Make a Difference in Your Community with Access Sydney Community Transport

Are you looking for a meaningful way to give back? Do you enjoy connecting with people and being part of a supportive community organisation? Access Sydney is currently recruiting volunteers across a range of rewarding roles in Sydney’s City, Inner West and Eastern Suburbs.
As a not-for-profit organisation, we provide accessible and affordable transport and social support services to older people, people with disability, and those who are transport disadvantaged. Our volunteers are at the heart of what we do.

**Volunteer Roles Available**

**Home Visiting** - Help reduce social isolation by visiting older clients in their homes for friendly conversation and companionship.
Commitment: Minimum 2 hours per fortnight for at least 3 months
You will:
• Provide social connection and companionship
• Build positive, respectful relationships
• Complete brief visit reports
• Travel independently to client homes
Perfect for compassionate individuals who enjoy meaningful one-on-one conversations.

**Shopping Assistant** - Do you enjoy helping others and don’t mind a few laps of the supermarket? We’re looking for friendly, practical volunteers to support older people during their regular shopping trips. This is a hands-on role where your presence genuinely makes someone’s week easier and brighter.
You will:
• Meet at a local shopping centre
• Spend approximately 3-4 hours assisting them in-store – weekly/fortnightly
• Help navigate the supermarket safely and comfortably
• Assist with reaching items and reading labels if needed
• Provide support at the checkout
• Help with carrying bags to the vehicle
• Offer friendly conversation and social connection along the way
This role is more than groceries – it’s about confidence, independence and companionship.

**What We’re Looking For**

All volunteers should:
• Be friendly, respectful and reliable
• Value diversity and inclusion
• Commit to agreed volunteering hours
• Complete required orientation and training
• Be willing to comply with NDIS Worker Check screening procedures
What You’ll Receive:
• Structured induction and role-specific training
• Ongoing support and supervision
• A dedicated point of contact
• Volunteer meetings and networking opportunities
• Recognition and celebration events
• The personal reward of making a real difference in someone’s life

Volunteering with Access Sydney is more than just giving your time – it’s about building connections, strengthening community, and enriching lives (including your own).

Apply now via SEEK or contact us to learn more how you can get involved.

** Category **
Seniors & Aged Care

** Commitment **
Regular - less than 6 months

** Type Of Work **
Companionship & Social Support,Seniors & Aged Care,

** Time Required **
Approximately 2-16 hours weekly, or fortnightly. We are very flexible when it comes to your time.

** Training **
Manual Handling, Aged Care Learning Information Solution (Alis), Training Modules for Safe Home Visiting, First Aid & CPR Certification,