Corporate volunteering
Employer Supported Volunteering is where employers encourage, support and provide their employees paid time off to volunteer. We would encourage organisations who offer this to promote the Spark a Change platform to their employees, making it easy for them to explore and offer their time for volunteering opportunities that suit their skills and interests, for local causes they care about.
Some organisations may wish to undertake a corporate volunteering day where a group of employees volunteer their skills to a chosen charity for a day or two. This is often project based and can act as a team building day that can benefit the organisation and the charity. There is sometimes a charge for this to cover resources and admin time.
Please feel free to get in touch if you would like to learn more about the benefits or have an informal chat with our team [email protected]
Corporate and employer supported volunteering offers a wealth of benefits to both the organisation and the employees taking part.
It can support organisational objectives and contribute to a corporate social responsibility (CSR) strategy
It can strengthen partnerships and connections, support and give back to the local community
It can give new skills and confidence to improve employees’ wellbeing, engagement and job satisfaction
Opportunities for corporate volunteering
New
One-off
Flexible location
Discover Volunteering with NSPCC (virtual information sessions)
Join us with a cuppa at our friendly online session to find out how we help children across Somerset, and how you can volunteer with us to make a difference!Posted by NSPCCNew
Organisation role · 4–7 hrs/month
From home
Communications Volunteer
Help us spread the word! This role involves sharing news about Somerset Bus Partnership’s work, events, and campaigns with the wider community.Posted by Somerset Bus PartnershipNew
Organisation role · 1–2 hrs/Week
From home
Social Media Volunteer
A volunteer is required to further develop our social media presence, increasing awareness and engagement with our target audiences.Posted by Somerset Bus PartnershipNew
One-off · 2–4 hrs
From home
Bus Champion Volunteer
Be a Voice for Your Community – Become a Bus Champion Today!Posted by Somerset Bus PartnershipNew
One-off · 2–4 hrs
Flexible location
Event Helpers
Are you looking for a fun way to meet new people and make a real impact in your community?We’re looking for enthusiastic volunteers to help out at our events!Posted by Somerset Bus Partnership
New
Organisation role · Flexible hours
From home
Events Coordinator Volunteer
We are expanding our events programme and need additional administrative support to help organise and coordinate events. Posted by Somerset Bus PartnershipNew
Organisation role · Flexible hours
Flexible location
Marketing Coordinator Volunteer
Assist in developing, producing, and distributing marketing materials to promote bus services and events across Somerset.Posted by Somerset Bus PartnershipNew
One-off · 4–8 hrs
Flexible location
Fundraising bid volunteer
Assistance with sourcing funding opportunities, contributing to fundraising bids, and supporting end-of-project reporting.Posted by Somerset Bus PartnershipNew
Organisation role · 4 hrs/month
From home
Minutes Secretary Volunteer
The Somerset Bus Partnership is looking for a reliable and organised individual to take minutes at our monthly Management Meetings and to keep track of actions Posted by Somerset Bus PartnershipNew
Organisation role · 2–4 hrs/Week
From home
Administrative Support Volunteer
Supporting our management team, local bus user groups, and wider network with administrative assistance that helps us achieve our mission.Posted by Somerset Bus Partnership
Project role (Temporary) · 2–3 hrs/Week · Starting from 1 Oct For around 12 months
Chard
Volunteer Mentor - Female - Chard - Art/Animals//Rugby - 2 Hours a fortnight
We are looking for a specific mentor to support a 13 year old girl in the Chard area. She is a bubbly young person who enjoys being creative. Posted by Youth Adventure TrustSuccess Stories
Local businesses share their experiences of corporate volunteering
Dead hedging on the Quantock Hills
"By encouraging corporate volunteer groups to explore nature restoration, we are setting a powerful example ...
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The Turner & Townsend team visit West Hatch Animal Centre
"On the volunteering day, we got to meet new people and work together as a team towards a great outcome."
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Adder surveying on the Quantock Hills
"It was wonderful to be out of the office for the day in the fresh air and surrounded by nature on the ...
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The Novanta Technologies Team visit The Geranium Trust
Earlier this year, a team of volunteers from Novanta Technologies braved the cold to enjoy a day of tree ...
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The Lendology team visit ARK at Egwood
Lendology is a not for profit organisation working in partnership with local councils to provide affordable ...
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The Somerset Positive People team visit Carymoor Environmental Centre
“We contacted Spark Somerset as we were looking for a volunteering opportunity that would help us get outside ...
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Harmony Fire visit ARK at Egwood
"It was hugely beneficial for the team’s wellbeing. There's lot to be said for being outside in fresh air just ...
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Sarah’s Team Beach Clean
Now that her team can meet in person again, Sarah wanted to ensure that their first get together in 16 months ...
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Get in touch with the volunteering team if you can't find what you are looking for or if you have any questions on how team volunteering could work for your organisation [email protected]