Activities volunteer volunteer volunteer roles in Rowley regis, west midlands
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Hours: Variable – depending on individual circumstances and what people can do
Location: Variable – we are looking to extend our reach of peer support walks throughout Yorkshire
Main Tasks:
We appreciate any volunteering help that you can offer YBTC and want to make sure that our
volunteers have a positive experience with us. We pledge to support you as much as we can.
We want to ensure that volunteering with us does not feel too daunting, so the exact tasks might
vary depending on your circumstances. However, some typical tasks may include:
· Support our regular wellbeing/peer support walks
· Welcome participants and help them feel comfortable, fostering a friendly and inclusive atmosphere
· Encourage conversations among participants, offering a listening ear
· Be attentive to the well-being of all participants during the walk
· Offer information on YBTC services
· Attending occasional training sessions or volunteer meetings organised by YBTC
We are looking for people who are:
· Are warm and non-judgemental
· Reliability – are punctual and committed to scheduled walks
· Collaborative mindset to work effectively with staff and volunteers
· Basic physical fitness to complete the walks, awareness of the needs of participants with
different mobility/health conditions
We can offer you the following:
· Full induction and ongoing training
· Ongoing support and supervision in your role
· Opportunity to learn new skills and meet new people
· The satisfaction of making a positive impact on those affected by brain tumours
Background
Founded in 2003 and originally named Andrea’s Gift and later Brain Tumour Research and Support
Across Yorkshire, Yorkshire’s Brain Tumour Charity (YBTC) is Yorkshire and Humber’s leading
brain tumour charity. Offering practical, financial and emotional support to both adult and child
brain tumour patients, together with their families.
We fund brain tumour research in Yorkshire; we hope this research, dedicated to identifying new
approaches to the discovery and treatment of brain tumours will improve outcomes for patients.
At YBTC we are a small team who are growing to meet the needs of those affected by a brain
tumour in Yorkshire. Around 15 new cases of primary brain tumours are diagnosed in the region
every week.
Our charity values are: Integrity, Compassion, Community & Ambition.
Our Vision/Mission
To improve the lives of people impacted by a brain tumour in Yorkshire through local support and research.
To improve the lives of people impacted by a brain tumour in Yorkshire, through local support and research.


The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
The Media & Communications Director will play a pivotal role in developing communication strategies to enhance awareness and recognition of mountain rescue and the teams within the UK, and supporting internal communication to enable effective dissemination of information and news for Mountain Rescue England & Wales (MREW), supporting 47 active mountain rescue teams across the region. This voluntary position is responsible for devising and implementing a robust plan, working alongside a range of partners and colleagues.
Reporting to the CEO, the person will need to contribute to the MREW’s overall future strategy. There will be a need to understand the MR structure and to have the ability to work as part of the MREW Senior Management Team, and alongside trustees, liaison team, regional structure and local teams.
Mountain Rescue England & Wales (MREW) is a voluntary organisation that provides mountain rescue services 24/7, 365 days a year, and offers support to communities during other crises. It consists of 47 independent volunteer search and rescue teams that operate across eight geographical areas. The organisation serves as the national body to represent the whole organisation, acting as an advisory body, linking with partner organisations and helping to standardise training and share information.
Objectives
The overarching activities for this role are:
- Development of external communication to a wide range of outdoor enthusiasts and ‘new explorers’ taking an interest in the great outdoors.
- Leadership of a small team plus the wider Media and Communications Network (MCN) of MR volunteers to develop and deliver a Media and Communications Strategy and programme of activity
- Publications and online communications (all social media)
- Website development
- Development of key messages, inc. support to MREW spokespeople (messages, materials and training) to enable effective stakeholder communications.
- Leading and planning for effective reactive communications in challenging situations, including issues management, messaging and spokesperson briefing.
- Liaison with external partners (PR, Magazine Editor, Public Affairs), relevant media and stakeholders, including a process for responding to incoming enquiries and interview requests and a process for planning proactive media activities.
- Development of key messages inc. safety messaging
- The development of effective Internal communications to support knowledge of MREW and to enable consistency of message from the family of Teams.
- Represent MREW at relevant external meetings.
Skills
- Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to inspire and influence a diverse range of stakeholders.
- Strong relationship management skills, with the ability to foster trust and accurately represent MREW’s mission and goals.
- Ability to work alongside colleagues and manage competing priorities.
- Creativity, imagination and intuition.
- Excellent communication skills, written and spoken.
- Good organisational and project management skills.
- An ability to develop, negotiate and work within a financial budget.
- A strategic approach to the reputational management of mountain rescue in England and Wales (at all levels).
- Knowledge and understanding of the various forms of media, including broadcast and print, digital and social, so as to be able to meet their differing needs and ensure that there is a clear process for the handling of approaches or enquiries to MREW from outside media organisations, agencies or individuals.
Personal Attributes
- The ability to lead and motivate a team that combines volunteer and professional roles and that covers a range of disciplines, skills and platforms.
- Capable of working under pressure, within constraints and meeting deadlines.
- The ability to build and maintain relationships, internally and externally, based on integrity and trust.
- The ability to delegate to others, engaging and involving appropriate support from the wider network.
- Strong personal creativity, imagination and intuition in dealing with challenges, opportunities and people.
- A proactive attitude, with the drive and enthusiasm to initiate and carry out projects to conclusion, involving others, on time and on budget.
- Resilience, particularly when faced with challenges, uncertainty and setbacks.
Management responsibilities:
- To contribute to the management of MREW through regular business meetings, ensuring that the media and communications aspects of activity are considered in planning and decision-making.
- To ensure all network members are treated fairly, in line with MREW policies and also its mission and values.
- To develop an approach to the sustainability of the Media and Communications function, including succession planning for key roles and the strengthening of the dispersed network.
We are looking for a motivated, self-starter with a proactive attitude, drive and enthusiasm to carry out projects to conclusion. You will need to demonstrate commitment to the mission and cause of the charity.
Qualifications
- Essential to this role is an awareness of the internal character of MR and the external environment in which it operates, and an ability to identify and anticipate communications priorities.
- Practical experience in a media or communications management role is also desirable, for instance, such as journalism, PR, marketing, or online media.
- An ability to plan proactive media and communications activities and to develop ways of measuring their effectiveness.
- Experience of issues and crisis management, enabling anticipation and support to management and others on the development of plans, messages and position statements.
Additional notes
- To work with the CEO to plan for future activity and to ensure that a planned communications approach is developed.
- To ensure all committee members are treated fairly through MREW Equal Opportunities Policy.
- To work with other national teams to release internal communications, press statements and support campaigns as required.
- This is a voluntary role within MREW, elected annually; it is expected that the applicant will serve a term of 5 years, with a possible extension of a further 5 years if desired.
- Travel during the working day may be required, with occasional absence from home overnight, as meetings with partners, colleagues, and other stakeholders may cover a large geographical area. Out-of-pocket expenses can be reclaimed in line with the MREW Expenses Policy.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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Join the Walsall FC Match Day Takeover – A Day of Fun, Football & Making a Difference!
- Monday 29th December: Timining to be confirmed
Want to be part of the action and make a meaningful impact? Volunteer at our Acorns Match Day Takeover
What's Involved?
You'll be an essential part of our charity fundraising bucket-collecting crew, taking donations before, during, and after the match – and even in the exclusive hospitality areas!
Free match tickets – Cheer on the teams, while supporting a great cause!
Free on-site parking and light refreshments to keep you going.
Am I Right For the Role?
We’re looking for volunteers who are:
✔️ Friendly & Approachable – ready to share the mission of Acorns
✔️ Confident to collect donations outside – rain or shine!
Why Volunteer with Acorns?
Make a real difference in your local community
Gain valuable experience and boost your CV
Be part of something special with the chance to progress into other roles
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The Conference Officer takes the lead of running the Annual National Conference. This includes the organisation of a sub-committee, financing, logistics, content of the training eg. speakers and social aspects. In addition to organising the conference, they should organise attendance at other conferences for recruitment and fundraising purposes. This should
include comic conventions and medical conferences.
* To bring children's dreams to life * To provide a professional service * To bring fun to both children and volunteers



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Fundraising team leader volunteer
Our vision for volunteering
Volunteering is and always will be at the heart of Cats Protection. It is joyful and inclusive. As a charity, working in partnership, together we transform the lives of cats, people and communities.
The difference you will make to cats and people
As a charity we are able to help thousands of cats each year thanks to the generous donations we receive from members of the public. Our fundraising team leaders have the exciting and varied role of inspiring our fundraising volunteers to plan and deliver local fundraising events. Using their passion and imagination, they oversee a small team of fundraising volunteers who come together to raise the vital funds needed to cover costs such as veterinary bills and food. Our fundraising team leaders support their team of volunteers in all aspects of their roles, making sure our volunteers are happy, confident and supported.
You can expect us to
- make you feel welcome, included and respected in line with our values and behaviours
- support you in having a positive and impactful experience at Cats Protection
- cover agreed out-of-pocket expenses in line with our Expenses Policy
- provide you with access to learning, development and engagement opportunities
What we need from you
You’ll be:
· supporting and encouraging a team of fundraising volunteers
· planning fundraising events and activities with your team
· allocating tasks before and during fundraising events
· keeping financial records from fundraising events
· encouraging and promoting a professional image of Cats Protection
· following policies and guidelines and ensuring licences and permits are obtained for events
Time expectation
Our fundraising team leaders usually spend three to four hours per week in this role, which is flexible and can be shared by more than one volunteer if needed.
You may be just the volunteer we’ve been looking for!
If you have any questions about the role, please get in touch.
We are committed to building a diverse, compassionate and inclusive organisation where everyone can be themselves and do their best. We are courageous and compassionate in our purpose of helping people see the world through cats’ eyes. Together, we can make a difference. Together, we are all for cats. Join the UK’s leading cat welfare charity and help make a better life for cats, because life is better with cats.
Applicants will be asked to complete and application and provide details for two references
Making a better life for cats, because life is better with cats
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Using Anonymous Recruitment
This organisation is using Anonymous Recruitment to reduce bias in the first stages of the hiring process. Submit your application as normal and our system will anonymise it for you. Your personal information will be hidden until the recruiter contacts you.
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We’re looking for creative and organised people who enjoy visual design and want to use their skills to support meaningful community projects.
As a Creative Design Volunteer, you’ll help create eye-catching digital and print materials that promote our programmes, campaigns and events. From social media graphics to posters and newsletters, your designs will help us communicate clearly and consistently with our audiences.
This is a flexible opportunity for anyone who enjoys bringing ideas to life through design and wants to use their creativity for social good.
What You’ll Be Doing
- Designing digital and print materials such as posters, flyers and social media graphics
- Creating templates and layouts for newsletters, presentations or reports
- Adapting designs to meet accessibility and brand guidelines
- Supporting the visual design of campaigns and community events
- Helping organise and manage design files and templates
- Contributing creative ideas for visual storytelling and community engagement
Skills and Qualities We’re Looking For
- Creative eye for layout and design
- Confidence using design tools such as Canva, Adobe Creative Cloud or similar
- Attention to detail and ability to follow brand guidelines
- Good communication and collaboration skills
- Reliable, organised and able to manage time effectively
- Interest in community, social impact or charity communications
What You’ll Gain
- Experience designing materials for community campaigns and events
- Opportunities to develop and showcase creative skills
- A chance to build a portfolio of design work for a good cause
- The satisfaction of helping a charity communicate its impact
About Us
We are a community-led charity tackling poverty at its root by empowering people and communities to overcome barriers and build sustainable futures.
Our programmes support children, young people, adults and families through education, employability, wellbeing and social inclusion activities that promote confidence, connection and opportunity.
Safeguarding and Inclusion
We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and adults involved in our work.
Safeguarding training will be provided for all volunteers and a Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check may be required for this role.
We welcome volunteers from all backgrounds and will make reasonable adjustments to support participation wherever possible.
A catalyst for overcoming poverty at its root by empowering marginalised people and developing sustainable communities.



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Who are we?
We are Buttons & Bubbles CIC. We work with children, young people, families and other professionals associated and affected by illness and disability. We have several different services including inclusive characters, sensory workshops, resources, events, advocacy and more.
What are we looking for?
Do you enjoy art? Graphic design? Are you an amazing illustrator? Then we might just have a project for you. One of our aims is to have every type of disability in every culture, religion and ethnicity depicted through our characters. And yes, we know that’s going to mean a lot of hard work and a lot of characters! But NO we are not asking you to complete this entire project!
We’ve created 11 characters so far that depict a variety of conditions. We want to look at potentially re-developing these characters and starting work on some new ones!
What do we expect?
- Be willing to undertake our training programme which will be done virtually and at a time to suit you.
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Have an Enhanced DBS check (preferably be on the update system)
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Sign our volunteer contract. (If you disagree with anything in it please do discuss it
with us and we will be happy to have a conversation and make small changes if
appropriate).
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A positive attitude to disability and illness. We are happy to answer questions on this.
What can you expect?
• A community group that does not currently operate a rota system of any kind. You don’t have to regularly commit your time.
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A kind, caring, nurturing company who cares about people, staff and volunteers. Our aim is to keep your wellbeing at the centre of our work.
- A very positive and proactive approach to disability and illness. Any and all accommodations will be made that you require. If there is anything you wish to discuss in private please email us and we will arrange a confidential chat.
Benefits to Volunteering with Buttons & Bubbles CIC
- Gaining valuable experience and improving your confidence
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Allows you to explore potentially different areas of interest.
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Make a difference to community
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Develop your current skill set and gain new skills.
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Displays your level of commitment to future employers.
- Displays your ability to balance and schedule your time effectively when seeking future employment.
Please let us know if you require any adaptions.
To increase inclusion and representation across society for disabled families.
Actively Interviewing
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Fundraising events helper
Our vision for volunteering
Volunteering is and always will be at the heart of Cats Protection. It is joyful and inclusive. As a charity, working in partnership, together we transform the lives of cats, people and communities.
The difference you will make to cats and people
As a charity we can continue to help cats and kittens in need thanks to the donations we receive at fundraising events from generous members of the public. Our fundraising event helpers have the exciting and varied role of helping at local fundraising events - such as cakes sales, barn dances, quiz nights – and everything in between!
You can expect us to
- make you feel welcome, included and respected in line with our values and behaviours
- support you in having a positive and impactful experience at Cats Protection
- cover agreed out-of-pocket expenses in line with our Expenses Policy
- provide you with access to learning, development and engagement opportunities
What we need from you
You’ll be:
· help set up and/or man stalls at events
· help on collection days like supermarket collections events or street collections
· help at fundraising events such as quiz nights, cake sales and dances
· promoting a professional image of Cats Protection at events
Time expectation
This role is really flexible! You could choose to volunteer at one event for a couple of hours or attend multiple fundraising events.
We’ll keep you up to date with upcoming local events where volunteers are needed. You’ll then be able to choose which events you’d like to volunteer at and how many hours you’d like to give. However much time you can give, your contribution will help raise much needed funds to continue the work of Cats Protection.
You may be just the volunteer we’ve been looking for!
We are committed to building a diverse, compassionate and inclusive organisation where everyone can be themselves and do their best. We are courageous and compassionate in our purpose of helping people see the world through cats’ eyes. Together, we can make a difference. Together, we are all for cats. Join the UK’s leading cat welfare charity and help make a better life for cats, because life is better with cats.
Applicants will be requested to complete an application for and provide two references.
Making a better life for cats, because life is better with cats
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
We are looking for up to ten UK university students to join our volunteer Student Ambassadors team and help Ygam achieve its social purpose by reaching out to students at university. This will be achieved by advising Ygam on the needs of students, supporting with content development, organising activities at your campus, and join us at events to raise awareness of gaming and gambling harms.
We are seeking individuals who are outgoing, with a confident personality. You will enjoy engaging with other students and be able to advise us on the experiences of students with regards to gaming and gambling.We’d love to hear from students with an interest in mental health, psychology, content development, and gaming.
If you are interested, your application should include a copy of your CV and a cover letter (of no more than two sides of A4) detailing what you would bring to the Ygam Student Ambassador team and how your experiences (life and/or work) demonstrate our values of integrity, empathy, innovation, and empowerment.
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Support our mission to bring vital funding to adult carers in Solihull.
Your work helps keep services running and opens new opportunities for people who care for others.
As an Adult Carers Fundraiser Admin & Support Volunteer, you will play a key part in helping Carers Trust Solihull secure funding that enables us to continue and expand our vital services for adult carers across the borough.
Working alongside the manager, you will help identify and apply for funding opportunities, assist with administrative and community-based fundraising activities, and represent the charity in local events. Your support will directly contribute to improving the quality of life for carers by enabling new services, resources, and opportunities.
This role is ideal for someone with good communication and organisational skills who enjoys building connections and making a tangible difference in the community.
Key Roles and Responsibilities
- Research and help identify funding opportunities relevant to our work with carers.
- Support the manager with administrative tasks linked to grant applications and fundraising.
- Represent Carers Trust Solihull as a friendly and professional ambassador at fundraising events.
- Keep accurate records of fundraising activity, donations, and outcomes.
- Attend and help organise fundraising events that support our mission.
- Present pre-prepared presentations or films to funders and partners to raise awareness of our work.
- Assist or lead in writing small grant applications (and larger ones where confident).
- Collect and log donated items for our service (e.g., gift vouchers, tickets, Easter eggs, and Christmas selection boxes).
- Monitor when key funding streams renew or reopen, ensuring timely applications.
- Work collaboratively with the manager to assess the viability of opportunities within our available resources.
- Carry out any other agreed tasks related to fundraising and community engagement.
Preferred Skills and Qualities
- Good understanding of marketing and community engagement.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- Confident when approaching potential funders or representing the charity in public.
- Organised, reliable, and able to manage multiple priorities effectively.
- Experience writing small, medium, or large funding applications (desirable).
- Willingness to travel across the borough to attend events (expenses reimbursed).
- Comfortable working both independently and as part of a team.
- Able to understand and work within resource and role boundaries.
- Passionate about achieving a high-quality service for adult carers in Solihull.
What You Will Gain
- Purpose and fulfilment: Contribute directly to sustaining and growing services that support unpaid carers.
- Professional experience: Gain valuable insight into charity fundraising, marketing, and community partnerships.
- Skill development: Strengthen your communication, writing, and organisational skills.
- Confidence building: Engage with funders, local businesses, and the public in meaningful ways.
- Training and support: Receive full induction and ongoing guidance from experienced staff.
- Recognition: Be part of a supportive team, attend volunteer celebrations, and receive references or certificates for your contribution.
Additional Notes / Special Requirements
- Flexible working hours and days, with some evening or weekend events required.
- An enhanced DBS check and references will be required before commencing the role.
- Travel expenses reimbursed in line with Carers Trust Solihull’s volunteer policy.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Join Our Mission. Bring Your Joy. Transform Lives.
At Tell My Truth and Shame the Devil C.I.C., we are building a global movement rooted in truth-telling, healing, family, and the transformation of generations. Our mission is to confront childhood trauma, intergenerational trauma, and systemic injustices — and help people return to their true selves through community, knowledge, and love.
We work like a family: connected, supportive, purpose-driven… and full of laughter.
We are now expanding our team and looking for a Corporate Entertainer & Culture Animator — a warm, creative spirit who will bring joy, connection, and positive energy to our remote community.
This is a unique role and may be the first of its kind in the UK charity/CIC space.
If you are an entertainer with a heart for people, culture, and community — this could be the perfect home for your gifts.
Role: Corporate Entertainer & Culture Animator
Location: Remote (UK Time Zone Preferred)
Commitment: (flexible)
Pay: Volunteer role (paid opportunities to apply as the CIC scales)
Start Date: Immediately (after interview)
About The Role
We are looking for someone who naturally lights up a room — even a virtual one.
Your purpose is to help keep our volunteers, creatives, future ambassadors, and leadership team motivated, connected, and full of joy while we build something historic together.
Laughter is medicine — and you will be one of the healers.
You will bring creativity, humour, and fun to our organisation through:
- Games & icebreakers at meetings
- WhatsApp riddles, jokes, challenges & positive energy
- Weekly/monthly fun activities
- Virtual team bonding sessions
- Celebrations, awards & cultural themes
- Future in-person events, trips & gatherings
This role is about building joyful company culture for a mission that deals with serious topics — and reminding all of us that healing also includes play, community, and connection.
Who We’re Looking For
Someone who is:
- Naturally funny, joyful, charismatic, or expressive
- Loves entertaining people
- Creative with games, riddles, challenges, themes, and fun ideas
- Empathetic and sensitive to emotional topics
- Confident online and comfortable speaking in groups
- Culturally aware, especially within the Black and diaspora community
- Passionate about uplifting others
- Excited to help build a future global organisation
Ideal backgrounds include (but are not limited to):
- Comedians
- Actors
- Hosts/MCs
- Spoken word artists
- Content creators
- Team-building facilitators
- Corporate entertainers
- Youth workers with creative flair
- Performers
- Creative arts professionals
If you can bring joy, creativity, and community spirit, we want to meet you.
What You’ll Do
- Add light, energy, culture, and laughter to our team environment
- Create fun moments during Zoom meetings
- Run occasional virtual game nights or mini-events
- Share riddles, humour, and engagement in our WhatsApp groups
- Help team members bond and feel valued
- Celebrate wins, birthdays, and achievements
- Bring creative ideas to improve morale and connection
- Work alongside leadership to shape a positive, family-focused culture
- Support future in-person events such as team days, retreats, and awards nights
Why Join Us?
You will:
- Become part of a beautiful, movement-driven family
- Play a central role in shaping a loving, joyful global collective organisation
- Use your gifts to uplift volunteers, survivors and fundraisers
- Help restore emotional wellness through creativity and laughter
- Create a legacy of culture, joy, and belonging
- Grow with us as we scale towards reaching 1 billion people worldwide throughout the lifetime of the movement
We are building something bigger than all of us — and we want someone who brings light to join this journey.
How to Apply
Please send ONE of the following:
- A short email
- A WhatsApp voice note
- A short video (optional)
Tell us:
- Who you are
- What makes you a great fit for this role
- What creative talents you can bring
- A sample — joke, riddle, poem, short skit, or anything showcasing your energy
be as creative as you are.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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Are you a passionate people person?Join us as a Fundraising Volunteer!
We are looking for an enthusiastic volunteer to support Dimensions with fundraising as part of our 50th birthday celebrations in 2026.If you’re looking for Fundraising experience or you love to make a difference, this is the perfect opportunity to get involved!
Activities will include
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Launching Small Sparks grants and all associated fundraising as part of our 50th celebrations
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Encouraging the people we support and their support teams to think what they could do with a Small Sparks grant and make nominations
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Manage the small fundraising budget, aiming to maximise colleague participation
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Planning and delivering fundraising activities throughout the year
About you
We are looking for someone who is:
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A natural ball of energy and a people person.
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Passionate about supporting people to live better lives, with the communication skills to get colleagues, the people we support and their families to join you in your mission.
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Friendly and enthusiastic
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Reliable/dependable and willing to volunteer regularly (ideally 2 –3 days per week, around your availability)
Two character references will be required for this role.
What you’ll gain from being a Dimensions volunteer:
Dimensions provide support for autistic people and people with learning disabilities across the UK.
Our volunteers play a vital role in our work and in return, we support them with:
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Access to free online training (with access to 800 plus courses)
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Comprehensive support from professional and friendly Dimensions staff
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Reasonable expenses may be reimbursed at manager’s discretion
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An opportunity to gain real experience in the social care sector
Want to apply for this role?
If you’d like to be a Dimensions volunteer, please get in touch!
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Our Friends Ageing Better (FAB) project is looking for volunteer hosts for our FAB cafés around Bristol. In this volunteer role, you’ll be part of creating vibrant, welcoming community spaces that build relationships and connect people with activities in their local community.
At Age UK Bristol, we want to change the way we age. We aim to keep people aged 55+ well and active, encouraging Bristol to be an Age Friendly city. We do this in 3 ways - through providing practical help and supporting people’s emotional and physical wellbeing in a range of ways depending on their needs. In addition, we want to prevent people from needing our help wherever possible. We do this in our strategic work, where we aim to create the conditions for older adults to remain healthy and independent.
We are looking for FAB Cafe Host Volunteers for the following cafes
- Avonmouth - Mondays, 2:30-4:30
- Fishponds - Tuesday mornings
- Westbury-on-Trym - Wednesdays, 10:00-12:00
- Withywood - Tuesdays 11:00-1:00
The role involves
- Welcoming older people who are new to the FAB café
- Facilitating conversation and activities in the group
- Promoting your local FAB café and the FAB membership card scheme
- Keeping sign-up sheets for attendees at cafes
- Providing information about events and activities happening in the local area with the support of the FAB team
The qualities and skills required for this role are
- Welcoming and friendly disposition, with the ability to include people.
- Reliability.
- Ability to communicate well with a diverse range of people.
- Ability to respond to people’s varied access needs (such as hearing loss) to make sure each individual can participate well.
- Ability to work cooperatively in a busy community setting.
- An understanding of the needs of older people.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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Production Assistant
We are a Kingston-based social marketing enterprise using creative thinking to build community cohesion.We aim to attract knowledgeable individuals encouraging different cultures to unite which enables us to share and celebrate essential lessons. Partnering with local organisations, we put on programmes of training, workshops and other events that promote unity and tolerance. We conduct research to support our cause to challenge preconceptions around race and stereotyping. As well as delivering workshops on unconscious bias in the workplace.To learn more about our impactful work at Quilombo UK, we encourage you to explore our website and YouTube channel.
Join us in leading positive change!
Role Overview
As a Production Assistant, you will support the Video Production Manager and team in all stages of video production, focusing primarily on the pre and production phase. Your role will be crucial in ensuring that our video projects are well-planned and executed smoothly. You will be involved in tasks ranging from script writing to stage setting, ensuring that all necessary preparations are in place for successful video production.
Main Responsibilities
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Collaborate with the Video Production Manager to develop and refine scripts for various video projects, conducting research to gather relevant information and insights to inform script content and invite guests when necessary.
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Assist in planning and setting up stages for video shoots, including arranging props, lighting, and other necessary equipment, and coordinate with the production team to ensure all stage elements are in place.
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Work with the Video Production Manager to create detailed production schedules and timelines, and coordinate with cast, crew, and other stakeholders to ensure everyone is informed of shoot dates and times.
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Assist in identifying and securing suitable locations for video shoots, conducting site visits to assess the suitability of locations and addressing any logistical considerations.
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Organize and manage all production materials and resources, including scripts, shot lists, and production notes, ensuring all necessary permits and permissions are obtained for filming locations.
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Act as a point of contact between the pre/production team and other departments, ensuring smooth communication and collaboration, and provide regular updates to the Video Production Manager on the progress of pr/production tasks.
Essential
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Provide production assistance as needed (e.g. props, crafty, runner duties)
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Good interpersonal skills with ability to get on with people at all levels.
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Strong organizational and time management skills.
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Excellent written and verbal communication abilities.
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Creativity and attention to detail in script writing and stage setting.
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Experience in camera set-ups for live events /ob-doc /scripted content
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Appropriate DIT practices for media management
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Working knowledge of audio production and basic audio set-ups for live events and recorded audio.
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To show professionalism at all levels and in all environments
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Proficiency with Google Workspace/Microsoft Office
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Working knowledge of file codecs and wrappers
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Digital Asset Management (Utilising enterprise versions of Google Drive etc)
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Coordinating the activities of writers, directors, managers, actors, and other personnel throughout the production process
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Committed to working with the community with a passion for helping others less fortune
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1 + years of production in broadcast and film
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Understanding of broadcast acquisition standards for file deliveries
The Professional Development Programme with Quilombo UK is a 16-week UNPAID opportunity that requires a minimum commitment of 12 hours per week, Monday to Friday.
QUILOMBO UK is dedicated to fostering an inclusive workplace environment that values diversity and promotes equality for all employees. As part of our commitment to upholding these principles, we adhere to the guidelines outlined in the Equality Act 2010. We firmly believe in creating a workplace where all individuals are respected and treated fairly. Discrimination of any kind will not be tolerated.
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Barefoot and Free is a small UK-based charity that gifts unforgettable staycations to families with neurodivergent children or children affected by trauma.
We are seeking creative and committed Volunteer Fundraisers to help us grow our small charity.
This is a remote volunteer role ideal for someone looking to use their creative fundraising knowledge to make a meaningful impact.
Role Overview
As a Volunteer Fundraiser at Barefoot and Free, you will be reuired to come up with fun ideas to fundraise, be able to engage people to fundraise and encourage new supporters.
Key Responsibilities
- Plan, organise and execute virtual and in-person fundraising events (eg raffles, quizzes, sponsored challenges)
- Liase with fundraisng volunteers (eg sponsored runners etc)
- Ensure events run smoothly by preparing, schedules, materials and plans.
- Act as a main point of contact for invividual fundraisers and teams
- Regukar communication to offer encouragement and guidence.
- Procatively check they have everything they need (eg fundraisng pack, marketing materials)
- Create.design a central fundraising tracker (eg excel or similar)
- Log all fundraising activities, targets, deadlines ad progress updates
- Collaborate with the social media volunteers (if applicable) to amplify campaigns
- Support the recruitment of new fundraising volunteers
What You’ll Bring
- Clear friendly written and verbal communication
- Ability to confidently engage with fundraisers, donors and team members remotely
- Excellent time management and ability to co-ordinate multiple activities at once
- Structured approach to planning events and tracking fundraising progress
- Strong communication skills, self-motovated with the ability to work independently with minimum supervision
- A passion for charitable work and a willingness to contribute time and skills
Time Commitment
This is a flexible remote role. We ask for a commitment of 2 to 5 hours per week. We are happy to work around your availability.
What You’ll Gain
- A chance to use your skills for a good cause
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Hands-on experience in event planning, fundraising, and project coordination, ideal for CVs, job applications, or future charity roles.
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Remote, flexible volunteering that fits around your schedule — ideal for students, parents, or professionals looking to give back.
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Experience working in the charity sector
- Portfolio development and references on request
- Being part of a friendly supportive team making a difference
To apply please send a recent C.V along with a short note about yourself & with examples of any fundraising, event planning you have carried out.
We look forward to hearing from you.
Providing funded respite breaks for families of neurodivergent children and children affected by trauma.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.


