St John Ambulance is the leading first aid charity in England and exists since 1887. Each year more than 800,000 people complete a first aid training course with St John Ambulance. Other activities include ambulance services, youth work, homeless projects, care and the provision of first aid at public events such as the London Marathon.
The Project
The Great North Swim is a weekend-long celebration of open-water swimming. Expect stunning scenery, the best of local food and drinks, and outdoor activities.
The Volunteer
First aiders required
Where?
Windermere, Cumbria
When?
9th to 11th June
Who can apply?
Every JOIN Member organisation volunteer aged over 18 with good spoken English and a suitable First Aid qualification.
Contact
If you are interested, please contact the JOIN Office at join.office@johanniter.org
The Project
In the weeks leading up to 11th July in Northern Ireland, numerous parades take place all over the Province. Tens of thousands of people are involved in the parades that mark the anniversary of the Battle of the Boyne, when William III – the Dutch-born Protestant better known as William of Orange – defeated the Catholic King James II in July 1690.
The parades are a celebration of the Protestant religion, heritage and culture. They take place in villages, towns, and cities all over Northern Ireland.
The Volunteer
The volunteer will participate in the first aid service provided to the marchers and the spectators. Tens of thousands of people are expected.
Where?
Northern Ireland (exact place to be confirmed), United Kingdom.
When?
From 09th to 13th July 2023
Who can apply?
Any volunteer over the age of 18 years old, with an Event First Aid qualification or above.
Languages: some English language skills are necessary.
Other important information
Accommodation will be provided.
Maximum of 3 volunteers please and best if you come for 3 nights
Contact
If you are interested, please contact the JOIN Office.
The Event
The Orchestral Church Concerts are classical concerts involving around 40 performers.
St John will be providing cover consisting of 4 First Aiders to this event.
The Volunteer
We are excited to welcome trained volunteers to provide First Aid to the runners and the public at this event.
Where?
Kendal – Lake District
When?
Wednesday, 12th July 2023
Who can apply?
Every volunteer of JOIN Member organisations aged over 18 with good spoken English and a suitable First Aid qualification.
Other important information
Accommodation may be offered with host homes, hotels or hostels.
Contact
If you are interested, please contact the JOIN Office at join.office@johanniter.org.
The Project
After summer exams, many colleges at the University of Cambridge throw extravagant parties for their students that run from early evening (around 7 pm) to shortly after dawn (around 5 am). These Balls, called May Balls, despite occurring in June, provide unlimited access to entertainment, from musical acts to magic shows and fairground rides and an almost endless supply of food and drink. St John Ambulance covers many of these events – we are providing first aid around 20 different balls and parties over the course of the week 16th June – 24th June and are looking for additional first aiders to help provide cover. We are usually well looked after at the Balls – most of the Balls give us grazing rights, and we can roam the Ball and sample the same food on offer to the attendees. Each individual event will have 2-6 volunteers stationed at it.
The Volunteer
First Aiders
Where?
Cambridge, England
When?
16th to 24th June 2023. There are many colleges hosting these balls on the same nights
Fri 16th – Sat 17th June
Sat 17th – Sun 18th June
Sun 18th – Mon 19th June
Mon 19th – Tue 20th June
Tue 20th – Wed 21st June
Wed 21st – Thurs 22nd June
Thurs 22nd – Fri 23rd June
Fri 23rd – Sat 24th June
Who can apply?
Every JOIN member volunteer aged over 18 with good spoken English and a suitable First Aid or Higher qualification
Other important information
Accommodation is not guaranteed for this Swap.
Contact
If you are interested, please contact the JOIN Office at join.office@johanniter.org.
The Project
Manchester Pride is a leading charity that campaigns for LGBTQ+ equality across the United Kingdom, predominantly in Greater Manchester. The Charity offers dialogue, training, research and policy analysis, advocacy and outreach activities focusing on LGBTQ+ rights.
The Volunteer
First aiders required
Where?
Manchester City Centre
When?
24th to 30th August
Who can apply?
Every JOIN Member organisation volunteer aged over 18 with good spoken English and a suitable First Aid qualification.
Contact
If you are interested, please contact the JOIN Office at join.office@johanniter.org
The Event
The St John Ambulance Night Time Economy supports busy night times in the centre of some of the biggest cities in the UK, we deploy First Aiders, Paramedics, treatment centres, ambulances, cycle teams etc to try and reduce the number of people who go to the hospital. We work in collaboration with other local teams, including the ambulance service and the police, to protect people who are on a night out.
The Volunteer
Call for First Aiders
We are excited to welcome dozens of trained volunteers to provide First Aid to the public across the various locations at night.
Where?
Various locations across England – Newcastle, Manchester, Birmingham, Hanley, Wolverhampton, Leicester, Southampton, Westminster (London).
When?
Throughout the year, on different weekends in each location, typically a Friday and Saturday night until the early hours of the morning.
Who can apply?
Every JOIN Member organisation volunteer aged over 18 with good spoken English and a suitable First Aid qualification.
Other important information
Accommodation may be offered with host homes, hotels or hostels, you can do one night or both and we might be able to combine it with another event either before or after as long as there is enough time for you to recover.
Contact
If you are interested, please contact the JOIN Office at join.office@johanniter.org.
