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Please note, whilst we do our best to keep information as up-to-date as possible, over time community services may change some details such as dates, times, and locations. The information we share is therefore subject to change.

If you find any errors, please let us know by emailing Community@southamptonvs.org.uk  so we can amend the incorrect information.

Volunteer Skills Coach

The Access Project
As a volunteer coach with The Access Project, you’ll help young people aged 16-17 to develop essential skills, setting them up for success at university and in their future career. You’ll do this by delivering six one-to-one coaching sessions over the course of the programme, which runs from January to June. All sessions take place online and are scheduled…
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Explorer Scouts – Team Member – Shirley

Southampton City Scouts
Are you looking to give back to your local community, learn new skills, and help young people gain confidence for the future? Explorer Scouts (young people aged 14 to 18) are looking for enthusiastic adult volunteers to help run our weekly evening sessions and weekend activities. Explorers lead their own program—from outdoor cooking and navigation to community projects and…
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Explorer Scouts – Team Member – Swaythling

Southampton City Scouts
Are you looking to give back to your local community, learn new skills, and help young people gain confidence for the future? Explorer Scouts (young people aged 14 to 18) are looking for enthusiastic adult volunteers to help run our weekly evening sessions and weekend activities. Explorers lead their own program—from outdoor cooking and navigation to community projects and…
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Independent Visitor

The Advocacy People
What is an Independent Visitor? An Independent Visitor is a volunteer who spends time with a child or young person in care, offering friendship, encouragement and a consistent relationship with someone outside the care system. It is a simple but powerful role: being there, showing up and giving a young person positive time with a trusted adult. Visits are…
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School Governor

Wellstead Primary School
Wellstead Primary School (SO30 2LE) will have two vacancies on their governing board from December. The school is a happy, friendly place with kind, caring, well-behaved pupils and a committed and dedicated team of staff. The school is in a beautiful, modern building and has a superbly resourced outdoor learning environment. The Governoring Board are looking for volunteers from…
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Breastfeeding Network Southampton Volunteer

Breastfeeding Network Southampton
The Breastfeeding Network Southampton offers infant feeding peer support to expectant, new and experienced families throughout postcodes SO14-SO19 including Princess Anne Hospital. We also administrate the Southampton Welcomes Breastfeeding Scheme. We need the help of volunteers with a wide range of activities from providing knitted demonstration breasts, distributing flyers to businesses to join the Welcome Scheme to providing face…
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Performing Arts Volunteer

Blue Apple Theatre
Volunteer Opportunity:  Performing Arts Volunteer  Are you passionate about theatre, creativity, and making the arts accessible to everyone?  Blue Apple is looking for a friendly and enthusiastic Volunteer to support one of our inclusive performing arts groups.  Session details  Day: Saturdays (term-time only)  Time: 10.00am–12.00pm  Venue: QE2 Activity Centre, River Hamble Country Park, Pylands Lane, Hedge End, Hampshire, SO31 1BH This welcoming group…
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Volunteer Driver’s Mate for SCRATCH

SCRATCH (Southampton City and Region Action to Combat Hardship)
As a Driver’s Mate, you’ll support our Furnish to Flourish project, helping deliver furniture packs to individuals and families experiencing hardship. This is a practical, hands-on role involving lifting and moving furniture, so you’ll need to be reasonably physically fit. We’re looking for volunteers who are reliable, punctual, and enjoy working as part of a team. Whether you can…
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Online Support Volunteer (Dad’s Group)

Rainbow Trust Children’s Charity
We are looking for compassionate and reliable volunteers to support Men Behaving Dadly, our monthly online group where fathers with a seriously ill child can connect, share experiences, and support one another. As an Online Group Support Volunteer, you’ll help facilitate conversations, encourage participation, and contribute to a positive and respectful environment for all members.   What you’ll be…
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Fundraising Volunteer – Simon Says Child Bereavement Support

Simon Says Child Bereavement Support
What You’ll Be Doing – Key areas of involvement Supporting and helping plan exciting fundraising events and campaigns Building relationships with local businesses, community groups, and supporters in your area of Hampshire – developing connections you already have. Sharing fresh ideas to help us reach new audiences in your community – using your imagination Celebrating successes and seeing the…
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