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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 - Toddler Group Playworker - Bristol
Employer: Diocese of BristolApplication closing date: 14 Jul 2026, 11:59 pmLocation: Knowle, Bristol Bristol, England United KingdomDo you enjoy working with young children and helping them learn through play? St. Barnabas in Knowle West is looking for volunteers to support their weekly toddler group including taking a lead on craft activities, sensory trays and messy play activities.
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TCF Trustee - Bristol
Employer: The Care ForumApplication closing date: 13 Jul 2026, 11:59 pmLocation: Bristol Bristol, England United KingdomThe Care Forum (TCF) seeks university students at any level to join its Board as Trustees. If you're an undergraduate, postgraduate or doctoral student wanting meaningful experience and a voice in real decisions, you can contribute to senior leadership alongside experienced professionals.
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Volunteering - Community Champion Volunteer (Sense) - Bristol
Employer: Sense - VolunteeringApplication closing date: 7 Jul 2026, 11:59 pmLocation: Bristol Bristol, England United KingdomAs a Community Champion volunteer, you’ll play a vital role in helping us raise funds and awareness to support people with complex disabilities.
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Volunteering - Befriender - Bath and North East Somerset
Application closing date: 11 Jul 2026, 11:59 pmLocation: Bath and North East Somerset Bath and North East Somerset, England United KingdomAs a Volunteer at Time2Share, you will play a vital role in our mission to support Disabled children and young people. Located in Bath, this position allows you to make a meaningful impact by fostering friendships and providing companionship through our befriending scheme.
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Volunteer Police Cadet Leaders - South Gloucestershire & Bristol
Employer: Avon & Somerset Volunteer Police CadetsApplication closing date: 8 Jun 2026, 11:59 pmLocation: Patchway, Bristol South Gloucestershire, England United KingdomWe have a fantastic opportunity for Volunteer Police Cadet Leaders to be part of our Cadet Units.
You do not need to have a policing background. Cadet leaders are positive role models for the police cadets and create a safe, fun environment for them to learn and develop. -
Volunteering - Young People's Activities
Employer: Diocese of BristolApplication closing date: 7 Jul 2026, 11:59 pmLocation: Knowle, Bristol Bristol, England United KingdomAre you looking for ways to use your creativity and social skills to support your local community? St Barnabas in Knowle West is looking for safe hangout space volunteers to help facilitate fun and engaging activities for 8-15 year olds including sports, crafts, games and chill and chat.
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Volunteer - Group Mentoring Mentor (children and young people support) - Bristol
Employer: IntoUniversityApplication closing date: 20 May 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.
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Volunteering - Reading/Writing Crewmate (Literacy Pirates) - Remote, UK
Employer: The Literacy PiratesApplication closing date: 8 Jun 2026, 11:59 pmLocation: United KingdomWe take children on voyages as readers and writers. Children join us on our Virtual Ship once a week to practise their reading and writing. By welcoming them into our joyful spaces, publishing their work in the real world, and celebrating everything they do, we develop their literacy, confidence and perseverance.
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International Volunteering (UWE Global Partner) - TEFL Teaching Internship (UNPAID with funding available) - Vietnam
Employer: Gotoco - Go Global UWE Partner 24/25Application closing date: 29 May 2026, 11:59 pmLocation: 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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International Volunteering (UWE Global Partner) - TEFL Teaching Internship (UNPAID with funding available) - Thailand
Employer: Gotoco - Go Global UWE Partner 24/25Application closing date: 29 May 2026, 11:59 pmLocation: 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.
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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.