Longlands RDA |
What Is RDA?
Volunteering FAQs
Do I need to know anything about horses?
No. RDA provides training for all its volunteers depending on the role you undertake. RDA Groups provide ongoing training for their volunteers on an annual or quarterly basis.
Do I need previous experience?
Not necessarily. RDA has many different types of roles, most of which don’t require any experience. Of course, if you do have skills you’d like to share with us – we’d love to hear from you!
Can I volunteer outside normal working hours?
Our Longlands group currently runs on Wednesdays in term time starting at 10am.
Do I need to make a regular commitment to volunteering?
As Longlands RDA activities run during term time, being able to commit to helping at a regular sessions would be great, but everyone understands that’s not always possible and there are many other flexible roles available.
How old do I have to be to Volunteer?
Volunteers have to be 12 or over. There is no upper age limit.
Will I be insured?
Yes. All RDA Groups have Trustee Indemnity, Public Liability insurance for all volunteers. Volunteers aged between 12 and 90 also have Personal Accident insurance (with some restrictions for those aged between 80 and 90).
Will I be asked to complete a Disclosure check?
All RDA volunteers actively involved with RDA sessions are required to undergo a disclosure check as they volunteer with vulnerable adults and children. This is handled through our group.
Will volunteering at RDA help me find a job?
If you’re trying to find a job, volunteering can be a great route to employment. Adding volunteering experience to your CV can give you an edge over other applicants and you’ll have more to talk about. RDA volunteering can boost your confidence and help you learn new skills.
Do I need to know anything about horses?
No. RDA provides training for all its volunteers depending on the role you undertake. RDA Groups provide ongoing training for their volunteers on an annual or quarterly basis.
Do I need previous experience?
Not necessarily. RDA has many different types of roles, most of which don’t require any experience. Of course, if you do have skills you’d like to share with us – we’d love to hear from you!
Can I volunteer outside normal working hours?
Our Longlands group currently runs on Wednesdays in term time starting at 10am.
Do I need to make a regular commitment to volunteering?
As Longlands RDA activities run during term time, being able to commit to helping at a regular sessions would be great, but everyone understands that’s not always possible and there are many other flexible roles available.
How old do I have to be to Volunteer?
Volunteers have to be 12 or over. There is no upper age limit.
Will I be insured?
Yes. All RDA Groups have Trustee Indemnity, Public Liability insurance for all volunteers. Volunteers aged between 12 and 90 also have Personal Accident insurance (with some restrictions for those aged between 80 and 90).
Will I be asked to complete a Disclosure check?
All RDA volunteers actively involved with RDA sessions are required to undergo a disclosure check as they volunteer with vulnerable adults and children. This is handled through our group.
Will volunteering at RDA help me find a job?
If you’re trying to find a job, volunteering can be a great route to employment. Adding volunteering experience to your CV can give you an edge over other applicants and you’ll have more to talk about. RDA volunteering can boost your confidence and help you learn new skills.