Become an Unpaid Carers’ Champion in Wiltshire

Volunteer Role | Flexible Commitment | Make a Real Difference

Do you have experience as an unpaid carer? Are you passionate about connecting with and supporting others in your community?

Wiltshire Council is looking for a dedicated Unpaid Carers’ Champion to join our network in Wiltshire. This voluntary role is a unique opportunity to make a meaningful impact in the lives of unpaid carers—those who care for family members, friends, or neighbours without financial compensation.

Your Mission

As a Carers’ Champion, your main goal will be to:

• Support unpaid carers (those 18+) in finding and accessing the information and services they need, all meetings will take place in community settings or other public places
• Help carers feel connected, valued, and supported in their role
• Enable people to live at home for longer by strengthening the support available to carers
• Champion carers’ voices in your local area

What You’ll Do

This role is flexible and can be shaped by you. You might:

• Share information about local support groups and benefits
• Attend carer’s community events, such as coffee mornings or play group activities
• Connect carers with community resources
• Raise awareness of carers’ needs in your area
• Offer a listening ear and signpost to professional help when needed
• Work closely with the Wiltshire Council Engagement and Partnership Lead and the Wiltshire Council Unpaid Carers Commissioner
• Develop a relationship with charities supporting Unpaid Carers in Wiltshire