Volunteer
We are very lucky to have a team of fantastic volunteers who contribute such a lot to our charity.
Find out more about some of our volunteers here.
If you are interested in volunteering, please complete the attached form.
If you are interested in volunteering with us as a Peer Support Volunteer please note our next training and recruitment cycle will take place in September 2026. Please feel free to complete the form to register your interest, and we will be in touch with you closer to that time with further details.
Frequently Asked Questions About Volunteering
How old do I need to be to volunteer?
At present all our volunteer roles are aged 18+
What types of volunteer roles are available?
Peer Support Volunteer – this role involves hosting our Online Peer Support Groups.
Charity Support Volunteer – we also offer various other volunteer opportunities such as social media support, administrative tasks, reviewing website content, event planning and campaigning.
How much time do I have to commit?
If you wish to become a Peer Support Volunteer and host our online support groups we would expect a regular commitment of 1 group per month, alongside an initial training period and any mandatory training ongoing.
Other roles might only require ad hoc commitment for the completion of a certain task, project or event. We try to make our roles as flexible as possible but do ask if you commit to a volunteering role that you honour that commitment. We are a small charity and there are costs involved when taking on new volunteers.
Can I volunteer if I receive benefits?
If you are receiving benefits, you can still volunteer but sometimes there are some rules you need to be aware of. It is always best to let your benefits advisor or job coach know that you are planning on volunteering.
Can I volunteer if I live outside the UK?
Yes
How do I apply for a volunteer role?
We have 2 different application forms.
If you wish to apply for a Peer Support Volunteer role please complete this form.
If you wish to find explore other volunteer roles please complete this form.
Will I receive an induction and training?
Yes. Once you have completed an application form a member of the PoTS UK team will be in touch to tell you more about the charity and discuss ways you could get involved. Please allow two weeks for a member of our team to contact you. They will also explain any induction or training requirements.
Not all volunteer roles require training but to become a Peer Support Volunteer there is mandatory training that needs to be completed before you can start your volunteering.
What equipment will I need?
Depending on the role you volunteer for you may need access to a computer/laptop and the internet. To become a Peer Support volunteer, you will need access to a device that you can use Zoom on and an internet connection at the time you host the groups.
How else can I give my time?
From sharing your story to fundraising there are lots of other ways to support PoTS UK if you cannot commit to volunteering at this time, find out other ways to support us here.
Do I need a PoTS Diagnosis to Volunteer?
No. We do tend to find that most of our volunteers either have PoTS or a friend or family member that has but we welcome anyone who is committed to helping us achieve our mission, vision and values.