an INSPIRING youth charity
Volunteer Opportunities
Volunteers are a big part of making The Rock a success, without people giving tirelessly their time and energy to the things we do The Rock would not be able to run. If you would like to consider joining The Rock team please see below the groups and opportunities available;
Day Times
Our daytime work (Monday – Friday) is with a number of difference agencies and education providers, who work with young people aged 9 upwards. This work includes a range of activities from sports, art and crafts to media workshops. All of our volunteers are a big part of supporting each tailored project. A typical day is split into two sessions, starting from 09:00 and running to 14:30.
Monday Evening
Space 51 is for young people in school years 8 - 13, who are making tough decisions with their G.C.S.E choices and future plans. The evening is shaped and created by the young people. Activities could include music, cookery, drama, dancing, film nights, console games, sports and much more.
Doors open at 7.00-8.30pm
Tuesday Evening
Tuesday Night Transition (TNT) is for young people (school years 5-7) preparing to leave Primary School and settle into Secoundary School life. These evenings have been a great success with the young people voting on which activities take place e.g. girls and guys nights when the group separates into the two buildings and enjoy time out in a same gender group.
Door open at 6.00-7.30pm
Wednesday Evening
On a Wednesday evening, we have our Archery club for school years 6-11, offering the opportunity to learn new skills with our qualified Archery coaches. Sessions run from 6pm-7:30pm.
Thursday Evening
FRESH is a new youth club that is a safe, fun and supportive space for local young people who may not connect with other youth activities.
It is a great mix of sports and creative activities with young people having their say on the activities.FRESH is a part of the detached youth project and funded by Cheltenham Borough Council, No Child Left Behind, Gloucestershire NHS and the Office of Police and Crime Commissioner.
Open: 6.00pm – 7.30pm
Activate Holiday Project
During the summer holidays, The Rock runs its holiday summer project, for young people for school years 5+; offering young people opportunities to try a variety of activities including, multi-sports, cooking, Art, mountain biking and day trips. We are looking for volunteers who can support these sessions. If you enjoy active sports, love to bake or are creative then this could be for you!
Alternative please view our upto date adds for current volunteering needs via our Go Volunteer Glos Page Here
People make The Rock – nothing would be possible without our volunteers.
If you are interested in joining our team, contact Chris via chris@therock.uk.com or call 01242 700700. We would love to hear from you.
Alternatively if you prefer for someone to contact you fill out our Volunteer Enquiry form Here
All our volunteers will require a DBS check as part of our recruitment process and receive ongoing training and support.
A BIG thank you to those who are already volunteering and those who have been a part of The Rock family in the past.