We hold a recruitment drive at the start of every semester. Our next intake is in: Now Open!
We welcome applications from students from The University of Sheffield and Sheffield Hallam University.
Apply to be a calltaker below!
Calltaking volunteers are trained to answer the phones for both listening and information calls, and therefore learn to deal with a wide range of situations. There will also be the option to train in our E-listening, and our Instant Messaging services as well.
We are volunteers, but also a society
Please read both the requirements and commitments to be a calltaking volunteer. We welcome applications from students from The University of Sheffield and Sheffield Hallam University. However, as our training process takes time, we cannot accept any applicants in their final year of study (unless you are progressing onto another course in Sheffield)
Requirements
Due to the number of applicants every year and the length of the training process, volunteer places are unfortunately not guaranteed to all applicants.
Prospective volunteers must attend an Intro Meeting and fill out a form as part of the selection process.
Application is open to all students in Sheffield except those in their final year of study, as the training process is lengthy. We wish to encourage and support volunteers to be the best call takers they can be, as well as providing those who use our services with capable and experienced volunteers.
Commitment
New volunteers must attend a training weekend detailed in the form.
All volunteers must also:
- Attend a compulsory weekly hour-long training session during term time
- Carrying out five duties a semester
- Assist with two publicity or training events
Please direct any volunteering enquiries to [email protected]