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Volunteer With Us!

At CamSight, we value the incredible contributions of our volunteers. Whether you’re helping with our groups, activities, driving, or befriending, your support makes a real difference. We’re always excited to welcome new volunteers or hear from our existing team who might want to explore new opportunities.

If you have some spare time and would like to join our dedicated team of volunteers, supporting people living with low vision and blindness across Cambridgeshire and Peterborough, we’d love to hear from you. Or, if you’re already a volunteer and interested in trying something new, let’s have a chat.

To apply, simply fill out our Volunteer Expression of Interest Form and we’ll be in touch to discuss opportunities and answer any questions. 

View our current volunteer roles below: 

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Befriender

Offer companionship and provide support to access social opportunities. You’ll speak regularly on the phone, visit people at home or meet in the community, building meaningful connections whilst reducing isolation and loneliness. 

Key Responsibilities:

· Regular social visits or telephone calls.
· Fostering trust and building relationships.
· Following organisational policies.

Find out more about the social befriending role and telephone befriending role.

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Peer Support Group Assistant

Help out at our monthly peer support groups held across Cambridgeshire and Peterborough. These groups are an opportunity to share information, hear guest speakers, and offer support to one another. 

Key Responsibilities:

· Assist with setting up the group.
· Create a friendly and welcoming atmosphere.
· Help prepare and serve refreshments.

Find out more about the assistant role.

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Volunteer Driver

If you enjoy driving and meeting new people, this is the perfect role for you! From just 2–4 hours a month, you can help our service users by providing transport to and from groups or activities. 

Key Responsibilities:

· Collect and drop off service users.
· Ensure a positive and friendly experience during transport.

Find out more about the driver role.

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Fundraiser

We are looking for enthusiastic people to help us raise vital funds by getting involved in a wide range of activities – from community events and charity concerts to bucket collections and more. A flexible, friendly role where you can make a real difference.

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Lived Experience Network Supporter (LENS)

Help improve services for people with sight loss by sharing your experiences and feedback. This flexible, voluntary role involves attending occasional meetings (online or in person) and supporting accessibility and inclusion across Cambridgeshire.

Find out more about the LENS role.

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Trustee

We are looking for committed Trustees to help guide our strategy, uphold strong governance, and support the leadership team. No previous trustee experience is required, as full induction and training are provided. The role is voluntary, with expenses reimbursed, and involves attending four board meetings per year.

Find out more about the Trustee role.

Get in Touch!

If you’re interested in any of the above volunteering roles or you'd like to explore new opportunities, contact us today: email [email protected] or call Zoe, Senior Volunteer Coordinator, on 07415 335779, for an informal chat.


Join us in making a difference – together we can help people with low vision and blindness live the lives they choose.
 

Published: 20th February, 2018

Updated: 23rd April, 2026

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