TSL Kirklees Volunteering is the official Volunteer Centre for Kirklees
This means that we’re here to help you get started on your volunteering journey and support you through the process.
We also make sure that any groups or charities that advertise for volunteers on our website will look after their volunteers properly. Some of them will have a stamp of approval called the Kirklees Volunteering Quality Award (KVQA), which means that they’ve done even more to make sure that their volunteers are valued and have a good experience.
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TSL Kirklees
Energy Neighbours Youth Volunteer (Skills Pathway)
- Gardening/Environment/Practical
- Fundraising/Events/Marketing
- Anywhere in Kirklees
- Flexible
Third Sector Leaders Kirklees
We are a local charity that supports the community, voluntary and charity sector in Kirklees.
Energy Neighbours is a community project supporting residents to stay warm, save energy and feel more connected to their neighbourhoods.
Purpose of the role
Youth Volunteers (18 - 25yrs ) support Energy Neighbours activities while building skills, confidence and experience linked to green careers and community work.
This role is ideal for young people interested in learning new skills, gaining experience and making a difference locally.
Where and when the volunteering takes place
Volunteering takes place in community venues and neighbourhood settings across Kirklees.
Opportunities include short sessions, shadowing staff and helping at workshops.
The role will typically involve the following tasks
- Supporting community events and activities
- Shadowing community workers
- Talking with residents and sharing what you learn
- Helping organise activities for young people
- Supporting social media or outreach where appropriate
- Learning about energy and community work
You will need to have
- Friendly and approachable attitude
- Willingness to learn and try new things
- Interest in energy, climate or community work
- Reliability and openness to support
- No previous experience required
What we will provide to support you
- Training and skills development opportunities
- Shadowing and mentoring
- Support to build confidence and experience
- Travel expenses reimbursed
- Opportunities to progress into further volunteering, training or employment
Interested in volunteering with Energy Neighbours?
We’d love to hear from you. We will get in touch within 2 weeks after receiving your application.
To find out more or have an informal chat, please contact: energyneighbours@tslkirklees.org.uk or 01484 519053 (Press 2 for Energy Neighbours)
TSL Kirklees
- Gardening/Environment/Practical
- Fundraising/Events/Marketing
- Application form required
- References required
Youth Volunteers are aged 18-15 years of age.
03/06/2026
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Business Volunteering
Share your team, resources and expertise
Many businesses offer their employees an opportunity to volunteer in work time. This is known as Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) or Employer Supported Volunteering and it can include fundraising for a group, or even sharing expertise and resources as well as volunteering.
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