Join our team as a FrithSpace Community Volunteer
- Do you enjoy being surrounded by people?
- Do you delight in giving someone a smile or a little chat – hopefully making their day?
If you enjoy representing a charity and discussing our work with people, volunteering for Hopian’s Frith Space in Rotherham town centre is a great opportunity!
Hopian’s vibrant community café and activities hub, Frith Space, is a place for people of all ages. It offers a range of ongoing activities, workshops, and groups to foster strong community connections, and a relaxed place where people can enjoy a light bite, meet up with friends, and more.
Your volunteering support would be at the heart of our work – helping us sustain vital services and build a vibrant, inclusive community.
As a Frith Space Volunteer, you will help create a welcoming and inclusive community space. You will support the café, store, Hobby room, craft room and community activities, helping visitors feel valued while contributing to Hopian’s charitable work.
Tasks & Activities
May include, amongst others….
- Welcome customers and visitors, helping to create a friendly and inclusive café environment.
- Assist staff with general café tasks as required.
- Prepare food and drinks where appropriate, following relevant training resources.
- Assist customers with enquiries and provide information about products and activities.
- Help set up and clear away activities, events, and community groups.
- Welcome participants and encourage involvement in activities.
- Engage with visitors through initiatives such as Chatty Café and quizzes while maintaining clear and appropriate boundaries.
- Support and help facilitate community events and workshops.
- Act as a positive ambassador for Hopian and Frith Space.
What you can expect from us
At Hopian, we recognise that volunteers are at the heart of what we do. We are committed to ensuring volunteers feel valued, respected, and supported through:
- Regular encouragement and feedback.
- Recognition of achievements and milestones.
- Opportunities to share ideas and concerns.
- Ongoing personal development and learning opportunities.
- A welcoming, inclusive, and supportive volunteering environment.
To recognise your contribution, Hopian can provide a reference following a formal request from an external organisation, confirming your volunteer role, length of service and hours completed.
Hopian/Frith Space is committed to ensuring every volunteer feels valued, supported and able to make a meaningful difference in their community.
Read more, download the full role description: Frith Space Volunteer Role Description (.pdf)
What we ask for…
Minimum commitment of 2 hours per shift.
Regular weekly sessions arranged in advance.
Flexible opportunities may be available depending on volunteer availability and service needs.
Benefits of the Role
Travel to and from Frith Space is reimbursed.
Parking reimbursed.
Free standard hot drink during volunteer hours at Frithspace.
Opportunities to gain new skills, experience, and confidence.
Make a positive difference by helping Hopian provide vital services for local people.
Apply today and join our great team!
Please visit our volunteer application portal (click here) to apply to become a Frith Space Volunteer.
Important Information
We are committed to removing barriers to participation wherever possible. Many aspects of this role are flexible and can be adapted — please let us know how we can support you.