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The 1st Bradley Stoke Scout Group
has a range of opportunities available for volunteers. These include administrative tasks through to developing and running activity programmes for young people aged 6-14.
Blue Cross
Britain’s Pet Charity is looking for locally based volunteers to arrange and carry out visits to schools to talk to children under 12 years about pet care. If you have the confidence for delivering talks to groups and have an interest in animals, plus enjoy working with children apply now!
PowerHouse Youth Club, Staple Hill
is looking for volunteers to assist the Youth Worker. If you are available Friday evenings, enjoy working with young people aged 10-18 and taking part in youth activities this could be the ideal role for you.
Children’s Playlink
is looking for volunteer Play Rangers to be positive role models and encourage outdoor play in public parks. Volunteers are required Monday – Thursday between 3.30 and 6pm at various sites across South Gloucestershire.
Make a difference: become a School Governor in Yate

Fromebank Junior and North Road Community Primary Sshool in Yate are appealing for volunteers to join their Governing Bodies, providing you with an excellent opportunity to make a difference in your community. Anyone over the age of 18 can apply and you do not have to be a parent or have any particular skills. The  most important requirement is that you want to make a positive difference to the education of local children. If you have 6-8 hours a month to spare and would like to help please get in touch.

Young Bristol: Mentor

Volunteers are being recruited in South Gloucestershire for this new mentoring project for young people aged 16 –19 who have been made homeless or may be getting into housing difficulties.Volunteers should be aged 18-24 and be able to commit 2-3 hours a week for a year.

Street Vibes Dance Crew: Staple Hill. Dance Teacher

Volunteer teachers are needed to teach Street, Hip Hop dance to girls aged 7-16 on Thursday evenings

Make-A-Wish Foundation: Public Speakers

If you enjoy public speaking, you could give presentations to groups and businesses about the work of this charity that helps wishes come true for children and young people with life-threatening illness

Brimsham Green Gateway Club, Yate: Club Volunteers

Volunteers help at this popular youth club for young people with special needs. Activities include sport, craft, cookery and much more; Wednesday evenings during term time
Family Befriender, Time-2-Share, Bristol

Befriend and support a family who have a child with learning difficulties. This can involve sitting with the child whilst the parents/carers have a break, accompanying the family on outings, providing general friendship and support

Schools Asthma Promoter, South Glos

The National Asthma Campaign is looking for volunteers to visit local schools with the aim of promoting the benefits of having asthma policies

Youth Offending Team South Glos – Panel Member

Panel members help decide what course of action should be taken with children and young people convicted of crime for the first time. Involves working with the young person, their family/carers and sometimes the victim.

Youth Offending Team South Glos – Mentor
Volunteer Mentors offer support to young offenders by giving time to take part in activities, discuss problems etc. Volunteers can be any age from 18 and peer mentoring is encouraged.
Guides, Scouts, Brownies, Cubs, Rainbows, Beavers…..

Volunteer helpers and leaders are needed all over the area!

Homestart Visitor – South Glos

Visit and befriend families who have young children and are experiencing difficulties. Volunteers provide emotional and practical support to the family they befriend.

Make-A-Wish Foundation – various opportunities

This charity aims to make wishes come true for children living with life threatening illness. Volunteers can be wishmakers who befriend a family and help fulfil the child’s wish, fundraisers, Public Speakers, Event organisers and helpers.

Children’s Hospice South West – South Glos Group Volunteer
This local group supports the charity through fundraising events and representation at local events. New members always welcome
National Autistic Society Out of School Clubs – South Glos
Volunteers who enjoy having fun and supporting children and young people will find this opportunity exciting and fulfilling. Volunteers may use skills they bring to the groups such as music and dance, but this is not essential.