Solihull & Small Heath Athletic Club
Join Our Team of Volunteers!
Our club thrives because of dedicated volunteers, and we’re always looking for more passionate people to get involved. Whether you’re a runner, a supporter, or just eager to help, your time and skills can make a real difference.
There are plenty of ways to contribute—some roles need regular commitment, while others are more flexible. No experience? No problem! We welcome volunteers from all backgrounds, and training is available where needed.
We’re a friendly, supportive club, and even a small commitment helps lighten the load for everyone.
Help Shape the Future of Junior Athletics!
Great supervision is key to effective training, and we need more coaches and assistants to support our young athletes.
Whether it’s taking the register, raking the sandpit, or leading warm-ups, every role makes a difference. With experience, you could even become a fully qualified coach!
Why Volunteer?
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Inspire the next generation and foster a love for athletics.
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Be a role model for young athletes, shaping their future beyond sport.
Commitment
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Flexible options—volunteer on Club nights anywhere from once a month to twice a week.
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Take a Coaching Assistant course (just two days) or help as a parent volunteer.
Requirements
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A passion for athletics and the enthusiasm to motivate juniors.
More information can be found here
https://www.englandathletics.org/coaches-and-officials/coaching-qualifications/
For further details please contact our volunteer coordinator on sshacofficialssec@gmail.com
Lead the Way - Help Grow Our Senior Running Community!
To expand our senior section, we need more leaders! Coaches are essential in helping athletes develop and reach their potential, and you could be one of them.
Why Volunteer?
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Inspire others to stay fit and active while keeping yourself motivated.
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Guide your training group to new achievements and personal bests!
Commitment
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Flexible options—volunteer on Club nights as often as you like, from once a month to twice a week.
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Take the Leader in Running Fitness course—just one day of mixed-format training.
Requirements
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A passion for running, whether it’s track, road racing, or cross-country.
More information can be found here
https://www.englandathletics.org/coaches-and-officials/coaching-qualifications/
For further details please contact our volunteer coordinator on sshacofficialssec@gmail.com
Be at the Heart of the Action - Become an Athletics Official!
Officials are vital in ensuring fair and safe competition, keeping events running smoothly, and upholding the integrity of the sport. We urgently need Starters Assistants, Field Judges, Track Judges, and Timekeepers to support our athletes.
Why Volunteer?
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Play a crucial role—without officials, competitions can’t happen!
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Earn points for the club at league events and become an essential part of the team.
Commitment
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Support league events across the Midlands, just 3–4 weekends each summer.
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Begin with a basic training course, followed by 2.5–4 hours of online learning and hands-on experience.
Requirements
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No previous knowledge needed—just an enthusiasm for athletics and the confidence to ask questions when needed.
More information can be found here
https://www.englandathletics.org/coaches-and-officials/officials-qualifications/
For further details please contact our volunteer coordinator on sshacofficialssec@gmail.com
Committee Roles: Vacant or current holder looking to step down:
No roles available at present
Treasurer
The club needs to maintain accurate financial records and produce simple monthly accounts for committee meetings and annually for approval at the AGM. The accounts are reviewed by an independent person each year.
Why Volunteer?
Use your financial and spreadsheet skills to support the club maintain accurate records
Provide information to help the committee make financial decisions
Commitment
Maintain a simple spreadsheet of income and expenditure and regularly reconcile to the club’s bank account.
Pay invoices and expense claims using online banking/banking app.
Keep well-organised copies of back up documents (eg invoices/expense claims) to enable annual independent review of accounts.
Produce simple monthly accounts for committee meetings and annual accounts and a Treasurer’s Report for the AGM.
Monthly committee meetings (third Thursday of the month 8pm to 10pm). Up to around 1 hour per week to make payments/update spreadsheet.
Requirements
Confident with numbers and able to use Microsoft Excel and online banking/banking app.
Able to maintain electronic records in a logical and organised manner.
For further details or an informal chat about what the role entails please contact our current Treasurer – treasurer.sshac@gmail.com
Minutes Secretary
The committee meet regularly to discuss ongoing issues & generate plans to further develop the club for the members, the discussions need to be formally documented & communicated.
Why Volunteer?
Support the club in recording & communicating actions for resolution.
Commitment
Monthly committee meetings (third Thursday of the month 8pm to 10pm).
Requirements
Good listening skills.
ability to listen & write notes of the salient points raised during committee meeting discussions
after the meeting write up notes into a predefined minutes format & distribute to the committee by email
For further details please contact our membership secretary at sshac.membership@gmail.com
Team Manager for Track & Field League
As a team manager, you play a crucial role in the success of the team. It’s up to you to pull together the best team possible and to get the most out of them at competition. It’s not always about the athletes winning – sometimes it’s about them doing their best or even improving on their personal best. The best team managers make all competitions enjoyable and ensure good team morale; this approach leads to long term success by retaining and developing athletes for longer.
Why volunteer?
You will become an essential part of the team, enjoying the team spirit!
You will be actively supporting athletes’ development
Teams are imperative for the future of the Club
Commitment
Preparation to understand the league requirements and select the team weeks before the events
Attend 4 league events a year and check results afterwards
Requirement
Interest in athletics, a team player and good organisation skills
Further information can be found: https://www.englandathletics.org/clubhub/resource/team-manager/
For further details please contact our volunteer coordinator on sshacofficialssec@gmail.com