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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Latest Opportunities
Age UK Calderdale and Kirklees
Volunteer - Various Roles
- Health/Care/Community
- Gardening/Environment/Practical
- Fundraising/Events/Marketing
- Catering/Cafe
- Driver
- Anywhere in Kirklees
- Flexible
About us
Make a real difference where you live.
Age UK Calderdale and Kirklees is a local, independent charity proudly affiliated with Age UK. Every day, we support older people across our communities with practical, reliable services that help them stay independent, safe, and connected.
Our work doesn’t just change lives for older people — it gives families peace of mind, knowing their loved ones are well cared for.
Now we need you.
We’re looking for volunteers across Calderdale and Kirklees who want to support their local community, meet new people, and make a meaningful difference — right on their doorstep.
Whether you can give a little time or a lot, your support can help an older person live the life they choose.
Support older people. Strengthen your community. Gain something meaningful in return.
Age UK Calderdale and Kirklees is a local charity, proudly affiliated with Age UK, supporting older people across Calderdale and Kirklees to live independently, safely, and with dignity.
Our volunteers help deliver practical, reliable services that make a real difference to older people’s everyday lives — while giving families the reassurance that their loved ones are well supported.
What you could be doing
We offer a wide and varied range of volunteer roles, so there’s something to suit your interests, skills, and availability. You could be:
- Gardening or helping people enjoy their outdoor spaces
- Singing, playing music, or supporting creative activities
- Getting involved in arts and crafts sessions
- Driving to help people get to appointments or activities
- Offering companionship as a befriender
- Supporting people with technology as a Digital Champion
- Or using your own skills and interests in other creative and practical ways
What’s in it for you
Volunteering with us is rewarding in more ways than one. You’ll:
- Make a genuine difference in your local community
- Meet new people and build meaningful relationships
- Gain experience, skills, and confidence
- Support your own wellbeing by doing something purposeful
- Be part of a friendly, supportive local team
Who we’re looking for
We welcome volunteers of all ages and backgrounds from across Kirklees. Whether you can give a few hours occasionally or offer more regular support, your time and enthusiasm can help brighten someone’s day.
Join us and help older people live the life they choose — while doing something truly fulfilling.
Age UK Calderdale and Kirklees
- Health/Care/Community
- Gardening/Environment/Practical
- Fundraising/Events/Marketing
- Catering/Cafe
- Driver
- References required
- DBS (criminal record check that the organisation will organise)
01/04/2027
Submit your details to apply
Have a question or need help applying for a role?
Click here to get in contact or email us directly at volunteer@tslkirklees.org.uk
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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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