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Thank you for your interest in volunteering for Tŷ Hafan and taking the first steps in helping us to make a short life, a full life.

Our current Volunteer roles are outlined below. There is a huge range of ways you can volunteer for Tŷ Hafan, and it really doesn’t matter how much time you give. Every hour is precious and gratefully received.


Applying

Once you have found a role you like the sound of, you can apply by clicking the "fill in an application" button within the role description.

If you’re unsure about which role suits you best or if you’re currently short on time to complete an application form, you can express your interest in volunteering by filling out a brief form Here

If you are interested in a particular role, but would like to try it out before you commit to applying, please email volunteering@tyhafan.org or call 02920 532 254. We'll set up a trial or shadowing opportunity for you.

We warmly welcome applications from individuals with disabilities, diverse cultural backgrounds, and all walks of life.

Please let us know if you require any adjustments during the informal chat for your chosen role, and we will do our best to accommodate your needs.


Overseas Applications

Please note, while we at Tŷ Hafan pride ourselves on being inclusive of all individuals who wish to volunteer, we are not currently a sponsor license holder so we are not able to support any overseas VISA applications.


Useful Links

Ty Hafan's Volunteer Handbook

Volunteering FAQs - Ty Hafan

 

Head Office/Community Roles

Ad-Hoc Events

Ty Hafan Led Events:

If you are interested in helping out at any of these ad-hoc events, please submit your interest by emailing jodana.weekley@tyhafan.org. 

Date

Time

Event

Location

Volunteer Roles

Additional Information

20th February

5:30pm – 11:30pm

Ty Hafan Quiz

Depot, Cardiff

Welcome Hosts

Team hosts – allocated 5 tables to support and collect scores

Due to the autumn internationals, the quiz has been moved from November to February.

Parking available on site

Street food and bar open on site

9th March 2025

4:30pm – 8:30pm

Firewalk

Cardiff City Stadium

Welcome Hosts

Registration

Free parking on site
Refreshments available

           
           
           

 

Community Champion

Make a real difference to children in Wales with a life-shortening condition by becoming a Community Champion today!

Our Community Champions are an extension of our Fundraising team and act as representatives of Tŷ Hafan within their local community.

They are passionate about their cause and eager to share their knowledge and enthusiasm with others.

Supported by your local Regional Fundraiser, you will help us with various fundraising activities depending on your skills and confidence.

You will receive a full induction and ongoing training, as well as opportunities to meet other volunteers and have fun throughout the year.

We can't wait to welcome you!


Considerations:

Age requirement: 18+

Time commitment: Varied based on what you are able to do, but ideally, we would be looking for you to support for at least one day a month

Location: Across your local area


Activities include:

• Collecting and servicing donation boxes in your area and finding new places to place them;

• Helping out at bucket collections and other fundraising events throughout the year;

• Spreading the word about Tŷ Hafan's campaigns and events to your friends, family and contacts; 

• Sharing your passion for what we do with your community.

Desirable skills:
• Able to speak Welsh (not essential for all volunteers, but we welcome Welsh speakers);
• Confident and comfortable speaking in public;
• Familiar with using social media.


Ready to apply?

Click here to fill in an application form on your laptop/pc
Click here to complete an application form on your mobile phone/tablet


This role is purely voluntary and this arrangement is not a legally binding one or an employment contract.


Providing care and support is something we are only able to do because of the kindness and commitment of our wonderful staff, supporters and volunteers.

Events Volunteer

Do you love meeting new people and making a difference in your community? Are you looking for a fun and rewarding way to spend your time or use your skills and talents? If so, you might be the perfect person for our Events Volunteer Role!

As a charity, Tŷ Hafan organizes many fundraising events throughout the year and we are also represented at wider fundraising events across our communities.

These events include our very own Family Fun Day, sporting events, community bucket collections in exciting venues, and much more.

These events attract thousands of people who want to support our cause, but we also need people who can help us behind the scenes to make them happen!

That's where you come in..

By volunteering at an event, whether as a one-off or more regularly, you'll help us raise essential funds for children with life-shortening conditions and their families. You'll be making a huge difference.

Click here to view a full role description


Considerations:

Age Limit: 16+ (Under 18s to be accompanied by an adult)

Time Commitment: One off, long term, flexible, hours vary with each event


Activities include:

•  Event set up

•  Event registration

•  Bag drop/stall cover

•  Encourage, cheer on and motivate event participants

Marshalling

•  Handing out medals

•  Bucket collections

•  Support staff to deliver a safe event


Ready to apply?

Click here to fill in an application form on your laptop/pc
Click here to complete an application form on your mobile phone/tablet


This role is purely voluntary and this arrangement is not meant to be a legally binding one or an employment contract.


Providing care and support is something we are only able to do because of the kindness and commitment of our wonderful staff, supporters and volunteers.

Fill in an application

Retail Roles

Thank you for your interest in volunteering for Tŷ Hafan and taking the first steps in helping us to make a short life, a full life.

Our current Volunteer roles are outlined below. There is a huge range of ways you can volunteer for Tŷ Hafan, and it really doesn’t matter how much time you give. Every hour is precious and gratefully received.


Applying

Once you have found a role you like the sound of, you can apply by clicking the "fill in an application" button within the role description.

If you’re unsure about which role suits you best or if you’re currently short on time to complete an application form, you can express your interest in volunteering by filling out a brief form Here

If you are interested in a particular role, but would like to try it out before you commit to applying, please email volunteering@tyhafan.org or call 02920 532 254. We'll set up a trial or shadowing opportunity for you.

We warmly welcome applications from individuals with disabilities, diverse cultural backgrounds, and all walks of life.

Please let us know if you require any adjustments during the informal chat for your chosen role, and we will do our best to accommodate your needs.


Overseas Applications

Please note, while we at Tŷ Hafan pride ourselves on being inclusive of all individuals who wish to volunteer, we are not currently a sponsor license holder so we are not able to support any overseas VISA applications.


Useful Links

Ty Hafan's Volunteer Handbook

Volunteering FAQs - Ty Hafan

 

Retail Roles

Bridal Department Volunteer - Abergavenny & Whitchurch

Say ‘I Do’ to Volunteering in Our Bridal Department!

Help brides find their perfect dress and make their wedding day unforgettable, while raising funds for children with life-shortening conditions and their loved ones.

This opportunity is a great way to develop new skills or build on existing ones, and enjoy yourself at the same time.

Our shops generate funds that directly support the whole family, from care and therapeutic services for children, to emotional and practical support for families and siblings. 

Your role will help us continue providing vital care and support to Tŷ Hafan children and their families.



About our Abergavenny Shop:

Abergavenny is one of our newer shops, beautifully designed to showcase quirky and unique donations. It also features a famous formalwear and bridal room, offering a unique shopping experience.

Considerations:

Age requirement: 18+

Commitment:  flexible around your availability / customer appointments

Shifts will be discussed during your informal chat.

Background checks: We will ask you to provide us with the details of two referees.


Activities include:

Support the shop team by helping to manage bridal appointments;
Provide customers with information about our bridal wear;
Meet and host brides who have booked an appointment;
Get to know brides’ likes, dislikes and budget;
Select items that fulfil customers’ needs;
Assist with bridal fittings;
Follow store policies and procedure including payment and refund policy;
Ideally we would like support with bridal fayres and events;
Assist in providing social media content by gathering and sharing after sales feedback/ testimonials and photos;
Flexible availability to include Saturdays.

 

Ready to apply?

Click here to fill in an application form on your laptop/pc
Click here to complete an application form on your mobile phone/tablet


This role is purely voluntary and this arrangement is not meant to be a legally binding one or an employment contract.


Providing care and support is something we are only able to do because of the kindness and commitment of our wonderful staff, supporters and volunteers.

Fill in an application

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