Rights and responsibilities

Your rights

Every volunteer at the University of York has the right to:

Know what is expected of them within their volunteering role
Be given appropriate training by the Volunteering Team or external organisations
Be safe in their volunteer role
Be supported by the Volunteering Team throughout their placement
Have any questions or concerns dealt with by the Volunteering Team
Have their personal information kept in accordance with GDPR regulations
Withdraw from their volunteering placement if there is a change in circumstances

We expect all University of York volunteers to:

Familiarise themselves with expectations for their specific role
Commit to the entirety of the volunteering role and attend all sessions
Attend all necessary training sessions
Inform the Volunteering Team and external organisation if there is a change in circumstances
Complete a DBS check (if required)
Comply with the policies and procedures of external organisations
Follow safeguarding practices if working with children or vulnerable adults
Be professional at all times
Be a positive role model for the University of York
Be reliable and punctual
Inform the external organisation if they are unable to attend a volunteering session
Complete reflective materials supplied by the Volunteering Team
Provide feedback to the Volunteering Team at the end of their placement