Why volunteer with CYZ

There are many reasons that people give for volunteering and we recognise that it is an exchange. In return for the skills and knowledge you will bring to the organisation we aim to ensure that volunteering with Carlisle Youth Zone will be a positive experience for you.

Here are some of the proven benefits

Volunteering can be a way of:

Gaining new skills, knowledge and experience
Developing existing skills and knowledge
Enhancing a CV
Improving your employment prospects

Or perhaps you want to get involved for social reasons such as:

Meeting new people
Making new friends
A chance to socialise and have fun
Getting to know the local community

On top of this, many people volunteer for a variety of other reasons:

A desire to make a difference to the lives of others
Helping others less fortunate or without a voice
Gaining confidence and self-esteem
Feeling part of a team
Feeling valued
Having quality time away from work or a busy lifestyle

Carlisle Youth Zone will be reliant on people like you who are willing to offer their time as a volunteer to support our work with the young people of Carlisle and the surrounding area. Whether you can give a couple of hours a week or a longer commitment, your contribution will be valued and appreciated.

As a volunteer with Carlisle Youth Zone you can expect:

To be treated fairly and with respect and courtesy
An induction and a comprehensive training package
Role/task descriptions and policies related to that role
A Volunteer Agreement detailing expectations for your role
Ongoing support and supervision
Opportunities for further training and development
Recognition and thanks
A mechanism to feedback on your volunteer experience

Carlisle Youth Zone recognises the significant role that volunteers play in supporting us to achieve our strategic targets and has developed a volunteer policy that reflects this commitment.

How to apply:

Please download and complete all sections of the CYZ Volunteer Application Form, you can either print the form and complete by hand or complete online by clicking and typing in the text areas. Please click here to download the application form: Volunteer Application Form

For more information on volunteering please contact Julia Mullarkey on 01228 516280.