Volunteer Resources
On this page, you can find information and resources to support your volunteering
Volunteers are the lifeblood of Herts and Middlesex Wildlife Trust and we couldn't do the work we're doing without you, our volunteers.
You can find out everything about your role as a volunteer in our Volunteer Handbook and in our Volunteer Policies listed below.
Health and Safety Handbook
Health and Safety Handbook
Covid-19 Guidance
Here you can find our latest guidelines for Trust staff and volunteers. This information will help you to understand how to reduce the spread of respiratory infections such as Covid-19 in the workplace.
Download latest guidance
Cotswold Discount Voucher
Herts and Middlesex Wildlife Trust volunteers can receive a 15% discount. This is valid on full-priced items (excludes electronics and selected lines) both in-store and online with Cotswold Outdoor, Runners Need and Snow+Rock. Show flyer in-store - there is currently no option to access the discount online. Discounts are for personal use only.
Download volunteer voucher
Policies
Bullying & Harassment Policy
All staff and volunteers are entitled to work in an environment that respects their personal dignity and is free from intimidation.
Data Protection Policy
The Trust is committed to gathering and processing personal data with full regard for the Data Protection Act (2018), General Data Protection Regulations (GDPR), the Privacy and Electronic Communications Regulations (PECR) and to the principles of personal choice and control, transparency, fairness and security.
Equal Opportunities & Diversity Policy
The Trust is committed to providing equal opportunities in employment and volunteering to avoiding unlawful discrimination in employment and against customers.
Health & Safety
This policy outlines how the Trust ensures the health, safety and welfare of our staff and volunteers.
IT Acceptable Use Policy
This policy outlines the safe and acceptable use of Information Technology at the Trust.
Lone Working Policy
This policy aims to minimise the risk to work and volunteer activities when working alone.
Policy for Handling of DBS Certificate Information
This policy describes the correct handling and safekeeping of Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) information.
Safeguarding Children
We are committed to keeping children safe. In this policy, you can find guidance for working with children.
The designated Safeguarding Officer for the Trust is Becky Vernon-Clinch, Head of Business Support - becky.vernon-clinch@hmwt.org.
Safe Working Procedure for Checking Livestock
Safe Working Procedure for Tick Bites and Lyme Disease
Safeguarding Vulnerable Adults
This policy provides you with information for your work with vulnerable adults.
The designated Safeguarding Officer for the Trust is Becky Vernon-Clinch, Head of Business Support - becky.vernon-clinch@hmwt.org.
Work Equipment including Lifting Equipment Policy
This policy outlines the safe use of power tools and winches.
Volunteer Policy
Volunteers are the lifeblood of our work. This policy ensures that the value of volunteers is recognised and our volunteers feel supported and appreciated.
Whistle Blowing Policy
Whistle-blowing is where an employee or volunteer raises concerns about underhand or illegal practices within the workplace.
Forms
Expenses
Please record any expenses through the form below.