Support for Student Volunteers
This is your place to discover new skills, make an impact, and get recognised for everything you do as a student volunteer.
Meet Phe, our Volunteering & Skills Coordinator 👋
I’m here to help you find the right volunteering opportunities, develop your skills and celebrate the amazing work you do. I was a student volunteer myself, so I understand how valuable, and fun, volunteering can be.If you want advice, support, or just a chat about where to start, I’m always happy to help.
Why volunteer?
- Skill development: Build confidence, leadership, teamwork, communication skills and more.
- Recognition: Earn digital badges, certificates, and count your hours towards the Bristol PLUS Award.
- Real-world experience: Boost your CV and stand out to future employers.
- Connection: Meet new people and get involved in Bristol’s amazing volunteering community.
Get Recognition for Volunteering
🎖️ Bristol PLUS Award
Use your volunteering hours towards the Bristol PLUS Award which is officially recognised on your degree transcript and it’s celebrated at graduation!
🎖️ Outstanding PLUS Award
Gone above and beyond? Nominate yourself for the Outstanding PLUS Award to celebrate your impact.
🎖️ Introducing our Bristol SU Volunteering Badges
Our digital Volunteering Badges recognise your time and skills. Upload them straight to your CV or LinkedIn, once you have evidenced to us that you have been volunteering.
Badge Criteria:
- 🥉 Bronze: 10 hours
- 🥈 Silver: 50 hours + 250 words on 1 skill
- 🥇 Gold: 100 hours + 250 words on 2 skills
You can use the same volunteering hours for each award as you work your way through the badges, starting at Bronze!
Ready to apply?
Apply for a badgeIf you need help, get in contact with the team, where you can schedule a call, ask questions or meet for a chat.
Volunteering as a Student Group
If your student group is interested in volunteering, we’re here to support you too. Whether you want to join an existing project or create your own, we can help you plan an activity that benefits both the community and your student group members.
The key thing to remember is, try and create a volunteering opportunity that is relevant to your group. More members will come if the activity aligns with their shared interests!
Group Accreditation
Volunteering contributes to Criteria 17 of Bristol SU Group Accreditation. Aim for Gold to show current and future members that you’re committed to delivering an awesome student experience.
Get in touch with the Bristol SU Volunteering Team
Send an email to our Volunteering and Skills Coordinator, who is here to help with your application or provide a role template.
