Found 296 volunteering opportunities in Australia

The Volunteer Reading Helper assists children in practicing reading in the classroom at local schools. Just one hour a week can improve children's reading skills enormously. Training provided, great flexibility, wonderful environment. Expanding to other areas soon, please inquire. Reading Friends Australia is registered for Volunteer Work with Centrelink.

Way Finding Volunteers help families navigate their way around the Queensland Children’s Hospital (QCH).Everyday QCH sees more than 1000 families come through the doors and the Way Finders are often the first point of contact for worried and often hurried parents, offering a welcoming smile and a gentle guiding hand.

As an Operating Theatre Recovery volunteer, you will work closely with staff to support the post-anaesthetic care of patients by providing comfort, as well as reconnecting and regulating caregiver visits. Volunteers also support the Queensland Children’s Hospital Recovery staff by answering the phones and maintaining comfort supplies.

Provide support to parents and carers entering the operating suites at the Queensland Children’s Hospital. Volunteers help ease the anxiety of a child’s surgical journey by working closely with medical staff to provide information and emotional support to parents and carers.

Help facilitate play, activities and distraction for patients, siblings and visitors at the Queensland Children’s Hospital. Join our volunteer team to provide moments of happiness and social connection in the hospital environment.

Taking your dog into your local school every week for approx 2 hours to help children read.

Love a good chat? Have a few spare hours a week or fortnight? Looking to give back to your community? Passionate about walking alongside First Nations communities and creating empowering opportunities? Support people in your community by providing access to free laundry and shower services, while engaging in non-judgmental and genuine conversation!

Provide a safe and stable living environment for a child living in out of home care for a short period of time or at least one weekend a month as a minimum

The Volunteer Tutor Scheme is a program that helps migrants and refugees who are unable to attend AMEP English classes, with one on one lessons for 1 hour per week. Anyone can become a volunteer tutor, even if you’re not a native English speaker. All you need is confidence in English, access to transport and the desire to help others learn. You will be helping people to access basic services and connect with the community, thereby having a huge impact on their ability to settle in Australia.

Loves working with children Want to help all children with an equal opportunity to participate and learn Interested in children with additional needs Supports educators as directed Once a week sessions

Do something life-changing: volunteer as an ethics teacher in your local school! Primary Ethics teachers help children develop valuable skills for life. We come from all walks of life, from parents and grandparents wanting to be involved in their grand/children’s learning, to passionate community members wanting to make a difference.

Do something life-changing: volunteer as an ethics teacher in your local school! Primary Ethics teachers help children develop valuable skills for life. We come from all walks of life, from parents and grandparents wanting to be involved in their grand/children’s learning, to passionate community members wanting to make a difference.

Do you have 1-2 hours a week spare during school hours to help a young person in a primary school who is at risk of disengaging in education. This opportunity is for people who can commit at least until the end of the school year and not for people looking for full time employment.

Do you have an hour every week to support a child in primary school and make a difference? Then join our growing nationwide community of school volunteers and you'll provide life-changing mentoring that transforms the lives of young people who need help the most. No experience necessary, Training provided.

Do you have 1-2 hours a week spare during school hours to help a young person in a Special school who is in need of extra support? This is a commitment to the end of the school year, commencing in Term 1, 2024.

Do you have 1-2 hours a week spare during school hours to help a young person in a primary school who is at risk of disengaging in education? This is a 12 month commitment and not for people looking for full time employment.

We are currently looking for a Reiki Teacher who can provide guidance to our clients using spiritual modalities and subject based knowledge. Our teachers work with a wide range of cliental with varying ages and presentations. Our teachers are expected to lead workshops online and in person (when required).

We are English learners who are eager to improve our English skills, much like how plants need water. If you are proficient in spoken English and are willing to teach online, we would greatly appreciate your assistance. Our primary focus is on conversational English. You will be welcomed by friendly and supportive individuals within our community, you will have an enjoyable experience while contributing to our collective growth.

Are you resourceful, a good communicator and passionate about reducing social isolation in the community? The Parents Hub supports parents caring for infants and toddlers who have additional needs. The volunteer will support the group facilitators with the weekly hosting of parent gatherings. This group aims to engage isolated families and encourage network building! Wednesdays from 9.30am-10.30am. We do ask that volunteers can commit to the role for 6 months or longer.

Taking your dog into your local school every week for approx 2 hours to help children read.