Latest Volunteering Opportunities
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If you are unsure of what type of volunteer role you want to undertake, or would just like some general advice and support around entering volunteering, please feel free to contact our Connections Officer Hannah Hulbert at hannah.hulbert@cvs-sg.org.uk
Title of Volunteer Role: | Women Creative Activities Volunteer |
Description of the Volunteer Role: | As a Creative Activities Volunteer, you will support staff with facilitating creative activities for clients. We are looking for someone who is creative, enthusiastic and friendly. Do I need to have any specific skills? Please see all locations and the time commitments we are currently recruiting for in this role: Bristol- Tuesday’s, 1:30pm-3:30pm, fortnightly. |
Contact information for applicants: | https://www.mungos.org/volunteer_role/creative-activities-volunteer/ |
| Closing date: | 03.01.26 |
| Organisation: | St. Mungo’s |
Title of Volunteer Role: | Outdoor family play volunteer- Downend and Kingswood |
Description of the Volunteer Role: | We are looking for adult volunteers to join our team to provide support at our family groups in Downend and Kingswood. We’re offering FREE training and real experience, including: You’ll gain valuable experience supporting children in beautiful outdoor settings. Priority given to: 1:1 and group supervision provided. This project is funded thanks to the generosity of South Gloucestershire Council. You can learn more about Mud Pie Explorers here: www.mud-pies.co.uk Any questions? Contact nickie@mud-pies.co.uk For more information contact nickie@mud-pies.co.uk You can learn more about Mud Pie Explorers here: www.mud-pies.co.uk |
Contact information for applicants: | nickie@mud-pies.co.uk |
| Closing date: | 19.12.25 |
| Organisation: | Mudd Pies Explorers CIC |
Title of Volunteer Role: | Outdoor Youth Volunteer (16- 25) |
Description of the Volunteer Role: | Are you 16-24 and looking to gain real skills and qualifications for work? Want to be outdoors, helping children build confidence? We’re offering FREE training and real experience, including: You’ll gain valuable experience supporting children in beautiful outdoor settings. Young people with additional needs 1:1 and group supervision provided. This project is funded thanks to the generosity of the Nisbett Foundation. For more information contact nickie@mud-pies.co.uk You can learn more about Mud Pie Explorers here: www.mud-pies.co.uk |
Contact information for applicants: | nickie@mud-pies.co.uk |
| Closing date: | 19.12.25 |
| Organisation: | Mudd Pies Explorers CIC |
Title of Volunteer Role: | Chair of Trustees |
Description of the Volunteer Role: | Quartet Community Foundation is seeking a new chair of trustees to lead our dynamic and committed Board. Quartet distributes approximately £5 million across 1,000 grants each year to support local communities and charities in the region. Trustees on our Board actively contribute to setting the strategic direction of Quartet, helping to advise and run the organisation. As Chair of Trustees, you will work with other members of the Board to form an effective, accountable governing body which provides leadership and support for the dedicated staff team in delivering Quartet’s strategic plan. The role of the Chair of Trustees Trustees are expected to attend four board meetings a year, where possible, and asked to join one of our four sub-committees, all of which report to the main board. The chair is expected to attend these committee meetings, at least in the early part of the role to gain an understanding of the deeper work of their focus. As ultimate responsibility and authority for a charity lies collectively with its trustee board, you will need to understand some key elements of charity law and governance – so we’ll give you an induction, training and help you to stay up to date. Appointments are normally for six years: an initial term for three years with an option of one further term of three years. How to apply or learn more If you are interested in this opportunity and feel that you have skills and experience that mean you could fulfil the role of the chair, please do apply and get in touch. Details of how to get in touch for an informal conversation are included in the Recruitment Pack below. Before applying, please download and read the Recruitment Pack, and then complete the Application Form and Equality and Diversity Form using the buttons below. The simple application form will include questions asking why you are interested in becoming our Chair and what skills and experience you would bring to the role. A full recruitment pack can be found here https://quartetcf.org.uk/about-us/vacancy/chair-of-trustees/ Send your completed Application Form and Equality and Diversity Form, along with a copy of your current CV, to: recruitment@quartetcf.org.uk to be received no later than 10am on Monday 5th January 2026. Applications must be sent to this account. All applications will be acknowledged. Candidates shortlisted for interview will be invited to attend an interview week commencing 12th January 2026 between 9am-5pm, in central Bristol. Initial interviews will be held with a small, friendly panel of trustees and the CEO, and will last less than one hour. |
Contact information for applicants: | recruitment@quartetcf.org.uk |
| Closing date: | 05.01.26 |
| Organisation: | Quartet Community Foundation |
Title of Volunteer Role: | Event Support Microvolunteer |
Description of the Volunteer Role: | We need your support to ensure our fundraising and other events are engaging and |
Contact information for applicants: | volunteer@mungos.org |
| Closing date: | 25.11.25 |
| Organisation: | St Mungos |
Title of Volunteer Role: | Trustee and Treasurer |
Description of the Volunteer Role: | What will you be doing We run a programme of events for the benefit of the local community, as well as offering commercial hire opportunities. The activities are largely volunteer run and are supported by three part time staff. Our aim is to use this magnificent building for the benefit of all visitors and it ensure that it is preserved and managed so that it will continue to inspire people for many generations. As a Trustee and Treasurer you will use your skills and experience to ensure that the charity is run in a way that is responsible, effective and meets its legal and statutory requirements. What Are we Looking For? We are looking for someone with:
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What difference will you make? The continued success of the Trust depends on the maintenance of strong financial support to ensure that the building is maintained and managed in an appropriate manner. The business plan requires a mix of heritage and commercial activities to achieve this and to ensure that the Trust continues to serve the community. Role will require some attendance at Winterbourne, although much of the role can be managed remotely Most of the time requirement ican be managed remotely. Attendance on site will be required for 4 Finance Committee and 4 Board meetings per year Additional information You can download the following documents: |
Contact information for applicants: | Trustee and Treasurer, Winterbourne Medieval Barn Trust | Reach Volunteering |
| Closing date: | 31.10.25 |
| Organisation: | Winterbourne Medieval Barn Trust |
Title of Volunteer Role: | Trustees |
Description of the Volunteer Role: | What will you be doing? Our Trustees play a vital role in ensuring that Winterbourne Medieval Barn Trust achieves its core purpose. They oversee the management and strategic direction of the Trust, ensuring that our activities align with our mission of preserving heritage while fostering community engagement, education, and cultural enrichment. Just as importantly, Trustees support and challenge the executive team to enable the Trust to grow and thrive. Duties:
What are we looking for? We are looking for Trustees with an interest in preserving and maintaining an iconic building. We are aiming to expand the range of skills across the Board but experience in Finance, Governance, Fundraising, Heritage, Marketing, Technology, or Risk Management is particularly valuable. What difference will you make? Strong, reliable, and committed Trustees are crucial to the sustainability of the Winterbourne Medieval Barn Trust. As a Trustee, you will work with others on the Board to make strategic decisions and support the executive team. Trustees offer strategic oversight, ensuring that the organisation meets its legal, financial, and governance responsibilities, while remaining true to its mission of preserving the Barn and fostering community engagement. Your contribution will help the Trust maintain a safe, welcoming, and inspiring environment, and maximise the impact of its cultural, educational, and community activities Before you apply Please respond by email to suep@winterbournebarn.org.uk letting us know why you are interested and what you can offer WMBT |
Contact information for applicants: | Trustees | Reach Volunteering |
| Closing date: | 31.10.25 |
| Organisation: | Winterbourne Medieval Barn Trust |
Title of Volunteer Role: | Chair of Trustees |
Description of the Volunteer Role: | We are currently looking to recruit a new Chair of Trustees to build upon our success to date, provide visionary strategic leadership and steer the charity through its next stage of development and growth. Emersons Green Village Hall is a charity which runs the community centre with the same name. Our aim is to be at the heart of the community. We run our own events and activities and hire out our rooms. |
Contact information for applicants: | Please send your CV with contact details of two referees to our Company Secretary, Michelle Sparano, at secretary@egvh.org.uk. While we do use LinkedIn, we will not accept your LinkedIn profile in lieu of your CV. The first step is for our Company Secretary to show you around Emersons Green Village Hall and answer any questions about our operations and the building. If you wish to proceed with your application after your visit and discussion, we will take up your references. If these are satisfactory, the current Co-Chairs will interview you. The Board will then discuss any candidates proposed by the Co-Chairs at our next Trustee Meeting and you will be notified of the outcome. Our Company Secretary will then arrange for successful candidates to complete the necessary paperwork, including a basic DBS Check, before starting their roles. |
| Closing date: | Ongoing |
| Organisation: | Emersons Green Village Hall |
Title of Volunteer Role: | Trustees (x3) |
Description of the Volunteer Role: | Emersons Green Village Hall is seeking to recruit three new Trustees to its Board. We are particularly interested in hearing from you if you have professional experience of accountancy, banking, marketing or facilities management or if you attend activities or events at Emersons Green Village Hall. Our Trustee vacancies are voluntary roles with a minimum time commitment of approximately two hours per month. Our Trustees attend our bi-monthly Board Meetings, which last up to two hours and are usually held on Tuesday evenings, and our AGM. Our Trustees may also attend Trustee Staff Meetings and support our Operational Staff if they wish to give more of their time and expertise. All meetings mentioned above are held in-person at Emersons Green Village Hall. Any other meetings may be held in-person or via Teams. The Role of Trustee: Trustees shape the strategic direction of our charity and are also its company directors. The role is an opportunity to make a difference in the voluntary sector and provides good experience of senior management. We are also happy to provide references for our Trustees upon request. About Emersons Green Village Hall: Emersons Green Village Hall is a charity which runs the community centre with the same name. Our aim is to be at the heart of the community. We run our own events and activities and hire out our rooms. |
Contact information for applicants: | Please send your CV with contact details of two referees to our Company Secretary, Michelle Sparano, at secretary@egvh.org.uk. While we do use LinkedIn, we will not accept your LinkedIn profile in lieu of your CV. The first step is for our Company Secretary to show you around Emersons Green Village Hall and answer any questions about our operations and the building. If you wish to proceed with your application after your visit and discussion, the Chair of Trustees will take up your references. If these are satisfactory, the Chair will interview you. The Board will then discuss any candidates proposed by the Chair at our next Trustee Meeting and you will be notified of the outcome by the Chair. Our Company Secretary will then arrange for successful candidates to complete the necessary paperwork, including a basic DBS Check, before starting their roles as Trustees. Please note that the Chair meets with all new Trustees at the commencement of their role, to ensure that they receive an appropriate induction. |
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| Organisation: | Emersons Green Village Hall |
Title of Volunteer Role: | Volunteer Shop Assistant – Brandon Trust – Chipping Sodbury |
Description of the Volunteer Role: | At Brandon Trust we are currently recruiting for a number Charity Shop Volunteers in our Chipping Sodbury shop. We have weekdays and weekend availability. You can read about us here https://www.brandontrust.org/ Volunteering in our shops is open to everyone and no experience is required. You just need to be friendly and happy to serve customers, motivated, hardworking and enjoy being part of a team. So, if you’re looking for a new challenge, and can offer a regular weekly commitment, then we’d love you to get in touch. There are different types of roles and activities you could get involved in at the shops and we have lots of different times available where we could use your help! We will give you a full induction as well as ongoing training opportunities to make sure you feel fully confident and able to succeed in your volunteering role. Volunteer duties include: I’m interested. What difference will I make if I volunteer for Brandon Trust? I’m interested. What difference will I make if I volunteer for Brandon Trust? Money raised from our charity shop is used to create job opportunities for people we support. The more money we make in our stores, the more job roles we can create for people with autism and learning disabilities. Volunteering with us means that you are directly supporting that so we can raise more money and create more job opportunities for the people we support. You can read more about us here www.brandontrust.org What other qualities do you need from me? We need you to be friendly and welcoming and willing to be part of the team and to learn new skills and ask for help when you need it. We’d also like you to turn up for your volunteering times, or let your manager know if you can’t make it that day. You will be supportive of the work we do at Brandon Trust and the people we support, some of whom will be working or volunteering in the shop with you. Sounds great. What will I get from volunteering with Brandon Trust? · A chance to work in a friendly team, make new friends & meet a diverse group of suportive colleagues To apply contact Sally Davis, Volunteer Coordinator M: 07493 866735 |
| Contact information for applicants: | Sally Davis, Volunteer Coordinator sally.davis@brandontrust.org or call 07493 866735 |
| Closing date: | 05/08/2026 |
| Organisation: | Brandon Trust |
Title of Volunteer Role: | Woodworking Skills Volunteer |
Description of the Volunteer Role: | At Brandon Trust we run our ‘Splinters’ project, based at Elm Tree Farm in Stapleton, and are now looking for several volunteers with woodworking skills and hand tool and power tool experience to help in the project alongside staff and people we support. We have various hours over Monday-Friday and would prefer mornings but may have some flexibility. A regular weekly commitment would be needed. You can read more about our projects based at Elm Tree Farm here https://www.brandontrust.org/what-we-do/enterprises-and-supported-employment/elm-tree-farm/ and below is a brief description of our Splinters Project: Splinters is our woodwork project. We produce a range of high-quality, wood-based products, including decorative items for the home and garden. Bird boxes, insect hotels, and wooden planters are just some of the items we make. These can then be purchased at our onsite farm shop and at the Brandon charity shops. We also sell restored and upcycled wooden furniture, as well as carrying out small-scale furniture repairs and restoration projects for customers. We pride ourselves on using recycled timber wherever possible, and we also sell kindling and fire blocks from the farm shop. If you have woodworking skills and would love to help out please email Sally Davis, Volunteer Coordinator sally.davis@brandontrust.org or call 07493 866735 |
| Contact information for applicants: | Sally Davis, Volunteer Coordinator sally.davis@brandontrust.org or call 07493 866735 |
| Closing date: | 30/11/2025 |
| Organisation: | Brandon Trust |
Title of Volunteer Role: | Volunteer |
Description of the Volunteer Role: | Join our network of trained volunteers, helping families with young children through tough times. We work across Bristol and South Gloucestershire. Our volunteers, who usually have parenting experience themselves, support families through home visits, group meetings or telephone support. Our next volunteer training course starts on Tuesday 6th May 2025 and runs every Tuesday 9.30am – 2.30pm (apart from half term) until Tuesday 17th June at St Werburghs Community Centre, Horley Rd, St Werburgh’s, Bristol BS2 9TJ |
Contact information for applicants: | Contact us for more information by emailing admin@homestartbsg.org.uk or call 0117 9501170 to speak to someone on our friendly team. |
Closing Date: | Ongoing |
Organisation Name: | Home-Start Bristol |
Title of Volunteer Role: | Volunteer Team Member |
Description of the Volunteer Role: | St Peter’s Hospice is a local charity which provides care and support for those living with a progressive life-limiting illness and their families in the Bristol, South Gloucestershire, and North Somerset area both at the Hospice and in the community. Our charity shops raise around £3,000,000 per year which goes directly towards providing vital patient care and support services; as a retail shop volunteer you will play an important part in raising this incredible amount. We’re looking for enthusiastic and self-motivated volunteers who have a few spare hours a week to commit to our great cause. Here are some other key skills we are looking out for: How do I get started? |
Contact information for applicants: | Make sure to select “Yate” as a chosen store: https://www.stpetershospice.org/support-us/volunteer/volunteer-in-our-shops/charity-shop-volunteering/#apply |
| Closing date: | n/a |
| Organisation: | St. Peter’s Hospice |
Title of Volunteer Role: | Chipping Sodbury – Volunteer Shop Team Member |
Description of the Volunteer Role: | A Volunteer Shop Team Member volunteers as part of a shop team to raise as much income as possible through providing excellent customer service and assisting with operational tasks. You may be involved in one task or a combination of different tasks: |
Contact information for applicants: | Charity Shop Volunteering – St Peter’s Hospice |
| Closing date: | n/a |
| Organisation: | St. Peter’s Hospice |
Title of Volunteer Role: | Puppy Raiser | |
Description of the Volunteer Role: | Are you a dog lover? Do you have some spare time? Would you like to make a difference to someone’s life? If so, and you are based in the South Gloucestershire area, then this role could be perfect for you! What you’ll be doing: You’ll ideally have: If you don’t feel you tick every box, but are sure this role is the one for you, we’d love to hear from you! We’re always open to suggestions and are very happy to chat with you to discuss what’s possible, so please just get in touch at volunteersouthwestwales@guidedogs.org.uk What you’ll get: You’ll receive plenty of support from your volunteer manager who will help you work through these training modules with your puppy. We also offer puppy classes for puppy raisers in the local area to get together, share stories and provide refreshers on training techniques. Volunteering for Guide Dogs should never leave you out of pocket. We’ll make sure we pay any expenses related to volunteering with us, including veterinary costs, food costs for the puppy and other materials needed for the puppy’s training. If you have questions about the training requirements, we’ll be very happy to answer these at your interview along with addressing any other support or accessibility needs you may have. We ask that applicants for this role are aged 18+. | |
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Closing Date: | Ongoing | |
Organisation Name: | Guide Dogs for the Blind Association |
Title of Volunteer Role: | Volunteer Project Assistant |
Description of the Volunteer Role: | To provide mobility scooters and wheelchairs to people with either a permanent or temporary disability allowing access the shopping centre, people places and services., To enable people with physical disabilities the ability to go on holiday or provide mobility for people visiting relatives in the area. • Help people access facilities at Yate Shopping Centre and use on holiday through access to a mobility scooter |
Contact information for applicants: | Sheridan Crew Email shopmobilitysouthglos@yahoo.com Tel 01454 868718 Mob 07999574474 Anyone interested can pop into the office on either a Thursday or Friday between 10am and 3pm for a informal chat. |
Closing Date: | Ongoing |
Organisation Name: | Shopmobility (South Gloucestershire) |
Title of Volunteer Role: | Befriender (Face to Face or Telephone) |
Description of the Volunteer Role: | Could you provide a regular call or visit for a lonely older person? Help us support those who are experiencing loneliness in South Gloucestershire by becoming a Befriender. Befriending volunteers get matched with an older person in the community to visit them or give them a call regularly to provide companionship. What you will get out of it? What is expected of me? When can I visit? |
Contact information for applicants: | Contact Amanda at volunteering@ageuksouthglos.org.uk for an application pack, or call 01454 411 707 if you would like more information |
Closing Date: | Ongoing |
Organisation Name: | Age UK South Gloucestershire |
Title of Volunteer Role: | Digital Champion (Basic IT Support) |
Description of the Volunteer Role: | In the digital age we live in, you can make a real difference by helping to build someone’s confidence online. Could you spare some time to support an older person in getting to grips with a phone, tablet or computer as a Digital Champion volunteer? Our Digital Support Service is available to support anyone over the age of 50 living in South Gloucestershire who would like to know how to access the internet, use new technology, stay connected or access vital services. What you will get out of it: It’s a great way to make a real difference in someone’s life What is expected of me? The ability to work patiently and supportively with people and work towards their goals – in either a group or 1-1 setting (Groups run in Yate, Thornbury and Hanham) |
Contact information for applicants: | Contact Amanda at volunteering@ageuksouthglos.org.uk for an application pack, or call 01454 411 707 if you would like more information |
Closing Date: | Ongoing |
Organisation Name: | Age UK South Gloucestershire |
Title of Volunteer Role: | Walking Group Assistant |
Description of the Volunteer Role: | Do you enjoy spending time in the fresh air, exploring parks and gardens? Could you support one of our Walking Groups? Our short group walks are inclusive and flexible enough to adapt to older people’s lives and abilities and act as a gateway to enjoying more regular physical activity. We are looking for willing volunteers to accompany client on the short planned walks. We are particularly needing volunteers in Filton and Longwell Green. Older people can experience barriers that prevent them from engaging in local activities and hinder them from keeping active; this may be because of a significant life event like a bereavement or periods of ill health, which result in a lack of confidence. You could help older people reintroduce activity into their daily lives and boost their confidence by becoming a walking group volunteer with Age UK South Gloucestershire. Volunteers attend a weekly group walk in the community and support this walk by providing encouragement and companionship to the older people participating. What you will get out of it: You will be making a real difference in the lives of older people. Walking group volunteers are expected to commit to attending and supporting one walk per week, which will be approximately an hour long. Part of the aim of this project is to help reduce loneliness and social isolation; therefore, after the walk, the participants will be taken to a café for tea or coffee. The walking project staff team would strongly encourage volunteers to join us for this as well, as it is a great opportunity to build bonds with the clients. This will last for approximately half an hour. |
Contact information for applicants: | Contact Amanda at volunteering@ageuksouthglos.org.uk for an application pack, or call 01454 411 707 if you would like more information |
Closing Date: | Ongoing |
Organisation Name: | Age UK South Gloucestershire |
Title of Volunteer Role: | Engagement and Feedback, Information and Guidance Volunteer |
Description of the Volunteer Role: | Healthwatch BNSSG is the public’s health and social care champion. For anyone who use GPs and hospitals, dentists, pharmacies, care homes or other support services, we want to hear about their experiences. We have the power to make sure NHS leaders and other decision makers listen to feedback and improve standards of care. We also help people find reliable and trustworthy information and advice. Engagement and Feedback provide an important link between Healthwatch and the residents of Bristol, North Somerset, and South Gloucestershire. As a volunteer, you will support staff members with engagement events, you will engage with members of the public gathering feedback and experiences about health and social care services. There is also the opportunity to be involved in particular projects plus be trained in specific areas of our work. If you are looking to either upskill and gain experience for future employment prospects or wish to utilise the experiences and skills you have in health and social care we would love to hear from you. We offer accredited training and qualifications in Safeguarding and Equality and Diversity plus can offer in house training in specific administration areas and some health and social care areas. This can be discussed and arranged on an individual basis. |
Contact information for applicants: | Please complete a volunteer application form and equality and diversity monitoring form. If you are offered a volunteering role we will need to check references from people who know you well. Return your form to: jacqui@healthwatchbnssg.co.uk If you would like to have an informal chat, please let Jacqui know via email or pop into the Bristol Hub, UG21 Union Gallery, Broadmead, Bristol, BS1 3XD For more information visit: www.healthwatchnorthsomerset.co.uk www.healthwatchsouthglos.co.uk Please call Jacqui Reeves on 07928206365 if you have any questions. |
Closing Date: | Ongoing |
Organisation Name: | Healthwatch |
Womankind provides a befriending service for women who are struggling and in need of some support and encouragement. We hope to give women a better quality of life by improving their mental health and well-being. Befrienders help women do everyday things like going for coffee and getting the bus, we aim to help build confidence and self esteem so women can establish new interests and broaden social networks. You will need to be a good listener and want to help a woman change her life for the better. The Commitment:We expect volunteers to commit to 2-3 hours per week for a year, plus attend group supervision on a monthly basis. What we offer:– Comprehensive training and induction;– Support and supervision;– Experience of working in mental health;– Out-of-pocket expenses. |
Contact information for applicants: | Ashleigh Riddell Volunteer Service Coordinator |
Closing Date: | Open ended |
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Description of the Volunteer Role: | As a Volunteer in a ‘Circle of Support and Accountability’, you will make an important contribution to preventing sexual abuse and creating safer communities. A Circle of Support and Accountability is a small group of carefully trained and selected volunteers who meet regularly with an individual who has sexually harmed. Volunteers hold the individual ‘core member’ to account for their behaviour, supporting their safe integration into the community. They work closely with relevant organisations including the police and probation. Circles South West needs more Circle Volunteers from all walks of life. We are looking for adults who are approachable and emotionally stable, with a mature outlook. The ability to maintain firm boundaries is essential. Circle Volunteers commit around 2-4 hours per week for 12-18 months. We provide full training, ongoing professional support and reimburse expenses. Appointment is dependent on suitability assessment, satisfactory references and criminal records checks. | |
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Closing Date: | No closing date – rolling advert | |
Organisation Name: | Circles South West |
