Crafts, Cafe and Community Volunteers

MAKE@Aldingbourne is a unique community project in Fratton, Portsmouth, and a proud part of the Aldingbourne Trust. We support adults with learning disabilities and autism, helping them develop skills for independent living, employment, and community involvement.

Our vibrant project includes a café, charity shop, creative arts studio, and hosts a variety of community events. We also run other initiatives in Portsmouth, such as GIG Buddies, Dynamite, and a new café at the John Pound Centre. MAKE is more than a place—it’s a community where people connect, learn, and grow.

Volunteer Role: We’re looking for enthusiastic volunteers to help support our small team of staff. Activities may include:

• Assisting in our welcoming café
• Helping with craft workshops in our creative studio
• Supporting the charity shop by selling donated products
• Engaging with visitors and promoting a friendly, inclusive environment

Why Volunteer with Us?

• Make a real difference in the lives of adults with learning disabilities and autism
• Be part of a creative, supportive community
• Gain valuable experience and skills
• Enjoy a fun and rewarding role in a unique setting

If you’re passionate about inclusion, creativity, and community, we’d love to hear from you!

About the Organisation

We are a Charity who support adults with learning disabilities and /or autism.

Don't forget you can add up any volunteering hours as part of Team 100 Opportunity - Hive Portsmouth or part of the Donate 100 things challenge Opportunity

Process:

You will need an account to register your interest for this role. Once you have registered your interest you will receive an automatic email with next steps. If you have not received this in a couple of hours, please do get in touch as it may not have registered (volunteering@hiveportsmouth.org.uk). 

You will need to respond to the "Criteria Check" email to progress with this role. 

Please check your junk email folder in case any emails end up there.  Friendly reminder that the charities/organisations emails may end up here too. 

Skills

• Kind Patient
• Flexible Reliable