There are so many benefits to volunteering – it’s a great way to give some of your time and skills for the benefit of others but also a fantastic way to learn new skills, meet new people, improve your CV and to have fun.
There are a huge range of volunteering opportunities available in North Tyneside – from short, one off activities such as helping out at a community event to regular voluntary roles in administration, and everything in between. You can search and register for local opportunities searching our online Volunteer Database here.
No matter what your interests, skills, experience or how much time you have to give, our Volunteer Centre can help to find a volunteering opportunity to suit you!
Thinking of Volunteering?
- Explore our Volunteering FAQs and get your questions answered.
- Get started with our free, bite-sized online courses: Introduction to Volunteering, Adult Safeguarding, and Safeguarding for Children and Young People.
- Take a look at our Volunteering Guides on Informal Volunteering and Social Action
- Browse the 10 most recent volunteering roles in North Tyneside.
- Use our Volunteering Search Portal to find and sign up for local opportunities. Start your volunteering journey today.
Volunteering Blog
North Tyneside Volunteering Update
Explore the variety of volunteering opportunities in North Tyneside. Whether you want to enhance your skills, make a community impact, or connect with like-minded individuals, there is something for everyone.
You can search for all available volunteering opportunities on our online database, or take a look at our round-up below.
Embracing Home-Based Volunteering: A New Era of Community Involvement
As the world changes, so does the way we volunteer. The rise of remote work and digital connectivity has made home-based volunteering a powerful way to contribute without leaving your home. This modern approach offers flexibility while meeting the diverse needs and interests of volunteers. Here’s everything you need to know about home-based volunteering, its […]
Free High Speed Training for Volunteers & Trustees
Thanks to funding from UKSPF and the North East Combined Authority, VODA is pleased to be able to offer free online training courses for volunteers and trustees through High Speed Training. High Speed Training is an online platform that provides fully accredited training courses. These courses can be accessed via your computer, laptop, or smartphone […]
Flexible Volunteering: Make Your Time Count
Are you looking for a volunteering role that fits around your busy schedule? Whether you can only spare an odd hour here and there or need something outside of typical daytime commitments, there are plenty of flexible volunteering opportunities available. Volunteering is a fantastic way to give back to your community, learn new skills, and […]
There’s a New Kind of Superhero in North Tyneside! Why Not Grab Your Cape and Join Them?
Are you aged 18 or under? Are you ready to make an impact, learn new skills, and meet amazing people? Volunteering is your chance to help your local community and perhaps change the world while changing your life for the better! There are many volunteering roles across North Tyneside suitable for under-18s. The team from the […]
Other ways we can help you to volunteer...
If you are unsure of the type of role you want to do or need any support to access volunteering, we can help to find the right opportunity for you. Contact us to request a meeting with one of our Volunteer Development Officers
If you are thinking about volunteering, why not consider becoming the trustee of a local charity or community group? Find our more about this valuable opportunity and some of the local organisations looking to recruit trustees here.
VODA delivers a number of direct volunteering projects in the community which offer a range of opportunities to get involved – from short-term creative projects to long-term volunteering opportunities helping local people.
Case Studies: Meet some of North Tyneside's fantastic volunteers...
Case Study: Terence McDermott North Shields Fishermen’s Heritage Project
Terence (Terry) is the Chair of the North Shields Fishermen’s Heritage Project. The organisation was founded in 2015 by Terry, to raise funds to commission a statue to remember the men who fished from North Shields and those who lost their lives. The organisation goes from strength to strength with various new projects, led by […]
Good Neighbours Case Study: Hannah
Hannah has always worked in Health and Social Care related roles including speech therapy, supporting asylum seekers and refugees and now in systems training for the social care sector. Hannah has always done bits of volunteering alongside her work, which started at university when she volunteered in a charity shop. Over the years, Hannah has […]
Good Neighbours Case Study: Penny
Penny has volunteered for Good Neighbours for almost two years. She is married with three grown-up children and recently retired from running her own business. Penny began volunteering before she retired and needed voluntary work that was flexible. She came across the Good Neighbours project while researching local volunteer opportunities. In Penny’s words: “The way […]
Good Neighbours Case Study: Pam
Pam, a retired secretary who has lived in her home in North Tyneside for 56 years, faced many challenges after being diagnosed with cancer in March 2022. Pam, who has lived on her own since the passing of her husband, has limited mobility and multiple health conditions, and while her neighbours have been a big […]
Good Neighbours Case Study: Hazel
When I broke my hip in November, it was a huge shock to me and very unexpected. I was living on my own and the weather was really bad. We were going through a cold snap with snow and ice. I didn’t feel confident at all stepping outside of my front door. I felt stuck, […]
Good Neighbours Case Study – John & Carlos
Good Neighbours beneficiary John and Good Neighbours volunteer Carlos, who take part in both our Buddy and Social Shopping Scheme, have a chat to explain how the Good Neighbours project has made a difference to them… VODA’s Good Neighbours project is one of several organisations that are a part of the Endling Loneliness project (ELP), […]
Good Neighbours Case Study: Katie and Carol
Katie and Carol have been meeting up together since before Christmas. Carol had lost her confidence following a stroke and was left with mobility problems down her left side. She was wanting help to get out a bit more to get back some of her independence. Katie is a student studying at Newcastle University. She […]
Mike Turner: Good Neighbours Volunteer
VODA’s Good Neighbours project coordinates a host of friendly volunteers who are keen to support their local community. During these difficult times, we have worked hard to help as many people with grocery shopping, collecting prescriptions, odd DIY jobs and community buddy support. Spotlight Mike has volunteered in North Tyneside for many years. He has begun […]
