Why should I volunteer? If you’re looking to boost your job prospects and add something special to your CV so you can stand out from the crowd, we can help you. Expand When you volunteer with us you’ll learn new skills. So if you’re looking to boost your job prospects and add something special to your CV so you can stand out from the crowd, we can help you. If you’re winding down from work and looking for something new to spend your time on, then we can offer you the chance to make new friends, stay busy and be part of our team.
Will I get training? We’ll support you every step of the way. Expand Yes, don’t worry we’ll support you every step of the way to make sure you get the most out of your time with us.
What does Bluebell Wood do? Bluebell Wood is a home from home for families facing the toughest of times, with a comfy lounge and beautiful gardens. Expand Bluebell Wood is a home from home for families facing the toughest of times, with a comfy lounge and beautiful gardens. We’re always cooking up mouth-watering meals and tasty treats in the kitchen for families. There’s also plenty of fun activities for children to try, including soft play, arts and crafts, music therapy and much more. We believe that every family deserves to make magical memories with their child, whether they have years, months, weeks or days together.
Is it a big commitment? We have volunteers who help us every other Tuesday, for a few hours each Saturday or just at term time to fit round school. Expand No, it doesn’t have to be. We have volunteers who help us every other Tuesday, for a few hours each Saturday, term time only to fit round school, or on set dates for events- so whatever time you can give, we’re incredibly grateful.
What can I do? Our volunteers help at the hospice; in the Care Team, gardening, housekeeping, catering, with admin and on reception. Expand Our volunteers help at the hospice; in the Care Team, gardening, housekeeping, catering, with admin and on reception. They can also help out at our events or even hold their own too! If you have your own special skill that you think would be useful to share, then we’d love to hear from you. We even have a volunteer who creates our legendary chocolate explosions, so why don’t you tell us about your talent?
How do I get involved? We thought you might never ask! All you need to do is email our Volunteer Co-ordinators, Gemma and Beck, at [email protected] or call 01909 517 360. Expand We're so glad you asked! All you need to do is email our Volunteer Co-ordinators, Gemma and Beck, at [email protected] or call 01909 517 360. To see our current opportunities head on over to our current volunteering opportunities page.