Volunteer with us

Make a meaningful difference in the lives of women, babies, and families.

Are you ready to make a difference?

Volunteers are the heart of The Royal Hospital for Women Foundation. Whether you're greeting patients with a warm smile, delivering care packs to new mums, or helping behind the scenes, every moment you give supports life-changing care at The Royal.

If you would like to volunteer with The Royal Hospital for Women Foundation, please complete the below form and we will be in touch soon.

Volunteering Roles

Ward Support: Postnatal
Ward Support: Gynae
Administration Support
Corporate Volunteering

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I become a volunteer?
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Fill out the expression of interest form below to let us know you'd like to get involved.

Go to the form.

How long does the application process take?

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Someone from the Foundation team will be in touch with you once a new volunteering opportunity becomes available.

How often do I have to volunteer?

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We kindly ask our Ward Volunteers to commit to at least one shift per week to ensure consistency and connection with the patients and team. Other roles may offer more flexible arrangements.

Can I volunteer if I'm under 18?

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Unfortunately, our volunteering program is only open to individuals aged 18 and over.

How will my roster work?

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We’ll work with you to find a regular shift that suits your availability and the needs of the hospital. Most volunteers commit to a set day and time each week, helping provide consistency for both our team and the patients we support.

Do I require a Working with Children Check?

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All Ward Volunteers are required to hold a valid Working With Children Check (WWCC). If you don’t have one yet, we’ll guide you through the free application process during onboarding.

Office based volunteering roles do not require a WWCC.

What vaccinations are required?

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To volunteer in a patient-facing role - such as on our wards - you’ll need to meet NSW Health’s Category A vaccination requirements. This is to help keep patients, staff, and volunteers safe.

You’ll need to provide evidence of protection against:

  • Measles, Mumps, Rubella (MMR)

  • Varicella (Chickenpox)

  • Hepatitis B

  • Diphtheria, Tetanus, Pertussis (dTpa)

  • Influenza – current year’s flu vaccine

  • COVID-19 – minimum 2 doses (3 recommended)

  • Tuberculosis (TB) – screening test and risk assessment

Don’t worry - we’ll guide you through the paperwork and free application process as part of onboarding. If you’re not sure about your current vaccination status, we’ll let you know what’s needed and how to obtain it.

Can I volunteer in the Newborn Intensive Care Unit?

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Volunteering in the Newborn Intensive Care Unit (NICU) is a highly specialised and sensitive role. For this reason, we don’t recruit directly into NICU volunteer positions. To be considered, you must first volunteer consistently in another area of the Foundation’s program for a minimum of six months, demonstrating the empathy, reliability, and discretion required for this unique environment.

Register Your Interest

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Ward Support: Postnatal
Ward Support: Gynae
Administration Support
Corporate Volunteering

For any other questions or queries about volunteering opportunities
please contact us
or phone (02) 9382 6720.