Volunteers 2012

30th June 2010

Volunteer Applications 2012 - Open

Key criteria
LOCOG aims to recruit volunteers who will bring passion, enthusiasm and energy to the Games. In addition, volunteers must:

be 18 years old by 1 January 2012

be available to volunteer for a minimum of 10 days at either, or both, of the Games

be eligible to volunteer in the UK according to UK immigration laws

be able to attend a minimum of three training sessions prior to the Games; and

agree to undergo, and pass, certain security and background checks.

Sports Massage Practitioners must also:
Essential

be certified to the QCF in sports massage Level 4 or equivalent

or have worked full-time in elite or professional sport for a minimum of two years at the time of application (2010);

have suitable professional liability insurance to a minimum of £2 million;

have been qualified for at least three years at the time of application (2010);

hold a current basic first aid in sport or life support qualification;

be an excellent team worker and good communicator; and

have knowledge of the World Anti-Doping Agency policy – for more information visit www.ukad.org.uk. Preferable

have three years working in elite or professional sport at the time of application (2010);

have experience of working in a multidisciplinary team;

have experience of working with athletes at national level;

have experience of working with people in special groups or disability sport, such as amputees, the visually impaired, the neurologically impaired or those with spinal injuries; or

have experience of working in a multi-sport environment.

Why volunteer?
The main benefit of volunteering is the chance to play an integral role in one of the most exciting events ever seen in the UK. The Games will provide a unique and inspirational setting for volunteers to gain experience and develop their skills.

Note that:

London 2012 will provide volunteers with free meals during their shifts.

Each volunteer will be given an official uniform to wear and will have the opportunity to keep their uniform as a souvenir of their experience and contribution to the Games.

Volunteer travel arrangements are still being planned. Details of these will follow shortly.

Accommodation will not be provided.

How to apply
If you are interested in volunteering as a Sports Massage Practitioner, and you meet the above criteria, please register your interest with us now. Email your CV and a 100-word expression of interest to physicaltherapies@london2012.com

Every applicant will be expected to go through the full LOCOG recruitment process, which will include completing an application form and attending selection and training events.

For more information please contact us at physicaltherapies@london2012.com