Under 25 Volunteering
Are you under 25? Young people all across East Cambridgeshire volunteer in all sorts of roles; doing something new, boosting their CVs, making friends, adding to their skills and having fun. You could be one of them.
You might consider coaching at sports clubs; teaching other young people about the issues around drugs, alcohol or homelessness; mentoring a young person in care; organising fundraising events, or helping preserve the environment. All of these opportunities are available to you along with many more.
The following link offers up suggestions for organisations looking for younger voluntary helpers. There are currently 4 roles within 25 miles of Ely. Please visit https://vinspired.com/
Under 18 Volunteering
There may be some age restrictions which are set by the provider and not the Volunteer Centre.
Some Questions which we have been asked in the past may assist you:
Why should a young person volunteer?
There are many advantages to volunteering whilst you are in education. This could give you confidence and experience within the working environment and could get you a paid job.
Why should i have a young person volunteering in my organisation?
The young person can give you and your clients a different outlook on things and obviously they can gain valuable work experience.
Do i need to have a DBS check if i have a young person volunteering with my organisation?
No the young person is `working' with you therefore you do not require any safeguarding training or a DBS check. This is only required if the young person is a client.
Are you under 25? Young people all across East Cambridgeshire volunteer in all sorts of roles; doing something new, boosting their CVs, making friends, adding to their skills and having fun. You could be one of them.
You might consider coaching at sports clubs; teaching other young people about the issues around drugs, alcohol or homelessness; mentoring a young person in care; organising fundraising events, or helping preserve the environment. All of these opportunities are available to you along with many more.
The following link offers up suggestions for organisations looking for younger voluntary helpers. There are currently 4 roles within 25 miles of Ely. Please visit https://vinspired.com/
Under 18 Volunteering
There may be some age restrictions which are set by the provider and not the Volunteer Centre.
Some Questions which we have been asked in the past may assist you:
Why should a young person volunteer?
There are many advantages to volunteering whilst you are in education. This could give you confidence and experience within the working environment and could get you a paid job.
Why should i have a young person volunteering in my organisation?
The young person can give you and your clients a different outlook on things and obviously they can gain valuable work experience.
Do i need to have a DBS check if i have a young person volunteering with my organisation?
No the young person is `working' with you therefore you do not require any safeguarding training or a DBS check. This is only required if the young person is a client.
