Make 2022 the year you volunteer!

 Gain skills & experience

 Make a difference in your community
 Help others
 Meet new people & have fun!

Explore the latest opportunities in this bulletin.

www.sheffieldvolunteercentre.org.uk
What is the Volunteer Centre?
We are part of Voluntary Action Sheffield (VAS) and we help people wanting to volunteer
and organisations offering voluntary roles to find one another.

You can find out more about volunteering by contacting us:

 Web: www.sheffieldvolunteercentre.org.uk. Click on ‘Start volunteering’ and you

will be able to search through all the volunteer roles currently advertised with us and
register/apply online.
 Email: vc@vas.org.uk
 Telephone: 0114 253 6649 (Mon – Thurs)
 Facebook: @SheffieldVolunteerCentre
 Twitter: @VolunteerSheff

Want to volunteer but not sure where to start?

Book a 30-minute appointment with an advisor who can help you find a suitable role and
can answer any questions you might have about volunteering. Our advisors are friendly,
knowledgeable and experienced in helping people to find volunteer opportunities

To book an appointment with an advisor, please see following webpage:

www.sheffieldvolunteercentre.org.uk/start-volunteering or call (0114) 253 6649.
Appointments take place on Tuesdays at the Volunteer Centre, The Circle, 33 Rockingham
Lane, Sheffield, S1 4FW.

The Circle has a number of Covid-19 infection control measures in place. We ask that masks
are worn at all times whilst using communal spaces and that social distancing is followed.
Hand sanitizer is available and an enhanced cleaning regime is in place. Appointments at
the Volunteer Centre take place in a socially distanced, well-ventilated area.

Our volunteer advisors can also help by phone or email, identifying roles that might suit you
and answering any questions you have about volunteering. To request phone or email
support, please see the following webpage: www.sheffieldvolunteercentre.org.uk/start-
volunteering
Spotlight on…
Sharrow Lantern Festival
The Sharrow Lantern Carnival is an annual community arts event, free and family focused. It’s a fantastic
explosion of colour and creativity. Several thousand people attend and there are hundreds of hand-made
lanterns that parade through the streets of Sharrow, engaging and delighting all ages. It’s a time to make
something amazing with your kids, dance in the street with your friends and share a magical experience
with your neighbours. It’s completely run by volunteers, support from local organisations and donations
from the public.
There are two main ways to volunteer:
 Join our Workshop Delivery Team and help families make lanterns.
 Join our Carnival Day Team and make sure the event is safe and fun for everyone.

Workshop Delivery Team – Facilitator Role

During February and March, we run lantern making

workshops that are free for the public to attend. We need
Facilitators to help families make lanterns. You don't need
experience in making lanterns! It's really easy, we will teach
you at a training session. You will be part of a team, so there
will always be more experienced volunteers in the room. The
main purpose of the role is to encourage others to be
creative. You do need to be confident in talking to strangers,
friendly and welcoming. It’s best if you are a little bit arty and
crafty. It’s always fun, and usually sticky. All children are
accompanied by adults so you will not be responsible for
anyone. You do not need a DBS or experience with children.
You don’t need to commit to helping at all the workshops, but
you need to be good at communicating, to tell us if you are available or not, so we can plan.
Weekend workshops are on Saturdays and Sundays, from 1-5pm. Evening workshops are on Tuesdays 5-
8pm. You’ll need to arrive a little earlier for setting up and leave a little later for tidying up.

Carnival Day Team – Steward Role

The day of the event is April 3rd 2022. The crowd gather at
Mount Pleasant Park, then walk in a parade to the
Cemetery Park where there is live music and fire dancers.
Stewards are needed to make sure everyone feels welcome
and stays safe. Stewards work together in pairs, circulating
within the crowd, and walking alongside the parade. They
answer questions from the public, and make the event
feel organised and safe. Stewards need to be super friendly,
happy to talk to strangers. Experience is not needed. We
will have a short meeting all together, the ‘Stewards
Briefing’ before the event to explain procedures such as lost
children and first aid. The Police will be with us, and any very difficult issues will be referred to them. At the
end of the parade Stewards will continue to circulate within the crowd during the live music, making sure
people are safe, and picking litter.

Further details can be found here: www.sharrowlanterncarnival.org/volunteer

Please email if you are interested in these roles, or have any questions: sharrowlanterns@gmail.com
Spotlight on…
Transport 17
Transport 17 is a small, friendly, caring community organisation which has existed
since 1984 to provide accessible transport to lunch and social clubs for those who
would otherwise not be able to get out and about. Transport 17 makes a
difference to people’s lives as we give our passengers an opportunity to meet up
with old friends and make new ones, to share a good lunch and enjoy a game or a
film. We rely entirely on volunteers to drive the minibuses, assist our passengers,
run the management committee, raise funds and organise events. If you have
some time to spare and you’d like to help others in your local community by
doing any of the below roles, please do get in touch with us.

Volunteer Minibus Driver

Could you drive the minibuses that provide a door-to-door transport
service for older people to local lunch and social clubs? We’re looking
for volunteers who are over 21 and who have held a current driving
licence (including category D1) for at least 2 years with no convictions.
If you’re friendly, enjoy helping people, and are tolerant to people's
diverse needs, we’d love to hear from you.

Volunteer Passenger Assistant

This role involves providing assistance to older people who are less
mobile, helping them from their home, on and off the bus and into the venue. The passenger assistant
works alongside the driver and ensures passengers are comfortable while travelling. No specific skills are
needed but we’re looking for volunteers who are friendly, enjoy helping people, and are tolerant to
people's diverse needs.
We have lots of other opportunities to volunteer at Transport 17, including helping with fundraising,
office/administration work, DIY/building repairs, social media/IT input, planning and organising events, and
writing articles for local publications. We welcome volunteers who would like to help regularly each week,
and also those who are able to offer some time on a more flexible basis.
Our volunteers say:
“I just love doing this as I know what a difference it makes.”
“It is really good to be helping people to get out, to have a chat with them and to know that they are
having a good time.”

What’s in it for you?

Volunteering with Transport 17 gives you the opportunity to help others in your local community and gain
experience working with older adults, some of whom have physical and/or mental health difficulties,
including dementia. Volunteering with us will give you regular social contact, a routine to your week
and/or an opportunity to develop skills which might enable you to pursue the career of your choice.
Trustee
Join our Board of Trustees in 2022 and be part of the next exciting stage in the provision of our community
transport services. We’re looking for individuals who are passionate about helping others in order to
reduce social isolation. We are especially keen to encourage applications from people of all ages to bring
new energy and a fresh perspective into the organisation. You do not need previous Trustee or committee
experience.
To find out more about volunteering at Transport 17, please contact Fiona Smith on
(0114) 236 2962 / manager@transport17.co.uk
 Other Current Opportunities…
215th Sheffield 1st Totley Scout Group
Assistant Beaver Leader S17 4GA
Support the operation of the Section, in particular planning and delivery of an exciting programme
Support & promote achievement of badges
Support group activities incl. nights away
Build good relationships with parents/carers

Assistant Scout Leader S17 4GA

Support the operation of the Section, in particular planning and delivery of an exciting programme
Support & promote achievement of badges
Support group activities incl. nights away
Make good relationships with parents/carers

Cub Scout Leader S17 4GA

Manage & lead the operation of the Section, delivering an exciting programme
Support & promote achievement of badges
Support Group activities, including nights away
Manage Assistant Leaders and parent helpers
Make good relationships with parents/carers

Scout Leader S17 4GA

Manage & lead the operation of the Section, delivering an exciting programme
Support & promote achievement of badges
Support Group activities, including nights away
Manage Assistant Leaders and parent helpers
Make good relationships with parents/carers

Sectional Assistant S17 4GA

Assist section leaders in delivering the programme to young people
Running games and activities as part of weekly section meetings and other events
Assist young people with achieving badges and awards as well as nights away

Sue Bridgens, hallamadccubs@gmail.com

After School Study Support Partnership

English Teacher - Secondary Pupils (Years 7-11) S3 8JD
Do you have a good command of written & spoken English? You'll support pupils to develop their English
language skills. You'll work with them & provide support with their homework & help to raise the aspiration of
the children within KS3 (age 12-16s).

Maths Teacher - Secondary Pupils (Years 7-11) S3 8JD

If you're interested in teaching Maths this role could be for you. You'll support pupils to develop their skills in
maths. You'll work with them, provide support with their homework & help to raise their aspirations within KS3
(age 12-16s).
Janet Angel, 07818 224758, janet1976.angel@gmail.com
After School Study Support Partnership
Science Teacher - Secondary Pupils (Years 7-11) S3 8JD
Do you have a good understanding of science? You'll support pupils to develop their grasp of all things scientific.
You'll work with them & provide support with their homework & help to raise the aspiration of the children
within KS3 (age 12-16s).

Special Needs Teacher / Teaching Assistant S3 8JD

Build skills & experience in education while making a difference to our learners! You'll work 1:1 in a Study
Support Group (Homework Club) Monday 5-7pm. You'll need to be patient, firm when needed, & able to help
with children's personal needs.
Janet Angel, 07818 224758, janet1976.angel@gmail.com

Aspergers Children and Carers Together

Children's Club Play Volunteer S2 4QZ
Could you help run Acctivate? Acctivate weekly club for children with Asperger's Syndrome runs every Saturday
and is attended by up to 50 children and their families. Activities include sports, arts, music and games.
Alison Kerfoot, 0114 223 0242, volunteers@acctsheffield.org.uk
Teenage Youth Club Play Volunteer S2 4QZ
Could you help with our club for teenagers with Asperger's Syndrome? A weekly club for young people with
Asperger's Syndrome runs every Wednesday and is attended by up to 35 young people and their families.
Activities include sports, arts, music and games.
Sera Cleverley, 0114 223 0242, volunteers@acctsheffield.org.uk

ASSIST Sheffield
Accompanier
 To accompany clients when they report at Vulcan House, and communicate relevant information to
other ASSIST teams
 Accompaniment to other agencies within Sheffield e.g. hospital, doctors, solicitor etc following referral
from other ASSIST teams
 To offer a supportive debrief conversation with clients (if required) in a public place, eg a cafe

Client Support Service - Signposting & Admin Volunteer

To develop and share signposting resources for ASSIST clients, and support the Client Support Service with a
range of administrative tasks.

Communications volunteer
To coordinate our communication with the public via the ASSIST website and through social media channels
such as twitter and facebook.
To aide our communication with the public via social media channels, mail-outs and newsletters, as well as to
improve publicity for ASSIST and raise awareness of the asylum situation.

Craig Barnett, 0300 2010072, volunteer@assistsheffield.org.uk

ASSIST Sheffield
DIY Volunteer
Under the supervision of the ASSIST maintenance worker, the maintenance volunteers will assist with tasks
such as:
 Carrying out remedial maintenance work at the ASSIST houses
 External maintenance & caretaking, such as gardens, fence panels, gutters
 Decorating and painting
 Help with moving furniture and equipment around the building or properties

Events assistant
To provide support for Community & Fundraising team events.

Events organiser
To organise one-off ASSIST events, including stalls, speaker events, concerts etc.

Grants Volunteer
To contribute to the team’s tasks of obtaining grant funding.

Interpreter
To support clear communication in interviews with ASSIST clients who have limited spoken English.

Minutes Secretary
To act as minutes secretary for ASSIST trustee board meetings and subcommittees.

Website editor
To join a small team responsible for keeping our website fresh and up to date with high quality, engaging
content.

Welcome & Provisions

 To provide a warm welcome to clients at ASSIST Welfare Sessions
 To signpost clients to the relevant service they need to access within the Welfare Sessions
 To meet client need for basic and essential items in a dignified and choice driven manner
 To source essential items that clients needs and distribute fairly
 To support the smooth running of the Welfare Payments Sessions
 To work collaboratively with the Client Support Managers as we test and trial new systems of working
post lockdowns

Craig Barnett, 0300 2010072, volunteer@assistsheffield.org.uk

Beards & Books
Business Developer S1 2WY
This role involves creating business development strategies, working closely with our marketing and community
liaison officers.

HR Administrator S1 2WY
Beards and Books offers educational services for disadvantaged children and aims to increase the
representation of BAME cultures in education. In this role you will be working closely with the administration
team to ensure the smooth running of our growing organisation. You’ll get involved with all aspects of HR
administration.

Storyteller S1 2WY
This role involves reading stories for primary school children.
John Kamara, volunteer@beardsandbooks.org

Bluebell Wood Children's Hospice

Events and Fundraising volunteer
We have so many exciting events coming up! You're going to want to be involved. Haven't got lots of free time
but fancy getting involved for one-off volunteering for a brilliant cause?! Want to make wonderful memories,
whilst supporting us to raise funds for our children's hospice? Looking for something to boost your CV? If that's
a yes, events and fundraising volunteering is for you!
Volunteer Co-ordinators, 01909 517360, volunteering@bluebellwood.org

Bluebell Wood Children's Hospice

Garden Supervisor S25 4AJ
We are looking for enthusiastic and motivated individuals to help supervise groups of corporate volunteers
(through their Employer-Supported Volunteering Scheme (ESV)) in our 6.5 acres of grounds at Bluebell Wood.
This is a rewarding opportunity to be part of the Bluebell Wood team, supporting numerous companies that
come together to dedicate their time to the charity. Together, you will play a key role in helping to maintain the
grounds to a high quality as an attractive haven for our families.

Garden volunteer S25 4AJ

Are you green-fingered with a love for plants?! We are looking for garden volunteers. This is a very special role
to support us to keep our hospice gardens a special haven for our families.

Housekeeping Volunteer S25 4AJ

Would you like to play a key part in your local children's hospice? We are looking for housekeeping volunteers!

Reception volunteer S25 4AJ

Would you like the chance to help greet visitors to the hospice? Do you have a confident telephone manner?
If that's a yes, we have a fantastic opportunity for you! We are looking for volunteers to join our reception team
at the hospice, acting as a first contact for all telephone and drop-in enquiries and carrying out some basic
administration tasks.

Volunteer Co-ordinators, 01909 517 360, volunteering@bluebellwood.org

ExtraCare Charitable Trust - Brunswick Gardens
Afternoon Social Volunteer - Once a month S13 7RB
We are looking for volunteers to help assist with our once a month Wednesday afternoon social event 1.30pm -
3.30pm. This role includes helping set up our village hall ready for the event and during the interval to help
serve teas, coffees and cakes to our residents, their families and friends of our village. Volunteers involved
would also have to the option to attend the event as a visitor for their own enjoyment.

Coffee Bar Volunteer - Brunswick Gardens Village

A great opportunity to gain experience working with other volunteers in our villages coffee bar. Engaging
customers and residents taking orders, stock rotation, maintaining cleanliness full training provided including
food safety certificate.

Library Volunteer - 2 hours per week

Library Volunteer at Brunswick Gardens Retirement Village, Woodhouse.

Sue Milner, 0114 2940034, sue.milner@extracare.org.uk

Grow
Volunteer Mentor
We are looking for volunteer mentors to join our youth development programme, Walk and Talk.

Wendy Flemming, 01143211810, wendy.flemming@growuk.org

Guide Dogs
Puppy Raisers S1 2PP
Puppy raisers provide the loving homes that help raise our future guide dogs until they go off for their training
to be guide dogs.
Volunteer Fosterers
Help raise a future guide dog and make a difference.

Linda Conway, 0800 781 1444, Linda.Conway@guidedogs.org.uk

Ignite Imaginations
Trustee
We are looking for 3 new members to join our current Board of Trustees including the role of Chair. We are
seeking enthusiastic and skilled individuals to help strengthen our strategic development and reach across
Sheffield.
Luisa Golob, 01142686813, luisa@igniteimaginations.org.uk

Light Peer Support Ltd (prev Light Sheffield)

Dad one to one peer support volunteer
Use your own experience of postnatal depression or anxiety to help local dads. We seek dedicated &
compassionate people to support dads who are struggling. Join our fantastic volunteer team, receive full
training & help us to make a difference.

Josanne Ratcliffe, 0114 4388962, volunteer_coordinator@lightpeersupport.org.uk

Light Peer Support Ltd (prev Light Sheffield)
Dad peer support volunteer S2 3QE
Dads' peer support sessions.
We are looking for dads with a personal experience of perinatal mental health who would like to support other
dads at our informal monthly group, and at one-one sessions.
The sessions are open to any dad who has a pregnant partner or baby up to 2 years old who would like
someone to talk to about their mental health or well-being.

Facilitator Support Group

Make a difference to mothers & families in this varied & exciting role. Learn new skills & change lives. We seek
dedicated volunteers to help run & facilitate support groups for families with perinatal issues.

Forum Support
Make a difference helping parents & carers in need of support, from your own home and in your own time. We
seek dedicated people to support our Forum users by providing online information & advice about pre and
postnatal depression & anxiety.

One-to-one peer support

Use your own experience of postnatal depression or anxiety to help local families. We seek dedicated &
compassionate people to support parents who are struggling. Join our fantastic volunteer team, receive full
training & help us to make a difference.

Virtual Peer Support Group Volunteer

Could you use your own experience of postnatal depression or anxiety to offer much needed support to mums
and their families? We are looking for dedicated and compassionate people to help to run our Virtual Support
Groups.
The role will involve:
 Welcoming mums and babies on-line; helping them to feel comfortable & relaxed
 Actively contributing towards group discussions; encouraging & supporting mums to be involved
 Listening without judgement

Josanne Ratcliffe, 0114 4388962, volunteer_coordinator@lightpeersupport.org.uk

Sharrow Lantern Carnival

Marketing Coordinator Sharrow Lantern Carnival 2022 S7 1DB
To promote our community event Sharrow Lantern Carnival 2022.

James Starky, sharrowlanterns@gmail.com

Sheffield Cathedral
Event Steward S1 1HA
You'll be part of Sheffield Cathedral's wide and varied events programme by stewarding for - Vintage markets;
craft and flea markets; musical concerts to a wide variety of musical genres; art installations; light shows and
community events.

Guide S1 1HA
Are you welcoming & friendly? You could use your knowledge & interest in history to run tours for our visitors.
You'll explain our history, heritage & place in the city, covering areas such as architecture, artifacts &
personalities.

Retail Volunteer S1 1HA

Do you enjoy helping & speaking with people? You'll welcome visitors with a smile, be helpful to them, take
payments (cash & card) using the till, restock goods & create displays.

Welcomer S1 1HA
Use your great people skills to welcome our visitors! You’ll listen to & direct visitors; give info (e.g. on history,
events, meetings), give out leaflets & direct people to the Chaplains or Clergy to discuss faith issues.

Chris Carrington, 0114 275 3434, chris.carrington@sheffield-cathedral.org.uk

Sheffield General Cemetery Trust

Social Media and Marketing S11 8NT
Do you have a flair for social media, like writing blogs and developing creative content. We would like a small
team of volunteers to help promote Sheffield General Cemetery as a place to visit, learn about the history and
heritage of the site, watch the wildlife, come to one of our events or hold your own event at. You will be
supported by an experienced Events and Marketing Manager and this is a wonderful opportunity to gain
experience and learn new skills.
Tracey Harrison-Marr, 0782 5088086, volunteering@gencem.org

SYAC Limited
Admin Assistant S3 8JD
If you'd like to build and develop skills and experience in office administration, this could be the role for you!
Tasks include receiving and sorting mail, post, general enquiries and emails, minute taking, filing of hard copy
and digital documents.

Handy Person S3 8JD

Are you skilled or keen to start a career in building maintenance or property management services? We're
looking for an enthusiastic volunteer to help ensure the general upkeep and maintenance of our building and its
premises, including gardening.

Reception Assistant S3 8JD

Do you have the skills and experience in reception work? In this role you'll be able to use, and build on, your
skills & experience in office work doing reception and telephone work, administration, office procedures and
customer service.

Janet Angel, 0114 223 2100, enquiries@syacltd.org.uk

The Suit Works
Social Media Volunteer S1 4GE
Do you know your way around Social Media? Would you like to gain further experience in the field? Could you
support us by posting relevant content on our platforms (Facebook, Twitter, LinkedIn, Instagram) and engaging
with like-minded organisations? If so, we really need you!
As a Social Media Volunteer you will use your digital skills to promote, develop and maintain our online
presence in order to maximise our impact and promote ourselves as widely as possible.

Volunteer Treasurer S1 4GE

The Suit Works is a small but growing organisation and we are now looking for Treasurer who can help lead us
towards the next phase of our development.
The role of a Treasurer is to maintain an overview of the organisations affairs, ensure its financial viability and
ensure that proper financial records and procedures are maintained.

Faye Mellors, 07468464776, faye@thesuitworks.co.uk

Woodhouse & District Community Forum

Care-Home Wellbeing Friends
Care-Home Wellbeing Friends.
Amanda Frost / Joanne Jackson, 07305192584 / 07856 954775, joanne.jackson41@nhs.net

Volunteer Drivers
Friendly Drivers required to transport service users to local activity groups.

Amanda Frost / Joanne Jackson, 07305192584 / 07856 954775, amanda.frost1@nhs.net

Zest
Empowering Parents Empowering Communities Parent Group Leader
Train to be a parent group leader leading practical caring groups for local parents in your community. Training
will start in March 2022 but we are welcoming applications now. Full support, travel expenses and childcare
fees covered. Supported by SCC Parenting team in delivering groups. Comprehensive training including optional
additional training in working with families of children with ASD.
TRAINING STARTS WEDNESDAY 23 MARCH 9.30AM-2 PM, EVERY WEDNESDAY FOR 12 WEEKS AT ZEST CENTRE.

Family Centre volunteer (Early Years) S2 4NF

As an Early Years volunteer you’ll support the healthy development of children & their families in a baby group.
We will support & train you so you enjoy your role: register, welcome & interact with families, set up room &
tidy afterwards. May help with craft activities.

Lynn Wragg, 07792191522, lynn.wragg@zestcommunity.co.uk

Frequently Asked Questions
Can I volunteer?
Anyone can volunteer. People already in employment, full-time or part-time, refugees and asylum
seekers, retired, students, unemployed and anyone else not mentioned here. Really, volunteering is
for everyone.

When can I start?

It can take a few weeks for you to go through the application and recruitment process. The one thing
that often takes the most time is the DBS police check (formerly CRB), though not all volunteering
requires a police check.

What about my expenses?

Organisations should pay your travel and out of pocket expenses. To be registered with us we require
this. Please contact us if you have had difficulty securing these expenses.

Do I need particular skills to volunteer?

Sometimes, depending on the voluntary role. But very often no particular skill is required; the
organisation will give you the right training for your role.

How soon might I be able to find a paid job after I volunteer?

There is no guarantee that volunteering will lead to paid employment. But you will get a lot out of
volunteering including new skills, experience and confidence, which can help with job prospects.

Will I get any support as a volunteer?

You should be given an induction when you start, training that is relevant to your role and
catch-ups or supervisions relevant to your role.

I am an asylum seeker - am I allowed to volunteer?

Yes - you can volunteer as many hours as you want. There are no restrictions on asylum seekers
volunteering. You are not allowed to do ‘unpaid work’ but volunteering is different.
You are allowed to volunteer in a charity. Ask us for more information.

I’m on benefits - can I volunteer without losing my benefits?

Yes, you can - plus volunteering is recognised as giving you a better chance of finding paid work. So,
you can volunteer as many hours as you like while you are on benefits, as long as you still meet the
terms for getting them. If you are claiming Jobseeker’s Allowance, this will mean you still need to
look for paid work and you must be free to start a job with one weeks’ notice.
It might be good to discuss your volunteering with your benefit agency so they are in the picture.

I am under 18 - can I volunteer?

Yes, you can. There are a range of opportunities set up for younger volunteers; you can download a
list of these from our website. If you need help doing this please call us on 0114 253 6649 or e-mail
vc@vas.org.uk

I have a criminal conviction - can I volunteer?

You can, and many people with criminal convictions do. It all depends on the nature of your
conviction, how recent it was, the kind of voluntary role you would like and the organisation where
you wish to volunteer.

Any other questions? Please call us on 0114 253 6649 (Mon – Thurs) or email vc@vas.org.uk
Rights and responsibilities
As a volunteer you have a right to:
 Travel expenses
 Induction and relevant training
 Support and supervision
 Safe working conditions
 Insurance cover
 Being treated in accordance with an organisation’s equal opportunities
policy
 Access to a complaints procedure

Your responsibilities are:

 Working within the organisation’s policies and procedures,
which will be explained to you
 Working within the boundaries of the volunteering task
profile
 Maintaining confidentiality as appropriate
 Informing the Volunteer Manager of any problems.

www.sheffieldvolunteercentre.org.uk
vc@vas.org.uk
0114 253 6649 (Mon – Thurs)