People across South Somerset need our advice
Volunteers are the life force of our organisation and without them we would not be able to deliver the level of service that we offer.
Families across South Somerset are struggling with a range of financial, housing, employment and benefits problems and urgently need advice.
We want to expand our team of volunteer advisers to help even more local people.
With support from the National Lottery Community Fund we have created a Somerset Advice Training Academy that will provide all the support you’ll need to become an adviser.
Our next course will start around June 2021. If you would like to join an Introduction to Volunteering session on the 28th April at 11.00am (via zoom) please email angela@citizensadvicesouthsomerset.org.uk.
Volunteering with Citizens Advice South Somerset
Becoming a volunteer may seem a little daunting, but don’t worry! You will be joining a very friendly and supportive team.
We welcome people from all walks of life and backgrounds and offer flexible volunteering arrangements that mean you can organise your time with us around your other commitments.
Is volunteering right for me?
You don’t need specialist skills or knowledge. We provide you with all the training and support you will need.
Can you …
- Listen with care and attention to detail
- Put people at their ease and explain things clearly
- Use internet resources to research and prepare advice
- Type, use computers and online applications reasonably confidently
- Able to commit to a 12 week training programme
- Volunteer for 4 – 6 hours a week
- Enjoy learning new skills?
Online application form: Citizens Advice South Somerset Volunteer Application Form
We are seeking new volunteers to join our team of telephone advisers
To find out more about the role of a volunteer adviser and all the benefits we offer click here: Volunteer Role Telephone Adviser
Join an information session
Prospective volunteers are very welcome to join us for an informal information session. These are run on zoom and the next session is scheduled for 11.00am on Wednesday 12th May 2021. Other dates will be published towards the beginning of June.
Email angela@citizensadvicesouthsomerset.org.uk if you would like to join us.
How to join us?
Email: june@citizensadvicesouthsomerset.org.uk
Phone: 01935 847675 for an informal chat.
Online application form: Citizens Advice South Somerset Volunteer Application Form
When to join us?
We accept volunteers at any time and offer a flexible foundation training programme.