Volunteer Work, Jobs in Leicester, Lec (with Salaries)

6 week volunteer programme in administration
Shelter Housing Advice and Research Project —Leicester
- From £3 a day
- Part-time
- Microsoft Office
- Administrative experience
- Travel
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- Call to connect
- IT
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- Employee discount
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- Employee discount
Stockroom Volunteer
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- Employee discount
Online Sales Champion Volunteer (Homestore)
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- Employee discount
Warehouse Volunteer (Homestore)
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- Employee discount
Furniture Assembly Volunteer (Homestore)
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- Employee discount
Sales Floor Volunteer
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Sales Floor Volunteer (Homestore)
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Labourer Solar PV
Green Energy Planet Ltd. —Leicester
- £12.76 - £16.28 an hour
- Temporary
- Schematics
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- Construction experience
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Retail Online Research Volunteer- Store Based (West Bridgford Children's Store)
Barnardo's —Nottingham
- Call to connect
- IT
- Store discount
- Employee discount
Volunteer Coordinator
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- £30,105 a year
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- English
- Free parking
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Solar Installer
Green Energy Planet Ltd. —Leicester
- £25,000 - £28,000 a year
- Temporary
- Power tools
- In-person
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Social Media Volunteer (Remote & Flexible)
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- Remote
- Social media management
- Flexitime
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Retail Shop Floor Volunteer 1 (Sileby)
Barnardo's —Sileby
- Call to connect
- Customer service
- IT
- Communication skills
- Store discount
- Employee discount

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6 week volunteer programme in administration

Shelter Housing Advice and Research Project
Leicester

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Job details

Part-time | Volunteer
From £3 a day

Qualifications

Microsoft Office
Administrative experience
Organisational skills
Typing
Phone etiquette
Communication skills

Full job description

Volunteer Work Placement Trainee

Location: Leicester City Centre
Organisation: Shelter Housing Advice and Research Project (SHARP)
Placement Length: 6 weeks (Monday to Thursday)
Application Deadline: Ongoing
Expenses: Bus travel reimbursed (up to £6 per day)

About Us

Shelter Housing Advice and Research Project (SHARP) is a Leicester-based charity established in 1974 by the Leicester Shelter Group. We provide vital advice, support, and advocacy to individuals and families who are homeless or facing serious housing difficulties in Leicester and Leicestershire. We are currently funded by the National Lottery and are offering structured volunteer work placements designed to help individuals gain skills, confidence, and a pathway into employment or further education.

About the Role

We are looking for enthusiastic and committed volunteers to join us for a 6-week work placement. This opportunity is ideal for individuals looking to gain valuable work experience in the housing, advice, or charity sectors.

As a Volunteer Work Placement Trainee, you will support our team with administrative and casework-related tasks, gaining real-world experience in a professional advice setting. You'll work alongside experienced caseworkers and receive full training and ongoing support.

What You’ll Do

Assist with admin tasks including photocopying, scanning, and file handling
Use Microsoft Office and client management software (AdvicePro)
Set up appointments and communicate with clients
Draft and send letters and emails to clients
Make follow-up phone calls to collect feedback
Research and update information databases
Support delivery of client cases alongside our caseworkers
Work as part of a friendly, supportive team

What You’ll Gain

Experience working in a busy advice and support environment
Increased confidence and improved communication skills
Familiarity with professional software and administrative systems
An understanding of housing and homelessness-related issues
A potential pathway into further education or employment

Who Can Apply

To be eligible for this placement, you must:

Be aged 18 or over
Not currently be in employment
Be available to attend Monday–Thursday each week for 6 weeks

Priority will be given to individuals who have been unemployed for 3 years or more.

Equality, Diversity and Inclusion

SHARP is committed to promoting equality, diversity and inclusion. We welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds, communities and lived experiences. We are committed to creating an inclusive environment where everyone is treated with dignity, fairness and respect, and where differences are valued and celebrated. Selection for this placement will be based solely on eligibility, suitability and commitment to the role.

Support & Training Provided

Full induction and training
Ongoing guidance from our Volunteer Coordinator
Friendly and supportive team environment
Travel expenses covered (up to £6 per day for bus fares)

Interested?

We’d love to hear from you!
To find out more or apply, please contact:

Kulsum Bachani
Volunteer Coordinator
0116 254 6064
[email protected]

Help us make a difference — and gain the experience you need to take your next step.

Job Types: Part-time, Volunteer

Pay: From £3.00 per day

Work Location: In person

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