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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Te Awamutu

All Towns All Towns Benneydale Cambridge Colville Coromandel Hahei Hamilton Home Based Huntly Kāwhia Kihikihi Mangakino Matamata Meremere Morrinsville Ngāruawāhia Ngatea Ōhaupō Other Ōtorohanga Paeroa Pauanui Piopio Pirongia Pōkeno Port Waikato Putaruru Raglan Tairua Taumarunui Taupiri Taupō Te Aroha Te Awamutu Te Kauwhata Te Kuiti Thames Tirau Tokoroa Tuakau Turangi Waihī Whangamatā Whitianga

Both/Flexible

Any Hours Evenings/Weekends Working Hours
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

Respite 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
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
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
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
New Zealand Red Cross – Te Awamutu Shop
Te Awamutu

Red Cross Shop Volunteer – Te Awamutu

Calling all Te Awamutu locals! If you live in TA or close by & want to help out in your community, our Red Cross Shop needs you. Flexible shifts, fun tasks, new skills, and a chance to join a friendly team.
Retail Both/Flexible
Age Concern Waikato
Cambridge, Huntly, Kihikihi, Matamata, Morrinsville, Ngāruawāhia, Ōhaupō, Ōtorohanga, Putaruru, Raglan, Taupiri, Te Aroha, Te Awamutu, Te Kauwhata, Te Kuiti, Tirau

Brighten An Older Friends Day – Rural Waikato

Brighten an older person's world through regular interaction! We coordinate caring volunteers who are keen to spend time with older people to reduce social isolation. We have volunteer opportunities available across the region..
Companionship Both/Flexible