Young volunteers
Volunteering is a great way to learn and develop new skills, gain experience for future employment and 'give back' to an organisation that has previously offered you support. It's also a great way to get to know and help your local community.
Why volunteer?
Rosie's story
Rosie's story
Rosie volunteers with the NCH&C NHS Trust in the Stroke Rehabilitation Ward in Norwich. In the video on the right she explains why she would recommend volunteering to a friend. She was 16 at the time of recording, but she feels that volunteering has given her confidence that she can draw on in all areas of life.
Click the button below to watch a longer video about Rosie's volunteering experience.
Flourish Youth Awards for Volunteering and Participation.
What are they and who are they for?
What are they and who are they for?
What is Flourish?
Norfolk's shared ambition for all children and young people. Inspired by the things children and young people said were important to them.
- Family and friends
- Access to learning
- The opportunity to lead a good life
- Being understood
- Building resilience
- Respect for their individuality
- Feeling safe
- Being healthy
The awards recognises young people's volunteering and participation and the impact it has on their community as well as on their own personal development.
The awards are open to any 11-25 year olds in Norfolk who are involved in a volunteering or participation project.
How do I achieve the award?
- Check the organisation you support is running the award, if they're not you could suggest it to them.
- Set your goal! This will be achieved through your volunteering or participation and be linked to one of the FLOURISH letters.
- Participate or volunteer for at least 5 hours related to your goal with support from your organisation and receive your award!!
Opportunities
These opportunities are listed as being suitable for under 18's
Youth Volunteer - Healthy Relationships Ambassador
Please see below for detailed description:Posted by Leeway Domestic Violence and Abuse Services
Volunteer Retail Assistant - Furniture & Craft Emporium (Wymondham)
Do you want to make a difference to the lives of those affected by cancer? Join #TeamBigC as a volunteer at our Furniture & Craft Emporium (Wymondham). Posted by Big C, Cancer Charity
Activity Support Volunteer - Caroline House, Colman Hospital
Volunteers are needed to support patients to engage in activities such as puzzles, games, reading, crafts and conversations.Posted by Voluntary Norfolk - NCH&C Volunteer Service
Patient Support Volunteer - Caroline House, Colman Hospital, Norwich
Volunteers are needed to provide companionship and support for patients and assisting staff with non-clinical, practical tasks including mealtime support.Posted by Voluntary Norfolk - NCH&C Volunteer Service
Volunteer needed for Scouting supporting young people aged 4 upto 18 years old
We are looking for volunteers to expand our team so we can offer fun and adventure for more boys & girls aged 4 upto 18 years old in Long Stratton.Posted by Norfolk Scouts
Children's Craft Club volunteer - Tuckswood Library
We are looking for volunteers to help support our craft group for children which runs from 4.00-5.00pm on a Tuesday afternoon at Tuckswood Library.Posted by Norfolk Library and Information ServiceNews & events
