Training & networking

Sheffield Volunteer Coordinators Forum

This is a quarterly good practice sharing and networking meeting, which takes place at The Circle, 33 Rockingham Lane, S1 4FW. 

The next meeting is on:
                                             Wednesday 14th March 10-12

Dates may change at short notice due to circumstances beyond our control.  To be emailed in advance of meetings with dates and topics, contact Julia South on j.south@vas.org.uk

Comments from Volunteer Coordinators on the Forum:

It was very useful  |  It’s a good meeting place for exchange of ideas
Very useful to meet other volunteer coordinators  |  Really enjoyed it
Well worth the time out of the office!  |  Very worthwhile and interesting


Voluntary Action Sheffield (VAS) Training Programme

VAS runs a number of training courses for volunteer coordinators either paid or unpaid.

Examples of day courses:

  • Organising your volunteer programme
  • Attracting and keeping volunteers
  • Involving refugee volunteers
  • Working with Young Volunteers

VAS also runs an NOCN Level 3 Award in Volunteer Management, which is the nationally recognised vocational qualification for volunteer managers and coordinators.  This is an annual course and requires a more significant commitment of time.  It has an excellent reputation.

For more details of VAS training courses and availability click www.vas.org.uk/training