Volunteering
Give the gift of time, and make a difference
Due to current UK Home Office rules, we are only able to recruit applicants who are already eligible to live and work in the UK. We are also not sponsoring Charity Workers under the Tier 5 visa scheme. Therefore, if you do not have the right to work and live in the UK, we ask that you do not submit a job application as we will not be in a position to progress your application.
Currently we receive hundreds of applications on a daily basis and regret that we are not be able to respond individually.
Thank you.
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Aberdeen Cyrenians started life as a soup kitchen run by student volunteers.
That ethos of volunteering and direct community support remains at the heart of what we do and it is essential in allowing us to provide the range of support that people who use our services rely on.
We’re fully flexible and can take regular, ad hoc, seasonal and team volunteers across a range of services and opportunities.
Why should you volunteer?
Volunteering is a great way to meet new people, learn new skills, get you out of your comfort zone all whilst making a difference to people’s lives.
Turn your values into action, give something back to your community and spend quality time away from work or a busy lifestyle. When you volunteer with us, you have the opportunity to make a true difference in the lives of others every single time.
Individual volunteering
Our incredible volunteers are at the heart of everything we do and inspire us every single day with their attitude and infectious energy. Without them, we couldn’t carry out vital activities like making up and delivering food parcels, sorting donations, or helping behind the scenes.
Whether you can spare a few hours a week or just now and then, individual volunteering is a meaningful way to support people in your community. From helping with our services to assisting at events or offering admin support behind the scenes, there’s a role to suit your interests and availability.
You don’t need previous experience – just empathy, commitment, and a willingness to get involved. We provide training and support every step of the way. Join us and be part of a team that cares and makes a real, lasting difference.
Team and company volunteering
Looking to build team spirit while giving back? Our team and company volunteering opportunities are a powerful way for groups to make a direct impact. Whether it’s a one-off day of action or a longer-term partnership, we’ll work with you to shape a meaningful experience for your colleagues.
It’s a great way to strengthen connections, boost wellbeing, and support your organisation’s social responsibility goals. Together, we can achieve more for those who need it most.
What our volunteers say
“I enjoy volunteering as it’s good to be doing something positive and it’s great meeting other volunteers!”
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