Organisation Name:
York CVS
Organisation's Cause(s):
Education & Learning
Local Community
Location of voluntary activity:
York CVS, Priory Street Centre, 15 Priory Street, York YO1 6ET
When are volunteers needed: We’re looking for volunteers who can commit to at least one session per week (either a morning or an afternoon). We can be flexible around your other commitments and shift times will be agreed in advance.
Type of Voluntary Activity:
Admin / Office Support
Advice / Information / Support
Community Work
Marketing & Communications Support
Role description:
York Centre for Voluntary Service (York CVS) is an independent charity supporting York’s voluntary, community, and social enterprise (VCSE) sector to make positive change. We also manage the Priory Street Centre, a shared space for charities and community groups to meet, collaborate, and deliver services.
This is a creative, flexible role supporting the Priory Street Centre team at York CVS. As a Priory Street Centre – Comms Volunteer, you will work with the team to maintain our social media platforms, creating engaging and accessible content and networking with our followers. It’s a great opportunity to get insight into a busy charity hub, build new skills, and contribute to work that supports many organisations across York.
Key Tasks:
- Maintain and update our social media platforms
- Support the creation of posts, graphics and other digital content
- Engage with our followers and respond to comments and messages
- Support the growth of our online audience
- Identify and share relevant news and stories from across the sector
Skills and behaviours needed for the role:
This role is ideal for someone who is:
- Friendly, confident, and enjoys working with people
- Confident using social media platforms
- A good communicator with an eye for detail
- Reliable and able to work independently
- Interested in charities, volunteering, and community work
- Experience of working in a comms and marketing role is desirable
Will there be a DBS check? No
Driving Licence required? No
Volunteer's own vehicle required? No
Suitable for:
Ongoing Volunteering
What will the volunteer gain/benefit from:
- Join a friendly, supportive team
- Learn more about the voluntary sector in York
- Build confidence and transferable skills
- Get hands-on experience with admin, communications and marketing
- Contribute to meaningful work supporting local charities and communities
- Receive full training and ongoing support
Full training will be provided. You’ll have a named staff contact and regular check-ins to help you get the most from the role.
How to get involved:
If you are interested in volunteering with us, or you would like to arrange an informal chat, please email Lisa Egginton (Operations Manager) at [email protected] to find out more.
Web link: Click here
Closing date: 17-09-2026