Flexible – VOLIFE Chesterfield

Volunteer Shop Assistant – Chesterfield

Do you enjoy meeting new people?

Do you enjoy being part of your community?

Would you like to gain new skills?

Come and join our team!

We are looking for volunteers to help in the store and be part of our retail team.

As a volunteer you could:

Serve customers on the till
Take donations
Welcome customers
Sort and price stock

You will learn lots of new skills in this role too which you could add to your CV.

If you are friendly and enjoy being part of a team this is a great volunteer role for you!

What you need to know:

Volunteer weekly for a few hours or a whole day (we’re open 7 days a week)
Travel expenses are paid back to you (up to £10 per day)
We will train you and support you every step of the way

Money we raise through our stores helps people with a learning disability live the life they choose.

Benefits

What can I expect from Mencap?

Training and induction
To feel fully supported in your role
Agreed out-of-pocket expenses to be reimbursed (e.g. travel)
To meet new people and be part of a team
To learn new skills
To feel appreciated and valued

Secretary, mental health champion and mental health first aider

Mindscape are in need of couple of volunteers, one to become the secretary of the group helping with admin side of things as we expand. We also require a mental health champion to help promote the group and what we are about but also being there as a bit of support for individuals if they need it with their mental health issues. Mental health first aid certificate advantage but not essential as training is available.

Tool collectors

The Tool Collectors role is to respond to requests from members of the public to collect tools they have to donate and to store them ready for the TWAM van to collect.There is considerable flexibility in this role timewise as collections can be made at any time which is agreed between you and the donor so can be any day or time agreed.

Typical tasks may include
Taking calls and emails from members of the public and arranging collection times
Driving to collect tools from people and bringing them back to your storage area
Arranging collections from the TWAM vans

If you are not able to, or prefer not to drive, there is the option to be a drop point which works in a similar way but the tool donor brings the tools to you.

You should have a friendly and welcoming personality as you will be the face of TWAM to members of the Public. You need to enjoy driving and be happy to travel reasonable distances. You also need to be reasonably physically fit as the loads of tools can be heavy. Finally, you need to be reasonably organised to ensure that you check emails regularly and respond to these and telephone requests and can sort out your schedule around any other commitments you have.
We provide an induction to the role which may be either over the phone, electronically or in person and a volunteer handbook on starting. You will have a named contact within TWAM for any questions or problems and further training can be provided as required. You will also be given a TWAM Polo Shirt and fleece to wear and an ID card if required.

From the role, you will gain a warm satisfaction at the difference you are making to people’s lives. You will also have opportunities if you wish to learn new skills. We will provide a reference if required for a future employer or other organisation

St John Ambulance – Bucket Collectors

I am trying to build a reserve of fundraising volunteers to support our bucket collections
If you could spare an hour or so to support our fundraising, without committing to full time volunteering here at St John.
No experience needed, no commitment- just Fun & Cake!!

Volunteering at Monkey Park

Volunteers needed at Monkey Park in Chesterfield to help run our Community Cafe – open on Thursdays, Fridays and Saturdays.

We also need volunteers to help us deliver our monthly Social Meal where we offer three course meals at a low price to help our local community and eliminate Food Waste. Volunteers needed on the third Friday of each month.

Please let us know whether you’d be interested in volunteering at the Community Cafe at our monthly Social Meal, or both we would love to hear from you!

Community Ambassador Volunteer – Northeast Derbyshire

Many people affected by terminal illness don’t realise the support available to them until they need it.

By becoming a Community Ambassador Volunteer, you can help change that.

Local communities play a vital role in supporting people through some of life’s most challenging times. You can help strengthen those community connections by sharing information and raising awareness of the support available to people affected by terminal illness.

Marie Curie provides expert end-of-life care, practical information and emotional support for people living with a terminal illness and those close to them. As a volunteer, you’ll work alongside local communities to raise awareness of the support available and help people feel more connected to the services and resources that may benefit them.

This is a flexible role that can fit around work, study, family life or retirement. Whether you visit a local library, community centre, GP surgery, leisure centre or community event, you’ll be building relationships, sharing information and helping strengthen community awareness.

Availability: Volunteer around your existing commitments

Time: Just 2-3 hours per month

Location: Northeast Derbyshire and surrounding communities

Criteria: 18 years of age or over

What you’ll do:

Share Marie Curie information within your local community
Display leaflets and resources in community venues
Attend occasional local events on behalf of Marie Curie
Help raise awareness of services and support available
Signpost people to Marie Curie’s website, support line and resources
Identify opportunities to connect with new community groups and organisations

Why you’d be a great fit:

Friendly and approachable
Comfortable talking to people from different backgrounds and experiences
Passionate about supporting their local community
Organised and reliable
Able to work independently while being part of a supportive team
Knowledgeable about your local area or interested in learning more about it

Why volunteer with Marie Curie?

Make a real difference in your local community
Be part of a nationally recognised charity making a lasting impact
Help people access the right support
Volunteer flexibly around your existing commitments
Receive training and ongoing support
Meet new people and build connections locally
Out-of-pocket travel and expenses reimbursed
Access to discounts on shopping, travel, entertainment and more
15% discount in-store at our Marie Curie Shops (Terms & Conditions apply)

Community Garden Volunteer – St Barnabas

We are looking for volunteers to help maintain our community garden, here at the award winning St. Barnabas Centre, Danesmoor. Our volunteers are a friendly bunch, who love chatting whilst they garden. If you’re lucky, there may even be a bacon cob on offer! The role is very flexible and you can work as part of a group during the group session or at a time convenient for you, as any help is greatly appreciated. Equipment will be provided, however, unfortunately we are unable to travel expenses.

Wellbeing Volunteer – Bolsover Woodlands

Bolsover Woodlands Enterprise is a social enterprise based in Derbyshire. All our team members are adults who have a learning disability. Our team members are at the heart of what we do. We aim to give people with learning disabilities exciting opportunities to develop new skills, confidence and make a real difference in their communities. We deliver a range of countryside work throughout Derbyshire; making products from local timber and delivering wellbeing work through our Nature Connections project.

Find out more about us at https://www.bolsoverwoodlands.org We are looking for volunteers who can support our team members and the wellbeing activities we deliver.

This may include:

Engaging and assisting team members to complete activities
Leading some chosen sessions with support from staff
Assisting in the smooth running of each session
Promoting positive shared communication between team members
Help to educate team members about nature/ the environment
Share skills and expertise with others
Contribute ideas for new nature-based activities Assist with set up, tidying away and cleaning before and after each session.

What you will need:

Good communication skills to liaise with staff and team members;
To be able to report any concerns or issues to staff;
To monitor team wellbeing and engagement with tasks;
To be able to support team members to wear the correct protective equipment and stay safe;
Understanding of basic health and safety; safeguarding; confidentiality; equality and guidance.
To demonstrate initiative and be able to adapt to new situations.

Speed Watch Volunteer

Derbyshire Police Community Speed Watch (CSW) volunteers are trained residents who conduct high-visibility monitoring of vehicle speeds in local communities to improve road safety and educate drivers. Volunteers use approved, hand-held devices to record speeding vehicles, sending details to the CREST Derbyshire team to send warning letters to offenders. This proactive, volunteer-led approach aims to curb speeding and reduce traffic accidents.

Key Aspects of the Role

Monitoring Vehicles – Activity: Conducting high-visibility checks (often in pairs or small groups) using approved speed detection devices.
Recording Data: Noting the registration number, make, and color of vehicles exceeding the speed limit.
Targeting: Focusing on locations where community concerns regarding speeding have been raised.
Objective: To serve as a deterrent and educate drivers, rather than directly issuing fines.
Support: Volunteers are trained and supported by Derbyshire Constabulary Safer Neighbourhood Teams (SNT).
Commitment: The role is not usually onerous, requiring just a few hours a week.

Role Requirements & Benefits

Requirements: Volunteers must be over 18, pass vetting checks, and attend training.
Benefits: You will help reduce traffic speeds, make the community safer, and gain a better understanding of road safety initiatives.

Community Outreach Volunteer

Sight Support Derbyshire is seeking enthusiastic, community-minded volunteers to help spread the word about our work across Derbyshire. This role is ideal for individuals who enjoy being active, engaging with their local community, and would like to play a key part in raising awareness about Sight Support Derbyshire and our volunteer opportunities throughout local towns and villages across the county. It’s a great opportunity for anyone who loves chatting to people, exploring local areas and supporting a charity that makes a real difference to people living with sight loss.

Key Responsibilities:

Distribute flyers on community notice boards in your local community and/or towns, villages across Derbyshire e.g. community bulletin boards, libraries, coffee shops, shopping centre’s, supermarkets, community centres.

Ensure materials are delivered in designated areas within agreed timeframe.

Follow local council regulations and guidelines regarding flyer distribution.

Keep a basic record of areas covered.

Help host a pop-up Sight Support Derbyshire information desk at community locations or events, chatting to members of the public and answering basic questions (full guidance provided).

Represent the Organisation in a positive and respectful manner within local communities.

Requirements:

Good time management and reliability.

Ability to walk for extended periods and work outdoors in varying weather conditions.

Friendly, respectful, and approachable attitude.

Familiarity with Derbyshire areas or willingness to travel within the county.

No prior experience required.

Skills & Attributes:

Good communication skills.

Strong sense of responsibility.

Self-motivated and able to work independently.

Attention to detail.

Time Commitment:

Flexible; volunteers can choose shifts that suit their availability.

Opportunities available across different parts of Derbyshire.

Benefits: Make a meaningful contribution to improving support for people affected by sight loss. Opportunity to support a local charity. Stay active and spend time outdoors. Gain valuable community service experience. Meet and connect with residents across a variety of towns, villages, and rural areas. Flexible – volunteers can choose the days / times that suit their availability.

Note: This is a voluntary, unpaid position intended to support our community outreach efforts across Derbyshire.