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Treasurer
Organisation role · Flexible hours
Flexible location
Treasurer
We are looking for someone to help fill the role of Treasurer for the South Somerset Environmental Forum.Posted by South Somerset Environmental Forum
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Qualified electrician for Repair Cafe
Organisation role · 3 hrs/month
Wincanton
Qualified electrician for Repair Cafe
We run a Repair Cafe 10.00 - 12.30 on the fourth Saturday of each month (except December) and need another qualified electrical / electronics repairerPosted by One Planet Wincanton
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Debt Adviser
Organisation role · Flexible hours
Taunton
Debt Adviser
Posted by Taunton Area Debt Advice
Nov15
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Fundraising opportunity
One-off · 15 Nov, 10:00 - 23:00
Glastonbury
Fundraising opportunity
We are looking for individuals & groups to help us. In return we pay a donation.Posted by Glastonbury Carnival (Fundraising)
Frome Community Bike Project Director Role
Organisation role · Flexible hours
Frome Community Bike Project Director Role
We are seeking two new Directors and keen to hear from anyone interested in being part of our team.Posted by Frome Community Bike Project
Sales Floor Volunteer
Organisation role · Flexible hours
Taunton
Sales Floor Volunteer
Our Sales Floor Volunteers are the first point of contact for customers when they enter our shop. Posted by British Heart Foundation Taunton Homestore
Housekeeping Volunteer
Organisation role · Flexible hours
Taunton
Housekeeping Volunteer
Are you handy with a hoover, a whizz with a duster and a dab hand with a mop? Posted by British Heart Foundation Taunton Homestore
Warehouse Volunteer
Organisation role · Flexible hours
Taunton
Warehouse Volunteer
Are you someone who would like to stay in shape, help save the planet and raise funds to save lives?Posted by British Heart Foundation Taunton Homestore
Online Sales Champion Volunteer
Organisation role · Flexible hours
Taunton
Online Sales Champion Volunteer
Do you have a keen eye for unusual or sought-after collectables? Do you know your way around online sales websites?Posted by British Heart Foundation Taunton Homestore
Telephone & Admin Volunteer
Organisation role · Flexible hours · Starting from 29 Jul 2025
Taunton
Telephone & Admin Volunteer
Are you calm, collected and happy to chat on the phone? Join the volunteer team at our store.Posted by British Heart Foundation Taunton Homestore
Cash Desk Volunteer
Organisation role · Flexible hours · Starting from 29 Jul 2025
Taunton
Cash Desk Volunteer
Could you be the friendly face of your local British Heart Foundation shop?Posted by British Heart Foundation Taunton Homestore
Befriender - South Somerset
Organisation role · 2–3 hrs/month
Taunton
Befriender - South Somerset
Do you enjoy 1:1 company and conversation and have a couple of hours available to visit someone once a fortnight local to where you live?Posted by Somerset Sight

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Volunteering at Bishop's Palace

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Diversity in volunteering

Create a more inclusive and welcoming volunteering environment that reflects the diversity of your community.
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World Mental Health Day

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Volunteer Stories

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Uncovering the past: Anthony's story

"To be involved with literally uncovering the past is something that I will always be grateful for."
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Championing mental health: Clare's story

I'm incredibly grateful for all the opportunities and support I've been given; I don't see a future without ...
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Nourishing communities: Kate's story

"It’s good to know that what you're doing is having a direct impact on people's lives."
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Whilst best endeavors are made to check the validity of organisations who post volunteering opportunities on Spark a Change, the responsibility for any incident (including safeguarding) that may occur at any time between any such organisation and any volunteer or potential volunteer lies with the recruiting organisation.