Welcome Helping

Want to kickstart your next academic year? Join the SRC Welcome Helper team!

This is your chance to make amazing memories, meet tons of new people (from Glasgow and beyond!), and play a key role in welcoming new students!

Please note: you must be a registered University of Glasgow student up to and including Welcome Week, so at least until Friday 19th September 2025, to be considered for application.

 

What You'll Do:

• Be a friendly face for new students, helping them navigate their first week at the UofG.
• Assist with fun events like:
  • Our two-day Welcome Fair, giving students the opportunity to join our 300+ clubs and societies.
  • Social Events, such as our headphone discos, movie nights, ceilidhs, and club & society taster sessions.
  • Campus Tours, helping students familiarise themselves with the University.
  • Wellbeing Events, including tips on looking after yourself during your studies.
  • Postgraduate Events, including our famous drag night, comedy show, pub quiz and more.
  • Information sessions, on student life and services available.
• No experience required, and we provide training for all events!
• Scroll down for more info on the types of events we run!

 

We Are Looking For:

• Volunteers who are confident, enthusiastic, approachable, and friendly.
• You may on occasion be confronted by emotional and distressing situations, and must be able to handle these with care and empathy. You will be provided training on signposting students to appropriate wellbeing services.

 

What We Offer:

• Training: a full induction and training sessions will be delivered to you the week prior to Welcome Week, to ensure that you are equipped with the necessary skills and information required to carry out your role.
• Unforgettable Week: Make lifelong friendships with other Welcome Helpers, create amazing memories, and enjoy a packed week of fun events.
• Develop New Skills and Boost Your CV: Learn valuable teamwork, communication, and event management skills.
• Be Part of the Community: Play a vital role in making new students feel welcome at Glasgow.
• Gain Formal Recognition for your volunteering on your Higher Education Achievement Report (HEAR) and through our UofG Volunteering Awards and Saltire Awards! 

 

Time Commitment:

• Welcome Helping runs from Monday 8th Sep - Friday 19th Sep.
• Training and team building are from Monday 8th Sep - Friday 12th Sep.
• Welcome Week events run from Friday 12th Sep - Friday 19th Sep. Most events are during the day (8am-5pm), with a few early evenings (5pm-10pm).
• We'll work with your availability when creating the schedule. Ideally you will be available to help out a few hours each day, however, we still encourage you to apply even if you have partial availability!

 

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Events & Opportunities

Here's some more information on the types of events and opportunities you can get involved in as an SRC Welcome Helper!

 

Welcome Fair

Help hundreds of students find their perfect club!

Be the first point of contact for new students as they arrive at our vibrant Welcome Fair. After helping us set up the fair, you'll help guide new students through the fair, answer their questions, and help them connect with clubs and societies that match their interests. Bonus: Learn about all the amazing clubs and societies UofG has to offer while you're at it!

 

Social Events

Make Welcome Week unforgettable with fun social events!

Get involved in setting up exciting activities like headphone discos and movie nights. Create a welcoming atmosphere for new students, chat with them, and help run the activities. Bonus: These events are a great way to meet new people and make lasting friendships.

 

Campus Tours

Become a campus expert and guide new students!

Receive training to lead informative walking tours of the university. Help new students feel comfortable in their surroundings, answer their questions, and show them hidden gems on campus. Bonus: Learn interesting facts about the university along the way.

 

Wellbeing Events

Promote inclusivity and make everyone feel welcome!

Assist with events designed for specific student groups, like disabled students or students of colour. Help them feel valued and supported, and contribute to a diverse and welcoming environment for all. Bonus: Develop your communication and interpersonal skills while making a positive impact.

 

Postgraduate Events

Welcome new postgraduate students and show them a good time!

Help set up exciting evening events for postgraduate students, like drag shows or pub quizzes. Create a welcoming atmosphere and ensure everyone has a fun experience. Bonus: Network with postgraduate students from various fields and get a taste of postgraduate life at Glasgow.

 

Information Sessions

Empower new students with essential information!

Assist with sessions that help students navigate university life, such as our Intro to Student Media or Welcome to Scotland Social. Answer their questions and be a source of support during their transition. Bonus: Gain valuable experience in public speaking and information delivery.

 

Ready to Apply?

1. Register as a volunteer through our website
2. Register interest in this Welcome Helping opportunity. 
3. We will send you an application form to fill out! Applications close on Monday, 30th June, 5pm.

If you have any questions about the role, please do not hesitate to get in touch at volunteering@src.gla.ac.uk.

For more information on our events or the types of opportunity involved in Welcome Week please either check out our UofG Welcome Instagram or email as at volunteering@src.gla.ac.uk.