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. We can also help you present volunteering on your CV when looking for job opportunities. For further guidance, book an appointment with Sam here or email volunteering@bcu.ac.uk.
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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
Volunteer Translator
Could you use your translating skills to help support survivors of modern slavery?
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!
Group Volunteer
Help provide a supportive and positive relationship to autistic young people to help them learn new skills, feel less isolated, work towards goals and access their local community!
Befriending Volunteer
Could you support Birmingham Hospice patients at risk of social isolation or loneliness?
Information and Advice Volunteer
Could you help older people to complete welfare benefit applications and other applications as part of the Information and Advice Service?
Activity Assistant
Help people living with brain injuries with activities such as education, cognition, social skills, computing, crafts and more!
We are looking for compassionate, empathetic and committed people to join our volunteering community, supporting isolated people in prison by providing a social connection and a bridge to the outside world.
Groupwork and Training Facilitator Volunteer
We are a charity with services across the Midlands, supporting people affected by alcohol, drugs and gambling. We have over 40 years’ experience providing evidence-based, high quality services to help change behaviour and change lives. We work with adults, young people and families.
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.
Helpline & Webchat Support Volunteer
At RSVP, we believe that everyone deserves a life free from sexual violence and abuse. We support people who have been subjected to sexual violence and abuse to thrive and enjoy a future of hope and confidence. We boldly stand with survivors and challenge victim blaming attitudes.
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.
Doing Things Differently Volunteer
Support blind and visually impaired adults to safely engage in their chosen activities!
Groups and Activities Volunteer
Would you like to help the SVI team to run groups and activities like trips out, social groups and members’ meetings?
Listening Volunteer
We need volunteers from all walks of life to support community members with mental health problems!
RSVP Ambassador
We're looking for Volunteer Ambassadors who are passionate about supporting survivors within the Birmingham and Solihull area.
Education & Young People
Children & Young People Volunteer
Are you passionate about engaging children and young people in nature and cultural heritage? Come and volunteer at Kinver Edge and Rock Houses!
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!
Zero Gravity Mentor
We connect high-potential state-school students from areas of low opportunity with mentors from top universities.
LGBT+ School Speaker
Could you share your experiences by speaking in local schools, giving hope to LGBT+ pupils and inspiring all young people to be allies.
Young People's Services Volunteer
Support young people’s treatment, running groups, organising activities and days out or running events!
Online Volunteer Tutor
Tutor a young person aged 14-18, online, one hour a week in term-time Autumn 2023- Summer 2024 to support them with their academic studies.
Literacy Support Volunteer (Crewmate)
Help develop the literacy, confidence and perseverance of children who are falling behind in class!
Academic Coach
Coach students from less-advantaged backgrounds in Maths, English or Science!
You're Cherished CIC
We offer mentoring, school courses, Blossom and Roar groups, workshops and events in Primary and Secondary schools!
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.
IntoUniversity Student Mentor
Mentor one of our students aged 10-17 and support their academic, social and future development.
Online Reading Volunteer
As a Bookmark online volunteer, you could do something incredible by helping a 5-9 year-old learn to read, developing their skills and confidence.
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!
Volunteer Assistant Workshop Tutor
We are looking for volunteers to support our workshops for those experiencing challenging life situations!
Play Volunteer
We support children with additional needs and we're looking for volunteer playworkers for both term time and holidays!
Creative, Design & Media
Replenishment and Merchandising Volunteer
Support the team by replenishing stock on the shop floor and by merchandising it in an eye catching and engaging fashion!
Graphic & Poster Designer Volunteer
Could you support our social media and marketing team to make some creative designs?
Volunteer Reader Coordinator
Could you help us with our audio newspaper production schedule, providing a key link between the Editor and the volunteers who read the news and information?
Sandwell Talking News Volunteer Reader
Could you read and record news items for our talking newspaper, ready to go out to people living with sight loss in the local area?
Talking News Production and Distribution Volunteer
Could you help ensure our audio newspaper content is available for distribution to listeners?
Sandwell Talking News Editor Volunteer
Could you help Sandwell Talking News produce relevant, timely and entertaining talking news?
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
Visual Merchandiser
We’re looking for creative volunteer window dressers and floor displays to help promote our fantastic donations at our Harborne Superstore!
Sport, Events & one-off volunteering
Walking Netball Volunteer
Could you help older people in Great Barr stay fit with our walking netball group?
Events Volunteer
Help raise awareness of Aquarius and their services within the local community and at health and wellbeing events!
Parkrun volunteer
Provide volunteer support for weekly 5k runs at Aston Hall!
Charity Champion
Help champion and advocate the work and services that Deafblind UK offers and raise awareness of dual sensory loss engaging with local groups and organisations!
Community Cafe Helper
We are looking for volunteers who can assist us in the day to day running of the community café!
Goalball Tournament Volunteer
Goalball is an exciting Paralympic, indoor, 3-aside team sport, of attack and defend – with a unique twist! Goalball UK are looking for volunteers to support with tournaments.
Sports & Games Volunteer
Could you help adults with learning disabilities access and enjoy sport and physical activity?
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.
Football Volunteer
Grassroots football simply would not exist without the army of volunteers involved in the game. From coaches and grounds people, to tea makers and administrators. Clubs and Leagues need volunteers to keep running.
Law, Crime & Politics
Custody Concierge Volunteer
Could you support us to improve the experience of our visitors, and reduce delays for suspect in custody?
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.
Various roles
Volunteering opportunities with local Citizens Advice include giving information and advice to clients, fundraising, admin, media, trusteeship and more.
West Midlands Police Cadet Leader
Support young people to learn more about policing and get involved in their community!
Business, Marketing & Fundraising
Volunteer Administration Assistant
We provide various services and support for older people, including social activities, advice on health and well-being, and assistance with benefits- could you provide admin support at our head office?
Volunteer Stock and Sales Assistant
As a Stock & Sales Assistant you will help the shop management team create a well-presented shop where customers get great service!
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?
Digital Marketing Volunteer
Are you looking for a digital marketing opportunity that makes a real difference to a local charity? We're looking for a marketing volunteer to support our Digital Marketing team!
Digital Media Volunteer
Midland Mencap seeks a passionate volunteer photographer/videographer to capture the energy and joy of our sports, health, and wellbeing community sessions!
Retail Volunteer
Gain retail experience by supporting Acorns Children's Hospice at their new Erdington superstore!
Retail Volunteer
Gain retail experience by supporting Acorns Children's Hospice at their Blackheath and Erdington charity shops!
Fundraiser Volunteer
If you love socialising with others or simply want to get involved with events in your local community, then becoming a fundraiser could be the right step for you.!
Sales Floor Volunteer
Help greet customers, helping them find the items they’re looking for and answering their questions!
Telephone and Administration Volunteer
Be the first point of contact for customers, helping them with any phone or face-to-face enquiries!
Fundraising assistant
We are looking for support for our fundraising and administrative team!
Fundraising Engager
Help support local events and represent Young Lives vs Cancer in your local community!
Heritage, Conservation & Environment
Visitor Welcome Volunteer
Could you help create a positive first impression with a warm welcome at the Kinver Rock Houses?
Room Guide
Bring stories from the Kinver Rock Houses to life and helping people get the best out of their day!
Outdoor Engagement Volunteer
Help look after the countryside & wildlife that live at the Rock Houses and educate our visitors about how we do this!
Collection Care and Conservation
Could you help keep historic objects and interiors looking their best for people to see and enjoy?
Wildlife Monitor
We are looking for people to take part in a monthly walk around Dudmaston Estate to identify and count the bumblebees they see!
Visitor Welcome Volunteer
Help create a positive first impression with a warm welcome at Dudmaston Hall!
Tour Guide Volunteer
Helping visitors to discover more about Dudmaston Hall by giving tours and talks!
House Experience Volunteer
Could you help reveal the history, stories and surprises of Dudmaston Hall to visitors?
Food and Beverage volunteer
Imagine a world without cakes! We're looking for volunteers to warmly welcome people and serve food and drink with a smile at Dudmaston
Various opportunities - Canal and River Trust
IT, Tech & Science
Summer Camp Volunteer
Could you help children engage with robotics at our summer camp in Shirley?
Digital Inclusion Community Champion
Can you spare some time to offer support to women from underserved communities to help us reduce the digital divide?
Digital Champions Volunteer
Work with older people to offer them personalised support to overcome the barriers they are facing to getting online and to improve their digital skills and confidence!
Website Administration Volunteer
Could you help make sure Sandwell Talking News (STN) is available on the website and the British Wireless for the Blind website?
Digital Champion
Could you support people aged 55+ living in Sandwell in group sessions to develop key digital skills?
Code Your Future
CodeYourFuture is a social impact organisation that supports the most disadvantaged in society to realise their dreams of becoming web developers. Find out more about their volunteering opportunities below:
Cyber Champion
Help raise cyber security awareness by delivering digital literacy and cyber safety workshops to school pupils!