Volunteer Work

Looking through my skills and experience, the voluntary section is a bit of a grey area. The only voluntary experience I have is being a campfire assistant at Leeds Festival 3 years ago...so I figured that this needs updating!

I came across a website called Doing Good Leeds where you are able to search for voluntary opportunities that may come up, and I registered my details. I'd be really interested in any voluntary vacancies within creative arts, for example art workshops in local community centres/hospitals/galleries etc. This would enable me to develop my teaching skills in potentially a more challenging and rewarding role. I also created a profile with Volunteer Centre Leeds via Volunteer Connect, so organisations will be able to get a concentrated summary of my interests and experiences.

Here are some screen shots of the application process:

What next?

I have applied for a voluntary opportunity at the Hepworth in Wakefield, which sounds great! The training day is next Saturday, so if I am successful I will hopefully hear back within the next week.

I might look at other voluntary organisations in Leeds, or enquire directly to different centres.