Special Events Volunteer

• Spirit of Springburn

• VO105908

Help bring Springburn’s community events to life — meet new people, support local activities, and make a difference without committing every week.
We are looking for enthusiastic volunteers who are available on an ad hoc basis to support our public events, from serving drinks at our Springburn Heritage Tea Party to helping set up the Springburn Community Street Festival.
This flexible role would suit someone who wants to get involved in the Springburn community but is not looking for a weekly volunteering commitment. Whether you enjoy meeting people, supporting local events, or helping behind the scenes, we’d love to hear from you.
As a Special Events Volunteer with Spirit of Springburn, you’ll help create welcoming, community-focused events that bring local people together and celebrate everything that makes Springburn special.
Who are we?
Spirit of Springburn is a Community Development Trust working to empower the residents of Springburn to enact positive change in our community. At the heart of our work is the Community Hub in Springburn Shopping Centre, which hosts our Heritage Project, Community Food services, and offers signposting and advice.
We also organise a variety of community events throughout the year, from tea parties in the Shopping Centre to the Springburn Community Street Festival.
As a Spirit of Springburn volunteer, you’ll become part of a friendly, diverse and motivated team dedicated to strengthening community connections and creating positive local change.
Examples of tasks you might do:
Setting up and taking down gazebos, tables and event materials
Serving drinks and food at community events
Welcoming and signposting visitors
Helping create a safe, friendly and inclusive atmosphere
Supporting activities, stalls and entertainment areas
Assisting staff and other volunteers during busy events
Training & Support
Volunteers will receive an introduction and guidance from the Spirit of Springburn team before each event. Ongoing support will be available throughout volunteering activities, and volunteers will work alongside experienced staff and fellow volunteers in a welcoming environment.
Key Dates
Summer Heritage Tea – Thursday 30th July
Springburn Community Street Festival – Saturday 29th August
Christmas Fair – Date TBC
Additional community events may also become available throughout the year.
Hours & Commitment
As an Events Volunteer, we ask that you commit to volunteering at a minimum of two events each year.
Event times will vary depending on the activity, with some support needed before and after events for set-up and pack-down.
Additional Volunteering Opportunity
Tuesday evenings, 8:00pm–10:30pm:
Can you help collect and store surplus food from local supermarkets for our Community Fridge? Drivers are especially welcome.
Benefits of Volunteering
Meet new people and become part of your local community
Gain experience supporting public and community events
Build confidence and teamwork skills
Support positive community activities in Springburn
Volunteer flexibly around your availability
If you are interested, please click the ‘Apply’ button below (available when logged in and registered). You will then be contacted by the coordinator by email or phone call. If you have not heard back after 5 working days, the first step is to contact the organisation with the contact details provided. You could also check your junk/spam folder on your emails just in case the response is there. If that doesn’t work out, then please feel free to contact Volunteer Glasgow on [email protected]
After You Hit "Apply"
Confirmation email sent
Follow-up contact by email or phone to arrange an informal chat
Brief introduction or induction before your first event
Added to the volunteer contact list for upcoming events and opportunities
Begin volunteering at agreed events that suit your availability

Experience required

• Adaptability (able to shift between tasks)
• Initiative (step in where needed)
• Teamwork
• Comfortable interacting with the public
• Empathetic & non-judgmental approach
• Able to carry out light physical tasks

Travel details

5 minutes walk from Springburn Train Station.
2 minutes walk from Wellfield Street Bust Stop.
Free parking for volunteers.

Travel expenses

Travel expenses are payable to volunteers.
Food expenses are payable for shifts over 4 hours.

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Dates

28 May - 24 November 2026

Restrictions

Minimum age: 18

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Volunteers (aged 18-25) taking part in this opportunity are eligible to claim Saltire Awards hours for their activity.
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This volunteering opportunity is also advertised across Glasgow.

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