Spark a Change is a digital volunteer platform that hosts a wide range of opportunities across Somerset and matches individuals looking to volunteer, together with organisations including charities and community groups.
Spark a Change is a digital volunteer platform that hosts a wide range of opportunities across Somerset and matches individuals looking to volunteer, together with organisations including charities and community groups.
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Organisation role · 3 hrs/Week
Taunton
Marie Curie Musgrove Park Hospital Companion
We are looking for everyday people to join our Volunteer Team at the Musgrove Park Hospital to visit Palliative and End of Life PatientsPosted by Marie CurieNew
Organisation role · 8–12 hrs/month
Wells
School governor at Wookey Primary School
We are looking for a governor to support and strengthen the governance of school.Posted by Education Governance - Somerset CouncilNew
Organisation role · 4–5 hrs/Week · Starting from 1 Sept
Somerset
Active Recovery Project Volunteer (x5)
This is an opportunity to help support group activities taking place in the community for survivors of abuse. (Watersports, arts and crafts, foraging etc.)Posted by Southmead ProjectNew
Organisation role · Flexible hours
Taunton
Information and Advice Volunteers
In this interesting role you'll help lessen older people's anxiety caused by financial struggles by assisting with benefit claim forms (after training). Posted by Age UK SomersetNew
Organisation role · Flexible hours
Minehead
Information and Advice Volunteers
In this interesting role you'll help lessen older people's anxiety & the sleepless nights caused by financial struggles by assisting with benefit claim forms. Posted by Age UK SomersetNew
Organisation role · Flexible hours
Bristol
Home visitor
We are looking for someone to visit a gentleman at home to have a chat with and a cup of tea.Posted by Blind VeteransNew
Organisation role · Flexible hours
Donations Coordinator
We are looking for a super organised person who can help prepare the wonderful donations that we receive ready for sale. Posted by Compass Disability ServicesNew
Organisation role · 4–8 hrs/Week
Broomfield
Family Engagement Volunteers
Are you passionate about engaging children and families in nature and cultural heritage? Do you believe in ensuring visitors feel welcome and included? Posted by National Trust - Somerset Coast & CountrysideNew
Project role (Temporary) · Flexible hours · Starting from 16 Jun 2025 For around 6 months
Glastonbury
Board Advisors
Join Red Brick as a Board Advisor and help shape the future of a vital community hub through a time of challenge, recovery, and renewed growth.Posted by Red Brick BuildingNew
Organisation role · Flexible hours · Starting from 16 Jun 2025
Glastonbury
Community Garden Volunteer
Friday Mornings 11pm - 2pm - maintain, develop and protect our community garden so that it can be enjoyed by everyone.Posted by Red Brick Building
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Flexible location
Retail Volunteer
We have many retail shops across Somerset Posted by St Margarets Hospice CareNew
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Yeovil
Admin Volunteer (Lymphoedema)
Day: Monday, Wednesday, Thursday or Friday morningsIdeal time commitment: 4 hours
Location: Yeovil HospicePosted by St Margarets Hospice Care
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Liability Statement
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.