ESC: Last minute call: volunteer project related to social work, working with people with limitations

Name: ESC: Last minute call: volunteer project related to social work, working with people with limitations
Start: 2026-05-01
End: 2026-12-31
Location: Rotterdam, Netherlands

Code: 50858 Copied

Netherlands European Voluntary Service Social work European Voluntary Service Social work Fixed dates

About the project

📝 Detailed information

💼 What the programme involves

We are offering a 4- or 8 month volunteer project starting on 01-05-26. Initially, participants commit to a 4-month contract, during which we will evaluate the experience together with the volunteer, the professionals they collaborate with, and our organization. This project allows participants to explore various aspects of social work, with a focus on supporting individuals with different types of limitations. We are looking for volunteers who are enthusiastic about working in the social sector. Applicants with an educational background in social work are especially encouraged to apply. An interest in gardening and sports activities is highly valued. Since effective communication is crucial in the social field, a willingness to learn Dutch is a significant advantage. For detailed information about the project, please refer to our info kit available on our website: www.lava-group.com. Simply scroll down to the "International Volunteer Work" section to find the info kit link.

🏠 Accommodation on site

Volunteers stay in two locations: a big shared house in Zoetermeer that can host up to eight people, and a smaller apartment in Rotterdam for four. The hosting organisation takes care of the placements, so volunteers don’t need to worry about choosing where they’ll stay. Everyone has their own private bedroom, while the kitchen and bathroom are shared with housemates. A bicycle is provided for getting around day to day, and volunteers receive €400 per month to cover food and pocket money.

🎒 Leisure activities

During the project, volunteers have many opportunities to learn and grow. A Dutch language course is offered throughout the project period, and motivated, engaged volunteers are especially encouraged to take part. Before departure, volunteers are prepared for the different groups of people they will work with by discussing real-life cases and learning how to approach various situations. In addition, the Dutch NA provides all participating volunteers with on-arrival and mid-term training sessions, offering further opportunities to connect, share experiences, and develop new skills.

⚠️ Requirements

The Participant profile: IMPORTANT NOTE! For this project we can only host EU citizens!!! We look for volunteers who have a proven interest in the social sector, who are interested in working with people with limitations. An educational background in the social field, could be an advantage but is not a requirement. The willingness to learn the Dutch language, before arrival is a big bonus, since communication is important in the social sector. All communication will take place in English, so it is important to understand English and/or have a strong motivation to learn English in a rapid speed, prior to arrival. The volunteer will work for different organisations/locations: flexibility to work for different organisations is therefore a necessity.
Deadline: 15/04/2026 12:00

ℹ️ Additional information

The project is implemented under the European Solidarity Corps Programme, financed by the European Commission.
The participating organisations have to be mindful of these needs as they are responsible for providing a respectful and trusting hosting environment. At the same time, the organisations participating in the initiative devote a great deal of time, energy and resources to set up a high-quality activity; they should therefore expect that European Solidarity Corps participants show a similar level of respect for the local communities and the people that are directly concerned by the activities (https://youth.europa.eu/solidarity/mission_en).
What do we provide ?

Training before and after the project
Health insurance during your project
round-trip travel reimbursement
accommodation and food
pocket money
language course
Return Week-end
Youth Pass and SVI international Volunteer passport

Before applying for this volunteering project, you need to enroll yourself at European Solidarity Corps Platform (https://europa.eu/youth/solidarity_en) and specify your European Solidarity Corps Participant Number (PRN).
This organisation holds a European Solidarity Corps Quality Label.
Contact the ESC coordinator at +32 2 888 67 13 to get more informations.

Interested in this project? Create your account and apply online.

📅 Available sessions

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01/05/2026 → 31/12/2026

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Deadline: 15/04/2026

ℹ️ Key information

Age required

18–30 years old

Solidarity donation

0.00 EUR

French tax residents may be eligible for a tax reduction of up to 66% of their costs (membership, plane tickets, solidarity donation).

📍 Location

Rotterdam, Netherlands

Netherlands

🌍 Location info

Local currency

Euro Member Countries (EUR / €)

Timezone

Central European Summer Time

Local time: 21:56 (12/11/2026)

🛡️ Before you leave

Security information

📞 Contact us

[email protected]

+32 2 888 67 13

Contact form

✅ Features

🏠 Accommodation

Collective

🗣️ Languages spoken

English Dutch