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Newsletter from Voluntary Action Reigate and Banstead
Dear <<First Name>>

Welcome to our fortnightly newsletter for potential and existing volunteers. 

In this edition, we have selected a wide range of volunteering opportunities, some that would suit outdoor lovers, some that require emotional empathy, and a couple of events to dip your toe into volunteering.  Read on to see what other opportunities we have showcased.  

Also in this edition:
  • Are you looking to build your skills for volunteering?  Do you want to try something new in September?  Free training is on offer from WEA. 
  • Would you like to work in the voluntary sector? Take a look at some of the paid roles we have highlighted.  
Best wishes
The VARB Team
Volunteer News
Here is this week's selection of volunteer roles.  Click on the title to find out more - this takes you to further information on our website.  If you are interested, then you can make a "Quick Enquiry" using the black button. 

🚜 Downlands Partnership is looking for Farm Volunteers to complete various tasks at their farm in Carshalton. Tasks will include general gardening, hedgerow and copse management, tree care, planting and propagation.  As the farm develops, the opportunities and range of tasks will grow.

👨‍🍳 Merstham Mix Cafe is looking for Kitchen Assistants This is an opportunity to volunteer alongside their trained chef (who trained under Jamie Oliver) and prepare hot and cold food for customers. A great opportunity for anyone who loves cooking or would like to work in the catering industry in the future.

😊 Age Concern Banstead is looking for Befrienders to visit elderly people in their own homes, to relieve loneliness and isolation.
'When the suggestion of a Befriender was first made, questions arose. What is a Befriender? What happens if it doesn’t work out? In reality my Befriender turned out to be utterly delightful. We chat for Britain - you name it, we talk about it. All washed down with a cup of tea, cake and laughter.’ VB


🧑 Surrey Appropriate Adult Volunteer Service is looking for Appropriate Adults to help young people and vulnerable adults who are in a police custody centre. Volunteers must be aged 30 years+, be non-judgmental and able to remain emotionally detached.  Training will be provided.


🛍️ MHA Communities East Surrey are looking for Shopping Helpers, particularly in the Horley and Banstead areas.  Volunteers lend an arm or push a wheelchair and generally help elderly members enjoy their shopping experience.  

🎽 Run Series is looking for Run Reigate Race Crew on Sunday 19th September.  Support this local event that raises funds for many charities.  Race crew act as route marshals, running the water stations and handing out medals and bananas. 

🚴 Run Series is also looking for Ride Reigate Crew on Sunday 3rd October. Are you a keen cyclist or do you just enjoy being part of a community event?  Get involved, looking after the cyclists and supporters at the start or finish. 


📱 Relate Mid Surrey is looking for a Marketing & Social Media Administrator - an enthusiastic and organised person with good written English, who could help prepare material for social media and marketing and provide support with databases.  There is a degree of flexibility and tasks can be discussed at the interview stage. 

💻 Queen Elizabeth Foundation is looking for Quality Management Project volunteers to help develop the quality management system for the products they create for disabled children.  A flexible and home-based role, volunteering as part of a team.

🌼 Queen Elizabeth Foundation is also looking for a Maintenance Volunteer, to help maintain their extensive grounds. The role will involve weeding and planting flower beds, occasional hedge clipping, and hoeing.  

😊 Dyscover is looking for an Aphasia Support Group Volunteer. The conversation support groups are run by speech and language therapists.  Volunteers play a vital role in helping to increase the member's confidence and maximising their communication abilities.

🥼 East Surrey Hospital is looking for volunteers to support them with Covid 19 Infection Control, encouraging members of the public, as they enter the hospital, to use hand sanitizer and wear a mask.

Circles South East are looking for a Circle Volunteer for an established child protection project. The project works closely with, and is supported by, both the Police and Probation Service. Volunteers work as a team with a small group of other volunteers.

💬 Family Action is looking for FamilyLine Volunteers.  This national charity provides emotional support and guidance to families, by using a network of volunteers to assist people through telephone calls, emails, and text messages.


You can search through other volunteer opportunities on our website here.

Training to support current or future volunteering.  (For a full list of training for volunteers and the voluntary sector see here.)

Public Speaking Tuesday Sept 21st 10am- 1pm - (Virtual)

A welcoming and practical course, helping you develop the knowledge and skills of public speaking. This course will help prepare you for a range of different situations.

Running Effective Meetings  Wednesday Oct 6th 10am- 1pm (Virtual)

This 3-hour session will explain the principles of effective meetings, from chairing responsibilities to minute taking. 
  • 3 roles: Outreach Worker, Manager and Advocate for East Surrey Domestic Abuse Service (Redhill). Deadline 1 September
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This newsletter has been sent by Voluntary Action Reigate & Banstead. We are a charity that supports volunteers and the local voluntary sector with information, networking, and volunteer matching.  Charity no 1138897, Company no 07217319.   

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