Volunteer with us

Our award-winning volunteers help us to achieve so much. From working directly with children, young people, and families, to supporting our fundraising efforts, all helping to make a difference to children, young people and families in their community.

Current volunteering opportunities

Volunteer expression of interest form

Benefits of volunteering:

Meet other people, give talks or enjoy being part of a team
Gain valuable experience, develop a talent and learn new skills
Increase your confidence and feel positive about using your skills.

After my experience today I am hoping to become a mentor, and volunteer more.

-Holiday Club volunteer

Volunteers have access to:

1. Special events

Invites to special events across the year.

2. Latest news

Receive timely updates on exciting opportunities, including jobs, fellowships & internships

3. Unique experiences

Working in support of children’s mental health. Whatever the role, we are all working towards an aim of improving young people’s mental health.

Volunteer roles (by team)

Communications Volunteer (remote opportunity)

Support the comms team with your professional skills.

Get involved in:

content creation
social media

Community Engagement Volunteer

Support the Community Engagement team to raise awareness of our charity.

Get involved in:

community events
facilitating school assemblies and workshops

Fundraising Volunteer

Support the fundraising team on their mission to raise funds.

Get involved in:

counting club
pot collections
ad hoc fundraising tasks

Volunteer Mentor

A volunteer mentor receives training and supervision to build a trusting and positive relationship with a matched young person in need of support.

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Current volunteering opportunities

Count the coins donated to our collection pots. Join the team and help out with this important task.
Date - Ongoing
Contact volunteering@kidsinspire.org.uk for more information
We are in need of volunteers to help manage collection pot and foreign change collections.
Help us to raise funds for the children, young people and families we support.
Date - Ongoing
Contact volunteering@kidsinspire.org.uk for more information
Location: Colchester & Ipswich
Join our mission to support children and young people’s mental health!
As a volunteer with our Community Engagement Team, you’ll help deliver impactful mental health assemblies and resilience workshops in schools, and represent Kids Inspire at community events across Colchester and Ipswich.
We want all children and families to get the support they need to recover from trauma and thrive.
To meet that goal the Community Engagement team are going into local schools to ensure that the message about our free therapy offer reaches as many children and young people as we can.
Time commitment
- School Workshops & Assemblies: Usually half-day sessions during the week, depending on school size.
- Community Events: Vary throughout the week and may include weekends. We use a booking app so you can choose dates and events that work and support at the ones that fit in with your commitments.
Main tasks
- Assist in delivering and facilitation of assemblies and workshops in primary and/or secondary schools.
- Support our team at community events, such as school fairs, college events, and networking days.
- Act as a positive ambassador for Kids Inspire
Be alert and confident to raise safeguarding concerns where necessary (training provided).
Who we're looking for
We’re seeking volunteers who are:
- 18+ years old
- Passionate about children’s mental health
- Reliable, organised, and punctual
- Friendly, outgoing, and adaptable
- Able to act appropriately and in-line with safeguarding procedures
What we offer
- Training, including safeguarding and facilitation support
- Regular check-ins with the Volunteer Manager and Community Engagement Team
- Opportunities to meet and network with the wider Kids Inspire team
- A chance to make a real difference in your community
Requirements
- Two references
- Enhanced DBS check
- Completion of online safeguarding training
- Agreement to follow all Kids Inspire policies and procedures
Ready to get involved?
We’d love to hear from you. Please email communityengagement@kidsinspire.org.uk
Volunteer Social Media Content Creator
Location: Remote
Could you be a Volunteer Social Media Content Creator for Kids Inspire?
Do you enjoy creating engaging content and staying on top of social media trends? Kids Inspire is looking for creative volunteers to support our digital communications by designing posts and short-form content that help us connect with a wider audience.
This is a great opportunity for anyone with a flair for social media, creativity, and a passion for mental health awareness.
In brief:
As a Social Media Content Creator, you will contribute to our marketing communications (marcomms) strategy by producing engaging posts that align with Kids Inspire’s brand and values.
Time commitment: Flexible—up to five posts per month.
Main activities
- sourcing relevant trends and ideas for social media content
- creating posts that align with our mission and values
- supporting the Communications Team with social media planning and engagement
- identifying relevant influencers and accounts for collaboration
We’re looking for people who:
- have a strong understanding of social media platforms like TikTok, Instagram, LinkedIn, and Facebook
- enjoy creating digital content and have experience with tools like Canva
- have good communication skills and attention to detail
- are interested in supporting a children’s mental health charity
What we can offer you:
- access to Canva templates and support from our Marketing and Communications Team
- an opportunity to develop your content creation skills
- a chance to contribute to a meaningful cause
Please contact volunteering@kidsinspire.org.uk to register your interest.
Could you drive service users to and from their sessions at Hargrave House?
Different times and dates available.
Date - Ongoing
Contact volunteering@kidsinspire.org.uk for more information.
Regular slots are available to work alongside one of our supporters in Chelmsford market.
Sell market items and preloved items and accessories donated to Kids Inspire to help raise funds.
Dates - Ongoing (Thursday/Friday/Saturday)
Contact volunteering@kidsinspire.org.uk for more information
Train to be a Volunteer Mentor and gift an hour of your time every week to a young person in need of a guiding hand. Training dates coming up in October 2024! Learn more.
Online e-commerce merchandiser via Vinted/Ebay/Facebook
Sell market items and preloved clothing and accessories donated to Kids Inspire to help raise funds.
Date - Ongoing
Contact volunteering@kidsinspire.org.uk for more information

Apply to be a volunteer for Kids Inspire

If you’re interested in joining our team of volunteers, please complete this form and our Volunteer and Mentoring Project Manager, Louise will be in touch with you. Any questions, do contact Louise directly by emailing volunteering@kidsinspire.org.uk.

Volunteer expression of interest form

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