Volunteering | Northamptonshire Domestic Abuse Service

Volunteering

Thank you for your interest in volunteering with NDAS. We have lots of different volunteering roles which are essential for us to help as many people as we do – everything from helping on our advice line, to being a befriender and supporting someone in their community, to actively fundraising and being an Ambassador for NDAS.

Our volunteers come from a diverse range of backgrounds and cultures, with their own set of unique skills, knowledge and experiences. Most volunteers commit roughly two hours of their time per week, at a time that suits them, and we provide ongoing training and regular support as well as pay for travel and expenses. We see our volunteers as an essential part of our team and without them, we would really struggle. However, due to the time and costs involved with taking on volunteers, we do ask that you pledge to support us for a minimum of 6 months.

We provide full training for all volunteer roles covering topics such as safeguarding and wellbeing. Our volunteer induction process runs quarterly (January, April, July and October) and includes one day of training onsite at our head office in Wollaston and one day of online training. This training is compulsory.

NDAS is committed to quality, equality and diversity. Our recruitment and selection procedures reflect this commitment which applies to both volunteers and paid staff.

Please look through the roles below and if you would like to apply, please click on the relevant link to complete the application process. If you can't see your ideal role or are interested in several roles, please complete our online volunteer application form and we'll be in touch with you to discuss your application.

Please note, if you have been the victim of domestic abuse in the past and would like to apply for a voluntary position with us that involves working with clients, we will only be able to consider applications from individuals who have been out of the abusive relationship for at least 3 years. This is to protect your own mental wellbeing.

Why volunteer with NDAS

Training, support and access to ongoing development
Volunteering is really good for your health, helps maintain wellbeing and makes you feel good
By working with NDAS, you can gain valuable experience, skills and knowledge
Volunteering with NDAS is a great opportunity for someone that would like to give back to their community and make a difference to the lives of families affected by domestic abuse.
We can also provide you with valuable experience for your CV and will provide you with references after 6 months volunteering with us.

If you'd like any further information please contact our Volunteer Coordinator, Nade Springett on volunteer@ndas-org.co.uk or complete our online application form.

Volunteering was my way of giving back to this amazing charity who changed my life after decades of abuse

Current Volunteering Vacancies

Befrienders - Rushden and Daventry

Are you friendly and enthusiastic, kind and compassionate? You could be just what our clients need!

No matter what your background, culture, gender, age or experience, we're looking for reliable and enthusiastic volunteers to befriend our clients in our refuges. You'll be working to support those who have experienced domestic abuse and have recently moved to Northamptonshire. Starting again can be daunting and clients benefit from someone who can show them the local area, help them to access services and generally help them to feel less socially isolated.

The role requires just 2 hours from you each week (between 9am-4pm, Monday - Friday).

If you're interested, please apply here, or get in touch via: volunteer@ndas-org.co.uk

Volunteer Tutors - Northampton and Daventry

Many of our children moving to refuge experience a delay in receiving a school place. We'd like to bridge this educational gap and are looking for volunteers to help.

If you have teaching experience (primary or secondary) and are passionate about education, we'd love to hear from you! Working closely with our specialist children's team the volunteer tutor will work to plan and deliver learning opportunities on a one-to-one or small group basis.

The role requires just 2 hours from you each week (between 9am-4pm, Monday - Friday).

If you're interested, please apply here, or get in touch via: volunteer@ndas-org.co.uk

Children's Activity Workers -Roade and Daventry

If you're fun loving, engaging and enjoy working with children, then please consider joining our Children's volunteer team!

Working in conjunction with the Children's Domestic Abuse Specialists your role will include planning and facilitating group activities for the children and offering one to one support when needed. Previous experience of working with children is preferred.

The role requires just 2 hours from you each week (between 9am-4pm, Monday - Friday)

If you're interested, please apply here, or get in touch via: volunteer@ndas-org.co.uk

Diverse Befrienders - Wellingborough

Do you have an understanding of different cultures? Can you speak an additional language such as Bengali with Sylheti dialect, Urdu, Hindi, Polish or, Romanian?

Survivors who find themselves in refuge are often new to Northamptonshire and can find starting again really daunting. Some clients may speak limited English which only adds to their feeling of social isolation. We’re looking for Befrienders from a range of ethnic backgrounds to support clients in building their confidence and to help them to access local services, and develop wider social links.

The role requires just 2 hours from you each week, ideally on a Friday morning.

If you're interested, please apply here, or get in touch via: volunteer@ndas-org.co.uk

Volunteer Fundraisers

We are looking to recruit a team of volunteer fundraisers who would like to support us in our fundraising activities as well as holding their own fundraisers. We offer full training, regular team meetings and support to ensure you are fully confident in your role.

If you are interested in the above role and would like more information, then we'd love to hear from you. Please email: volunteer@ndas-org.co.uk