Volunteering with us
Hospital based volunteering
Our dedicated volunteers serve at the Royal Victoria Infirmary, the Freeman Hospital and various community locations – being truly invaluable in providing support to patients and their families during their hospital stays.
From helping to navigate the hospital, delivering essential equipment to their homes, to assisting with mealtime services on the wards. Not only do they enhance our patients’ experience but their support lifts morale, helping staff feel valued and appreciated.
Volunteers are there to lend a helping hand to everyone who walks through our doors; there’s a role for everyone to make a difference!
Fundraising and events volunteering
Our incredible charity volunteers play a vital role in various capacities, from being retail assistants in our hospital shops to raising essential funds for our cause.
They also lend a hand at exciting fundraising events like the Great North Run – with their generosity truly helping us make a meaningful difference for Newcastle Hospitals and beyond!
Many of our volunteers choose to get involved to support their local community, to express their gratitude to hospital staff after receiving exceptional care, to enhance their personal and professional skills or to gain experience in a healthcare setting.
If you have any questions or want to learn more about our volunteering roles, please call our super friendly team on 0191 282 3307 or email us on: nuth.volunteer-recruitment@nhs.net.
Current volunteering opportunitiesBecome a volunteer
Our events team manages a wide range of projects from the iconic Great North Run and our very own NHC Presents Panel series to staff thank you events. No set hours or experience necessary – just bring your passion and willingness to help.
Are you:
- Passionate, dedicated and enthusiastic?
- Willing to give a little time to help patients, visitors and staff within Newcastle Hospitals community?
By volunteering, you will:
- Gain event experience
- Support causes directly impacting our wider communities
- Be part of a dynamic and friendly team
Please note: Volunteers must be at least 18 years of age unless otherwise stated.
Register your interest nowOur hospital-based volunteers play a vital role in supporting patients, visitors and staff across Newcastle Hospitals. From welcoming people at hospital entrances and providing wayfinding support, to spending time with patients and assisting on wards, our volunteers help create a warm and positive experience for everyone who visits our hospitals.
No previous experience is necessary – just bring your compassion, enthusiasm and willingness to make a difference.
Are you:
- Caring, friendly and approachable?
- Passionate about supporting patients, visitors and staff?
- Looking to give a little time back to your local hospital community?
By volunteering, you will:
- Make a meaningful difference to the patient experience
- Meet new people and become part of a supportive team
- Gain valuable skills and experience
- Improve your confidence and wellbeing
- Support one of the UK’s leading NHS Trusts and its charity
Please note: Volunteers must be at least 18 years of age unless otherwise stated and you will need to be able to commit to 3 to 4 hours per week minimum.
Current volunteering opportunitiesWhy volunteer?
Make a meaningful difference every day by becoming a volunteer with our charity, where your time and compassion directly enhance the experiences of patients, visitors, and staff across Newcastle Hospitals.
From supporting patients to improve their health and nutrition, encouraging gentle movement to aid mobility, and engaging in activities that boost wellbeing, to warmly guiding visitors so they feel confident navigating the hospital – every moment you give has real impact.