Woodworking Volunteer

Area of interest: Supporting Adults, Supporting Children and Young People, Sharing Existing or Learning New Skills

We’re looking for friendly, hands‑on volunteers to join our Woodworking Workshop and help us craft, sand, upcycle, and restore wooden furniture – plus create new items like shelves, planters, and benches. Every piece made helps fund our support services for adults facing mental health challenges, learning disabilities, loneliness, social exclusion, and those ready to make positive changes in their lives.

Whether you’re an experienced DIYer, a retired tradesperson, or a complete beginner wanting to get stuck in, we’d love to have you on the team. All proceeds from sales go straight back into our charity to support vulnerable adults with complex needs.

• Sand, restore, and upcycle wooden furniture
• Help create new wooden items
• Work alongside others in a friendly, inclusive workshop
• Share ideas for products and workshop improvements
• Use tools safely (training provided)
• Support the charity’s mission through ethical reuse of materials

Essential:

• Willingness to get involved with practical tasks
• Ability to follow instructions and work as part of a team

Desirable:

• Experience using sanding, painting, or basic woodworking tools
• Interest in upcycling, carpentry, or furniture restoration
• Training available for beginners or those returning after a break

• Be part of a purpose‑led organisation restoring lives through creativity
• Build or enhance woodworking and upcycling skills
• Join a welcoming team that reduces isolation and builds community
• Take pride in making sustainable items that support a social cause
• Receive support, supervision, and a clear volunteer pathway with room to grow

At Restoration Shack, volunteers are at the heart of everything we do. You’ll be respected, supported, and valued as part of a creative movement bringing positive change across Stoke-on-Trent.

To register your interest please . If you have already registered with us and are also interested in this role, or if you would like more information please contact us.