The SUBU Community Kitchen designed to support wellbeing, reduce food waste, no judgemental access to food support. As a Community Kitchen Volunteer, you’ll help organise surplus food, assist with pantry organisation, maintain the kitchen and support events that bring students together around food and conversation.

Volunteers play a key role in creating a welcoming, inclusive environment where students can access nutritious meals and connect with others. You’ll work alongside SUBU staff and fellow volunteers to run themed Supper Clubs, food-sharing events, and promotion activities. The kitchen also supplies fresh produce from the SUBU Community Garden, promoting sustainability and healthy living.

This opportunity is ideal for students who want to make a tangible impact on campus, develop practical skills, and contribute to a supportive community. No prior experience is needed—just a willingness to get involved and work as part of a team.

Volunteers will gain experience in food handling, event support, and community engagement, and will be invited to participate in seasonal campaigns and feedback sessions. Your contribution helps reduce food insecurity, build student confidence, and promote positive mental health.

Whether you're passionate about sustainability, cooking, or simply want to meet new people and give back, the Community Kitchen offers a meaningful and flexible way to get involved.

Healthwatch Dorset would like to hear from you! Do you want to get hands on in making a real change to your local NHS health and social care services? We are scouting for volunteers who want to get behind the scenes of these services and gather feedback to ensure the patient voice is heard, because your voice counts.

All volunteering is on an 'ad-hoc' basis depending on the projects that coincide with Healthwatch Dorset's work plan, and the enquiries we receive. This means we can adapt any volunteering to fit around YOUR work/life/study balance. We combine the virtual and physical aspects of our roles to put the volunteers first and suit YOUR needs. We don’t require a dedicated slot every week for you to volunteer your time, just a passion to give back and get involved with our projects as they come up, to make real change happen. 

Past projects have included gathering views and offering recommendations in Poole A&E department, carrying out ‘mystery shopper’ assignments in surgeries to ensure correct and consistent information is being given about NHS health checks, and entering local hospitals across Dorset to check the quality of the environment to ensure patient experience is as comfortable as possible.

Raising awareness of the Healthwatch Dorset service is just as vital, and we need volunteers to help spread the word through their social networks, at events with our promotional stand, attending meetings across the county, and for the tech savvy; helping with our social media channels.

Sound like something you want to get involved in? Do you like being active and hands on? How about talking to the public about their health and social care needs, in order to make a real difference? Perhaps you had a great experience, and want to protect the NHS? Or you had a bad experience which you want to make right, so that it doesn’t happen again?

As a Volunteer Lead you will work together with other 2-3 leads, making a small team, you will be: Welcoming and supporting volunteers. Helping deliver planned garden sessions. Ensuring a safe and inclusive environment. Supporting maintenance of growing areas and equipment. Encouraging participation and community involvement. Raising concerns and requests with SUBU Advice member of staff. Contributing ideas for future projects and events Volunteer Leads are not expected to manage the garden alone. The role is collaborative, and support is available from SUBU throughout the year.

Scouts meet on Thursday evenings 7.15pm to 9.00pm - Term time only

We meet at "The Den" Lindsay Road, Branksome, Poole BH13 6BT

Please initially contact me and we can arrange to meet up for a chat.

Alison Priest

Mobile 07816 097856

Email alisonpriest@hotmail.co.uk

By joining us, you'll have a chance to develop your conservation skills, and meet new, like-minded people. You'll be working on the Mannington Woods site near Ringwood, aiming to deliver a measurable uplift in Biodiversity and achieving our primary objective, to improve the quality and resilience of the woodland, developing skills in:

• Woodland and Scrub Management
• Pond and Watercourse Enhancement
• Coppicing
• Wildflower Meadow and Habitat Creation
• Species Identification and Protection
• General Habitat Improvement and Conservation Work

The opportunity takes place every Wednesday, between the hours of 10-3, you can attend as often or as little as you'd like.

About Mannington Woods:

Mannington Woods is a small, non-operational landholding in Dorset, located west of Ringwood. The site comprises approximately 10 hectares of ancient semi-natural and mixed woodland. A network of rides provides access throughout the woodland, creating opportunities for a wide range of conservation activities.

If this is something you'd be interested in finding out more about, click the link: TCV Hampshire and Dorset

What’s a Sort & Steam Superhero Volunteer?

Do you love a good sort out? Would you enjoy a behind the scenes role, sorting through our donated clothes stock, select items for sale and steam them to be shop ready? 

 What’s involved?

• Sorting through our donated stock and selecting items for sale
• Steaming clothes item to make them presentable and shop ready
• Keeping a steady flow of garments onto the shop floor
• Working with the shop manager to understand what sells well

What’s in it for you?

• The opportunity to get to know and chat with other members of staff while you sort and steam
• To enjoy the satisfaction that a good sort out brings!
• The chance to be fine tune your choice of garments to help the shop sales

Additional Benefits

• We aim to be as flexible as possible so you can volunteer around your other commitments
• You’ll feel our appreciation from Day One for being a part of our organisation and making a difference in people’s lives
•  A personalised induction to your shop
• The opportunity to work within a small knit team with like-minded people to, bring new ideas to the shop, meet new people, apply for internal vacancies, learn new skills or refresh old ones and enhance your CV, gain confidence and self esteem
• Reasonable expenses will be reimbursed in line with Tenovus Cancer Care policy
• Paid lunch for working beyond 4 hours in line with our expenses policy
• 20% off preloved goods in the shop you work in
• Free beverages and biscuits
• Access to training opportunities
• A supportive and friendly environment where you can have fun, enjoy yourself and feel good knowing you are helping others
• In addition, the volunteering team can direct you to other groups you may like to get involved with, including our Friends of Tenovus Cancer Care fundraising groups and our Sing with Us choirs.

Who would it suit?

Someone who doesn’t mind being behind the scenes and can organise and prioritise garments for sale.

How do I apply? 

Inclusivity:

Whether you’re a volunteer, supporter, or staff member, we want everyone to feel welcome at Tenovus Cancer Care. We are committed to greater diversity across our people to make sure we have a breadth of experience, skills and perspective that reflects the communities we serve.

We are working to ensure that Tenovus Cancer Care is a fair and equitable place to volunteer. We strive to ensure everyone is treated fairly, regardless of age, disability, sex, gender reassignment, pregnancy, maternity, race (which includes colour, nationality and ethnic or national origins), sexual orientation, religion, or belief, or because someone is married or in a civil partnership.

What’s a Display and Dazzle Volunteer?

Can you make our shop window stand out from the others?

 What’s involved?

•      Do you love clothes?
•      Are you creative with an eye for colour and layout?
•      Can you create a shop window from our instore stock which draws customers in?
•      Can you make our shop stand out from the others?

What’s in it for you?

•      A chance to demonstrate your enthusiasm for clothes, fashion and design
•      A chance to work on your own initiative as well as being part of a team
•      An opportunity to showcase your creativity

Additional Benefits

• You’ll feel our appreciation from Day One for being a part of our organisation and making a difference in people’s lives
•  A personalised induction to your shop
• The opportunity to work within a small knit team with like-minded people to; bring new ideas to the shop, meet new people, apply for internal vacancies, learn new skills or refresh old ones and enhance your CV, gain confidence and self esteem
• Reasonable expenses will be reimbursed in line with Tenovus Cancer Care policy
• Paid lunch for working beyond 4 hours in line with our expenses policy
• 20% off preloved goods in the shop you work in
• Free beverages and biscuits
• Access to training opportunities
• A supportive and friendly environment where you can have fun, enjoy yourself and feel good knowing you are helping others
• In addition, the volunteering team can direct you to other groups you may like to get involved with, including our Friends of Tenovus Cancer Care fundraising groups and our Sing with Us choirs.

Who would it suit?

Someone with experience in fashion or design, particularly visual merchandising or perhaps a fashion student looking for some hands-on experience in a retail environment.

How do I apply?

Please contact our Volunteer Development Team on 029 2076 8850  or email volunteer@tenovuscancercare.org.uk for more information. To apply directly please visit our website.

Inclusivity:

Whether you’re a volunteer, supporter, or staff member, we want everyone to feel welcome at Tenovus Cancer Care. We are committed to greater diversity across our people to make sure we have a breadth of experience, skills and perspective that reflects the communities we serve.

We are working to ensure that Tenovus Cancer Care is a fair and equitable place to volunteer. We strive to ensure everyone is treated fairly, regardless of age, disability, sex, gender reassignment, pregnancy, maternity, race (which includes colour, nationality and ethnic or national origins), sexual orientation, religion, or belief, or because someone is married or in a civil partnership.

What's a Flawed to Funky Volunteer?

Do you have a passion for fashion and would enjoy the challenge of repurposing donated items, not currently in saleable condition?

 What’s involved?

• Reinventing or repurposing something flawed/damaged into something funky?
• Visiting your local shop to select items from our donated goods
• Using your imagination and sewing skills to create something unique
• Showcasing your creations at the shop 

What's in it for you?

• A chance to demonstrate your enthusiasm for clothes, fashion and design
• An opportunity to showcase your creativity and bring new ideas and revenue to the shop
• Ability to work from home at your leisure but also be part of the team at your local shop
• The opportunity to experiment and improve your sewing skills

Additional Benefits

• You’ll feel our appreciation from Day One for being a part of our organisation and making a difference in people’s lives
•  A personalised induction to your shop
• The opportunity to work within a small knit team with like-minded people to bring new ideas to the shop, meet new people, apply for internal vacancies, learn new skills or refresh old ones and enhance your CV, gain confidence and self esteem
• Reasonable expenses will be reimbursed in line with Tenovus Cancer Care policy
• Paid lunch for working beyond 4 hours in line with our expenses policy
• 20% off preloved goods in the shop you work in 
• Free beverages and biscuits
•  Access to training opportunities 
• A supportive and friendly environment where you can have fun, enjoy yourself and feel good knowing you are helping others
• In addition, the volunteering team can direct you to other groups you may like to get involved with, including our Friends of Tenovus Cancer Care fundraising groups and our Sing with Us choirs.

Who would it suit?

Someone with experience in fashion, textiles or design, or a student looking for an outlet to demonstrate their flair and creativity. 

How do I apply?

If you’re over eighteen years old and would like to apply please contact the Shop Manager in your local shop directly or alternatively please contact our Volunteer Development Team on 029 2076 8850 or email volunteer@tenovuscancercare.org.uk for more information. To apply directly please visit our website.

Inclusivity:

Whether you’re a volunteer, supporter, or staff member, we want everyone to feel welcome at Tenovus Cancer Care. We are committed to greater diversity across our people to make sure we have a breadth of experience, skills and perspective that reflects the communities we serve.

We are working to ensure that Tenovus Cancer Care is a fair and equitable place to volunteer. We strive to ensure everyone is treated fairly, regardless of age, disability, sex, gender reassignment, pregnancy, maternity, race (which includes colour, nationality and ethnic or national origins), sexual orientation, religion, or belief, or because someone is married or in a civil partnership

The SUBU Community Garden is a student-led green space designed to promote wellbeing, sustainability, and social connection. As a Community Garden Volunteer, you’ll help maintain the garden, support seasonal events like mindfulness mornings, and encourage student engagement through nature-based activities. Volunteers will work alongside SUBU staff and other students and members of the community to create a welcoming environment. No gardening experience is needed—just enthusiasm and a willingness to get involved. You’ll gain valuable skills in teamwork, event planning, and sustainability, while contributing to a meaningful project that enhances student life.

Share Your Time. Make a Difference.

Volunteer with Adults with Learning Disabilities

Could you spare a few hours to help someone enjoy new experiences, build confidence, and feel connected to their community?

We're looking for friendly volunteers to support adults with learning disabilities to enjoy activities at our Bradbury Centre in Southbourne.

You don't need any special qualifications. If you're kind, patient, and enjoy spending time with people, we'd love to hear from you.

As a volunteer, you could:

•  Enjoy activities alongside people
•  Encourage confidence and independence
•  Help people try new things and reach personal goals
•  Meet new people and become part of a welcoming team

What you'll gain:

• Valuable experience for courses relating to health and social care
• Increased confidence
• New friendships and connections
• The chance to make a positive difference in someone's life

Interested?

Sally Thurston
Volunteer Coordinator

sallythurston@sfht.org.uk
07731 806538

Everyone has something valuable to offer.

Come and help create opportunities, friendships, and memorable experiences for adults with learning disabilities.