Community Champion – Opportunities across the County

St Petrocs

full-time

Posted on: 3/31/2026

Location Type: Remote

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About the role

**As a Community Engagement Volunteer, you will play an important role supporting St Petrocs in your local area.******
The role will involve your support to raise an understanding of homelessness and St Petrocs’ work in your community. ****
You’ll give short talks, run information stands, or represent the charity at local events and schools. ****
By sharing stories and facts, you’ll help challenge stigma and inspire people to support change. ****
We ask for a minimum commitment of attending 3 events per year.

**Essential Criteria**
- Commitment to ending homelessness in Cornwall
- Reliability and agreement on how much time you can commit to the role.
- Proactive and able to work independently and as part of a team.
- Responsibility for own and others health and safety whilst undertaking the tasks.
- Can maintain confidentiality as required.
- Always represent St Petrocs in a professional manner.
- Be knowledgeable about the work of St Petrocs or eager to learn more and be confident when answering people’s questions.
- Confident in talking in public with strong presentation, communication and organisational skills.
- Can make own arrangements to required venues.

Benefits

**We are pleased to offer all our volunteers the following support & benefits:**
- Comprehensive induction training.
- Clear instructions and guidance on your role.
- Ongoing training related to your volunteering role.
- Supervision and support throughout volunteering duties.
- Regular newsletter providing the latest updates.
- Annual ‘thank you’ event.
- Reimbursement of agreed expenses.

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Soft Skills

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