Cheer Squad Volunteer Great North Run & Junior Great North Run

Rainbow Trust supports families who have a child with a life-threatening or terminal illness. They provide expert practical and emotional support for as long as it is needed.

As a Cheer Squad Volunteer, you will represent Rainbow Trust at the Great North Run and Junior Great North Run. You will help raise awareness of the charity’s work with children who have a life-limiting condition and their families, as well as raise vital funds to support more families.

Your role may include:

  • Making as much noise as possible to support our amazing sportspeople with your cheering, shouting and whistling
  • Engaging with members of the public confidently
  • Meeting and greeting sportspeople and their families after the event
  • Supporting with setting up or packing down our cheer point Being an ambassador for Rainbow Trust

Your Commitment

  • Available on Saturday 12 September 2026 or Sunday 13 September 2026
  • Time: 9:00am – 5:00pm
  • Training and support will be provided
How to Apply
Email: volunteering@rainbowtrust.org.uk
Phone: 01372 363438

Skills

  • Confident, friendly and outgoing
  • Trustworthy, reliable and honest
  • Team players
  • Flexible - as we may ask you to support with a few different tasks on the day

Details

  • Age restrictions
    Children who are under 18 years of age would need to be accompanied by an adult.
  • DBS check required
  • Equal Opportunities Policy
  • Expenses reimbursed
    Reasonable travelling expenses
  • Health and Safety Policy
  • Ongoing support
    A dedicated member of Rainbow Trust staff will guide and support you before and on the day.
  • Training provided
  • Volunteer induction
    On the day
  • Volunteer Policy
  • Volunteers covered by insurance
  • Written role description

When can I volunteer?

Start Date: 21/05/2026

End Date: 01/09/2026

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Morning No No No No No Yes Yes
Afternoon No No No No No Yes Yes
Evening No No No No No No No

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