Volunteering Opportunities

This page lists current volunteering roles with local charities and organisations in Bath. If you can't find something you are interested in at the moment, please check back in the future. If there is a charity you'd like to work with which isn't listed, or if you have a volunteering idea you would be interested in setting up, contact the SU team on volunteers@bath.ac.uk

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Showing 1 to 10 of 17 opportunities

Activity Supporter

Bath Gateway Out and About

This opportunity takes place between 27 Sep 2024 and 06 Aug 2025 Closing date for applications is 06 Aug.
The club is looking for volunteers to help support our learning disabled members during their weekly Social and Leisure Activities (on Monday or Wednesday evenings between 7-9pm), along with occasional day trips and holidays. Volunteer training will be provided, including free safeguarding and first aid courses. This is a massively rewarding role that will enable the volunteer to gain skills in caring for and helping vulnerable adults.
Bath Gateway Out and About provides age appropriate Social and Leisure Activities on a weekly basis for our members of 18 years plus who have many different kinds of disabilities.

Our aim is to help and support our members get out and about and experience some of the pleasures of life that others may take for granted.

Our club is looking for volunteers to help support our members to enjoy Social and Leisure Activities on a weekly basis, for example their programme will include: meals out; boat trips; cinema visits; attendingnight clubs and discos; panto; summer B-B-Qs; picnics in the park; pub visits; day trips; an annual holiday excursion; fundraising events and much more!

The weekly activities take place on Monday or Wednesday evenings between 7pm and 9pm.
- Work withAdults and Older People, Disability and Health
- Role TypeCommunity Volunteer
- Communication Skills
- Cultural Awareness
- Initiative
- Sport
- Teamwork
- Time Management
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Retail and E-Commerce Assistants

Bath Cats and Dogs Home

This opportunity takes place from 04 Sep 2024
We have the opportunity for volunteers who have a passion for retail and animals to join the team at our brand new charity shop on George Street in the city centre. This is an exciting time for us and we are looking forward to growing a friendly team in this new retail hub for the charity. There are plenty of roles available to suit your interests and availability from shop floor, to back room to e-commerce support. We are seeking more volunteers to join our bustling George Street team on Tuesdays, Fridays and Saturday afternoons and would love to hear from people who are happy to be serve customers on the till.
Role Profile

Our shop volunteers play an integral role in the day-to-day running of our charity shops and the maximising of sales to support Bath Cats & Dogs Home. Whether you prefer working behind the scenes or on the shop floor in a customer facing role there are plenty of tasks to get involved with.

Your activities could include:
- Assisting and serving customers on the till
- Providing excellent customer service on the shop floor
- Creating attractive displays and assisting with the visual merchandising of the shop
- Receiving donations from the public and promoting our Gift Aid scheme
- Assisting with the processing of donated stock, including sorting, steaming and hanging of items
- Other daily tasks including cleaning, tidying, dusting and hoovering
The George Street shop is our retail hub as it is also home to our E-Commerce operation. The friendly team working at George Street are happy for potential volunteers to explore the areas that are of interest to them, so if you love researching books or obscure bands, possibly discovering that a donation could raise hundreds for us by being sold online, then perhaps you'd enjoy working within our E-Commerce team!

About You

You will be a motivated and enthusiastic individual with a love for animals. Good communication and customer care skills are key to a successful charity shop so the ability to work as part of a team and with the general public is desirable. There is a manual handling element to the role so this should be considered on application. The hours are flexible although we ask for a regular commitment of a few hours each week.

Full in person training will be provided for donation sorting and retail guidelines, as well as our waste management and recycling processes.
- Role TypeCommunity Volunteer
- Work withOther
- Commercial Awareness
- Communication Skills
- Teamwork
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Performers wanted

Bath Gateway Out and About

This opportunity is ongoing, with no end date. Closing date for applications is 06 Aug.
We are looking for any fantastic performers, all considered, to entertain our lovely group of adults with learning disabilities.We will supply you a chance to showcase your talents, practice your acts , a free venue, a very willing audience and also some free publicity (if you would like this)
We are Bath Gateway Out and About, supporting adults with learning disabilities to get `out and about ` and enjoy social pleasures that you and I probably take for granted .

We run two clubs per week for about thirty members, one on a Monday night, the other a wednesday night, both running from 7-9pm .

We are looking for people to showcase their talents to a really enthusiastic audience . Doesn't have to be for two hours , but maybe up to an hour (or less) on an ad hoc basis , but if you do a Monday , we wouldlove it if in the same week , you could repeat your act on the Wednesday , this way , none of our lovely members miss out .

We will consider anything; singers, choirs, poets, actors, dancers, artists, musicians, magicians, bands, dj's, fitness instructors, painters and anything that we have missed. If you think you would like to perform with us and for us, please get in touch. We know within the University of our lovely City there is so much talent, we just need to find you!

Further details ping us an email office@bgoa.org.uk or follow the instructions on this site

Really look forward to finding you budding talents out there

Thank you
- Work withAdults and Older People, Children and Young People, Disability and Health, Campaigning and Activism
- Role TypeCommunity Volunteer, Micro-volunteering, Project Leader, Tutor
- Communication Skills
- Cultural Awareness
- Decision Making
- Enterprise
- Initiative
- Leadership
- Organisation/Planning
- Project Management
- Problem Solving
- Sport
- Teamwork
- Time Management
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Event Champion (Walk for Parkinson's - 6 Sept 2025)

Parkinson's UK

This opportunity takes place on 06 Sep 2025 Closing date for applications is 01 Sep.
Have you got a good cheering voice? Warm personality and a big smile? Want to spend some of your free time at the weekend supporting Parkinson's UK and our Walk for Parkinson's event? Come along to Bath Spa University, pop on a Parkinson's UK t-shirt, and be part of the team.
Volunteer role
Event Champion

Volunteer manager
Events team

Where you will be based
Community

Why we want you

You’ll be part of the team supporting our fundraisers and events. We need your enthusiasm and cheering abilities to help organise and motivate those taking part. You’ll be part of the mission to ensure event attendees have the best possible experience, raising vital funds to find a cure and improve life for everyone affected by Parkinson's

What you will be doing
- Marshalling, ushering or cheering participants or event guests
- Running registration, information or merchandise stands
- Answering queries from event participants and providing information on the work of Parkinson’s UK
- Liaising with the event organiser to ensure things run smoothly, reporting any issues or concerns
- Event set up and packing down
- Most event champions spend two to three hours with us
The skills you need
- Friendly and welcoming personality
- Happy to be part of a team
- Flexibility and willingness to change tasks as the event needs
- Role TypeCommunity Volunteer, Fundraiser, Micro-volunteering, Project Leader, Sports Coach, SU Volunteer
- Work withAdults and Older People, Children and Young People, Disability and Health
- Communication Skills
- Initiative
- Organisation/Planning
- Problem Solving
- Sport
- Teamwork
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Bath Carnival Volunteer

Bath Carnival

This opportunity takes place on 12 Jul 2025
Bath Carnival will be an explosion of colour, a truly inclusive free party, designed and delivered for the people, by the people. As our community project continues to grow so must our team of volunteers. Would you like to be part of our award winning team and help us add even more vibrancy back to the city? Click on one of our volunteer roles below for more information or contact us if you have a particular skill which you think could be put to good use with Bath Carnival.
Roles available

1. Festival Steward / Donation Collector
2. Litter Picker
3. Event Support
4. Support Artist
5. Photographer
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Graduate Volunteer Tutor

The Access Project

This opportunity takes place between 01 Sep 2025 and 01 Jul 2026
Graduating this summer? Kick-start your career by volunteering as a tutor with The Access Project, helping an under-resourced young person beat the odds and get into a top university.
At The Access Project, we work with schools across the UK who share our belief that students with high potential should have equitable access to higher education, regardless of their background.

Our tutors are central to driving this change, empowering students to reach their full potential. By tutoring online for just one hour a week, you’ll have the opportunity to:
- Inspire your student through providing one-to-one academic support in a GCSE subject of your choice ??
- Develop highly transferable skills through helping others thrive, boosting your professional prospects??
- Gain valuable hands-on experience in the charity and education sectors, helping to shape your career path??
- Contribute to our wider mission to improve social mobility through widening access to higher education ??
- Join a dynamic community of passionate, like-minded volunteers ??
All tutoring sessions take place online, allowing you to volunteer from anywhere in the UK at a time that works with your schedule.

Never tutored before? No problem! Whether you’re a first-time tutor or have some experience, we’ll provide all the support you need to succeed. Over the summer, you’ll join us for comprehensive online training, as well as gaining a CPD-accredited safeguarding qualification and an enhanced DBS certificate – all at no cost to you.

We work in collaboration with leading graduate employers across a wide range of sectors, including Bain and Company, KPMG, Deloitte, Rothschild & Co, the Civil Service, Slaughter and May, and more. If you’re looking to strengthen your CV, volunteering is a great way to demonstrate shared values and your commitment to personal growth.

Ready to inspire the next generation? Register now at www.theaccessproject.org.uk/apply to guarantee your place on our 2025/26 programme. Don't miss this opportunity to shape a young person’s future!

To get involved, all we ask is that you:
- Are passionate about our mission, and ready to share your knowledge with enthusiasm
- Have studied the subject you would like to tutor, or a related subject, to A level / level 3 or higher
- Can commit to one hour of tutoring per week (plus preparation time)
- Are happy to undertake an enhanced DBS check (provided by us) and provide two references (personal or professional)
- Will be based in the UK for the duration of the programme (September 2025 – July 2026).
By expressing your interest in this role, you agree to being contacted by The Access Project about this opportunity. We will use your details to initiate an application for this role on your behalf, and you will receive communications from The Access Project inviting you to complete this application.

If you would like to opt out of us saving your application, please send a message to dpo@theaccessproject.org.uk. You can read about how we process your data in our Privacy Notice.
- Role TypeTutor
- Work withChildren and Young People, Schools and Education
- Communication Skills
- Decision Making
- Initiative
- Leadership
- Organisation/Planning
- Problem Solving
- Time Management
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Schools Workshop Volunteer

Share and Repair

This opportunity takes place between 07 May 2025 and 31 Jul 2025

We need volunteers for a repair session with school children, and would love to hear from you if you might fancy getting involved! If you helped out you would be working with the children to fix torches by testing batteries and replacing their bulbs and we also get them to work together to unblock a Henry vacuum cleaner. It is a fun session and the kids are generally very engaged.

We have been running a school programme for a couple of years now. We are delighted to have a new partnership with B&NES Council to run 3 workshop days with them at the Keynsham Recycling Centre.

We will work with two Year 6 classes (age 10/11) from a local school on each day. The days will run from 9-3 with a morning and afternoon session and we will be arranging lunch half way through ( for us not the kids!!).

Our school workshop consists of a classroom style activity and a practical session which both run simultaneously and then the children switch round.

We are seeking some volunteers for the repair session and would love to hear from you if you might fancy getting involved! If you helped out you would be working with the children to fix torches by testing batteries and replacing their bulbs and we also get them to work together to unblock a Henry vacuum cleaner. It is a fun session and the kids are generally very engaged.

Although a knowledge of how to repair things is useful it is not essential to get involved in the session. Our aim is to get the message across that choosing to repair and borrow should be the first thing they think of when something breaks or they need something new.

The first dates are all Tuesdays and are 3rd June, 17th June and 8th July. There are other dates following this if none of these suit.

Role TypeCommunity Volunteer, Micro-volunteering
Work withChildren and Young People, Schools and Education, Conservation and Environment, Campaigning and Activism

Communication Skills
Decision Making
Initiative
Problem Solving
Teamwork

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Student Trainer

SU Peer Support

This opportunity takes place between 19 May 2025 and 04 Oct 2025
We are looking for students to facilitate sessions that will upskill and inform their peers.Lead ready made sessions or create your own, at times that suit you in the semester.Enhance your skills, gain voluntary experience and share your experiences in a variety of topics.
Why not develop career ready skills, share knowledge and expand your horizons to others through our Student Trainer Scheme!

The scheme allows you to run one of our current workshops such as Disability Awareness, Sustainability or any new workshop you would be passionate about running!

Applications close on 4 October. You can access the application form here.
- Role TypeSU Volunteer
- Communication Skills
- Decision Making
- Initiative
- Leadership
- Organisation/Planning
- Time Management
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Oasis Pantry Volunteer

Oasis Pantry

This opportunity takes place between 10 Jun 2025 and 31 Dec 2025
Oasis Hub Bath run two affordable food pantries for people on low incomes in the city centre and Southdown areas of Bath. We need volunteers for both our set-up and delivery teams.
As a set-up volunteer you'll help out for two hours either on a Monday morning in Southdown, or a Thursday morning in the city centre. (Hours can be discussed to be flexible). You'll help receive our food deliveries, restock and set up our pantry ready for our members to shop in the afternoon. This role would suit anyone who is happy with practical tasks such as lifting boxes, restocking food shelves, and setting up our cafe with tea and coffee supplies. You'll always have the help and direction of a team leader, and you'll work in a team of about two other volunteers.

As a sessional volunteer you'll be helping out for around three hours on a Monday afternoon in Southdown, or a Thursday afternoon in the city centre. You'll be welcoming our pantry members as they arrive at the pantry, registering new members, signing in existing members and helping people to choose their shopping. You might also have a chat with members over tea and coffee, and you'll help with packing away equipment once the session is over - restocking cupboards, loading the dishwasher, wiping down surfaces and putting tables away. You'll always have the help of a team leader, and you'll work in a team of about five other volunteers.
- Work withAdults and Older People
- Role TypeCommunity Volunteer
- Communication Skills
- Cultural Awareness
- Decision Making
- Financial Management
- IT Skills
- Organisation/Planning
- Problem Solving
- Teamwork
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Online Campaigns Champion

CPRE The Countryside Charity

This opportunity is ongoing, with no end date.
At CPRE, we’re passionate about making the countryside a better place for everyone to enjoy. This flexible, micro-volunteering role is a great way to stand up for the countryside if you don’t have much time to spare! You’ll take quick and easy online actions to support our campaigns from home (or wherever you have internet access!) at a time that suits you.We're particularly keen to recruit people aged 18 - 30 (although this role is open to everyone!) as we want to being younger voices into our campaigning work.This is an excellent opportunity for those looking explore a career in environmental campaigning and advocacy. By taking easy online actions, you’ll help us to champion environmental issues such as the climate emergency, renewable energy, biodiversity and sustainable transport.We’ll ask you to take and feedback on England based campaigning actions, to inform what we do in the future. Your ideas will shape the way we do our campaigns in the future.We’re looking to build our team of activists for a series of actions over the next few months. You’ll actively shape the future of this work, and you’ll be testing an exciting new way to volunteer with CPRE! Interested in taking part? Find out more below.
Why we want you

We want to gain the support of people with many different experiences of the countryside to inform what we do so we can work towards a thriving countryside for everyone.

You'll join a group of enthusiastic volunteers taking actions and giving feedback that directly supports our campaigning work. Some actions will take as little as 5 minutes!

Sign up is easy - we just need a few details and then you'll join our activist pool. Please note you must be 18 or over to sign up for this role.

What you will be doing

The types of actions we’ll ask you to take part may include:
- Build our understanding of what motivates you to support our campaigns, what you’d like to see us do in the future and how best you’d like to take part through surveys and feedback
- Sign a petition, send a letter to your MP using a template or take a survey
- Read / share articles & like / share posts / blogs
- Attend an online session / webinar / training eg on lobbying
- Feedback on campaigns content (reports, website, podcasts)
The skills you need
- An interest in the countryside and environmental issues
- Willing to give feedback as part of the role
- Access to a computer, tablet or smartphone with internet
- No experience necessary!
What's in it for you
- Use your enthusiasm, skills and experience to make a positive difference to the countryside
- Opportunity to influence future campaigning asks, and feedback on what works
- Access to online campaigning training and webinars
- Learn new advocacy and campaigning skills
- Work withConservation and Environment, Campaigning and Activism
- Role TypeMicro-volunteering, Virtual
- Communication Skills
- Cultural Awareness
- Initiative
- Problem Solving
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Community Volunteer	Sports Coach
Fundraiser	SU Volunteer
Micro-volunteering	Tutor
Project Leader	Virtual

Adults and Older People	Conservation and Environment
Children and Young People	Arts and Culture
Disability and Health	Campaigning and Activism
Schools and Education	Other

Volunteer role	Event Champion
Volunteer manager	Events team
Where you will be based	Community

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