Volunteering Opportunities

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

Charity Retail Assistants: Great North Children’s Hospital Pop-Up Shop, Royal Victoria Infirmary (RVI), NE1 4LP

Shifts available:

• Tuesdays 11am – 2pm
• Wednesdays 11am – 2pm, 1pm – 4pm
• Thursdays 11am – 2pm
• Fridays 11am – 2pm, 1pm – 4pm

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 hour shift a week, for a minimum of 6 months.

Charity Retail Assistants: Retail shop, The Freeman Hospital, NE7 7DN

Shifts available:

• Mondays 1pm – 4pm, 4pm-7pm
• Wednesdays 4pm – 7pm
• Saturdays 10am-1pm

We are looking to recruit friendly and approachable people to volunteer in the retail shop on level two of the Freeman Hospital – along the corridor from the main entrance.

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. The 1pm – 4pm shifts also include restocking the shop from the stock room.

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: Charlie Bear Shop , Freeman Hospital, NE7 7DN

Currently no vacancies for this shop

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.