There are lots of volunteering opportunities across Leicestershire. A great place to start is Voluntary Action Leicestershire (VAL) who are a charity that helps people in local communities find the right role for them.
To find volunteering opportunities around Leicestershire. There are hundreds of opportunities available!
Volunteering opportunities | Voluntary Action Leicestershire
But if you already know what kind of area you'd like to volunteer in, then you can use these helpful drop down bars to see what roles are available.
Environmental - opportunities for people who are passionate about the environment, recycling and climate change to help raise awareness of waste and sustainability issues
Leicestershire County Council have the following roles available:
- Community Fridges - APPLY HERE
- Environment Action - APPLY HERE
- Tree Warden - email treewardens@leics.gov.uk(link sends email) to apply
Leicestershire Country Parks have volunteering opportunities at all major parks across the county. Including Beacon Hill, Market Bosworth, Watermead North and many others
Six volunteer groups work throughout the county on a variety of practical tasks. These include:-
- hedge laying
- coppicing
- tree planting
- bird box making
- wildlife surveying
- pond/river clearing
- creating paths and boardwalks
- heathland restoration
- reedbed management
- wild flower meadows
APPLY NOW by completing this contact form.
Canal River Trust the following roles available
- Towpath Taskforce
- Lock Keepers
- Lead Volunteers
- Supporting group sessions and partnership work
Children and Family - opportunities for people who are you interested in supporting families reach their full potential
Family Help Leicestershire County Council have the following roles available
- Stay and Play Leaders - learn about this role by watching this video
- Young Person Mentor - learn about this role by watching this video
- Independent Visitor - learn more about this role by watching this video
- Parent Support Mentor
- Group Support Worker
- Wellbeing Cafe Leader
- Appropriate Adult (based in a police station) - follow this link to learn more from the National Appropriate Adult Network
- Community Panel Member
APPLY NOW for all Family Help roles
Leicestershire County Council have the following school based roles available
- School Appeal Panel
- School Governors
NSPCC have numerous roles available
- Speak Out Stay Safe - learn more about this project by watching this video
- Befriending Service
- Community support roles
Helping to support families in your local community through weekly 1-2-1s, over the phone and in parenting support group sessions
Cultural and Heritage - Opportunities for people interested in supporting heritage projects and museums
Watch here to see why should should volunteer for Culture Leicestershire
Culture Leicestershire at Leicestershire County Council have roles available at the following locations. Click on each link for more information
Opportunities for Young People
Leicestershire Police have the following role available
- Cadets
Youth HealthWatch want to hear from young people about the health services that they use. Email dulna.s@healthwatchLL.com to get involved
ParkRun have roles available for young people, which can also be part of the Duke of Edinburgh award.
- Course Set Up
- Finish Line Support
- Course Marshal
Other Opportunities
Womens Aid have the following roles available
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Refuge Project Volunteer
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Group Volunteer
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Donations Volunteer
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Volunteer Mentor
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Events Volunteer
MIND Leicester Leicestershire and Rutland have the following roles available
- Support Volunteer
Leicestershire Police have the following roles available
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Police Support Volunteer
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Special Constable
Leicestershire Shared Reading have the following roles available
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Admin Volunteer
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Social Media Volunteer
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Reader Leader Volunteer
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Website / IT Volunteer
Further information
Do you have a volunteer role you'd like to advertise here ?
If you do, please email familyhubs@leics.gov.uk and include a brief description, your application process and any links to videos or websites