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Warwick Digital Cafe

Warwick Digital Cafe

16 Sep 2026 13:20 - 15:50
Volunteers work one-to-one with older people, helping them to use their laptops, phones, and tablets. By improving digital skills, they build confidence and empower people to remain independent, access important services and information, stay connected with family and friends, and engage more fully with their community. As well as helping older learners to stay connected in what for them is a new world, you also have the chance to talk to local people about their lives and very varied backgrounds. You may be surprised at what they have to say!

Skills or experience required?
No previous experience is required. As long as you’re comfortable using a phone, laptop, or tablet, you will have the skills needed to help others use theirs. All you need is patience!
What will I do?
The learners are mostly older adults from the local area. Volunteers typically support with everyday digital tasks, such as using Google Maps, sending emails, sharing photos, using social media, or accessing online services. You do not need to know everything. If a question or technical issue arises that you are unsure about, a Project Leader will always be there to help.
Where does this activity take place?
Sessions take place at The Kenilworth Community Centre from 2:00pm to 3:30pm.
How can I travel there from campus?
Volunteers meet at 1.20 pm at the bus interchange and travel together to Kenilworth on the number 11 bus. The group returns to campus at approximately 3.50pm. Bus fares are reimbursed by Warwick Volunteers.
- Type of VolunteeringAdvice and Support, Community, Older People, Technology/Social Media
- Location of VolunteeringKenilworth
- Communication
- Digital Literacy
- Information Literacy
- Problem Solving
- Professionalism
- Teamwork
Signups close on 16 Sep
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Warwick Digital Cafe

Warwick Digital Cafe

19 Aug 2026 13:20 - 15:50
Volunteers work one-to-one with older people, helping them to use their laptops, phones, and tablets. By improving digital skills, they build confidence and empower people to remain independent, access important services and information, stay connected with family and friends, and engage more fully with their community. As well as helping older learners to stay connected in what for them is a new world, you also have the chance to talk to local people about their lives and very varied backgrounds. You may be surprised at what they have to say!

Skills or experience required?
No previous experience is required. As long as you’re comfortable using a phone, laptop, or tablet, you will have the skills needed to help others use theirs. All you need is patience!
What will I do?
The learners are mostly older adults from the local area. Volunteers typically support with everyday digital tasks, such as using Google Maps, sending emails, sharing photos, using social media, or accessing online services. You do not need to know everything. If a question or technical issue arises that you are unsure about, a Project Leader will always be there to help.
Where does this activity take place?
Sessions take place at The Kenilworth Community Centre from 2:00pm to 3:30pm.
How can I travel there from campus?
Volunteers meet at 1.20 pm at the bus interchange and travel together to Kenilworth on the number 11 bus. The group returns to campus at approximately 3.50pm. Bus fares are reimbursed by Warwick Volunteers.
- Type of VolunteeringAdvice and Support, Community, Older People, Technology/Social Media
- Location of VolunteeringKenilworth
- Communication
- Digital Literacy
- Information Literacy
- Problem Solving
- Professionalism
- Teamwork
Signups close on 19 Aug
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Zooniverse - People Powered Research 2025/26

Warwick Volunteers - From home volunteering

01 Aug 2025 - 31 Jul 2026
Zooniverse is the world’s largest and most popular platform for people-powered research.
This research is made possible by volunteers — more than a million people around the world who come together to assist professional researchers. Our goal is to enable research that would not be possible, or practical, otherwise. Zooniverse research results in new discoveries, datasets useful to the wider research community, and many publications.
**Please Note - this is an external opportunity and Warwick Volunteers have no control over when and how they contact prospective volunteers. If you continue to have problems, please feel free to contact us in the office or check their website on Zooniverse**.
- Type of VolunteeringResearch
- Location of VolunteeringOnline/From home
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Knit for Premature Babies 2025/26

Warwick Volunteers - From home volunteering

01 Aug 2025 - 31 Jul 2026
The charity Bliss are looking for volunteers to support your local Neonatal unit by knitting clothing, blankets and toys for premature babies. They have a selection of downloadable knitting patterns to enable you to get started.
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- Type of VolunteeringChildren and Young people
- Location of VolunteeringOnline/From home
- Digital Literacy
- Problem Solving
- Self-awareness
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Instant Wild 2025/26

Warwick Volunteers - From home volunteering

01 Aug 2025 - 31 Jul 2026
Tagging wild animal sightings for conservation
Instant Wild empowers you to take part in vital conservation work, bringing you LIVE images and videos from amazing locations all around the world. By identifying the animals in each image, you are contributing to conservation and making a positive impact on the future for wildlife.
Available both as a smartphone app and online, Instant Wild mobilises people power to scale up important animal monitoring work, which helps scientists to protect wildlife and secure a richer biodiversity for all!.
- Type of VolunteeringAnimals, Conservation and Environment
- Location of VolunteeringOnline/From home
- Digital Literacy
- Sustainability
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Be My Eyes 2025/26

Warwick Volunteers - From home volunteering

01 Aug 2025 - 31 Jul 2026
Be My Eyes is a free app that connects blind and low-vision people with sighted volunteers and company representatives for visual assistance through a live video call.
How it works
Every day, sighted volunteers lend their eyes to solve tasks big and small to help blind and low-vision people lead more independent lives.
As a sighted volunteer you can help just by installing the Be My Eyes app. A blind or a low-vision user may need help with anything from checking expiry dates, distinguishing colors, reading instructions or navigating new surroundings
- Type of VolunteeringDisability, Health and Social Care
- Location of VolunteeringOnline/From home
- Communication
- Digital Literacy
- Self-awareness
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Cafe Volunteers 2025/2026

The Sydni Centre

01 Aug 2025 - 31 Jul 2026
We are currently recruiting new café volunteers.A fantastic opportunity to work alongside other existing volunteers to gain experience in catering, develop skills in food preparation, customer service, and receive full barista training.Our Café is only open Monday - Friday 9:30am- 2:30pmHowever, we offer flexible volunteering hours
What the role involves:
Serving customers at the counter and preparing hot drinks
Helping to prepare lunch orders
Keep the café and kitchen area clean and tidy
Purpose:
1. To provide catering support to the Café Manager including the preparation and cooking of meals and baked sweet items for café, ensuring food is served fresh and on time
2. To ensure that the SYDNI Centre Community Café runs smoothly
Overview: This is a fantastic opportunity to build your experience working within a catering environment, gaining customer service and food preparation skills, as well as event catering experience.
In order to fulfil this position, you will need to have the following skills:
- Able to work quickly under pressure
- Passionate about good healthy food
- Able to work on own initiative and to work with others collectively
- Good organisational skills
- Knowledge of food safety (or willingness to learn)
- The ability to understand and a willingness to work within SYDNI’s equal opportunities and confidentiality policies
Tasks you will undertake:
1. Assisting in the preparation of lunch orders
2. Preparing hot drinks for customers and room hire groups
3. Serving customers at café counter
4. Providing a warm and friendly welcome
5. Helping to maintain a clean and efficient kitchen
6. Assisting Café Manager with health and safety requirements
7. Assisting Café Manager with stock rotation and control
8. Supporting existing user groups and helping to develop café services
Skills you will acquire:
- Working in a busy catering environment
- Knowledge of Food Hygiene Legislation
- Customer Service
- Barista training
- Working with a diverse community.
- Type of VolunteeringAdvice and Support, Community
- Location of VolunteeringLeamington Spa
- Communication
- Critical Thinking
- Digital Literacy
- Ethical Values
- Information Literacy
- Intercultural Awareness
- Organisational Awareness
- Problem Solving
- Professionalism
- Self-awareness
- Sustainability
- Teamwork
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Summer Library Volunteer 2026

IntoUniversity

03 Aug 2026 - 24 Aug 2026
Volunteer mentors support young people from disadvantaged areas of Coventry to achieve their academic, social and future goals. PLEASE NOTE: This role is best suited for those living in Coventry or Warwickshire. If you are a University student living in Birmingham, please see the similar role for Birmingham residents.
Established in 2002, IntoUniversity works to raise the aspirations and attainment of young people in socially disadvantaged areas. We have 41 centres and extension projects across England, that provide Academic Support, primary and secondary school workshops, university application support and mentoring for young people. Our Coventry Centre, opened in 2018, in partnership with the University of Warwick and already has made a massive difference to the lives of hundreds of young people.

We have an exclusive opportunity for University of Warwick students to act as a summer volunteer supporting young people with developing their reading.

Mentors will gain skills in communication and problem solving while making a real difference to theyoung people and families they are supporting. This is an excellent opportunity for those interested in working in education or who would like to gain experience working with young people

We are looking for volunteers who can support with at least one date of the following:

- Monday 3rd August 2026, 14:00 - 16:00

- Monday 10th August 2026, 14:00 - 16:00

- Monday 17th August 2026, 14:00 - 16:00

- Monday 14th August 2026, 14:00 - 16:00
- Type of VolunteeringCommunity, Mentoring, Children and Young people
- Location of VolunteeringCoventry
- Communication
- Digital Literacy
- Problem Solving
Signups close on 03 Aug
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Summer Crafts - Pipe Cleaner Flowers

Crafting Happiness

31 Jul 2026 14:00 - 16:00
Take some time out to relax and get creative at this easy, hands-on session! Using pipe cleaners, you’ll learn simple techniques to create beautiful decorative flowers, which will be donated to local charities to help with their fundraising activities.

No previous crafting experience is needed, and new volunteers are welcome!

Come along, unwind, enjoy a friendly, low-pressure session and learn how to create colourful pipe-cleaner flowers. All resources will be provided.

Date: Friday 31 July
Time: 14.00-16.00
Location: SH0.06 Student Opportunity Hub, Senate House
- Type of VolunteeringCommunity, Art, Craft and Design
- Location of VolunteeringOn Campus
- Project TypeStudent Led Volunteering
- Problem Solving
- Teamwork
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Meet and Greet Coordinator 2025/2026

The Sydni Centre

01 Aug 2025 - 31 Jul 2026
A SYDNI Centre Volunteer Meet and Greet Coordinator plays a pivotal role in ensuring a positive and welcoming experience for all visitors to the community centre. This role involves extensive knowledge of the facility's layout, daily activities, and events. The coordinator will be responsible for greeting and assisting visitors, helping them navigate the centre, and ensuring they have a seamless and enjoyable experience.
Key Responsibilities:
1. Visitor Reception:
  - Warmly greet all visitors and provide a friendly and approachable first point of contact.
  - Offering visitors assistance, answering questions regarding the centre’s facilities, daily activities, and events.
2. Knowledge of Centre Layout:
  - Maintain a comprehensive understanding of the community centre’s layout, including rooms, facilities, and their purposes.
  - Provide accurate directions to various rooms and facilities within the centre.
  - Assist visitors in finding and participating in specific activities or events.
3. Daily Activity and Event Knowledge:
  - Stay informed about the daily schedule, programs, and events taking place within the community centre.
  - Create and distribute promotional materials and event schedules.
  - Provide information on upcoming events, classes, and workshops to interested visitors.
4. Administrative duties:
- Assist visitors in making reservations for bookings, check booking diaries for open slots in various rooms and facilities.
- Handle printing and photocopying requests from visitors or staff members.
- Take messages and ensure they reach the intended recipients.
1. Sign-In and Registration:
  - Manage the sign-in process for visitors, ensuring they complete necessary forms and waivers.
  - Maintain organised records of visitors and their purpose for entering the centre.
2. Guidance and Assistance:
  - Escort visitors to their designated destinations within the centre as needed.
  - Aid individuals with special needs or requirements, ensuring they have a comfortable experience. i.e. Assisting with the doors
3. Communication:
  - Collaborate with other staff members to ensure a coordinated approach to visitor assistance.
  - Relay visitor feedback and concerns to the appropriate department for resolution.
4. Front of house Cafe:
- During busy hours - offering the café assistance with their orders distribution.
- Type of VolunteeringAdvice and Support, Community
- Location of VolunteeringLeamington Spa
- Communication
- Digital Literacy
- Information Literacy
- Organisational Awareness
- Problem Solving
- Professionalism
- Teamwork
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Animals, Conservation and Environment	Justice and Human Rights
Advice and Support	Older People
Community	Mentoring
Crisis and Poverty	Children and Young people
Culture and Heritage	Research
Disability	Sport
Homeless	Art, Craft and Design
Health and Social Care	Languages
International Volunteering	Technology/Social Media

Coventry	On Campus
International	Online/From home
Kenilworth	Other
Leamington Spa	Warwick

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