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Volunteer With Us


​Be a part of the fantastic work done at RETAS! Contribute your passion and skills alongside developing new skills, employability and knowledge of the refugee sector. ​

The Value of Volunteers

The RETAS team is made up of both staff and volunteers, all working together to help refugees and asylum seekers. Volunteers are crucial to the delivery of our services and we couldn't manage without them! We welcome applications for volunteering from all backgrounds and aim to provide volunteers with significant support to help them to improve and develop as an individual. 

​During the COVID 19 pandemic we have been able to adapt our volunteer service to ensure volunteers can continue their roles as much as possible. Our current volunteer recruitment plans are on hold and will be reviewed in February 2021. Please check our website for further updates. In the meantime, please browse our volunteer page and blog to find out more information about volunteering with RETAS. We look forward to hearing from you in the future!  

​If you are looking for a work placement as part of your University or college studies, please also get in touch to see if we are able to accommodate your request. 

Current Vacancies

All volunteer vacancies are currently on hold until February 2021. 
Interpreters - Ongoing request for individuals with language skills and a willingness to do Level 1 Interpreting. Languages include Arabic, Tigrinya, Amharic, Farsi, French and Kurdish. 

Volunteer Support Assistant - General Drop-in Friday - on hold until February 2021


Volunteer Support Assistant - on hold until February 2021 

28 Day Project Mentor - on hold until February 2021

Learning Support Assistant - on hold until February 2021  

Receptionist & Administrative Assistant -on hold until February 2021  

Volunteer Support Assistant - Housing Support Group - on hold until February 2021 

Volunteer Support Assistant - on hold until February 2021


Volunteer Trustee Board Member - see Vacancies section for more details


Overview of our Volunteer Roles

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Welcome to Leeds Volunteer


A varied role which involves welcoming new asylum seekers to the city of Leeds and facilitating pathways to their integration. 

Both office based and external to the office, weekly commitment of 3 hours.​

Click here to find out more...
“Going to RETAS is the highlight of my week. The work you do is extremely rewarding and the staff help to make you so much better at what you do” – Betty 
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28 Day Transition Mentor


A role that involves assisting refugees in the time period from gaining refugee status, in order to avoid isolation and destitution. This is a challenging time when individuals have 28 days to secure accommodation, register for benefits and find a job. 

Both office based & external; varied times & days. 

Click here to find out more...

“Volunteering has not only improved my language, but also improved my confidence, and I will carry on for as long as I can” - Samuel

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Volunteer Support Assistant


A varied role which involves supporting asylum seekers and refugees to integrate into the community, support with welfare issues, job seeking and educational needs.

Based at our Leeds Office, weekly commitment.

Click here to find out more...

"I volunteer because I want to improve my skills and I also enjoy helping people." - Hamid 

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Reception & Administration Volunteer


A crucial frontline role which involves providing a welcoming atmosphere to all service users and visitors to the building, ensuring every service user is helped or signposted to the right place. 

Based at our Leeds Office, weekly commitment. 

Click here to find out more...

"I volunteer to develop new skills and knowledge and to gain confidence" - Haymanot

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​Learning Support Assistant


A role that involves supporting asylum seekers and refugees and their tutors during ESOL (English Spoken as a Second Language) classes. 

Based at our Leeds Office, weekly commitment. 

Click here to find out more...

"I volunteer because I want to develop myself and help people as much as I can" - Walid

Why Volunteer?


Volunteering is a two way process... your support helps the organisation and its service users but we also aim to support you in your personal and professional development. 

Benefits to the volunteer

  • Feel that you are helping people make a successful transition into the UK.
  • Meeting people from different cultures.
  • Part of a thriving charity.
  • New skills for your CV including time management, active listening skills, supporting people in a challenging situation. 
  • Make new friends.
  • Potential to move onto other volunteer roles.
  • Experience of volunteering in the UK.
  • Full training program. 

Impact

​“I like volunteering in RETAS as I like to help others. The staff are very friendly and willing to support you too. ​Everyone is very helpful which creates a healthy, positive environment” ​
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Volunteering with RETAS has led to an incredible development in my personal and professional skills, confidence and aspirations for my future career path. I have been moulded by the continuous support provided by the staff and the inspiring perseverance of the service users I have worked with. - Georgia 
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"Volunteering with RETAS is a great thing to do! As a volunteer you are well-supported and included as a member of the team. It's a wonderful opportunity to meet amazing people and learn lots" - Megan 
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“There's nothing more satisfying than walking away from RETAS after a day of volunteering, knowing that you have made a positive difference in somebody’s life in one way or another. It gives you a chance to meet a diverse range of people and learn about different cultures”. – Declan
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About Us

Established in 2002, RETAS (Refugee Education Training Advice Service) has a vision to see all refugees, asylum seekers and other vulnerable migrants to feel welcome and supported to fully integrate into society.

​We provide assistance with access to education, re-qualification, training and employment to help them better integrate in their communities. We strive to build confidence and hope in our service users, and empower them to build a safe and secure life here in the UK.

Contact Us

233-237 Roundhay Road
The Roundhay Road Resource Centre
Leeds, LS8 4HS
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Tel:

07949 796180

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Email: ​​info@retasleeds.org.uk

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RETAS is a registered Charity. Charity Number: 1121330 - Company Number 6365085
  • Home
  • About Us
    • Our Team
    • Our Policies & Procedures
    • Our Partners & Funders
  • What We Do
    • ESOL Classes
    • Welcome to Leeds Project
    • 28 Day Transition Project
    • New Roots >
      • Engage
      • Aspire
    • Syrian Resettlement Programme
    • Signposting & Advocacy
  • Access Our Services
    • Refer To Us
  • Get Involved
    • Volunteer With Us
    • Donate or Fundraise
    • Vacancies
  • Blog
  • New Page