Student Bulletin 2016/17 Monday 24th October | Page 10

R.L.S.S National Pool Lifeguard Qualification Dobbies Garden Centre Fundraising Volunteer About Teenage Cancer Trust: Teenage Cancer Trust is the only UK charity dedicated to improving the quality of life and chances of survival for the seven young people aged between 13 and 24 diagnosed with cancer every day. Cancer sucks. Young people shouldn't face it alone. Together, we can make sure they don't. At a glance: We so excited to have been chosen as Dobbies Garden Centres’ Christmas Charity partner, and we need your help to make the most of this wonderful fundraising opportunity! Last year, with the support of lots of amazing volunteers, Dobbies managed to raise a huge £170,000 to support young people diagnosed with cancer. This year were hoping to raise even more money through this partnership to help us to reach and support more young people. Right now, for every young person we reach, there’s another we can’t. Friday 11th – Sunday 20th November 2016 Leyland Leisure Centre Your local Dobbies store will be holding three fun, festive, fundraising events where staff will be busy raising funds for Teenage Cancer Trust. Can you lend us a hand at one of the dates below? Time commitment: We need support at the following festive events for just a few hours:  Charity Night – Thursday 6th October (evening event)  Santa’s Arrival – Sunday 20th November (daytime event)  Ladies Night event – Thursday 1st December (evening event) You’re welcome to volunteer with us at one, two or all three of events! Location: Your local Dobbies store, Preston Responsible to: Teenage Cancer Trust Regional Fundraiser To apply: please email [email protected] or call 020 7612 0370 What will I do?  Support this fundraising opportunity at Dobbies  Raise funds for Teenage Cancer Trust through bucket collections with Dobbies staff  Help Dobbies staff to engage the public with our work  Be a friendly and approachable face of the charity  Bring your Christmas spirit! What will I gain?  Support fr om a dedicated member of staff in your role  Joining a friendly team in an exciting charity  Helping Teenage Cancer Trust to reach more young people with cancer What skills do I need?  Excellent interpersonal skills and ability to engage with the general public  Enthusiasm and passion for the work of Teenage Cancer Trust  Reliability and punctuality Course includes Automated External Defibrillator For details contact Leyland Leisure Centre – 01772 432285 This qualification will enable you to work on any pool in the UK and abroad Leyland Leisure Centre Lancastergate Leyland PR25 2EX Serco Internal