Volunteer in Merton

 
We are dedicated to supporting volunteers by helping you find volunteering opportunities in your local community. The aim is that every resident will be able to give time – be it for one hour every now and then to several hours a week. Whatever time you can give, it will make a difference to your life and your local area.
 
Volunteering Opportunities:
Administration

Administrator | Taylor Road Centre     
As Administrator you will facilitate the effective day to day running of the Centre which will involve welcoming visitors, providing guidance and support as appropriate. 
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Research Assistant | National Institute for African Studies (NIAS)
The National Institute for African Studies (NIAS) is a London-based think tank that provides objective information on African affairs, looking to appoint a Research Assistant within its office in Wimbledon.
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Befriending and Mentor

Helping Hands Volunteer | Jigsaw4u
Jigsaw4u is looking for volunteers to befriend individuals and families from the local area, who have experienced domestic abuse. Building a trusting relationship, you will support them to make links within the wider community, to access local services and to attend a variety of appointments. 
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Befriending Volunteer | MS Society
Could you spare an hour or two a week to provide support to those affected by MS? If so, the MS Helpline team would like to hear from you. 
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Carer Befriender | Age UK Merton
Age UK Merton is looking for a  befriender to connect with a carer in the communit by providing one-to-one support to help to alleviate loneliness, improve social connections and access to community and wellbeing activities.
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Charity Shop
Shop Assistant | Wimbledon NIAS Charity Shop
Voluntary Shop Assistants at the Wimbledon NIAS Charity Shop is a valuable opportunity to improve or enhance your retail expertise. Their ideal shop assistants are reliable, well presented, have a positive attitude and are always keen to learn and take on new duties.
COVID-19 Volunteer
COVID-19 Community Resource Hub Volunteer 
MVSC is working with the voluntary sector to mobilise a volunteer taskforce to help isolated households and those at risk from COVID-19. Volunteers will be partnered with key groups who will allocate you to tasks to support people who are currently unable to leave their home.

Supermarkets Food Collection Point | Dons Local Action Group
Dons Local Action Group distribute 2500 food packs per week and numerous bulk deliveries. They are seeking volunteers that can offer anything from one shift per week to multiple shifts. The role is to engage with shoppers on their way in to local supermarkets and take donations on your stand on the way out. 
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Volunteer Shopper | Age UK Merton
Volunteers will help to deliver a number of essential services to enable vulnerable and older adults to stay safe and well during the crisis.
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Fundraising

Fundraiser | Taylor Road Centre     
This role will be to raise funds for the development of the Centre and general running. The role holder will also explore with other exciting projects and bids.   
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Group Fundraising Chair | 8th Wimbledon Scout Group
The 8th Wimbledon Scout Group is seeking a Group Fundraising Chair to help support their activities and improve facilities. Raising extra funds means they can provide a wider range of exciting opportunities to young people. 
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Gardening

Gardener | Merton Friends of the Earth
Can you join the watering rota, ideally for at least one evening a week to help the new pollinators' corner by the south-east corner of Morden Park?
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Grounds Person | Taylor Road Centre     
This is a great opportunity to develop and maintain the grounds around the Centre. If you love garden maintenance, flowers, plants and are green fingered this could be for you.
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Hospitality

Hospitality | Taylor Road Centre     
This is a great opportunity to meet and greet visitors and participants that come to the Centre and make them feel safe and valued.  
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Libraries
Home Visits Library Volunteer | Merton Libraries
This fantastic service is looking for volunteers to select and deliver library books to local residents who cannot get to their local library, or have anyone to go for them.
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Trustees
Trustee | Home-Start Merton
Our trustees come from all walks of life, bringing their experience and individual skills. Being a trustee can be hard work and you will need to be able to respond to demands but it is also rewarding, giving many opportunities for personal development and the chance to give something back to your local community.
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Treasurer | Merton CIL
Merton CIL seeks a new Treasurer with experience in finance, to join their board of 8 members - the majority of whom are disabled. Merton CIL is a user-led organisation promoting the inclusion, choice, and independence of deaf and disabled people in Merton. They were established to provide a voice for deaf and disabled people in the borough and to provide support to deaf and disabled people in all areas of their lives.
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Trustee | Merton CIL
Merton CIL seeks a new Trustee to join their board of 8 members the majority of whom are disabled. Merton CIL is a user-led organisation promoting the inclusion, choice, and independence of deaf and disabled people in Merton. They were established to provide a voice for deaf and disabled people in the borough and to provide support to deaf and disabled people in all areas of their lives.
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Trustee | Merton Vision
Merton Vision is a successful, highly regarded, sight-loss charity offering much needed support to visually impaired children and adults living in Merton. They are looking for someone to join their Board - whether you’re an experienced Trustee or looking to take your first steps at Board level.
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Trustee | South Mitcham Community Association
Join this local community association and support them to work towards delivering a sustainable service for the community and make a difference to the quality of life for others.
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Trustee | Wimbledon Community Association (Wimblecomm)     
WCA is looking for new Trustees to join their small Board (3 Trustees & 1 Secretary). If you live, work or socialise in Wimbledon, the wider borough of Merton or neighbouring areas and have an interest in the local community they would be pleased to hear from you.
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Volunteer Managers
Assistant Volunteer Manager | 8th Wimbledon Scout Group
Give your time to inspire, motivate adults and young people in your local area. You’ll be organised, diplomatic and know how to get the best out of people.
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Young People
Assistant Leaders with Beavers, Cubs or Scouts | 8th Wimbledon Scout Group 
Would you like the chance to canoe, climb, run games and make bird boxes while improving your CV? 
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Beaver Scout Leader | 8th Wimbledon Scout Group 
Use your energy and creativity to help young people have fun, develop their potential and earn a wide range of badges and awards, including the prestigious Chief Scout Awards.
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Cub Scout Leader | 8th Wimbledon Scout Group 
Plan and deliver a safe and exciting programme of learning and activities for young people, making sure every young person gets the chance to spend at least one night away each year.
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We will update this page as regularly as possible. When opportunities arise, we will share them with you. 

To find out more about any of the above, please email us on volunteer@mvsc.co.uk