Make a real difference in just a few hours a week by volunteering. Whether you have specific skills or just want to help, we need support in areas like delivery driving, charity shop work, admin, food bank handling, trades like electrical engineering, gardening, and more. No experience? No problem—we'll train you! Fill out our contact form to join our team and help those in need.

Volunteering FAQs

  • Why Volunteer?

    Since our initial establishment we have had a steady stream of incredible, hard working volunteers helping with everything from admin & customer service, to processing donations & engaging in community out reach. 


    As an independent volunteer lead charity, we simply could not operate without the dedication of our volunteers who

    do a tremendous job.


    Volunteers report a sense of satisfaction in knowing that their actions make a siginificant difference to the lives of the people in ther own community. 

  • Is it a paid role?

    Volunteer roles are unpaid & work is completed on a voluntary basis, however we may be able to cover some expensess, such as delivery driver's fuel, training & any clothing or uniform requirements.

  • What hours am I committing to?

    Volunteering is carried out on an entirely voluntary basis and as such, you are not obligated to any hours, even if you've only an hour or two a week, there are roles and jobs we can utelise any available hands for.


    Some more senior volunterring roles may carry additional responsibility & require more consistant scheduling but this will always be discussed should it affect  you or your position within the charity,


    The amount of time needed is different for each opportunity and would be outlined in any role descriptions. 


    All time and energy donated to our collective charity goals are hugely appreciated, all help is greatly received, it could be one-off, short or longer term commitment, whatever you can offer, we will do our best to utelise.

  • Do I need experience?

    Absolutely not. 


    If you have experience you may feel is relevent to a role, please let us know and we will do our best to utilise all of your skills as fully as possible.


    However, if you've no specialist skills or previous experience - don't worry. We still need help with many simpl, easy and entry level tasks and will give you all the info and training required for any other volunteer roles you may be interested in.


    All you need is the willingness to volunteer & enthusiasm to get involved.

  • What will I be working on and where?

    As a Multibank Charity  we currently have multiple sites & locations across Newcastle, however the majority of volunteers will be located at our main distribution centre in Unit1, Windsor House, Brunswick Industrial Estate. 


    Should you have a preference, please notify us on your application form.


    Our roles include: 


    Admin Assistants, Donation Processors, Delivery Drivers, Designers, Electricians, Social Media Maintenance, Customer Service, Community outreach and much more.


    If you have experience you may feel is relevent to a role, please let us know and we will do our best to utilise all of your skills as fully as possible.

  • Do I need references?

    Yes, but these are simply personal referee's rather than  an employment reference.  



Volunteer Support Application Form

Volunteer Application Form

Volunteering is an excellent way to develop new skills and strengthen your CV, making you more attractive to future employers.
We prioritise volunteers when new employment opportunities arise.

At Families 1st4 Additional Needs, we embrace inclusivity, diversity, open dialogue, and redemption—age, ability, or personal history are never barriers to volunteering. Where necessary, full DBS checks may be required.