Activity volunteer roles in knightsbridge, greater london
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Help shape better lives for older people in Lewisham and Southwark
Age UK Lewisham and Southwark is a dynamic local charity committed to improving the lives of older people across two of London’s most vibrant and diverse boroughs. We support over 5,000 older people each year through life-enhancing services: from day centres to advice, befriending to wellbeing activities, and much more.
As part of the national Age UK network, we combine grassroots community knowledge with trusted service delivery. Our goal is a community where older people are valued, supported, and empowered to lead fulfilled lives.
The Role – Treasurer
As Treasurer and Trustee, you will play a key role in helping us achieve our mission. You will:
· Oversee the charity’s financial strategy and health, ensuring good governance and sustainability.
· Chair our Finance Sub-Committee and lead Board discussions on finance, investments, reserves, and risk.
· Support and challenge the CEO and Finance Director, providing strategic advice and guidance.
· Help drive long-term impact by ensuring robust financial planning aligns with our services for older people.
You will work closely with a committed group of Trustees and a skilled management team, making a meaningful contribution to the community.
What We Are Looking For
We’re keen to hear from people who:
· Are qualified accountants (ICAEW, ACCA, CIMA, CIPFA) or experienced senior finance professionals.
· Have excellent financial acumen, with the ability to communicate financial information clearly to non-finance colleagues.
· Have some experience of charity finance, fundraising and pension schemes.
· Have an interest in good governance and strategy and are effective team members.
· Share our commitment to improving the lives of older people and promoting equity, diversity, and inclusion.
Experience as a trustee is helpful but not essential - support and induction will be provided.
Time Commitment
· Board of Trustees: Meets 4 times per year (evenings, hybrid).
· Finance Sub-Committee: Meets 4 times per year (Treasurer chairs).
· Additional availability to liaise with the Chair, CEO, and Finance Director (typically monthly).
· Attendance at the Annual General Meeting and Annual Away Day.
Total commitment: approx. 6-8 days annually with flexibility and remote options.
Why Join Us
· Make a tangible difference in your local community.
· Gain or deepen non-executive leadership experience.
· Join a friendly, committed Board with a positive culture of teamwork.
· Be part of an organisation that values diversity, inclusion, and personal development.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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Seeking Conference Planner to coordinate logistics, collaborate with stakeholders, and ensure a seamless conference experience for attendees of our upcoming conference.
DESCRIPTION SUMMARY:
The IWI Conference Planner will be responsible for the full lifecycle of an event, from strategic planning and budgeting to on-site logistics and post-event evaluation, ensuring the event aligns with The IWI's mission and goals. Key duties include venue and vendor selection, budget management, marketing and attendee registration, speaker and sponsor coordination, managing event staff and volunteers, ensuring compliance with safety regulations, and reporting on event success to leadership. This role requires strong project management, budget management, communication, and negotiation skills to deliver a high-quality experience within financial constraints.
RESPONSIBILITIES:
Event Strategy & Planning:
Collaborate with stakeholders to define event goals, themes, and target audiences, and develop comprehensive plans and timelines.
Budget Management:
Create and manage event budgets, identifying cost-effective solutions, securing sponsorships, and tracking expenditures to meet financial objectives.
Logistics & Operations:
Oversee all logistical aspects, including venue selection, vendor management (catering, AV, decor), and event setup and breakdown.
Marketing & Communication:
Develop and implement marketing and promotion strategies to attract attendees, manage attendee registrations, and ensure smooth communication before and during the event.
Stakeholder & Speaker Management:
Coordinate with internal teams, external partners, and speakers, managing contracts and ensuring all logistical needs are met.
On-site Management:
Provide leadership and support on the day of the event, troubleshooting issues, coordinating staff and volunteers, and ensuring the event runs smoothly.
Post-Event Activities:
Conduct post-event evaluations, analyse success metrics, gather feedback, and prepare reports to inform future events.
REQUIRED SKILLS AND QUALIFICATIONS:
Project Management:
Strong ability to manage multiple tasks, prioritise deadlines, and develop detailed event plans.
Budget Management:
Proficiency in creating, managing, and adhering to budgets.
Communication & Negotiation:
Excellent written and verbal communication skills to interact with diverse stakeholders and negotiate with vendors.
Organisational Skills:
Meticulous attention to detail to manage complex logistics and ensure all event components are coordinated effectively.
Problem-Solving:
Ability to think on your feet, identify roadblocks, and provide timely, thoughtful solutions to unexpected challenges.
Tech Savvy:
Experience with various event platforms and tools for virtual and in-person events.
Passion for The IWI's Mission:
Understanding and alignment with the organisation's core mission to effectively promote and execute relevant events.
EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS:
- Proven experience in conference planning or event management, with a track record of successful event execution.
- Knowledge of industry best practices and trends in conference planning and management.
- Knowledge with sponsorship and donor acquisition.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and event management software.
- Strong organisational and time management skills, with the ability to work autonomously and meet deadlines.
- Ability to work flexible hours, including evenings and weekends, as required for conference.
- Familiarity with budget management and financial tracking for conferences.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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Could you use your social media, marketing and communications experience to raise the profile of a small charity? Help us to increase our social media presence and engagement, generate greatr content and help promote existing activities.
Our charity delivers a range of awareness campaigns and support services to patients, relatives, partners and carers who have been affected by a poorly understood pain condition; Complex Regional Pain Syndrome (CRPS). We are looking for 4 experienced social media and communications volunteers who are able to develop posts including graphics and campaigns from inception to design, create fresh and engaging content, increase engagement and to increase awareness of the charity and of the condition we represent.
Even though we are a small organisation we have big ideas and would like to draw on your experience in the communications world to help the charity deliver engaging content and communications to help us spread our aims and message to all our audience.
What Will You Be Doing?
- Engagement: Help increase engagement, improve the number of followers/likes, create & execute a content calendar
- Content Creation: Produce fresh, branded and engaging content for our social media channels
- Graphics: Prepare graphics and text for sharing across channels
- Engage with our followers and encourage interaction
- Manage and maintain social media channels on a regular basis
- Support charity campaigns, marketing, events and fundraising activities by promoting them on our social media feeds
- Use your creative skills to support strategies to engage, grow, and widen our target audiences
- Develop publicity materials and communication techniques for social media to raise awareness of our chronic condition
You will be with a small team of volunteers who will provide an overview of our existing social media content, our brand and how we have approached our social media content to date.
Experience
We are looking for a volunteer who has experience in:
- Different types of marketing and communications media, including electronic and social media
- Writing and editing marketing content for social media platforms including Facebook, X, Pinterest, Instagram, TikTok, YouTube and LinkedIn (especially TikTok, Instagram Reels & posts and YouTube)
- Building strategies to increase social media following and /or build fundraising or awareness campaigns
- Developing a coherent brand voice for social media, from content creation to community interactions
- Using and setting up tools such as Buffer, Canva etc
- Creating and executing content calendars to help plan social media activity
Skills Required
- Excellent written communication skills
- Accuracy and attention to detail
- Creative writing and design abilities
- Good computer and digital skills
- Enthusiasm for communications and marketing and willingness to learn
- Ability to quickly understand the needs of our team / organisation / users
- Ability to transform small snippets of information into interesting and engaging stories suitable for X, Facebook, Instagram etc.
- Understands the resource constraints of a small charity and is able to work with these
- Open to feedback
- An interest in helping Burning Nights CRPS Support achieve its aims
- Good organisational skills
- Excellent interpersonal skills, and able to work as part of a team
What Difference You Will Make
You will join the charity during a critical and challenging period and your expert knowledge and experience will be invaluable to our success. You will have a key role in ensuring we can maintain our support services and become a sustainable charity to allow us to fulfil our aims.
Benefits
You would be a part of our small, friendly and forward-thinking charity team, focused on reaching people who may not have heard about the charity or about the condition. You would have a key role in developing a socoal media strategy for a small charity. This is a fantastic opportunity for you to make a real difference to a rare condition.
You will further develop your communication skills, gain PR and marketing experience and develop your social media skills.
This is a remote volunteering role, volunteering from your own home.
To drive change for Complex Regional Pain Syndrome (CRPS) & ensure people whose lives have been touched by this condition are not alone.





Design the Programmes That Bring People Back to Life
Loneliness doesn’t always look like silence. Sometimes it’s a smile that doesn’t reach the eyes, or a voice that hasn’t been heard in days. SUNSHINE is a new, grassroots charity built to change that—by creating spaces where people feel connected, confident, and cared for.
We’re launching coffee mornings, digital inclusion workshops, fitness groups, and befriending programmes—all designed to rebuild community from the ground up. But we need someone to lead the charge.
Why This Role Matters
As our Programme and Projects Manager, you’ll be the architect of impact. You’ll take our vision and turn it into real-world programmes that combat isolation and foster belonging. From planning to delivery, you’ll help shape the heartbeat of SUNSHINE.
This is a vital role for someone who wants to make things happen—and make them matter.
What You’ll Do
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Design and launch community programmes that address loneliness and promote wellbeing.
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Coordinate volunteers and partners to deliver impactful, inclusive activities.
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Develop project plans, timelines, and feedback loops to ensure continuous improvement.
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Collaborate with our Founder and our Trustees to align programmes with our mission and values.
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Help us measure impact—capturing the stories and statistics that show real change.
What You’ll Bring
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Experience in project or programme management (professional or volunteer).
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A creative, compassionate mindset and a drive to make things better.
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Strong organisational skills and the ability to turn ideas into action.
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A belief in the power of community to heal and uplift.
What You’ll Gain
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The chance to shape a charity from the ground up.
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A meaningful role in transforming lives and building connection.
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A team of passionate changemakers who value your leadership and care.
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Legacy, purpose, and the joy of seeing your work make a real difference.
Let’s build programmes that bring people back into the light. Let’s be the sunshine.
JOIN OUR TEAM
Be The SUNSHINE In Peoples Lives
SUNSHINE is London based dedicated to bringing people together, fostering connections, enhancing wellbeing and transforming lives.

The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
You can make a big difference in just a few hours.
We’re looking for enthusiastic volunteers to support our next Cancer Research UK Shine Night Walk event in London, on the 20th September 2025.
Whether you’re coming solo, bringing a friend or part of a larger group, your support means our event can run smoothly and raise money to fund lifesaving research.
We’re looking for people who are:
Engaging, friendly and keen to make sure everyone has a brilliant day.
Willing to get stuck in and help.
Good communicators.
Flexible and can use their own initiative.
Team players – you’ll be joining a lovely bunch of other volunteers!
At Cancer Research UK we're committed to creating an inclusive culture where everyone can be themselves and reach their full potential. We have a variety of roles available and will happily consider making any reasonable adjustments to support volunteer applications from people with a disability or health condition.
Whether you’re a first-time volunteer or a seasoned veteran, we’d love for you to join us!
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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London City Mission (LCM) shares the gospel alongside the local church of London, equipping everyday Christians to lovingly bring a message of hope in Christ to those least likely to hear it.
Webber Street is LCM’S Day Centre for people who are homeless - based just around the corner from Waterloo station. We welcome up to 70 guests a day - we seek to give them not only relief from life on the streets, but also help in taking the first step out of homelessness.
We also seek to meet the emotional and spiritual needs of guests, as well as the physical ones, to help restore some of the dignity that life on the streets has taken from them and to share the life-transforming news of Jesus!
Role Description:
Morning Volunteer (Mondays to Thursdays 8:00-12:30)
This role involves serving our guests breakfast at our morning sessions when we usually have around 60-80 guests each session. Our volunteers come from many walks of life, backgrounds and church traditions, we want to make the best use of your gifts to connect with all of our guests and provide relevant support to them.
No. of volunteers required: 3 each morning
Afternoon Volunteer (Mondays to Thursdays 13:00-16:00)
You can also join us in helping at our weekly afternoon sessions when we have a smaller number of guests. Perhaps you have a gift of listening and coming alongside others; maybe you have artistic gifts where you can come up with new ideas for art and crafts activities and taking the lead in making these happen; maybe you have the skills to help the men with their CVs; maybe you like to show hospitality in welcoming our guests or have a heart serve drinks and refreshments; you can also join or be the lead of our weekly Bible Group.
Our weekly afternoon schedule are as follows:
Mondays- Arts group
Wednesdays- Bible group
Thursdays- Drop in (fortnightly)
No. of volunteers required: 2 each afternoon
Women only space (Fridays 9:00-12:30)
This is a designated safe space for women guests which operates once per week at our centre. You can join our team if you would like to support our women guests.
Note: This is for female volunteers only
Centre Team
This role involves supporting the centre practically by working in our clothes store, assisting in the kitchen, and doing other practical jobs around the building such as maintenance. It's a hands-on type of role but a vital part of the ongoing ministry of Webber Street.
General Tasks
The role of volunteers at Webber Street Day Centre is to welcome and care for our guests from homeless communities. You will help to ensure smooth operation of the Day Centre by preparing the space and leaving, to help with respective activities based on its weekly programme. Specific duties will include some of the following:
Morning sessions:
o Meeting and welcoming the people who come to Webber Street Day Centre
o Assisting our staff and other volunteers in preparing the room for our guests and leaving it clean and tidy at the end of the session
o Socialising and chatting with those who attend
o Having gospel conversations with our guests
o Praying with guests at their request
o Signposting guests to where they can get help and advice
Afternoon sessions:
o Similar to the tasks in morning session, while volunteer may lead or help with art and craft activities, lead or help with bible group, welcoming guests and help with refreshments.
About You
We are looking for Christians have a compassionate heart to care for those on the margins of society and want to put their faith into action by serving.
We want to make the best use of your gifts and experience, as well as finding a time that fits with your schedule, so we’ll work with you to define how we can serve best. We have volunteers commit to come weekly, fortnightly or monthly etc.
You should be comfortable sharing your faith with guests at natural opportunities.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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Based in the Reception of the Main Gallery, you will be the first point of contact for visitors to the Gallery, giving a warm welcome, assisting with enquiries and ensuring a high-quality visitor experience. You will also support the day to day running of the Gallery, dealing with administrative duties and supporting the Gallery Shop, sharing product information with visitors and taking sales.
Tasks and Responsibilities
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Welcoming and engaging visitors, providing information about the gallery and programmes
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Responding to telephone, email and face to face enquiries
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Being a visible presence in the Gallery space, ensuring everyone’s safety and the security of artwork and our retail space
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Guiding visitors around the gallery and wider site
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Assisting with sales and shop displays, including cash handling
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Maintaining a neat and tidy reception and retail area
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Supporting our retail work, with stocktaking, pricing and other tasks
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Monitoring visitor numbers and contributing to evaluation initiatives
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Representing the Gallery and Richmond Arts Service
What we hope you will get from the role
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The opportunity to meet new people and engage with the local community
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Improved and demonstrable administration and communication skills
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Valuable insight and experience of a contemporary art gallery, crossing the arts, cultural and heritage sectors
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An understanding of the breadth of arts activity offered by Richmond Arts Service
Training and Support
We will provide training and an induction which covers all aspects of the role. On-going support and supervision will be provided by staff throughout your time with us. Additionally, there are regular training sessions to supplement and further your initial training, as well as a varied programme of volunteer events and activities to join in, meet people and learn something new!
Desirable qualities and experience
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Enthusiasm for meeting and engaging with people and sharing information
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Interest for contemporary art, local history and/or heritage
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Able to answer enquiries in a friendly and helpful manner
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Willingness to learn, particularly administrative skills
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Enjoys being part of a team
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Ability to complete tasks independently
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Good time keeping
Availability
The gallery is open to the public Tuesday to Sunday, 10am – 5pm, with two volunteer shifts a day, 10am – 1pm and 1pm – 5pm.
We ask for a minimum commitment of one shift every fortnight, although there is flexibility over scheduling.
Location
This role is based at Orleans House Gallery in the Main Gallery building.
Expenses
We will cover travel expenses up to £14 per day.
How to Apply
Please complete our application form through our website.
Our Volunteers Co-ordinator will then contact you for an introductory chat, to learn more about your interest in volunteering and discuss the role further.
Background
Richmond Arts Service is based at Orleans House Gallery on the Riverside in Twickenham, promoting arts and culture through a programme of contemporary art exhibitions, festivals, events and activities for everyone in the community.
We foster creativity and enjoyment of the arts, enable people to reflect on their lives and develop new ways of seeing the world. We bring thought-provoking art to the Borough and cultivate a network of individuals, organisations and programmes that nourishes the arts, local organisations and communities.
Home to the Richmond Borough Art Collection, comprising of over 4,400 artworks, at a site with a rich 300+ year history, Orleans House Gallery works with local, national and international artists and community partners to engage with the community, as we have done since 1972.
Building community through creativity
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Who They Are
The Rebecca Swift Foundation (RSF) is a registered charity dedicated to uplifting and supporting women poets across the UK to achieve their full creative potential. Established in memory of the poet and editor Rebecca Swift, the Foundation works to advance the craft, creativity, and wellbeing of women poets through its flagship initiatives, including the Women Poets’ Prize, the Women Poets’ Network, and the Women Poets’ Festival.
To date, RSF has directly supported over 2,500 women poets through prizes, events, training opportunities, and membership activities, with alumnae featured in leading publications such as The Guardian and The Telegraph. Its work is guided by a strong ethos of accessibility: services are low-cost or free wherever possible, in recognition of the financial precarity experienced by many women poets.
The Role
The Rebecca Swift Foundation is seeking a new Chair to help guide the organisation beyond its current Arts Council England funded programme. The Chair will work closely with the Board of Trustees and Project Manager to align the Foundation’s long-term strategy with its ambitions to expand reach, secure financial sustainability, and maintain its commitment to equity and inclusion.
RSF is also recruiting new Trustees to strengthen the Board with expertise in areas such as fundraising, governance, advocacy, income generation, community development, and sector connections. While direct experience in poetry is not required, an interest in literary creativity and a commitment to amplifying women’s voices are essential.
Responsibilities of Trustees
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Attend quarterly Board meetings (currently online) and relevant working groups
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Agree and monitor RSF’s strategy, ensuring delivery of its charitable objectives
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Ensure legal, charitable, and financial compliance and uphold best practice
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Safeguard the financial stability of the organisation, supporting income generation through grants, donations, and partnerships
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Oversee recruitment and performance of the Project Manager and any future staff
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Use personal skills and expertise to strengthen Board decision-making
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Promote and uphold the Foundation’s values and activities
What They Are Looking For
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A Chair with fundraising, governance, and strategy experience; prior non-executive board experience is desirable
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Trustees with knowledge of the literary landscape, or transferable skills in advocacy, partnerships, community development, and income generation
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Candidates with a passion for supporting women and creativity, with or without prior trustee experience (training will be provided)
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An inclusive and collaborative approach, aligned with RSF’s ethos
Commitment and Terms
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Trustees are appointed for a 3-year term, renewable for a second, with a third term possible by special resolution
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Four Board meetings per year, plus occasional working groups, training, or events
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The role is voluntary; reasonable travel and related expenses are reimbursed
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Applicants must be based in the UK and have the right to work in the UK
Eligibility
Trustees must meet Charity Commission requirements. Individuals are disqualified if they:
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Have an unspent conviction for dishonesty or deception
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Are bankrupt or subject to an individual voluntary arrangement
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Have been removed as a company director or charity trustee due to misconduct
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We are looking for someone who shares our values to join us as a Trustee and Manager of our Bursary Programme, funding music lessons for children and young people in Surrey who would not otherwise be able to afford them.
Specific Tasks
- To ensure smooth running of the bursary applications process for recipients, delivery partners and the bursary administrator
- To oversee applications where required, approving invoices and tracking budgets
- To monitor and refine the bursaries criteria and process to ensure the Trust is targeting bursaries effectively
- To work with the Bursary Administrator to assist with individual applications, refer approvals to the board where required, check and approve invoices
- To work with the Treasurer to monitor and report spend against budget
- To work with the Music Education Trustee to ensure that the criteria and process for CKTs bursaries maximises CKT’s impact
- To work with the marketing and communications manager to provide details of bursary recipients for newsletters
- To work with the CKT board and delivery partners (Surrey Arts and other music lesson providers) to identify and implement any process changes
- To work with other partner organisations (Future Talent, AYM) to agree and monitor bursaries offered
- To attend and contribute to board meetings
- To perform such other tasks and activities for CKT as skills and time allow
Skills and experience required
- Good organisational skills,
- Attention to detail,
- Ability to methodically follow, apply and improve standard processes
- Good people skills
- Financial diligence
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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Role Description
Title: Trustee
Overall:
Be committed to the organisation and its work, to act with integrity and selflessness, and to be open, honest and accountable at all times. To understand and accept the legal duties, responsibilities and liabilities of trusteeship. Be willing to devote the necessary time and efforts to duties as a trustee and as a member of the organisation.
Duties & Tasks:
· To ensure that the organisation complies with and functions within the legal and financial requirements of its constitution, Memorandum and Articles of Association, and any other relevant legislation and regulations.
· To ensure that the organisation pursues objects as defined by its constitution and within aims, policies and procedures agreed by the Board of Trustees.
· With the other trustees to formulate and review the strategic aims and direction of the organisation.
· To promote the organisation and act always in its best interests. To safeguard the good name and values of the organisation and always strive to achieve best practice and the highest standards.
Formulating strategic aims
· Consider the organisation as a whole and its members, in the context of both national and local policies, priorities and political influences.
· Reflect the organisation’s vision and principles, strategy and policies at all times and particularly when developing the strategic and annual plan.
· Contribute specific strategic skills, interests and/or contacts
· Contribute to plans to positively promote the organisation to individuals, organisations and a wider audience e.g. potential members.
· Support the organisation in all its activities in conjunction with the Chief Executive.
Ensuring policies and practices are in keeping with aims and objectives.
· Ensure that the organisation applies its resources in furtherance of its objects and manages its funds properly.
· Follow the organisations policies and procedures at all times, particularly when exercising the functions of the Board of Trustees.
· Contribute actively to and regularly attend meetings of the Board.
Ensuring best practice and highest standards.
· Be an active member of the Board of Trustees in exercising its responsibilities and functions.
· Support and maintain good relations with all staff; members, volunteers and other Board of Trustees.
· Take part in training sessions provided for the benefit of the Board Trustees.
· Fulfilling such other duties and assignments as may be required from time to time by the Board of Trustees.
· Use your best judgment, knowledge, skills and experience to help the organisation and Board of Trustees to make sound decisions and be effective.
· To maintain a strategic view of the organisation and role as a trustee to support the Chief Executive in delivering the business plan and strategy.
· Should the trustee also take on an additional volunteer role for the organisation, to be clear on how the two roles are separate.
· To direct enquiries regarding advice, support or advocacy required into the staff team who can ensure that the person is directed to or referred into the appropriate service.
· To not raise complaints on behalf of the Coalition without the express agreement of both the Co-Chair’s and the Chief Executive.
We are run and managed by Disabled people for Disabled people. Our aim is to campaign and promote the rights of Disabled people to live independently
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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Family Lives was formed over forty years ago by volunteers with the aim of ensuring that all parents had somewhere to turn before they reach crisis point.
Remote Family Support Volunteer – Live Chat
We know that the right support at the right time makes all the difference. Family Lives provides targeted early intervention and crisis support to families who are struggling.
Organisational values:
Mission: We build better family lives together.
Vision: Families should have access to active support and understanding.
Values: Trustworthy, Compassionate and Collaborative
Purpose of the role: To be part of a flexible team providing empathic, caring and informed support to families, carers and others who use our services.
Live chat: is a free confidential service that is accessed via our website. Service users are offered emotional support, information and advice and guidance on a broad range of family issues.
Supervised by: The Shift Supervisor
Activities: The volunteer will be fully supervised, supported and trained to provide the following activities:
·Provide emotional support to family members via our live chat service
·Use the Family Lives support model and tools to provide an empathic responses
·Ensure that all service users receive a high quality experience
·Sign post users to other agencies for information and additional support
·Complete conversation data records
·Alert the shift supervisor to any difficult situations
General: Volunteers should be willing to:
·Attend the relevant volunteer training
·Maintain confidentiality and adhere to the other policies and procedures of the organisation
·Participate in regular support, supervision meetings and learning sessions as agreed
For home based volunteers only:
·Volunteers will need a Laptop/PC, plug in headset with microphone, fast broadband and a private place to work from home
·Volunteers need to be IT/PC literate and confident troubleshooting should they have technical difficulties
Time: We would be looking for volunteers to commit to one four-hour shift per week, plus attending training and supervision.
Location: working remotely from home
You need to be a UK resident.
Supervision and Support:
·Supervision during shifts
·Debrief after every shift
·1 to 1 supervision every 6 months
·Staff available outside of shift within office hours
·Annual review
The Benefits of Volunteering:
·Satisfaction in making a real and lasting difference to families who are struggling
·An opportunity to develop experience for CV and references. Family Lives is committed to helping volunteers develop their own learning and development, gaining new skills, knowledge or work experience
·Being part of a team of Family Lives volunteers and staff
·Personal development
·Opportunities to meet and interact with a wide range of people
·Out of pocket expenses reimbursed to a maximum of £10 per session if working from a centre
·Flexible hours
Volunteer Person Specification. We are looking for individuals who:
·Have experience of parenting/being in a parenting role or demonstrable experience of working with parents or children e.g. in their work, previous volunteering or a previous role
·Have an ability to respond empathically to emotional content
·Good written and verbal communication
·Have good keyboard skills and IT skills, with a minimum of 45 wpm
·Can demonstrate a willingness to question their own attitudes e.g. toward different forms of parenting
·Have a fluent, descriptive and expressive use of English
·Can remain open minded and non-judgemental
·Willing to commit to work within Family Lives’ policies, in particular our Confidentiality Policy and Risk of Harm Procedures
·Willing to commit to attending regular supervision and support sessions
·Willing to work as part of a team
·Willing to commit to a mutually agreed period or ideally a 12 months commitment to the organisation.
Typing Task Prior to Application for Live Chat
Prior to you submitting your application for a Live Chat Volunteer, we will require you to do a speed test, we ask for a minimum speed of 45 words per minute.
Please take a screen shot and send it across with your application
You can have up to 3 attempts and decide which result you would like to forward as part of your application
Typing task
Go to the website typingtest
You are required to take the one minute typing test recording all of the results (speed, number of errors and adjusted speed).
We have remote voluntary call taker training groups the dates are below are you would need to be able to attend all 5 Modules from the training group.
Our next training groups are:
Tues 16th Sept = Please note different day
Wed 24th Sept
Weds 1st Oct
Weds 8th Oct
Wed 15th Oct
10am - 2pm
Please note that all roles offered are subject to a satisfactory DBS being obtained, you will receive details of documentation required prior to your training and this must all be in no later than the second session of your training.
Typing Task Prior to Application for Live Chat
Prior to you submitting your application for a Live Chat Volunteer, we will require you to do a speed test, we ask for a minimum speed of 45 words per minute.
Please take a screen shot and send it across with your application
You can have up to 3 attempts and decide which result you would like to forward as part of your application
Typing task
Go to the website typingtest
You are required to take the one minute typing test recording all of the results (speed, number of errors and adjusted speed).
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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Wanted: Volunteer Graphic Designer - FLEXIBLE and REMOTE
Help Creative A Visionary Youth Work Charity In London!
Urban Youth isn't just another charity. We're a brand new youth community designed to change young people's lives in London. We're talking about giving them happy memories, creating lasting friendships, and building the essential skills they'll need for adulthood. We want to provide opportunities and experiences they simply won't get anywhere else.
But to do that, we need to be seen, heard, and remembered. We need a visual identity that screams "cool," "modern," and "inspiring"—one that speaks directly to young people aged 11-19 years old in London.
That's where you come in.
We're looking for you to help us create an exciting youthful brand that attracts young people aged 11 to 19 years old in London to be part of this new youth work community. We're looking for a volunteer Graphic Designer who wants to be a founding creative force behind Urban Youth. You won't just design our brand; you'll help define our future.
What You'll Be Creating:
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Our Signature Logo: A powerful, youthful, and modern mark that will become synonymous with positive change for young people in London.
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A Complete Brand Guide: You'll help us develop the visual language we'll use across all our platforms—from our website and social media to our promotional materials and merchandise.
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The Foundation of Our Visual Story: Every graphic, every colour, every font choice you make will help us attract the young people and community partners we need to succeed.
If you would like to help us build a whole brand, we will then move on to the design of;
- Social Media Posts: Promoting Urban Youth, our Projects and activities and encouraging people to volunteer, donate, join us, support us or get involved in other ways.
- Website Branded Images: To help keep our website in our branding design so that we are recognisable.
- Roller Banners/Posters: Promoting Urban Youth, our Projects and activities and encouraging people to volunteer, donate, join us, support us or get involved in other ways.
This is a unique opportunity to build YOUR portfolio with real-world impact. You'll gain experience working with a dynamic start-up, collaborating with passionate founders, and creating a brand that has the power to inspire thousands. Your work will be a key part of our journey from a small start-up to a registered charity that changes lives. We'll also even write a testimony or reference for you as a thank you for your help and support to help us on our journey to success with young people across London.
Are you ready to design a legacy?
Help us create a brand that empowers a generation.
Apply now to become our founding Graphic Designer: Be Part Of The Change!
JOIN OUR TEAM, OUR FAMILY OUR COMMUNITY
URBAN YOUTH
Positive and engaging youth work activities and programmes that help young people discover themselves, build life skills and help shape their destiny.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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This organisation is scheduling interviews as applications come in. They're ready to hire as soon as they find the right person. Don't miss your opportunity, apply now!
Finance Volunteer
We’re the MS Society – a community of people living with MS, scientists, campaigners, listeners, organisers, ambassadors and fundraisers. Our volunteers are a key part of achieving our goals and their support is vital. Join us.
About this opportunity
We are looking to recruit a Finance Volunteer for our Greenwich Group. As a Finance Volunteer, you would be joining a coordinating team of volunteers to plan and deliver services and activities to support people locally.
You will maintain and approve income and expenditure records and explain financial information clearly to other group members. You would ensure our financial requirements and policies are followed, and that money is spent in a cost effective manner.
This is a great opportunity to gain experience with a large charity, develop your existing skills and learn new ones. We need you to get involved and help make positive changes to the lives of people affected by MS.
About you
You’ll have an interest in the MS Society and the work that we do, as well as the enthusiasm to represent both us and our values locally. You will understand the needs of people affected by MS in your area and be sympathetic to the needs and motivations of volunteers. You’ll be comfortable with figures, preferably with an accounting or business background.
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The MS Society is committed to promoting diversity. We can only offer roles to over 18s.
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Position Overview:
The Programme Specialist is critical in supporting the delivery of a high-impact employability and skills development programme. Working under the guidance of the Programme Lead, this position focuses on coordinating projects, managing participant engagement, and ensuring the smooth execution of training initiatives, mentorship activities, and job placement efforts. The Programme Specialist directly empowers individuals to achieve workforce readiness and sustainable employment.
Key Responsibilities:
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Project Coordination:
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Assist in managing day-to-day activities of the programme, including onboarding, skills assessments, and skills development of participants.
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Track progress against programme milestones (e.g., participant enrollment and completion rates) and flag delays to the Programme Lead.
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Participant Support:
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Serve as a primary point of contact for participants, addressing inquiries and providing guidance on programme resources, training modules, and job search tools.
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Maintain accurate participant records, including attendance, skill assessments, and post-program outcomes.
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Stakeholder Engagement:
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Support the Programme Lead in building relationships with internal stakeholders.
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Data Management & Reporting:
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Collect and analyse data on participant progress, employment outcomes, and programme effectiveness using CRM systems or databases.
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Prepare regular reports for the Programme Lead to inform decision-making and demonstrate impact to funders/stakeholders.
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Logistics & Compliance:
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Manage programme materials, including training resources, digital platforms, and participant handbooks.
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Ensure compliance with programme guidelines, confidentiality policies, and grant reporting requirements.
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Continuous Improvement:
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Gather feedback from participants and partners to identify opportunities to enhance programme delivery.
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Support the implementation of new tools or processes to improve efficiency and participant satisfaction.
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Required Qualifications:
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Education: Bachelor’s degree in Social Sciences, Education, Human Resources, or a related field.
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Experience:
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1–3 years in programme coordination, workforce development, adult education, or a similar role.
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Experience working with diverse populations, including youth, underserved communities, or career changers.
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Skills:
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Strong organisational and multitasking abilities, with attention to detail.
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Proficiency in Google products (Forms, Sheets, Docs, Slides) and familiarity with CRM tools.
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Excellent interpersonal and communication skills for engaging participants and stakeholders.
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Basic data analysis and reporting capabilities.
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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.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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UKuhamba
Ukuhamba produces lightweight, custom-made, and affordable prosthetics using 3D printing technology to improve the lives of amputees living with disabilities, restoring their independence and dignity.
Ukuhamba aims to address several social and environmental challenges such as:
- Limited access to prosthetic devices: Many individuals in Africa, particularly in rural areas, lack access to prosthetic devices due to high costs, limited infrastructure, and a shortage of trained personnel.
- Social stigma associated with disability: People with disabilities, especially amputees, often face social exclusion, stigma, and discrimination, which can lead to feelings of isolation, low self-esteem, and depression.
- Economic burden of disability:The lack of access to prosthetic devices can result in significant economic burdens on individuals and communities, limiting their ability to participate in education, employment, and community activities.
- Environmental impact of prosthetic production: Traditional prosthetic production methods can have a significant environmental impact, which Ukuhamba aims to mitigate by using recycled materials, such as plastic water bottles, in their 3D printing process.
Ukuhamba addresses social and environmental challenges in several ways:
- Increasing accessibility to prosthetics: They provide affordable, custom-made prosthetic limbs to individuals with physical disabilities, particularly in South Africa where access to these devices is limited. Currently, only about 30.5% of individuals in need have access to prosthetics.
- Reducing stigma associated with disability: By infusing fashion into their prosthetic designs, Ukuhamba aims to empower users to proudly showcase their prosthetics, challenging societal stigmas surrounding disability.
- Environmental sustainability: Ukuhamba utilizes recycled materials, such as plastic bottles, in their 3D printing process, reducing waste and promoting eco-friendliness.
- Empowering individuals with disabilities: Their prosthetic solutions enable individuals to regain independence, mobility, and dignity, allowing them to participate more fully in daily life activities and contribute to their communities.
- Promoting inclusivity: By providing low-cost prosthetics, Ukuhamba bridges the gap for underprivileged individuals who cannot afford these devices, fostering greater inclusivity and social equality.
Graphic Designer
Volunteer Role Description (remote, unpaid)
-Develop creative concepts and visual designs based on project requirements. -Create graphics, illustrations, layouts, and visual assets for websites, social media, advertisements, brochures, packaging, and other marketing materials. -Collaborate with marketing, product, and content teams to ensure cohesive messaging and brand consistency. -Use design software such as Adobe Creative Suite (Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign, etc.). -Revise and iterate on designs based on feedback and direction from stakeholders. -Stay updated on design trends and emerging technologies to keep creative work fresh and relevant.
Weekly Time Commitment
7-9 hours per week
Duration of Volunteer Role (remote)
3-5 months
We connect professionals with impact startups matching their causes, skills & schedule.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.