Office Volunteer

Office Volunteer

For further inquiries regarding office volunteering, please email admin@linknetmentoring.com or phone 0131 261 4463.

This service is offered to job seekers who do not have UK work experience. Placements are available within LINKnet and through partnerships with private and voluntary sector organisations, helping individuals gain practical experience and improve employability.

Time Commitment

Minimum of four hours per week, completed within one day
Volunteer placements are limited to six months to ensure opportunities are available to others

Why Volunteer with us?

Many minority ethnic people face barriers to employment due to a lack of UK work experience. Without experience, it is difficult to secure a job — and without a job, it is difficult to gain experience. This creates a “catch-22” situation.

LINKnet addresses this challenge by offering structured volunteer opportunities that enable participants to gain UK work experience while developing valuable skills and confidence.

Benefits of Volunteering

Volunteering with LINKnet can help you:

Update and strengthen existing skills
Gain new knowledge and practical experience
Improve employability and career prospects
Build confidence, self-esteem, and motivation
Develop professional networks and contacts
Gain exposure to different cultures and working environments
Understand opportunities across private, public, and voluntary sectors
Reflect on and recognise your own potential and achievements

Volunteers also receive high-quality training, including:

Communication, coaching, and counselling skills
Equality and diversity legislation
Confidentiality and safeguarding policies
Cultural awareness and sensitivity

Many volunteers supported through LINKnet have successfully progressed into paid employment.

Case Study: Wafaa

“When I first visited the LINKnet office, I found the staff friendly and very supportive. They answered all my questions and helped me find a suitable class. I was also offered a volunteer role in the office, which helped me gain valuable skills, especially front-of-house experience. This enabled me to secure employment as an Outreach Development Officer.”