Volunteer with Time & Talents!
Share your time and talents
For 136 years, local people have shared their time and talents to help their fellow community members in Rotherhithe and Bermondsey. We strongly believe that everybody has something to give. Volunteers are crucial to all of our work, and have always made an enormous contribution to Time & Talents. We were set up by volunteers in 1887, and their legacy continues to be at the heart of what we do.
Befriending Volunteers
As a Befriending Volunteer, you’ll offer regular companionship to an older person who may be feeling isolated, either through home visits or friendly phone calls. These simple, consistent connections can have a huge impact, helping people feel valued, listened to, and less alone.
We’re always looking for local volunteers of all ages who can give one hour a week to build a supportive relationship with an older person living in Rotherhithe or Bermondsey. Full training, matching, and ongoing support are provided, and no previous experience is needed, just reliability, empathy, and a willingness to listen.
When: Flexible, whenever you are free
Where: Rotherhithe & Bermondsey
Cycling Without Age Volunteers
Our Cycling Without Age project offers older people the chance to enjoy free trishaw cycle rides in local green spaces, helping them get outdoors, stay connected, and enjoy the simple pleasure of a shared ride. As a volunteer, you’ll use a specially designed trishaw to take passengers out for gentle cycles, chatting along the way and helping create moments of joy, connection and independence. This role is ideal for confident cyclists who enjoy meeting people and want to make a positive difference through movement, conversation and fresh air. Full training and support are provided.
When: Flexible whenever you are free, we take a break during the winter period
Where: Time & Talents, Rotherhithe
Requirements: Must be a confident cyclist
Corporate Volunteering
Corporate volunteering is a great way to bring your team together while making a meaningful contribution to a small, local charity like Time & Talents. Our dedicated corporate volunteering programme is designed to make the experience rewarding, well-organised, and genuinely impactful for everyone involved.
We support your team throughout the process, from planning and preparation to guidance on the day itself. Volunteers are fully briefed and supported during activities, ensuring they feel confident, included, and able to contribute in a way that benefits both our community and your team.
When: During our community events throughout the year
Where: Time & Talents, Rotherhithe
Marketing & Comms Volunteer (Role filled)
Our Marketing & Communications Volunteer helps share the stories, activities, and impact of Time & Talents with the wider community. This role is perfect for someone interested in communications, marketing, or copywriting. You might help with sharing newsletters, flyering, supporting social media, updating our website, or writing short pieces about what’s happening at Time & Talents. This is a great opportunity to build experience, confidence, and a portfolio while helping more people discover and connect with our community.
When: Fridays between 9am and 5pm for 3 – 4 hours
Where: Time & Talents, Rotherhithe
Requirements: Must be very comfortable using a computer and software
Community Garden Volunteers
Enjoy some fresh air while helping care for our community garden. Whether you love gardening or are keen to learn, you’ll be involved in planting, watering, pruning and harvesting, with plenty of chatting, tea-drinking and pottering along the way. Training and lunch is provided.
When: Tuesdays and/or Fridays 10:30am – 1pm
Where: Time & Talents, Rotherhithe
How to apply
All you need to do is click on the button below and fill in the application form. We’ll be in touch!