who? children
when? flexible
where? within Cambridge during term, elsewhere out of term
CHaOS aims to inspire children about science through fun, interactive experiments. At out events, volunteers demonstrate experiments to small groups of children, giving a more personal approach to learning. Events are run throughout the year so volunteers pick whose which appeal most.
who? adults
when? min 2 hours/month although preferably 2 hours/week
where? Hester Adrian Centre, CB4 1AX
The services we provide include free computer access, computer training, consultancy, web hosting and web design. Many of our services are tailored for disabled and disadvantaged people but all are welcome. We urgently need additional volunteers to help support our learners; you don’t have to be a computer expert to help a beginner.
who? school pupils, teachers, students
when? no minimum commitment
where? local schools and at our storage location
Our student volunteers give presentations to schools pupils to promote student volunteering, young social enterprise, recycling and global citizenship. We also have a number of student-run READ Book Projects, which collect disused, high-quality textbooks from school for further use.
who? children (4-18)
when? 2 hours/wk (you only commit to one term at a time)
where? schools within 25 minutes cycling distance of the city centre
Volunteers are assigned to a class at a primary or secondary schools to help with maths, science and IT teaching by helping individuals and small groups. You select the ages and subjects you wish to work with.
who? unemployed adults (18+)
when? half-day/week
where? walking distance from city centre
This project supports and delivers training sessions for our members to help them find employment. Volunteers are needed to help with administration, reception duties, marketing and research. Volunteers can also get involved in delivering job-related and self-development training sessions.