Thank you so much for your interest in volunteering with Newcastle Hospitals Charity!
We are so proud of our community of volunteers – we couldn’t do what we do without them.
Whether you’re able to volunteer some time in the shop in the Freeman Hospital (which raises important funds for our Charity!), or at a Charity event (like the Great North Run), your kindness will help us to make a difference for Newcastle Hospitals and beyond.
We welcome volunteers from all walks of life, whether you’re a student looking to get some extra experience, or you’re retired and looking to give back to your local community.
Please note: Volunteers must be at least 18 years of age unless otherwise stated.
Current Vacancies
Great North Run Volunteers
Various, Sunday 11th September 2022
Shifts: Varied
In September, we will be celebrating our brilliant Great North Runners at the Newcastle Hospitals Charity marquee and our dedicated charity cheer point along the route of the world’s biggest half marathon! We’re looking for enthusiastic and friendly volunteers to work in a number of roles throughout the day, to support our runners in ways they will truly appreciate.
Positions Available
• Marquee volunteer – As a marquee volunteer you will be one of the first friendly faces our runners will see when they have completed their run! You will be able to offer them a drink, snack, and congratulate them for their efforts and they will truly thank you for it.
• Cheer point volunteer – Our cheer point will be along the Great North Run route. Your job will be to cheer on all the runners, especially our runners when you see their vests and cheer their names. I can’t describe how much this support is appreciated, so we will make our cheer point one big party with as much noise and cheering as we can muster as a team.
• Sports massage volunteer – This year we are looking for trained sports massage therapist/physiotherapist support, to help our runners loosen their muscles after their run. We would ask that these volunteers provide their own plinths and materials in this role if possible, but please get in touch if you have any questions regarding this.
Your support will help create lasting memories for our runners.
Charity Retail Assistants
Freeman Shop , Freeman Hospital, NE7 7DN
Shifts: Mondays – Sundays, 10.00am-1.00pm, 1.00pm-4.00pm or 4.00pm-7.00pm
We have an exciting opportunity for volunteers to support the day-to-day operations of the shop, help to promote the charity products on offer and to create a pleasant shopping experience for patients, visitors and staff.
You’ll need to have a friendly personality and good communication and listening skills. This is an ideal opportunity if you want to make new friends and develop your skills and experience in a hospital and retail environment
Experience of working in retail/customer service would be an advantage but is not essential as training and support will be given.
Please note: You should be able to commit to at least one 3 hour shift a week, for a minimum of 6 months.
Charity Retail Assistants
Freeman Shop , Freeman Hospital, NE7 7DN
Shifts: Mondays – Sundays, 10.00am-1.00pm, 1.00pm-4.00pm or 4.00pm-7.00pm
We have an exciting opportunity for volunteers to support the day-to-day operations of the shop, help to promote the charity products on offer and to create a pleasant shopping experience for patients, visitors and staff.
You’ll need to have a friendly personality and good communication and listening skills. This is an ideal opportunity if you want to make new friends and develop your skills and experience in a hospital and retail environment
Experience of working in retail/customer service would be an advantage but is not essential as training and support will be given.
Please note: You should be able to commit to at least one 3 hour shift a week, for a minimum of 6 months.
Charity Retail Assistants
Pop-Up Shop , Royal Victoria Infirmary (RVI), NE1 4LP
Shifts: Mondays – Fridays, 9.30am-1.30pm, 1.00pm-4.30pm
We are looking to recruit friendly and approachable people to volunteer in the pop-up shop located in the main foyer of the Great North Children’s Hospital, RVI. This shop helps to support our fund, The Great North Children’s Hospital Foundation.
Previous retail experience would be beneficial, but is not essential as training and support will be provided. You’ll be responsible for maintaining the smooth running of the pop-up shop, welcoming customers, managing payment and ensuring that the displays are topped up and look attractive.
Please note: You should be able to commit to at least one 3 .5 hour shift a week, for a minimum of 6 months.
Charity Retail Assistants
Charlie Bear Shop , Freeman Hospital, NE7 7DN
Shifts: Mondays – Fridays, between 10.00am and 3.30pm
We are looking to recruit friendly and approachable people to volunteer in the Charlie Bear Shop, located in the Northern Centre for Cancer Care at the Freeman Hospital.
Previous retail experience would be beneficial, but is not essential as training and support will be provided. You’ll be responsible for maintaining the smooth running of the shop, welcoming customers, managing payment and ensuring that the displays are topped up and look attractive.
You may also be asked to help out with orders for the online shop, such as picking orders, labelling and ensuring they are ready to be dispatched and taking postal orders to post room if needed.
Please note: You should be able to commit to 2 – 4 hours a week, for a minimum of 6 months.
As you may have seen in Channel 4’s documentary series, Geordie Hospital – we’re a friendly bunch! Please don’t hesitate to get in touch if you have any questions. Just drop us an email or give us a call on 0191 213 7235.
How Your Support Helps
Newcastle Hospitals Charity is the home of The Sir Bobby Robson Foundation and the Great North Children’s Hospital Foundation.
