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SURREY 2 WHEELS FOR ALLCycling support/assistance - The main and overall aim of this role is to assist the project coordinators to train and impart cycle skills to all riders and group members, whether complete beginners or improvers. This includes assisting coordinators with training at weekly cycle sessionslifting bikes and equipment in and out of storageability to cycle around the athletics track and accompany trainee ridersability to join in short and longer community bike rides, on cycle pathways and local roads (rides up to approx. 15 miles) come prepared and dressed for all weathers preferably a bike owner

ST JOHNS’S KNAPHILL CHILDREN’S CENTRECooking Tutor of Basic Home Cookery – We are looking for someone who has cooking skills and an ability to teach others these skills. The need is to pass on a love of cooking and the ability to feed a family rather than perfect looking cakes etc. Some young people have never had cooking opportunities at school and have no experience to build on. We would like our mums to be able to see something in the supermarket and have an idea of how it can be turned into a meal. The ideal would be basic cooking of meat/pulses and vegetables. Teaching would probably be to a group of four at a time.

PEER PRODUCTIONSFundraiser (Corporate Sponsorship) – We are actively seeking a volunteer to lead us in corporate fundraising. We are keen to find someone with experience of this arena. See main entry for details.

PYRFORD GUIDE AND SCOUT PARENTS ASSOCIATION (PGSPA)Multiple Committee Roles, Maintenance, Admin, Fundraising, Trustees – Multiple roles, but all need community-minded individuals who will be proactive in the maintenance and development of the Arbor Centre in Pyrford, which is run primarily for the benefit of the uniformed organisations (Scouts & Guides, Cubs & Brownies, etc.) based there. See main entry for more details.

GIRLGUIDING UKUnit Helper – Brownies/Guides - Do you have 1.5 hours per week to give to support the development of young girls and women in the community? Girlguiding the country’s leading charity for girls and young women is looking for local volunteers to help at their Brownie (7-10) or Guide (10-15) on a Monday in St Johns, Woking. No experience needed just an enthusiasm and desire to get involved in supporting and taking part in fun activities with the girls in the units.

BRIGITTE TRUST (THE)Cancer Home Support Officer - When someone is diagnosed with a life-threatening illness such as cancer or MND a Brigitte Trust volunteer provides emotional and practical help to client and carer. We provide full training and on going support, and ask for a commitment of four hours each week plus monthly supervision. See main entry for more details.

WHITE LODGE CENTRESupport worker for Rendzvous, Events volunteer, Stock Preparation volunteer, Adult Therapy MS Excersie Group assistant, Gym Club assistant, Children’s Therapy Team assistant and Experienced Decorator - See main section for details.

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PHOENIX CULTURAL CENTREOrganising indoor and outdoor music & arts events - organises performance events, workshops and mentoring aimed at developing local, original music and arts in Woking. We need volunteers to support all aspects of these activities. Volunteers can gain insight and experience in many aspects related to staging small performances and larger music events, including fundraising, event conception and promotion, technical matters such as sound and lighting, health and safety aspects, front-of-house activities, event catering, etc.

SWINGBRIDGE COMMUNITY BOAT PROJECTCrew Members, Environmental Volunteers, Volunteer Skipper for Swingbridge 1 andVolunteer Skipper - Swingbridge 2 - See main section for details.

WEIGHTLIFTERS SUPPORTERS FUNDAssistance in preparing posters/info to use at Surrey Youth Games June 20The games will be a the Surrey Sport Park ( the Surrey University in Guildford) Small posters are required to help people find the location of the Weightlifting Club which operates these as Satellites of the Woking Weightlifters Club in the Woking Leisure Centre. Might suit an U18 studying art as a project. Someone with time to assist with producing small (A5) posters

WOKING LIONS CLUBClub Secretary - Club Members main duty is to help those less fortunate than ourselves.Whilst part of the World’s largest charitable Organisation, our main work is in and for those in our local Community. See main entry for more details.

WOKING BOROUGH COUNCIL -_ BROCKHILL DAYCENTREVarious Opportunities - Various roles needed from Reception duties. Coffee bar, serving lunches.

SURREY INDEPENDENT LIVING COUNCILTrustee - Surrey Independent Living Council is looking for new Trustees to join our Board. Trustees are responsible and involved in the management and development of this busy and thriving organisation. See main entry for more details.

WHITELODGE CENTRETrustees - The WLC Trustee Board meet every six weeks and are responsible for the governance of the charity and its strategic direction and work closely with the Director to ensure sustainability for the future. We are looking for new Trustees to join the Board of Trustees. We are particularly looking for people with the experience in Health and Social Care or the NHS

SAMARITANS – NORTH WEST SURREYBranch TreasurerTo manage the branch’s finances.To oversee and present budgets, accounts and financial statements. To work in close cooperation with, and provide support and advice to, the branch committee. See main entry for more detail.

AGE CONCERN WOKINGTrustee and Honorary Treasurer.Ensure that proper financial records are maintained. Overseeing and presenting budgets, accounts and financial statements. The preparation and presentation of financial reports to the board. See main entry for more detail.

SEND FAMILY LINKSend Family Link is a registered charity providing support services for families visiting women in custody at HMP Send, with a particular focus on children with a mother in prison. We provide supervised play activities for children during prison visits, advice and information for families, and refreshments. We also run special Family Days for mothers in prison to spend quality time with their children.

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Send Family Link - Playworker & Tea Bar helper - URGENT: Facilitate play and craft activities for children of all ages in the Visits Hall at HMP Send, a women's prison. We are also looking for help in the visitors centre on a Saturday and Sunday 12.00 - 3.00pm. This is to book in visitors.

GOLDSWORTH PARK COMMUNITY CENTREThe Goldsworth Park Community Association (GPCA) represents the interests and promotes the benefit of the residents of Goldsworth Park, all of whom are automatically members of the Association. Advertising Sales person - The Goldsworth Park Community (GPCA) publishes a magazine- Goldsworth News - which is delivered free to nearly 5000 homes and business. The printing is paid by advertising. The GPCA needs someone to contact local business, many of whom regularly advertise already, and to identify new businesses to contact and "sell" Advertising space. Details of all existing advertisers and a new leads will be provided.

WOKING LIONS CLUB New members - Prepared to help with both fund raising events and distribution when required. Club Members main duty is to help those less fortunate than ourselves in our local Community. We aim to help individuals and larger bodies eg Community Hospital; Shop mobility; Youth through giving Hi Viz jackets to over 740 young school children; hampers at Christmas to the needy; Christmas Day Meal with entertainment for lonely people;Project Wenceslas raising funds to help those in fuel poverty with and through the CAB; Hospice; LinkAble; Air Ambulance and many others. We meet on the first and third Tuesday evenings each month.

PHILIP SOUTHCOTE SCHOOLPhilip Southcote is a secondary special school based in Addlestone, that provides an education for pupils with moderate learning difficulties.Chair of Govenors - School governors provide strategic leadership and accountability in schools. See main entry for more detail. CONNECTConnect is a charity that works with people who have aphasia. Aphasia is a communication disability which usually occurs after stroke or brain injury.Befriending Scheme Supporter - To accompany a befriender on their first visit to someone with aphasia.To attend the befriender support meetings (every 6-8 weeks).To provide communication support to people with aphasia, where required, to enable them to participate fully.To help evaluate the scheme.

RELATE WEST SURREYRelate West Surrey offers relationship counselling support to individuals, couples, families and young persons (age 11-25). Treasurer - Relate West Surrey is seeking a Treasurer/Trustee who has a finance background to sit on its Board as Treasurer. The time involvement is approximately 4-6 hours per month with Board meetings being bimonthly for approximately 2 hours.

Woking Youth CentreWoking Youth Centre is in a predominantly Muslim population. The Youth Centre aims, to provide young people between the ages of 11 to 19 years old with a safe environment in which they can have fun, challenge themselves and sometimes even change their life.Assistant Youth Worker - Do you have the ability to inspire and engage young people? We are looking for enthusiastic team members to support and deliver youth work. As Youth Workers we strive to equip young people with the skills, knowledge and experience to recognise and achieve their full potential. See main entry for more detail.

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Royal British Legion – Poppy Appeal

Poppy Appeal Volunteers needed to help the Poppy Appeal Organiser for Woking and the surrounding area to ensure vital funds for our Service men and women continue to be raised. Can you or a team of friends help keep the Appeal going for 2015 ?

The role is fun, worthwhile and above all rewarding…as the money you help raise is used for helping people like Peter who was there for his country. When we heard Peter had been the victim of a mine blast in Helmand Province – leaving him with severe burns, both legs amputated and unable to come to terms with the loss of his comrade, we were there for him. The RBL were proud to help him in any way we could so that this young man could get on with living his life as independently as possible. Veterans like Peter will continue to need the Legion’s help and support for many years to come. By taking on the role of Poppy volunteer you will help to ensure that we are here for them all.

What are they looking for?

Poppy volunteers don't need a military connection, they just need to be organised, and enjoy interacting with others. The role involves distributing poppy boxes, liaising with local businesses, coordinating and recruiting collectors, recording funds etc. It is a big commitment, but we can tailor the size of your area of responsibility to suit your time and abilities.

Practical Considerations

You will be focusing most of your efforts on the appeal between October and November. Training is provided and expenses are reimbursable.

About British Legion WAVS

The Royal British Legion was formed on 15 May 1921 bringing together four National Organisations of ex-Service men that had established themselves after the Great War of 1914-1918. The main purpose of the Legion was straightforward: to care for those who had suffered as a result of service in the Armed Forces in the Great War, whether through their own service or through that of a husband, father or son. The suffering took many forms: the effect of a war wound on a man's ability to earn a living and support his family; or a war widow's struggle to give her children an education.

But even those who had come through the war relatively unscathed struggled with employment. As a result of the war, Britain's economy plummeted and in 1921 there were 2 million unemployed. Over six million men had served in the war - 725,000 never returned. Of those who came back, 1.75 million had suffered some kind of disability and half of these were permanently disabled. To this figure then had to be added those who depended on those who had gone to war - the wives and children, widows and orphans as well as the parents who had lost sons in the war, on whom they were often financially dependent.

The situation so moved Lance Bombadier Tom Lister, a Lancastrian, that he decided that if the Government was either unable or unwilling to do anything to improve the lives of ex-Service men, he would do something about it himself. This eventually led to the formation of The Royal British Legion.

When the Legion's leaders looked around them in 1921, not only did they see a gigantic task in front of them looking after those who had suffered in the recent war, they also sought to prevent further sacrifice by reminding the nation of the human cost of war and to work actively for peace.

By the time of the Legion's formation in 1921, the tradition of an annual Two Minute Silence in memory of the dead had been established. The first ever Poppy Appeal was held that year with the first Poppy Day on 11 November 1921.

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We were granted "Royal" status in 1971, and extended our membership to serving members of Her Majesty's Forces, as well as ex-Service personnel, in 1981. Now, anyone can become a member of The Royal British Legion. We welcome men and women of all ages, whether they have served in the Armed Forces or not.

Woking Association of Voluntary ServiceCORPORATE SOCIAL RESPONSIBILITY

DO YOU WORK FOR A COMPANY LOOKING FOR A WAY TO ENGAGE WITH THE LOCAL COMMUNITY?

A number of local businesses are already engaging with their local community to address their CSR needs. You could join them.

There are a number of ways in which you can participate and a range of benefits to your business and your employees. Many voluntary and community organisations have great ideas which will help to support their members, but lack the resource to carry them out. This is where you could step in….

One day team building events decorating facilities, creating a sensory garden, building a footpath, fundraising activities, building activity centres, anything that will benefit the community. Or why not sign up to provide more bespoke support such as IT, Accountancy, writing a business plan, becoming a Trustee, project management.

The ways in which to engage with your local community are limited only by your imagination. Why not come in and speak to us about how we can help you?

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BMW PGA Championship VolunteerTeenage Cancer Trust is the only UK charity dedicated to improving the quality of life and chances of survival for the seven young people aged between 13 and 24 diagnosed with cancer every day.

We are excited to be the Official Charity Partner of the BMW PGA Championship at the famous Wentworth Club in Surrey, where many of the world’s leading golfers tackle the famous West Course to battle for The European Tour’s flagship title.

We need volunteers to help us throughout the week at the event. By giving just half a day you get free entry to the tournament with some food and beverage vouchers to enjoy the rest of the day. You can volunteer for as many half days as you like, the more the better! The charity partnership is expected to raise over £70,000 to support young people with cancer, but we can only do that with your help and support.

Dates: Tuesday 19th May – Sunday 24th May 2015Time Commitment: At least one ½ day of volunteering during the week (various shifts available)Location: Wentworth Golf Club, Wentworth Drive, Virginia Water, Surrey GU25 4LSResponsible to: Teenage Cancer Trust staff on site

What will I do?This will depend on the day and the shift, but activities include: Giving out programmes and collecting donations Manning the Teenage Cancer Trust stand with the support of staff Stewarding the Hit the Green competition for amateur golfers Stewarding the Mega Putt Challenge

What will I gain? Free entry to the tournament for the part of the day you are not volunteering Food and beverage vouchers The chance to be involved in an amazing event at an iconic venue The knowledge that you are supporting young people with cancer

What skills do I need? Reliability Punctuality Enthusiasm The ability to travel to and from the venue Ideally golfing knowledge

How do I find out more?

To find out more, email volunteer@wavs.org.uk or call 01483 751456 Volunteers will be provided with a charity t-shirt but will need to wear formal trousers or a skirt to the event.

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A – Z Volunteering Opportunities

1st BYFLEET SCOUT GROUPScout Leader or Non uniformed Helper: We are a Scout group who have grown to some 90 boys and girls, a few with special needs, whose ages range from 6 to 15 years. We offer a full range of activities suitable for the relevant ages programmed to challenge each child. We are looking for volunteers to join our successful and friendly team, who offer a range of outdoor and indoor activities encouraging children to stimulate and challenge themselves both physically and mentally.

1 st HORSELL SCOUTS Youth Leader or Unit Helper: Scouting is an Adventure, and how people volunteer is up to them. Occasional helpers (like the Duchess of Cambridge), section leaders, executive members, all do different things.  The happy Horsell Scout community always needs new blood, some sections are light on manpower and we do need help. Meetings are throughout weekday evenings, and there are many flexible opportunities to help.

2nd OLD BYFLEET BROWNIESGuider/Unit Helper (WOK518): Assistant Guider and Unit Helper needed to assist the guider in charge with the Brownies 7-10yrs. Your role would be to enable the Brownies to participate in the activities on offer during the meeting and learn about the ethos of guiding and why it is special. Brownies Mondays 5.30-7.30pm

4x4 RESPONSE SURREYSurrey 4x4 Response is an organisation formed of 4x4 owners who volunteer their time and use of their own personal vehicles to assist Britain's front line emergency services in adverse weather conditions. National 4x4 Response Network and primarily support Surrey, South West London and South London, however, as with all of the county 4x4 response teams, we tend to go where we are needed and assist our neighbouring counties.4x4 Support Members: Support Members assist Responders whilst on callouts and are covered by the liability insurance, the only difference between a Support Member and a Responder is they do not have to pass an assessment as they would not undertake any driving duties. Support Members can choose to be more actively involved in call outs, for example by crewing Operational Members' vehicles. They can also assist in manning phones etc.4x4 Responders: The key aim of the organisation is to bring together like-minded people who want to use their vehicles, their time and their expertise to support the community in times of need. In order to present a semi-professional service and because of health & safety requirements all 4x4 Responders who use their vehicles for the group must pass a basic assessment involving familiarization of their 4WD vehicle, basic 4WD knowledge (what you don't know we can fill the gaps on) their driving skills (off-road/snow/ice), their ability to navigate (you can’t help if you can’t get there) and their equipment within the vehicle (we have some basic/cheap suggestions which can make all the difference)

8th WOKING SCOUT GROUPScout Leader and an Assistant Scout Leader: Scout troops cover a wide variety of activities taking into account the boys/girls needs and interests including badge work, camping and outdoor activities etc. They are also looking for help with the Beavers and Cubs all of which take place on a Tuesday evening and the ages range from 6 to 14 years.

ACTIONAIDCollections Coordinator – aimed at fighting poverty and injustice worldwide - ActionAid is looking for dynamic volunteers to coordinate local business collections in their surrounding villages.

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ACTIVENTURE

Activenture runs residential programmes for young people aged 8 – 18 years who are disabled or have special needs. Typical activities include: archery, canoeing, zip wire, abseiling, obstacle courses, swimming, craft sessions, days out, live bands, karaoke and disco. See Residential Section for more information.

ADULT & COMMUNITY LEARNINGProvides a positive, enjoyable learning experience for all learners and helps them obtain the knowledge and experience they need to get the most out of everyday life. The Supported Learning Team welcomes learners with additional needs and disabilities, and those people whose first language is not English.Supported Learning Volunteer - supported Learning Volunteers are needed to assist the tutor in the teaching of an adult learning course providing an effective programme of further education for adults who need additional support. Classes are generally arts & crafts, cookery, IT, leisure etc. and are usually run Monday to Friday although some courses are held at weekends. Volunteers may work with individuals or groups of people. Volunteers directly help the learner to understand the content of the lesson in a supportive way, which allows the learner to gain maximum learning possible from each lesson.Volunteers will work under the guidance of the tutors. There is no specific training as a requirement of this role. Training is offered throughout the year on an individual basis.

AGE CONCERN WOKINGThe work of Age Concern Woking could not happen without the group of dedicated volunteers of all ages who provide care and opportunities for older people who are involved in every aspect of Age Concern's work.Trustee and Honorary Treasurer.Ensure that proper financial records are maintained. Overseeing and presenting budgets, accounts and financial statements. The preparation and presentation of financial reports to the board. Being assured that the financial resources meet the Charity’s present and future needs. Ensuring that there are appropriate reserves and investment policies in place.Advising on the financial implications of potential strategic plans.Ensuring equipment and assets are adequately maintained and insured.Ensuring the accounts are prepared and disclosed in the form required by relevant statutory bodies. Arranging the independent examination of the annual accounts and liaising with the independent examiner as to any implementation of recommendations. Formal presentation of the accounts at the AGM. Annual disclosures to the Charity Commission and Companies House. Keeping the board informed about its financial duties and responsibilities.Contributing to the fundraising strategy and associated applications.Sitting on appraisal, recruitment and disciplinary panels as required.Befrienders who can spare an hour or so each week, are kind and patient and have empathy with older people. All necessary training will be given. You will need good communication skills, an understanding of confidentiality, a sense of humour, an understanding of the needs of older people, sensitivity and reliability.Volunteer Friend - Become a friend to an older, vulnerable person. Commit to approx 1 hour each week. Make a cup of tea, have a chat, give support. Keep in touch with Age Concern to report if anything seems wrong. Locations within the Borough of Woking.

AGE UK SURREYMinibus Driver - To be an occasional minibus driver for groups of older people in the Woking area allowing them to go on short one day outings and walks - possibly only 3 - 4 times a year. ALZHEIMER'S SOCIETY SurreyProvide General information on Alzheimers Disease and other dementia and on the services, benefits, practical aids and other resources available for carers and people with dementia from health and social services and other voluntary organisations. Provide opportunities for social contact and mutual support through our day care service, carers group and outreach work. Actively work in the community to increase public awareness.

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The Society provides dementia care, a day centre, outreach and advocacy, carer support, helpline, drop-in centre and advice and information.Administration Support – Haslemere: Providing support with general office duties and helping with volunteer/fundraising administration. We hope that you would be able to offer a couple of hours each week and provide some continuity over a number of monthsFundraisers, Surrey: This community fundraising opportunity available in all parts of Surrey involves developing and maintaining an agreed number of collection boxes in your local area, and ensuring regular emptying of boxes, banking of money and keeping records of monies received.Fundraising Group Surrey: In order to expand the work of the Society, so that even more people with dementia and their carers can be helped and supported, we need to raise funds. By joining the group and assisting with its fundraising activities, you will be making a valuable contribution towards achieving this aim. This role will involve assisting the Community Fundraiser with fundraising activities: contributing ideas, assisting at events, devising new ways to generate income, administration and organising specific events (if you are willing to do so).Fundraising: In Memorium Giving - Surrey: This new community fundraising opportunity available in all parts of Surrey involves raising awareness of the work of the Society and the In Memoriam giving opportunity with bereaved families and friends and local funeral directors. You will be visiting local funeral directors to introduce the work of the Society and to gain agreement to distribute and display in memoriam leaflets and envelopes.Fundraising: Memory Walks – Surrey (Working from Home.): Memory Walk is the Society's flagship fundraising event with walks taking place throughout September. All money raised is used to support services for people with dementia and their families and also raises awareness of dementia and the Society's work in the community. This role is essential to support the Community Fundraiser in planning, organising, delivering and evaluating flagship Memory Walks. The role is flexible and the specific commitment will be agreed between you and the Community Fundraiser. As this is a time limited (annual) Opportunity ,it will require an increased time commitment in the run up to the event. Planning starts in April, with an increased level of activity in September.Support Service Bletchingley - This role will involve supporting staff in the Day Centre by chatting and engaging with people with dementia, helping with activities and refreshments and ensuring that clients feel comfortable.We hope that you will be able to offer a few hours each week and provide some continuity over a number of months.Support Service Supper Club: Haslemere - This role will involve assisting staff and helping with refreshments, receiving and chatting to visitors at our Supper Club for people living with dementia and their families. The supper club takes place on the first Wednesday of each month between 6 and 8 pm.Volunteer Co-ordinator Haslemere This role will involve assisting with the recruitment, selection and placement of volunteers and ensuring they receive adequate induction and support. This role helps to ensure that we have the people we need to raise money, improve awareness, help behind the scenes and provide services to anyone living with dementia and those who care for them. This role will require approximately 1-2 hours per week but would be flexible.

ARCH (Art Research Creativity Health)ARCH is a registered charity that is dedicated to helping performers protect their occupational health and involving them in the entertainment of people with ill-health or physical disabilities.Events Organisers: to help in all aspects of organising concerts in local hospitals and hospices. Time flexible, ½ - 1 day per week, expenses paid and training given.

BABCOCK 4SSchool Governor: (WOK781): Today's schools are increasingly independent, placing heavier responsibility on the governing body for budgeting, standard-setting and strategic decision making. The Governor's role is to be a "critical friend" to the Head Teacher, helping with overall management. Meetings are usually held in the evenings and only during term time.

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BASINGSTOKE CANAL AUTHORITYThe Basingstoke Canal can be found in Southern England between the village of Greywell in Hampshire and Woodham in Surrey. It was built between 1788 and 1794 and is 32 miles long with 29 locks. After many years of restoration it's now fully navigable, and connects to the River Wey Navigation, which in turn joins the River Thames. Approximately half of the canal is owned by Hampshire County Council and the other half by Surrey County Council. The "Basingstoke Canal Authority" (part of Hampshire County Council's "Countryside Service") undertakes the management of the whole canal.Canal Maintenance Activities Volunteer: The Basingstoke Canal Authority is looking for members of the community to volunteer some of their spare time to assist the Canal Rangers with general light maintenance tasks. Ranger led volunteer days will run every Tuesday between 10am and 4pm. They will take place across all areas of the Basingstoke Canal on rotation in both the Surrey and Hampshire sections and will include tasks such as vegetation management, painting, clearing litter and controlling invasive plant species. This is your opportunity to get involved in your local community and make a real difference to the local environment, meet new people, be active, learn new skills and enjoy a day in beautiful surroundings.

BRIDGE PROJECT (THE)Administrator - This is a voluntary position that would suit someone wanting to share their office administration skills and experience. This role will interest someone that likes to be in a creative environment, but also wishes to utilise their business experience. An organised and motivated individual who is good in a team but also using their own initiative. Knowledge or interest in recovery from alcoholism is desirable. Travel expenses paid

BRIGITTE TRUST (THE)To offer a free service of emotional support and practical help in the homes of families facing a life threatening illness. Volunteer to make weekly visits to build up a relationship with the family. Cancer Home Support Officer - When someone is diagnosed with a life-threatening illness such as cancer or MND a Brigitte Trust volunteer provides emotional and practical help to client and carer. We provide full training and on going support, and ask for a commitment of four hours each week plus monthly supervision. Free training courses run several times a year - the twelve sessions are run over a period of one month. After training volunteers are supported as they visit families, offering respite for carers and the opportunity to share some of many feelings a serious diagnosis brings. Transport and shopping as well as other practical help is also offered. Volunteers also offer bereavement support and are fully supported in the peer group supervision led by a professional trainer. Training course coming to Woking soon.

BRITISH HEART FOUNDATIONOur vision is of a world in which people do not die prematurely of heart disease. BHF’s aim is to achieve this through pioneering research, vital prevention activity and ensuring quality care and support for everyone living with heart disease.Public Speaker - You will be part of a network of enthusiastic Volunteer Speakers promoting our fundraising initiatives and telling others about the work of the charity inspiring them to get involved.Heart Helper - Heart helpers support the charity and could include: Being a local contact, for instance picking up donations or helping to promote the charity, collecting donations at a supermarket or on the street, volunteering at local fundraising events, helping with paperwork/research, getting involved in fundraising for National Heart Month in February.

BRITISH HEART FOUNDATION SHOP - WOKINGThere are numerous opportunities to work at our Woking Clothing Store including sales floor assistants, stock processors, admin assistants, book sorter, entertainment sorter, volunteer driver etc. Please enquire with WAVS for further information.

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BRITISH LUNG FOUNDATION (BREATHE EASY WOKING) Breathe Easy Woking is a friendly, locally run support group for people with lung conditions who meet once a month for informative talks about living with their lung conditions or other local interests. They also meet up socially outside of the group for meals and outings throughout the year.Group Support Volunteer: to help in the running of the group. This post would suit a candidate who is approachable, organised, resourceful, willing to get 'stuck in' and who can show empathy for people with a lung condition.

BRITISH LEIGON – SEE INSIDE FRONT COVER FOR MORE DETALS

BRITISH RED CROSSA volunteer-led, humanitarian organisation, that helps people in crisis, whoever and wherever they are.Mobility Aids Volunteer - The British Red Cross provides valuable short-term support to vulnerable people in the UK, whether they're recovering from an operation, need a wheelchair or just need help coping around the house. Our volunteer-led Mobility Aids Service provides donaion-based wheelchair hire and short-term loans of equipment in almost 1,000 outlets in the UK, helping tens of thousands of people every year.A medical loan volunteer is on hand to deal with each request and make it possible for people to return to their own hoomes after illness or surgery by loaning them e.g. wheelchairs, bath seats, back rests or walking frames. The service promotes independence and can also help people go on holiday whith friends or family.

BROCKHILL DAYCENTRE - See Woking Borough Council

BROOKLANDS MUSEUMStewards at Brooklands - to staff all the exhibition areas within the Museum, interacting with visitors, adding value to the visitor experience by offering information about the Museum. This also includes the Brooklands ‘Concorde Experience’. Specifically the Steward’s role on Concorde will be hosting visitors through the aircraft with its exhibition areas & audio visual facilities, its restored passenger cabin and flight deck etc.Guide – weekends - helping in “hands on exhibition” talking to/assisting visitors. Guide – schools - helping in interactive science exhibition during visits by school parties, talking to schoolchildren. Also to look for volunteers willing to perform simple talks and demonstrations to groups of children.Activity Room Assistant - required helping children between the ages of 5 to 7 years to build/construct models etc while they are waiting for their guide to take them for a ride on the Penny Farthing. Volunteers should be good communicators with both children and their adult helpers. Training will be given and applicants will be DBS checked.

BYFLEET COMMUNITY ACTION (BYFLEET CARE)Neighbourhood care scheme in Byfleet and West Byfleet designed to help the elderly and disabled with shopping, visiting, emergency transport and odd jobs. Drivers to provide transport for elderly neighbours to the shops, doctors etc. Byfleet Care needs a volunteer to cover the mobile phone for 2 hours per fortnight. Phone Cover Volunteer covering the mobile phone for 2 hours per fortnight. Taking calls from elder neighbours needing taking to the shops, doctors etc. and allocating volunteer drivers to the elderly person.

BYFLEET UNITED CHARITYRelief of poverty in Byfleet and West Byfleet and Sheltered Housing Complex (Almshouse)Trustee - Trustees are required to attend six meetings a year (during the day). The charity is a grant making charity for people who live in the area of benefit (Byfleet and West Byfleet). The charity also has a 24 unit, Almshouse (sheltered housing complex) in West Byfleet. Trustees consider the applications and agree to grants and/or other benefits. Trustees also oversee the management of the charity's land and investment assets.

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BYFLEET VILLAGE FOOTBALL CLUB BVFC is a youth football club, with a Clubhouse in Kings Head Lane, Byfleet. Clubhouse Volunteer - We play our matches on a Sunday morning and need a volunteer to help open & close the Clubhouse and supply refreshments to our players and supporters. Ideally opening would be at 9 a.m. ready for matches kicking off at 10 a.m. and closing would be around 1 p.m. – 2 p.m. depending on the matches that are taking place which would change from week to week.

CHILDREN COUNTY HOLIDAY FUND - All about Kids – see Residential section

(THE) CLUB AT OLD WOKINGYouth Club Leaders - A small community run youth group catering for young people age11 – 17 meeting on Wednesday Evening 6.30 - 9.15. We are looking for reliable, enthusiastic volunteers who young at heart, or body who will be willing to give up their time to supervise young people, work in the tuck shop and help with administrative tasks on the night. No experience is necessary as it is a ‘learn on the job’ opportunity. This is a fulfilling and worthwhile position and you will probably get out a lot more than you imagine working with enthusiastic and sometimes challenging young people. We take the young people on trips and would also welcome help during these events.Volunteer Youth Worker - The Club at Old Woking Community Centre needs an energetic and enthusiastic person to help organise active games on Wednesday evenings with some boisterous young people 9 - 17 years either in a large hall or outside if the weather is fine. In wetter weather we have a pool table and table-tennis as well as a tuck shop for the young people, and welcome anyone who can motivate the more energetic young people with fresh ideas.Craft Activity Organiser - We need an enthusiastic artistic person to help organise craft activities on Wednesday evenings with our young people 9 - 17 years, some of whom have special needs. We have a large range of materials and space as well as a kitchen for any cooking projects. We would welcome anyone who can inspire our young people with fresh ideas.Youth Club Committee Member - The Club at Old Woking Community Centre needs a literate and numerate person to join the management committee of the club. Do you have a little time to help with admin tasks such as applying for grants, volunteer recruitment and coordinating the club volunteer's rota?

COMMUNITY FURNITURE PROJECT – WOKINGWe recycle donated furniture, white goods and household effects to everyone in need them.Driver/warehouseperson needed to load and drive van approx. 40 miles per day. Need clean, full driving licence, must be able to lift furniture. Monday - Friday.Shop Volunteers wanted Monday - Saturday between 9.30-5.30pm to help with referrals and assist the general public with choosing furniture and other household items from our shop/warehouse. Warehouseperson needed to work in the warehouse lifting and moving household items that are donated by the community. Monday – Saturday. 9.30am – 5.30pm. Awareness/Promotion Advisor needed to raise awareness of the furniture project by delivering presentations to housing associations and other similar projects. Furniture Restoration (wood/upholstery) The charity was set up 20 years ago. Its aims are to re-use furniture and other household items to people in the local community. We have a vast array of interesting and collectible items.Someone with skills in woodwork or upholstery would be ideal. We have a fully equipped workshop to help renovate donated furniture. Tasks may include: repairing chairs and tables and restoring antiquities. Experience is welcomed, but there is full training available if you have an interest and are willing to learn.Administration Support Volunteer needed to carry out general office duties including data input, invoicing and filing for a few hours per week - Mon, Tues, Wed or Thurs between9.30 am - 5 pm. Quality management procedures experience would be helpful.

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COMMUNITY SUPPORT VOLUNTEERS - Retired and Senior Volunteer Programme RSVP encourages people aged 50 and over who have time and energy to spare to become involved as volunteers in their local community. RSVP is developing rapidly and involves people from all backgrounds often working together in groups for support and friendship. RSVP operates nationwide, is managed by volunteers as regional co-ordinators and organisers and has 15,000 volunteers involved in educational, environmental, community care and health projects.Volunteer Organiser: RSVP encourages people aged 50 and over who have time and energy to spare to become involved as volunteers in their local community. We operate nationwide and have 15,000 volunteers involved in educational, environmental, community care and health projects.Most of our projects and activities are developed and run by Volunteer Organisers - people who are volunteers themselves and take on responsibility for leading projects.Volunteer Organisers develop projects according to their skills & interests and the needs in their local community - and they find other local people in their area to join them as volunteers.You might want to find people to help children with reading in local schools; arrange outings for housebound older people; drive people to medical appointments; clear up a local canal or open space; set up knitting groups in residential homes - the list is endless!As an Organiser and member of RSVP you will receive training and ongoing support from RSVP, help with fundraising and publicity to get your project going, and access to a friendly network of like-minded people across the UK with whom you can share your experiences and ideas as a Volunteer Organiser.

CONNECTConnect is a charity that works with people who have aphasia. Aphasia is a communication disability which usually occurs after stroke or brain injury. Each person with aphasia experiences it differently. Some people cannot speak at all; some people have just a few words. Others can no longer read, write or use numbers. Working in partnership with people with aphasia, Connect runs activities such as conversation groups, informal drop-in sessions and befriending schemes. Befriending Scheme Supporter - To accompany a befriender on their first visit to someone with aphasia.To attend the befriender support meetings (every 6-8 weeks).To provide communication support to people with aphasia, where required, to enable them to participate fully.To help evaluate the scheme.

CONTACT Contact the Elderly is the only national charity solely dedicated to tackling loneliness and social isolation among older people. We organise monthly Sunday afternoon tea parties for small groups of older people (aged 75+) who live alone, and volunteers within their local community, offering a regular and vital friendship link every month.Group Coordinator - Coordinators ensure everything runs smoothly each month. Coordinators are also often volunteer drivers too.Coordinators organise the monthly group outings by liaising with the hosts and drivers so that everyone is clear about the time, date and place. After the drivers have been called by the coordinator, they in turn contact the older guest/s. Support and advice for the coordinators is readily available from Head Office or the regional Development Officer, if required. We ask all group coordinators for two references and we also take out a DBS check before you start as a volunteer. The coordinators role is very important, but it only takes a little extra regular commitment each month in addition to the outing. There are up to 15 older guests and volunteers relying on you! It is the coordinators job to be organised and keep everyone informed.Hosts - Contact the Elderly need local hostesses to give up one afternoon a year to prepare tea for up to 12 elderly people and 5 drivers. The parties give elderly and isolated people the chance to socialise over a cup of tea. You must have a downstairs toilet and reasonable access for parking.Host a Tea Party - Host provide a warm welcome and a simple afternoon tea lasting between two to three hours for six to nine older guests and their drivers (three to five drivers). Often host involve family and friends and two or three generations join in.

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Requirements: The only essentials are a big tea pot, a downstairs toilet and easy access to your house (e.g. not to many steps to your front door) Your commitment: We ask hosts to commit to one or two tea parties a year - more if they want. The volunteer coordinator will call to check dates and other arrangements and nearer the time will confirm how many guest to expect.

CORE ASSETS CHILDREN’S SERVICES Core Assets is a leading provider of support services that enable children/young people,families and vulnerable adults to have a brighter future and happier family life. We provide a wide range of services including support with disabilities, education, therapeutic work and family support support.Independent Supporter - Wanting to make a real difference for families and young people? Then these new opportunities could be for you. Running from now until April 2016, Core Assets Children Services has been commissioned by the Council for Children Disabled and working in partnership with Local Authorities, Patent Partnership and Parent forums to provide an independent support service. We are looking for volunteers independent supporters to work in our teams, providing independent information and support to help families and young people with SEN and disabilities successfully progress through the new SEND process. Providing a flexible and responsive service via the combination of 1:1 telephone and e-mail support. in the home and at community based venues.These roles will give you a real opportunity to make a difference in the lives of families you work with, use your SEN experience and knowledge to directly benefit children and young people, and make good use of your ability to build positive relationships with the families and the other support agencies. If you're ready for a change, and a chance to grow your skills, this could be just for you!

CORNERHOUSETo facilitate, support and encourage the provision of appropriate and innovative non-statutory services related to emotional well-being. These services shall be diverse and designed to reach a varied client base.Mental Health Volunteers - Are you looking for a rewarding role and keen to work in the community to help others?CornerHouse is a local venue for the provision of mental health services by a wide range of voluntary sector organisations. We are always looking for passionate people who are keen to help others and build their confidence.Currently, we have a range of volunteer opportunities across Woking, Runnymede and Spelthorne:

- Activity co-ordinator- Cook- Group Co-Facilitators (depression, eating disorders, Bipolar and wellbeing)- Walk leaders and assistants- Fundraisers

Depression Support Group Facilitator - Please note we have a minimum age requirement of 18 years. Facilitators at the Depression Support groups usually attend every week. The wellbeing group is term-time only whilst the other groups continue to run during the school holidays. For the evening groups we operate a rota, which usually means a time commitment of around twice a month, all year round. We aim to have two facilitators at every meeting to help the group run smoothly. Key Activities

Guiding the group discussion so that people feel safe by timekeeping, for example we have 30 minutes left and invite another to speak, or summarising and then moving the conversation onto another topic, or ask a lightening question eg ask everyone to share one thing that helps them relax or one tip for coping with life or one helpful thing someone has said to them etc.

Noting anyone who looks uncomfortable and either check OK at the end or, if it is possible in your group suggest that they are called during the week.

To uphold the Group values (see below) Not getting drawn into a one to one situation with any person Showing that the person has been heard, using body language, active listening skills,

paraphrasing etc.

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Acknowledging the feelings being expressed and reassure; for example it is ok to cry. Point out any positive aspects/feelings/achievements that the person may not be

giving themselves credit for. Opening up the discussion to others Signposting and encouragement towards other resources.

Volunteers will be required to keep brief notes of the session ie Christian names of those present, any follow up for the Depression Support Worker. It is important that these notes should be as impersonal as possible, and should not use names. If there is any concern about a group member, please circle the dsw follow up section of the form and the depression support worker will make contact with the facilitator/s as soon as possible after the meeting.Walk Leader You will lead a small group of walkers on a walk of about an hour around Woking. Currently walks leave from the Lightbox on a Wednesday morning but will hopefully expand to other times and starting points.

CROSSROADS CARE SURREYWe offer support to carers who are looking after someone in their own home. This includes carers of people with a serious illness, physical disabilities, learning disabilities, and certain mental health problems from any age group.Playworker for Saturday Club - To provide short breaks for families of children with special needs. To assist the staff team in running a programme of interesting leisure activities for such children. This will be appropriate to their needs and abilities. To enable children to participate in the activities provided. To get to know the individual needs of the children attending, and of the Team Leader. To establish a good working relationship with other members of the staff team. To help plan and run the programme of activities.To assist with the personal care needs of the children as per guidelines provided by the Manager. To assist children with special needs as required. To assist in handling children displaying challenging behaviour. Working as part of a team in a caring and patient manner.NB Opportunity from 1st June 2015

CRUSE BEREAVEMENT CARECruse Bereavement covers all aspects of bereavement care for all members of the public, including children.Fundraising Committee Member to serve on the fundraising committee and help raise much needed funds to support their bereavement care programme for members of the public, including children.

CYCLING PROJECTS SURREY WHEELS FOR ALLTo provide support to people with disabilities or differing needs to use adapted cycles/ bikes in traffic free areas.Surrey Wheels for All Cycle Support Volunteer - Main Tasks - This role involves cycling or walking besides cyclists using adapted (trikes, tandems & hand cycles) as they go around the running track at Sheerwater Recreation Ground. Occasionally it may involve longer rides. You will either be helping individual cyclists or providing extra support to group rides such as visiting Special Schools. Support needed by the cyclists varies from simply walking/riding beside them to give company and reassurance, ensuring they go the right way and not too fast, making sure they are safe.

DANCE WOKING (under Light Box) Woking Dance Festival is a Bi-annual International Dance Festival.In between festivals and leading up to it we run workshops with community groups and schools, one off projects and performances and commission new work from professional choreographers.Chairperson - Dance Woking is seeking to recruit a new Chair who should be able to demonstrate a real interest in the Arts and has held a senior position in the world of business, the creative industries or public service.Fundraising is an important dimension to the work of Dance Woking, and the Chair should be comfortable in promoting the visibility of Dance Woking in this area.

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It is expected that the successful candidate will have strong understanding of the important role that the arts/creative industries play in improving the quality of people’s lives, building communities and contributing to the economy.Event Stewards - We have performances and workshops coming up this summer and are looking for people who are enthusiastic, reliable and able to communicate well with a wide range of people.

DIOCESE OF GUILDFORD Advocacy; Carers Support; Counselling; Education/employment training; Family Support; Mental Health; Neighbourhood/communities; Older Peoples Services; Religion/Faith; Transport; Voluntary and Community DevelopmentBefriender – Family and Vulnerable Adults – A befriender’s involvement is best every other week: not over-involved in the person, but there as a help and guide. It is important to help the person to engage with others in their community, to make friends through outside activities, whether through the church or not. All befrienders do the same training which takes place over three separate days.Volunteer Driver – Homelessness Prevention Service - Volunteer drivers will assist housing specialist workers to provide transport for young people to get them to housing appointments and/or emergency accommodation. The role requires some on-call and occasional out of hours working. Own transport is required but expenses are paid.Generic Family Support Volunteer - The volunteer will work with the young person and family regarding parenting issues, help with budgets, etc. It is family focussed and the volunteer will report back to a Social Worker - they are the eyes and ears of the family situation. Some group work and some individual work will be required with a minimum of 2 hours per week, including some out of hours working on occasion.Service Delivery Support Volunteer at Homelessness Prevention Service - To work alongside the Homelessness Prevention Service administrator and panel co-ordinator to assist in client facing activities and help co-ordinate the administration for the 4 supported housing panel meetings that occur every 6 weeks. Required for 4 hours per week, during office hours Monday to Friday

DISABILITY CHALLENGERSChallengers play and youth schemes are where disabled children and young people feel that they belong, are safe, have fun and make friends. At every Challengers play and youth scheme there are lots of enthusiastic staff so that children and young people will always have someone to play and be with. The wide range of activities that we provide means that we can offer disabled young people something to do and somewhere to go from the age of 2 to 25.Administration Fundraising: Children’s charity dedicated to providing play and leisure opportunities for disabled children. A volunteer fundraiser is needed to help with administration and projects in the charity's head office. Confidence on the computer is essential and volunteer must be able to do 1 day/week or 4 hours min. Relevant training will be provided.Youth Play Workers - for Saturdays and holiday schemes run at various venues throughout Surrey. Applicants should be enthusiastic and energetic with an interest in working with disabled children. Need to commit for at least 6 months either 3-4 Saturdays per month and/or during school holidays or at least 3 hours per week for the after school club in Guildford.Marshals are needed to support this event by setting up, handing out race numbers, giving out water and timing chips, pointing people in the right direction and cheer on the runners! Minibuses Drivers - For pick up from local schools to the after school activity clubs. (Without this valuable service the children many disabled children would not be able to attend our service.) The right people would need to have a clean licence, been driving over 2 years and be over the age of 25. Ideally the person will have a D1 on their licence but this is not essential as we will pay for training for a certificate to drive our buses (not D1 certificate - one for smaller buses)

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DUKE OF EDINBURGH AWARD (under Woking)The Woking D of E Award Forum has built up an excellent pool of camping and expedition equipment. Many young people in Woking don’t have their own tents, waterproofs, rucksacks, camping mats etc and need these to be able take part in the Duke of Edinburgh Award expeditionsEquipment Officer -. We have all the equipment stored in warm, dry rooms at the back of a youth centre in the middle of Woking. We need a volunteer to help manage the equipment, and organise giving and receiving back the equipment as it is loaned out to individual young people and school groups for weekend expeditions.The DofE expedition ‘season’ is March-October, and in that period, there are typically 10 times when you will need to either check-out or check-in equipment at the store room. Check-outs are normally on a Thursday evening for upto an hour, and Check-ins are normally on the following Tuesday evening for upto an hour. You could change these days/times to suit you.There are also 4 other 1-2 hour evening meetings during the year, that you will need to attend, including the annual presentation of DofE Awards, held at the HG Wells in Woking, when upto 200 young people receive their Bronze, Silver or Gold Awards from local VIPs.Short Description of the Opportunity: Only 250 wordsPlease provide us with a short description of the opportunity. We will use this statement to encourage volunteers to become involved in this opportunity.

EIKONEikon exists to develop potential in young people, families and our local community in Surrey. We work alongside young people and families living in difficult or unhappy circumstances. These circumstances vary greatly but all our activities are designed to support and challenge individuals and families to develop their potential. Our three main areas of work are:- information and advice services to all ages- family and parent support- standing alongside people in difficulty.

Family Programme Support To help at Connect Families Course, a course aimed at families resident in Woking with young people aged 14-16 and is designed to strengthen family relationships. This is done by helping young people to understand and deal with the stresses both they and their parents face and shows how we can appreciate one another and encourage good behavior. We explore ways of dealing with peer pressure and protecting against substance misuse. This is a relaxed course with an informal session at the end of each week where snacks and drinks are served and parents are invited to join. The course runs on one evening per week. Youth Worker to help provide one-to-one mentoring and group work activities that develop happy, thriving and resilient young adults who will contribute positively to society. Lunch Club Volunteer to help deliver and oversee lunch clubs for vulnerable students, young carers and to help with our Christian Union lunch club. Housekeeper Enthusiastic and friendly volunteer to help keep Eikon’s offices looking spic and span, and provide a comfortable working environment for staff during the day.

EPILEPSY ACTIONAs well as campaigning to improve epilepsy services and raise awareness of the condition, we offer assistance to people in a number of ways including a national network of branches, accredited volunteers, regular regional conferences and freephone and email helplines. Wonga Walk Coordinator Want to step out to help the 600,000 people living with epilepsy in the UK today? We're looking for enthusiastic volunteers to organise a sponsored Wonga Walk in their local area. Wonga Walks can take place at any time throughout the year, and your walk can be as big or a small as you like. You can organise a long distance hike in the countryside, a sponsored dog walk, an urban midnight walk, or even a tots toddle. Any funds you raise will be vital in helping us continue to support people living with epilepsy.

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Your brand new local Community Fundraiser will provide advice, support, and ideas to make your event a success, and as the organiser you will receive a fundraising pack including:

Posters Sponsor forms Certificates One free Epilepsy Action T-shirt for each registered walk Regular newsletters Opportunity to advertise your walk on our website Exclusive access to our Epilepsy ACTION heroes group 'Thank you' certificate to display how much you've raised

This is a great opportunity to support the UK's leading epilepsy charity. So put those walking shoes on and join hundreds of people across the UK stepping towards a better understanding of epilepsy.

Community Group Coordinator Could you start a fundraising group? Starting your own group isn't as scary as it sounds! As the group founder you'll need to bring together a group of fundraisers. These can be your friends, family and colleagues. So it might be much simpler than you think! You will then organise the group to get together - either in person, by phone or over the internet - to discuss ideas and make plans. All members of the group are welcome to get in touch with us, but as the leader you will be the main contact for information.

What support will you get? Well that all depends on what you need! If you feel confident to move ahead with your own ideas, we're here for you to run your ideas and plans past. But if you feel you want more involvement, we can do that too. Everyone's different, and we'll work with you to suit what works best for you. Just to give you an idea, events can be anything that interests to you! This could be a coffee morning, sponsored walk, summer fete, Christmas fayre, a pamper night or even a ball. Whether you'd like to get involved or just find out more, we'd love to hear from you!Community Fundraising Assistants - Epilepsy Action's brand new Community Fundraising team is looking for volunteers in Kent & Surrey.This is a new opportunity to support the UK's leading epilepsy charity. We need your help with everything from events and street collections to involving your company, friends or community group. You can also get involved in our National Tea Break and Doodle Day. Fundraising is fun and rewarding and we will support you all the way.Collection and Events Support Volunteer Can you spare a few hours every now and again to make a massive difference to people with epilepsy? If so, joining our collectors and event support team could be for you! We're looking for people or groups who can give us a few hours of their time to support our events and collections. This could a bucket collection in a supermarket or a football stadium, helping at a coffee morning, or marshalling at a sponsored walk. You can tell us when you would like to volunteer, and when we have something happening in your area we'll get in touch and invite you along. We generally ask you to join us for three hours at a time, but there's no obligation to say yes. This is an easy, stress-free way to get involved with fundraising!

EPWORTH CHOIREpworth Choir is a friendly local choir that sings to raise money for local charities.Refreshment Helper - Epworth Choir is a friendly local choir that sings to raise money for local charities. It rehearses on Wednesdays through the year with a six week break in the summer. We aim to serve tea, coffee and biscuits at the interval when people can chat and socialise. We are looking for volunteers to work alternate weeks in pairs in the excellently equipped kitchen facility in the Church hall, where you can also hear the Choir rehearse while preparing and tidying away.

FAMILY LINE SURREYFamilyLine is a small, successful charity that provides a well-established confidential freephone telephone helpline (0808 800 5678) serving the whole of Surrey and beyond. All our helpline volunteers are trained in reflective listening techniques, they are non-judgmental, good listeners and usually have parenting (or grand-parenting) experience.

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FamilyLine also holds a large database of local and national organisations that callers may be signposted to, if appropriate, including information on parenting courses. Helpline Volunteers to answer calls from parents and other family members of all ages who may have a variety of problems, concerns or sometimes just need to talk. Required in Dorking HQ or working from home. You will have parenting experience, be open minded, non-judgemental and a good listener. Full training given. Times extremely flexible. Weekdays and weekends from 10.00am - 10.00pm. There is a particular need for volunteers 2pm - 5pm and 5pm - 8pm on Saturdays. Lead Administrative Volunteer FamilyLine seeks to recruit a volunteer capable of leading, organising and mailing the charity’s posters and leaflets to a wide range of schools, colleges and both voluntary and statutory agencies in Surrey, Sussex and south London Boroughs. The office is situated in Leatherhead so own transport would be required. This is an administrative role well-suited to someone with good organisational and computer skills.

FIRST CLASS LEARNINGFCL offers Maths and English programme to children of key stages 1, 2, 3 & 4. It focuses on the key Maths and English learning outcomes for the National Curriculum for England and Wales. Class Room Assistant - Are you looking for experience working with children? Are you reading English or studying Maths? Perhaps you are thinking of considering a career in teaching. At FCL Centre in Woking we have children aged 5-16 years studying supplementary Maths and English. You will be required to work as part of a team and assist the Centre Manager with course materials, guide children on particular topics and work set. Candidates must be sound in Maths and English and able to show initiative, working without direct supervision.

FOSTERING TEAM – SURREY COUNTY COUNCIL Foster carers for the children who are “looked after” by the county council. (The term 'looked after' refers to children who are under 18 and have been provided with care and accommodation by children's services.) A large number of the children who we deal with will have a history of physical, sexual or emotional abuse. Some may have suffered the death of a parent, or have parents who are too ill to care for them. Others may have disabilities and many different needs. Please note this role requires full time caring.

FRIENDS OF THE ELDERLY SEE UNDER TRIANGLE COMMUNITY SERVICES

FRIENDS OF WOKING PALACEWe are a registered charity working closely with Woking Borough Council in connection with the preservation and protection, upkeep and maintenance of Woking Palace, and the advancement of education of the public in the history of the Palace site. Regular working parties are held throughout the year to ensure a good display of wild daffodils and bluebells in the Spring. Assisting with the Woodland Maintenance: To work in a Hazel Coppice with a small group of volunteers. General woodland maintenance included.

GIRLGUIDING U.K. (Woking)Girlguiding is the leading charity for girls and young women in the UK. Thanks to the dedication and support of 100,000 amazing volunteers, we are active in every part of the UK, giving girls and young women a space where they can be themselves, have fun, build brilliant friendships, gain valuable life skills and make a positive difference to their lives and their communities. We build girls’ confidence and raise their aspirations. We give them the chance to discover their full potential and encourage them to be a powerful force for good.Guide Leader: Guiders are needed to help out with Rainbows, Brownies and Guides in the Woking area (including Chobham and Byfleet). You would work with qualified Guiders to help run sessions on a weekly basis during term time.Unit Helper – Brownies/Guides - Do you have 1.5 hours per week to give to support the development of young girls and women in the community? Girlguiding the country’s leading

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charity for girls and young women is looking for local volunteers to help at their Brownie (7-10) or Guide (10-15) on a Monday in St Johns, Woking. No experience needed just an enthusiasm and desire to get involved in supporting and taking part in fun activities with the girls in the units.

GODALMING TOGETHER COMMUNITY INTEREST COMPANYGodalming Together is the Community Interest Company formed following the completion of the Godalming Healthcheck. Supported by Waverley Borough Council and Godalming Town Council, a Town Co-ordinator has been appointed to deliver the outcomes of the Healthcheck.Visitor Information Centre Helper - An opportunity exists to assist in staffing Godalming's first ever Visitor Information Centre situated within the Godalming museum near to the Pepperpot in Godalming.

The VIC offers information on:· Accommodation· Town events, markets and festivals· Countryside and walking· Travel information, maps, visitor guides· Places to eat and drink· Shopping· Town trails· Community information, (Schools, local facilities etc.) and the New Resident's

Welcome Pack· Attractions

Tasks include assisting visitors in their quest for visitor information, ensuring leaflets and displays are kept up to date and resourcing and updating the visitor information folder. The VIC is open during museum opening times from Tuesday to Saturday:

· 10am to 5pm in summer (April - October) · 10am to 4pm in winter (November - March)

The volunteering opportunity is very flexible and we are hoping to staff the VIC on a regular basis. You can choose to do as many or as few hours as you would like to. If you would like the opportunity to help your community, have an interest in local events and places and would like to help in an interesting environment we would be delighted to hear from you

GOLDSWORTH CAREGoldsworth Care is a voluntary organisation offering neighbourly help to those in need of assistance in the Goldsworth area.Drivers: for a neighbourhood care scheme in the Goldsworth area, helping transporting local neighbours to the dentist, hospital, shopping etc. Telephone Volunteers: covering the telephone one day a month or fortnight. Taking calls from elder neighbours needing taking to the shops, doctors etc. and allocating volunteer drivers to the elderly person. This is ideal for volunteers who would like to remain flexible.

GOLDSWORTH PARK COMMUNITY CENTREThe Goldsworth Park Community Association (GPCA) represents the interests and promotes the benefit of the residents of Goldsworth Park, all of whom are automatically members of the Association. The GPCA operates the Community Hall at Goldwater Lodge, recently re-opened after the arson fire in 2012, which is available for hire for functions or for regular activities. The Association also publishes Goldsworth News, a magazine full of articles of interest to the residents currently published in alternate months. In recent months, the GPCA has been in the forefront of campaigning for new public toilets in the recreation ground, replacing the “Welcome” street maps, supporting the call for an improved crossing by the Fox and Flowerpot pub and many other issues.Advertising Sales person - The Goldsworth Park Community (GPCA) publishes a magazine- Goldsworth News - which is delivered free to nearly 5000 homes and business. The printing is paid by advertising. The GPCA needs someone to contact local business, many of whom regularly advertise already, and to identify new businesses to contact and "sell" Advertising space. Details of all existing advertisers and a new leads will be provided.

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GUIDE ASSOCIATION (Byfleet, West Byfleet And Sheerwater)Brownie's Helpers - Byfleet Primary School: Helper for Brownies require for Monday Evening 5.30 to 7.30pm helping at a brownies eveningGirl Guide Helpers: We are really looking for a Guider to run the Guide unit and one or two helpers to help her. All the equipment is still available at the hall and the new leader could pick the evening she wants to run the unit subject to booking with the school. There would be lots of help from other guiders to ensure the success of the unit but none of us have time to run it fully ourselves as we all run other units already.

GUIDE DOG FOR THE BLIND ASSOCIATION (Woking & District Branch)Collector - collecting for guide dogs 1-2 days per month for an hour or two each time in the Borough of WokingSpeaker - To give talks and presentations about the work of Guide Dogs. You will need to keep up to date with Guide Dogs news and key messages.Fundraiser - Being a passionate local ambassador for Guide Dogs’ workCoordinating your group in raising money through events or other activities - delegating tasks to other volunteers in your team as required, for example booking venues for events. Welcoming new members and providing information about your upcoming eventsWorking with your local Community Fundraiser and keeping them informed of your group’s work and the people involved. Making sure your group follows policy and procedure when fundraising. Should hold an AGM for your groupGuide Dogs for the Blind have serveral Fundraising opportunities. If you are intersested, please come in and ask.

HEADWAY SURREY (Guildford)HEADWAY Surrey supports people with head injuries, their families and carers and promotes understanding of the implications of head injury through-out Surrey.Befriender- Spending time talking to someone who has had a brain injury and encouraging them to get out and about by taking part in leisure activities. This could be going for a coffee, to the cinema, to a football match or playing squash.Resource Centre Volunteers are needed to work with members doing a variety of activities including writing, computer skills, art etc. Members have all suffered brain injury and the activities take place in small groups each day Tuesday to Thursday 10-4pm.

HELP FOR HEROES (Surrey Group)Help for Heroes was founded by Bryn and Emma Parry in October 2007 out of a desire to help the wounded Servicemen and women returning from Afghanistan and Iraq.Event fundraising Assistant Help for Heroes run different types of Fundraising activities and people can do anything that is legal; a sponsored parachute jump, dinner party, run a marathon, swim the channel, give a day's pay, shave your head, we don't mind, as long as its legal, fun and you donate the proceeds to Help for Heroes!As an event fundraising assistant you could be asked to help out in all sorts of ways by attending event, selling merchandise, supporting volunteers fundraising activities or just help when needed.

HOME-START WOKINGA voluntary organisation in which volunteers offer regular support, friendship and limited practical help to young families under stress in their own homes, helping to prevent family crisis and breakdown and emphasising the pleasures of family life. This organisation provides help and support to young families under stress and currently requires family visiting volunteers to visit and support families with children under 5 who are experiencing difficulties. Trustees - We are looking for a trustee to join our lively, friendly team of seven specifically to support a paid member of staff to research funding opportunities with trusts, foundations and local companies. The volunteer can work in the office or from home, liaising with the staff team and other trustees and reporting to the bi monthly Trustee Meetings. An interest in supporting children and families as an interest in fund-raising is essential.Friends of Home Start - Volunteers will have the opportunity to join and get to know a group of volunteers who meet regularly and who are committed to supporting our Charity.

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We are looking for volunteers to join our Friends Group to assist with organising fund raising events to raise money and the profile of Home Start Woking. We arranged a very successful Chinese evening in February and a Bollywood evening is in hand. Friends would also help at events such as Party in the Park, staffing an information stall. New ideas and suggestions would be welcome.Home-Visiting Volunteers Are you a parent or grandparent with 2-3 hours free per week? Home-Start Woking is a voluntary organisation offering support, friendship and practical help to parents with young children in the local community. We are looking for volunteers with parenting experience to visit families at home and offer them informal, confidential and flexible support for a few hours a week. MUST HAVE PARENTAL EXPERIENCE. Management Committee Member (Trustee) Home-Start Woking is seeking to recruit a Trustee to be responsible for Fundraising and PR. Duties will include the following:

Developing new and imaginative fundraising activities – often events based Linking with media to promote and advertise forthcoming events Building and maintaining long-term fundraising relationships via churches and other

organisations Organising traditional fundraising activities in line with Home-Start UK Increasing funds through researching and targeting charitable trusts Raising awareness of the charity at a LOCAL level

Trustee (funding research) needed to work alongside the member of staff responsible for fundraising from trusts and foundations to research funding opportunities suitable for our organisation. Volunteer could work from home or in the office.Fundraising Volunteer - We are looking for people to join our small fundraising Committee. If possible we would like you to attend meetings 1 - 2 months to help bounce around ideas. The main part of the role would be helping out at events on the day coupled with some organisation beforehand,. We are a friendly newly formed group, looking for fun ways to raise money.

HORSELL CAREA neighbourhood care scheme offer a helping hand for residents of Horsell, young or old, who find everyday tasks difficultDrivers to help neighbours with transport for shopping, home and hospital visits, befriending and covering the telephone. The hours and days are flexible.

HORSELL COMMON PRESERVATION SOCIETYThe Society is responsible for maintaining and preserving both Horsell and Pyrford Commons for the benefit of the natural flora and fauna and the general public for recreational purposes.Environmental Volunteers: The society requires volunteers to help with scrub clearance one Sunday per month (September to March 10am to 1pm). Check website for one-off summer projects.

ICAN - MEATH SCHOOLWorking with children aged 5-11 years with severe speech, language and communication disabilitiesLunchtime Play/Support Workers: to volunteer with children aged 5-11 with severe speech, language and communication disabilities. You would support them during lunchtimes between 12.00 and 14.00.Garden Helper: We need someone to help in the school garden on a regular basis to help keep it tidy and help with planting etc. Hours to suit

JIGSAW(SOUTH EAST) – URGENTLY REQUIREDWe run groups for the whole family to attend and work through their feelings alongside other families experiencing the loss of a loved oneBuddy (in children's grief support groups) - You will be required to help the group leaders carry out various activities which encourage memories of the person who has died. To take

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part in activities such as Salt Jars, Memory boxes, candle lit ceremony, Balloon release, Clay anger wall etc. Macmillan Volunteer - To provide support to families who have a family member with a life limiting illness and act as advocates and befrienders to the children and young people of the family and help support the person with the illness. Assist team members in their duties as well as helping to fundraise and promote this new service in Surrey. A flexible time commitment - you will be called upon at various times to visit families as and when required.

JIGSAW/Woking Vineyard Church Aimed at supporting families with pre-school children in financial need, we run once a month and offer a 'café style' setting with tea, coffee and cake provided for the parents and a play area and healthy snacks for the children. The practical support is given through good quality clothes and toys and equipment. These are provided free of charge.Sorter Working with a vibrant group of volunteers during the Jigsaw sessions. Help with sorting clothes and toys Mondays 9.00 – 12.00.

JOINT EDUCATION TRUST – SEE ROYAL NATIONAL CHILDRENS’S FEDERATION

JUST ADVOCACYAdvocacy is about exploring options, securing rights, providing representation and enabling people to take the opportunity to regain power and control over their lives and the decisions that affect them.Trustee - As a trustee of Just Advocacy you would help us in our mission to provide and promote high quality advocacy services supporting people who are disadvantaged owing to disability, emotional or situational circumstances so as to enable them to have a voice in decisions that affect them and to assert their rights.Please note Just Advocacy are scaling down their search at present, but an applicant with HR skills would be welcomed.

KEYRING LIVING SUPPORT NETWORKSKeyRing provides support for vulnerable people to live independently in their own homes, including housing brokerage and community inclusion.Community Connections Volunteer - This will be a varied role supporting adults to live independently to live in their own homes. The support could include helping people to budget, read their letters, plan a holiday, apply for a job or access local leisure facilities.

KNAPHILL CABIN YOUTH CLUBWe are a completely volunteer run, local community project aimed at local young people from the age of 11 - 17, operating in the style of an informal drop in youth cafe every Monday from 7pm to 9pm at The Vyne, Knaphill's local community centre. The central aims of The Cabin are 'To provide local young people with a fun, safe place to meet, relax, interact and connect with others. We seek to encourage participation in positive leisure activities and also to ensure that our members are actively involved in the running the The Cabin. We strive to encourage responsible attitudes, valuing others and building good relations with all sections of the community.Activities Officer to plan a programme of session activities for the Club, including organising materials and checking compliance; to ensure that session resources are well maintained. The Club is a free drop-in youth club for young people aged 11-17. Hours to suit - work from home.Fundraising Officer - To organise fundraising for the Club by liaising with potential sponsors, submitting grant applications and organising fundraising events. Liaising closely with the Finance Officer. Hours to suit - work from home.Café Officer - To run a small cafe/tuck shop during youth club session: keeping records, maintain stock and provide an up-to-date price list. To promote healthy eating, Fairtrade, fruit and help develop hot meals. Monday evenings.Publicity Officer To publicise the Club and its activities by producing posters and other material for the village and local schools, in order to help recruit members and Volunteers: to maintain the Cabin website and social media. Hours to suit - work from home. Volunteer Youth Worker - To help run club sessions at the Vyne Community Centre. This will involve setting up, organising activities and ensuring the general wellbeing of everybody

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attending the drop-in. Enthusiasm to engage with young people and a commitment to provide a safe and supportive environment. Monday evenings.Meetings Officer (Secretary) To organise monthly committee meetings and the Annual General Meeting (AGM), to circulate an agenda and take minutes.Safeguarding Officer to help run youth club sessions at the Vyne Community Centre in Knaphill; to maintain a record of Membership and Parental Consent forms and provide an up-to-date sign-in sheet; to maintain the Health & Safety Policy. Required Monday and Thursday evening.Recruitment Officer To recruit new volunteers by liaising with relevant organisations and working with the publicity officer to promote opportunities. This will involve arranging induction sessions, DBS checks and following up references and maintaining an up-to-date register of volunteers.Training and Borough Liaison Officer To liaise with appropriate bodies about potential training opportunities and arrange an annual event for volunteers.Youth Engagement Officer To help run youth club sessions at the Vyne Community Centre in Knaphill and facilitate young people's input into the club, especially with regard to activities (ideally by establishing a youth council).

KNAPHILL CAREA voluntary group of members of the local community who aim to offer help to Knaphill residents of any age, who find everyday tasks difficult and cannot get help elsewhere or cannot afford to pay for it.We aim to bridge the gaps in existing services, to lend a hand when family and friends or other agencies are not able to help, to assist but not to replace them. Good Neighbour to help with shopping, driving, home visits and for covering the telephone. The hours and days are flexible.

LAKEVIEW COMMUNITY ACTIONSythwood Youth Committee runs on a Friday night 6.30 to 10pm and is a new youth club providing a range of activities and trips out for young people (14-18 years) living on Lakeview Estate in Woking. The club is self-run with a committee of young people who are currently engaged in generating their own funding and trying to make life better for young people on Lakeview Estate, Woking. This is one of the most deprived areas in Surrey having low income and employment levels.The Lynx Youth Club has been running for a number of years catering for younger children (11-14 years) on a Thursday night 6.30 to 9.30pm.Trips which might include bowling, ice skating and paintball. There are plans to set up a motorbike workshop and a Football team.LCAG is a small successful community led organisation tackling the issues facing people living in pockets of disadvantage in affluent areas and is looking to both consolidate and expand its activities.Youth Worker - We are looking for Youth Workers to help run our sessions for our friendly group of young people between the ages of 11 - 17 years of age. 7-9 pm Thursday evening.Our youth club loves to express their creative skills in a variety of different ways so volunteers will be encouraged to bring and implement new ideas for activities, days out etc.We are looking for enthusiastic people with a bright and positive attitude to encourage and interact with the young people from and around the Lakeview area.Youth Worker Sythwood Youth Committee For young people (14 – 18 years) runs on a Friday night 6.30 to 10pm providing a range of activities and trips out living on Lakeview Estate in Woking. Trips might include bowling, ice skating, paintball and there are plans to set up a motorbike workshop on the estate and a football team to play in the local league. Youth Workers (Busy Bee) for our friendly, fun-loving group consisting of children between the ages of 7 - 11. Our group loves to express their creative skills in a variety of different ways. We are looking for enthusiastic people with a bright and positive attitude to help encourage our children to work together, lead, and interact with the children, to facilitate all activities. We welcome volunteers to help guide and develop our kids to their full potential. A DBS check will be required.

LEUKAEMIA CARE SOCIETYTo offer emotional and financial support to patients, carers and family members who have been affected by Leukaemia, Lymphoma and allied blood disorders.The Leukaemia Care

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Society provides vital care and support to all those whose lives are affected by Leukaemia and the allied blood disorders.Community Fundraising/Events Volunteers Assisting with all aspects of the charities fundraising activities i.e. coffee mornings, etc

LIBRARY DIRECT HOME SERVICELibrary Direct Home Service is aimed at people who cannot get to a library through illness, disability or because they are carers who cannot leave their charges. This could be at the individuals home or in a Residential home as part of the Care Home Service.Housebound people sometimes lack social interaction and appreciate having someone to talk to. Whilst the majority of housebound people may be elderly, people of any age may and do use this service, including children and young people. Surrey Libraries have a good selection of large print books and/or audiobooks. There is no charge for this service which includes up to 6 free requests per client per visit.Library Direct Volunteer - Library Direct Home Service volunteers visit readers who can no longer get into a library due to ill health, disability, mobility problems or caring responsibilities. Volunteers provide a personal service of selecting, collecting and delivering books. This is a county-wide service, and we are looking for volunteers across Surrey. Volunteers are recruited and managed by Surrey Libraries. Days, times and frequency can be negotiated.

LIGHTBOX (THE)The Lightbox is an exciting £7 million new contemporary gallery and museum under construction in Woking, due to open in 2007. Volunteers are a vital part of our project and work with our small staff team in a relaxed and friendly environment. Work is varied and fun.Front of House Gallery Stewards - This is a varied and interesting role which involves dealing with the general public as well as staff and fellow volunteers. Min.age 16.The role includes: Welcoming visitors, providing information to visitors, acting as a steward in the galleries and selling merchandise in the galleries.

LINKABLE LinkAble is a Woking-based charity serving those with learning disabilities in the local community. Our mission is to enable those with learning disabilities to develop their potential and enjoy socially inclusive fulfilled lives. Since 1989 LinkAble has been helping people with learning disabilities by providing children, young people and adults with a range of sporting, social and leisure activities in and around the community that would otherwise be unavailable. People with learning disabilities face many barriers that exclude them from mainstream society. We help break down those barriers by supporting service users from the age of four with no upper age limit no matter how challenging their disability or behaviour.Receptionist/Administrator - To welcome visitors and service users to LinkAble. The role requires referring visitors to members of staff, answering the telephone and taking messages. Also to provide admin. support of an ad-hoc nature.Community Support volunteer - You will be required to provide support and promote independence, and help with the group expand their life skills, you will join in with Many fun activities- a car would be useful as the group go out into the community to the pub, the big apple, cinema etc. Mondays 5 - 9pm, Thursdays 6 - 9pm,Café Assistant - The volunteer role involves assisting in the day to day running of the Cafe such as: serving customers, preparing food and drinks, cleaning, maintaining food hygiene standards and assisting adults with learning disabilities in their work in the cafe. Hours 9.30 - 14.30 Tuesday – Friday. Minimum age 18. Support workers - Disco Nights: assisting a group of (mainly) young adults who have learning disabilities at a weekly disco / club night. Wednesdays 7pm - 9.30pm.Play Volunteer 16+ - volunteers are required to help with Under 18's on Tuesdays (term time only) from 7.30-8.00, Fridays 5.30 -7.00 and Saturdays 10.00-2.00 in Woking and on Wednesdays 7.00-9.00 in Camberley. Play Volunteer 18+ - all of the above plus various additional evenings in both Woking and Camberley, including swimming, keep fit, drama and sports groups. Drivers - We need to recruit several minibus drivers to cover all school holidays (daytime only), evenings and weekends. You need to be a confident driver with a clean licence, aged 25+. Experience of

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working with or happy to work with people of all ages with learning and some physical disabilities. You should be happy to conduct routine check of vehicle before and after each journey. Trips will be across, and occasionally out of county. A staff member will always accompany each group. LinkAble will give training and provide insurance. Any help you can give would be most welcome, so even if you can only drive once a week, please get in touch!

LIBRARY DIRECT HOME SERVICES Library Direct Volunteer - The frequency of the visits will be agreed between you and your client and will last on average about an hour. Additional time is required to return and select books/audio material at your local library.Develop a professional relationship with library staff and the LDHS Volunteer CoordinatorPotentially be required to accompany new volunteers on first visits (this is optional)Attend relevant training provided when arrangedBuild an understanding of the library system for issuing, renewing and discharging items as well as become familiar with the layout of the libraryArrange regular visits to the client in their home on mutually agreed daysDiscuss with your client on each visit their reading preferences then choose a selection of books and/or audiobooks for delivery to your client based on said discussionsBe able to provide information on what each client has and their reading behavioursIf required, develop relationships with other volunteers in your borough/areaReport any concerns about the health and safety of clients to the LDHS Library Coordinator or Volunteer Coordinator

LONDON BUS MUSEUMMuseum Steward and Guide - involved in face to face contract with the public, welcoming and receiving them to the London Bus Museum, stewarding, guiding and advising them about the exhibits on display. You will also have the opportunity to answer enquiries about the Museum and its events over the telephone and in person. You may have the opportunity to assist in administration tasks in the Museum's office. You may be asked to fulfil a similar role elsewhere on the Brooklands Museum site.

MACMILLAN CANCER SUPPORTMacmillan Cancer Support provides medical, financial, practical and emotional support to people living with cancer whether it is the patient or their family and friends. We currently help one in two people affected by cancer and Macmillan's ambition is to support everybody.Collectors Collecting outside supermarkets (mainly under cover) on specified days (up to 6 a year) for a 1½ to 2 hour session with a collecting tin. Collections take place on Saturdays plus one Friday mid-October. New volunteers will work alongside experienced collectors.Event organiser is required to promote and organise events and functions for the Woking Group in order to raise money for the charity.

MARIE CURIE CANCER CAREDaffodil Appeal Collector - As a Daffodil Appeal collector you will need to give a couple of hours at one or more collections in Woking during February and March. You will be provided with the daffodil box, collection tin, hints and tips and a collectors guide to Marie Curie Cancer Care.Daffodil Box Co-ordinator - To help co-ordinate the local daffodil box campaign for the Great Daffodil Appeal in your local community. To distribute and collect in the daffodil boxes and then count, bank and record all monies from them.Event Promoter - Needed to make a presence within the community and encourage people to get involved and participate in the regionally organised events. You might visit gyms, shops and different venues dropping off leaflets and promoting events.

MARIE CURIE CHARITY SHOPShop Volunteers. URGENTLY REQUIRED ON A SUNDAY Duties include serving customers as well as hanging, pricing and steaming stock. Days available are Monday, Wednesday, Friday and Saturday.

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MAYBURY CENTRE (THE)Multi cultural centre to provide facilities for social and business events, education, health, welfare and general recreation for the people of Woking.Trustee - A Trustee of the Maybury Centre will be responsible, alongside the current Trustees, for the overall strategy and control of the Centre.Show interest and commitment to the development of the Centre.Share in the management of the Centre and be prepared to work on sub-committees or other support groups set up by the Trustees.Understand and be committed to the aims and objectives of the Centre.Be willing to participate in training and strategy meetings.Support all decisions once Trustees have reached them.Terms of office are 4 years.

MIND – WOKINGTo provide support and encouragement to those living in the borough and suffering or recovering from mental illness or distress. We aim to be a bridge between the sufferer's family and carers on the one hand and the social and psychiatric services on the other.Activity Volunteer needed to assist with members. In particular using your own skills, hobbies or interests to develop ideas for small group activities, and to lead and support these groups.Activities should be fun driven, but may also have an educational or cultural element.  The purpose of the activities is to bring out the latent interests and skills of clients.

MOORCROFT CENTRE FOR THE COMMUNITYCentre of Activities for those 50+ Including Aromatheraphy Massage, Reflexology, Hot stone treatments, Well Balanced exercise classes, foot care, assisted bathing. Hairdressers available daily, Daily lunches, Coffee bar, internet cafe, Tea dances, whist, bridge, day trips and holidays Evening Yoga sessions on a Tuesday and Slimming World on a Wednesday.Relief Coffee Bar Assistant: volunteer relief coffee bar assistants in the Centre during the mornings. Duties to include selling teas, coffees, snacks and lunches, serving lunches, clearing away and washing up.

NATIONAL AUTISTIC SOCIETY (SURREY BRANCH)The NAS champions the rights and interests of all people with autism and aim to provide individuals with autism and their families with help, supports and services that they can access, trust and rely upon and which make a positive difference to their lives. Play Scheme Volunteers required at various areas and times, we are looking for motivated and enthusiastic individuals to help run our play schemes for children aged 5 to 13 years who are affected by autistic spectrum disorders.

Woking-Friday-4.45pm to 7.15pm. Walton-on-Thames-Thursday-4.30pm to 6pm Godalming-Tuesday-6pm to 7.30pm Redhill-Friday-6.15pm to 7.45pm.

Youth Worker for group of young people aged 13-18 who are affected by autistic spectrum disorder. Various evenings during term time, locations in Guildford, Staines, Ash and Reigate.

NEW HAW LIBRARY (Community Partnership)Management Group Members - We currently have about 70 volunteers and 10 members of the Management Group. We are looking for two or three people to help us on the Library Management Group – planning the future direction of the Library, arranging training for our volunteers and looking after our volunteer rotas, writing a volunteers’ magazine, preparing leaflets to go out to the community, raising the profile of the Library, organising events and displays , developing the Library website,– and a whole lot of other jobs that are involved in keeping the Library running for the local community. This is a really wide and interesting role which would enable you to use your talents in lots of different ways – or to specialise in one area if you prefer. New Haw Library has been a volunteer run Library since October 2012. Surrey County Council provide the premises and the books, but the New Haw Library Community Partnership provide the volunteers to run the Library. The Partnership is a Limited Company and has charitable status.

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NORTH WEST SURREY CLINICAL COMMISSIONING GROUP (Woking, West Elmbridge, Runnymede and Spelthorne Boroughs)Public Representative: Working with and listening to our local population and healthcare partners, aiming to develop the following:-

Commission better and more services locally Improve the quality of care Improve access to the right treatment and service Involve our local population in shaping the provision of services Achieve the sharing of information and learning with partner organisations within the

communityKey Tasks

Represent the views of the local population in respect of health provision Attend and actively contribute to PE meetings(typically quarterly) including

preparation and reading of papers beforehand Support the development of a network of local and public representatives to support

work streams and service reviews Acknowledge a wide range of health needs and represent the interests of the wider

population Attend and participate in ad hoc meetings with the opportunity for involvement in

other projects

OXFAMShop Volunteers Oxfam require volunteers to help out in their charity shop any day between 9.30-4.30pm. You could work on the till, sort clothing, steam clothes, price and present stock sort, recycle and price books. Create shop displays and advertising.Reliable and self motivated. It would be helpful if you are able to work without supervision. You need to be a people person, to get on with customers and the wide range of volunteers helping in the shop.

PARKINSONS DISEASE SOCIETY (Woking & Weybridge)Parkinson's UK organise activities and meetings to help people affected by Parkinson's. They assist those who have Parkinson's and those who care for them as well as helping to raise funds towards research for a cure for Parkinson's.Fundraiser: who is able to increase the contributions of individuals and groups to Parkinson’s by building relationships and exploring new fundraising opportunities.

PACT – JUSTPEOPLETo provide support to offenders/ex-offenders through coaching, mentoring and befriending to encourage full integration and to prevent social exclusion.Community Support Volunteer for ex offenders - Duties include:Supporting and accompanying offenders to appointments and meetingsResearching and developing links between SSPT and local servicesMeeting with offenders in custody before release from prison and at the gate on day of release, where appropriateWorking to meet the needs identified between the offender and their Offender ManagerParticipating in restorative justice programmesCompleting exit surveys/interviews with offendersCompleting an induction and attending criminal justice training

PEER PRODUCTIONSFundraiser (Corporate Sponsorship) – We are actively seeking a volunteer to lead us in corporate fundraising. We are keen to find someone with experience of this arena. We are looking for someone who will examine the charity’s areas of delivery, select those which are most appealing to potential corporate donors/sponsors, and then approach and engage those organisations and individuals with the view to generate income for the charity. This will involve a mixture of research, email and letter writing, telephone conversations and face to face meetings.

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Fundraiser: The People's Theatre Company is looking for a creative, conscientious and diligent person to help us raise funds for our important work in education and our high quality nationally touring family theatre productions. The ideal volunteer will have a passion for the arts and enjoy the thrill of supporting creative endeavour as well as the multi-faceted challenges of identifying and applying for grants and other sources of revenue. Work is flexible with hours to suit and can be carried out in our offices or from your own home.Marketing Manager and Marketing Assistant; The People's Theatre Company is looking for two friendly, creative and enthusiastic people to help us promote our unique brand of high quality family theatre as well as our ongoing education programme.Theatre Volunteer: The People's Theatre Company is looking for friendly and enthusiastic people with a passion for theatre to help in a number of areas including artistic, administrative and practical. Whether you want to perform, create costumes, design set, stage manage, drive a tour bus or do the important administrative, marketing or fundraising work behind the scenes that make performance possible we would be thrilled to hear from you. We also have opportunities for people interested in woodwork and arts and crafts who might want to help with our set and props build.

PERENNIAL – GARDENERS’ ROYAL BENEVOLENT SOCIETYOffering free confidential help, advice and support for people and their families who work or have worked in the garden trade.Event Administrator: Volunteer Event Administrator required working from home. The primary responsibility of the role is to provide administrative support for events being organised by the Charity in the South East of England. Involves telephone calls and letter writing. No travelling required and you will be needed for up to 2 days a week.

PHILIP SOUTHCOTE SCHOOLPhilip Southcote is a secondary special school based in Addlestone, that provides an education for pupils with moderate learning difficulties.Chair of Govenors - School governors provide strategic leadership and accountability in schools. Each individual governor is a member of a governing body, which is established in law as a corporate body. Individual governors may not act independently of the rest of the governing body. Decisions are the joint responsibility of the governing body. The role of the governing body is a strategic one, its key functions are to:

set the aims and objectives for the school set the policies for achieving those aims and objectives set the targets for achieving those aims and objectives monitor and evaluate the progress the school is making towards achievement of its

aims and objectives be a source of challenge and support to the head teacher (a critical friend)

PHOENIX CULTURAL CENTREProviding Cultural activities for everyone in and around Woking.Organising indoor and outdoor music & arts events - organises performance events, workshops and mentoring aimed at developing local, original music and arts in Woking. We need volunteers to support all aspects of these activities. Volunteers can gain insight and experience in many aspects related to staging small performances and larger music events, including fundraising, event conception and promotion, technical matters such as sound and lighting, health and safety aspects, front-of-house activities, event catering, etc.

PYFORD FLOWER SHOWSaturday 11th July 2015 – volunteers needed to help before and on the day of the show.Please come into the WAVS office for further details.

PYRFORD GUIDE AND SCOUT PARENTS ASSOCIATION (PGSPA)Multiple Committee Roles, Maintenance, Admin, Fundraising, Trustees – Multiple roles, but all need community-minded individuals who will be proactive in the maintenance and development of the Arbor Centre in Pyrford, which is run primarily for the benefit of the uniformed organisations (Scouts & Guides, Cubs & Brownies, etc.) based there. The Arbor

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provides recreational activities for all generations in the local community, from toddler and play groups, through after-school activities, to sports and fitness activities for children and adults, as well as retired members of our community. We need to raise the standard of decoration of the hall and we are therefore seeking funds from a number of sources (Woking Borough and Surrey County Councils, local businesses with community support obligations and local tradesmen and women), and need help to research this. The PGSPA Committee has vacancies for Trustees, a Finance Administrator, Database and Website Administrator, Fundraising, Internal and External Maintenance, Chairperson, and External Liaison Officer.

PYRFORD GUIDES, BROWNIES AND RAINBOWSGuide Leaders: We are looking for new leaders to help with Rainbows (aged 5-7), Brownies (aged 7-10) and Guides (aged 10-14) in Pyrford. No experience required - full training will be given. All you need is enthusiasm and a desire to get involved in organising and taking part in fun activities with the girls. Monday 4 - 5.30 Brownies; Wednesday 4 - 5.30 Rainbows; Thursday 4 - 5.30 Brownies: 6.30 - 8.00 Guides.

QUEST GROUP RIDING FOR THE DISABLEDThe objective of the Riding for the Disabled Association is to give the opportunity of riding to any disabled person who might benefit in their general health and well-being.RDA Helper: Volunteers assist with leading ponies and horses for disabled riders. Typically, one volunteer leads the pony, whilst 2 side walkers are needed to assist the rider, providing encouragement and helping them to do simple exercises. Previous experience with horses is not required as full training is provided. Experience with people is just as important. If you enjoy running and walking, you could be doing something vitally important while you keep fit. Each session is supervised by a qualified instructor. We have sessions 4 days a week, Monday, Thursday, Friday and Saturday, some in the afternoon and some in the evening.

RAPE AND SEXUAL ABUSE SUPPORT CENTRERASASC offers support to male and female survivors of rape and sexual abuse through telephone helplines, face to face counselling, and family support and self-help groups. Run almost entirely by around 70 volunteers, we are based in Guildford serving Surrey and the surrounding counties.Female Helpline Volunteer: To listen to callers who have suffered rape and or sexual abuse in Surrey or surrounding areas. As well as supporting the friends, family and partners who are caring for the survivor. To mainly listen, but offer advice, sign post to other places if requested. You will work from Guildford in the evenings 7.30-9.30pm. Fundraising Events Helpers: To help behind the scenes leading up to on the day of an event. Locations and times will vary depending on the time of the year and volunteers availability. Availability agreed by mutual agreement by the volunteer and Management Co-ordinator. Examples of fundraising events in the past are: Sponsored Walk, Charity Gliding Day, Winter Fair, Ladies Pamper Evening and Balloon Race. Future suggestions are sponsored cycle, golf days, wine tasting, cheese & wine, quiz nights, raffles, BBQ etc.

Trustee - The trustees are responsible for providing governance, strategic planning and development of the charity and ensuring that good/best practice is applied in the delivery of its services. Commitment - Attend monthly meetings, 7pm - 9pm every 3rd Tuesday every month (exc. Aug)

RAPt – REHABILITATION OF ADDICTED PRISONERS TRUST RAPt is the UK's leading provider of prison-based addiction treatment programmes, and also offers a range of services in the community that aim to move drug-using offenders away from a life of addiction and crime.Rehabilitation Meet and Greet Volunteer to meet RAPt client on their release from prison at the prison gate and accompany them to their release destination which may be appointment(s) with probation, housing offices, their home, residential rehabilitationThe role may involve long travelling time depending on the client’s release destination and may involve overnight stay in pre-booked hotels from time to time.The role does not involve a regular weekly commitment as volunteers are contacted according to the needs of our clients in their area. Volunteers are supported via phone

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contact throughout their volunteering duties and are expected to communicate at regular interval with a named person throughout the dayAdministration Volunteer Provide assistance to the Drug and Alcohol Practioner with their administration tasks. ie: photocopying, filing, sending emails and letters, faxing.Data Base entry and assist other staff members/team with their administration tasks as instructed by placement supervisor.Reception Answer the phone: take messages and redirect calls to the appropriate staff members. Good literacy and numeracy skills. Good IT skills including: Word, Excel, Outlook and the ability RAPt database. Organisational & Presentation Skills. Monday to Friday 08.30 to 16.30 Details of where volunteer required will be given on interview.

RELATE WEST SURREYRelate West Surrey offers relationship counselling support to individuals, couples, families and young persons (age 11-25). Treasurer/Trustee - Relate West Surrey is seeking a Treasurer/Trustee who has a finance background to sit on its Board as Treasurer. The role requires a working knowledge of accounts and the ability to oversee the role of the bookkeeper who prepares the monthly accounts. In addition the individual would have the following responsibilities;Provision of information and advice to the Board of Trustees and the Centre Manager.To manage the relationship with a third party in the preparation of the Statutory AccountsAdvise on banking arrangementsAdvise on Company’s reserve policyMaintain the integrity of the Accounting SystemEnsure that financial procedure is maintainedTo assist in the preparation of the business planTo assist in the preparation of annual budgetsThe time involvement is approximately 4-6 hours per month with Board meetings being bimonthly for approximately 2 hours.Director/Trustee positions are voluntary. In addition to the statutory duties of trustees as defined by the Charity Commission, responsibilities will include:Working as members of the Board to develop the strategies for which the charity needs to be successful in difficult economic times.Develop step-by-step plans which will enable these strategies to work in practice. Help the small management team by playing an active part in putting these plans into effect. This could mean leading a project team, finding sources of funding or sponsorship, dealing with outside suppliers, and specialists, organising events, or providing training and advice.Dynamic and creative individuals needed with good leadership skills able to take an overview and drive through necessary changes with ability to encourage and foster team spirit. Willing to take personal responsibility for getting things done.In addition, experience in one or more of the following areas would be particularly useful though not essential: Public relations; Use of new media; Business development (particularly for a professional service firm); Fundraising; Systems implementation (e.g. for quality assurance); Legal practiceShop Assistants: Come and work in a newly refitted charity shop in Central Woking. No two days will be the same. You will be selling, chatting to customers, helping generally and dealing with donations.

REMAP Remap design and make equipment for disabled people in order to solve some of their practical issues which they cannot solve through retail purchased equipment.DIY and Practical Equipment Designer: If you have any basic DIY, crafts person or woodwork skills than perhaps you could help design and make practical equipment to address the problems faced by many disabled people for whom no commercial product is available. Volunteers work from home either on a regular basis or for a few hours each month. All volunteers are attached to a local panel who regularly meet where cases are presented, and appropriate member volunteers are asked to discuss with the client how their problem may be overcome. You will then design and manufacture a suitable aid.Support is always available from other panel members. The Surrey panel meets at Bookham Village hall every 6 weeks in the evening.

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Equipment Designer: If you have any electrical, electronic or mechanical engineering skills then perhaps you could help design and make practical equipment to address the problems faced by many disabled people for whom no commercial product is available. You will meet with clients and discuss how their problem may be overcome. Work will be carried out from home.Occupational therapists are needed to support Remap visiting disabled clients in their own homes. You will need to advise and liaise with other volunteers on practical solutions for disabled people. The role can be on a regular basis or for a few hours each month. All volunteers are attached to a local panel who meet regularly to discuss cases and exchange ideas.

RHS GARDEN WISLEYWisley Welcomer - RHS Garden Wisley, the society’s flagship garden, has volunteering opportunities for enthusiastic people to help us give a warm and friendly welcome to our many garden visitors. Applicants should have a passion for excellent customer service, enjoy talking to the public and be comfortable in a busy, fast paced outdoor environment. An interest in horticulture and gardening is desirable, although not essential.

ROYAL NATIONAL CHILDRENS’ FEDERATION (JOINT EDUCATION TRUST) Ambassador - Our aim is to provide grants for the education of children who have suffered trauma, tragedy or neglect and to support those children through either boarding or day school provision and provide assistance with the costs of such education.As an ambassador you will work with Local Authorities to seek funding and support for the programme and help educate staff, parents & children about the BPVC (Boarding Placement for Vulnerable Children) programme.

ROYAL NATIONAL INSTITUTE OF BLIND PEOPLEVolunteers work with blind and partially sighted people in their homes and the community, as well as at RNIB offices. Volunteers are involved in many different projects, from service delivery, to planning and user participationTechnology Support Squad - Volunteers work with blind and partially sighted people in their homes and the community. Use your expertise to help blind and partially sighted people to resolve IT problems.Charity Box Collector 'Sooty' (Fundraising) Ensuring money donated by the public into the iconic Sooty boxes is collected on a regular basis from local shops, pubs and leisure centres.Collectors Street and Store (Fundraising): Be part of our team of volunteers collecting regularly at local supermarkets and shopping centres throughout the year. Key Campaigner – Make a difference by taking actions to change national and local issues affecting blind and partially sighted people.Did you realise that by writing a letter, sending an email or meeting a local politician you can change the world? By being a key campaigner with RNIB you can make a big difference without necessarily leaving your home.Public Speaker - Be our ambassador! Make a difference in your local community by talking to a variety of audiences. By raising awareness of our services and products you are helping us rebuild the lives of blind and partially people

ROYAL NATIONAL LIFEBOAT INSTITUTION - Woking BranchNational Lifeboat Service throughout UK and Republic of Ireland provided by 235 lifeboat stations and 4,500 lifeboat crew members. RNLI provides lifeguard service on a growing number of priority beaches, currently 153 lifeguard units round the country coast.A flood rescue team to assist in flood relief in UK or anywhere in the world.Friend of the RNLI: Are you a Cake Baker, PR Guru, Poster Maker, Social Media Whizz, Events Organiser, Collection Box holder - whatever your skills your local RNLI fundraising branch needs your spare time?The RNLI has a network of local fundraising branches made up of enthusiastic volunteers who organise a wide range of activities and events raising money enabling us to continue to save lives at sea and provide our vital flood rescue service. Do you have a passion for organising events? Enjoy bringing the community together? Like talking to new people? Or simply want to do something amazing in your spare time.

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Collectors - Prepared to stand with a RNLI bucket, sealed and labelled in a Town Centre or outside a supermarket. We ask our collectors to collect for an hour, two or three times a year.

ROYAL SURREY COUNTY HOSPITAL NHS TRUSTTrolley volunteers required to take toiletries and confectionary items around the wards to enable patients, visitors and staff to buy. Working in pairs the trolleys at present visit the wards morning and afternoon Monday to Friday (Could soon be extended to weekends). Travelling expenses paid and meal voucher towards lunch if working both morning and afternoon. Volunteers must be over 16 years of age.Ward Volunteers responsible to the Sister on Ward. Duties would include listening to and chatting with patients, reading and writing letters for patients, stocking trolleys, collecting prescriptions from Pharmacy, making drinks as requested by staff, looking after plants/flowers in the ward, assisting with clerical duties and tidying tops of lockers and bedside tables. Volunteers must be over 16 years of age.Hand Care Volunteer to join the Hand Care team at St Luke’s giving therapeutic hand massage and human contact to patients. Training is given. Thursday PM (other afternoons by arrangement). Must be over 16 years of age.Administration - Clerical Support Volunteer needed at St Luke’s Cancer Centre to support the ward clinic and admin teams. Duties will include filing, mailing photocopying and general office support. Flexible hours. Volunteers must be over 16 years of age. Clinic Volunteer needed at St Luke’s Cancer Centre. You will support patients by talking and sitting with them and accompanying them to other departments; and assisting staff with delivering and collecting. Monday – Friday 9.30 - 1pm and 1.30 - 4pm. Volunteers must be over 16 years of age.Pantry Assistant: Working in pairs, volunteers serve beverages, wrapped food, confectionery etc. to patients waiting for appointments and treatment in the Cancer Centre. St. Luke’s Cancer Centre is a friendly modern area and the pantry has just undergone a complete refurbishment. There is currently a vacancy for alternate Friday mornings; we are also looking for volunteers who are willing to cover holidays and occasional sickness. Must be over 16 years of age.Patient Experience Volunteer - As a Patient Experience Volunteer your role will be specifically focused on gathering patients' feedback; it is not to provide patient care. Specifically, this involves helping us to conduct an electronic patient feedback survey to enable us to improve the ways that patients can share their views on our services with us. Must be over 16 years of age.

SALVATION ARMY Horsell, WokingThe Salvation Army is a Christian Church and a registered charity. Our new centre in Goldsworth Park is a place of worship but also a base from which we reach out into the community, helping to support people practically, emotionally and spiritually.Shop Volunteer Volunteers needed to help with the various aspects of shop work, including sorting of donated goods, pricing and till work. If you have an eye for fashion or window dressing, or just like having a chat - this could be just the thing for you!

SAMARITANS – NORTH WEST SURREYBranch Treasurer - To manage the branch’s finances.To oversee and present budgets, accounts and financial statements.To work in close cooperation with, and provide support and advice to, the branch committee. To ensure that proper accounts and records are kept, ensuring financial resources are spent and invested in line with good governance, legal and regulatory requirements.To be instrumental in the development and implementation of financial, reserves and investment policies.To attend meetings and report on the branch’s financial position as and when required.To prepare an annual financial statement for General Office. To raise cheques and pay invoices as requested. To act as a signatory on cheques. To pay volunteer expenses as agreed by the branch Committee. To bank all cheques received. To liaise with the branch’s bankers as/when required.Listening Volunteer with Samaritans means being part of a team of around 100 volunteers who give up a few hours each week to provide emotional support to anyone who is experiencing feelings of distress or despair, including those that may lead to suicide. Full training and on-going support is provided. Some volunteers also respond to emails from

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people who prefer to use that form of contact. A commitment of one duty a week is required, of around 3-4 hours and one night duty (to 4am) once a month on average. Fundraising and social events take place on a regular basis. Please note: All volunteers are expected to take their turn at night duties.Support role: Instead of listening and supporting callers, there are various support roles where volunteers can give as much or as little time as they have spare to help with any of the following activities: Recruitment; Finances; Fundraising; Publicity; Office admin

SAMBER - RIDING FOR THE DISABLEDTo provide safe and correct instruction in riding whilst having fun. For one child this may be learning to cope with the movement of the pony; another to steering the pony unaided. Each child is assessed as an individual and appropriate targets set. We hold a gymkhana each year - all riders compete for schools trophy. Riding has been shown to motivate and stimulate children both mentally and physically resulting in improved muscle strength and communication skills.Riding Lesson Volunteers required from 9.30-12.30 pm every Tuesday (term time only) in Chobham to help disabled children with riding lessons. Volunteers should be reasonably fit and comfortable with ponies and disabled children.

SATROWe work with children from the very start of school through to their final years in education (5-19) aiming to inspire and enthuse young people about the world of work.We deliver exciting science workshops and young entrepreneurs challenges, run business games and mentoring schemes, train & support teachers, hold careers showcases, science festivals and much more besides!Volunteer Support - We need a volunteer to commit enough time and effort to ensure the success of the events. Use their marketing expertise and flair to develop and promote the programme. Use SATRO’s excellent contacts to market the events to a targeted audience. Help secure donations of prizes / experiences for a high quality charity auction. Work with SATRO’s experienced team to ensure a fantastic event, including attendance on the day, looking after key delegates, sponsors, speakers and performers. Manage practical aspects of each event – liaison with the venue, catering, ticketing, badging etc. Maintain an accurate database of invitees and attendees. Co-ordinate follow-up communication to all involved. You will need to be a self-starter with event-management experience, happy to work at home as well as travel to venues and attend regular meetings at the SATRO office in the Surrey Research Park in Guildford. Experience of dealing with sponsors would be wonderful.Games/Events Volunteer - to help with our one day events, you may be helping a team of children to make lighthouses, run a Company for the day or make a sporting structure ! You can also volunteer to help us in the office preparing the activities. We are also looking for volunteers with engineering experience to help with construction challenges.Do please get in touch to find out more even if you can just spare a day or two a year.

SCHOOL GOVERNERS ONE-STOP SHOPToday's Schools are increasingly independent, placing heavier responsibility on the governing body for budgeting, standard-setting and strategic decision making. The Governor's role is to be a "critical friend" to the Head Teacher, helping with overall management. Meetings are usually held in the evenings and only during term time.

SCOPE SHOP WEST BYFLEETWe're all about changing society for the better so that disabled people and their families can have the same opportunities as everyone else.Stock Generation Volunteer: to think of new ways to generate stock to sell in Shops and to support the Great Donate scheme as part of this process. Assist the shop management in the promotion and implementation of Great Donate events.Merchandising Volunteer: to generate income by creating appealing and in-store displays. To select and co-ordinate donated items to produce themed displays.Stock Preparation Volunteer: to sort donations, prepare stock for sale in the Shop and price garments to generate maximum income.

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Shop Volunteer - To sort donations and prepare stock for sale in the shop and price garments to generate sales for the charity.

SEA CADETS WOKINGOur organisation is a charity that trains and prepares youngsters for life in the workplace, through teamwork and leadership skills. We will be moving to a purpose built building on Goldsworth Lake in two years time and this opens up many exciting opportunities.Instructors needed to help teach young people (12-18) the ethos of the Sea Cadets including adventure based activities, sailing and military skills. You will have the chance to go on courses to enhance your knowledge of outward bounds skills as well as being able to work towards relevant qualifications. Other activities to get involved in include: first aid, canoeing and band practice. Monday and Thursday evenings with occasional weekends.Committee Members needed who can give time to join our building management committee. No particular skills are required but we will need some people with Secretarial, Accountancy, Building and fitting out, Youth Group and HR experience or skills. We are forming a Building committee to oversee the build and finished fitting of our new building and then to oversee the management of our modern Eco friendly building.Building Manager - We are seeking an enthusiastic person, with a background in building services, who can take on the running of our brand new ECO-friendly HQ on Goldsworth Park Lake.

SECAM CARE (South East & Central Woking plus Maybury)Providing assistance to elderly and disabled with transport and everyday task. Drivers: helping with transport for medical appointments, shopping, home visits, small odd jobs and other tasks for young and old living in the area. A current clean driving licence is required. Hours and days are flexible and expenses will be paid. Volunteers are CRB checked.

(THE) SEEING DOG ALLIANCESeeing Dogs has made increasing progress since it started operations in 2001. Our highly successful rearing/training programme presently included several dogs either puppy reared or receiving their Seeing Dog training. We now have 13 working Seeing Dogs, including two Hungarian wire-haired Vizslas, which are the first breed in the UK, and maybe the world, to qualify to guide blind people.Magazine Editor – The Magazine editor produces the magazine from the information submitted by the supporters. The position is so important that the editor is also a trustee. The editor can be driven to the three meeting held annually in London. Currently there are three issues annually. By encouraging more material the magazine can be published more often with a resultant growth in the charity.Minute Secretary – Helped by recording of the meeting. The minute secretary will produce minutes for 3 hours trustees meeting held annually. The minute secretary can become a trustee and take part in the management of the charity. Please note, may have to travel to London 3 times a year.

SEND FAMILY LINKSend Family Link is a registered charity providing support and services for families visiting women in custody at HMP Send, with a particular focus on children with a mother in prison.Visitors Centre Volunteer: SEND FAMILY LINK requires volunteers to serve light refreshments to visitors in the Visitors' Centre. To support Visitors' Centre staff in booking in visitors, help provide information for visitors. Help run table top sales in the Visitors' Centre. Thursday, Saturday and Sunday afternoons, 12.30 - 2.30pm. Minimum age 15.Send Family Link - Playworker & Tea Bar helper - URGENT: Facilitate play and craft activities for children of all ages in the Visits Hall at HMP Send, a women's prison. We are also looking for help in the visitors centre on a Saturday and Sunday 12.00 - 3.00pm. This is to book in visitors.

SERV SurreyTo deliver urgently needed blood products, samples, and other items at nights, weekends, and out of hours at no-cost to Hospitals in Surrey. SERV is funded entirely by voluntary

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contributions; our members deliver efficiently and on demand, for the benefit of the community and the NHS in SurreyAssistant to Fundraiser: SERV Surrey has ambitious plans to expand and equip itself better to help hospitals and those in need throughout Surrey. You would be working with the fundraiser, and other members of the Surrey team, in a new position specifically created to help us grow our emergency support service across Surrey. Your work will help us find those who could support us with donations, materials or sponsorship, so you need to be a creative person interested in locating opportunities for long term funding and / or significant grant / aid awards. Work will involve researching opportunities in trusts, grant making charities, and alternative sources of funding such as government or corporate sponsorship.Charity Relations Manager: Working with members of the SERV team, this is a new position to strengthen our emergency support service across the region. We want you to develop existing relationships with our charitable supporters, and, with the help of our researcher, locate new charitable bodies, clubs, societies and philanthropic organisations who have an interest in social responsibility, introducing SERV to explain what we do, and seek out support opportunities for us. Developing regular contact with our supporters by phone, email etc. this will suit an enthusiastic outgoing person who is keen to make and meet new people and develop a relationship with new supporters.Corporate Relations Manager: We want you to find, with the help of our researcher, business and government authorities who have an interest in social responsibility, introducing SERV to explain what we do and seek out support opportunities for us. Developing regular contact with our supporters by phone, email etc. this will suit an enthusiastic outgoing person who is keen to make and meet new people and develop a relationship with new supporters. 2 day per month commitmentEvents Organiser: You will help research & identify public events and venues suitable for SERV to attend. Deal with the event organisers, booking venues, arranging and coordinating people, the display equipment, and liaising with the local SERV groups. This is a varied job with lots of opportunities for your initiative. You will be involved from first contact and start to finish with events. 2 days per month commitmentResearcher: You will be researching & identifying UK & EU Government and private grant making sources, relevant to our needs. With your research skills you will locate charitable trusts and private donor organisations for us, reviewing and assisting with grant application documentation. 2 day per month commitmentE-Media Manager You will be liaising with our local groups for day-to-day news stories, researching & identifying potential media channels for us to use. Posting press & PR information on our website, Facebook page, email newsletter etc. and to keep our supporters up to date with SERV. Commitment of 2 days per monthPress and PR Manager: You will be liaising with our local groups for day-to-day news stories, researching & identifying potential media channels for us to use Creating relationships with editors and publishers to encourage posting our information in their publications.

SHEERWATER HELPING HANDSJoin our small team of volunteer’s drivers. We pay mileage expenses. Most of our volunteers enjoy the opportunity to transport our clients to clinics and local hospitals. Our clients have mobility difficulties and live in the Sheerwater area. You will be asked if you are available on a particular day.

SHOPMOBILITY (Woking)The scheme provides manual and powered wheelchairs and scooters to anyone with a mobility problem.Shopping Companions/Pushers needed to accompany electric wheelchair users on their shopping trips around the town centre.Event/Fundraising Volunteers: Innovative volunteers who are able to help out with Shopmobility's fundraising. We run various event and street collections throughout the year and need your help.

SIGHT FOR SURREY (Formally SAVI) Sight for Surrey is here to help anyone in Surrey, whose eyesight has become a cause for concern, whether they are registered as having a visual impairment or not.

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Befriender - to befriend and share interests with a visually impaired person referred by SAVI: (This is not a domestic or personal care role.) Helping the person with correspondence and if desired accompany on walks. Generally enabling the visually impaired person to have involvement and knowledge of the community and being an essential link between the person and support from the Charity. Driver needed to assist visually impaired people from their homes, into the driver’s car and take them to local clubs or classes and back.Driver /ICT Volunteer - To assist visually impaired people from their homes, into the driver's car and take them to communication class at local venue to SAVI at Rentwood, Leatherhead to assist with their ICT training and to bring them back to their home.Rehabilitation Services Volunteer: The role can include any of the following; Deliver equipment, set up and demonstrate use e.g. lamps, radios, cassette players, TV magna-screens, big button telephones, Collect equipment e.g. above, typewriters, braillers, talking book machines, Assist with simple admin tasks in the office e.g. sending faxes, photocopying, gathering information, tidying stock of Braille and Moon books, cleaning equipment such as typewriters.Collection Box Coordinator - urgently required in the Woking area.We are looking for outgoing and proactive people with a good knowledge of their local community to help us raise money and awareness.What will I be doing?

Recruiting shops and offices to host our collecting boxes in your local area Placing and emptying a minimum of 10 collecting goblets in your local community Placing occasional promotional material en route on community notice boards etc

Coordinator for Speakers Group - To co-ordinate and organise talks for members of the SAVI speakers group, liaising with organisations and speakers to ensure the effective running of the project.Public Speaker: to give talks and presentations to local organisations and groups about the work of the Surrey Association for Visual Impairment.Administrator, Community Services Team: to provide general office/administrative support to the Community Services Team in Leatherhead as necessary, including photo copying, typing and printing documents, assisting with mailings and other ad hoc tasks.Equipment delivery volunteer - One-off visits to vision impaired persons' homes to deliver bulky or expensive equipment. The equipment may need a minimal amount of setting up in the person's home, e.g. phones with memory dialling, or talking book tape recorders etc. ICT Volunteer - To assist visually impaired people in their homes, and/or at one of our Communications Classes locally with ICT Training. Class Assistant - To assist the Communication Class facilitator at a local venue to provide an environment conducive to where a small group of visually impaired people can practise touch typing, Braille and Moon skills and support each other.No previous experience of these techniques is necessary. Basic support required is for reading, guiding people in the venue, assisting with making tea and coffee, arranging chairs and small tables. (This is not a domestic or personal care role).Low Vision Services Volunteer – The role will enable visually impaired (VI) people to make the best possible use of the reading aids/magnifiers purchased from SAVI and Eye Clinics and will include: Visiting (VI) people in their homes; Helping (VI) people to read more effectively; Supporting SAVI staff in delivering Low Vision servicesPhone Friend – To befriend one or more visually impaired people in Surrey through regular telephone contact from the volunteer's own home using own phone.Office Support for Eye Clinic Liaison Officer: to provide general office/administrative support to the ECLO as necessary, including photocopying, audio typing and printing documents, assisting with mailings, making appointments and other ad hoc tasks.Reporting to SAVI on outcomes and issuesEccentric Viewing - To support Eye Clinic Liaison Officer by visiting clients to ensure they gain the full benefit from reading aids. Commitment up to one day a week. Training provided in Fetcham and Leatherhead. Next training course January 2013. Need to be able to travel local area and communicate effectively. Expenses paid.

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A small charity aimed at motivating and instilling confidence in young people, volunteers work together with small groups of youngsters in workshops on small projects in practical subjects to pass on skills and inspire the students. Craftsperson - Volunteering with and alongside 14 to 16 year olds, in small groups, with the support of another craftsman in workshops to encourage and pass on their skills (wood/metal work).

SOUTH WOKING - HELP AT HANDThis Good Neighbour scheme offers a helping hand to anyone, young or old, living in the Kingfield, Westfield and Old Woking areas who find everyday tasks difficult.Helpline Volunteer to answer the mobile phone between 10.00 am and 12.00 noon, one day a month. Training and expenses are provided.Driver South Woking - Help at Hand is a good neighbour scheme looking for volunteers to help with transport for medical appointments, shopping, home visits, small odd jobs and other tasks for young and old living in the area. Own car required and a current clean driving licence is required. Hours and days are flexible and expenses will be paid. New volunteers are CRB checked.

SOUTHERN ADDICTIONS ADVISORY SERVICE Fundraiser: Responsible for raising income from charitable trusts, foundations, major donors and grant giving bodies.

ST JOHN AMBULANCEYouth Leader/Assistant Leaders - An exciting opportunity to work as part of a team as either a leader or assistant leader in one of St John Ambulance Badger Setts. Badgers are the youngest members of St John Ambulance, aged 5 to 10 years old. The entire program is easy to run and fun

ST JOHN’S CARESt. John’s Care is a good neighbour scheme helping those in the community who find difficulty with everyday tasks or who have no transport of their own and where, for one reason or another, public transport and taxis are not an optionDrivers: to help with transport for medical appointments, shopping, home visits, small odd jobs and other tasks for young and old living in the area. A current clean driving licence is required. Hours and days are flexible and expenses will be paid. Volunteers are CRB checked. St John school will provide the technical supervision.

ST JOHNS’S KNAPHILL CHILDREN’S CENTRECooking Tutor of Basic Home Cookery – We are looking for someone who has cooking skills and an ability to teach others these skills. The need is to pass on a love of cooking and the ability to feed a family rather than perfect looking cakes etc. Some young people have never had cooking opportunities at school and have no experience to build on. We would like our mums to be able to see something in the supermarket and have an idea of how it can be turned into a meal. The ideal would be basic cooking of meat/pulses and vegetables. Teaching would probably be to a group of four at a time.

ST. JOHN’S VILLAGE MEMORIAL HALL ASSOCIATIONDeputy Chairman (WOK1309): This opportunity is to volunteer alongside the existing chairman in an organisation which has recently opened a new village hall. The role is to help develop the new building as the social hub for the Hook Heath, St John's, Hermitage & Inkerman estate area and to do it at a profit.Key Skills - Basic Computer Skills; Ability to run meetings; Management experience; Basic knowledge of accounts; Local resident

ST MARY’S CENTRESocial Interaction and to promote independence. Receptionist/Cashier needed in the Centre during the mornings. Duties to include answering telephone, greeting members of the public, filling in lunch orders, selling lunches, transport tickets, garden bags etc.

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Pianist - We cater for a varied age group in the Community Centre and would like a pianist to play background music during the lunch period. Relief Coffee Bar Assistant - Volunteers needed to be relief coffee bar assistants in the centre in the mornings. Duties include selling teas, coffees, snacks and selling/serving lunches. Clearing away, washing up.Permanent afternoon position available.

ST PETER’S HOME & SISTERHOODTrustee St Peter's Home & Sisterhood is an Anglican charity in Woking, which includes St Columba's retreat and conference centre. Trustees are required to join the Council which manages the charity. There are 4-8 morning meetings per year. Trustees are unpaid but expenses reimbursed.

STEP BY STEP Hosts - We are currently looking for hosts in your area to help young people aged 16 - 21 by placing them in safe and caring home environments.

STROLLERSA drop-in centre for retired and disabled people.Drop-in centre Volunteer: Strollers are supported by Woking Borough Council and can be found in the Generation Centre behind St. Andrews church in Goldsworth Park. Strollers is in the heart of Goldsworth Park close to the shops and health centre and is popular with shoppers and local retired people who go to meet and make friends, chat and have a drink or a snack. Strollers is open to all retired and disabled people and also offers a small lending library, provides knitting wool, organises outings and luncheon Club Opening Times Mon 9.30am to 1.30pm Tues, Wed, Thu, Fri 9.30am to 2.45pm

SURE START WOKINGThe aim is to offer information, advice and support to parents and carers, as well as early year’s provision, health services, family support, parental outreach and employment advice for families.Baby Café Volunteer – Volunteer needed to help with the refreshments at the Baby Café on Mondays and at the Young Parents Group on Fridays. The aim is to provide a relaxed, friendly atmosphere for the parents, carers and children attending the centre.

SURREY 2 WHEELS FOR ALLWe are a Travel Smart funded community project. Our aim is to teach and train adults to cycle on 2-wheeled bikes, whether complete beginners or returners. Our target audience are adults from the Sheerwater and Maybury area, who might want to cycle for transport reasons, to spend time with their families, to improve their health or just cycle for fun. We are located at Sheerwater Recreation ground, and hold regular weekly sessions on alternate Fridays and Saturdays, all year round. Our morning schedule includes training for beginners and improvers, and our afternoons are spent on short community based rides on cycle pathways and roads. Additionally we offer evening rides and outings on bikes in the summer. The sessions are still free at present and we provide bikes for our riders.We are trained bikeability and ride leaders and are passionate to improve skills and make cycling accessible to all.Cycling support/assistance - The main and overall aim of this role is to assist the project coordinators to train and impart cycle skills to all riders and group members, whether complete beginners or improvers. This includes assisting coordinators with training at weekly cycle sessionslifting bikes and equipment in and out of storageability to cycle around the athletics track and accompany trainee ridersability to join in short and longer community bike rides, on cycle pathways and local roads (rides up to approx. 15 miles) come prepared and dressed for all weathers preferably a bike owner

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SURREY APPROPRIATE ADULT VOLUNTEER SCHEMEAdvocate for Those with Learning Disabilities: Appropriate adults needed to support vulnerable people whilst they are held in police custody, in accordance with Police and Criminal Evidence Act codes of practice. Due to the nature of the work this role would suit people over 23 preferably over 30, willing to undergo training and capable of giving advice and guidance.

SURREY CARE TRUSTIndependent charity supporting people to improve skills and gain confidence.STEPS Voluntary Learning Support Worker - Located at Woking Learning Centre, 6 Wayside Court, Woking, Surrey, this role is to support an existing team in the delivery of structured programmes of personal and social education to small groups of challenging young people. The role would be:

To support the delivery of training sessions to an appropriate level. To support group work and individual training packages to a small group of young

people. To assist each young person to develop a portfolio of work in the context of their Personal Development Plan. To support monitoring and recording of training delivery as required. To ensure all work is delivered and evaluated in accordance with the programme's Equal Opportunities policy. To attend occasional team meetings as agreed. To attend formal supervision every term.

Mentors will support 14 to 16 year-olds in Woking. This work is part of a wider Youth Consortium project working with hard-to-reach young people who are at risk of becoming what is officially known as NEET (not in Education, Employment or Training). If you become a mentor, you would typically see a young person for half an hour once a week or once a fortnight. Mentoring is not about being constantly on call. We wouldn’t expect you to take on more than one mentee at a time, unless you want to make a bigger time commitment.Training Support Officer - This is a ‘supporting people’ role, the work takes place on a canal boat, conducting environmental work, however, other volunteers manage the boat and environmental training can be provided if needed, no boating or environmental skills are needed to apply for this role, though a willingness to work in this environment is essential. Volunteers are asked to volunteer the same day of the week, a minimum of one day per four weeks is requested, though the same day each week would be ideal.The role involves supporting small groups of up to four environmental volunteers as they carry out practical environmental work and then helping them to provide the documentary evidence (written, photographic and audio) of their understanding and progress.The environmental volunteers on Swingbridge 2 carry out essential conservation work along the River Wey, Basingstoke Canal and the Thames. The environmental volunteers are mostly from disadvantaged backgrounds, with poor education, learning difficulties, homelessness, addiction, being an offender or ex-offender, or long term unemployed. Young people (14-19) from the Trust’s own STEPS programmes also benefit from training on Swingbridge2. All have the potential to progress and develop their skills, thereby improving their life chances.Learning Support Assistant Cook - We are looking for volunteers who can help support the young people at our Learning Centre, learn the necessary cooking skills to enable them to cook their daily lunch. The Learning Centre is open 5 days per week, if you can help on one regular day each week or more we would like to hear from you.Learning Support Assistant Literacy and Numeracy: We are looking for Learning Support volunteers who can help support the young people at our Learning Centre on a one to one basis teaching Literacy and Numeracy.We are open five days a week and we would be pleased to hear from anyone who can help on one regular day each week or more.

Surrey County Council Adult & Community LearningRun courses for adults from 7 Centres across Surrey. We have recently started a project to improve our marketing and publicity and would value an individual who could assist us with promotion and publicity material.Classroom Assistant - To assist the tutor in the teaching of an adult learning course providing an effective programme of further education for adults who need additional

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support. Volunteers may work with individuals or groups of people. Volunteers directly help the learner to understand the content of the lesson in a supportive way, which allows the learner to gain maximum learning possible from each lesson. Volunteer will need to have a willingness to maintain a professional relationship with the learner and have good interpersonal and communication skills. Ability to work as part of a team and adapt to different working environments and learners with different learning abilities and disabilities

SURREY DISABLED PEOPLES’S PARTNERSHIPOverall aim is to promote greater awareness & empower people with disabilities to campaign for the improvement of services & facilitiesCitizen Advocacy: to provide independent free and confidential Citizen Advocacy to disabled adults within the administrative County of Surrey. To support the Advocacy Service as a whole; in particular working in support of the Professional Advocacy Service by assisting clients with non-urgent and longer term issues; Advocate on behalf of disabled people; Communicate with clients regularly by the most appropriate means; Create a relationship with the client where he/she will feel able to discuss their problems in confidence with you; Act on behalf of clients, following their instructions, ensuring they are consistent with good practice and the law; Maintain secure records and data of client’s details in accordance with data protection and SDPP’s Confidentiality Policy; Provide monitoring information relating to work undertaken with clients, including hours spent and actions taken; Attend regular ‘One to One’ sessions with the Volunteer Coordinator; Attend Advocacy Meetings and accept any relevant training whenever possible; Establish what your client is hoping to achieve, and review options if this goal is not achievable; If necessary, request permission from the client to discuss matters with other relevant people involved with themFormulate an action plan/advocacy agreement with the client; Take whatever appropriate action is necessary to achieve the goal, keeping the client informed at each stage; Liaise with other agencies; statutory, voluntary and independent, as necessary; Contact the Volunteer Coordinator when guidance is required.

SURREY DOLPHINSTo provide a sheltered swimming session for anyone in the locality who cannot cope with a public swimming session. (Disabled, expectant mothers, senior citizens and any others the Committee consider to be suitable). Swim Assistant: Surrey Dolphins is an assisted swim charity offering Runnymede and Woking adults with restricted mobility the opportunity to swim and exercise in a safe and friendly environment. We need a fit and strong volunteer to assist with pushing wheelchairs in and out of the pool and helping members to transfer from our waterproof chairs back into their own wheelchair and of course assisting members in the water during the swimming session. Tuesday and Thursday mornings during term time required.

SURREY DRUG & ALCOHOL CAREChairman (WOK957): Surrey Drug & Alcohol Care (SDAC) receives its funding from Surrey Drug and Alcohol Action Team (DAAT). It is managed by a Chairman, Vice Chair, Treasurer and the Committee. There is one paid position in the charity a co-ordinator and referrals manager.We are seeking a professional with experience of chairing meetings, understanding funding and finance issues. Experience although not essential within the drug and alcohol sector would be advantageous as would the running of a charity.

SURREY EDUCATION BUSINESS PARTNERSHIPActivity and games support volunteers: Helping with one day and half day activities taking place in schools across Surrey. Activities include:

Business Game - students run a virtual company for the day. Future Town - planning and development of a town Global Trading Game - to illustrate trade and economic development of different -

countries and the role of technology and natural resources.

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Interview Skills - Surrey based companies provide interviewers at school or business premises for 6 students, each interview lasting 30 minutes.

Business Studies - tutorials to A Level students delivering: finance, human resources, accounts, banking etc.

SURREY FIRE AND RESCUE SERVICE The Fire and Emergency Support Service is a partnership with Surrey Fire and Rescue Service that provides immediate post-crisis practical and emotional support to the victims of domestic fires, floods and similar Fire service related incidents. It is delivered 24/7 by specially trained Red Cross volunteer’s on-call working on a rota basis. Fire Volunteer: As a Fire Volunteer you will be supporting Surrey and Fire Rescue in the local community raising awareness of Fire Safety and assisting and supporting at community events and campaigns.The Key tasks of a Fire Volunteer are:

To target individuals within the community that are 'hard to reach' and 'hard to influence', building links between community organisations and Surrey Fire and Rescue Service to ensure 'at risk' groups are aware of fire safety.

Deliver leaflets regarding fire safety initiatives to areas of individuals most at risk. To assist operational crews in completing Home Fire Safety Visits. Assisting in local initiatives

About Surrey Fire Volunteer Service Surrey Fire Volunteer Service exists in order to support and assist the community

work of our operational firefighters, providing an efficient and professional service to all members of the community.

SURREY INDEPENDENT LIVING COUNCIL Trustee - Surrey Independent Living Council is looking for new Trustees to join our Board. Trustees are responsible and involved in the management and development of this busy and thriving organisation.Training and Development is available to the Trustees in all aspects of the organisations governance and the activity full details available at www.surreyilc.org.uk The Trustee Board is fully supported and all expenses are paid.Treasurer -We require a Treasurer to take on financial management of our Board. You will be required to attend monthly meetings and to undertake some work between each meeting. Knowledge of Sage would be useful but not essential.Travel expenses are paidWe are looking for someone with financial/accountancy experience. We welcome applications for disabled people and carers but this role is open to everyone.

SURREY INDEPENDENT VISITOR SCHEME - Surrey County CouncilVolunteer Independent Visitors are required for befriending children who are in care, either in foster care or residential care who have limited contact with family members. Training and support given and expenses paid, times vary but usually outside school hours.

SURREY SEARCH AND RESCUESurrey Search and Rescue exists to offer a special service to the Police and other emergency services throughout Surrey, and the rest of the UK if called upon. The unit is operational 365 days a year, 24 hours a day.On average 2100 people go missing in Surrey every year, although they do not all require a full call out or search.We have a high percentage in the Surrey area of people that can be classified as being vulnerable and will need our assistance. These include the elderly and those suffering from dementia, Alzheimer's and children that go missing for a number of reasons.Non-operational members: To help maintain equipment, keep vehicles on the road, carry out fundraising and recruitment activities and assist with the accounts.Although Non-operational members do not get actively involved in searches, these members are equally vital to the Unit

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SURREY STOP SMOKING SERVICEThe Surrey Stop Smoking Service offers free stop smoking support and advice to residents of Surrey, through community clinics, telephone support and one to one servicesTelephone Support ServiceTo telephone new clients and discuss the stop smoking support options available and booking them onto chosen path. Volunteers will be making a huge contribution towards the better health of clients.

SURREY WILDLIFE TRUSTEnvironmental Volunteers are wanted for various projects in Pirbright and surrounding areas, mainly in practical conservation (Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday). Also weekend work at Horsell Common (see above) and Brentmoor Heath. All parties are supervised. Other occasional opportunities include planning and land use, otter and river projects, ecological surveying.

SUSTRANSSustrans is a leading UK charity enabling people to travel by foot, bike or public transport for more of the journeys we make every day. We work with families, communities, policy-makers and partner organisations so that people are able to choose healthier, cleaner and cheaper journeys, with better places and spaces to move through and live in.Volunteers Ranger - Our volunteers in Woking could do with an extra pair of hands helping them look after National Cycle Network. This role will ideally suit someone who lives in the area. You will also be supporting group activities in the area.We have just started a very exciting project aiming to encourage more women to cycle and walk. You will receive support and direction from the local group coordinator and Project Officer for the South East region. Summary of tasksAs a ranger you will be expected to carry out agreed tasks from your local volunteer group plan. Some tasks can be organised by the whole group. Your tasks include:

check for missing or broken signs and replace follow the signing guidance carry out general tidy ups and clear back encroaching vegetation report any major issues to your Volunteer Co-ordinator attend group workdays and signing rides to look after any artwork or mileposts on your route.

SWAN (South-West Woking Assisting Neighbours)Driver to assist people with various tasks such as prescription collection, transport, shopping. Expenses covered.Duty Officers Working from home using our mobile phone to receive calls from needy neighbours - usually requests for lifts to hospital or doctors appointments. Then using their own phone (costs will be reimbursed by SWAN) - to contact suitable volunteers in the organisation to meet the client's needs. Duty Officers may volunteer for as little or as many duties each month that suits them.

SWINGBRIDGE COMMUNITY BOAT PROJECTCrew Members - Crew Members to work with offenders on community payback work doing bank clearance, litter picking, tree coppicing, tidying up the tow paths and clearing nearby open areas, maintenance including fencing, paths, signs and lock gates. Training is provided and you can gain an OCN certificate in 'Maintenance for Outdoor Recreation' - environmental work. (Hoping to offer one Sunday per month if there is enough interest.)Good physical mobility, good people skills. Willingness to work out of doors. Interest in boating and/or countryside management is an advantage.Environmental Volunteers - Participate in environmental bank clearance along the canal waterside and conservation work, litter picking, tree coppicing, tidying up the tow paths and clearing nearby open areas, maintenance including fencing, paths, signs and lock gates. Training is provided and you can gain an OCN certificate in 'Maintenance for Outdoor Recreation' - environmental work. This work takes place Wednesdays between 10-3pm.

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There is an optional opportunity to work with disadvantaged young people and supervised groups of adult offenders who are sentenced by the courts to 'unpaid work'. This work takes place on Fridays and Saturdays between 10-4pm.Initial induction with the Environmental Trainer. An 'induction visit' to Surrey Care Trust core team at Milford, near Godalming, and an explanation of the Trust's commitment to its status as an 'Investor in People'.Volunteer Skipper for Swingbridge 1 - To train as a Volunteer skipper to work on Swingbridge 1- which is used for training in boat crewing and boat management plus teambuilding and educational trips. Volunteers need to have experience of working with young people and the confidence to learn how to take responsibility for skippering boat trips and helping to train other novice volunteers. Accredited training is provided in-house.Once trained, skippers and crew will run trips for community groups. They will share their skills and train people of all ages including young students on our STEPS alternative education programmes and offenders on community payback.Volunteer Skipper - Swingbridge 2 - To train as a Volunteer skipper to work on Swingbridge 2 - which is the base for teams of people carrying out environmental conservation and clearance all year round on Surrey waterways and in nearby parks, nature reserves and green spaces. Volunteers need to have experience of working with young people and the confidence to learn how to take responsibility for skippering boat trips and helping to train other novice volunteers. Accredited training is provided in-house.Once trained, skippers and crew will run trips for community groups. They will share their skills and train people of all ages including young students on our STEPS alternative education programmes and offenders on community payback.

SYMPATHY UKBy focusing on the positive, Sympathy.org.uk brings dignity to individuals (elderly & children) by making them feel loved. While working with sympathy you can give these deprived older people and children new optimism, strength and much happiness that they deserve.This is an opportunity for you to participate in something that will help a number of numerous needy people by collecting funds in a form of donations via donation boxes provided by us.

SYTHWOOD PRIMARY SCHOOLReading Volunteer (WOK 1459). Sythwood primary School has done much in the last few years to improve reading standards. We are always looking to improve our children's reading skills further and this is where you can help. Volunteers are required to hear children read across the primary age range to provide that very important reading practise. You will work with the children on a regular basis for a morning or afternoon session and hours will be flexible to suit.

TALKDysphasia following Stroke - Supporting stroke recovers with speed and language problems by therapeutic workshop groups. To attain maximum possible recovery and independence.A small registered charity based locally in Surrey running 2 hourly weekly therapeutic workshops running within the school term.Help Those Recovering From Stokes - Therapeutic Workshop Volunteers are trained to learn the strategies to help those recovering from strokes with dysphasia (a problem with communication and comprehension) working one to one at Knaphill (Thurs am) There may also need for volunteers who are willing to visit recoverers at home on a regular weekly/fortnightly basis.Communication Support Volunteer Providing support for people with speech and communication difficulties (aphasia/dysphasia) following stroke, in a group workshop for 2 hours a week (term time only). The role involves assisting stroke recoverers in practicing all aspects of communication in a lively and stimulating environment, thus promoting confidence and increasing independence. Speech Therapist led training sessions are also offered once a term to volunteers to support strategies to aid communication.

TEENAGE CANCER TRUSTWe build specialist units in NHS hospitals where young people with cancer are treated with others their own age, in an environment suited to their needs.

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Volunteers for PGA Golf Championship in Wentworth Surrey. Please see page 7 of this booklek for further information.Collection Volunteers – Argos: With over 1100 stores across the UK and Republic of Ireland, we have a unique opportunity to fundraise through bucket collections at busy shopping periods during the year. Collection volunteers must be aged over 16. Younger volunteers are welcomed, providing they are accompanied by adults. You will be receiving cash donations from the public, raising awareness of our work and positively representing Teenage Cancer Trust

TERRENCE HIGGINS TRUSTAdvice, Support, Disabled, Mental Health, Other, Physical Disability, Asylum Seekers Support Service for people infected or affected by HIVCommunity Support Volunteers: to provide support for clients who require a structured period of support to enable them to reach agreed personal and/or self management goals

THE THERAPY GARDENTo create a centre for horticultural training and rehabilitation for people with mental and physical disabilities within a 15 mile radius of Normandy, near Guildford, Surrey.Creative Assistant - We are looking for creative people who would be prepared to help on monthly activity days we run for special needs clients who can prepare activities, think of new ideas etc. Fund Raising Assistant - We require help with some of our fund raising activities on an ad hoc basis, which occur throughout the year. Horticulturalist Support Worker - We require volunteer horticulturalist support worker to assist in the Garden alongside our horticulturists in the supervision of our adult clients and teenagers with a variety of disabilities. Duties will include general gardening work as well as assisting with our clients, both children and adults with the opportunity to achieve a qualification in horticulture. No gardening experience is required, just the ability to get along with others and muck in! This can be a great stepping stone to further education or work opportunities.

TLC – HOSPICE SERVICES AT HOMEBefriending Service; complementary therapies; respite service; counselling; telephone helpline; enhanced personal hygiene services; provision of medical suppliesSupport Partner – SUPAR’s (Woking) A "Supar" is a support partner - to an adult with a life limiting condition, their family/carer(s) in their own home. Befriending-helping on an emotional and practical level, providing respite for families and/carers up to 3 hours per week. Supar's offer companionship, and are matched with a client with similar interests. Practical assistance can be helping with light shopping, walking the dog, collecting prescriptions, driving and accompanying people to appointments. The service does not provide personal or nursing care. The charity’s activities are supported by the Big Lottery Fund. Our aim - to make a real difference by improving quality of life at a sensitive and challenging time.Events Helper/Fundraiser. Enthusiastic and fun loving people are required for this role! TLC needs help with local fundraising activities across Hampshire, Surrey and West Sussex. Involvement can range from organising events, distributing leaflets, helping at events, managing street collections, holding small personal events such as coffee mornings, and contributing to the marketing and fundraising plan with new ideas!Trustee: Candidates are sought who will be able to offer sufficient time to enable attendance at board meetings; normally six a year; participation in meetings and on one strategic away day per year.

TOURETTES ACTIONWe offer support through the following activities:Helpdesk - telephone and e-mail. Network of self-help support groups and befriendingWorkshop and conferences. Family activities. Advocacy. Provision of information via the website and print formHelpdesk Volunteer To assist in operating the Helpdesk between 9am-5pm weekdays or out of hours to provide support and information about Tourettes. Full training and support will be given. This is a wonderful opportunity for anyone with experience of Tourettes

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Syndrome and who may be undertaking a counselling degree/qualification. Suitable for volunteers who can make a long term commitment.

TRIANGLE COMMUNITY SERVICES FORMERLY FRIENDS OF THE ELDERLYFriends of the Elderly offers high quality residential and nursing care in 17 Care homes, some with dementia units. We support older people to stay living in their own homes with a range of community services including welfare grants for those in financial need, day clubs, home support, home visiting and telephone befriending.Phoning Friends Phoning Friends creates befriending relationships on the phone between volunteers and isolated older people. You will need to be a good listener; friendly, patient and enjoy talking on the telephone? We will ask you to phone 1 - 3 older people in England or Wales, to reduce their feelings of isolation and loneliness and enhance their contact with the outside world. You will call on a regular basis and build up firm friendships over time, on the phone. You will call an older person at least twice a month for up to half an hour. The calls will be made from your own home or place of work, in line with Employer Supported Volunteer Schemes. We will provide full training, offer regular social events and reimburse expenses.Visitor to Resident: Visiting the residents to take them for walks around the garden or simply just pop in for coffee and a chat. Good communication skills are essential and must be English speaking. (Bernard Sunley Nursing Home)Many Other opportunities available – please request details from Volunteer Co-Ordinator (Bernard Sunley Nursing Home)

VICTIM SUPPORTVolunteers trained to visit victims of crime to offer free, confidential support and advice. Providing a comprehensive service to people who have suffered from crimeCaseworker: We are looking for people to join our local team to provide emotional support to Victims of Crime. Initially requiring 4 days training – over two weeks, this involves face to face and telephone contacts with victims. This volunteering role is done in your own time as part of a team, with supervision close by. We need people who are able to empathise without preconceptions, are “people persons”, have their own computer with basic IT and good communication skills.

VISITING FRIENDSSheltered Housing Events Coordinator - Make a BIG difference by being part of an initiative to help combat isolation and loneliness amongst our older people in sheltered accommodation by organising a tea morning/afternoon once a month. Help by bringing these older people together for a chat and a little socialising. If you are friendly, have a spare 2-3 hours once a month and are able to serve tea and cake, you will be changing the lives of many desperately lonely older people. Home Befriender - A sad fact is that there are over 1 million people over the age of 65 living lonely, isolated lives. You can make all the difference by helping to combat this ever increasing problem by sparing one hour a week to visit an older person living alone, desperate for your friendship.

WATERWAYS RECOVERY - Help to Restore the WaterwaysWeek long working holidays usually start around 4pm on the first Saturday and finish at lunch time on the following Saturday. The working day usually runs from 9am to 5pm (weather dependent) with plenty of tea-breaks and lunch on site. A cooked breakfast and a substantial, home cooked, evening meals are provided.

WATTS GALLERYWatts Gallery in Compton first opened to the public on 1 April 1904. Its aim was to be a Gallery devoted to the art of George Frederic Watts OM RA (1817-1904). G.F. Watts was one of the most eminent artists of the Victorian age and Watts Gallery was to be permanent exhibition of his art for whoever wished to see it, enshrining the vision of 'art for all'. The collection consists of paintings, drawings, prints and sculpture by Watts, all works allocated by him for the nation

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Gallery Steward - Watts Gallery re-opened in late Spring 2011 after a two year restoration. You can be a part of this exciting moment in the Gallery's history by becoming a Gallery steward. Our stewards provide a friendly welcome to visitors and help to answer any questions they may have whilst safeguarding the collection.

WEIGHTLIFTERS SUPPPORTERS FUNDTo assist the development of youth Olympic weightlifting and other activities within the range of British weightlifting for under 19's.Assistance in preparing posters/info to use at Surrey Youth Games June 20The games will be a the Surrey Sport Park ( the Surrey University in Guildford) Small posters are required to help people find the location of the Weightlifting Club which operates these as Satellites of the Woking Weightlifters Club in the Woking Leisure Centre. Might suit an U18 studying art as a project. Someone with time to assist with producing small (A5) postersBookkeeper - We donate up to £14,000 p.a. to Clubs and individuals who support and develop the Olympic sport of weightlifting. We require someone able to teach the secretary how best to record income and expenditure and assist in producing annual reports to the Charity Commission.

WELMEDE HOUSING ASSOCIATIONWelmede provides housing, support and activities to people with learning disabilities and mental health needs. We are a ‘not for profit’ organisation’ with charitable status and we are committed to giving our service users opportunities to achieve and experience anything they wish.Social Club Co-FacilitatorWelmede is a person-centred housing and support organisation passionate about supporting people with disabilities to pursue their chosen lifestyle. You will be involved in planning and organising outings for people with learning disabilities in the Woking area. You will discuss and plan future activities with the individuals and make sure the activities are accessible for as many people as possible. It is an exciting opportunity to help people with disabilities access community based activities and spend time outside of their homes an make friends.

WEST BYFLEET LIBRARYVolunteers needed - Residents in Pyrford enjoy excellent Library facilities from the local West Byfleet Library. We are fortunate to have these facilities which, for example include help for those without their own computer. Do you need a computer printed airline Boarding Pass? The library can print it off for you. Yes, it’s a source of not only books but a host of useful and often important data. Due to decreasing budgets libraries are being encouraged to seek volunteer help and your support would be appreciated.

WILD LEARNINGHoliday Clubs for children aged 5-12, at woodland sites around Surrey and Hampshire. All day camps, our holiday clubs give children the chance to play, learn, get muddy and just be kids in a safe, nurturing but wild environment.Outdoor Learning Holiday Club - Supporting trained “Forest School “ leaders to look after groups of children spending the day having fun in woodlands around Surrey. You will need to be easy going, enjoy the outdoors and love being with children. There are 4 sites across Surrey: Gatton Park near Reigate (National Trust), Claremont near Esher (National Trust), Winkworth Arboretum near Godalming (National Trust) and Alice Holt (near Farnham)

WHITE LODGE CHILDREN’S CENTREWhite Lodge, based in Chertsey, supports disabled children and adults and their families or carers in Surrey and the surrounding areas. We believe it is important not only to provide support and services as early as possible, but also to ensure they are available as and when they are needed.Support worker in Rendezvous - We are looking for enthusiastic and reliable volunteers on Mondays, Wednesdays and Thursdays to provide general help to our staff team in supporting adults who have physical disabilities.

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You will be asked to assist with a variety of activity sessions such as cookery, discussion groups, art and craft, music, and at times may be asked to run the session for short periods if the staff member is called away. Ideally we need people who would be willing to help with personal care and assisting people with their lunch but this is not essentialEvents - Are you able to offer a few hours on an ad hoc basis throughout the year? We need volunteers to help spread awareness of our work and raise vital funds at local events, often in the evenings and weekends. Duties include assembling and running stalls, distributing leaflets and helping with collections.Stock preparation - Are you a rummage with a flair for finding hidden treasures? Come and join us in our onsite shop. We are looking for an enthusiastic and reliable volunteer to help with sorting and pricing clothes and other items .Adult Therapy MS Exercise Group -   We are looking for a volunteer to help with our exercise group for people with Multiple Sclerosis that runs on a Tuesdays 11am-12pm throughout the yearThe role would involve assisting our fitness instructor in setting up equipment before the group and helping clients during the session.Volunteers will require excellent interpersonal skills and to be physically active.Time needed for assistance is 10:45am – 12:15 including set up and clear away time.Gym Club Assistant - To assist Nursery children at Woking Leisure Centre one to one. This is an active role, running, and crawling etc with the children. Every Thursday term time only 11am to 1pmChildren’s Therapy Team - To assist nursery children at White Lodge Centre in the Rock & Roll Group.This is a 1 to 1 role and involves sitting on the floor, lifting and handling nursery children with significant disability and using equipment under the guidance of therapists.  The group runs every Thursday during term time from 1-2pm.Time needed for assistance is 12:45 – 2:15pm including set up and clear away time.Experienced Decorator - To assist with the upkeep of the centre. This will be an ongoing project, and includes the painting of corridors, doors and offices. On a day and time that will suit you, between the hours of 9am to 5pm – Monday to Friday. We ask that you can commit to at least 3 hour sessions due to the preparation and clearing away.PlayschemeshelpersPlay & Leisure Activities – we run a number of after school, evening, weekend and holiday activities for young people are looking for volunteers to help.Playscheme for School Summer holidays including Easter, Xmas and ½ term. Monday to Friday, 9.00 – 5.00, not necessarily required to do all days.Tasks: generally playing with the children and taking part in activities, which include painting, water/sand play, swimming, outings.

WILD LEARNINGHoliday Clubs for children aged 5-12, at woodland sites around Surrey and Hampshire. All day camps, our holiday clubs give children the chance to play, learn, get muddy and just be kids in a safe, nurturing but wild environment.Outdoor Learning Holiday Club - Supporting trained “Forest School “ leaders to look after groups of children spending the day having fun in woodlands around Surrey. You will need to be easy going, enjoy the outdoors and love being with children. There are 4 sites across Surrey: Gatton Park near Reigate (National Trust), Claremont near Esher (National Trust), Winkworth Arboretum near Godalming (National Trust) and Alice Holt (near Farnham

WISDOM TRUST (The)The Wisdom Trust provides education programmes to create wider awareness about poverty, environment and health issues and to support charities and good causes with donations.Web Designer: People with web design skills are needed to help develop the Wisdom Trust website as well as take part in other areas of the Trust's activities. Most of the tasks will be carried out from home.Website Assistant / Online Researcher: You will assist with online research, fundraising online, developing education programmes and help at exhibitions. Anyone with a computer could help out. You could give any amount of time from 5 minutes a week upwards.

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WOKING BOROUGH COUNCIL -_ BROCKHILL DAYCENTREVarious Opportunities - Various roles needed from Reception duties. Coffee bar, serving lunches.

WOKING BOROUGH COUNCIL & WOKING FC Multi-Sports Assistant Coach (Disability) - Woking Football Club, Woking Borough Council and Active Surrey are working in partnership to start a new Inclusive Sports Club in Woking. We are looking for volunteers to support these sessions (starting from Sunday 4 May), you do not necessarily need experience in sport as training/qualifications will be provided where necessary, but experience of working with disabled young people would be highly beneficial. In the long term there may also be the chance for paid employment. Sessions will be aimed at young people from 11 – 16 years old, Woking Inclusive Sports Club will provide opportunities for these young people to play a range of sports. Activities and sports include boccia, new age curling, wheelchair basketball, table cricket, goalball, football and more. All sessions will be overseen by fully qualified, experienced coaches and is therefore a fantastic opportunity for you to be mentored by experienced coaches as well as gaining coaching qualifications in the future.

WOKING (ST MARY OF BETHANY) SCOUT GROUP (7th)Beaver Scout Helper: Initially you would act as a helper within the Beaver Colony with a potential then to move into a uniformed roll. Beaver Scouts are children aged between 6 and 8 yrs old. They belong to the first and youngest section in the Scouting family. Easily recognised by their distinctive turquoise sweatshirts, Beaver Scouts enjoy making friends, playing games, going on visits and helping others. Temporary opportunities for young people doing D of E are also available.

WOKING AND SAM BEARE HOSPICESRegistered charity providing specialist palliative care and support for people with life limiting and terminal illness in Surrey. The Hospice provides community, day care and inpatient services.Warehouse Sorter: Lively and fun person wanted to join our great team in Knaphill. Our main sorting warehouse is a busy and interesting environment. If you have an eye for fashion, an interest in books, toys or bric-a-brac, you are just the person to help the team sort goods ready for distribution to one of our 11 shops. Retail Assistance required. Do you have the flare for fashion? An eye for detail ? Then why not volunteer in one of Woking Hospice shops. There are 17 shops in the borough to choose from. Volunteers required from 9.30am - 1.00pm or from 1.00pm - 5.00pm Mon-Sun. Minimum age 16. By helping out you will be making a difference direct to patient care.Driver/Delivery Person to work in our main warehouse in Knaphill. Collecting and delivering goods to our charity shops. MUST be able to lift heavy boxes and have a clean driving license.

WOKING COMMUNITY MEDIATION SERVICEMediators - Within the community, neighbours may get into disputes over boundaries, hedges and trees, noise, anti-social behaviour, rubbish, parking, children, pets etc. Community Mediators work in pairs with neighbours in this situation to help them resolve the dispute. The process involves meeting with each party to listen to the issues and then, if possible, bringing the two parties together, in a neutral location, where the mediators will facilitate a meeting where each party will listen to each other, discuss the issues and reach an agreement which will usually spell out what each party will do to avoid the problem from arising again, and how they will deal with it if it does. Training will be provided

WOKING CORONERS COURTTo support practically and emotionally the family and other witnesses attending the Coroners' Courts. To liaise with other parties appearing before the Court to ensure their understanding of its role and the procedures in order to facilitate its smooth and effective

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administration. To refer families and witnesses to other Agencies if so requested for ongoing help with coming to terms with their bereavement. Support Volunteer - An opportunity to provide support on the day of the inquest only to families and witnesses going through a traumatic proceeding. Working as part of a team, volunteers will need to commit at least 1 day per fortnight working at the court.

WOKING CYCLE STATIONSCommunity Interest Company that sets out to promote cycling to everyone, young and old and to teach people how to keep their cycles maintained in good order and keep cycling. We are also involved in the sale of second hand refurbished bikes which we complete in our workshop and we give bikes to people for reduced rates who need a bike to get to work or for recreation.Cycle Mechanics We are looking for individuals who have enthusiasm and dedication for cycling and Cycle mechanics who like working with young people to help train them in cycle maintenance and pass on their knowledge and skills. You would be working from our new purpose built Cycle Station Workshop in Goldsworth Park Woking as a valued member of a Community Interest Company that sets out to promote cycling to everyone, young and old and to teach people how to keep their cycles maintained in good order and keep cycling. We are also involved in the sale of second hand refurbished bikes which is done in our workshop and we supply bikes to people at reduced rates. We hope to run three workshop sessions to start with on Tuesday evening 5 till 8pm and on Saturday either morning or afternoon depending on the availability of volunteers responding to this advert. The purpose built workshop presents us with a new opportunity to expand and we need to build a dedicated and enthusiastic team of volunteer mechanics make it a success! If you think you can help or know someone who might like this opportunity we hope you get in touch! Free T shirt provided!

WOKING DISTRICT SCOUTSHall Manager needed for weekly check of hall, replacement of batteries, turning off electrical appliances, checking and report maintenance issues. Reporting on replenishment of washing up and cleaning liquids, washing tea towels. Some DIY and arranging viewings for potential hirers.Section Leader–Challenging and rewarding roles to lead, motivate and inspire young people aged 6 – 25 by providing a varied range of exciting opportunities.These are uniformed youth leadership roles across Woking District. You will deliver an exciting programme of activities for young people in age ranges 6–8 (Beaver scouts) 8 – 10+(Scouts) 14-18 (Explorer Scouts) and 18-25 (Scout Network).Good people skills andenthusiasm are essential.

WOKING FORUM (Older Peoples Forum)The Woking Older People's Forum is a voluntary, non-political association. The principal aim of OPF is to provide a channel of communication through which to represent the views of older residents in Woking on matters of common concern and to ensure that those views are brought to the attention of statutory bodies, voluntary organisations and other interested organisations.The goal of the Forum is improvement in the quality of life of the older people in Woking, not just in health and social care, but also in the wider issues of citizenship.Chairperson: to take on a strategic role, representing the vision and purpose of the Woking Older Peoples Forum, ensuring that the (OPFC) management committee functions properly, that there is full participation at meetings and that all relevant matters are discussed and that effective decisions are made and carried out.MAIN DUTIES:

Take responsibility for managing the committee and the affairs of the club Oversee and guide all decisions taken by the (OPFC) committees In liaison with and oversee the work of the (OPFC) officers In conjunction with the secretary, prepare and present the annual report Liaise with the secretary on the Agenda for each meeting and approve the minutes

before they are circulated Be completely familiar with the constitution, club rules, committee procedures and the

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Liaise with the Treasurer to ensure that funds are spent properly and in the best interests of the Older People's Forum

Help to prepare and submit any statutory documents that are required (e.g. VAT, grant aid reports)

If unable to attend any committee meeting, a written report should be sent to the meeting and the Vice Chairman briefed on the Agenda

WOKING LIONS CLUB Woking Lions Club meets on 1st and 3rd Tuesday's of each month at 7.30pm at Woking Homes, Oriental Road, Woking GU22 7BE. Whilst part of the world's largest charitable organisation, our main work is for the local community. Our logo is "WE SERVE" and aim to help individuals or larger bodies e.g. Community Hospital; Shopmobility: Linkable: Hampers for about 180 needy people distributed annually: Christmas Day meal for the lonely including entertainment at Moorcroft Day Centre: Project Wenceslas helping people in fuel poverty with no gas or electricity to keep them warm: Air Ambulance and many others. Our aims is to have fun and enjoy our fund raising activities and socialsClub Secretary - Club Members main duty is to help those less fortunate than ourselves.Whilst part of the World’s largest charitable Organisation, our main work is in and for those in our local Community.Our motto is “We Serve” and we aim to help individuals and larger bodies eg Community Hospital, Shop mobility; Youth through giving Hi Viz jackets to over 740 young school children; hampers at Christmas to the needy; Christmas Day Meal with entertainment for lonely people; Project Wenceslas raising funds to help those in fuel poverty with and through the CAB; Hospice; LinkAble; Air Ambulance and many others.Our aim is to have fun and enjoy ourselves whilst fund raising, and through social events. We meet on the first and third Tuesday evenings each month.New members - Prepared to help with both fund raising events and distribution when required. Club Members main duty is to help those less fortunate than ourselves in our local Community. We aim to help individuals and larger bodies eg Community Hospital; Shop mobility; Youth through giving Hi Viz jackets to over 740 young school children; hampers at Christmas to the needy; Christmas Day Meal with entertainment for lonely people; Project Wenceslas raising funds to help those in fuel poverty with and through the CAB; Hospice; LinkAble; Air Ambulance and many others. We meet on the first and third Tuesday evenings each month.

WOKING LOCAL ACTION 21Digital Marketing - We're looking for a person who wishes to gain experience in digital marketing. It would be great if you also had a passion for the health of the biosphere as we work towards local sustainability and resilience, we have a main blog which has no social media presence. We also have a local food directory in the need of content. Please feel free to come into WAVS who can put you in touch with LA21

WOKING MENTAL HEALTH RESOURCE CENTRE – SEE CORNERHOUSE

WOKING TALKING NEWSPAPER ASSOCIATIONTo provide a weekly USB memory stick containing local news to visually impaired people of Woking.Recording Engineers: to record master tape that can be copied and dispatched to our visually impaired listeners. Recording takes place on a Friday evening at our studios based the Moorcroft Centre, Westfield, Woking. This fun role sounds more technical than it is; it is easy to pick up and any training will be provided.Administration Assistant Required 1 week in every 3, on a Thursday evening, to undertake, between 4pm and 5pm, various administration tasks involved in the processing and distribution of audio tapes to our visual impaired clients

WOKING TOWN DISTRICT GIRL GUIDE ASSNLeaders/Unit Helpers/General Volunteers In Girlguiding we offer tailored programs to girls aged between 5-14. Each section is made up to benefit the girls in many ways, ensuring they are able to reach their potential along with gaining new skills, becoming more independent, and making many new friends along the way. As a leader you will be

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organising and leading meetings on a weekly basis for girls, ensuring they are reaching the goals laid out form them through the programs. We will offer training to the individual leaders and volunteers, tailored to the age range you are dealing with, along with ensuring you have a valid certificate in first-aid, by offering you a course to attend. Through Girlguiding you will see the girls grow as they work their way through the programs, seeing and output from everything that you input. How much time you put in to guiding, aside the designated meeting time is entirely up to the volunteer. You will enjoy every moment that you put in. You will have the opportunity to work towards qualifications, which are all evidence based, allowing you to do even more fun things with the girls. Throughout the year Girlguiding offers many thanks to its leaders and volunteers by running fun events for them, but you also get to take part in anything that you plan with the girls. You will have fun as well as the girls!

WOKING TWINS CLUBPlaygroup Volunteer - Woking Twins Club aims to support families with multiples in Woking and the surrounding area, by providing advice, encouragement and an environment to share ideas and experiences. WTC is currently run only by mums with young multiples and therefore we are looking for any extra pairs of hands who could help and offer support and advice to (new) parents of multiples. We are based in Woking with out members coming from all over the surrounding areas. We run a weekly bumps, babes, and toddler group for families with, or expecting, multiples and their siblings. These sessions provide a great opportunity to meet other parents and carers of twins or more. We are looking for people who can give a hand in setting and closing up, making tea, helping with craft or playdoh activities, snack time, or give an extra pair of hands for feeding babies and offering any advice or support to parents. Ideally we are looking for volunteers with experience of young children. WTC also hold an annual summer BBQ and Christmas Party and days and nights out with and without the children.We have a range of parenting books and DVDs in the club library. There are various toys, including role-play, ride-ons, puzzles, cars, trains, dolls etc. for the toddlers to play with as well as a craft activity and playdoh each week. There is a separate baby area with soft blankets and baby toys and a friendly environment for the younger children. Babies and toddlers come together at the end of each session for some singing and bubbles.WOKING YOUTH CENTREWoking Youth Centre is in a predominantly Muslim population. The Youth Centre aims, to provide young people between the ages of 11 to 19 years old with a safe environment in which they can have fun, challenge themselves and sometimes even change their life.Assistant Youth Worker - Do you have the ability to inspire and engage young people? We are looking for enthusiastic team members to support and deliver youth work. As Youth Workers we strive to equio young people with the skills, knowledge and experience to recognise and achieve their full potential. You wont need qualifications as training will be provided. We are far more interested in your life experiences, your empathy and your ability to relate and engage with young people.A volunteer who can relate to young people.Tuesday evening's is a womens only group so staff must be female. Volunteers will be expected to read and understand health and safety policy of Woking Youth Centre.

WOODCRAFT FOLKA national voluntary organisation for children and young people, aimed at building a world based on equality, friendship, peace and social justice. There are four groups in Woking and five in Spelthorne, meeting weekly for games, music, drama and craftwork activities. Regular camps, hikes and hostelling.Helper, who likes working with children (5 to 16 years), required to lead groups in games, drama, craftwork and music as well as outdoor activities such as camping, hiking and hostelling. Training and support is offered. Monday evenings 6.30 to 9 pm in Knaphill.

YORK ROAD PROJECTThe York Road Project is a registered charity which runs a direct access hostel for single homeless people in the Woking and surrounding area.Volunteer Charity Fundraiser - To assist in increasing income from fundraising and other funding streams to the York Road Project. The post-holder will work with the Project Manager and Project Director to plan and facilitate fundraising events and also research

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other funding streams that may be available. This will be achieved by establishing a regular fundraising schedule and online research.

YOUNG ENTERPRISE (Surrey)To inspire and equip young people to learn and succeed through enterprise. To provide the opportunity to obtain personal experience of how business works, understand its role in providing employment and creating prosperity and be inspired to improve their own prospects and the competitiveness of the UKBusiness Advisers - Learn to Earn: Business Advisers are required to assist with the delivery of the Young Enterprise scheme in Woking and West Surrey. No previous experience or expert knowledge is required, other than individual experience of work and business, and enthusiasm.Learn to Earn - a range of one day programmes for local schools that enables young people aged 13-15 years to develop a crucial understanding of the importance of developing skills, knowledge and experience for working life through their education and future training. The programme engages students in 6 activity based sessions exploring the relationship between learning and the attainment of personal goals.

YOUR SANCTUARY, Women’s RefugeYour Sanctuary works to prevent domestic abuse and undo the damage it causes to individuals, families and communities. We provide specialist services to women, men and children affected by domestic abuse as well as prevention, advocacy and education programmes. Our clients come from diverse communities, religions, ethnicities, sexual orientations, socio-economic and age groups. Our services include a 24/7 telephone helpline, refuge and outreach/community based services. Helpline Volunteers - yourSanctuary offers specialist services to women, men and children affected by domestic abuse.  We run a 24/7 helpline along with other frontline services such as community outreach and refuge.   Helpline roles can be office or home based and we need volunteers to commit to a minimum two shifts per month.  Full training and support is provided.  Female volunteers only please.Helpline Volunteers (Office Hours): Based at our offices in Woking your will cover regular four hour shifts each week. Offering confidential emotional and practical support to those experiencing domestic abuse, you will also take refuge referrals, find refuge space and signpost to other agencies. A calm and non-judgemental approach is essential. This is ideal for those with an interest in issues related to domestic abuse.Helpline Volunteers (Out of Office Hours): Based at home, you will be provided with a mobile phone on which to take calls. The role will include offering confidential emotional and listening support to callers, providing information and signposting to other services as needed. A calm and non-judgemental approach is essential. Weekdays shifts from 5pm to 9am and weekend shifts from 9am to 1pm, 1pm to 5pm and 5pm to 9am although some flexibility is available. Volunteers on overnight shifts are expected to sleep but need to be able to wake up and take calls if necessary.Budgeting and Debt Management Volunteer: Some people who come into our refuge do so with a level of debt. We are looking for a volunteer with excellent finance and communication skills to provide support in the area of budgeting and debt management to those that require it. This may involve reviewing a residents financial situation and discussing options, contacting companies, writing letters and putting together payment plans, helping situation and discussing options, contacting companies, writing letters and putting together payment plans, helping someone to go down the bankruptcy route and so on. This is a role where you can really make a difference to women’s lives.

YOUTH COUNCIL – Woking Set up to be the voice of young people between 11-19 years promote events to raise profile of the youth council raise money for the chosen charity. Take part in consultations and advise council members on any youth related activity. To run projects that will help or educate other young people in the area and be the main link between council, council officers and peers. Youth Councillor - you will be expected to show a commitment to the council, and attend monthly meeting and any events, training or other opportunities. You

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Residential Volunteering Opportunities

CHILDREN COUNTY HOLIDAY FUND - All about Kids

Activity Break Residential Volunteer The volunteers’ role is to join in with whatever fun and games the week may bring: to get wet, sing, dance, laugh, play games, stay awake, ride bikes, climb, swim and lots, lots more! Also, volunteers should be sensible and aware; help, listen, support, encourage and mediate. Your job is to be there for the children if they need it ... or even if they don’t! To give encouragement and support to a child who has low self-esteem. To listen to a child who may be scared or homesick. To enter into the child's world and be silly and have fun! To understand that, generally, the child's behaviour is a direct result of the environment they have just left. That is, after all, why a child comes to CCHF! Our breaks are designed with children in mind so don’t worry about the activities being too strenuous or challenging. We want you to have a positive experience on our Breaks! So please enjoy them! To be a CCHF Volunteer you must: Be over 18 years old. However, we welcome 16-17 year olds to work alongside other volunteers and learn the ropes. Be able to volunteer for 6 consecutive days or a weekend, attend training and stay with us residentially. Have completed a DBS check and be able to provide two reference checks before you volunteer. Enjoy working with children and have the energy, enthusiasm and empathy to work with children from underprivileged and disadvantaged backgrounds. Hopefully have fun, bring a smile and give the children a fantastic break Excellent training and support

ACTIVENTURE

Activenture runs residential programmes for disabled/special needs young people for typical activities to include: archery, canoeing, zip wire, abseiling, obstacle courses, swimming, craft sessions, days out, live bands, karaoke and disco.Residential Volunteers are needed for this very rewarding role, supervise young people encouraging them to participate in activities and also give assistance and guidance with personal care. You would need a good caring attitude with a ‘get on with the job’ approach and a strong sense of humour.Residential Nurses needed during school holidays throughout the year at Woodrow High House, Amersham and Hindleap Warren, Wych Cross, East Sussex. They require fully qualified nurses to be responsible for the medical needs of the client during the week, including medication, briefing night staff and record keeping in line with Activenture Policy. Volunteers will also have the opportunity to participate in the activities of the centre.Waking Night Volunteers are needed during the school holidays throughout the year any night Sunday to Saturday. Volunteers are needed to care for their disabled/special needs guests during the night. This may involve escorting to the toilet, or as directed by the residential nurse. No previous experience is necessary, as experienced staff will be on hand if required to support. Night staff generally work as a minimum of two people, so would be ideal for a couple, otherwise an experienced partner will be provided. Activities Organiser at Woodrow High House, Amersham, Bucks. Typical activities for all those attending include: archery, canoeing, zipwire/abseiling, obstacle courses, and swimming. The activity organiser will assist in the planning of indoor and outdoor activities (such as craft sessions, days out, live bands, competitions, karaoke & disco) other than those sessions supervised by our own outdoor pursuits instructors. Minimum age 18 years.Helper (16+): This is a unique project with several volunteering roles available to accompany young people with special needs on activity weeks and participating in the activities. We are delighted to have been supported so keenly by the volunteering agencies

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in the South East, and hope that the future will be just as successful. Despite our residential centres being located in both East Sussex and Buckinghamshire, this has not put off volunteers being willing to travel out of their immediate area, presumably as we cover the cost of seven days’ accommodation, meals and activities – many regard us as a week away from home!We would be very pleased to hear from any individuals or groups of volunteers whom would be interested in joining Activenture for a residential activity week as companion helpers to young people who are disabled or have special needs, during school holidays. We offer volunteers free training, and a choice of twelve weeks during the year (generally during school / college holidays). This has proven to be a very useful means to gain experience in support of seeking further education and of course employment. Many volunteers utilise their stay with us to complete their voluntary involvement and Duke of Edinburgh’s Award residential project, however most of our regular volunteers simply return because they enjoy this unique experience.

OVER THE WALL – Holiday Camps

Over The Wall is a very special place for children who are affected by serious or life limiting illnesses. It is the only residential camp in the UK structured on Paul Newman's renowned Hole in the Wall Gang camp. Over The Wall gives children one glorious week of experiences that are memorable, exciting, fun, empowering, physically safe and medically sound. It rebuilds their confidence and most importantly is a place where they can just be children, not children who are sick. As Paul Newman puts it "A place where kids can kick back, relax and raise a little hell".Camp Team Staff directly care for our Campers (not medical care), giving lots of positive encouragement and support to the campers and treat them as 'special', not because they, or their sibling, have been ill, but because they are children and young people, each with their own unique gifts and talents.Volunteering at an Over The Wall camp is great fun and hard work. The rewards at the end of the week can be immense. Seeing the difference in the campers after just one week can be amazing and tremendously satisfying. Time spent at camp makes a difference to the volunteers, too! You will learn a lot about yourself, meet like-minded people and make new friends!

WATERWAY RECOVERY GROUP WOKING

Waterway Recovery Group runs a programme of unique week-long residential volunteering opportunities, known as "Canal Camps" designed to restore the derelict canals of England and Wales to their former glory. Volunteering with WRG is a great experience for anyone who loves being outdoors and enjoys meeting people from different backgrounds and of different ages (18+). WRG offer volunteers a chance to learn new skills such as bricklaying, stone walling, machine operation and restoration techniques. Volunteers who want to get outdoors and dirty and help restore the derelict waterways of Britain. No skills or experience necessary.

Each Canal Camp usually runs for seven days, each volunteer is asked to contribute £56 for the week (or £8 per day) - towards the cost of their accommodation and the three meals a day that are provided. Most accommodation, which is best described as basic, is in sports centres, schools or village halls.

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Volunteering

One of the better-known benefits of volunteering is the impact on the community. Unpaid volunteers are often the glue that holds a community together. Volunteering allows you to connect to your community and make it a better place. Even helping out with the smallest tasks can make a real difference to the lives of people, animals, and organizations in need. And volunteering is a two-way street: It can benefit you and your family as much as the cause you choose to help. Dedicating your time as a volunteer helps you make new friends, expand your network, and boost your social skills.

Volunteering helps you make new friends and contacts

One of the best ways to make new friends and strengthen existing relationships is to commit to a shared activity together. Volunteering is a great way to meet new people, especially if you are new to an area. Volunteering also strengthens your ties to the community and broadens your support network, exposing you to people with common interests, neighborhood resources, and fun and fulfilling activities.

Volunteering increases your social and relationship skills

While some people are naturally outgoing, others are shy and have a hard time meeting new people. Volunteering gives you the opportunity to practice and develop your social skills, since you are meeting regularly with a group of people with common interests. Once you have momentum, it’s easier to branch out and make more friends and contacts.

Volunteering with the family

While it might be a challenge to coordinate everyone’s schedules, volunteering as a family has many worthwhile benefits. Children watch everything you do. By giving back to the community, you show them firsthand how volunteering makes a difference and how good it feels to help other people and animals and enact change. It’s also a valuable way for you to get to know organizations in the community and find resources and activities for your children and family.

Tips for Getting Started Volunteering

First, ask yourself if there is something specific you want to do. For example, do I want… …to make it better around where I live …to meet people who are different from me …to try something new …to do something with my spare time …to see a different way of life and new places …to have a go at the type of work I might want to do as a full-time job …to do more with my interests and hobbies …to do something I’m good at

The best way to volunteer is to match your personality and interests. Having answers to these questions will help you narrow down your search.

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