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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.

Volunteer Passport page

Latest opportunities

New

Organisation role · Flexible hours · Starting from 2 Feb

Fundraising Lead

The Fundraising Lead is a senior volunteer role that supports the planning, delivery, and development of fundraising activity for Norwich Samaritans.

Posted by Norwich Samaritans

New

Organisation role · Flexible hours · Starting from 2 Feb

Community Engagement Lead

The Community Engagement Lead is a senior volunteer role supporting the planning, coordination and growth of Norwich Samaritans’ presence in the local community

Posted by Norwich Samaritans

New

Organisation role · Flexible hours · Starting from 16 Jan 2026

Flexible location

Voluntary Treasurer

We are looking for a treasurer to assist our charity with our financial records.

Posted by Winfarthing Anglo-Saxon Project

Jan

New

Community · 23 Jan, 10:00 - 17:00

King's Lynn

Volunteer Retail Open Day

New to volunteering? Drop in anytime to find out more about how you can get involved — no pressure, just a warm welcome!

Posted by Tapping House

New

Organisation role · 2—3 hrs/Week

King's Lynn

Patient Feedback & Survey Volunteer - Kings Lynn

Support Norfolk Community Health by gathering feedback by telephone from patients who have recently received treatment and support from NCH&C.

Posted by Voluntary Norfolk - NCH&C Volunteer Service

New

Organisation role · 0—5 hrs/Week

Drayton

FRIDAY Driver's Mate

Join one of our friendly volunteer drivers to assist with the delivery and collection of goods from our shops across Norfolk. No driving is required.

Posted by Priscilla Bacon Hospice

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News

Befriending Week 1st-7th November

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