Village Church - Volunteer Application Form

Volunteer Application Form

Thank you for applying to be a volunteer at Village Church. We are passionate about creating a safe space for all vulnerable people and appreciate your attention to detail in completing this application. If you have any questions, please don't hesitate to contact your ministry leader or email safety@vlg.church

Ministry Area
I am applying to volunteer in the following ministry areas:*

Village KidsCreativeSmall Groups/DiscipleshipSetup TeamOther

Working with Vulnerable People Card

Before volunteering at Village Church you must apply and be approved for a Working with Vulnerable People Card (WWVP).
Click Here to Begin WWVP Application

How to apply for a Working with Vulnerable People Card.
- Complete a Volunteer application, including The Rock’s organisation details listed below.
- Print the application receipt or write down your reference number
- Pay the application fee (online by credit card) or at any Service Tasmania.
- Have your photo taken at any Service Tasmania.
Organisation Details:
- Village Church Tasmania - 4 Haines Place, Devonport, Tas 7310 Australia
- What is your job title or Volunteer role? Child Related Religious Activity
- In what capacity are you engaged in this activity? - Volunteer
- Contact: Miriam Guntrip
- Contact Number: 0408 433 523
- Contact Email: safety@vlg.church
Please upload your WWVP Card and/or Application Receipt:

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If uploading your application receipt, please email your WWVP Card to safety@vlg.church once you have recieved it.

Personal Details
Name*

First NameLast Name
Preferred name if different to above.
Date of Birth*

DayMonthYear
Date
Gender*
Occupation*
Do you have any health or medical challenges that may affect you volunteering at Village Church?

Personal References

Before your application can be approved, please provide details of three people who you have known for more than three years and who have agreed to be your personal referees. Neither should be a family member or a friend.
Referee 1 Name*

First NameLast Name
Phone Number*
Email
example@example.com
How do you know this person?*
Referee 2 Name*

First NameLast Name
Phone Number*
Email
example@example.com
How do you know this person?*
Referee 3 Name*

First NameLast Name
Phone Number*
Email
example@example.com
How do you know this person?*

Tell us More About You
Please outline your reasons for offering to volunteer at Village Church.*
What experience do you have working or volunteering with children or other vulnerable people?*
Please list any relevant qualifications and/or training that you have attained.

Food Handling License

Please complete if you currently hold a Food Handling license.
Certificate
Expiry Date

DayMonthYear
Date
Upload Food Handling Qualification

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Drivers Declaration

Please complete if you will be driving children or vulnerable people as part of your volunteer role.
Drivers License Number
Type of License

CarOther
Do you have restrictions on your license such as P plates?

YesNo
Upload Drivers License

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By completing this application I agree to the following:
- I will drive carefully and follow all road rules.
- I will ensure that all passengers always wear a seat belt.
- I will not drive under the influence of alcohol, drugs, or permit smoking within the vehicle.
- I have a Clean Driving Record 1 (Definition of a clean driving record is: - no more than 4 points in 12 months inclusive of probationary drivers).
- I will notify team of any probationary action recorded against my driving.

Village Church Safe Practices

Creating a safe and supportive environment for all children, youth and vulnerable people.
Volunteer Responsibilities & Expectations
- Committed to being an active, fully present and participating member of the team.
- Under no circumstances are leaders to be on their own with children/youth.
- Under no circumstances are leaders to be under the influence of alcohol or drugs before or during ministry.
- When on team be mindful of boundaries, even with your own family.
- Submit roster unavailabilities ahead of time and text ASAP in the case of short notice absences.
- Ministry Team Leader to always be present during program.
- Only fully licensed drivers, with an accompanying adult, to transport others and no picking up or dropping off children without parents prior consent.
- If you have an issue concerning safety in a ministry or in any area at all concerning Village Church, you must contact safety@vlg.church
- If you are exposed to any disclosure and/or suspicions of harm. You must report this to your Ministry Team leader. It’s never your role to interview or investigate, your role is to report.
Appropriate Volunteer Behaviour
I have read and understand Village Church Safe Practices.

Yes

Volunteer Application Form