Volunteering Opportunities

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Without our amazing community of volunteers, we simply wouldn’t be able to provide support to our children, young people and families. Here you’ll find information on our current volunteer vacancies and answers to some frequently asked questions.

What voluntary roles are available?

  • One-to-one Befriending/Mentoring of a child or young person

  • Group Befriending/Mentoring of children or young people

  • One-to-one Befriending/Mentoring of a parent/carer

  • Group Befriending/Mentoring of parents/carers

  • Volunteer Drivers

Where does the volunteering take place?

We currently have 9 different projects operating across both North and South Lanarkshire, including (but not limited to) areas such as East Kilbride, Airdrie, Hamilton, Lanark, Rutherglen and Cambuslang.

How do I become a COVEY Volunteer?

Use the button below to submit our online Volunteer Enquiry form. We will then be in touch to talk to you about our voluntary roles and to help you complete our Volunteer Application.

Do I need to do any training?

Yes, we provide you with all the training and ongoing support you need. You will attend training for one evening each week, for 6 weeks.

What is it like being a COVEY Volunteer?

Who better to tell you all about it than our current volunteers? Use the button below to learn about their experiences in their roles.