The Salvation Army offers meaningful volunteer opportunities to support children and youth from vulnerable backgrounds. Volunteers can play a role in mentoring, tutoring, organising activities, and providing emotional support to help young people grow in confidence, resilience, and life skills. Through these interactions, volunteers contribute to creating a safe and nurturing environment where children and youth are empowered to reach their full potential.
As a Volunteer Tutor, you’ll provide academic support to children by teaching, coaching, and guiding them in various subjects. Your role includes conducting one-on-one tutoring sessions at least once a week, helping with homework, revision, and clarifying concepts. Usually on weekdays evening
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Befriender
Overview
Provide friendship, support, and guidance to residents over a 12-month period.
Your role involves getting to know your assigned resident, meeting them at least once a month, and engaging in meaningful activities or conversations. We are looking for caring volunteers to build trust and help residents flourish. Be a positive influence in their lives, sign up today!
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Activity Lead
Overview
As an Activity Lead, you’ll plan and execute engaging activities or workshops for groups of 30–40 residents.
Your role involves working closely with the programmes team to create meaningful experiences, securing resources, and ensuring smooth execution. We’re looking for creative and organised volunteers to help residents learn new skills and engage positively.
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Volunteer Driver
Overview
Provide transportation for foster children to appointments, school, and more with your vehicle, ensuring the child’s safe journey and collaborating with other volunteers & foster care staff.
Minimum Commitment of 6 Months, Class 3A License Needed
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Event Support
Overview
Assist with publicity booths to raise awareness about fostering schemes, providing support at fostering events and group activities with fellow volunteers & foster care staff.
Frequency: Ad-hoc / School Holidays (June & December)
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Befrienders For Families (BFF)
Overview
Support families reunifying after child protective services involvement. Over 12–18 months, you will build strong, trusting relationships by meeting families twice a month and completing a simple form after each visit.
We’re looking for compassionate volunteers to provide guidance and stability, helping families stay united.
Frequency: Flexible; Twice per month
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Gracehaven
Gracehaven
About Organisation
Gracehaven Children's Home is a residential home for children and youth aged 7 to 18, and is a place of safety for children and youths who may be victims of abuse, neglect, or require a more structured living environment. The home offers them a safe space to heal, rebuild, and grow—the nurturing environment they so rightfully deserve.