Register as a volunteer
New to volunteering or returning after a break? Tell us about you and we'll match you with opportunities across Thurrock that fit your interests, skills and availability.
Register your organisation
Are you a Thurrock VCFSE group looking for volunteers? Post your roles with us and we'll help you recruit, plus offer guidance on volunteer management, policies and good practice.
What the Volunteer Centre does
Volunteer Centre Thurrock is the borough's dedicated infrastructure service for volunteering. We support both sides of the volunteering relationship, connecting local residents with meaningful roles, and helping organisations recruit, manage and recognise their volunteers well.
Volunteer Centre Quality Accreditation (VCQA)
Thurrock CVS holds the Volunteer Centre Quality Accreditation (VCQA), the national quality standard awarded by NAVCA (National Association for Voluntary and Community Action).
This accreditation shows we're serious about delivering high-quality support for volunteers and voluntary, community, faith and social enterprise (VCFSE) organisations across Thurrock. It recognises the professionalism and impact of our Volunteer Centre, and the vital role volunteering plays in strengthening local communities.
We achieved accreditation after a rigorous assessment, including feedback from volunteers and local organisations.
What the VCQA covers
The accreditation is awarded against five core functions:
What this means for you
Holding the VCQA means you can trust us to provide an accessible, inclusive and professional volunteering service. We work with volunteers, community groups and local organisations every day to create opportunities that make a real difference across Thurrock.
Open Opportunities
Ready to learn more about volunteering?
Tell us about you
Share your interests, skills and how much time you have.
We match you up
Our team finds opportunities that fit your goals.
Meet the team
Visit, ask questions and get all the info you need.
Start making a difference
Get going, supported by us every step of the way.
More than just giving back
Volunteering with Thurrock CVS gave me purpose after retirement. I've made friends for life and I genuinely look forward to every Tuesday.