Volunteers are vital to Zest and we have a very wide range of opportunities ranging from supporting community health projects to helping to deliver our sports provision to working on reception.

We provide support and training and may be able to pay volunteer expenses. Our volunteers come from all walks of life and find it a great way to contribute to the local community whilst developing skills and experience as well as meeting new people.

Current Volunteering Opportunities

12 Week Children’s Weight Management Programme

We are looking for volunteers to commit to 2 hours a week to assist on our weight management service.

This will be a 12 week commitment. We are asking volunteers to support the health trainer and activity coach with the sessions. You will be assisting with clinic set up, activity session, supporting children with additional needs. In return you will get some valuable work experience, volunteer expenses and support whilst volunteering with us.

This position is ideal for a student or any one who can commit as a volunteer on a regular basis and who is looking to build up experience of working with children and families in a health setting.

Supporting Obesity Prevention Work

We are looking for volunteers who can spare a couple of hours a month to support our staff who undertake obesity prevention work. We want volunteers to:

• support our workshops with schools and businesses
• assist with the health checks
• support our public display sessions

Full training and support will be offered for this role. The voluntary position will suit anyone who can spare a couple of hours a month and enjoys talking and meeting new people.

For both of the above voluntary positions please email us at: This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it or contact Tracey Fitzgerald on 0114 2702040 ext 213