We’re currently looking for volunteers who would like to join The Pride Shop / Pride Space CIC team. The Pride Shop is a space where LGBTQ+ and allies can come to socialise, enjoy coffee, cake and sandwiches as well as purchase LGBTQ+ related gifts and products.
The venue also hosts workshops, classes and other events in association with Pride Space CIC.
You must be 18 years and older to volunteer for us.
Some of the roles we have available
Event Planning Assistant (Volunteer)
Event Host/Facilitator (Volunteer)
Marketing & Promotions Volunteer
Volunteer Therapist/Counsellor
Administrative Support Volunteer
Fundraising & Grants Volunteer
Café and Shop Worker (Volunteer)
Jobs
🔹 1. Event Planning Assistant (Volunteer)
Purpose: Support the planning and coordination of community events, workshops, and outreach activities.
Key Tasks:
- Assist in sourcing speakers, and materials.
- Help with event logistics and scheduling.
- Coordinate with vendors and community partners.
- Attend planning meetings and take notes.
Skills & Experience:
- Organized and detail-oriented.
- Good communication skills.
- Interest in event management or community engagement.
Time Commitment: 4–6 hours/week (flexible)
🔹 2. Event Host/Facilitator (Volunteer)
Purpose: Act as the welcoming face of the Pride Space CIC during community events and workshops.
Key Tasks:
- Greet attendees and provide information.
- Introduce speakers or facilitators.
- Support audience engagement and manage Q&A.
- Monitor sessions to ensure they run smoothly.
Skills & Experience:
- Confident speaking in public.
- Friendly, professional demeanor.
- Calm under pressure and problem-solving mindset.
Time Commitment: Event-based; typically evenings or weekends.
🔹 3. Marketing & Promotions Volunteer
Purpose: Help promote events and services to the local community through digital and print channels.
Key Tasks:
- Design and schedule social media posts.
- Create promotional materials (posters, flyers, e-newsletters).
- Assist with outreach to press, schools, and partner orgs.
Skills & Experience:
- Basic graphic design (Canva or similar) and copywriting.
- Familiar with social media platforms.
- Creative and community-oriented.
Time Commitment: 3–5 hours/week.
🔹 4. Volunteer Therapist/Counsellor
Purpose: Provide pro bono therapy/counselling sessions to individuals or groups in need.
Key Tasks:
- Deliver individual or group sessions.
- Maintain accurate, confidential records.
- Work under appropriate supervision or clinical governance.
Skills & Experience:
- Recognised qualifications in therapy or counselling.
- Insurance and registration with relevant body (e.g., BACP, UKCP).
- Trauma-informed and culturally competent approach.
Time Commitment: 1–4 clients per week or as arranged.
🔹 5. Peer Support Volunteer
Purpose: Use lived experience to offer informal emotional support and signposting.
Key Tasks:
- Offer peer support in group or 1-to-1 settings.
- Share coping strategies and resources.
- Encourage ongoing participation and self-care.
Skills & Experience:
- Lived experience of mental health or related challenges.
- Empathetic, non-judgmental attitude.
- Able to maintain boundaries and follow safeguarding protocols.
Time Commitment: 2–4 hours/week.
🔹 6. Administrative Support Volunteer
Purpose: Support the day-to-day operations of the CIC.
Key Tasks:
- Data entry and document preparation.
- Scheduling appointments and maintaining contact lists.
- Supporting project leads with admin tasks.
Skills & Experience:
- Good IT and organizational skills.
- Discreet and able to handle sensitive information.
- Comfortable using email, Excel, Google Docs, etc.
Time Commitment: 4–6 hours/week (remote or on-site).
🔹 7. Fundraising & Grants Volunteer
Purpose: Help raise funds to support the CIC’s services and events.
Key Tasks:
- Research grant opportunities and funding streams.
- Assist with writing funding bids and proposals.
- Organize small fundraising campaigns or events.
Skills & Experience:
- Strong writing and research skills.
- Familiarity with funding landscape (desirable).
- Creative thinker and team player.
Time Commitment: Flexible, project-based.
🔹 8. Café and Shop Worker (Volunteer)
Purpose:
To support the daily operations of the community café and shop by serving customers, preparing light refreshments, and helping create a welcoming, inclusive environment for all visitors.
Key Tasks:
- Serve food, drinks, and products to customers in a friendly and professional manner.
- Handle cash and card transactions at the till.
- Restock shelves and maintain display areas.
- Assist with food preparation (e.g. drinks, snacks, light meals) under supervision.
- Maintain cleanliness and hygiene in the café/shop area.
- Engage with visitors and signpost them to other CIC services when appropriate.
- Follow health & safety and food hygiene procedures.
Skills & Experience:
- Friendly and approachable, with good communication skills.
- Reliable and punctual.
- Comfortable working in a team and with the public.
- Experience in retail or hospitality (desirable but not required).
- Willingness to learn food hygiene and safety procedures.
Time Commitment:
- Minimum of one 4-hour shift per week (more if available).
- Shifts available weekdays and weekends, mornings or afternoons.
Training & Support:
- Optional training in customer service, food safety, or mental health awareness.
- Full induction and on-the-job training provided.
- Support from the Café/Shop Manager or Volunteer Coordinator.
Volunteering does not have to be an all-consuming commitment—even a couple of hours a week could make a huge difference in keeping Pride Space open and running.
By volunteering for us, you could
Gain new, transferable skills
Gain qualifications
Meet and interact with new people in our community
Find new confidence and improved well-being