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Explore our current list of vacancies and apply for a schools and education opportunity.
If you can’t find what you’re looking for, there is a full list of all our opportunities on Infohub (login required), or you can contact the Civic and Community Engagement team for more advice.
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IntoUniversity
IntoUniversity centres provide a friendly, supportive and secure environment for young people aged seven and above to learn, discover and thrive. To develop essential skills and gain exposure to the professional world.
Jacari
Jacari is a charity providing home tutoring for disadvantaged children aged 6 to 16 who don’t speak English as their first language.
Action Tutoring
Action Tutoring supports young people facing socio-economic disadvantages to achieve a meaningful level of academic attainment through the work of volunteer one-to-one tutors.
Literacy Pirates
Literacy Pirates supports children aged 9-12 who are falling behind at school. Their after-school programme helps develop literacy, confidence and perseverance.
Education vacancies: closing soon
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Volunteering - Sea Cadet Instructor - Bristol
Employer: Bristol Adventure Sea CadetsApplication closing date: 28 Mar 2026, 11:59 pmLocation: Bristol South West United KingdomDo you have enthusiasm and a passion for working with young people from a variety of backgrounds?
Would you like the opportunity to apply this passion in a meaningful role to launch young people for life, whilst also enhancing your skills, boosting your self-esteem and meeting new people? -
Volunteering - Business Volunteer - Bristol
Employer: Young EnterpriseApplication closing date: 27 Mar 2026, 11:59 pmLocation: Bristol Bristol, England United KingdomSchools around Bristol take part in the Young Enterprise Company Programme, running a real business in school time and keeping the profits! They benefit from having an external Business Volunteer to encourage, mentor, advise, suggest, help production, use IT, sell and succeed.
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Volunteering - University Student Mentor - Bristol
Employer: IntoUniversityApplication closing date: 20 Mar 2026, 11:59 pmLocation: Bristol City of Bristol, England United KingdomOur mission as a charity is to provide local support that can break cycles of disadvantage and open up new opportunities for young people. We believe that, with support, every young person can progress to an excellent post-school destination and we are committed to helping them on this journey.
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Volunteering - Group Mentoring Mentor - Bristol
Employer: IntoUniversityApplication closing date: 11 Feb 2026, 11:59 pmLocation: Bristol Bristol, England United KingdomBrief Activity Details: We are looking for enthusiastic volunteers to support us in running a 2-day programme with children and young people from East Bristol.
- Support students to set goals and take part in fun activities - Act as a role model and help them consider their future goals. -
Volunteering - Skateboarding Youth Work Assistant - Winterbourne & Bristol
Employer: Campus Skateparks CICApplication closing date: 7 Feb 2026, 11:59 pmLocation: Bristol, Winterbourne Bristol, England United KingdomCampus Skateboarding is a Bristol-based, skater-owned not-for-profit using skateboarding to support children and young people. We run inclusive indoor skateparks in Bishopsworth, Winterbourne and Broadmead, and deliver accessible tuition, clubs, holiday sessions and community skate activities.
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Volunteering - Skateboarding School-Holiday Youth Work - Bristol
Employer: Campus Skateparks CICApplication closing date: 7 Feb 2026, 11:59 pmLocation: Bristol Bristol, England United KingdomCampus Skateboarding is a Bristol-based, skater-owned not-for-profit using skateboarding to support children and young people. We run inclusive indoor skateparks in Bishopsworth, Winterbourne and Broadmead, and deliver accessible tuition, clubs, holiday sessions and community skate activities.
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Volunteering - Summer Placement in an Education Setting - Bristol - 3-week volunteer programme
Employer: Trust in Learning AcademiesApplication closing date: 20 Feb 2026, 11:59 pmLocation: Bristol Bristol, England United KingdomGain valuable classroom experience this June with our flexible 3-week volunteer programme. Perfect for current UWE students exploring careers in education across our inclusive Bristol school communities.
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Volunteering - International Women's Day Event - Stewards - Bristol
Employer: Bristol Women's VoiceApplication closing date: 2 Mar 2026, 11:59 pmLocation: Bristol Bristol, England United KingdomWe are seeking enthusiastic and reliable women / non-binary volunteers to work as Stewards for the International Women’s Day event at City Hall. Stewards play a crucial role in ensuring the day runs smoothly, helping everyone feel welcome, and guiding attendees to where they need to be.
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INTERNATIONAL VOLUNTEERING - Teach in Thailand: TEFL Teaching Internship UNPAID with funding available
Employer: Gotoco - Go Global UWE Partner 24/25Application closing date: 12 Feb 2026Location: ThailandLooking for an exciting way to travel, gain work experience and obtain a valuable teaching qualification? Join Gotoco's Thailand programme!
You'll teach English in rural and temple schools in Thailand while working towards a TEFL teaching qualification. -
INTERNATIONAL VOLUNTEERING -Teach in Vietnam: TEFL Teaching Internship UNPAID with funding available
Employer: Gotoco - Go Global UWE Partner 24/25Application closing date: 20 Feb 2026Location: VietnamAre you ready to travel, gain meaningful work experience, and a TEFL qualification? Look no further than Gotoco's Vietnam programme! You'll teach English in training schools in Vietnam while working towards a TEFL teaching qualification.
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Reasons to volunteer
Volunteering is a great addition to your CV. It is also a good opportunity to meet new people, get out and about and have some fun, and make a difference in the local community.
Contact the Civic and Community Engagement Team
Contact us for enquiries about volunteering opportunities and recruiting volunteers.