Volunteer Role

Duke of Edinburgh and School Placements

Location: Willow Burn Shops (Stanley, Consett, Chester-le-Street), Willows Café and Fundraising (Lanchester)

Hours: Age specific to Durham County Council Child Working Regulations

Team Leader: Various

Willow Burn Hospice offers Duke of Edinburgh placements for people aged 14 upwards and school work experience placements.

We are able to offer placements in:

  • Retail (Stanley, Consett and Chester-le-Street)

  • Café Service (The Willows Café, Lanchester)

  • Fundraising and Marketing

Working Hours
We are guided on the number of hours you are able to work by Durham County Council - the guidance can be viewed here: Employment of Children

Following your placement, you would also be welcome to join our volunteering team permanently or until your career takes you on a new path.

Applying for a Placement
You can apply for a placement by completing the volunteering application form. Our Marketing Communications Manager will then contact you to discuss what you need to complete your placement successfully and to confirm that Willow Burn is able to help.

What's Next?
Follow the link to complete your application form or for further information, please contact: rtodd@willowburnhospice.org.uk / 01207 529 224

Apply Online

If your interested in the role fill out our online form today or contact us if you have any questions.