Our volunteers come from a range of backgrounds and bring a variety of skills and experiences to the service.
People choose to volunteer for a number of reasons, for some volunteering can be a route to employment or a means of learning new skills to change career. Volunteering for others means giving something back to the local community and making a difference in someone’s life. It may also be a way to reduce social isolation, make new friends and build lifetime friendships.
Volunteering can be one of the most rewarding investments you will ever make.
Whatever your motivation, we appreciate your contribution as a volunteer and will provide access to all relevant training, support and advice from your line manager and the volunteer community navigator. Whether you have a little or lots of time to give, there should be a volunteering opportunity available to help you make a difference.
Benefits of volunteering:
But most importantly, it is rewarding and fun!
Christeen Morton
I've been volunteering for over 18 months and I love it. I first came to the centre to a few functions and looking at the timetable I noticed there was an opportunity for a toddler group and so I volunteered to run 'Tots and Toddlers Story Time'. I get a huge sense of wellbeing and belonging from volunteering and feel that the the staff, other volunteers and users of the centre are like my extended family. The main reason I enjoy volunteering is that I feel like I am giving something back to the community.
Gail Stanton
I have been volunteering at the centre for nearly 2 years now. I first started because I was signing on and the Job Centre advised me to do some volunteering to gain new skills - and with the help of the centre I went on to get a cleaning job at nursery linked with the centre. I really enjoy my time volunteering as I love meeting new people and helping with a variety of different things.
Please click on the relevant links to find out more about our current opportunities and if interested, complete an enquiry form.
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