Volunteer Opportunities - Spring / Summer 2013

I want to Volunteer

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Call us, email us, or drop in for a chat to find out more: 01484 518457, [email protected],

Volunteering Kirklees, 15 Lord Street. Huddersfield, HD1 1QB Volunteering Kirklees is your local expert in volunteering. We help individuals to find interesting and rewarding opportunities as well as supporting organisations that involve volunteers.

Why Volunteer? There are many reasons to volunteer; here are just a few of them:

Meet new people

Gain real skills, experience and training

Feel useful

Boost your job prospects

Make a positive contribution to your community

Improve your health and wellbeing

Make a difference This booklet has a list of some of the latest local opportunities for volunteers, but it’s just a sample. There are new opportunities being created every week.

How Do I Get Started? Here at Volunteering Kirklees we realise that first step into volunteering can often be a confusing one. We’ve produced this easy to use step-by-step guide to get you on the right path 1/ Read through the rest of this guide. The FAQs on the next page will answer some of the basic questions you may have. The opportunities listed later on will give you a feel for the variety of different roles available. 2/ Think about what kind of roles you’re interested in, what types of organisations you’d like to volunteer with, what skills you already have & what skills you’d like to gain / develop, where you would like to volunteer & how often. 3/ Once you have an idea of the type(s) of role(s) you are looking for you can either: Visit the www.do-it.org.uk website to search through the opportunities yourself or come to see us at the Volunteer Centre (15 Lord Street, Huddersfield, HD1 1QB) any Tuesday or Wednesday (10am-3pm) where you can meet with an advisor who will help you search. We also run a weekly session at Dewsbury Library every Thursday morning (10am-1pm).

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Want to pop in to see us? We’re open... Every Tuesday & Wednesday @ Volunteering Kirklees

(10am –3pm) or Thursdays @ Dewsbury Library (10am-1pm)

Frequently Asked Questions,

Who can volunteer? Almost anyone can volunteer, including:

Young people

Refugees and asylum seekers

Job seekers

Older and / or retired people

Busy people

People with a criminal record

People receiving benefits What can I offer? Your time, enthusiasm and skills. Everyone has got something to offer (even if you don’t think that you have). It’s a good idea to think about what you’d like to get out of being a volunteer - this can help you to find the right thing for you.

How old do I have to be? Most volunteering opportunities are open to anyone over 18. For Under 18’s volunteering, more info is available via the www.volunteeringkirklees.org.uk website. How can Volunteering Kirklees help you to get started?

Provide you with information on the wide variety of voluntary work available

Give you details (names, addresses, phone numbers) of organisations looking for volunteers and explain more about their work

Help you decide on the kind of voluntary work you may want to try

Outline what you should expect as a volunteer / what is expected of you

How Do I Keep Up With The Latest Opportunities? The Volunteering Kirklees website (www.volunteeringkirklees.org.uk) is regularly updated with the latest news & info. For those familiar with Social Media you can also find us on Facebook (www.facebook.com/volcentrekirklees) and on Twitter (@vckirklees) We also offer a free text service, in which we can send the latest opportunities by text message direct to your mobile phone. For more information how to sign up, visit www.volunteeringkirklees.org.uk

What are CRB / DBS checks? Different opportunities have different application processes. Roles which involve working with vulnerable people (children, young people, people with disabilities, & the elderly) often require a Disclosure & Barring Service (DBS) check. The DBS check is a new process introduced in 2013 to replace the previous Criminal Record Bureau (CRB) check. More info about DBS checks can be found via the www.volunteeringkirklees.org.uk or by asking at the Volunteer Centre.



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Accounts / Finance

Pennine Domestic Violence Group

Administration / IT

Citizens Online

Communities United Project

DEBRA

Denby Dale Centre

Fusion Housing

Kirkwood Hospice

Leonard Cheshire Disability

Lifeline Kirklees

Lorna Young Foundation


RSPCA (Halifax, Huddersfield & District)

St John Ambulance

Sue Ryder

The Nerve Centre United Churches Healing Ministry

WomenCentre Calderdale & Kirklees

Advice & Support

Age UK (Calderdale & Kirklees)

CRI The Base

Home-Start Kirklees

19th Huddersfield Golcar Guides

National Childbirth Trust

Stroke Association

Animals & Wildlife

Dial Wood Carriage Driving For The

Disabled

West Yorkshire Dog Rescue

Arts & Culture

Holme Valley Gardening Network

Jubilee Melody Makers


Befriending & Mentoring

Age UK (Calderdale & Kirklees0

Better Future For The Blind

Cloverleaf Advocacy

Denby Dale Centre


Making Space

St Anne’s Community Services


WRVS Kirklees

Caring & Elderly


Friend To Friend

Leeds Housing Concern

WRVS

Catering


Leeds Housing Concern

Longwood Village Group

Oakes Baptist Church / Oakes Community

Cafe

Charity Shops

Canal & River Trust

Cancer Research

DEBRA

Forget Me Not Children’s Hospice

Kirkwood Hospice

Oxfam

PDSA Dewsbury & Brighouse

Sense United Churches Healing Ministry

Yorkshire Children’s Centre

Children & Youth


CRI The Base

Heavy Woollen District Scouts

19th Huddersfield Golcar Guides

Huddersfield Ramsden Division Guides

Matrix

Prince’s Trust

UFA Yorkshire / National Citizens Service

Conservation, DIY, Gardening &

Environment

Canal & River Trust

Holme Valley Gardening Network

Stirley Community Farm United Churches Healing Ministry

Disability


Driving


Denby Dale Centre


Friend To Friend

Kirkwood Hospice

WRVS Kirklees

Education & Literacy

Canal & River Trust

Citizens Online

Kirklees Learning Service – Reading

Friends

Integration Up North (Migration Yorkshire)

Stanleys Training Project

OPPORTUNITIES BY AREA OF INTEREST

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Events & Activities


Canal & River Trust

Breast Cancer Care


Groundwork Trust

Friend To Friend


Kirkwood Hospice


Missing People


Families

Home-Start Kirklees

National Childbirth Trust

First Aid

St John Ambulance

Fundraising

Cancer Research

Christ Assembly MESI

DEBRA

Denby Dale Centre

Dial Wood Carriage Driving For The

Disabled

Friend To Friend

Hollybank Trust

Home-Start Kirklees



St John Ambulance

Stroke Association

Trans Pennine Trail (Penistone – Dunford

Bridge) United Churches Healing Ministry

Health, Hospitals & Hospice

Cancer Research

Media / PR / Marketing



DEBRA

Lorna Young Foundation

Trans Pennine Trail (Penistone – Dunford

Bridge)

Prisoners & Ex Offenders

West Yorkshire Community Chaplaincy

(WYCCP)

Sport & Development



Trustee / Committee Members



Denby Dale Centre

Friend To Friend

Home-Start Kirklees



Slaithwaite Community Association

The Welcome Centre

West Yorkshire Dog Rescue

Please note, this is just a sample of the many opportunities available. For full,

updated listings visit www.do-it.org,uk or come to see us at the Volunteer Centre

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VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES Spring / Summer 2013 Outlined below are some of the many opportunities currently available. Please contact Volunteering Kirklees for more details about these & many more.

Confidential appointments are always available.

Age UK (Calderdale & Kirklees) Org Details: Providing older people with a variety of services, including

information & advice, advocacy & support, day care & befriending.

Roles: Befriender – Visiting the elderly in their homes to provide

conversation, stimulation & a listening ear. May also involve helping with practical issues & offering to support to those wish hearing or visual issues Day Care Helper – Talking to people who attend the organisation’s numerous day care centres across the region & encouraging them to engage in social activities. Ideal for anyone with a hobby or passion they wish to share with others. Drivers – Transporting older people to & from the day care centres / their homes. Can use own car or organisation’s mini bus. Volunteer – Helping people with their recovery & rehabilitation after a hospital stay. Duties may include accompanying individuals to follow up appointments, collection of prescriptions, & making home visits to reduce / prevent depression. Marketing & Events Volunteers – Organising, promoting & attending fundraising events. Will include writing press releases & social media / website content. Meeters & Greeters – Offering a friendly face & helpful signposting information to older people who use attend their day centres in Dewsbury & Fartown. Swimming Project Volunteers – Helping older people attend their once weekly Swimming Project (currently running on Mondays). Duties involve everything from accompanying individuals on their journey to & from the pool, helping them prepare for the session, & providing support in the pool and / or watching on the sidelines.

Support: Travel expenses & induction training provided for all roles

Commitment: Dependent on role

Location: Calderdale & Kirklees

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Better Future For The Blind Org Details: A befriending service for the visually impaired, aiming to reduce

loneliness and isolation.

Roles: Activity Club Volunteers – Help members in their local area attend group meetings Befrienders – Visit a visually impaired person once a week, to provided companionship & friendship. Committee Member - Playing a strategic role in shaping the future of this organisation.

Support: Induction training provided

Location: Kirklees

Other: DBS check required

Breast Cancer Care Org Details: Providing practical & emotional advice & support to those

undergoing treatment for cancer.

Roles: Best Foot Forward Walk Leader – Planning, promoting and leading 30 minute walks designed to encourage physical activity and social interaction amongst those currently undergoing treatment.

Support: Travel & out of pocket expenses. Training provided

Commitment: Two 30 minute walks per month

Location: Kirklees

Other: Only suitable for individuals who have experienced treatment for cancer themselves, and are at least post 18 months from their initial diagnosis

Canal & River Trust Org Details: Entrusted with the care of 2,000 miles of waterways in England

& Wales, the trust works to inspire as many people as possible to connect with their canals & rivers.

Roles: Events Assistants & Co-ordinators – To encourage people to take an interest in their local waterways through fun activities. Provides plenty of opportunities to meet new people & improve communication skills.

Huddersfield Broad Towpath Taskforce – Held on the second Friday of every month, the Towpath Taskforce is a drop in session (from 10am-3pm) for volunteers to help with tasks such as painting, weeding, cutting back vegetation, litter picking & general maintenance.

Lock Keeper – Providing a polite and warm welcome to waterway visitors, assisting boaters through the locks and helping to maintain the area.

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Retail & Catering Assistants – Preparing food & serving customers in the small but busy visitors attraction.

Visitor Centre Guides – Greeting visitors, providing information & answering any general enquiries regarding exhibits & nearby waterway attractions.

WOW Education Volunteers - Working as part of the WOW education team, duties include taking part in school visits, leading water safety activities, as well as researching local waterway history, & helping out with WOW marketing.


Location: Huddersfield

Other: Latest Towpath Taskforce dates can be found via the www.canalrivertrust.org.uk website

Cancer Research Org Details: The world’s largest volunteer supported organisation, dedicated

to cancer research.

Roles: Breast Cancer Awareness Ambassadors – Helping to distribute information in your local area, as well as contacting local businesses encouraging them to support the ‘Join The Fight’ campaign.

Fundraising Campaign Volunteers – Planning, organising & running a variety of fundraising activities.

Kirklees Action Team Members – Assisting at one-off fundraising & awareness raising events.

Shop Worker – Serving customers & sorting stock in one of the charity’s shops.

Volunteer Speakers / Community Representatives – Representing the charity in your local area & providing info for those wishing to get involved.

Location: Kirklees

Christ Assembly MESI Org Details: A new Christian group who aim to promote their faith, as well as

helping with the prevention & relief of poverty.

Roles: Fundraising Co-ordinator – Organising & leading fundraising activities, to help the group continue to develop and attract sponsorship. The work is flexible & new ideas are welcomed.

Support: On the job training, travel expenses may be provided

Commitment: Wednesday daytime, Saturday & Sunday afternoons

Location: Huddersfield Other: Good computer & communication skills essential. Previous

fundraising experience desirable

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Citizens Online Org Details: A national charity set

up to tackle the issue of digital inclusion – to make sure that everyone has access to the Internet,& that individuals & communities alike understand the benefits of being online.

Roles: Digital Champion – Volunteers needed to help out at events & sessions; showing people the basics of using a computer, helping them to access the Internet, setting up email accounts & general guidance.


Location: Kirklees

Cloverleaf Advocacy Org Details: Advocacy helps people to get their voice heard. Cloverleaf

provides independent & confidential advocacy services for carers, older people, people with mental health needs, learning disabilities, physical & sensory impairments, and people with brain injuries.

Roles: Volunteer Befriender – Befrienders are needed to provide one-to-one support to vulnerable adults who are socially isolated. Support can be given in person, over the telephone, or in a group setting in Huddersfield or Dewsbury.

Support: Travel expenses provided. Induction and on-going training available

Commitment: Flexible

Location: Dewsbury & Huddersfield


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Volunteering Kirklees, 15 Lord Street. Huddersfield, HD1 1QB

Library (10am

Communities United Project Org Details: Working with under-resourced communities, helping them to set

up & run sports & creative activities for young people.

Roles: Multisports / Coaching Assistants – To provide coaching at sports sessions; including football, kwik cricket, dodgeball. rounders & basketball, & / or street dance sessions. Playscheme Assistants – Running arts & crafts activities, such as; claywork, glass painting, jewellery making, card making, friendship bracelets, hair braiding & henna tattooing, for during school holidays. Trustees – Helping CUP to increase & diversify its range of activities, as well as offering guidance for the future. Youth Work Assistants - Providing assistance at football & multisport coaching sessions. Duties include assisting the coach, taking registers & general help. Assistance with day trips during school holidays also needed.

Location: Kirklees


CRI ‘The Base’ Org Details: Working with at risk groups in society, empowering individuals to

make positive changes in their lives. To achieve this, they provide access to training, education, employment opportunities & leisure activities.

Roles: Young Person’s Substance Misuse Volunteer – Working with young people (ages 10-25), providing assistance & support, as well as maintaining records of clients.

Support: Out of pocket expenses, training provided

Commitment: Flexible. Monday – Fridays, ideally for a minimum of six months

Location: Based in Huddersfield, but working throughout Kirklees



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DEBRA Org Details: Helping people affected by EB (Epidermolysis Bullosa) – a

genetic disorder where the skin blisters and does not repair it. The organisation works to promote research into the cause, nature, treatment of EB, & to relieve the physical & mental suffering amongst those suffering with EB.

Roles: Cash Creators / Fundraisers / Event Specialists – Planning & running fundraising events. Fundraising Committee Member – Co-ordinating fundraising activities & generating new ideas. Public Speaker – Representing the group in your local community Shop Volunteers – Providing retail help in the organisation’s charity shops, serving customers & sorting stock. Social Media Guru – Managing the organisation’s online presence to encourage interaction from others. Youth Engagement Volunteer – Helping identify & plan opportunities to talk to local youth groups about DEBRA.

Location: Kirklees. Holmfirth, Netherton, Salendine Nook for shop based roles

Denby Dale Centre Org Details: Working with the Denby Dale & Kirkburton local community, the

centre helps to reduce poverty & feelings of isolation of those most vulnerable.

Roles: Activity Club Support Workers - Welcoming & chatting to older people, setting up & clearing tables, assisting in delivery of activities (arts/crafts, singing, local history etc), preparing & serving refreshments, keeping records/monitoring, & making people comfortable Fundraising & Promotion Volunteers – Helping the fundraising team with ideas & suggestions for future events. IT Trainers - Poviding one to one support & training on digital technology for adults. One-to-One Befrienders – Visiting socially isolated people in their homes, offering friendship & a listening ear. Receptionist / Cashier – Offering support at their drop in centre & charity shops. Trustees –Ensuring that the charity complies with legislative and regulatory requirements, as well as assisting with promotion, development, & financial management. Volunteer Drivers –To drive the group’s minibus (or own car) to escort members to & from the centre.

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Location: Denby Dale & Kirkburton

Other: DBS check required for some of the above roles

Dial Wood Carriage Driving For The Disabled Org Details: Enabling people with disabilities to carriage

drive & spend time with ponies, Dial Wood provides benefits to their clients’ health & well-being, as well as helping them to achieve personal goals.

Roles: Carriage Driving Helpers –Accompanying users on carriage rides, & providing assistance where necessary.

Fundraisers – Helping with organisation, income & promotion. Stable Yard Helpers – Cleaning stables & caring for the ponies. Volunteer Co-ordinators – Working with the organisations

numerous volunteers, recruiting new volunteers & providing basic training.

Support: Induction training & travel expenses provided. Also offer volunteer qualifications.

Location: Flockton

Other: Ideally suited to those who love working with animals. DBS check required.

Forget Me Not Children’s Hospice Org Details: Supporting life-limited children, young people, & their families.

They offer nursing care, practical help & emotional support to families at their purpose built hospice at Brackenhall to give a wide range of care, therapies, & play activities.

Roles: Event Assistants – To attend & help out at fundraising events throughout the year. Retail Assistants – To sort donated stock & help serve customers in their numerous charity shops. Volunteer Drivers – To transport clients to & from the hospice.

Support: Induction training & travel expenses provided.

Commitment: Weekdays & Saturday daytime

Location: Kirklees

Friend To Friend Org Details: A local charity offering a range of activities for older people

including: arm chair exercise, mobility & walking groups, monthly meals, a men’s group, arts & crafts, local history, & monthly get togethers.

Roles: Activity Group Helper – Assisting with a range of tasks including: food preparation & cooking, serving & washing up, setting up tables & chairs, as well as arts & crafts sessions.

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Activity Group Leader – Providing a range of activities for groups of older people ranging from arts & crafts, to quizzes & speakers. Will be responsible for keeping a register & collecting member fees.

Driver – Required to provide transport (using their own cars) for social activities & outings at least once a month. Mini bus driver also required (MIDAS licence required).

Fundraisers – Helping with a variety of fundraising activities including events, corporate fundraising, & grant applications.

Helper – Accompanying & supporting members whilst on outings, usually twice a month.

Transport Organiser – Co-ordinating transport (mini bus & taxis) to enable members to participate in group activities & outings. Can be worked from home if desired.

Trustee Board Member – Attending a bi monthly board meeting, helping bring fresh ideas and enthusiasm to the organisation. Meeting are usually held on Monday evenings, five or six times a year.

Volunteer Group Leader – Leading a group of older people & volunteers by providing a variety of activities, keeping a register, & collecting member fees. Must be able to offer support to those with additional needs, i.e. hearing impairment, learning disabilities.

Support: Travel expenses can be provided for all roles, meal for some. Induction training available for all roles, with additional training on offer relevant to role description

Location: Holmfirth & Netherton

Fusion Housing Org Details: Providing a wide range of support

about homelessness & housing issues. They give specialist housing advice, learning support, and have a recycled furniture scheme, as well as helping people with legal housing issues, homelessness, housing arrears, disrepair issues, debt advice in possession proceedings and representation in court.

Roles: Administrator – Duties include: filing, photocopying, emailing, handling post & telephone calls, as well as helping with displays.

Course Support – Helping & encouraging individuals to attend the organisation’s various courses, by providing info & support.

Support: Induction training provided. Travel & meal expenses available to those who volunteer for more than five hours.

Location: Kirklees

Other: Three-month commitment required for Administrator role.

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Groundwork Trust Org Details: Helping young people (ages 16–24) by giving support on

expectations at work, career choices and the next steps to accessing employment.

Roles: Green For Go Project Volunteers – helping the Project Leader to encourage people with learning difficulties, mental health problems, and physical disabilities to learn new skills, make new friends, & gain confidence through a range of outdoor activities. Volunteers will help prepare activities and offer one-to-one & group support to participants as they take part.

Support: Some travel and meal expenses provided. Induction training available

Commitment: Monday & Thursday daytime Location: Huddersfield

Heavy Woollen District Scouts Org Details: Delivering fun, friendship, adventure, and opportunities for over

400,000 young people across the UK.

Roles: Scouting Volunteers – Required for numerous groups including Beavers, Cubs, Scouts & Explorers. Duties include planning and running a programme of activities.

Support: Informal, and nationally recognised training is provided to all volunteers, including Safeguarding, & Scout Leaders qualifications

Commitment: Weekday evenings / Weekend mornings

Location: Groups are held in Batley, Birstall, Dewsbury, Heckmondwike, Mirfield, & Roberttown


Hollybank Trust Org Details: Meets the needs of children and adults with complex disabilities,

but aims to reach beyond meeting purely physical needs to nurture, develop and enrich lives.

Roles: Fundraisers – To represent the Trust & assist with event organisation, bucket collections, distribution of promotional leaflets, & the recruitment of more volunteers.

Location: Kirklees

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Holme Valley Gardening Network Org Details: A community gardening project offering various practical

opportunities in learning how to grow food locally, compost home waste and support individuals developing a deeper understanding of nature.

Roles: Gardening & Cooking Volunteers – To help with harvesting & cooking, & planning menus in relation to seasonal cycles. Gardening Arts & Crafts Volunteers – To run activities such as willow weaving, printing & ceramics. Horticulture Volunteers – To learn basic soil management, propagation, as well as sowing & planting techniques.

Support: On the job training & other training may be accessed, relevant to the role.

Location: Holme Valley

Other: A willingness to work outdoors and to learn is crucial

Home-Start Kirklees Org Details: Home-Start offers support, friendship and practical help to

families with at least one child under the age of five. They need dedicated and enthusiastic volunteers who are preferably parents themselves and know how valuable support can be.

Roles: Home Visitor - Volunteers are matched with a family with whom they visit once a week to provide practical & emotional support.

Friend of Home-Start – To help raise funds for the charity. Trustees – to attend board meetings & help lead the group.

Support: Full training is provided. Travel & other out of pocket expenses are paid.

Commitment: Minimum commitment for Home Visitors ideally 12 months. Trustee committee meets once every six weeks.

Location: Dalton & across Kirklees


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19th Huddersfield Golcar Guides Org Details: A membership-led organisation that

provides a girl-only space for their guides, that is free from the pressure of a mixed gender setting.

Roles: Guide Assistants - To provide help & support at meetings every Wednesday night for an hour & a half.

Support: Induction training provided, but do not cover any expenses

Commitment: Wednesday evenings

Location: Golcar

Huddersfield Ramsden Division Guides Org Details: Providing social activities & events for over 700 members of Girl

Guiding UK in the area.

Roles: Volunteer Leader – An excellent opportunity for individuals to help out, and gain experience with children & young people.

Support: Ongoing mentoring & one-to-one support available.

Location: Kirklees


Integration Up North (Migration Yorkshire) Org Details: Working with local councils & community groups to improve the

way they engage with & support new arrivals in the community.

Roles: Assistant Trainer – Helping to run training courses and participating by sharing your own story of your arrival in the UK. May include talking about your own experiences and helping to produce new training materials.

Support: Travel expenses for public transport. Lunch provided for full day sessions

Commitment: Weekdays

Location: Throughout Kirklees

Other: The role is aimed at those who have experienced arriving in the UK from outside the EU (but not a refugee / asylum seeker / on a temporary visa). Must be able to understand and speak English clearly.

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Jubilee Melody Makers Org Details: Runs groups to support parents and educate children through

play, stories, music, craft and cooking.

Roles: Community Centre Assistant - Supporting community groups with general admin tasks, and preparing the centre for upcoming events. Craft Helpers - Who are willing to sit alongside parents and children and get involved with craft activities. Door Welcomers - To meet and great parents, collect money, and ensure that all participants sign in. Kitchen Helpers - To provide refreshments during the sessions. Organisational Helpers - To set up and pack away events.

Support: Induction training provided.

Location: Paddock, Huddersfield

Other: DBS check required for some roles. Positive attitude & ability to work unsupervised is essential

Kirklees Learning Service – Reading Friends Org Details: Supporting children with their reading skills.

Roles: Reading Friends – Required to work with two children each for half an hour for 10 weeks. Ideal for anyone with a passion for reading they wish to share.

Support: Training provided to give volunteers a greater understanding of how children learn to read and how they can best support them

Location: At various schools across Kirklees


Kirkwood Hospice Org Details: Supporting both patients and the families of those suffering life

threatening illness, Kirkwood Hospice provide specialist care across Kirklees

Roles: Drivers / Mini Bus Drivers – To bring clients to & from the Hospice, & to assist transporting goods between their charity shops in the region.

Hairdresser – Required to help trim & cut hair of residents. Previous experience and / or qualifications essential. Receptionist – Helping to greet visitors and taking accurate messages. May involve dealing with upset people and busy staff – compassion essential. Shop Volunteers – Staff needed in their charity shops to help with customer services. Roles available in Almondbury, Batley, Cleckheaton, Dalton, Denby Dale, Dewsbury, Heckmondwike,

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Holmfirth, Honley, Huddersfield, Kirkburton, Lindley, Marsden, Meltham, Milnsbridge, Mirfield, Newsome, & Slaithwaite.

Summer Events Assistant – Organising & helping with various fundraising activities over the summer months.

Tea Maker / Greeter - To be based on the Hospice’s Ward Reception at Huddersfield Royal Infirmary.

Location: Kirkwood & across Kirklees

Leeds Housing Concern Org Details: Providing a safe place where people with serious memory

problems / dementia can go to socialise. The organisation runs a number of dementia cafes across Kirklees.

Roles: Café Volunteers – To be involved with all aspects of the day-to-day running of the cafes: from meeting & greeting customers, to preparation of refreshments, & acting as a befriender.

Support: Induction & training provided

Commitment: Minimum of three hours once a month

Location: Kirklees


Leonard Cheshire Disability Org Details: Promoting the independence of disabled people and upholding

their physical, mental and spiritual well-being. Roles: Arts & Crafts Volunteers - To lead arts & crafts based projects.

Befrienders – to visit the home & chat with residents, as well as escorting residents on trips out.

Escort - Accompanying disabled wheel-chair users to the shops, cinema, to church or football matches or a drink at the local pub. Event - Organising events such as pie and peas, pampering night, race night, residents meetings etc Fundraisers – To plan & participate in fundraising events on behalf of Leonard Cheshire. Gardener – Maintaining & developing the extensive grounds around Leonard Cheshire Disability. Photography & Social Media Volunteers – To help capture & produce content that will promote the group.

Sport Volunteers – Individuals with an enthusiasm for sport required to encourage residents to participate in exercise activities.

Support: Induction training provided. Travel & some lunch expenses

Location: Cleckheaton & Huddersfield

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Lifeline Kirklees Org Details: Lifeline is a drug and alcohol treatment service. It offers advice,

information and support related to drug and alcohol dependency. This includes harm minimisation, complementary therapies, counselling, education and employment support and referral to other specialist services.

Roles: All volunteers are given a month’s induction training to the organisation before deciding which area they are interested in. Roles available include Administrator, Adult Services & Counsellor.

Location: Dewsbury & Huddersfield


Longwood Village Group Org Details: Providing community facilities for the residents of Longwood. To

fund this they run a community coffee shop, staffed by volunteers.

Roles: Coffee Shop Volunteers – Duties include: setting up tables, waiting on customers, taking orders, serving & clearing up.

Support: Health & Safety, & Basic Hygiene training provided

Location: Longwood

Lorna Young Foundation Org Details: LYF helps smallholders in developing countries to take more

control of their businesses. In the UK they help create ethical trading social enterprises and raise awareness about trade injustice in the developing world.

Roles: Admin & Research Assistant – Sourcing information about potential funders, producing reports, making funding applications on behalf of LYF and helping with written communications.

School Outreach - Contacting local schools & colleges via phone & email, to organise meetings & support the initial set up of enterprise groups with staff & students. Social Media Assistant – Helping to promote and develop awareness of LYF’s projects via social media (Facebook / Twitter / forums and blogging). Role involves sourcing news worthy stories from the LYF and from talking with staff members. Also includes assisting with design of promotional literature & flyers.

Support: Travel expenses covered (when needed). Ongoing training provided

Commitment: Flexible. Some of the duties can be completed from home.

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Volunteering Kirklees, 15 Lord Street. Huddersfield, HD1 1QB

Making Space Org Details: Offering advice, information & support for those living with

dementia, and their loved ones.

Roles: Dementia Support Volunteer – Volunteers are needed to provide emotional support and understanding to people living with dementia. Informal groups are run across the region, at which you would be required to make tea & coffee, greet attendees, encourage involvement in group activities, & talk to members.

Support: Travel & meal expenses may be paid. Induction training provided

Commitment: Volunteers needed for a minimum of two hours. Sessions run on Monday, Tuesdays, Wednesdays & Fridays.

Location: Kirklees


(1 Matrix Org Details: Helping to meet the needs of young people in Mirfield.

Roles: Volunteer Youth Workers – To support & supervise activities such as: arts & crafts (pencil drawing, canvas, graffiti projects), sports, cooking, dancing, walking, & fishing.

Support: Ongoing training provided

Location: Mirfield & District

Other: DBS check required. Volunteers must show an enthusiasm for working with young people & a willingness to learn


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Missing People Org Details: Offering a lifeline for the 250,000 people who run away or go

missing every year, & the families & friends they leave behind.

Roles: Search Volunteer – Families who are missing someone often spend hour after hour, week after week asking everyone they see to help their search. Missing people needs volunteers to stand with us alongside the families we support. Roles can include: organising search days to speak to local people, speaking with groups, schools, churches & organisations to promote the group, and fundraising

Support: Travel, meal & training expenses covered.

Commitment: Flexible hours. Request a minimum commitment of 12 months.

Location: Kirklees

Other: Some of the work to be carried out from own home

National Childbirth Trust Org Details: The NCT supports all parents through pregnancy, birth and early

parenthood

Roles: Community Birth & Beyond Companions – Providing one to one support to women who are asylum seekers & refugees as they attend prenatal and maternity appointments and services.

Support: Full training is provided

Location: Across Kirklees

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The Nerve Centre Org Details: Supporting people who live with neurological conditions (with a

network of carers), and promoting well-being, education & awareness.

Roles: Admin / Reception Volunteer – Booking people in for therapies, handling enquiries (both in person & over the phone), providing info, as well as general admin tasks.

Volunteer Cleaner – Duties include cleaning, washing, vacuuming, buffing, polishing and dusting designated areas within the centre

Workshop Host & Room Preparer – Preparing rooms and hosting various workshops. Also ensuring that all attendees sign in, & tidying up after sessions finish.

Support: Travel expenses provided. Induction training available for all roles

Commitment: Hours vary between roles



Oakes Baptist Church / Oakes Community Cafe Org Details: Providing cheap, nutritional food in a safe environment for the

community of Oakes.

Roles: Café / Kitchen Assistant – Assisting with general café duties including; serving food, washing up, clearing tables & preparing food.

Support: On the job training. Meals provided. May pay travel expenses.

Commitment: Required for two hours on Friday between 8:30am & 3pm. Minimum commitment of two months

Location: Oakes, Huddersfield

Other: Experience of kitchen work beneficial, but not essential

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Oxfam Org Details: Working to overcome poverty and suffering, both nationally &

internationally.

Roles: Bookbarn Volunteers – Helping to sort, process & sell donated books, CDs & DVDs online. Product Sorters – To photograph donated goods & list online.

Shop Workers – To serve & sort stock in their numerous shops.

Support: Induction & on-the-job training provided. Travel & meal expenses paid.

Location: Cleckheaton, Huddersfield & Mirfield

PDSA Dewsbury & Brighouse Org Details: The PDSA provide care for the pets of those in need. They offer

free veterinary services to sick & injured animals, as well as promoting responsible pet ownership.

Roles: Retail Assistant - Help needed in the running of their Dewsbury & Brighouse based shop. Duties will include assisting & serving customers, ensuring stock & cash security, as well as keeping store premises clean & tidy.

Support: Travel expenses, full training provided for all aspects of the role

Commitment: Part time (Four hours per session, three month minimum commitment), Weekdays

Location: Dewsbury & Brighouse

Pennine Domestic Violence Group Org Details: Provides a range of services for women who are experiencing or

have experienced domestic violence. PDVG believe that woman and children have the right to live free from all forms of abuse, and have the right to be safe from potential or actual harm at all times.

Roles: Admin Assistant – Assisting the group with admin duties. Management Committee Member – To attend their

management committee meetings (once every six weeks) to help the group plan for the future.

Treasurer – To attend their management committee meetings (once every six weeks) & to work with the finance subgroup. Volunteer will be responsible for internal checks of income & expenditure against bank statements.

Support: Induction & training.

Location: South Kirklees

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Prince’s Trust Org Details: Around one in five young people in the UK are not in work,

education or training. The Prince’s Trust aims to address this by giving practical and financial support to the young people who need it most

Roles: Business Mentors /Programme Volunteers – To provide advice & support to young people. Development Assessors - To gather information to assess a young person’s eligibility for an award.

Support: Training & some expenses provided

Location: Kirklees


RSPCA (Halifax, Huddersfield & District Branch) Org Details: With a long history of caring for and finding new homes for

unwanted animals, the RSPCA have long been one of the most respected animal charities in the UK

Roles: Admin Support - To assist the group with general admin duties. Cat & Dog Fosterers – To provide safe homes for cats or dogs currently in the RSCPA’s care. EARS Support Volunteer - The EARS (Elderly Animal Re-homing Scheme) assists in the re-homing of elderly animals that come into the care of the RSPCA. Volunteers are needed to offer extra support to the people who kindly take on one of these animals, e.g. if adopter became ill or in emergency, volunteers will assist with dog walking and or shopping for the dog/cat food etc. Fundraisers - Helping to organise & participate in fundraising activities. Home Visitors –Visiting the homes of potential adopters visit the homes to check suitability. Trustees - To attend committee meetings

Support: Training & expenses provided


Sense Org Details: A national charity that supports and campaigns for children &

adults who are deaf and / or blind.

Roles: Shop Volunteer –Working in their large Dewsbury based shop, duties include steaming clothes, sorting, helping customers, window dressing and operating the till (optional).

Support: Informal, and nationally recognised training is offered to all volunteers

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Commitment: Full time & Part time roles available, Weekday & Weekend daytime

Location: Dewsbury

Other: Volunteers should be friendly, trustworthy & reliable, with good communication skills

Slaithwaite Community Association Org Details: Run by volunteers who ‘caretake’ the centre & deal with its day-

to-day running, Slaithwaite Community Association provide great local facilities for groups, clubs and societies to use & promote social welfare of Slaithwaite residents.

Roles: Committee Members – To bring fresh ideas, a professional perspective, as well as valuable experience & expertise in aid of helping the organisation achieve its goals.

Support: Training provided. Travels expenses paid.

Location: Slaithwaite, Huddersfield

Other: Individuals with Business / Project Management experience would be ideal for the role.

Stanleys Training Project Org Details: Working to increase inclusion, employment, & opportunities for

people with disabilities (aged 14+).

Roles: Learning Support Volunteer – Sharing your own knowledge, skills & experiences, as well as supporting tutors with reports on learners, assisting with emergency situations, being involved in the co-ordination of travel arrangements, and accompanying small groups of learners on short local excursions.

Support: Travel expenses & induction training provided, as well as

Safeguarding, Food Hygiene & First Aid

Commitment: Weekdays

Location: Batley & Cleckheaton


St Anne’s Community Services Org Details: Based in the St Matthews Centre in Dewsbury, St. Anne’s work

with people with learning and physical disabilities, mental health problems and people with drug, alcohol and substance abuse issues.

Roles: Befrienders - To provide a listening ear & emotional support to service users.

Support: Full training provided.

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Stirley Community Farm Org Details: Stirley Community Farm is a 250-acre upland farm to the south

of Castle Hill, Huddersfield, which promotes nature conservation and local food.

Roles: Gardeners – To tend to the fruit & vegetables planted by groups. Duties include seed sowing, weeding, mulching & harvesting.

Grass Cutter – To mow around vegetable beds & paths around their orchard & meadow,helping to keep the sites looking tidy for visitors.

Support: Training provided. Do not pay expenses, but do offer tea, coffee & wet weather clothing.


St John Ambulance Org Details: An international charity with local units in every major town &

city in the UK. They provide volunteers trained to support the emergency services in providing basic first aid at public and community events.

Roles: Community First Responders - Trained to respond to emergency calls in partnership with Yorkshire Air Ambulance Service to care for members of the community while the ambulance is on its way. Fundraisers - Helping to organise & participate in fundraising activities. HR Administrator - Helping with general admin duties, data collection, filing & archiving records, and mail room duties.

Support: Out of pocket expenses, training provided


Stroke Association Org Details: Providing the services, education and research that helps to

prevent strokes, as well as reducing the damage they cause when they do occur.

Roles: Communication Support Volunteer – Working with stroke survivors with communication difficulties (aphasia) in a group setting. Over time the support will help individual regain their confidence and independence. Box Collector – Placing collection boxes at appropriates locations & returning to collect them on a bi annual basis, before

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counting donations & reporting back to the Regional Fundraising Manager.

Support: Travel expenses paid (Communication Support role only). Various training providing including First Aid and Health & Safety (Communication Support role only).

Commitment: Monday, Wednesday, Thursday & Friday afternoons

Location: Throughout Kirklees – Moldgreen (Mondays), Mirfield (Wednesdays), Honley (Thursdays), Heckmondwike (Fridays)

Other: Volunteers must be caring & patient. Understanding of confidentiality essential.

Sue Ryder Org Details: Passionate about giving people the care they want.

Roles: Shop Volunteers - Help needed in their shops based in Dewsbury & Mirfield. Duties include sorting clothes, serving customers, pricing goods & working on the tills. Also opportunities to help with cleaning & preparing goods for sale, & creating window displays

Support: Travel expenses can be provided. Induction training, Health & Safety, & may be able to access NVQ training

Location: Dewsbury & Mirfield

Trans Pennine Trail (Penistone – Dunford Bridge) Org Details: Set up to maintain and promote the use of this popular walking

trail, the group rely on volunteers to keep the trail in good condition.

Roles: Conservation Volunteers - Maintaining existing trails. Role involves: cutting trees back, clearing vegetation, enhancing seating areas, cleaning, as well as painting signs & bridges. Fundraising Officer – Imaginative & tenacious volunteers needed to help source funding to redevelop their existing facilities. Publicity Officer - help promote the group. Looking for an individual who is happy working independently and setting their own agenda, but also working with others when required to.

Support: Some limited expenses provided. Basic induction training available

Location: Kirklees

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UFA National Citizen Service

Org Details: The National Citizen Service programme is a new Government initiative for 16-18 year olds, which encourages young people to work in socially mixed teams to develop a range of cultural, practical & co-operative life skills. Over the summer, teams will take part in residential visits, group challenges & social action events within their community, encouraging participants to take responsibility for important decisions.

Roles: Programme Volunteers - To provide support to teams during challenges, and to accompany the young people on the residential trips (usually lasting 5 days / 4 nights).

Support: Food & accommodation costs provided during residentials.

Location: Kirklees

United Churches Healing Ministry Org Details: A Huddersfield based Christian charity that provides a number

of services, including: counselling, training, sports activities & room hire for their local community.

Roles: Fundraising Co-ordinator - To help expand fundraising and sponsorships. Includes leading & organising fundraising activities. It will involve thinking outside the box for new fundraising ideas. Facilities Manager - To take on the day-to-day running of the hire side of their work (includes the sports hall, training & group/counselling rooms): keeping records of the hirers, dealing with enquiries & maintaining a booking diary. Handy Person – For odd jobs such as repairing items & painting. Office Admin - to assist the Office Manager in the daily running of the centre. Duties include reception work, photocopying, computer work and general admin. Shop Volunteer – To provide support in the group’s fundraising shops. Training Admin – Assisting the training team in the day-to-day running of the department, including advertising courses & conferences, photocopying training materials, as well as dealing with enquiries. Trust Admin - assisting the Deputy Director in dealing with administration of the overall running of the charity. Involves photocopying, telephone & computer work, producing documents, & assisting with finances.

Support: Induction training & ongoing support provided. Travel expenses paid.

Location: Milnsbridge, Huddersfield

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West Yorkshire Community Chaplaincy Project (WYCCP) Org Details: The aim of the project is to help offenders resettle into the

community: engaging faith communities in this process, but open to all faiths and no faith.

Roles: Link Workers – Supporting ex-offenders, helping them with housing, employment, training, drug & alcohol issues.

Support: Must attend a three-day training course.



West Yorkshire Dog Rescue Org Details: West Yorkshire Dog Rescue takes in and cares for unwanted

dogs and finds them suitable homes.

Roles: Chairperson – ensuring organisational structures & processes are in place and driving the charity to long term stability by establishing & following a strategic plan.

Foster Care Rescue Volunteer – provides temporary care for rescue dogs – including taking dogs to the vets as required, talking to potential owners, & allowing viewings.

Support: Induction & ongoing support. Full out of pocket expenses provided.

Commitment: Ranging from two weeks – two months

Location: Kirklees

WomenCentre Calderdale & Kirklees Org Details: WomenCentre have one-stop centres in Halifax & Huddersfield

and also provide outreach support services to women and children throughout Calderdale & Kirklees.

Roles: Admin Support – To help with general admin duties in their Huddersfield & Halifax offices. Mentors – Who will work with women at risk of offending.

Walk Leaders – to run activities encouraging physical activity & exercise.

Support: Training & support offered.


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WRVS Kirklees Org Details: WRVS believe in making Britain a great place to grow old. They

provide personal and practical support so that older people can stay independent at home and active in their local community.

Roles: Befriender - Spending 1-2 hours (usually once a week) with an older or vulnerable person in their home or taking them out.

Driver- Transporting people to and from a variety of activities including light shopping or GP / hospital appointments. Healthy Eating Promoter - Helping with the running of a food co-op. Duties may include bagging fruit and vegetables, selling to customers, taking orders & handling petty cash.

Support: Ongoing support & training available. Travel expenses paid.

Location: Kirklees

Yorkshire Children’s Centre

Org Details: Formerly the National Children’s Centre, the YCC provides services & projects that benefit young people in Yorkshire.

Roles: Antiques & Restoration Volunteer – Based in the ‘Pass It On’ charity shops across the region, help is needed sorting & valuing donated items of possible value. A background or interest in furniture restoration & French polishing would be beneficial.

Drivers Mate – to accompany volunteer drivers with the collection of furniture & other donations.

Shop & IT Support Volunteers – to provide customer service, as well as listing donated items online.

Step Up Volunteers – to support tutors in the delivery of the Step Up foundation learning programme, aimed at 16-19 year olds.

Support: Lunch & travel expenses, induction training provided

Location: Kirklees

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More Information Volunteering for Young People Most volunteering opportunities are open to anyone over 18. For Under 18’s volunteering, more info is available via the www.volunteeringkirklees.org.uk website, including lists of which organisations are suitable for under 18s, as well as info about the increasingly popular Duke of Edinburgh scheme. Volunteering from Home It’s possible to stay at home and still make a difference. Opportunities include completing online surveys and proof-reading book pages, to becoming an E-mentor, or even helping to classify galaxies, and more hands-on tasks such as knitting. For more details call Volunteering Kirklees on 01484 518457 Overseas Volunteering There are around 100 agencies in Britain that place volunteers abroad on work placements. To find out more, check out the following websites: www.vso.org.uk www.voluntaryworker.co.uk www.globalxperience.com www.volunteering.org.uk The Lonely Planet have also produced an excellent guide to overseas volunteering which can be found at: http://media.lonelyplanet.com/pdfs/volunteer-book.pdf Supported Volunteering The Gateway Volunteering Service offers extra support to people wanting to volunteer who have physical or learning disabilities, mental health needs, caring responsibilities or low levels of confidence. For more information call 01484 414774, email [email protected] Volunteer Mentors Now available to help you start volunteering. Our trained mentors can help you to: make appointments, complete applications forms, attend interviews and start your role. For more information & to book an appointment contact the Volunteer Centre on 01484 518457, email [email protected] One-off Opportunities There are many one off opportunities where you can volunteer on an occasional basis. These latest one-off or less formal opportunities are advertised by the organisations themselves on the Volunteering Kirklees website in our new ‘More Opportunities’ section: http://www.volunteeringkirklees.org.uk/i-want-to-volunteer/current-opportunities/local-opportunities


http://www.vso.org.uk/

http://www.voluntaryworker.co.uk/

http://www.globalxperience.com/

http://www.volunteering.org.uk/

http://media.lonelyplanet.com/pdfs/volunteer-book.pdf



http://www.volunteeringkirklees.org.uk/i-want-to-volunteer/current-opportunities/local-opportunities

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WHAT YOU CAN DO AS A VOLUNTEER

Listed below are some of the areas of activity that volunteers can get involved in

Administration Education & Literacy Advice and Support Elderly Animals/Wildlife Families Arts and Culture First Aid Befriending Fundraising Caring Health, Hospitals &

Hospices Catering Media/PR/Marketing Charity Shops Mental Health Children and Youth Mentoring Community Work Prisoners and Ex

Offenders Conservation/Environment Practical Work and DIY Disability Sport & Development Driving Trustee & Community

Work

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