Find out more about ways you can work with us and any current opportunities with our team.
People's views come first - especially those who find it hardest to be heard. We champion what matters to you and work with others to find ideas that work. We are independent and committed to making the biggest difference to you.
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Are you aged 16–25 and passionate about making young people’s voices heard?
Join us as a Youth Ambassador and help shape the way health and care services work for your generation.
You’ll share your views, run activities with other young people, and feed back what matters most to you.
Time commitment: Flexible – just a few hours a month.
You will bring: Energy, ideas, and a connection to young people in your community.
We will give you: A platform to influence real change, training, and support to grow your skills.
Do you love meeting new people and being out in the community?
As a Community Outreach Volunteer, you’ll join us at events, community groups, and public spaces to talk to people about their experiences with health and care services.
You’ll help us reach those whose voices often go unheard.
Time commitment: Flexible – a few hours a month, depending on what you can offer.
You will bring: Friendliness, curiosity, and confidence to start conversations.
We will give you: Support, training, and a welcoming team to work with.
Do you care about local health and social care services and want to guide our work?
We’re looking for Advisory Board Members to bring their knowledge, experience, and fresh thinking to our leadership team.
You’ll help set our priorities, make decisions, and ensure we truly represent our community.
Time commitment: 12 meetings a year, plus preparation time and board development seminars.
You will bring: Lived experience, strategic thinking, and a willingness to challenge and inspire.
We will give you: The chance to shape change from the top, alongside committed community leaders.
Are you organised and enjoy getting things in order?
We’re looking for an Admin & Database Volunteer to help keep our information up-to-date, support surveys, gather information together – the kind of work that makes everything we do possible.
You’ll be helping us track community feedback so we can make sure local voices are heard by the right people.
Time commitment: Flexible to what you would like to do with using 2 hours a week as a benchmark (can be done remotely).
You will bring: Attention to detail, confidence using Excel or similar, and an organised mind.
We will give you: Training, friendly support, and the knowledge you’re making a difference.
Volunteer – Communications & Social Media Champion
Do you love connecting with people and telling a great story?
Join us as our Comms & Social Media Volunteer and help spread the word about Healthwatch Bedford Borough.
You’ll work with us to create engaging posts, share community news, and help local voices be heard. Whether it’s Facebook, Instagram, or LinkedIn – your creativity will help us inspire and inform. This role would be ideal for a communications or social media student looking to build experience towards their course.
Time commitment: Flexible to what you would like to do – from just a few hours a week to specific involvement in supporting our outreach through social media with interviews, live streaming and human-interest articles.
You will bring: Some experience in social media, creativity, and good communication skills.
We will give you: Support, training in understanding health and social care, and the chance to make a real difference in your community.
Volunteer – Enter & View Representative
Want to see firsthand how local health and care services are working?
As an Enter & View Volunteer, you’ll visit places like hospitals, GP surgeries, and care homes to talk to people about their experiences and see how services can improve.
Your feedback will help shape better services for everyone.
Time commitment: Flexible, with visits planned in advance – you decide what you can offer.
You will bring: An open mind, good listening skills, and respect for confidentiality.
We will give you: Full training, travel expenses, and the chance to make a real, visible difference.
Do you have a way with words and an eye for detail?
We’re seeking a Secretary Volunteer to support our Board of directors – supporting minutes at monthly meetings, helping with agendas, and keeping documents organised.
You’ll be part of the team shaping the future of Healthwatch Bedford Borough and supporting the people who guide our work.
Time commitment: Around 3 hours for monthly meetings, including up to 10 hours a month for wider committee support.
You will bring: Listening skills, accuracy in writing, and experience with Word/Excel.
We will give you: A front-row seat to how a community organisation works, plus support every step of the way.
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