Volunteer with the Shelter Trust

Volunteer with the Shelter Trust by helping us support our Island’s homeless community

At Shelter, we are looking for volunteers to assist with a variety of meaningful and important tasks across our sites and in the community.  If you are able to spare a few hours a week or a month, your contribution will make a real impact.

We are seeking volunteers for the following:

• Collecting and Delivering Donations: Help gather, sort and distribute much-needed donations of clothes, food, and essentials to those in need, within Shelter sites and in the community.
• Gardening: Assist in creating and maintaining welcoming outdoor spaces at our sites, providing a peaceful and positive environment for service users to enjoy.
• Arts & Craft Activities: Lead creative workshops for residents.
• Sharing a Skill: Whether this is playing an instrument, tech support, or any other skill you can share.
• Transport Assistance: Helping to transport service users to appointments.
• Fundraising Support: Helping to organise campaigns or events and coordinate donation drives.
• Job Preparation Training: Supporting service users prepare CVs, practical interview skills and job search assistance.
• Minor Repairs and Maintenance: Helping with basic maintenance tasks across our sites.
• Social Activities: For example, organising a quiz and/or card games night.
• Wellbeing Activities: Yoga classes or other fitness session catering for all ages and fitness abilities.

By offering a variety of tasks, Shelter’s volunteers can contribute to the well-being of those experiencing homelessness in a meaningful way.

What We Offer:

• A chance to make a tangible difference to the lives of our service users.
• Flexible volunteering hours to suit your schedule.
• The opportunity to gain valuable experience.
• A friendly and supportive team environment.

Who We're Looking For:

• Volunteers that are non-judgmental, empathetic and good listeners.
• No prior experience is necessary—just a willingness to learn and make a positive impact.
• Availability to share skills and time.

To find out more information, please contact Rozanne Thomas, Volunteer Coordinator: admin@shelter.org.je or call 608 948.

In addition to references, volunteers are required to complete an Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS/police check).  Please note that Shelter will cover the costs of the DBS check.