Volunteering at QSA
QSA works with around 100 volunteers every year, who come from all walks of life. We would not be able to provide the level of service that we do without the help we get from our dedicated volunteers. In return we offer a structured and supportive volunteer experience and we will reimburse any reasonable travel cost.
Nb. If you are interested in paid opportunities please visit our vacancies page.
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Current opportunity: Knees Up Befriending and Community Support Volunteer
Closing date for applications: ASAP
Knees Up is a community building project. Knees Up works alongside residents in deprived estates to support aspiration and promote social well-being.
One aspect of the project is to run a befriending service for those living on the estate who may be at risk, vulnerable, isolated or simply in need of a friendly face and some support.
As a befriending and community support volunteer, you will build up a trusting and meaningful relationship with a resident living on the estate we work on. Activities you will be involved in will vary depending on needs and interests. Activities you are involved in may include things like: accompanying residents to a meeting with their landlord, visiting the cinema, helping someone access a GP, popping out for a cup of tea, going for a walk or just having a chat.
This is an incredibly rewarding opportunity where you can build aspiration, reduce isolation and brighten someone's day, making a lasting difference to a resident's life.
You will receive training and personal development opportunities and be supported by the project manager and through regular meetings with the other volunteers.
There is flexibility in commitment but you will need to commit a couple of hours a week for a minimum of 6 months.
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Current opportunity: Made of Money Administrative Assistant volunteer
Closing date for applications: ASAP
We are looking for someone to commit 1 - 2 full days a week, over a minimum of 3 months. Computer skills and great attention to detail are needed for this, as is an ability to work independently. We are able to reimburse travel within
To apply: If you are interested, please email us at madeofmoney@qsa.org.uk, and tell us more about why you are interested in the post, and what skills or experience you have. Please note that we are a small charity, and only have the resources to reply to those who have relevant experience.
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Current opportunity: Made of Money volunteer
Closing date for applications: ASAP
In this role you will support Made of Money project in their day to day office administration. This primarily involves making up of resource packs for our trainings, including printing out materials, and laminating, cutting, and collating them. In addition the role includes database entry and other day to day office support. We are looking for someone to commit two full days a week, for a minimum of 3 months. Computer skills and great attention to detail are needed for this, as is an ability to work independently.
To apply: please download the expression of interest form, then send the completed form to madeofmoney@qsa.org.uk or by post to Made of Money, QSA, 17 Old Ford Road, London E2 9PJ.
Contact Kristina on 020 8983 5043 for more details.
__________________________________________________________________________________Regular opportunity: Down to Earth volunteer mentors
Volunteer funeral mentors are trained to give support to bereaved people in financial need around funeral planning. To find out more visit the mentor information page.
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Regular opportunity: Homestore volunteers
If you can travel to Stratford in Newham every week, you may be interested in volunteering at our community furniture reuse project, Homestore. The main roles available are:
- Office assistant
Office assistants work alongside the Sales Administrator to run an efficient and professional service to our customers. The role involves customer service, admin and record keeping, data entry, answering telephones, assessing of the suitability of furniture donations, arranging collections and liaising with the warehouse and drivers.
- Driver's assistant
Driver's assistants work alongside the driver on collections and deliveries, helping to ensure donors of furniture and customers receive a polite and reliable service. The role involves loading and unloading vehicles, helping to plan routes, keeping the warehouse stock in order and assisting with maintaining the vans.
To find out more and apply, contact Homestore's manager Jim on 020 8519 6264 or email jimcarling@qsa.org.uk.
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If you are interested in volunteering, but can't find a role here at QSA that is right for you, why not get in touch with your local volunteer centre?
