Cheer Point Volunteer – Great North Run

We are looking for warm, friendly (and noisy!) volunteers with the ability to energise our cheer point and motivate our Great North Run runners, whilst soaking up the amazing atmosphere of the event.


What you’ll get out of the experience:

Make a huge difference to our runners by supporting them to reach the finish line.
Enjoy the friendly and exciting atmosphere which makes the Great North Run so popular.
Cheering on Child Bereavement UK fundraisers who are taking on a challenge to raise vital funds, helping us to support bereaved children, parents and families to rebuild their lives, when a child grieves or when a child dies.


Your team:

You will be working alongside members of the fundraising team, other volunteers, our marathon runners and the public.


Support given:

Staff support on the day.
Everything you need to cheer on our participants.
A Child Bereavement UK volunteer t-shirt to wear during your shift.

Leam Lane Roundabout (on the A194 near to Vespa's Italian) in Jarrow, Newcastle upon Tyne

Volunteers will be needed from 10am to approximately 2.30pm on Sunday 13 September

Email challenges@childbereavementuk.org to apply!



Skills

  • A friendly and approachable personality
  • Lots of enthusiasm and a big smile


We encourage diversity in all our volunteer roles. If you have a disability or additional need and have concerns as to your ability to volunteer, please contact us to see how we can support you.


Details

  • Ongoing support

When can I volunteer?

Start Date: 04/09/2026

End Date: 09/09/2026

Mon Tue Wed Thu Fri Sat Sun
Morning No No No No No No Yes
Afternoon No No No No No No Yes
Evening No No No No No No No

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