Community Outreach Volunteer

Peterborough, Peterborough (On-site)
Unpaid role, expenses not paid
Voluntary

Actively Interviewing

This organisation is scheduling interviews as applications come in. They're ready to hire as soon as they find the right person. Don't miss your opportunity, apply now!

Job description

Help4Homeless is a youth-led charity in Peterborough delivering £10 wellbeing packs to people sleeping rough in our city. As our Community Outreach Volunteer, you'll be the eyes and ears of Help4Homeless - heading out into Peterborough to locate rough sleepers, build trusted relationships with them, and report back so we can get packs to the right people at the right time.

No experience needed. Just compassion, reliability, and a genuine desire to help the people in our community who need it most.

What you'll do

  • Patrol areas of Peterborough to locate rough sleepers
  • Build trusted relationships with people experiencing homelessness
  • Report locations and needs to coordinate pack deliveries
  • Provide information about available local support services

Requirements

  • Age 16 or older
  • Must live or work locally in Peterborough
  • Willing to undergo background checks

What we're looking for

  • Compassion and empathy for people in difficult circumstances
  • Good communication skills - comfortable talking to strangers
  • Reliable, trustworthy, and able to work independently

Time commitment

Flexible scheduling based on your availability. Most volunteers contribute 2–4 hours per week, but we can work around your schedule. Evening and weekend opportunities are available.

Organisation
Help4Homeless View profile Organisation type Non Charity Employer
Posted on: 15 April 2026
Closing date: 14 July 2026 at 12:00
Tags: Housing, Homelessness, Mental Health, Youth / Children