Volunteer Hub

Welcome to our Volunteer Hub, where you can find local volunteering opportunities in Sutton.

Look for a role using the search or filters. Read the role details to see if it’s right for you and what skills you need. Read our advice on work experience and volunteering if you are under 18.
Fill in the short form at the bottom of the page and tell the organisation why you’re interested.
We’ll check your form and send it to the organisation within 3 working days.
The organisation will usually contact you within 10 working days to explain what happens next. This might include an interview, references, or a DBS check.

If you haven’t heard anything after 15 working days, please let us know and we’ll chase it up for you. Download our "I want to volunteer" information sheet.

Historic house and grounds maintenance volunteers - Hill House

Maintaining Hill House and keeping the gardens tidy. This is a volunteering opportunity for residents who care about their local spaces. Keep the Hill House looking good and free from litter for all to enjoy.

Parent & Toddler Group Volunteer - Sutton Ecology Centre

If you enjoy being outdoors and working with young children, this is the volunteer role for you! Assist with running a fun nature themed parent & toddler group at Sutton Ecology Centre, including setting up, preparing resources and crafts, and clearing up after. No experience needed, full on the job training.

Talk Club Captain - Sutton Cultural Services

Lead peer-to-peer men’s mental fitness groups, facilitate open conversations, and help build a supportive community where men can talk openly and improve their mental health.

Minibus Escorts - Sutton Lodge Day Centre

Volunteer as a minibus escort to bring residents to Sutton Lodge, where they can enjoy a hot meal, social activities, and company—opportunities they couldn’t access without your help.

Activity Volunteer-Ryelands Care Home - MHA-Methodist Homes

As an Activity Volunteer you’ll support our Activity Coordinator to run group or 1-1 activity sessions. We do bake, do flower arranging, arts and crafts, quizzes, bingo and much more!

Volunteer Telephone Befriender (Remote) - MHA-Methodist Homes

As a Volunteer Telephone Befriender, you’ll help improve the quality of life for older people who are socially isolated and may feel lonely. You’ll call once a week to have a chat for about half an hour to help the person feel less isolated. You’ll also encourage them to access services and facilities within their community.

Volunteer General Care Home Assistant (MHA Ryelands) - MHA-Methodist Homes

As a General Care Home Assistant, you’ll support the team with a variety of tasks that vary each week.

Volunteer with Homeless People - Sutton Night Watch Homeless Charity

We need volunteers to help Sutton Night Watch deliver our services to homeless people.

Independent Visitors (IV) - Jigsaw4u

An Independent Visitor (IV) is a volunteer who visits and befriends a child or young person living in care.

Admin Assistant - Cre8 Football

Office Admin support required for Cre8 Football

Volunteer Grant Writer (Part-Time 4 hours a week) - Home-Start Sutton

Home Start Sutton is seeking a dedicated and passionate Volunteer Grant Writer to join our team.

Event Fundraisers/Organisers - Home-Start Sutton

Set up and run fundraising events! Perhaps you can run a Golf Day or take part in a sponsored event? Or are you great and baking and could run a coffee morning and charge entry?

Cheer Point Volunteer - Pancreatic Cancer UK

Join us in making our cheer points the loudest and purpliest, so our runners and walkers get the boost they need to make it over that finish line. Our London events for 2026 include London Landmarks Half Marathon (12th April 2026), London Marathon (26th April n2026), Thames Bridges Ultra (12th September 2026) and Royal Parks London (11th October 2026)

English Language Teaching Assistant - weekly - Refugee and Migrant Network Sutton (RMNS)

Exciting opportunity to support a beginners' class teaching English with support and guidance from a fully qualified ESOL teacher

Volunteer Driver/Befriender - The Hello Club

As a Volunteer Driver/Befriender for The Hello Club, you will be a 'buddy' for a new member, to make them feel comfortable and supported in their first few visits. You will make a real and lasting difference to the lives of older people who are experiencing social isolation or loneliness.

Sutton Sea Cadets Volunteer - Sutton Sea Cadets

Volunteering with Sutton Sea Cadets isn’t just about giving back - it’s about learning new skills, meeting great people, and helping young cadets grow into confident, capable leaders. No prior experience is needed - we provide full training.

Helping Hands Project (HHP) - Jigsaw4u

If you are over 18, have a willingness to support families achieve positive changes, an understanding of the effects domestic abuse has on adults and children and are able to build trusting relationships and offer emotional and practical support then we’d love to hear from you.

Front of House Volunteer at Whitehall Historic House - Sutton Cultural Services

Whitehall Historic House is a Tudor building & has an important role in the Cheam local community. We are seeking Front of House Volunteers to welcome visitors to the building & offer a high level of customer service as they explore the House. You may be asked to lead short tours around the building to individuals & groups. Training will be provided.

Assistant Sports Coach - Train Together London CIC

As an Assistant Coach volunteer with Train Together London CIC on the T2 Kidz Active Sutton programme (Carshalton SM5), you’ll inspire young people through sport, build coaching skills, and make a meaningful impact in your local community.

Puppy Raiser - Guide Dogs For The Blind Association

Are you a dog lover? Do you have the time to help raise a life-changing puppy? Would you like to make a difference to someone's life? If you've answered yes to these questions, then this role could be perfect for you!