We couldn’t do what we do without the help of our wonderful volunteers. Help make a difference.

Join our wonderful team and help make a difference. Our volunteers contribute on average around 60 hours of support to our trainees. That’s 3,120 hours over a year!

Opportunities

KITCHEN VOLUNTEER

Volunteers will work alongside trainees and staff in the kitchen to prepare food for our café and outside catering venture. In return, we can offer an interesting opportunity for someone who would like to develop their cooking/baking skills, in a friendly and supportive environment. Some previous experience would be advantageous, but not essential for the role as training will be provided.

SOUTH STREET CAFÉ VOLUNTEER

Volunteers will work alongside trainees and staff in the café to ensure excellent service and customer satisfaction. In return, we can offer an interesting opportunity for someone who would like to develop their hospitality skills, in a friendly and supportive environment. Some customer service experience would be advantageous, but not essential for the role as training will be given.

VOLUNTEER DRIVERS

Help get our outside catering orders there on time, or help transport trainees to activities! Get in contact to discuss details.

ACTIVITIES SUPPORT

Do you have a passion for working alongside young people and want to help them learn and develop? Our groups and activities need volunteers to help facilitate and support. Get in touch for a discussion.

BUDDY / MENTOR A YOUNG PERSON

Work alongside a specific trainee and support a mutually agreed action plan.

Get in touch

If you or someone you know would like to hear more about these volunteering opportunities, please get in contact at your convenience. Your correspondence or call will be treated with confidence and care.

Volunteer Manager
01738 449 227
info@checkin-giraffe.uk

Giraffe is for those wishing to develop skills and gain experience in a supported work environment. We are dedicated to developing self-reliance and resilience in our trainees.

Looking to refer someone to us?

Visit our Trainee prospectus page