District Lead Volunteer Induction Workshops
Join our series of workshops helping to kick-start your new role and connect with other District Lead Volunteers across the UK
Stepping into the District Lead Volunteer role? We’re here to help.
We know it’s a big role. That’s why we’ve designed a series of interactive workshops to give you the tools, confidence, and connections to support your District, make things happen, and enjoy the journey you're on.
Whether you're brand new or already have some experience under your necker, these sessions are for you. Come along to:
✅ Deepen your understanding of the role
✅ Share your insights and learn from others
✅ Get the latest guidance and best practices
✅ Build a network of support with fellow volunteers
Here’s what we’ll look at:
🧭 Your Role as a District Lead Volunteer
👥 Building an Effective Team
🌟 Your Role in the Volunteer Experience
😊 The Review Process – Keeping People Happy
Join all four workshops to get the full picture and discover how you can lead your District with confidence and impact.
The Review Process, Keeping People HappyMon 13th July 2026 Add to calendar
7:00pm - 8:30pm
Positive and regular reviews can create a happy and effective team – prevention is better than cure. This workshop will explore the District Lead Volunteer's role in the review process, covering formal and informal procedures, difficult conversations and how to carry out productive reviews.
Your Role as District Lead VolunteerWed 23rd September 2026 Add to calendar
7:00pm - 8:30pm
Congratulations on becoming a District Lead Volunteer, it's an exciting and varied role. This workshop will go through some key information and support tools such as safety, safeguarding, governance and complaints, that will help you start out in your new role.
Building an Effective TeamThu 15th October 2026 Add to calendar
7:00pm - 8:30pm
There is no ‘I’ in team, as District Lead Volunteer, you manage your District Leadership Team, providing the right environment to thrive. This workshop is all about getting your team into the right place for the District to succeed. We’ll be covering team structures, recruitment, communication and line management.
Your Role in the Volunteer ExperienceMon 9th November 2026 Add to calendar
7:00pm - 8:30pm
Volunteers are at the forefront of everything we do, therefore the key to retention is ensuring that our volunteers have the best experience from start to finish. As District Lead Volunteer you have an important task in creating the right environment to ensure volunteers are supported at every level. This workshop will unpack the key components of how to manage this.
The Review Process, Keeping People HappyTue 8th December 2026 Add to calendar
7:00pm - 8:30pm
Positive and regular reviews can create a happy and effective team – prevention is better than cure. This workshop will explore the District Lead Volunteer's role in the review process, covering formal and informal procedures, difficult conversations and how to carry out productive reviews.
Who’s it for?
- District Lead Volunteers