Volunteer
By volunteering with Action for Children you will make a
real difference to the lives of the most vulnerable and neglected
children and young people.
You could also learn new skills, improve your CV, build your
confidence and meet new people. Not to mention having great fun! We
have many opportunities to get involved in volunteering, such as
helping at your local Action for Children playgroup, mentoring a
young person who has little contact with their family, coordinating
our local fundraising collections, or driving young carers to
activities for some well-deserved time away from their caring
responsibilities.
Use this page to search for your perfect volunteering
opportunity, or use the links on the left to find out more about
volunteering with us.
Download your volunteer application form here.
Learn how to apply
here.
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We are looking for people who can volunteer at least once a month to spend time building a friendship with a child / young person in care, giving them an opportunity to access hobbies and interest, gain independence skills and generally have a fun day out.
Categories: Mentoring and befriending,Youth workReference: IV CS 4373Location: London / South East
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Provide individual support, guidance and encouragement to children, young people and their families.
Categories: Childcare and playwork,Mentoring and befriending,Supporting families,Youth workReference: FSV CS 8082Location: Liverpool
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We are looking for enthusiastic and reliable volunteers to act as an independent visitors for young person they are matched up with. The North East Independent Visitor Service matches volunteers to young people who are in residential or foster care and who have limited or no contact with their family. Our volunteers provide vital ongoing informal relationships for these young people who otherwise would have no positive relationships outside of the professional network.
Categories: Mentoring and befriending,Youth workReference: IV CS 1324Location: Volunteers needed in Gateshead - the projects office base is in Newcastle
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We are looking for enthusiastic and reliable volunteers to act as an independent visitors for young person they are matched up with. The North East Independent Visitor Service matches volunteers to young people who are in residential or foster care and who have limited or no contact with their family. Our volunteers provide vital ongoing informal relationships for these young people who otherwise would have no positive relationships outside of the professional network.
Categories: Mentoring and befriending,Youth workReference: IV CS 1322Location: Volunteers needed in Hartlepool - the projects office base is in Newcastle
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We are looking for enthusiastic and reliable volunteers to act as an independent visitors for young person they are matched up with. The North East Independent Visitor Service matches volunteers to young people who are in residential or foster care and who have limited or no contact with their family. Our volunteers provide vital ongoing informal relationships for these young people who otherwise would have no positive relationships outside of the professional network.
Categories: Mentoring and befriending,Youth workReference: IV CS 1320Location: Volunteers needed in Middlesborough - the projects office base is in Newcastle