Hospitals volunteering opportunities

Have a look below for opportunities to volunteer within the hospital. If any of these roles sound like the right fit for you, you can click on our contact details at the bottom of the page. 

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  League of Friends – Eye Unit Tea Bar

  Support patients, visitors, and staff in a friendly tea bar setting. Duties include making drinks, serving customers, staffing the till, tidying, washing up, and restocking supplies. A great role for sociable volunteers who enjoy a busy environment.
  
  Shifts available:
  - Wednesday morning: 8:30 am – 12:30 pm (tea bar opens at 9 am)
  - Wednesday afternoon: 12:30 pm – 4:15 pm (tea bar closes at 4 pm)

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  League of Friends – Store Support

  Help restock the League of Friends café by moving supplies from the storage area. Ideal for hands-on volunteers who like keeping things organized and working as a team.
  
  Shifts available:
  - Monday, Thursday, Friday: 7:00 am – 9:00 am
  - Monday and Thursday: 4:00 pm – 6:00 pm

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  Bereavement Care Meet & Greet (18+ only)

  Provide a warm welcome to families in our bereavement care team. Offer refreshments, put visitors at ease, and support staff in delivering compassionate care. A meaningful role for kind and empathetic volunteers.
  
  Shifts available:
  - Thursday: 1:00 pm – 4:00 pm
  

Last updated 12/02/25

Call: 023 8120 4688 
Email: volunteers@uhs.nhs.uk