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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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Volunteer - Green Project Volunteer Facilitator (Full Circle Project) - Bristol
Employer: Full Circle ProjectApplication closing date: 24 Mar 2026, 11:59 pmLocation: St. Pauls, Bristol Bristol, England United KingdomGreen Pathways is a sustainability project supporting 12–16-year-olds in St Paul’s to explore green skills and careers. UWE volunteers (any subject) will co-design and support workshops with youth, gaining hands-on community experience. Flexible hours, travel covered, facilitators present.
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Volunteering - Summer Internships & Residencies (Outdoor Events Charity) - Bransford, Worcestershire
Employer: Green&AwayApplication closing date: 9 Apr 2026, 11:59 pmLocation: Bransford Worcestershire, England United KingdomGreen & Away is a charity looking for several individuals to join our summer internship and residency programmes. If you love being outside and are interested in sustainability and social issues, this is an opportunity for you!
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Volunteering - Volunteer Crewmate (Literacy Pirates) - Remote, UK
Employer: The Literacy PiratesApplication closing date: 5 Apr 2026, 11:59 pmLocation: United KingdomWe take children on voyages as readers and writers. Volunteer with us to join the adventure!
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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 - 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 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.