Welcome to the BCU Volunteering Bulletin!
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Here you will find all the volunteering opportunities currently listed with our programme. Many different activities and roles are available throughout the year with a range of commitments, from short term, one-off projects to more long-term, regular opportunities. Make sure you are signed into ICity as most of the roles are accessed through our portal system.
This bulletin is divided into different categories depending on the nature of the opportunity, so you can either scroll down or click on the below links to find those suited to the areas you are interested in:
Looking to gain experience in a particular area?
Whatever your skills, passions, interests and goals, the Volunteering team at BCU can help you find the right opportunity. Offering a tailored service, we work to source roles that are relevant to your degree or career prospects. For further guidance, book an appointment with Sam here or email volunteering@bcu.ac.uk.
We love to hear about your volunteering experiences so let us know if you have started volunteering! Follow us on social media: LinkedIn: BCUVolunteering | Twitter: @BcuVolunteering | Instagram: volunteering_bcu
Did you know you can also record volunteering activities and hours to go towards your Graduate+ award? Click on the relevant links depending on the hours you want to record: Bronze (Explore & Register) Silver (50 hours) Gold (100 Hours) Platinum (150 hours) Please note, you will need to be logged in to access the page. If you have any questions you can email graduate+@bcu.ac.uk
Health, Care & Support Work
Could you support our young people’s team who provides the alcohol and drug service for young people and their families?
Recovery Hub Volunteer
Information & Advice Volunteer (Reception/Admin)
We are looking for volunteers to support people over the age of 50 from across Birmingham and Sandwell!
Information and Advice Volunteer (Form Filling)
We are looking for volunteers to help older people to complete welfare benefit applications and other types of documentation!
Helpline Volunteer
Birmingham & Solihull Women's Aid invites you to join our Help-line Volunteer team. This role offers a unique opportunity to make a meaningful difference in the lives of women and children affected by domestic abuse
Health Volunteer
We're looking for volunteers to assist and advise asylum seekers, refugees and migrants to access health provision and health information!
Wellbeing Service Volunteer
Could you help create a welcoming atmosphere, offer a friendly listening ear, deliver workshops and help to signpost people to relevant support organisations in our community?
Wellbeing Service Triage Volunteer
The Triage Volunteer role is a fantastic opportunity to help a local, thriving mental health and emotional wellbeing service function effectively!
Ambassador Role
If you wish to gain experience working with a non-profit organisation, support individuals subjected to sexual violence & abuse, we have a variety of flexible volunteer ambassador opportunities, which offer you the freedom to explore a volunteer role in a way that works for you!
Birmingham Women’s & Children’s Hospitals Volunteer
This role involves being a friendly face for patients and their families, and giving general, simple and effective advice on a range of topics.
Volunteer Adviser
Talk to clients over the phone, face to face, or online to explore what problems they've come for help with and help them take action to resolve them!
Listening Volunteer
Birmingham Samaritans is seeking compassionate individuals to join our team of dedicated listening volunteers!
Shout Volunteer
At Shout 85258, our trained Shout Volunteers are invaluable and at the heart of everything we do. They are often the first person our texters have spoken to about how they are feeling. They will work to take someone in distress to a calmer place by using our conversation model and skills they're taken through in our online training.
Community Engagement Volunteer
Our Community Engagement Volunteers help us ensure that we enable every community across Birmingham to feedback on their experiences of using Health and Social Care services.
Listening Volunteer
We need volunteers from all walks of life to support community members with mental health problems!
Birmingham Meet Up Volunteer Host
We're looking for Volunteer Hosts to facilitate peer-led meet up groups to provide spaces for young grievers aged 18-35 to talk about loss!
Place of Welcome Volunteer
We're looking for volunteers to help prepare our community activities and put attendees at ease, encouraging them to participate!
BetterHealth4Life (BH4L) Project Volunteer
Could you support personalised mental health support combined with regular physical, social, and wellbeing activities for adults across Birmingham?
Education & Young People
Learning Team Volunteer - Schools Thinktank
We're looking for volunteers to support workshops and shows to school groups ranging from Early Years (aged 2-5) to A-level (age 17/18) across our sites!
Young People’s Service Volunteer
Could you support the young people’s team who provides the alcohol and drug service for young people and their families?
Education Volunteer
Are you passionate about history and making a positive impact on young minds? The West Midlands Police Museum invites you to be become an Education Volunteer!
Coaching Assistant
Public Speaking For Children will run on Saturday afternoons for an hour and we are in need of volunteer Coaching Assistants!
ESOL Tutor
We are looking for volunteers who are enthusiastic and committed and can deliver English to Refugees and Asylum seekers.
ESOL Assistant
We are looking for an enthusiastic and committed individual to support and work alongside our experienced ESOL tutor to help teach English to Refugees and Asylum seekers!
Academic Coach
Do you want to do something different this term and help make education fairer? We're looking for volunteers to join our weekly academic coaching programmes!
Reading Volunteer
Could you support children who are at risk of leaving primary school unable to read well?
National Trust Kinver Edge Children & Young People Volunteer
Are you passionate about engaging children and young people in nature and cultural heritage?
Children & Young People Volunteer- Shropshire Hills
The Children & Young People team inspire the next generation of enthusiasts at Carding Mill Valley!
Student Mentor Volunteer
Mentor one of our students and support their academic, social and future development!
Young People’s Service Volunteer
Could you support young people affected by someone else’s substance misuse?
Literacy Support Volunteer (Crewmate)
Help develop the literacy, confidence and perseverance of children who are falling behind in class!
Volunteer Online Tutor
We are looking for volunteers across all subject areas at both GCSE and A-Level. We only require a commitment of an hour per week and we provide all the training that you need!
Speak Out Stay Safe
Visit local schools twice a month and deliver Speak Out Stay Safe workshops to primary school pupils!
Childline Volunteer Counsellor
As a Childline volunteer you'll be there for young people when they feel they have no one else to turn to, by giving a regular shift of up to 4 hours each week at our Birmingham.
Volunteer Tutor
Support pupils from socio-economically disadvantaged backgrounds in English or Maths!
Radio Lollipop Ward Visiting Volunteer
Being a Ward Visiting Volunteer involves lots of exciting activities such as crafts, interactive play, fundraising activities and presenting live radio programmes!
Creative, Design & Media
Marketing & Communications Volunteer
Do you have a flair for creativity? Can you tell a story which is interesting to people of different ages? If so, we’d love for you to join our Blossoms Together project!
Chance Glass Works Collection Volunteer
Sandwell Archives is looking for several volunteers to help preserve and share the Chance Brothers Ltd. collection as part of the ‘Archives Revealed’ "Illuminating the Chance Glass Works Collection” project!
Creative Media Volunteer
She Beasts CIC would like support with social media, video, and photography!
Volunteer Seamstress/Tailor
Are you hand with a needle and thread, and passionate about stopping unwanted items going to landfill?
Media/Vinyl Specialist
Do you know who Elvis was? Have you heard of Led Zeppelin? Can you sing along to the Spice Girls? If you answered yes, we need your help as a Media/Vinyl Specialist!
Visual Merchandiser
We’re looking for creative volunteer window dressers and floor displays to help promote our fantastic donations at our Harborne Superstore!
Volunteer Photographer
Could you take photos to help the Springfield Project to document and communicate its excellent work?
Lead Digital Design Ambassador
Ready for your next step in a new & rewarding digital design role, supporting individuals subjected to sexual violence & abuse and raising awareness of support services?
Visual Merchandiser
Do you have a passion for fashion and a flair for all things fabulous? We’re looking for creative volunteer window dressers and floor displays to help promote our fantastic donations at our Harborne Superstore!
Volunteer Dresser/ Stylist
Smart Works Birmingham is one of 8 centres UK wide and has supported over 2600 women into employment since August 2016. We provide free interview clothing and training for women with a confirmed job interview coming up.
Volunteer Outreach Assistant
You will be joining a wider community of people and organisations who make sure Smart Works can help as many clients as possible. We will offer hands-on experience within a charity to develop skills and knowledge that will enhance your CV and build up professional contacts and networks
Sport, Events & one-off volunteering
Activities and Events volunteer
We're looking for support at various events and activities taking place across our sites throughout the year!
Festival Supporter
Can you support our annual Neighbourhood Festival and help us to raise awareness about climate change, environment, wellbeing and green spaces in the city?
Programming & Events Volunteer
Do you like working with children and young people? Are you interested in a career involved with events programming? If so we would love for you to join our Blossoms Together project!
Walking for Wellbeing Volunteer
Living Well offers regular Walking for Wellbeing group sessions out in green spaces within Birmingham and are seeking friendly and empathetic individuals to attend as volunteers!
Sports Assistant
Could you provide assistance in sports sessions for young people?
Young Lives vs Cancer Speaker
By becoming a Young Lives vs Cancer Speaker you’ll be giving your time to represent the charity in your local community; to be our voice, and to assist with fundraising and awareness raising activities near you.
Community Champion Volunteer
Could you help us raise funds and awareness to support people with complex disabilities?
Law, Crime & Politics
Museum Volunteer
Could you engage with and support visitors at the West Midlands Police Museum?
Museum Weekend Volunteer
West Midlands Police Museum is looking for volunteers for Engager and Retail and Admissions roles for weekends!
Citizenship Tutor Volunteer
We are looking for an enthusiastic and committed individual to deliver ‘Life in the UK’ classes to our clients who wish to acquire British citizenship.
Volunteer Advisor
Could you help support clients with housing, education, health, and other issues?
We're looking for volunteers to support our Energy Redress Scheme, supporting clients during the on-going cost of living crisis!
Volunteer Befriender
Our volunteers are matched with a person in prison who they write to once a fortnight.
Online Volunteer Mentor
At Children Heard and Seen, we support children with a parent in prison to reduce their risk of isolation and support their well-being.
It's a Penalty Student Ambassador
As a Student Ambassador, you’ll support us to achieve our mission of ending abuse, exploitation and human trafficking.
West Midlands Police Cadet Leader
Support young people to learn more about policing and get involved in their community!
Business, Marketing & Fundraising
Project Support Volunteer
Do you have a flair for organising tasks and people? Are you interested in the world of project management? If so, we’d love to hear from you about our Project Support Volunteer Role - no previous experience necessary!
Money Advice Volunteer
We're looking for a volunteer to help our Money Advice team who give information and advice around Welfare Benefits and Debts!
Administrator volunteer
Could you help provide key admin support for our support advisors, caseworkers and clients?
Employment Volunteer
We're looking for volunteers to assist clients with their career goals and aspirations!
Volunteer Stock and Sales Assistant
You will be sorting and preparing stock ready for sale, and be trained in delivering an excellent customer experience on the shop floor and at the till!
Cafe Assistant Volunteer (Recovery Hub)
Support the day-to-day running of a public facing café within our Young People’s Recovery Hub in Digbeth, Birmingham!
Community Fundraising Group Volunteer
Would you like the opportunity to volunteer raising awareness and funds for the thousands of people affected by dual sensory loss in the UK?
Receptionist Volunteer
Could you provide key support to visitors at our Walsall Hub?
Volunteer Administrator
Gain key admin experience with Midland Langar Seva Society!
Retail volunteer (Yardley)
We are looking for fun and enthusiastic volunteers to join us in our Yardley shop!
Retail Volunteer (Chelmsley Wood)
We are looking for fun and enthusiastic volunteers to join us in our Chelmsley Wood Furniture shop!
Retail Volunteer- Harborne Superstore
We are looking for fun and enthusiastic volunteers to join us in our Harborne Superstore. Our shops are exciting and dynamic, with no two days being the same!
Volunteer Administrator
Could you provide key admin support to Acorn's People Team?
Book Shop Assistant Volunteer
Love books? Want to make a difference in your community? We're thrilled to announce the opening of a brand-new book shop and we need you!
Administration Volunteer
Could you provide key admin support for Bethel Health and Healing network?
Shop Floor Assistant
Shop Floor Assistant volunteers welcome our customers and help keep our shop looking tidy and inviting!
Office Volunteer
Could you provide crucial support to the Headway office administration team?
Retail Volunteer (Pershore)
Gain retail experience by supporting Acorns Children's Hospice at their Pershore charity shop!
Fundraising Engager
Help support local events and represent Young Lives vs Cancer in your local community!
Sales Floor Volunteer- Perry Barr
You will be greeting customers, helping them find the items they’re looking for and answering their questions, with help on hand from the shop team!
Cash Desk Volunteer
Could you be the friendly face of your local British Heart Foundation shop?
Heritage, Conservation & Environment
Portable Antiquities Scheme Volunteer
Could you help record archaeological objects and photograph our amazing finds?
Volunteer Gardener
We’re looking for volunteer gardeners to help us maintain our gardens in our Black Country Hospice, Walsall!
Visitor Welcome Volunteer- Shropshire Hills
Help provide a warm, friendly welcome to all visitors as the public face of the National Trust!
National Trust House Experience Volunteer
Could you help bring the story of Dudmaston Hall to life?
Inventory Volunteer - RAF Museum Stafford
See inside our Collections storage facility - closed to the public - and help us prepare to move our collection to a new facility!
IT, Tech & Science
Climate Ambassador
We're looking for Student Climate Ambassadors to inspire the next generation of Climate Warriors to take empowered and positive action for the future of the planet!
Visitor Support Volunteer- The Space Vault
Birmingham Museums Trust are looking for Visitor Support volunteers who are passionate about space!
Intro to Digital Volunteer
Could you provide key support for Intro to Digital course for learners who are new to coding?
Website Editor Volunteer
Could you provide website support for the Springfield Project?
Cyber Champion
Could you help deliver digital literacy and cyber safety workshops to school pupils?
Climate Ed Workshop Facilitator
Deliver workshops in primary schools about climate change/carbon footprints and inspire the children to start taking action on climate change!
Big Bang Fair Volunteer June 2025
Are you passionate about STEM and keen to inspire the next generation of scientists and engineers? If so, we'd love for you to volunteer at The Big Bang Fair!
Volunteering Days
If you don't have much time or would like a more flexible way to volunteer, you can join your BCU Volunteering team's one-off volunteering days and spend a few hours helping out in the local community!
Wednesday 28th May- Canal and River Trust
Tuesday 17th June- Aston Health Centre
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