OPPORTUNITY
SELECT
Creative Youth Network (formerly Kingswood
Foundation) are keen to recruit a volunteer to work alongside a
Project assistant to support young people taking part in a
Graffiti project. The sessions run on Tuesday evenings from 6pm
– 8pm, term-time. You should have experience or an interest in
working with 11-16 yr olds, and young people with challenging
behaviours plus an interest in creative arts. Your role will
include helping young people research and develop designs and
offering on-going support and guidance as needed. This role
would give someone experience of working with young people in an
informal setting plus training opportunities around youth work.
For more information please get in touch with Volunteering
Kingswood or call Creative Network on 0117 9477948
Kingswood Bus Project are looking for a
volunteer driver with interest in youth work. Your role would
include driving the double decker bus to venues within the
Kingswood area and then working alongside qualified youth
workers to offer a range of activities to young people from our
mobile youth facility on Monday and Tuesday evenings: 6.30 –
9.30pm. You should have a clean, full driving licence,
confidence to drive a large vehicle (experience of minibus
driving preferred) plus an interest in engaging with young
people. For more information, select this opportunity or e-mail
patapps@yahoo.co.uk
Leonard Cheshire Disability are looking for volunteers to fill a
number of vacant roles within their Kingswood-based centre at
Cossham Gardens; all volunteers will receive induction and
Disability Equality training.Leonard Cheshire Disability: Volunteer escort for
Hydrotherapy sessions ; volunteers are required to
escort service users to hydrotherapy and support them in the
pool. Sessions run on Mondays: 11.30am – 2.30pm. No previous
experience necessary but you should be confident in the water,
patient, reliable and a good communicator. Full training given.
Leonard Cheshire Disability are looking for volunteers to fill a
number of vacant roles within their Kingswood-based centre at
Cossham Gardens; all volunteers will receive induction and
Disability Equality training.Leonard Cheshire Disability: Games Group
volunteer required for Wednesday afternoons each week: 2pm –
4pm. You will assist service users to join in with a range of
games, supported by activity staff who run the group. We are
looking for people who are confident, reliable and patient; full
training will be given.
Leonard Cheshire Disability are looking for volunteers to fill a
number of vacant roles within their Kingswood-based centre at
Cossham Gardens; all volunteers will receive induction and
Disability Equality training.Leonard Cheshire Disability: Computer Volunteers
are sought to assist service users to access the internet and
maintain contact with family and friends via e-mail. You will
need to be confident in use of computers, with patience and good
communication skills. And able to commit to at least 2 hours per
week; times are flexible to suit service users and volunteers.
Leonard Cheshire Disability are looking for volunteers to fill a
number of vacant roles within their Kingswood-based centre at
Cossham Gardens; all volunteers will receive induction and
Disability Equality training.Leonard Cheshire Disability: Newsletter Group volunteer
required on Tuesdays 1pm – 3pm to assist activity staff to
produce ‘Cossham News’ newsletter; you should be confident using
a computer and the role will include assisting service users to
write short articles, typing and distributing amongst service
users.
Leonard Cheshire Disability are looking for volunteers to fill a
number of vacant roles within their Kingswood-based centre at
Cossham Gardens; all volunteers will receive induction and
Disability Equality training.Leonard Cheshire Disability: Gardener required
for 2 hrs minimum per week to weed, prune, plant and general
care of gardens. Basic knowledge of gardening required plus
friendly and reliable nature. Current gardening volunteers meet
Tuesdays at 11am but times may be flexible.
Leonard Cheshire Disability are looking for volunteers to fill a
number of vacant roles within their Kingswood-based centre at
Cossham Gardens; all volunteers will receive induction and
Disability Equality training.Leonard Cheshire Disability: Fundraising Volunteers
required to support and participate in fundraising events at
Cossham Gardens. Roles are flexible but may include selling
raffle tickets, assisting with collections and organising
events. You will need to be confident, reliable and flexible in
terms of time and tasks.
Milestones Trust are looking to recruit volunteer
visitors/befrienders at two of their homes in the local
area. Many of our residents are unable to use speech to
communicate but with time and patience it can be surprising how
much you can learn about each other.
Fundraiser sought by local charity: ‘Help! Counselling
for 9 to 25 year olds (South West) Ltd ’ .. offering
counselling to children and young people. The service reaches
out to those in greatest need and never allows lack of funds to
be a barrier to accessing the service. The role of fundraiser
would suit someone with warm communication skills and a general
interest in the work we do; you should be self-motivated, with
imagination and ability to write press releases plus a
willingness to get out and about and tin-rattle. Integrity
essential, own car desirable. In-house training and support
given plus the opportunity to attend external relevant training.
The Care Forum have 3 new volunteering
opportunities all based in and around the Keynsham area; full
induction, training and on-going support offered to all
volunteers
The Brigstowe Project is looking for keen and
enthusiastic people to join their committee of 8 - to take an
active role in the work of the project supporting people
affected by HIV. Experience not essential but an open mind to
learn and work as a part of a team is! In return you will
receive support, training and a chance for you to use and
develop your professional skills. Meetings are held last
Wednesday of each month: 6 – 8pm in central Bristol.
British Red Cross are seeking volunteers to
support their ‘Therapeutic care service’ – offering gentle
massage for people in stressful situations to help them to relax
and/or reduce their pain. As a volunteer you will be trained
over 3 days – in hand and arm, neck and shoulder massage + basic
nail treatment and once training has been completed volunteers
visit clients in a range of settings including hospices, day
centres and sheltered housing to provide 1 to 1 treatments as
agreed with the client and co-ordinator. You will need to be
able to commit to all training dates and be able to offer a
regular commitment of 2 hours a week/fortnight. Qualities sought
include reliability, empathy, a caring manner and clear
communication skills and in return volunteers will gain from
knowing that the service they offer has a positive effect on
their clients’ well-being.
Frenchay Hospital (North Bristol NHS Trust) has
a number of volunteer roles available; full mileage or bus fare
costs are paid to all volunteers.
Children’s Playlink are recruiting now for the
next holiday playscheme to run in Kingswood offering play
opportunities to disabled children. The main focus of the role
is to ensure the children and young people have fun and are able
to join in with the activities they choose. You will work as
part of a team of play staff and as well as supporting the
children attending the role will enable you to develop your own
skills. This role is offered on the following dates: December
19th + 22nd : 9.30 – 3.30. Applicants must be aged 17yrs+
Volunteers sought to join our team supporting children and young
people, 9-17yrs, who are on the autistic spectrum – all of whom
are middle to high functioning. Your role will involve helping
to provide a safe and friendly environment for members to enjoy
this Friday evening club offering games/crafts and discussion of
their daily challenges. An understanding of the autistic
spectrum is not essential but a willingness to learn is! You
will also be required to attend monthly Team meetings. Please
Note: all successful applicants will need to be CRB checked.
This opportunity is posted by Butterflies Haven ,
based in Keynsham.
Fingers and Frets , a local banjo, mandolin and
guitar orchestra based in Warmley are VERY keen to recruit a
conductor to lead this friendly and enthusiastic group! The
orchestra perform locally offering a varied programme of music –
visiting community homes and groups across the area. Experience
of conducting a music group is essential…knowledge of fretted
instruments is desirable but not essential. The group meet at St
Barnabas church on Monday evenings 8pm-10pm and would very much
like to hear from anyone who may be able to offer their time and
skills.
Carer’s Support Centre are looking to recruit a
number of volunteers to be based at a specific GP practice (not
their local one) to assist with identifying ‘hidden carers’ –
and signposting them to support available so that they have the
opportunity to access the help and advice they may need. As a
‘GP Practice-Carer Link’ volunteer you will need good
inter-personal skills and enjoy talking and listening to people.
You should also be able to manage your time and undertake simple
admin tasks – and will need to establish a good working link
with the Carer’s Lead at the assigned GP Practice. You will
receive training and support from the Carers Support Centre
(based in Fishponds) and any travel expenses will be reimbursed.
To find out more contact Volunteering Kingswood now!
Local Disabled Travel Service - Accessible Transport for
You – require volunteer drivers and driver assistants
to drive minibus around Bristol/South West area and beyond. To
drive you should be aged 25+ with a full driving licence +
minibus experience .. plus knowledge of health and safety
procedures. If you enjoy working alongside others, can empathise
with disabled people and want to join a team committed to
ensuring disabled people are able to access a whole range of
places and opportunities outside their homes then please get in
touch with us.
‘Access on Line 4 U ’ based on Staple Hill Road
provides internet access for disabled people; they are looking
for volunteers from October to support disabled people at their
internet café open Mondays – Saturdays both day time and
evening. If you can offer any of the following skills we would
very much like to hear from you…
East Bristol Advice + Information Centres are
looking to recruit for the following volunteering vacancies from
September:
Campaign to Protect Rural England (CPRE)
Avonside branch have a vacancy within their trustee membership
for a Branch Secretary. If you would like to support and become
involved with this key environmental campaigning group there is
an opening for someone with the following knowledge and
experience: well organised, experience of committee work and
procedures, approachable, IT literate and some knowledge of
minute taking - for group’s bi-monthly meetings.
The Friends of Grimsbury Farm in Kingswood have
a number of volunteering opportunities available:* Please see September Spotlight article under ‘NEWS’*
New information and signposting centre in Cadbury Heath
– JUICE – are looking for volunteer receptionists to be
a first point of contact for people seeking information on local
services and activities. The centre is open Monday to Friday and
would welcome volunteers who could offer at least 1 or 2
mornings or afternoons each week on a regular basis. You will
need to be friendly, welcoming and a knowledge of the local area
might also be helpful. If you enjoy meeting new people and feel
this role could be for you please contact us for further
details.
Avon Wildlife Trust are looking for people able
to volunteer alongside staff to support adults with learning
difficulties who attend weekly sessions at Willsbridge Mill on
TUESDAY afternoons ... for wildlife themed activities such as
nature walks, bat box building, pond dipping and much more; if
you both enjoy the outdoors and working with people to support
their enjoyment of new activities and would like to join this
friendly group please let us know.
Willsbridge Mill: are keen to recruit 1 or 2 volunteers
to support a projec t working with children from St
Christophers school who visit the project once a month on a
Tuesday morning: 9.30 -12.30; your role would be to help prepare
and explain the activities to support workers caring for the
young people. Past activities have ranged from den and raft
building to practical gardening tasks!
Alzheimers Society: are seeking Befrienders to
support people with early stages of dementia; this involves
companionship and helping them take part in social and
recreational activities. Volunteers are asked to commit a few
hours each week or fortnight. This worthwhile role will help
reduce the isolation so often experienced by people with
dementia. Volunteers will need to be 18yrs+ and willing to learn
about dementia and its impact + take part in any other relevant
training.
Volunteer Driver sought .. to transport people
from their homes to the group’s service bases in Warmley and
Yate. DHI works with people in recovery from substance misuse;
in this role you will meet a varied group and play an integral
part in their road to recovery. Volunteers should be aged 21+
with a full driving licence.... plus a non-judgmental approach
and friendly manner. Come and join us!
British Red Cross are seeking ‘Home from Hospital’
volunteers able to commit to a regular commitment of 2 hours a
week, day-time, to visit people in their own homes on their
return from hospital. We aim to place volunteers close to their
own homes so transport not always required. If you feel you have
the enthusiasm and sensitivity to communicate with people
recently discharged from hospital and are able to work under
your own initiative the Red Cross would be very keen to meet
with you. A CRB check will be required + introductory training
for all new volunteers.
British Red Cross shop , Staple Hill is always
keen to hear from people who may be able to help in a number of
ways including sorting donated clothes, preparing stock, helping
with administration, dressing windows and serving at the
counter. In return we can offer you the opportunity to learn new
skills, meet new people and help us continue to raise vital
funds to meet the needs of vulnerable people in times of
emergency.
Brandon Trust are keen to recruit volunteers
to work alongside and support adults with learning difficulties
at two new projects within the wider Kingswood area:
Are you a keen gardener? Could you work alongside adults
with learning difficulties as part of a gardening project at
the wonderful Willsbridge Mill site - to develop and nurture
a vegetable garden area on Tuesday afternoons? Please get in
touch if you think you can help and are able to commit to a
regular Tuesday position.
Cafe support volunteers are required to help with a new
cafe/information centre at Grimsbury Farm ... on the borders
of Kingswood/Warmley. The Brandon Trust Community team will
be running the new cafe Mondays – Fridays from July and are
now seeking volunteers to help on a regular basis. The role
will involve supporting adults with learning difficulties to
prepare and serve food, serve and clear up and a range of
other tasks involved in running a cafe project.
* Please see September Spotlight article under ‘NEWS’*
Willsbridge Mill task group are always keen to
involve more volunteers keen to help with practical conservation
work around the site; this will include upkeep of general site
including paths, pond and steps plus pruning and care of hedging
and plant life. You will be part of a team who meet regularly
each Tuesday – enjoying the wonderful surroundings at this local
Avon Wildlife Trust site!
Avon Valley Railway owes its existence to
volunteers - and more volunteers are always needed for various
roles especially as this local tourist attraction continues to
grow and develop. Roles include work in the shop/buffet/booking
hall; driving and firing steam engines; stock maintenance;
ticket inspection and passenger guards plus working with various
new projects. No special skills are needed - whatever your
talent or interest AVR can put it to good use!
Telephone Befrienders sought for a befriending
service offering on-going phone support to carers; Princess
Royal Trust Carers Centre offer initial training followed by
regular support to volunteers who will make regular calls to
'matched' carers - providing social contact and emotional
support. The role is home-based and a minimum committment of 2
hours a week is required; volunteers will need excellent
listening skills, be confident speaking on the phone and have a
non-judgemental approach within their role.
Barnardos are seeking volunteer Breast-feeding Peer
Supporters in the Kingswood area to: assist with the
organisation of Breastfeeding groups, welcome new mothers, offer
support and advice as appropriate and liaise with local
midwives/health visitors. You should be friendly and
enthusiastic, have experience of breastfeeding and the ability
to support others in a non-judgemental way. A minimum
commmittment of 2 months is required for this role.
BTCV Tree Life Centre are looking to recruit 2 new ‘key’
volunteers to support this wonderful community tree nursery
based on Grimsbury Farm in Kingswood; both roles require a
commitment of 2 days a week + ability to drive a minibus would
be very useful. Some experience of practical horticulture would
be useful – but not essential; you will however need to be
enthusiastic, positive and supportive ... and will be fully
supported in your role:
Volunteer officer: Educational Assistant; this role will
provide learning support to volunteers enrolled on work-based
Horticulture diplomas + the opportunity to develop learning
materials and projects which will engage a wider audience in the
work of the Tree Life Centre – including children and young
people.
Volunteer Offices: Practical Task Leader; this role will
provide on-going support and supervision to volunteers at the
Tree Life Centre and will involve liaising with the project
officer and others to plan and co-ordinate on and off-site
practical activities
Kingsmeadow Community Flat are keen to recruit
a new management committee member to join them as they continue
to develop and respond to the needs of the local area. The
project will support new members with finding and attending
management committee skills training – and asks for a commitment
to attend meetings held every 2 months. This role will involve
you in working alongside other members to ensure the project has
clear direction and offers on-going support to the Project
Development Worker. You will need good leadership and
communication skills – and a keen interest in community
development.
Age UK are looking for befrienders to volunteer
to visit elderly and isolated people in their own homes –
providing friendship and time for a chat over a cup of tea
either once a week or fortnightly. Your visit could make all the
difference to an elderly person living in your local area - and
the only ‘skills’ you need are that you are friendly, caring, a
good communicator and enjoy the company of older people! Make a
difference – volunteer! To find out more just click on line or
call us at Volunteering Kingswood.
Bristol Dial-a-Ride are looking for Volunteer Drivers
for evening and weekend day trips and group hire bookings;
applicants must be 25+ and have held a full UK licence for at
least 2 years (although volunteers aged 21+ may be able to drive
some vehicles). Volunteers will need to have excellent
interpersonal and communication skills and a good knowledge of
the Bristol and south west road network.
Secretary ...required to record and send
round minutes from bi-monthly meetings of this local community
project. You will need to have good communication skills, be
organised and IT literate – and be able to attend 2-hourly
meetings held once every 2 months. To find out more about this
role please get in touch.
Vice-chair committee member .. sought to
attend bi-monthly meetings of the Kingsmeadow Community Flat
committee. The role involves supporting the Chair and helping to
lead the organisation on key issues and ensuring the smooth
running of the organisation and it’s meetings in the Chair’s
absence. Skills required include good communication and people
skills, tact and diplomacy and an understanding of the role and
responsibilities of a management committee.
Tools for Self-Reliance are looking for
volunteers to refurbish hand tools and sewing machines before
sending off to artisans in Africa. Volunteers will need to be
able to operate basic machinery eg grinders and technically
literate! The group are based at Kingswood Heritage Museum in
Warmley and meet on Tuesdays from 9.30 – 4.30pm
Contact the Elderly : currently have 2
volunteering opportunities on offer – both on Sunday afternoons
Friends of Cock Road Ridge : are on the
look-out for volunteers to help clear scrub and bramble roots in
and around the Orchard + pruning of apple trees..and weed
clearance from large spring-fed pond. Tools and waders are
available to anyone able to come and join this friendly working
group. For more information on work dates and times please
contact us at Volunteering Kingswood.
Bristol Aero Collection are looking for a Marketing
volunteer for The Bristol Aero Collection Museum: We
are seeking a Volunteer with marketing interest to focus on
promotional activities to increase visitor numbers to the Kemble
Museum by coordinating advertising in tourism publications, PR
and direct marketing to clubs and associations to raise
awareness of the museum for Group visits. These activities can
be carried out from home with attendance at a monthly management
meeting in the evening at BAWA, Southmead and the occasional
visit to the museum at Kemble throughout the year.
Bristol Aero Collection are looking for a Shop
Organiser for Bristol Aero Collection at Kemble: The
museum has a small shop where entrance fees are taken and where
visitors are encouraged to purchase aviation and related
memorabilia. On Mondays throughout the year plus occasional Open
Days the Museum and the shop are open and a volunteer is sought
to take charge of this activity while other volunteers act as
guides and undertake restoration of exhibits. Annual takings
covering entrance and shop sales are in the £12,500 range.
British Red Cross (based in Warmley) are
looking for a Medical Equipment Service manager ;
this role may include helping monitor delivery and collection of
medical equipment such as wheelchairs and other mobility aids,
handling donations and demonstrating use of the aids. You should
have excellent communication skills, an ability to complete
simple paperwork and complete records + and experience of
working as a member of a team. In return you will receive
quality training and support – and the knowledge that you will
play a key role in bringing a little extra freedom/ independence
to people’s lives.
The RNIB Link project is looking for
befrienders to support isolated blind and partially sighted
people in Bristol and South Glos.; you are asked to be prepared
to commit 2 hours a week for a minimum of 6 months. Tasks would
include helping with correspondence and reading post/newspapers,
assist with enquiries about Talking Books, guidance around
contacting relevant services, guide for short walks. You should
be a confident communicator, reliable, understanding and feel
able to encourage and motivate people; in return you will
develop confidence in ‘befriending’ skills and get satisfaction
from making a difference to someone’s life. RNIB will provide
induction training and support and all expenses will be
reimbursed.
Kingswood Community Transport
are always on the look-out for more volunteer minibus drivers;
volunteers should be aged 25+ with a clean driving licence and
be prepared to complete the minibus MIDAS training. Hours can be
agreed to suit your availability ... and full support is always
available from our friendly team! * Please see September Spotlight article under ‘NEWS’*
Avon North Mencap ,
based in Kingswood, are looking for volunteers to help at
sessions at The Hive – a meeting place for adults with learning
disabilities:
Computer Support volunteers are being sought
by local libraries across the area; this role will involve
supporting members of the public in the use of library IT
resources + internet, e-mail and on-line information sites.
Experience of social networking sites and an ability to manage
photos + music also very useful. Volunteers should be competent
and confident users of computers with experience of on-line
searching + good communication skills, understanding and
patience. Volunteering is available during your local library’s
opening times - at times to suit you.
Leonard Cheshire: Friends of Cossham Gardens Group...
Chairperson: Bristol Diabetes Support Group
are looking for someone willing to take over role of chair
within this group – set up to support people with diabetes
through information and talks. The role will be to guide and
oversee the committee in arranging the group’s bi-monthly
meetings. No medical knowledge or previous experience of
diabetes is required but good organisational skills and computer
skills would be required..plus a willingness to talk to people.
Support group meetings take place in central Kingswood and many
of the tasks of chairperson can be done from home.
1st Kingswood BP Scouts :
are a uniformed organisation offering a structured programme for
young people based on Baden Powell’s original ideas and
programmes. Volunteers are currently required for all sections
of the organisation: Beavers, Wolf Cubs and Scouts + senior
Scouts – to deliver and support a varied programme of craft,
play and activities for girls and boys aged from 5 yrs up. The
groups meet in Kingswood on Monday and Thursday evenings. CRB
checks will be required.
Victim Support are recruiting both Victim Support and Witness Service
volunteers;
Walking to Health: Volunteer
Walk Leaders * Please see September Spotlight article under ‘NEWS’*
Aspects and Milestones Trust
Tree Life Centre
Home Library Service
Kingswood Heritage Museum Trust
Our Place Community Flat, Staple
Hill We are currently looking for volunteer cooks and
waiters for Thursday mornings: 9.30 – 1pm to help with community
lunches for local residents in Staple Hill; If you can spare a
few hours a week to help prepare and serve meals please register
your interest.
Kingswood Bus Project
CVS South Gloucestershire
