Job summary
Volunteer in London - August Bank Holiday
Make a real difference at one of Europes biggest events.
Event Welfare Services is recruiting enthusiastic and compassionate volunteers to join our Welfare Team.
Working from our Welfare Hubs and Mobile Welfare Teams, youll help provide a safe, welcoming and supportive environment for thousands of people attending the Carnival.
Whether youre a student, healthcare professional, community volunteer or simply someone who enjoys helping others, wed love to hear from you.
Main duties of the job
What youll be doing
- Supporting vulnerable and distressed attendees
- Providing welfare and reassurance
- Assisting at our Welfare Hubs
- Supporting our Mobile Welfare Teams
- Helping reunite separated friends and family
- Promoting a safe and inclusive environment
(No medical experience is required.)
What youll receive
Full training before the event
Volunteer uniform and ID
Meals and refreshments during your shift
Volunteer certificate and reference (on request)
Experience working alongside an experienced event welfare team
Priority consideration for future volunteer and paid opportunities with Event Welfare Services
Were looking for people who are
Friendly and approachable
Calm under pressure
Reliable and professional
Passionate about helping others
Great team players
Event Details
Location: London
Dates: 2930 August 2026
Flexible shifts available
This is your opportunity to be part of an experienced team supporting one of the UKs most iconic public events while gaining valuable experience and making a genuine difference.
Interested? Apply today by messaging our page or completing our online application form.
Help us keep Carnival safe, welcoming and inclusive for everyone.
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About us
XL Team Comprehensive Medical, Health & Safety Solutions Across the U.K.
XL Team, proudly rooted in the North East U.K., delivers a wide range of health, safety, and medical services nationwide. Our expertise includes event medical services with highly trained medics, paramedics, and ambulance support for events of all sizes. We also provide dedicated TV and film medical support, ensuring on-set safety for productions across the U.K.
Our event welfare services offer vital attendee support, including quiet spaces, emotional care, and essential supplies to improve event experiences. In the workplace, our occupational health services help businesses promote employee well-being through tailored health surveillance and risk management solutions.
We are a trusted provider of accredited training courses, including first aid, mental health first aid, and workplace safety, helping individuals and teams stay prepared for emergencies. Additionally, through XL Health, we lead community wellness initiatives and offer life-saving innovations to improve public safety.
With a commitment to professionalism, care, and excellence, XL Team combines local expertise with national reach, offering bespoke services that enhance safety and well-being in any setting. Visit www.xlteam.co.uk to learn more.
Details
- Date posted: 09 August 2026
- Pay scheme: Other
- Salary: £1 a year Volunteer post
- Contract: Voluntary
- Duration: 3 days
- Working pattern: Flexible working
- Reference number: E0431-26-0016
- Job locations: Notting Hill, London, London, W112NJ, United Kingdom
Job responsibilities
Supporting vulnerable and distressed attendees
Providing welfare and reassurance
Assisting at our Welfare Hubs
Supporting our Mobile Welfare Teams
Helping reunite separated friends and family
Promoting a safe and inclusive environment
Person specification
Event Welfare Volunteer Roles
Essential
- Were looking for people who are
- Friendly and approachable
- Calm under pressure
- Reliable and professional
- Passionate about helping others
- Great team players
- Event Details - Must be available either or both days
- Location: London
- Dates: 2930 August 2026
- Flexible shifts available
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This advert is for Volunteer - August Bank Holiday - London with XL Team Ltd in London, England. The advertised salary is £1 a year. The contract type is Voluntary. The application deadline is 23 Aug 2026.
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