Would you like to join us?

Interested in working for an education centre promoting sustainability, justice and equity?

We offer training and development on issues surrounding peace, justice, sustainable development and global citizenship.

BPEC works with local businesses, schools, organisations, councils, communities and the general public. We rely on volunteers and interns to help run the centre and to assist with the fulfilment of our aims and activities.

Volunteers are an essential part of our team, without whom we cannot run our organisation, projects and workshops. Read on to find out more.

What does a volunteer do?

Works 4 hours per week (minimum) 12-6 Tues-Thurs/11–3 Sat

Commits to a 6-month programme

Undergoes an induction, IT training, work plan and ongoing training

Works to a plan, manages their workload and has input on decisions

What we do?

Recruit volunteers every 6 months for specific roles and needs

Invite suitable candidates for an interview and, if successful, an induction

Offer guidance, support, skills development and training

Provide references for your CV or future employment

For a Volunteer application form download here

Internships: Would you like to join us on a more full time basis working up to gain knowledge and experience about working in a medium sized charity? Internships are varied depending upon projects and initiatives we are running at any given time, however you can probably expect the following:

What does an intern do?
Assists in the running of the centre – answer phones, walk-in queries, provide information

Helps out on stalls at events and festivals

For a Internship volunteer application form download here