Volunteering opportunities

Volunteer with Active Lichfield Communities 

Looking to build confidence, gain new skills or give something back to your community? 

Our volunteer programme offers a range of opportunities for young people and adults to get involved, learn and grow. 


Why volunteer? 

Volunteering can help you: 

  • Build confidence  
  • Gain valuable experience  
  • Develop new skills  
  • Meet new people  
  • Support your local community  
  • Take steps towards education or employment  

Many of our volunteers go on to gain qualifications or paid roles in sport, health or community work. 


Opportunities available 

Placement (13–17 years) 

  • Volunteer placement for young people working towards Duke of Edinburgh or other qualifications  
  • Gain experience supporting sessions  
  • Develop leadership and teamwork skills  

Sports Coaching Pathway 

  • Gain experience working with experienced coaches and supporting sessions 
  • Access training and qualifications  
  • Build experience working with different groups  
  • Opportunities to progress into coaching roles  

Adult Volunteering (18+)

  • Support sessions in your community
  • Help residents feel welcome and confident
  • Get involved in wellbeing programmes or events

Us Girls Ambassadors 

  • Support sessions for women and girls  
  • Help shape activities and events 
  • Build leadership and mentoring skills  
  • Access training and qualifications  

What to expect 

  • A supportive and welcoming environment  
  • Training and development opportunities  
  • Flexible placements tailored to you  
  • Ongoing support from our team  

How to get involved 

If you would like to find out more contact the Active Lichfield Communities team via email – sportsdevelopment@lichfielddc.gov.uk. 

To apply, please complete the  volunteer application form and a member of the team will be contact you in due course. 

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