Volunteer with us!
Whether you’re already volunteering or considering it, thank you! Volunteers make a huge difference in providing opportunities for young people across Essex.
At Essex Youth Service, we’re passionate about ensuring young people have access to high-quality activities that help them grow and succeed. Volunteers bring energy, passion, and dedication to roles like running sports, opening youth clubs, fundraising, sitting on committees, or simply having a chat over hot chocolate.
We welcome volunteers of all ages, backgrounds, and experiences to reflect the diverse communities we serve. Young people benefit from interacting with individuals from different walks of life.
How We Support Volunteers
We offer:
- Training, including safeguarding, mental health, and nationally recognised qualifications
- DBS checks
- Access to Groop – an online platform for policies, guides, activity space, and communication tools
Volunteer Opportunities
There are many ways to get involved, including:
- Running youth club activities like crafts, games, and conversations with young people
- Supporting SEND young people with activities, independent living skills, or trips
- Detached youth work in parks and towns, providing support and activities
- Helping young people achieve their Duke of Edinburgh’s Award (Bronze, Silver, and Gold)
Committees
You don’t need to take notes or manage finances to be part of a committee. Local knowledge, an interest in young people’s wellbeing, and a willingness to learn are just as valuable.
Contact us at youthvolunteers@essex.gov.uk to find opportunities near you.
Training
We offer an Introduction to Youth Work course and other training, including First Aid, Safeguarding, and Mental Health First Aid, as well as nationally recognised qualifications.
Under 18 and Interested in Volunteering?
There are plenty of opportunities for young volunteers. Visit our young volunteers page or email youthvolunteers@essex.gov.uk.
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