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• CPR Lead with St John Scotland (Fife) Volunteer Opportunity No. VO99700 - Created/last updated: 17/10/2024

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  About this opportunity:	Their CPR Lead will support the delivery of bystander CPR demonstrations to community groups across your local area. The demonstrations are very hands-on - they aim to give people the skills they need to recognise a cardiac arrest and take the appropriate action. St John Scotland works with schools (from Primary 1 and above), community groups, businesses, and other organisations. As CPR Lead you will: * Respond to training requests to build a calendar of CPR events * Lead a small CPR Champion volunteer team * Deliver bystander CPR awareness to people of all ages and backgrounds * Manage the equipment required for the delivery of CPR events
  Takes place:	mornings afternoons evenings Mondays Tuesdays Wednesdays Thursdays Fridays Saturdays Sundays
  Minimum age:	18
  Maximum age:	100
  Training provided:	* You will be provided with the necessary training to deliver Bystander CPR awareness sessions by St John Scotland * Volunteer travel expenses are covered (according to St John Scotland Expenses policy) * Ongoing support from our staff team and other CPR Leads across the country as required * Ongoing volunteer training, mentorship, and opportunities are offered as part of your role
  Out of pocket expenses paid?	Yes - Expenses reimbursed at 45p per mile.
  Experience required:	* First Aid, CPR and/or defibrillator knowledge/training is desirable * Ability to communicate effectively by phone, email, and in person with volunteers and organisations requesting demonstrations * Organised, outgoing, and welcoming personality * Supportive of volunteers * Ability to talk to groups of people and give demonstrations of correct CPR technique * Access to a car is desirable to transport equipment
  Restrictions on who can volunteer	No restrictions were specified.
  Application process:	Application Form; Induction/Training
  Taster available?	No, not for this opportunity.
  Travel Details	Volunteers will be expected to travel around the your area to support with the delivery of bystander CPR awareness sessions.
  Saltire Award	This opportunity is compatible with the Saltire Awards for volunteers aged 12-25.

  
  

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