Volunteer work

finalcloud · 31 Jul 2010 at 22:16

So basically I'm struggling to find work. Does anyone know how to go about getting voluntary work so I will have something for my CV? Is it just as simple as walking into a charity shop and asking? What other places could I volunteer at?

arknor · 31 Jul 2010 at 22:18

charity shops , animal shelters , vets (possibly).

some boots warehouses have voluntary work if its dealing with there charity stuff, i once worked at a boots warehouse in nottingham where we had a lot of voluntary workers sorting through old stock and seeing what was worth sending to charities

Apok · 31 Jul 2010 at 22:19

It always looks good on your C.V.

I used to do some voluntary for St john ambulance, but gave it up as i could not be arsed with politics.

I would look for something like st john if you're interested, as it gives you more than just a extre sentence for the c.v. you will likely get certificates and other skills (C.p.r etc) whilst most of these aren't able to be carried across to public domain jobs, it still shows dedication and ability to learn

Fr0dders · 31 Jul 2010 at 22:22

get in touch with CSV

http://www.csv.org.uk/?display=volunteering

they were featured on radio 4 a couple of weeks back.

Cybermyk · 31 Jul 2010 at 22:24

Depends on what goes on in your area really. I think the way the government are planning things for the future, most local services will have voluntary work available.

Link

shifty_uk · 31 Jul 2010 at 22:29

arknor said:
animal shelters , vets (possibly).

I don't believe animal charities are quite as easy to volunteer for. Waiting lists and a huge number of applicants. My GF has been looking for quite a while.

mame · 31 Jul 2010 at 22:33

Your time would be better spent looking for paid work. Filling in one application form is better than working one unpaid shift.

Freeman · 31 Jul 2010 at 22:35

mame said:
Your time would be better spent looking for paid work. Filling in one application form is better than working one unpaid shift.

Seriously good advise. Excellent well done...

arknor · 31 Jul 2010 at 22:38

Freeman said:
Seriously good advise. Excellent well done...

or poor advise seeing as the op obviously needs something on his cv.

i get the feeling its pretty empty and he wont even get an interview

Freeman · 31 Jul 2010 at 22:42

arknor said:
or poor advise seeing as the op obviously needs something on his cv.

i get the feeling its pretty empty and he wont even get an interview

Damn was my sarcasm really that weak?

arknor · 31 Jul 2010 at 22:42

Freeman said:
Damn was my sarcasm really that weak?

hard to tell if u dont add :rolleyes:

finalcloud · 31 Jul 2010 at 22:44

Well yes... I've only had one job and that was temporary and only lasted 2 weeks. Getting really desperate for work

ennogs · 31 Jul 2010 at 22:45

MrLOL said:
get in touch with CSV

http://www.csv.org.uk/?display=volunteering

they were featured on radio 4 a couple of weeks back.

+1. CSV have lots of differnet kinds of voluntering opportunities.

ennogs · 31 Jul 2010 at 22:46

Cybermyk said:
Depends on what goes on in your area really. I think the way the government are planning things for the future, most local services will have voluntary work available.

Link

+1 for this also

Freeman · 31 Jul 2010 at 22:46

arknor said:
hard to tell if u dont add

True. Although last time I used that smiley I was threatened with a ban just for using it. Good old dons eh

finalcloud · 31 Jul 2010 at 23:00

Thanks for the do-it link, applied for some Marie Curie collection placements and a country park volunteer one

unfortunately there doesn't seem to be anything in my area on the CSV website. Also has anyone here done an apprenticeship in something and would you ever recommend it to anyone/how did you go about starting it? That would be one avenue I haven't researched yet.

arknor · 31 Jul 2010 at 23:12

Freeman said:
True. Although last time I used that smiley I was threatened with a ban just for using it. Good old dons eh

i use it all the time but i think im on my final warning

kinda suck they would ban someone whos been around so ages that quite often helps people out with sound advice!

craptakular · 31 Jul 2010 at 23:20

you get banned for smilies now? Is this a joke?

Tefal · 31 Jul 2010 at 23:23

finalcloud said:
So basically I'm struggling to find work. Does anyone know how to go about getting voluntary work so I will have something for my CV? Is it just as simple as walking into a charity shop and asking? What other places could I volunteer at?

there will be a volunteer service for your area, have a look on your town council website.

They will be able to make a list of places and inquire for you.

SexyGreyFox · 1 Aug 2010 at 00:19

Try your local hospital.
I know for a fact all Trusts have got to hit a target of volunteers.