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Why volunteer

Our wonderful volunteers are fundamental to the work we do to promote health and provide care to a wide range of people. We are always looking for new volunteers to contribute to our community activities. We offer a variety of opportunities and always try to accommodate an individual’s skills and interests.

Nina Parnell

Head of Volunteering

Volunteering is:

  • a good way to meet new people
  • an excellent way to learn new skills
  • a good way of using your skills to help others
  • a meaningful way of giving something back
  • an enjoyable way of increasing your self-esteem and confidence
  • a great means of boosting your job prospects
  • flexible – you can give as much or as little time as you’re able
  • free – all out of pocket expenses are reimbursed

What we can offer you:

  • Community involvement
  • Training
  • Wide range of volunteer opportunities
  • Work-related experience
  • Out of pocket expenses reimbursed

For more information about volunteering at Westbank please contact the team on:

t: 01392 824752 option 2, option 2 or e: [email protected]

Find out more about our current volunteer roles.

“Westbank would not be able to operate without you and so we say a huge thank you to you all for the time and commitment you give to us in supporting our projects and the community.”



Published: 26th November, 2019

Updated: 16th November, 2020

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Exminster
EX6 8AT

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