Volunteering is a great way to learn new skills as well as help organisations whilst getting what you want out of it too. The type of volunteering activates that you can get involved in is vast and in most cases the assistance you provide is really appreciated. The type of roles can vary from cleaning up a nature reserve, to helping out in a old people’s home to working in a nursery! In the long term this can help you get into paid work by equipping you with the skills you need. It’s also a great way to meet new people and work in a area to make a difference.