Organisation Name:
York Carers Centre
Organisation's Cause(s):
Carers
Children / Young People / Families
Location of voluntary activity:
At the offices of York Carers Centre, 17 Priory Street, York, YO1 6ET or at community settings in the City of York.
When are volunteers needed: We would like help at our regular groups for young people which take place on the 1st and 3rd Tuesday of the month, between the hours of 4.30pm and 6.30pm. We would also welcome volunteers who are able to help out during school holidays. Times will differ depending upon the activities. A commitment of 6 months+ would be helpful.
Student volunteers are also welcome to contact us to chat about placement opportunities.
A driving licence and access to a vehicle is not essential, but volunteers who can drive and also have access to their own vehicle are very welcome to apply.
Type of Voluntary Activity:
Advice / Information / Support
Befriending / Buddying
Driving
Group Facilitation
Volunteering with Children & Young People
Role description:
What is a Young Person’s Volunteer?
If you can show empathy and compassion to young people living in incredibly difficult circumstances...
If you can coordinate fun, meaningful activities, provide informal mentoring and lead by example when it comes to social interaction and wellbeing...
If you can take on administrative tasks to evidence our impact and support a dedicated team of leaders, then York Carers Centre would love to hear from you..!
We believe that all young people should have an equal chance to grow and realise their potential. We can offer a blend of structured, regular, ad-hoc and micro volunteering opportunities and the chance to work with a group of resilient and inspirational young people.
Our dynamic young carers team are keen to hear from volunteers who are willing to help with planning and coordinating our youth groups, school drop ins and half term trips and activities.
Your support will help unpaid carers age 5-18 across the city of York.
Skills and behaviours needed for the role:
Excellent Communication
Organisational & IT skills
Compassion & Empathy
Flexibility and Adaptability
Trustworthy and Reliable
Patience and the ability to remain calm
Commitment and understanding of
young carers needs
Will there be a DBS check? Yes
Driving Licence required? No
Volunteer's own vehicle required? No
Suitable for:
Groups
Ongoing Volunteering
Skilled Volunteer
What will the volunteer gain/benefit from:
This role provides the opportunity to build on existing communication, interpersonal and other skills such as organisational and IT skills.
All volunteers will have access to staff support, a chance to meet other volunteers, access to all induction training such as Carer Awareness Training, Safeguarding Training, Young Carers, Young Adult Carers and Adult Carers online Training, as well as any other free training that is made available to us.
In addition this role can be used as a platform to get involved in other volunteering opportunities at York Carers Centre.
This is a chance to make a difference by helping young people living in incredibly difficult circumstances, feel supported at social groups and meaningful fun activities.
How to get involved:
If this role appeals to you and you are looking to be part of a team that helps people and makes a real difference to their lives then please complete and email by return the attached application form.
We have a recruitment and induction process and ask for at least 1 reference.
Our contact details are: Phone: 01904 715490
Email volunteering@yorkcarerscentre.co.uk
Our office address is: York Carers Centre, 17 Priory Street, York, YO1 6ET.
Web link: Click here
Closing date: 31-03-2026