Current Positions

Explore the volunteer opportunities below and find a role that’s right for you. From helping the environment to supporting your community, there’s something for everyone. Check out the roles and get involved!

PS: Job hunting while volunteering? Just let the organisation know. They'll understand – and it helps them place you in a role that's more flexible or easier to cover if you get work. That way, you can still help out without stress, they can plan ahead, and they'll really appreciate your honesty.
Current volunteer positions

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English Language Partners Waikato
Cambridge, Hamilton, Te Awamutu

ESOL Home Tutor Volunteer

Join English Language Partners as a Home Tutor and make a difference in the Waikato community. Through our training program, you'll learn how to provide free English lessons to former refugees and migrants, helping them navigate daily life in New Zealand
Tutoring Both/Flexible
New Zealand Red Cross – Midland Area
Te Awamutu

Volunteer Retail Assistant – Te Awamutu

As a volunteer retail assistant, you’ll help create a welcoming environment for our customers. You’ll do day-to-day tasks that help the shop run smoothly, and serve customers in a friendly, professional way.
Retail Both/Flexible
Department of Corrections : Waikeria Prison
Te Awamutu

Te Reo Māori Tutor – Waikeria Prison (Te Awamutu)

Support the rehabilitation of tāne at Waikeria Prison by sharing your passion for Te Reo Māori. Run one weekly or fortnightly session, help learners build confidence and cultural connection, and have a positive impact. Car required to reach the site.
Tutoring Both/Flexible
Waikato/Bay of Plenty Cancer Society
Hamilton, Te Awamutu

Cancer Support Volunteer Driver – Hamilton & Te Awamutu

This special role supports people undergoing cancer treatment by driving them to and from Waikato Hospital and other medical centres. You’ll collect clients from home, take them to appointments, and return them safely once treatment is complete.
Driving Working Hours
GirlGuiding New Zealand
Te Awamutu

GirlGuiding Youth Leaders – Te Awamutu

Join GirlGuiding in Te Awamutu as a volunteer leader! Help give girls & young women the chance to grow in confidence, resilience, & a strong sense of identity. Around 3 hours a week for meetings, planning, & occasional events. Flexible options available
Youth & Children Evenings/Weekends
Kia Puāwai
Cambridge, Hamilton, Home Based, Huntly, Kāwhia, Kihikihi, Matamata, Morrinsville, Ngāruawāhia, Ngatea, Ōhaupō, Ōtorohanga, Paeroa, Pirongia, Putaruru, Raglan, Te Aroha, Te Awamutu, Te Kauwhata, Te Kuiti, Thames, Tirau, Tokoroa

Foster Caregiver – Waikato

Do you have the space in your heart and home to care for rangatahi and make a difference in their life? Join the Kia Puāwai whānau by becoming a caregiver - this is a hugely rewarding role!
Youth & Children Both/Flexible
Department of Corrections : Waikeria Prison
Te Awamutu

Volunteer NZSL Instructor – Waikeria Prison

Volunteer at Waikeria Prison to lead beginner NZSL sessions for a small group of men. Help participants learn signs, basic phrases, and practical communication skills to share with their families. Full orientation and guidance are provided.
Tutoring Both/Flexible
Department of Corrections : Waikeria Prison
Te Awamutu

Exercise Instructor – Waikeria Prison (Te Awamutu)

We are seeking an enthusiastic individual to join our volunteer team at Waikeria and work along side our more mature residents, running strong, safe and stable sessions to keep the team active and support their overall wellbeing.
Health & Medical Working Hours
Rural Youth and Adult Literacy Trust
Te Awamutu

Literacy Ambassador – Te Awamutu

Become a Literacy Ambassador in Te Awamutu. Connect with your neighbours, raise awareness of free literacy support, and help people build confidence and skills. Flexible, rewarding, and open to anyone passionate about supporting their community.
Promotion Both/Flexible