Seashell Trust

Role You will be an essential part of Cats Protection's local fundraising efforts. Your main responsibilities include: Setting up and managing stalls at various fundraising events. Assisting on collection days such as supermarket collection events or Pets at Home partnership days. Helping at a variety of fundraising events, including quiz nights, cake sales, and dance events. Promoting a professional image of Cats Protection during all public-facing activities. Collaborating with other fundraising team members to create meaningful connections with the local community and spread awareness of Cats Protection. Time expectation This role offers flexible volunteering opportunities. You can choose to volunteer at just one event for a few hours or attend multiple events. We will keep you informed of upcoming local events where volunteers are needed, and you can then decide which events and how many hours you would like to commit. Location Primary focus is Stockport, with the possibility of participating in events across Greater Manchester if you are able to travel a little further afield. This can be discussed at any time during onboarding or throughout your volunteer journey. Other Driving is beneficial but not essential for this role. Contact Abbi Fairclough

Home-Start HOST Family Support Volunteer REF: 663cdf89880fc Overview Support a family in Stockport, Tameside, Oldham or Glossop who may be pregnant or have a child(ren) under five. The role is in the family's own home for up to 2 hours each week. Responsibilities Listen non-judgementally to a parent. Support the family to attend a group or local park. Assist the family in accessing financial support. Help strengthen the parent-child bond. Qualifications & Experience Empathy and compassion are crucial. Benefits Paid DBS check. Reimbursement of travel costs. Comprehensive initial and ongoing training with support from charity staff. Logistics Location: Various SK locations - Stockport, Tameside, Oldham, Glossop. Schedule: up to 2 hours each week. Closing date for applications: 31 December 2026. Contact Home-Start HOST Ryecroft Hall Manchester Road Audenshaw Manchester, M34 5ZJ Organisation type: Registered Charity

Are you passionate about supporting parents and building strong, welcoming communities? As a Community Volunteer for NCT, you'll be at the heart of our local efforts, helping to create vital spaces where parents can connect, share experiences, and access trusted information and support. You'll understand the unique needs of parents in your area and play a crucial role in improving their wellbeing. This is a flexible role that can fit around your availability. You'll have the opportunity to support local parents by leading one of our easy to set up regular events, such as a Bumps & Babies group or a Walk and Talk, or by helping to organise one of our popular NCT Nearly New Sales. What you'll be doing Planning and leading one of our local activities or services to support parents. Advertising your group or event via social media and other platforms. Attracting and welcoming helpers for your activity. Following NCT guidance to ensure all events are welcoming, inclusive, and safe. Collecting and sharing information about the positive difference you make to parents. Promoting NCT's values and vision in your local community. Our Community Volunteers are Passionate about supporting parents. Motivated and reliable. Able to plan and organise a one off event or regular group. Welcoming to all parents and a good listener. Time Commitment This is a flexible role that can fit around your other commitments and availability. The time you'll spend volunteering will vary depending on the type and frequency of the activity you choose to run, with as little as 2 hours per month being an option. We're ideally looking for Community Volunteers who can commit for at least 3 months. What you can expect from us A great volunteer experience where you can meet new people and develop skills. Excellent support from experienced volunteers and our Volunteering Team. Access to an online platform with all the tools, resources, and training you'll need. Expenses paid in line with our expenses policy. We champion equity, diversity, and inclusion through all that we do. Most importantly, you'll have the opportunity to make a real difference to parents in your local community.

We're the charity that supports people as they become parents. Local NCT groups and activities are an essential part of what we do and help parents feel confident, connected and safe. Walk & Talks are an easy and accessible way to promote physical activity whilst meeting others and having somebody to talk to. What can you expect from us? A great volunteer experience where you can meet new people and develop skills. Excellent support from experienced volunteers and our Volunteering Team. Access to an online platform with all the tools, resources and training you will need. Expenses paid in line with our expenses policy. We champion equity, diversity and inclusion through all that we do. Importantly you will have the opportunity to make a real difference to parents in your local community. Role What's involved? Planning and leading a Walk & Talk to support parents in your local community. Advertising the Walk & Talk to ensure parents know this is available for them. Attracting and welcoming new participants to the Walk & Talk. Following NCT guidance to ensure all events are welcoming, inclusive and safe. Collecting and sharing information about the difference you make to parents. Promoting NCT's values and vision in the local community. Volunteer qualities Able to plan and organise a regular and inclusive Walk & Talk group/groups. Welcoming to all parents and a good listener. Passionate about supporting parents. Motivated and reliable. Time commitment Flexible role that can fit around your commitments and availability. You could volunteer with as little as 2 hours per week, however the time you spend as a Walk & Talk volunteer will depend on when and for how long the activity takes place. Organisation The charity that supports people as they become parents. We're here to support you and your unique experience of pregnancy, birth, and early parenthood. Our vision is that everyone who becomes a parent feels confident, connected, and safe. Organisation type Registered Charity Location NCT, 27 Old Gloucester Street, London, WC1N 3AX

Overview We are looking for volunteers 18 yrs and over with lived experience of cancer either directly or through a family member to help set up and run a 5K Your Way programme in Stockport. The 5K Your Way Move Against Cancer programme is nationwide and encourages individuals impacted by cancer to walk, jog, run or cheer together in local parks and outdoor spaces once a month, linked to Park Run events on the last Saturday of each month. Over 100 events are running across the country and more are being created regularly. If you are physically active, empathetic, a good communicator and listener, have great organisational skills and are motivational then this role is for you. In return for your valuable time you will learn new skills, work with volunteers and staff and have the joy of knowing you are making a difference. Role Requirements 18 yrs or over Physically active Organisational skills Good communicator and effective listener Team player Good with people Patient, honest and reliable When Once a month, coinciding with Park Run events on the last Saturday of each month. Where Various locations in Stockport. Closing date for applications 31 December 2026 Who to Contact Move Against Cancer Community Engagement Coordinator About the Organisation Move Against Cancer is a charity founded in 2016 by athlete Gemma Hillier Moses, who had cancer in her 20s. The organisation supports people of all ages to stay physically active, offering a free 8 week online exercise program for young people aged 13-30 and the nationwide 5K Your Way programme described above. Additional resources include workshops, videos, podcasts and live exercise sessions.

Role Volunteer Mentors work on a 1:1 basis with a young person who has left or is about to leave care (children's home or foster care). Together they tackle any issues the young person may be facing, celebrate achievements, and provide consistent reliable support of around 2 hours a week. What you will do Offer practical and emotional support to the young person. Attend peer support meetings quarterly. Sign up to a two-year relationship and maintain ongoing support. Training & support We provide extensive training covering the care experience, trauma, mental health, safeguarding and other relevant areas. Training is delivered in 8 week intakes in February/March and September/October. Requirements Commit 2 hours a week for at least two years. Pass an enhanced DBS check for adults and children. Provide a valid driver's licence if you will drive the young person. Provide two references later in the process. When & Where Various SK locations in Stockport. Closing date for applications 31 December 2027 Who to contact Helena Smith - email Pure Insight Pure Insight is a registered charity that supports young people leaving care in Stockport. We help them move into semi independent living and a successful adulthood by offering mentoring, psychological wellbeing services, meet ups, trips, activities, EET and young parent support. Organisation type Registered Charity

Seashell Trust is seeking volunteers aged 18 and over with lived experience of cancer to support the 5K Your Way programme in Stockport. Volunteers will help run monthly events, encouraging participants impacted by cancer to walk, jog, or cheer together in local parks. This role requires good communication skills, motivation, and the ability to work as part of a team. In return, volunteers will gain valuable experience and help make a difference in their community.

Seashell Trust is seeking a passionate Community Volunteer to support local parents by leading engaging events. You will play a crucial role in creating welcoming spaces for parents to connect and share experiences. This flexible role allows for a commitment of as little as 2 hours a month, ideal for those who want to make a positive impact in their community. You'll receive excellent support and resources from the Seashell Trust.

Seashell Trust in Stockport is seeking dedicated volunteers to lead Walk & Talks for parents in the local community. This flexible role allows you to support and connect with new parents while fostering a welcoming environment. You will help plan the activities, attract participants, and promote the organization's values. A passion for supporting parents and strong listening skills are essential in making a real difference as a volunteer.

Seashell Trust is looking for a Home-Start HOST Family Support Volunteer to support families in Stockport, Tameside, Oldham, or Glossop. This role is flexible, requiring up to 2 hours each week in the family's own home. Key responsibilities include listening non-judgementally to parents, helping them access financial support, and strengthening parent-child bonds. The position offers benefits like paid DBS checks and reimbursements for travel costs.

The Seashell Trust in the United Kingdom is looking for Volunteer Dog Trainers to provide full-time care for puppies and young dogs in their homes. Volunteers will join group training sessions and receive support from a dedicated team. All necessary supplies and medical expenses will be covered by the organization. This rewarding role requires access to a secure garden, availability for training, and a compassionate approach towards training dogs. No prior experience is necessary, making it ideal for anyone willing to love and nurture these dogs.

Volunteer Dog Trainer Volunteer Dog Training involves looking after and caring for one of our puppies or young dogs on a full time basis in your own home. The puppy will be with you for between 6 to 18 months before they move on to the next phase of their training or to their new match. You will join group training classes and keep up the training at home with the support from a dedicated team of dog trainers, canine healthcare specialists and an online portal providing guidance and information. All food, bedding, toys and equipment will be provided. Medical expenses, treatments, grooming and insurance are covered by Hearing Dogs. All you need to provide is a safe home, a secure garden and lots of time and love. Role Requirements a secure garden access to a car provide plenty of time and a safe home (cannot work full time; part time work from home may be considered) be patient with dogs whilst they're still learning work closely with staff and attend regular training sessions be prepared for undesirable behaviours, like accidental toileting and chewing say goodbye to the dog at the end of their time with you you do not need previous dog training experience Location: Various SK locations. Organisation type: Registered Charity. Company location: Hearing Dogs The Grange Wycombe Road Saunderton, HP27 9NS.

Seashell Trust in Stockport is looking for a Home Start Volunteer to support families facing challenges. This role requires 2-3 hours a week to visit families, provide conversation, and help strengthen the parent-child bond. Training on attachment and mental health will be offered. Ideal candidates should be parents, step-parents, or foster-parents, demonstrating empathy and a caring attitude. This is a rewarding opportunity to make a real difference in your community.

Volunteer drivers use their own cars to take people with poor mobility to appointments. This could be social groups, visiting friends and family, medical or shopping. All out of pocket expenses paid. Ongoing support is available and a short induction will be given. We offer training courses including dementia awareness, first aid and moving and handling. Volunteers can give regular days each week or volunteer on an ad hoc basis giving us their availability weekly. Some like to do full days and others like to do a morning or afternoon or just have a couple of drives in a day. We match volunteers to the sort of drives they like to do i.e. some like to take people shopping or to social groups on a regular basis, others are happy to do other drives to various places. Role Own car is needed with a full driving licence, comprehensive insurance, enhanced DBS check with two personal references from people who have known you over 2 years that are not family members. When Ongoing volunteer position with flexible schedule. Where Various SK locations. Closing date for applications 31 December 2030 Who to contact Stockport Car Scheme The Heatons Centre, Thornfield Road, Heaton Moor, Stockport, SK4 3LD Phone: Organisation type Registered Charity

Seashell Trust in Stockport is seeking volunteer drivers to assist individuals with poor mobility to attend appointments and social events. Volunteers can choose their availability and may drive regularly or on an ad hoc basis. The role requires a car, a valid driving licence, and comprehensive insurance. Training courses are offered, and ongoing support is available. This is a valuable opportunity to contribute to the community while also gaining experience in a supportive environment.

Seashell Trust invites volunteers to help at the Friendly Fridays community lounge in Stockport. Volunteers engage with visitors of all abilities, manage refreshments, and assist during lunch. This role is flexible in nature, allowing volunteers to support the centre as they wish. No specific skills are needed, making this a great opportunity for everyone to contribute to a welcoming space. Interested candidates can contact Katy Ollerenshaw. Don't miss the chance to be part of this inclusive community initiative.

Seashell Trust in Stockport is looking for a Parent-Infant Mental Health Support Volunteer to help families with children under 2. You will provide weekly support to promote positive parent-infant relationships and assist families in connecting with local resources. As a volunteer, you will receive course training on early attachment and mental health, enabling you to enhance your knowledge and impact positively on your local community.

Seashell Trust in Stockport is seeking multi-lingual volunteers to provide family support in the community. The role involves visiting families to offer tailored assistance and emotional support. Volunteers should have parenting experience and be able to empathize with the challenges faced by families. This is a unique opportunity to help diverse families in need while receiving full training and support.

Friendly Fridays Friendly Fridays is a community lounge open to all ages and abilities, located at the Rose Walker Community Center, 1 Essex Avenue, Cheadle, SK3 0JA. We offer a variety of activities, crafts, games and puzzles, with an unstructured approach: do what you like and stay as long as you please. All activities are free of charge. Volunteers work on a flexible basis. The centre opens to visitors at 10:00 am every Friday, and closes at 3:00 pm. We recommend volunteering from 8:30 am for set up, briefing at 9:30 am, and assisting with 12:00 pm lunch and 2:30 pm tidying. There is no obligation to complete a set number of hours; any time you can give is appreciated. Responsibilities Manage the refreshments table Welcome visitors and model positive behaviour during activities Engage in friendly conversation with visitors Take and serve lunch orders (teacakes or crumpets, all free) Assist with setting up the room before opening and tidying it after closing Every day may present new opportunities, and volunteer tasks can be adjusted to suit individual comfort and safety. You may decline any task that causes discomfort or risk. We do not require specific skills or background - we welcome volunteers of all ages and abilities. For accessibility, those who need a carer present are encouraged to bring one. Contact Interested volunteers may contact Katy Ollerenshaw. Closing date for applications: 01 April 2034. We look forward to your support in creating an inclusive, welcoming space.

Home Start Volunteer - Parenting Support Are you a parent, step parent or foster parent with 2 3 hours a week to give? Home Start is a family support charity based in Stockport, Tameside, Oldham and Glossop. We support families with children under five who may face isolation, financial difficulty or mental/physical health challenges. Responsibilities Visit a family home for up to two hours each week. Provide a supportive conversation or accompany the family to local groups. Help parents build confidence and strengthen the parent child bond. Optionally focus on attachment and parent infant mental health topics if desired. Qualifications Must be a parent, step parent or foster parent. Willing to dedicate 2 3 hours per week. Demonstrate empathy, listening skills and a caring attitude. Training & Support We offer additional training on attachment and parent infant mental health. Volunteers receive full support from a volunteer coordinator throughout their volunteering. Location & Schedule Various local service locations in Stockport and surrounding areas. Up to two hours each week. Closing Date 01 April 2033 Contact Home Start HOST - Ryecroft Hall, Manchester Road, Audenshaw, Manchester, M34 5ZJ. Phone .