Developing Volunteer Leadership Skills: Online Course

Developing Volunteer Leadership Skills: Online Course

This online course is ideal for individuals and organisations looking to further their skills and confidence to lead volunteer groups.

By Derbyshire Wildlife Trust

Date and time

Location

Online

Refund Policy

Refunds up to 7 days before event.

About this event

  • Event lasts 3 hours

Our online Developing Volunteer Leadership Skills course is ideal for those looking to enhance their leadership qualities in a practical volunteer setting. Whatever your aspirations or experience, these two interactive sessions will develop your skills, knowledge and confidence to plan and deliver successful volunteering activities.


Who is this course for?
This course will benefit anyone who works with volunteers. Perhaps you are a new volunteer coordinator within an organisation, or an experienced volunteer looking to take on a volunteer leadership role? This course would also be valuable for those planning to set up a new volunteer group or those hoping to maximise the impact and effectiveness of their existing volunteer teams.


What does this course cover?
Over two online sessions you will cover essential topics including:

  • Recognising and developing the positive leadership behaviours that drives a group forward
  • How to motivate volunteer team members and create an inclusive environment
  • How to give constructive and timely feedback
  • Understanding risk management and the essential health and safety requirements to organise and deliver a safe task day
  • How to maintain best practice and evaluate your own performance as a task leader


    Course Dates:

    Session 1: Monday 15th September 2025 - 9:30am - 12:30pm
    Session 2: Monday 22nd September 2025 - 9:30am - 12:30pm

    Note: The course price includes 2 sessions, both of which you should attend to cover all course content.


    About your tutor:

    This course will be delivered by Simon Lowe (Training Officer at Derbyshire Wildlife Trust). He has over twenty years of experience planning and leading work parties and managing volunteers in the environmental conservation sector alongside delivering practical and theoretical training in a broad range of traditional habitat management skills.

Frequently asked questions

If I book but I am no longer able to attend, what is your refund policy?

If you are unable to attend the course after booking please email: trainingenquiries@derbyshirewt.co.uk at least 7 days prior to the event. Unfortunately, cancellations made less than 7 days in advance of the event will not be able to claim a refund.

Can I transfer my ticket to somebody else?

If you would like to transfer your ticket to somebody else after booking, please email trainingenquiries@derbyshirewt.co.uk

What is your cancellation policy?

Derbyshire Wildlife Trust reserves the right to cancel the course at any time. Attendees will be notified at least 24 hours in advance and will be entitled to a full refund.

Do I need to attend both sessions?

Yes, there will be different subjects covered on both days.

How will I receive the link to join the course?

The link will be sent out to the e mail address that you provide when booking

Organised by

Derbyshire Wildlife Trust is one of a network of leading independent environmental charities. Working across the county of Derbyshire and beyond, we have been protecting, enhancing and restoring wildlife and wild spaces since 1962.

£75
Sep 15 · 01:30 PDT