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Learn new skills, connect with new people, and make a genuine contribution to your community.<\/p>\n
[\/et_pb_text][et_pb_button button_url=”https:\/\/www.volgistics.com\/appform\/147946123″ url_new_window=”on” button_text=”Apply to volunteer” admin_label=”Join link to spydus” _builder_version=”4.27.6″ _module_preset=”default” custom_button=”on” button_text_size=”20px” button_text_color=”#FFFFFF” button_bg_color=”#232459″ button_border_width=”2px” button_border_color=”#232459″ button_border_radius=”10px” button_font=”|800|||||||” button_icon=”$||divi||400″ button_on_hover=”off” custom_margin=”|||0px|false|false” custom_padding=”|||13px|false|false” locked=”off” global_colors_info=”{}” button_bg_color__hover_enabled=”on|hover” button_bg_color__hover=”RGBA(255,255,255,0)” button_bg_enable_color__hover=”on” custom_margin__hover_enabled=”on|hover” custom_margin__hover=”|0px|||false|false” button_text_color__hover_enabled=”on|hover” button_text_color__hover=”#037541″][\/et_pb_button][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][\/et_pb_section][et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” custom_padding=”0px||||false|false” da_disable_devices=”off|off|off” global_colors_info=”{}” da_is_popup=”off” da_exit_intent=”off” da_has_close=”on” da_alt_close=”off” da_dark_close=”off” da_not_modal=”on” da_is_singular=”off” da_with_loader=”off” da_has_shadow=”on”][et_pb_row _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” custom_margin=”0px||||false|false” custom_padding=”0px||||false|false” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_toggle title=”Caf\u00e9 volunteer (16+)” icon_color=”#EF3E6C” toggle_icon=”"||divi||400″ use_icon_font_size=”on” icon_font_size=”22px” open_icon_color=”#037541″ open_toggle_icon=”!||divi||400″ open_use_icon_font_size=”on” open_icon_font_size=”22px” _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” title_level=”h2″ title_font=”||||||||” title_font_size=”25px” body_font_size=”19px” body_line_height=”1.3em” body_link_font=”|800|||||||” body_link_text_color=”#922080″ body_link_font_size=”24px” border_color_all=”#D6D6D6″ global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\n
We are looking for volunteers to help provide refreshments and engage with visitors at the Voices caf\u00e9. This role is for a minimum of 6 months, working in partnership with the caf\u00e9 volunteers, library manager and other staff.<\/p>\n
Location(s)<\/strong> <\/p>\n [\/et_pb_toggle][et_pb_toggle title=”Compassionate Caf\u00e9 volunteer” icon_color=”#EF3E6C” toggle_icon=”"||divi||400″ use_icon_font_size=”on” icon_font_size=”22px” open_icon_color=”#037541″ open_toggle_icon=”!||divi||400″ open_use_icon_font_size=”on” open_icon_font_size=”22px” _builder_version=”4.27.5″ _module_preset=”default” title_level=”h2″ title_font=”||||||||” title_font_size=”25px” body_font_size=”19px” body_line_height=”1.3em” body_link_font=”|800|||||||” body_link_text_color=”#922080″ body_link_font_size=”24px” border_color_all=”#D6D6D6″ global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\n We are looking for volunteers to help out at our Compassionate Caf\u00e9.<\/p>\n The Compassionate Caf\u00e9 at Lowestoft Library takes place every other Friday morning during term time, and provides a safe place to talk about difficult subjects \u2013 grief, bereavement, illness, wills, choices, care, family \u2013 over a cup of tea.<\/p>\n We’re looking for volunteers who are good listeners and who can support people who are suffering from bereavement or need to discuss anything that involves end of life care and other difficult decisions.<\/p>\n If you would like more information, please contact Lowestoft Library by emailing lowestoft.library@suffolk.gov.uk<\/a> or phoning 01502 442810<\/a>.<\/p>\n Location(s)<\/strong> <\/p>\n [\/et_pb_toggle][et_pb_toggle title=”Dementia Group volunteer” icon_color=”#EF3E6C” toggle_icon=”"||divi||400″ use_icon_font_size=”on” icon_font_size=”22px” open_icon_color=”#037541″ open_toggle_icon=”!||divi||400″ open_use_icon_font_size=”on” open_icon_font_size=”22px” _builder_version=”4.27.6″ _module_preset=”default” title_level=”h2″ title_font=”||||||||” title_font_size=”25px” body_font_size=”19px” body_line_height=”1.3em” body_link_font=”|800|||||||” body_link_text_color=”#922080″ body_link_font_size=”24px” border_color_all=”#D6D6D6″ global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\n We are looking for volunteers to facilitate regular support groups in libraries which help people living with dementia and their careers.<\/p>\n It would be beneficial (but not essential) if you have an existing understanding of dementia and how it can affect those living with it.<\/p>\n Location(s)<\/strong> <\/p>\n [\/et_pb_toggle][et_pb_toggle title=”Friends Group volunteer” icon_color=”#EF3E6C” toggle_icon=”"||divi||400″ use_icon_font_size=”on” icon_font_size=”22px” open_icon_color=”#037541″ open_toggle_icon=”!||divi||400″ open_use_icon_font_size=”on” open_icon_font_size=”22px” _builder_version=”4.27.6″ _module_preset=”default” title_level=”h2″ title_font=”||||||||” title_font_size=”25px” body_font_size=”19px” body_line_height=”1.3em” body_link_font=”|800|||||||” body_link_text_color=”#922080″ body_link_font_size=”24px” border_color_all=”#D6D6D6″ global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\n Friends\u2019 group trustees are passionate about supporting their local library. They contribute ideas for fundraising and promotional events, activities and initiatives, and play an active role in making those ideas come to reality, hopefully having a lot of fun in the process!<\/p>\n They will work with their fellow trustees and the library manager to identify how best to spend the money they raise to improve and enhance the library and the services it provides.<\/p>\n Location(s)<\/strong> <\/p>\n [\/et_pb_toggle][et_pb_toggle title=”Garden volunteer” icon_color=”#EF3E6C” toggle_icon=”"||divi||400″ use_icon_font_size=”on” icon_font_size=”22px” open_icon_color=”#037541″ open_toggle_icon=”!||divi||400″ open_use_icon_font_size=”on” open_icon_font_size=”22px” _builder_version=”4.27.6″ _module_preset=”default” title_level=”h2″ title_font=”||||||||” title_font_size=”25px” body_font_size=”19px” body_line_height=”1.3em” body_link_font=”|800|||||||” body_link_text_color=”#922080″ body_link_font_size=”24px” hover_enabled=”0″ border_color_all=”#D6D6D6″ global_colors_info=”{}” sticky_enabled=”0″]<\/p>\n We are looking for enthusiastic volunteers to help maintain and enhance our library garden spaces, which are vital to the wellbeing of library users.<\/p>\n What’s involved:<\/strong><\/p>\n Working under the direction of the Library Manager and library staff, volunteers will help with:<\/p>\n In some spaces this may also include growing vegetables, sowing seeds or creating wildlife habitats or even helping others to learn new skills.<\/p>\n This role involves moderate physical effort and interacting with a variety of people of different ages and from different walks of life.<\/p>\n Location(s)<\/strong> <\/p>\n [\/et_pb_toggle][et_pb_toggle title=”General library volunteer” icon_color=”#EF3E6C” toggle_icon=”"||divi||400″ use_icon_font_size=”on” icon_font_size=”22px” open_icon_color=”#037541″ open_toggle_icon=”!||divi||400″ open_use_icon_font_size=”on” open_icon_font_size=”22px” _builder_version=”4.27.6″ _module_preset=”default” title_level=”h2″ title_font=”||||||||” title_font_size=”25px” body_font_size=”19px” body_line_height=”1.3em” body_link_font=”|800|||||||” body_link_text_color=”#922080″ body_link_font_size=”24px” border_color_all=”#D6D6D6″ global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\n We are looking for volunteers to support the library manager and staff with the day-to-day running of our community library spaces.<\/p>\n What’s invovled:<\/strong><\/p>\n Working under the direction of the Library Manager or key staff, volunteers will:<\/p>\n Preferred qualities & skills:<\/strong><\/p>\n We are looking for volunteers who are:<\/p>\n Please note: This role involves regular lifting, carrying, and bending. Manual handling training will be provided.<\/em><\/p>\n Location(s)<\/strong> <\/p>\n [\/et_pb_toggle][et_pb_toggle title=”Get Connected volunteer (18+)” icon_color=”#EF3E6C” toggle_icon=”"||divi||400″ use_icon_font_size=”on” icon_font_size=”22px” open_icon_color=”#037541″ open_toggle_icon=”!||divi||400″ open_use_icon_font_size=”on” open_icon_font_size=”22px” _builder_version=”4.27.6″ _module_preset=”default” title_level=”h2″ title_font=”||||||||” title_font_size=”25px” body_font_size=”19px” body_line_height=”1.3em” body_link_font=”|800|||||||” body_link_text_color=”#922080″ body_link_font_size=”24px” border_color_all=”#D6D6D6″ global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\n We are looking for volunteers who are confident in using digital technology (including devices and software) to facilitate IT support sessions in libraries.<\/p>\n What’s involved:<\/strong><\/p>\n Working under the direction of the Library Manager and library staff, volunteers will:<\/p>\n As you will be working with sensitive information and potentially vulnerable adults, this role will require a DBS check and both safeguarding and GDPR training which will be provided.<\/p>\n Location(s)<\/strong> <\/p>\n [\/et_pb_toggle][et_pb_toggle title=”Home Education volunteer” icon_color=”#EF3E6C” toggle_icon=”"||divi||400″ use_icon_font_size=”on” icon_font_size=”22px” open_icon_color=”#037541″ open_toggle_icon=”!||divi||400″ open_use_icon_font_size=”on” open_icon_font_size=”22px” _builder_version=”4.27.6″ _module_preset=”default” title_level=”h2″ title_font=”||||||||” title_font_size=”25px” body_font_size=”19px” body_line_height=”1.3em” body_link_font=”|800|||||||” body_link_text_color=”#922080″ body_link_font_size=”24px” border_color_all=”#D6D6D6″ global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\n We are looking for volunteers to help deliver ideas for activities and work with the library manager to support in running the home educators group.<\/p>\n Please note: Volunteers will need to be able bodied enough to use the stairs and lift and carry items.<\/p>\n What’s involved:<\/strong><\/p>\n Preferred qualities & skills:<\/strong><\/p>\n Location(s)<\/strong> <\/p>\n [\/et_pb_toggle][et_pb_toggle title=”Home Library Service volunteer (18+)” icon_color=”#EF3E6C” toggle_icon=”"||divi||400″ use_icon_font_size=”on” icon_font_size=”22px” open_icon_color=”#037541″ open_toggle_icon=”!||divi||400″ open_use_icon_font_size=”on” open_icon_font_size=”22px” _builder_version=”4.27.6″ _module_preset=”default” title_level=”h2″ title_font=”||||||||” title_font_size=”25px” body_font_size=”19px” body_line_height=”1.3em” body_link_font=”|800|||||||” body_link_text_color=”#922080″ body_link_font_size=”24px” border_color_all=”#D6D6D6″ global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\n We are looking for people to help discuss and deliver books to customers who are unable to visit their local library due to health or mobility issues.<\/p>\n What’s involved:<\/strong><\/p>\n Preferred qualities and skills:<\/strong><\/p>\n Location(s)<\/strong> <\/p>\n [\/et_pb_toggle][et_pb_toggle title=”Time Out volunteer” icon_color=”#EF3E6C” toggle_icon=”"||divi||400″ use_icon_font_size=”on” icon_font_size=”22px” open_icon_color=”#037541″ open_toggle_icon=”!||divi||400″ open_use_icon_font_size=”on” open_icon_font_size=”22px” _builder_version=”4.27.5″ _module_preset=”default” title_level=”h2″ title_font=”||||||||” title_font_size=”25px” body_font_size=”19px” body_line_height=”1.3em” body_link_font=”|800|||||||” body_link_text_color=”#922080″ body_link_font_size=”24px” border_color_all=”#D6D6D6″ global_colors_info=”{}”]We are looking for volunteers to help out with our Time Out group for over 55s.<\/p>\n Time Out takes place every Tuesday afternoon at Lowestoft Library and offers a welcoming space for older adults to chat, make friends, and enjoy games together.<\/p>\n We are looking for someone who can bring fresh ideas for our activity programme and can organise guest speaker visits.<\/p>\n If you would like more information, please contact Lowestoft Library by emailing lowestoft.library@suffolk.gov.uk<\/a> or phoning 01502 442810<\/a>.<\/p>\n
Gainsborough Community Library<\/p>\nApply online<\/a><\/h3>\n
Lowestoft Library<\/p>\nApply online<\/a><\/h3>\n
Ipswich County Library<\/p>\nApply online<\/a><\/h3>\n
Broomhill Library, Capel St Mary Library, Great Cornard Library, Haverhill Library, Kesgrave Library, Leiston Library, Moreton Hall Library, Newmarket Library, Oulton Broad Library, Saxmundham Library, Sudbury Library, Woodbridge Library.<\/p>\nApply online<\/a><\/h3>\n
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Bungay Community Library, Great Cornard Library, Lowestoft Library.<\/p>\nApply online<\/a><\/h3>\n
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Wickham Market Library.<\/p>\nApply online<\/a><\/h3>\n
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Haverhill Library, Kesgrave Library, Lakenheath Library, Lavenham Library, Leiston Library, Newmarket Library, Sudbury Library.<\/p>\nApply online<\/a><\/h3>\n
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Framlingham Library.<\/p>\nApply online<\/a><\/h3>\n
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Capel St Mary Library, Framlingham Library, Ipswich County Library, Lowestoft Library, Sudbury Library.<\/p>\nApply online<\/a><\/h3>\n