You don’t need previous experience of volunteering or working in a hospital. We’re looking for individuals who are reliable, friendly, approachable and committed to making a difference.
Why Volunteer with us?

I’m studying and want to shadow a medical professional, can I?
No, volunteering is different from work experience. Nothing clinical takes place whilst you are volunteering and you will not be able to shadow medical professionals whilst volunteering. If you are specifically looking for a ‘work experience’ placement then please visit this page. Please note, work placements aren’t always available so you may be referred back to the volunteer’s office if there are no placements in your chosen department.
I'm only available in the evenings and weekends. Can I still volunteer?
Whilst we appreciate your interest in volunteering we currently do not have roles available which start after 3 o’clock or take place over the weekend. This may change in the future, so please do check back in later in the year.
Will I be offered any training?
Will I need health clearance?
Why do I need a Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check?
Will you turn down my application if I have a previous conviction?
Will you provide a reference if I volunteer?
We will provide standard references for all volunteers who have given their time for one year or more and where the volunteering placement was successful.
How long can I volunteer for?
We ask that volunteers can commit for as long as possible. To ensure you get the best opportunity and exposure of how the hospital works and to improve the experience of our patients we ask that volunteers can commit for a minimum of 1 year.