CLAN Gathering could not happen without our dedicated teams of volunteers, and every year hundreds of people give their time and energy to help us run one of the largest Christian events in Scotland.

Why Volunteer?

All volunteers serving on children and youth, stewarding, and support teams receive:

• Free delegate place
• 3 meals a day
• A pitch on the CLAN campsite

You will also receive the sincere thanks from the CLAN team and delegates, as you play your part in making the week a great experience for all.

Volunteering to be on team is also an amazing way to grow spiritually and learn new skills. So if you want to make a long-term investment in the lives of others, have huge amounts of fun, and meet lots of new people, then join one of CLAN Gathering’s summer teams.

Summer Teams

To view full role descriptions, please click on the green team headings.

Children & Youth

• Gems (0-2s)
• Acorns (3-5s)
• Kidz (5-12s)
• Stars (additional support needs)
• Youth (secondary school)

Stewarding

• Steward

Support Teams

• Campsite Host
• Audio/Visual
• Administration
• Hospitality
• Medical Support

Other Team Opportunities

In addition to our larger teams, there are also opportunities for those who would like to offer some time and skills during the week alongside attending the event. To view full role descriptions, please click on the green team headings.

Site & Hospitality

• Set-up & take-down team
• Speaker Transport
• Hospitality Support

Childcare

• Children’s Team Leaders’ Childcare (Playaways)

Registration Support

• First day registration Support

Prayer

• Intercession Team
• Ministry Team

Café Teams

All cafes at CLAN Gathering are run by sponsoring organisations (e.g. Tearfund and CAP). To be part of a café team you will need to get in touch with the café partner directly. For more information, please email clanmail@clangathering.org.uk.

Who Can Apply?

We welcome all sorts of people on to our teams, young and old! You just need to be:

• 13 years or over. Young team are aged from 13 to 17 years and adult team are aged 18 years and over – there's no upper age limit as long as you have stamina!
• Happy to work within the CLAN Vision & Values
• Committed to spending the week serving, over and above attending meetings
• Available for one entire CLAN Gathering week
• Able to obtain a satisfactory PVG/Standard Disclosure

How To Apply

Get In Touch

• Make sure you have read the full description for the role you are applying for.
• Ensure you have read and understood the Team Policy Sheet or the Other Team Opportunities Policy sheet BEFORE you apply. To download a copy, click on the links below.
• Complete an application form.
• Remember to email your passport size photo to clanmail@clangathering.org.uk (we cannot process your application without your photo).

Team Policy Sheet - Download

Other Team Opportunities Policy Sheet - Download

Application Forms

Please click on the appropriate links below to download an application form for your chosen team.

• CLAN 2012 Teams
• Other Team Opportunities
• Ministry Team

References

You'll need a reference from a senior leader at the church you attend.
You may also be asked for a second reference.

Criminal Records Bureau Enhanced Disclosure

Every volunteer is asked to obtain a PVG or Standard CRBS disclosure which takes up to 8 weeks to process after you return a completed form to us.  If you have queries about this, please email us at clanmail@clangathering.org.uk.

Acceptance on Team

The leader for the team you're applying to will read your references and application, then your team administrator will contact you - make sure you give us a daytime phone number and a current email address so we can reach you.

Some teams fill up fast and your place on team isn't confirmed until you have received an acceptance email or letter from your Team Administrator (can take at least 8 weeks for the whole process, including CRB). Don't make any travel plans until you're sure you have an acceptance email from your team administrator!

Application Deadlines

• For roles where a PVG is required: 30th June 2012
• For roles that do not require a PVG: 16th July 2012

Pre-event Information & Other Details 

Just before the event in July we'll contact all volunteers with information about arrival days and times, information about your role, travel information, etc.