Volunteer With us
Volunteers are the backbone of Centre 33, allowing us to make a difference in the lives of young people every day. There are plenty of ways to get involved.
why volunteers are so important
Young people need our support, and every hour a volunteer gives makes a lasting difference in their lives.
We’re seeking volunteers to join our team - you can explore the volunteering opportunities below, or reach out to us for a chat about any of the roles.
A member of our volunteering team will be happy to get in touch.
celebrating our volunteers
Meet Darren - a volunteer Information Worker at our Peterborough hub, Darren is the friendly face behind the reception desk, welcoming young people and assisting with their enquiries. From making cups of tea to providing vital support to our team, Darren goes above and beyond.
"On retirement I started to look for opportunities to spend my time in a useful and positive way. Centre 33 appealed to me as a local organisation working to support mental health and wellbeing," he said.
"The feeling that in some very small way I help to support the availability of the service is incredibly rewarding. I also appreciate having been welcomed into a very friendly and positive team."
WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW
SUPPORT AT EVERY STEP
In return for your time, skills, and experience, we’ll support you every step of the way on your volunteering journey.
AT HOME IN THE HUBS
You'll be based at one of our hubs across Cambridgeshire and Peterborough, where you'll have the opportunity to meet our team and see our support in action.
A COMMUNITY OF VOLUNTEERS
You’ll also have the chance to connect with fellow volunteers and become part of a supportive volunteer community.
Current Volunteering Opportunities
To apply for any of our volunteering roles, please email us to request a full application pack. Training will be provided for all positions.
The Information Worker plays a crucial and highly valued role at Centre 33. As part of our front-line team, you’ll be the warm, welcoming face of our 'open door' drop-in service, providing vital support to young people in Cambridge, Ely, Huntingdon, Wisbech, and Peterborough
For a more detailed role description, please download here.
The Counsellor position at Centre 33 offers a rewarding opportunity to volunteer within our established counselling team. We welcome both qualified and trainee counsellors to work alongside our Mental Health team, providing essential support to young people aged 13 to 25.
Currently, we do not have any openings, but please check this page for future updates.
Please note that all applicants must adhere to our safeguarding policies and undergo a new DBS check.
We are seeking enthusiastic volunteers to join our Young Carers Service at Centre 33. Volunteers will assist with our fortnightly online Zoom groups for primary-aged young carers across Cambridgeshire and Peterborough, as well as occasional face-to-face community-based sessions.
These groups aim to reduce the sense of isolation that young carers often feel, provide them with a break from their caring responsibilities, and foster relationships with peers, project staff, and fellow volunteers.
Volunteers will work alongside group coordinators to deliver a range of fun online activities and create engaging, varied experiences for young carers.
For a more detailed role description, please download here.
Learn more about Centre 33's Young Carers Service here.
How to apply
To apply for any of our volunteering roles, please email us to request a full application pack. Training will be provided for all positions.
Please note that all volunteering opportunities are subject to a DBS check and reference checks.
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
Please find our equality, diversity and inclusion statement, privacy notice and information around criminal convictions below.
We encourage equality, diversity and inclusion in the workplace and create a working environment free of bullying, harassment, victimisation and unlawful discrimination, promoting dignity and respect for all, and where individual differences and the contributions of all staff are recognised and valued.
- We commit to actively reaching out to all communities of young people, investigating how we can welcome them to our services and breaking down any barriers to access.
- We commit to challenging instances of sexism, racism and other power imbalances that may leave some people in our services or on our team at risk of harm or disadvantage.
- We commit to valuing and improving diversity in our workforce, governing body and volunteer base–we want to reflect the communities we work with.
- We commit to using language and communications that don’t alienate, discriminate against or misrepresent any group.
We take data protection very seriously. Please see our privacy notice here for more information about how we protect your personal data when you apply to Centre 33.
Having a criminal record will not necessarily bar you from volunteering with Centre 33. We recognise that for people with convictions undertaking voluntary work can bring many benefits.
Some of our volunteering roles are subject to DBS check and therefore the nature of the offences and circumstances and background of any offences may limit the volunteering opportunities available to you.
If you have any questions about this or would like to have an informal chat with our volunteering team, please contact us at volunteering@centre33.org.uk.
OTHER WAYS TO GET INVOLVED
There are plenty of ways to support Centre 33, from helping us raise vital funds to continue our work with young people to spreading awareness of how our support changes lives.
Fundraise for us
Get involved in fundraising for Centre 33! Whether it’s a challenge, an event, or a bake sale, every effort helps support young people.
Work for us
Join our team and help make a difference for young people. Centre 33 offers a supportive and inclusive workplace where your work will have a real impact.
Make a donation
Make a one-off or regular donation to help young people access the support they need. Every contribution counts.
Share your story
Sharing powerful stories of how Centre 33 has supported young people helps us continue our work.