Refuel - Team members
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Welcome to the Team sign-up page where you can volunteer to be part of the Refuel Team. It takes an army of willing volunteers giving their gifts and skills to make the event happen. Thank you for considering volunteering in either a full-time or part-time capacity. We give a big warm welcome to those team members who have served before and a big warm welcome if you are new to the Refuel team.
We have an amazing range of teams where you can get equipped, learn new skills, serve others and discover the blessing of serving others. You can choose which team you would like to join.
There are a few things that you need to know about how the various teams operate. Each team has a leader who organises the work to be done and schedules a rota for their team. The teams are dynamic, there are lots of regular jobs to be done each day but there are times when the team reacts to events that occur elsewhere. It is important that our team can react positively and can handle changes as they happen. Our priority is for everyone to be safe and have a good time and it is the "cando" attitude and ability of our teams that make this happen.
Whilst serving on team can take a lot of your time, you are free to attend any of the seminars, celebrations and evening entertainment on offer, when not "on duty".
There are daily briefings for team members and your team leader will let you know when you need to attend.
ARRIVAL & DEPARTURE INFORMATION
The Festival doors open on Sunday 20th July 2025 at 5pm with the first session starting at 6.30pm (worship & teaching). The festival ends at 10 pm on Thursday 24th July 2025.
TEAM BRIEFING - All team members are asked to attend a Team Briefing at 10.00am on Sunday 20th in the Tower Hall. If you are unable to make this please let us know by emailing event@refuelscotland.org.uk.
This is a welcome meeting where you will meet your team leader, and at which instructions and guidance are given. You will get an opportunity to meet Lorna Heath who oversees the volunteer team during Refuel.
FREE CAMPING - We are delighted to offer free camping at the event, and you can use the discount code when your application has been approved. It's important to book your camping spot as soon as you have been notified that you are on the team.
The discount codes will be VCAMP100 (Full time volunteer) VCAMP50 (Part time volunteer). This will reduce your cost by 100% and 50% respectively.
Free Tea & Coffee - This will be available from the Refuel Team Cafe located in the Tower Hall. You will be able to purchase food from the various catering opportunities onsite.
ADDITIONAL information
Protection of Vulnerable Groups (PVGS) - As part of the online form, you will read our PVG Policy, which is about safeguarding the welfare of the vulnerable at the REFUEL events. You will be asked to indicate that you've read, understood, and will adhere to the terms of this policy.
References - You will be asked to supply the name of a referee from one of the following - a senior church leader/minister/pastor, a senior home church leader/pastor, or a senior leader in a ministry organisation in which you are a part of. We will email them directly and ask them general questions regarding your suitability to perform the role applied for.
We do this via a quick online form or we can contact them by telephone. Please note that a parent or relative cannot act as a referee. We may accept other references in certain circumstances so please contact us if you need further information.
PVG Checks - All team members who apply for a role that involves regulated activity with persons under 18 years or vulnerable adults are required to have a REFUEL specific PVG check. We will help you to obtain a PVG check. When completing your application form to be on the team, if you are already a member of the PVG Scheme please supply your membership number so we can undertake our own checks. If you'd like more information about the PVG system, please visit www.mygov.scot/pvg-scheme/
Who can sign up? - Applicants must be 16 years or over. Young team, are aged from 16 to 17 years old, and adult team are aged 18 years and over. All under 18s must have a parent/guardian or nominated carer (aged 21 years or over) who will be responsible for them. Parents/guardians must complete the 'young team' section of the application form. On-site carers must be nominated by the parent/guardian. REFUEL cannot process applications from young people without parental consent. Please ensure that your parent/guardian and/or nominated carer have read the responsibilities fully and know and accept what they are signing up to. Young team will require a PVG if in a relevant team.
Parental Responsibility - If you have parental/guardian responsibilities on-site for a child, you may need to arrange for someone to help you collect or drop them off to or from their groups. If this applies to you, please ensure you complete the relevant section on your application form.
If you have any further questions, then please do not hesitate to contact the refuel office on 01343 610230 or email us at event@refuelscotland.org.uk
Blessings
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