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Community Engagement Volunteer

Manchester, Greater Manchester (Hybrid)
Unpaid role, expenses paid
Voluntary

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Job description

We’re looking for friendly, reliable people who’d like to spend a few hours helping out in the local community by supporting our community activities, outreach and events.

As a Community Engagement Volunteer, you’ll help plan and deliver a range of activities that bring people together, from community sessions and wellbeing projects to local events and awareness campaigns. You’ll play an active role in creating welcoming, inclusive spaces where participants can connect, take part and access support.

This is a flexible, hands-on opportunity for anyone who enjoys meeting new people and wants to help strengthen local relationships and wellbeing.

What You’ll Be Doing

  • Supporting the setup and delivery of community sessions, events and outreach activities
  • Welcoming participants, providing friendly assistance and helping create an inclusive environment
  • Sharing information about our programmes, activities, campaigns and opportunities
  • Helping us reach more people through local outreach and awareness work
  • Assisting with health, wellbeing or awareness events that promote active participation
  • Collecting feedback and basic evaluation information to support programme improvement

Skills and Qualities We’re Looking For

  • Friendly, approachable and reliable attitude
  • Good communication and teamwork skills
  • Confidence engaging with people from different backgrounds
  • Patience, empathy and respect for others’ experiences
  • Enthusiasm for community, inclusion or wellbeing work

What You’ll Gain

  • A chance to meet new people and get involved in your community
  • Experience supporting local projects and outreach activities
  • Opportunities to build confidence and develop new skills
  • The satisfaction of making a genuine difference to others

About Us

We are a community-led charity tackling poverty at its root by empowering people and communities to overcome barriers and build sustainable futures.

Our programmes support children, young people, adults and families through education, employability, wellbeing and social inclusion activities that promote confidence, connection and opportunity.

Safeguarding and Inclusion

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and adults involved in our work.

Safeguarding training will be provided for all volunteers and a Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check may be required for this role.

We welcome volunteers from all backgrounds and will make reasonable adjustments to support participation wherever possible.

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Cede Foundation View profile Organisation type Registered Charity Company size 6 - 10

A catalyst for overcoming poverty at its root by empowering marginalised people and developing sustainable communities.

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Posted on: 07 November 2025
Closing date: 05 February 2026 at 16:35
Tags: Campaigns, Communications, Social Care / Development, Early Years, Education, Employment, Engagement / Outreach, Entry level / Graduate, Ethnic Minority / BAME, Food / Nutrition, Health and Safety, Human Rights, Mental Health, Mentoring / Coaching, Safeguarding, University, Wellbeing, Women's Rights, Youth / Children, Events / Activities