Space @ The Broomhouse hub
Volunteer With Us!
Use your skills to make a difference to the lives of hundreds of local families
Our goal is to ensure Edinburgh’s South West communities can thrive and that everyone has the opportunity to achieve their full potential.
We are firm believers that connections are the key to building communities. Every one of our volunteers play an important role in making that happen.
No experience required for any volunteer position, which comes with support from a dedicated team of trained project staff. Our only ask is that you are willing to commit a couple of hours each week to the project you’re involved in.
With a variety of opportunities across our charity, we’re sure to have something to suit anyone’s hobbies and passions.
Volunteering with Space can also give you the opportunity to develop skills in areas such as:
- Gardening
- Social Care
- Youth Work
- Administration
- Charity Governance
- Education & Training
- Hospitality & Catering
- Early Years Development
We also have progression pathways for those looking to use volunteering experience to find paid employment opportunities. Check out our current roles below.
If you don’t see a role you’re especially keen on, but want to support our work at Space, get in touch. We are always eager to explore new opportunities and find new ways of giving back to our community.
Contact admin@spacescot.org with your idea for volunteering and we’ll see how we can make it happen.
“Since becoming a befriender, I have been overall happier in my life. Doing something for others really is rewarding; I became a lot more aware of the different lives people live and the struggles they may face. It definitely lets me appreciate my life more. I think it is the best thing I have ever been a part of.”
— Volunteer Befriender
Featured Role: Volunteer ESOL Teacher
- Do you enjoy supporting people in their learning journey?
- Are you friendly, patient, and respectful of others?
- Do you want to gain valuable tutoring experience?
Current Volunteer Vacancies:
PHEW (Mental Health) Volunteer
PHEW allows 16- to 26-year-olds a safe and open space to connect with others and develop a better understanding of mental health and wellbeing. Weekly group sessions involve a variety of recreational activities and fun in The Hub and out among the community.
Bookbug Volunteer
Weekly Bookbug sessions open to parents/carers with babies and children up to five years old. Sessions provide a safe space for parents/carers, along with their babies and children, supporting them to learn new skills and provide a social experience.
Young Carers Volunteer
You will be tasked with supervising and engaging with young people aged five to 18 who act in a supportive role to a family member or loved one to ensure everyone is having a great time. Volunteers receive full training and can enhance skills and gain experience in youth work.
Friday Youth Club Volunteer
Deliver interesting, fun youth work activities for eight- to 16-year-old Youth Club participants. The programme gives young people a much-needed place within their own community to come together and have fun in a safe environment.
Changemakers Volunteer
Changemakers: Food & Life Skills project supports young foodies (aged 16-24) to develop life skills, build confidence through structured learning, and act as a safe space for meeting new people. We are looking for friendly, enthusiastic volunteers to help run our Changemakers sessions.
Youth Befriending Volunteer
Youth Befriending provides one-to-one support for children and young people aged five to 16. Participants explore new activities and find fresh interests while engaging in local youth provision. We ask volunteers to commit to a couple of hours each week for at least 12 months.
Space proudly pledges to uphold and promote the Volunteer Charter, which sets out 10 key principles to ensure that volunteering activity is adequately and sustainably resourced.