Looking to Volunteer in Cardiff? Do you want to contribute to your local community?
Join us as a volunteer in Cardiff. Here at Cathays Community Centre, volunteering opportunities range from youth work to office work and maintenance. If you would like to volunteer with us please send your cv and cover letter to: volunteering@cathays.org.uk or apply through Volunteering Wales.
Opportunities:
- Coffee Morning
Every Wednesday morning 10am-12pm, members of the community meet to chat and take part in activities of their choice in our café. Originally set up to encourage older members of our community into the centre, it now welcomes all whilst focusing on those who may be socially isolated. Volunteers are vital to provide company, support and a friendly face. Regular volunteers can lead activities and encourage members to take part. All volunteers are entitled a free cup of tea or filter coffee <<CLICK HERE TO APPLY>>
- Inclusive Youth Provision
Here at Cathays Community Centre we offer bespoke inclusive provisions to help assist and support young people ages 11 -25 who have a range of additional needs in the school holidays. The activity sessions throughout the day include: arts and crafts workshops, sports, games, dancing classes, pool table tournaments, gaming sessions, cooking & baking, day trips outside, nature park walks, cinema and bowling trips. We also have a certified sensory room that can be used throughout the day inclusive to all young people. Are you passionate about helping young people reach their full potential and lead happy, fulfilling lives? If you genuinely care about empowering the next generation, we’d love to have you on board as a volunteer! <<CLICK HERE TO APPLY>>
- Cathays Community Centre’s reception
At Cathays Community Centre we pride ourselves on providing the best service we can for our community. The epicentre of our community centre is our reception desk, which is always full of vibrant new faces and activity. This area is the first impression and first port of call for all our visitors, guests and members. We are aiming to extend our growing team with enthusiastic and reliable volunteers to help run our reception desk and support our admin staff. Do you have a confident and friendly disposition who enjoys meeting and greeting people? Are you looking to improve your admin skills and enhance your employment prospects? Join us <<CLICK HERE TO APPLY>>
- Social Media & Marketing
The centre is actively present on different social media platforms: Facebook, Twitter and Instagram. As we run various activities, classes etc. we make regular social media posts and update our website: www.cathays.org.uk. Our aim is to keep our followers engaged and provide them with up-to-date content. If you are interested in helping out, get in touch.
- Finance volunteer
At Cathays Community Centre we have a new and exciting opportunity available for an Assistant Finance Volunteer. This volunteer will be working closely with our finance team to assist and support our finance manager. The purpose of the role is to support the finance team at Cathays Community centre in maintaining the financial records and managing financial administrations, ensuring accurate and timely reporting to aid decision-making and compliance with legal and regulatory obligations. >>CLICK HERE TO APPLY<<
- Memory Lane Social Club
Our ‘Memory lane’ social club has been curated specifically to host a range of engaging dementia friendly activities to support our local resistances, carers and wider community. All activities are developed by our professional qualified staff members, who have a wealth of knowledge and expertise in supporting those affected by dementia. Activities include: Singing, musical workshops, games, dancing, arts & crafts, indoor bowls, films and bingo. Our dedicated volunteers play a vital role in providing the much needed friendly face and support for our members <<CLICK HERE TO APPLY>>
- Community Fridge
Across the UK 1.9 million tonnes of food are thought to be wasted by the food industry alone – with claims 400,000 tonnes of this could be redistributed to those in need. A community fridge is a space that brings people together to share food, meet up, learn new skills and prevent fresh food from going to waste. They’re open to all and anyone can share or take food, including surplus from supermarkets, local food businesses, producers, households and gardens. Fridges are run by community groups in shared spaces such as schools, community centres and shops. There are over 600 fridges across the UK (and counting). Would you like to be part of our growing volunteer community bringing solution in this time of food crisis? Meet every Monday from 10am to prep a range of light meals, soups, sandwiches & snacks for the community fridge << CLICK HERE TO APPLY>>
- General Maintenance
An essential element here at Cathays Community Centre is our maintenance and groundskeeping department. The main focus and goal of this department is to make sure everyone who enters our building including staff, members and visitors are kept safe and that our centre is well looked after. If you have a passion for DIY or work in a trade and are looking to expand your skills and expertise, we’d love to hear from you. Hours available: Monday to Friday from around 08.30am til 2pm. Supervised with a qualified staff member << CLICK HERE TO APPLY>>
- General Youth Work (afternoons & evenings)
Our center is primarily focused on youth activities and youth work. In addition to our Inclusive Youth Provision (see information above), we offer various evening youth clubs and afterschool clubs. If you are passionate about working with young people and helping them reach their full potential, you can apply for our volunteer opportunities or contact us for more information at: volunteering@cathays.org.uk
- Music-Related Volunteering Opportunities
Our centre has three band practice rooms, and various youth clubs offer both short- and long-term music projects. If you’re a musician, studying music, or interested in the technical side of music, we have numerous projects and events where you can get involved. To learn more about music volunteering opportunities, please contact us at: volunteering@cathays.org.uk
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