We currently have 50+ amazing volunteering opportunities available
Volunteering Opportunities
Welcome to our Volunteering Opportunities! Here, you will find a variety of ways to get involved and make a positive impact in community. Whether you're looking to share your skills, meet new people, or simply give back, we have something for everyone. Explore the options available and join us in making a difference!
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Home from Hospital Volunteer
To support vulnerable individuals leaving hospital, or those living at home with limited support, by providing short term practical assistance, typically for up to six weeks. This helps them to regain independence, maintain their wellbeing, and it reduces the risk of readmission.
No
Suitable for u18?
South Derbyshire CVS
Derbyshire - all areas (with the exception of Derby City area)
VFO-26-0243


Museum and Events Volunteer
Whether you enjoy getting creative, meeting new people, or discovering local history, there's a volunteer role for you at Sharpe's Museum.
Join our friendly team and help welcome visitors on our front desk, support our popular arts and crafts activities, assist with the care and presentation of our fascinating collections, and help keep the museum, shop and exhibition spaces looking their best.
No
Suitable for u18?
Sharpe's Pottery Museum
Swadlincote (DE11 9DG)
VFO-26-0246

Community Speed Watch Volunteer
Community Speed Watch Volunteers play a vital part in improving road safety by helping to reduce speeding in local neighbourhoods. Working as part of a trained team, volunteers use approved equipment to monitor vehicle speeds, raise driver awareness, and support long‑term safety initiatives alongside the police and local authorities.
No
Suitable for u18?
Derbyshire Constabulary Community Speed Watch
Derbyshire - various locations
VF-26-0243

Historic Building Survey Volunteer
Do you have a passion for local history and heritage? Do you enjoy spending time outdoors? Do you want to find out more about the historic buildings right on your doorstep? If so, then you should become a volunteer with Derbyshire Historic Buildings Trust’s exciting new Buildings at Risk project!
Yes
Suitable for u18?
Derbyshire Historic Buildings Trust
Various locations throughout South Derbyshire
VFO-25-0230

Active Travel Volunteer Drivers
Our friendly team of Active Travel drivers help increase mobility and independence especially for vulnerable, elderly and less mobile residents of South Derbyshire. They offer practical support, friendly company and a safe journey to and from their essential and or social appointments.
Could you be one of them? You would be taking clients from their homes to their essential appointments and back, using your own vehicle and accompanying them at the destination if necessary.
No
Suitable for u18?
South Derbyshire CVS
South Derbyshire
CVS-23-0100


Community Fundraising Volunteer
As a volunteer with our Community Fundraising Team, you’ll help raise awareness of Rainbows across the East Midlands, while meeting supporters, fellow volunteers, and Rainbows staff who will make you feel part of the Rainbows community and support you every step of the way.
From bucket collecting at local events, to helping run a stall at a community fête you’ll be inspiring others and raising money to support our amazing work.
No
Suitable for u18?
Rainbows Hospice for Babies, Children and Young People
Various locations within South Derbyshire
VFO-26-0245

Bubbles and Babies Session Leader
To run a weekly bubbles and Babies session, a drop in hour long session on Wednesday mornings of sensory play and Rhymes. Experience of volunteering in a local library, responsible for setting up and tidying away toys etc and leading parent / Carers in Rhymes. Giving parents and babies an opportunity to meet and play together, encouraging a love of words and books
No
Suitable for u18?
Derbyshire Libraries
Etwall Library
VFO-26-0240

Connect Befriender
To support vulnerable adults in South Derbyshire who are socially isolated or lonely.
Volunteers provide confidential, one to one support via home visiting or telephone; helping to reduce the feeling of loneliness and isolation and improve wellbeing.
No
Suitable for u18?
South Derbyshire CVS
South Derbyshire
CVS-23-0102


Residential Break Volunteers
Go Beyond is a national children’s charity providing free residential breaks for young people aged 8–13 who are facing serious challenges in their lives. Our breaks give children the chance to escape pressures at home, build confidence, have fun, and create happy memories that last a lifetime.
No
Suitable for u18?
Go Beyond
Ashbourne (other locations available)
VFO-26-0244



