Why Volunteer?
- Gaining new skills and experiences
- Making friends and feeling part of your community
- Improving your confidence, wellbeing, and mental health
- Enhancing your CV and career prospects
- Finding purpose and meaning in your day-to-day life
Not sure what career path to take? Volunteering can help you:
- Explore different roles and industries
- Test a potential career path
- Build confidence and credibility for future employment
- Gain real-world experience to discuss at interviews
Working in the Voluntary Sector
Volunteering can be a stepping stone into a rewarding career in the Voluntary, Community, and Social Enterprise (VCSE) sector—also known as the third or not-for-profit sector.
With over 10,000 voluntary organisations in Norfolk and 165,000 across the UK, the VCSE sector employs over 900,000 people. By volunteering, you gain valuable experience that could lead to paid work within these organisations.
Other Areas
Looking for a volunteer opportunity elsewhere in Norfolk, then check out the Voluntary Norfolk GetInvolved site https://www.getinvolvednorfolk.org.uk/volunteers
The site also has useful information about volunteering, including training and the Volunteer Passport.