VOLUNTEERING
Make a Difference: Volunteering Opportunities in Somerset
Volunteering is a great way to give something back to your community, but the benefits don’t stop there. It can also help you gain valuable experience, develop new skills, meet new people and build confidence.
Whether you have a few hours to spare each week, are looking for a one-off opportunity or want to gain experience that could support your future career, there are volunteering opportunities across Somerset to suit different interests, skills and time commitments.
Why volunteer?
Giving your time to a cause or organisation you care about can be rewarding in lots of different ways. Volunteering can help you:
- Build new skills and develop existing ones
- Gain valuable experience to strengthen your CV
- Explore different careers and working environments
- Meet new people and make connections
- Build confidence and a sense of achievement
- Support causes and communities that matter to you
- Find something that fits your lifestyle, from regular commitments to shorter or one-off opportunities
It can also be a useful stepping stone if you’re thinking about returning to work, changing careers or simply trying something new
Find the right opportunity for you
There’s no single way to volunteer. Before choosing an opportunity, think about the causes you’re interested in, the skills you’d like to use or develop, where you’d like to volunteer and how much time you can realistically give.
Across Somerset, you can find opportunities with charities, community groups and local services in a wide variety of roles.
Spark a Change
Spark a Change connects people with volunteering opportunities from charities and community organisations across Somerset. You can search for roles based on your interests, skills and location.
Somerset Council
Somerset Council offers volunteering opportunities across its services, from supporting young people and local libraries to helping care for Somerset’s outdoor spaces and communities.