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Find the perfect volunteering opportunity

It's great that you are interested in volunteering. If you are unsure what you would like to do, just want to browse or would like organisations to contact you about roles, we can help. Check out the helpful guides below for more information.

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Register for an account

To apply for opportunities and to message organisations you will need to have an account.

Do the talent scan

Not sure what you would like to do? Find out which opportunities are a good fit for you by doing the talent scan.

Browse all opportunities

Use the filters to help you to find opportunities that fit your preferences. The search will show closest roles first.

Join the Volunteer Pool

So organisations can reach out to you about roles you may be interested in.

Not sure where to start?

We have a great training course

The Volunteer Passport programme includes five core training modules provided by Norfolk Adult Learning in:


  • Introduction to Volunteering
  • Equality, Diversity and Inclusion
  • Health and Safety
  • Safeguarding Adults and Children
  • Person-centred working

These modules are delivered via courses both online and face to face and are a great foundation to support your volunteering journey.


Click the Volunteer Passport button below to find out more.

Latest opportunities

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Telephone Admin Volunteer - Home Based in Norfolk and Waveney

Organisation role · Flexible hours

From home

Telephone Admin Volunteer - Home Based in Norfolk and Waveney

Telephone Admin Volunteers help collect valuable feedback from patients by supporting them to complete an online survey.

Posted by East Coast Community Healthcare
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Activities Volunteer (Beccles Hospital)

Organisation role · 2—3 hrs/Week

Beccles

Activities Volunteer (Beccles Hospital)

Join our small team of volunteers to support patients engage with games and activities that encourage physical and mental reablement at Beccles Hospital.

Posted by East Coast Community Healthcare
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Ward Volunteer – Carlton Court Hospital

Organisation role · 2—4 hrs/Week

Carlton Colville

Ward Volunteer – Carlton Court Hospital

Ward Volunteers provide companionship and conversation to patients on the ward at Carlton Court Hospital, Carlton Colville, Lowestoft.

Posted by East Coast Community Healthcare
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Stockroom Support Volunteer - Hamilton House & Kirkley Mill Health Centre

Organisation role · 2—4 hrs/Week

Stockroom Support Volunteer - Hamilton House & Kirkley Mill Health Centre

The Stockroom Support Volunteer will provide assistance to East Coast Community Healthcare’s Store Person in Lowestoft.

Posted by East Coast Community Healthcare
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Telephone Admin Volunteer - Hamilton House

Organisation role · Flexible hours

Telephone Admin Volunteer - Hamilton House

Telephone Admin Volunteers help collect valuable feedback from patients by supporting them to complete an online survey. Office based in Lowestoft.

Posted by East Coast Community Healthcare
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Charity Shop Retail Volunteer- Bungay

Organisation role · Flexible hours

Bungay

Charity Shop Retail Volunteer- Bungay

Do you want to gain valuable retail and admin experience while supporting a fantastic local charity?

Posted by EACH

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Our monthly Volunteering Newsletter is a great way to find out what is happening in your local community. Get motivated by inspiring stories and find the volunteering opportunity to suit your interests and skills. There's something for everyone

Join our Facebook group

Join our Volunteering in Norfolk Facebook group and keep up to date with what's happening in Norfolk

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If you would like further support finding a volunteering opportunity that is right for you or you have any questions please get in touch.

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Befriending Week is the annual campaign to raise awareness about befriending and highlight the power of social connection in reducing loneliness and social isolation. It’s a chance for communities to raise awareness about befriending, celebrate the contributions of befriending volunteers and the staff who support them, and advocate for befriending to local and national decision-makers. Get involved at befriending.co.uk/bw Special events for volunteer befrienders Do you volunteer for a befriending project? Befriending Networks is running a special online event on Thursday 6 November to say thank you to befrienders. Connect with other volunteers, share your experiences and celebrate the power of befriending
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Drop in to the Biodiversity Fair Norwich October 4th at The Forum and find out about Norfolk's incredible biodiversity.
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