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We believe everyone has something valuable to give – whether it’s professional expertise, fresh enthusiasm, time or simply a willingness to help others.

Volunteering with us is a chance to make a real difference while gaining experience, connecting with people from all walks of life, and being part of a supportive and welcoming team.

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How you can help

If you’re looking to develop your skills, share your expertise, or give your time to support others, the  N-Compass Volunteer Hub is here to help.

The Volunteer Hub at N-Compass is a dedicated team that recruits, trains, and supports volunteers who generously offer their time to assist others. Volunteers engage in various roles, including:

Volunteers are at the heart of what we do. Whether you’re:

  • A skilled professional looking to use your expertise for good
  • Someone building experience on the path to employment
  • A person with time to spare, eager to support a cause that changes lives

We’ll find a role that matches your skills and interests. From supporting vulnerable individuals to helping behind the scenes, every contribution matters.

At N-Compass, we value our volunteers and make sure you feel appreciated, supported, and part of the team. When you volunteer with us, you’ll get:

  • The chance to meet new people and be part of something meaningful
  • A friendly, inclusive environment where your contributions are valued
  • Flexible opportunities to suit your availability
  • Support from our Volunteer Hub at N-Compass recruits, trains, and supports volunteers by providing induction, training, and a welcoming environment, enabling them to contribute meaningfully while gaining skills and experience.
  • The chance to meet new people and be part of something meaningful

There are many ways to help, whether it’s:

  • Providing practical or emotional support to those we serve
  • Assisting with administration
  • Helping to spread awareness of our services

However you choose to contribute, you’ll be making a real impact.

Ready to make a difference? We’d love to hear from you!

Get in touch to explore volunteering opportunities with N-Compass. Together, we can create a brighter future.

volunteer opportunities

We have volunteering opportunities across all our services.

To find out more about these opportunities or to enquire generally about volunteering, please email volunteering@n-compass.org.uk or call 03450 138 208.

Our team of advocates enables clients to represent themselves, where possible, or speak up on their behalf to liaise with statutory organisations as directed by the client. Advocates build and maintain relationships with clients based on mutual respect, dignity and honesty and empower them whilst involving clients as much as possible in decisions that affect them. Our volunteers work in the community including self-advocacy groups and citizen involvement groups, this important service can make a huge difference by empowering clients and making sure their wishes are heard, in addition to providing a rewarding experience for our volunteers.

Role requirements

  • Knowledge of advocacy desirable 
  • Able to commit to an agreed amount of time to support our work in the community
  • Adhere to N-Compass policies and procedures at all times

Key skills and abilities 

  • Ability to listen, communicate and engage with clients 
  • Confident with IT 
  • Reliable, punctual, and non-judgemental
  • Positive attitude to working with individuals from different backgrounds
  • Compassionate, understanding and open-minded 

Role-specific training provided

  • Safeguarding 
  • Advocacy 

Hours

This is a flexible role, typically 1 day a week and agreed with the team 

Locations

We have six advocacy hubs across the North West 

  • Blackburn with Darwen Advocacy
  • Bury
  • Westmorland and Furness
  • Knowsley
  • Liverpool
  • Wirral

Other

The role is to support our work in the community

CHAT Line is our Carers Help and Talk Line, a telephone service that offers support to unpaid Carers. Our CHAT Line line volunteers provide carers with regular befriending support by offering a listening ear and social contact every week. This important service provides a lifeline to carers that can make a huge difference in their health and well-being and provides a rewarding experience for our volunteers.

Role requirements

  • Access to either a mobile phone or landline 
  • Able to commit to an agreed amount of time to support a carer on the phone
  • Adhere to N-Compass policies and procedures at all time

Key skills and abilities 

  • Ability to listen, communicate and engage with carers 
  • Reliable, punctual, and non-judgemental
  • Positive attitude to working with individuals from different backgrounds
  • Compassion, understanding and open-minded 

Role-specific training provided

  • Safeguarding 
  • CHAT line 

Hours

This is a flexible role, typically 30 minutes a week and usually agreed with the carer.

Locations

As this role is delivered from home, volunteers can be based anywhere in the UK.

Other

CHAT Line is run through our communications system that keeps both our volunteers and carers’ telephone numbers private

Sitting in service volunteers allow carers a much-needed break from their caring role so they can do something for themselves. It is essentially a respite and befriending service that is entirely led by volunteers from all ages and backgrounds. Our volunteers spend an agreed amount of time each week participating in various activities, from playing board games to sitting and having a chat with a cared-for person, enabling their carer an opportunity for a break. This important service provides respite for our Carers which can make a huge difference in their health and well-being, in addition to providing a rewarding experience for our volunteers.

Role requirements

  • Able to spend an agreed amount of time at the home of a Carer and the person they care for
  • Activities may include sitting and chatting, going for a walk, playing a board game, or just sitting and watching TV
  • Adhere to N-Compass policies and procedures 

Key skills and abilities 

  • Ability to communicate and engage with Carers and their families 
  • Reliable, punctual, and non-judgemental
  • Positive attitude to working with individuals from different backgrounds
  • Compassionate, understanding and open-minded

Role-specific training provided

  • Safeguarding 
  • Sitting in service 
  • Orbis – our lone worker alert service to protect you while you volunteer 

Hours

This is a flexible role, typically 2 hours a week and usually agreed upon with the carer

Locations

Across Lancashire and Rochdale

Other

Volunteers are NOT required to administer medication or undertake personal care. We try to match you with a carer based on your interests and location. Before undertaking this role independently, we arrange a ‘match’ meeting to ensure you are comfortable with the carer and the person they are for

Our head office is a friendly environment and a hub of activity. The role of our office support volunteers is to assist the Volunteer Hub or indeed any other department at our office in Preston with a range of administrative tasks. Our volunteers provide us with a variety of assistance from organising mail shots and updating databases to generating creative ideas for activities and social media campaigns and everything in between, enabling us to provide the services we do. This important volunteer role makes a huge difference to N-Compass and the people we support, in addition to providing a rewarding experience for our volunteers.

Role requirements

  • Organised and good attention to detail
  • Confident with IT – Microsoft Office 
  • Knowledge of organisational systems, processes and databases is desirable
  • Adhere to N-Compass policies and procedures at all time

Key skills and abilities 

  • Adaptable 
  • Ability to listen, communicate and engage with staff
  • Reliable, punctual, and non-judgmental
  • Positive attitude towards working

Role specific training provided

  • GDPR
  • Safeguarding 

Hours

This is a flexible role and will depend on your availability 

Locations

Head Office – Preston

Our young carers’ services support young carers through one-to-one and group activities providing opportunities for peer support and giving young carers the chance to access respite from their caring role. Our volunteers support young carers to access activities by accompanying them in transport and providing any help to young carers who may need it.

Role Requirements

  • Able to commit to an agreed amount of time to support our Young Carer groups
  • Adhere to N-Compass policies and procedures at all time
  • Experience of working with young people

Key Skills and abilities

  • Ability to listen, communicate and engage with young carers 
  • Reliable, punctual, and non-judgemental
  • Positive attitude to working with individuals from different backgrounds
  • Compassion, understanding and open-minded 

 Role Specific training provided

  • Induction training
  • Safeguarding Training
  • Young carers training

Hours

  • 1 or 2 evenings/month 4pm-7pm dependant on location and availability.
  • 1 day/week in school holidays dependant on location and availability.

Location

Staffordshire, Rochdale and Warrington

Other

We will reimburse you for any travel expense, paid into your bank account each month. Other arrangements can be made if needed.

We believe everyone has something valuable to contribute. Our volunteering roles are as diverse as the people who give their time, spanning all levels of our organisation – from Trustees shaping our strategic direction to direct one-to-one support with service users. Every volunteer who joins us becomes a valued member of the N-Compass team.

The Hub ensures that volunteers receive comprehensive induction and training, fostering a supportive environment where they can thrive. This approach not only benefits the individuals and communities served by N-Compass but also offers volunteers opportunities to learn new skills, gain experience, and make meaningful contributions.

By coordinating these efforts, the Volunteer Hub plays a crucial role in enhancing the reach and impact of N-Compass’s services across England.

2025-26

Survey Results

100%of volunteers would recommend N-Compass as a great place to volunteer.
89%of volunteers understand how their volunteering contributes to our work.
89%of volunteers told us they are satisfied with the recognition & appreciation they receive for volunteering.
86%agreed the training and induction they received was useful and relevant to their role.
86%of volunteers said they feel proud to be part of N-Compass.
82%of volunteers said they were happy with the support they receive from the volunteering team.

Volunteer Feedback

I have been a volunteer for over 4 years and has played a big part in my progress as a counsellor.

I find N-Compass to be especially supportive towards their volunteers and keep them updated with training and other things.

There’s always support available when I need it.

Everyone is friendly and that makes the role so much easier.

I always tell people to volunteer for N-Compass as you always feel involved and valued.

They really do look after their volunteer and I feel appreciated.

Carers

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Advocacy

Advocacy is about standing up for your rights and ensuring your voice is heard

Wellbeing

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About Us

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Our Impact

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