Your time could be the thing that changes someone's week.
Volunteer With Us
Make a Difference in Your Community
At Ember Vale, our volunteers are at the heart of everything. They're the friendly faces at the door, the people who sit and listen, the hands that help set up and clear away — and the reason our community feels like one.
Whether you can spare a few hours a month or a few hours every week, there's a place for you here. No experience necessary — just a genuine desire to make a difference.
Why volunteer with us
Good for others. Good for you too.
Build confidence and grow personally
Support your own wellbeing alongside others
Be part of something that's genuinely making a difference
Volunteering with Ember Vale isn't just about giving — it gives back. Most of our volunteers tell us they get as much out of it as the people they support.
Give something back to your local community
Meet new people and make genuine friends
Learn new skills and gain real experience
Most importantly — you'll help bring friendship and joy to people who might otherwise feel alone.
Volunteer opportunities
Find the role that suits you.
Community Hub volunteer
Help run activities and events at the Hub — welcoming visitors, preparing refreshments, setting up and being a friendly presence for everyone who walks in.
Tea & Blooms Afternoons -Friendship groups
Bingo sessions - Movie mornings - Arts & crafts
Gardening - Seasonal events
Befriending & companionship volunteer
Spend time with older people experiencing loneliness or isolation. This can be as simple as a regular chat — or as meaningful as helping someone reconnect with their community.
Friendly home visits - Telephone calls - Accompanied walks - Community outings
Help raise funds for our community services by supporting our shop — sorting donations, greeting customers, displaying stock and helping at fundraising events.
Sorting donations - Greeting customers - Operating the till - Fundraising events
Fundraising shop volunteer
There's no single way to volunteer with us. We have roles to suit different personalities, schedules and strengths — from helping at lively social events to quieter one-to-one companionship.
Got a particular skill or qualification?
You don't need experience. You just need to care.
We welcome people from all backgrounds and walks of life. What matters most to us isn't a CV — it's the kind of person you are.
Who can volunteer
Specialist volunteers
If you have experience or training in any of the areas below, we'd especially love to hear from you. Your expertise could make a real and lasting difference to the people who need it most.
Counselling
Bereavement support
Dementia activities
Arts & crafts
Fitness & wellbeing
Music
Education & training
Community engagement
Friendly and approachable
Reliable and trustworthy
Compassionate and respectful
Passionate about helping others
Committed to positive experiences
Open to learning and being supported
Training and support
Ready to get involved?
Whether you want to help occasionally or become a regular part of the team, we'd love to hear from you. Complete our Volunteer Application Form or get in touch for an informal chat — no pressure, no commitment required at this stage.
We'll make sure you feel ready.
Every volunteer receives full training and ongoing support — so you always know what to do, who to speak to and how to make the most of your time with us. Where required for roles working directly with vulnerable adults, DBS checks will be completed.
Full induction before you begin
Safeguarding training for all volunteers
Ongoing support and supervision
Opportunities to develop new skills
Volunteer references where appropriate
DBS checks for relevant roles
Ember Vale
62 Braemar Gardens, West Wickham, Kent, BR4 0JW
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