Job Description

Do you want a career in the Charity Sector? Why not take part in our Virtual Career Taster Week! The British Red Cross is offering a Career Taster week which will give you an insight into the world of work with world's biggest humanitarian organisation and the charity sector. The week will include workshops, training and a virtual networking event at the end of the week! Work experience placements give an opportunity to gain experience within different departments and an insight into the work of the British Red Cross. The placement will run from the 17th November to 21st November 2025, from 10.00 - 13.00 each day. The sessions will be online via teams. The scheme is predominantly open to young people aged 15- 25 year olds and there are 30 places available. The week will cover the following: - Induction to the British Red Cross: You will learn about the history of the movement, our work and fundamental principles as well as gaining First Aid skills. - Career Development Workshop: In this workshop you will learn about career opportunities, be able to develop your CV and application writing skills as well as learn interview skills. - Digital Media: You will learn about how to keep yourself safe online and what different annotations me in the social media world. - International Humanitarian Law: You will learn about humanitarian law and what it means in today's society. - Networking Event: You will meet staff members from different teams and learn about their career journeys!

Why we want you: We want you to apply your interests and skills to the British Red Cross. A student on a work experience placement can bring fresh ideas, new perspectives, and enthusiasm to the British Red Cross, and contributes to work supporting people in crisis.

Tasks: Admin Support


Filing



Answering the phone



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Skills: Good communications skills


Good interpersonal skills



Reliable and organised



Further training and skill development will be provided



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Benefits: The opportunity to develop your existing skills, whilst gaining new skills and experience.


Training provided with ongoing personal development.



Reimbursement of reasonable out-of-pocket expenses.



An opportunity to be part of the world's largest humanitarian organisation and the knowledge that you are making a difference to people's lives