Administration Volunteer Roles in Colchester, Essex

Do you enjoy organising things and making this happen?

Are you able to volunteer a few hours a week?

Yes? We’d love to hear from you.

We’re looking for a further 12 admin volunteers to help with our daily operations.  We have a variety of ways you can get involved:

• Responding to client requests and enquiries
• Managing and updating company databases
• Keeping track of partnership enquiries
• Maintaining internal, volunteer, and client records
• Drafting and mailing client correspondence and newsletters
• Organising events, scheduling meetings, and making travel arrangements
• Providing administrative support to other departments or projects as needed
• Performing other duties as agreed in advance

We’ve designed our volunteering programme to be flexible and adaptive to you.  All volunteering is 100% remote and you’re supported fully by our team.  You control what you do and how many hours per week you want to volunteer.  Some roles may require an Enhanced DBS check. If your application is successful, we will ask for a donation towards the cost of your enhanced DBS check if it's required for your role. This cost is £20.60.

Here’s some further information on what’s needed:

Are you over 18 and living in the UK?

You must be over the 18 years of age and live permanently in the UK.  You must be a UK resident to apply for this role.

Do you have a laptop?

A laptop and a quiet space to volunteer is essential.

How much time can you give?

A minimum of 3 hours per week is required. We are flexible and like to work around you.

Training

We provide CPD accredited training with 3 short courses needing to be completed prior starting your volunteer role.  After, you’ll have access to over 90 CPD accredited courses should you want to study further.

Role: Charity Administrator / Manager / Trustee
Location: Remote
Job Type: Part-time

About Us:
The Spiritual Arts Foundation is a unique UK arts organisation dedicated to promoting the spiritual exploration of artistic expression. We believe in the transformative power of spirituality and the arts to inspire individuals and communities. Our organisation has over 90 professional creative members, including artists, authors, composers, singer-songwriters, filmmakers, and producers, 1200+ members within our ‘Spiritual Creatives’ Meetup group and a rapidly expanding volunteer management team of more than 40 writers, marketers, art historians, social media and digital marketing experts.

Position Overview:
The Spiritual Arts Foundation is seeking a highly experienced and knowledgeable Charity Administrator / Manager to join our team. The ideal candidate will have an understanding of charity law and regulations in the UK, along with extensive practical experience in setting up charities, Community Interest Companies (CICs), and Companies Limited by Guarantee (CLGs). In addition to possessing exceptional organizational and project management skills, the candidate should also have a genuine interest in spiritual subjects and a passion for making a difference in the world.

Responsibilities:

You will be required to:

• Provide expert guidance and support in the setup and registration of charities, CICs, and CLGs, ensuring compliance with relevant UK legislation and regulatory requirements.
• Consult with our legal team on the preparation of legal documentation, including governing documents, constitutions, and articles of association.
• Assist in the establishment of appropriate governance structures, and work with our HR team regarding the recruitment and training of trustees and board members.
• Assist our management and accounting teams to choose optimal bank accounts and obtain the necessary financial services for new charitable entities.
• Consult with our fundraising team to help implement our strategies for fundraising, donor engagement, and income generation.
• Offer strategic advice on staffing requirements, recruitment processes, and employment contracts.
• Help us to identify potential risks and opportunities associated with charity setup and operation.
• Keep abreast of changes in charity law, regulations, and best practices, and ensure that organizational policies and procedures remain up to date.
• Collaborate effectively with internal teams, external stakeholders, and regulatory bodies to achieve organizational objectives.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Proven experience in setting up charities, CICs, or CLGs in the UK, including a comprehensive understanding of the legal and regulatory framework.
• Knowledge of charity law, tax regulations, governance principles, and financial management practices.
• Effective communication skills, both written and verbal, with the ability to convey complex information in a clear and concise manner.
• Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively in a multidisciplinary team environment, fostering a culture of trust and respect.
• Genuine interest in spiritual subjects and a commitment to promoting values of compassion, empathy, and social responsibility.
• Flexibility to adapt to changing priorities and requirements, with a proactive and solutions-oriented approach to problem-solving.

Why work with us?

• Highly cooperative & flexible team structure, filled with inspiring creatives and spiritual scholars.
• Self-promotion opportunities through the Spiritual Arts Foundations networking channels for artists and creatives.
• Gain personal fulfilment by contributing to spiritual growth and cultural enrichment as you support our mission.
• Enhance skills valuable in personal and professional life through hands-on involvement in spiritual arts initiatives.
• Build a network of like-minded individuals, fostering friendships, collaborations, and potential career opportunities in the arts and spirituality.
• Enjoy complimentary access to spiritual events, workshops, and experiences, deepening your knowledge and appreciation of the arts.

This position offers an exciting opportunity to play a pivotal role in the successful growth of The Spiritual Arts Foundation.

Voluntary Administration Officer

ETS is a growing UK based Christian charity, which is looking to expand its discipleship and evangelism training throughout the UK.

We are looking for a person of faith, who can identify with our aims and has some experience with administration. Although this is a voluntary position, we anticipate that this role will be salaried at some point in the future.

The role will involve providing support for the two Directors in their weekly activities. This will involve emailing church leaders, providing database support, booking hotels and flights, organising events, PowerPoint presentations, zoom meetings, liaising with both our Fundraising and Marketing Officers, inputting financial data into a spreadsheet, and producing reports.

ETS is based in Peterborough, but we expect any applicant to work from home/remote (hybrid) and attend meetings over zoom. Therefore, we will only accept applicants who are UK based. There may be occasional team meetings at Allia Business Centre, Peterborough, but traveling costs will be reimbursed along with other approved expenses.

Salary: This is a voluntary role and you are expected to pay your own taxes

Hours of work: This is a part-time role of 2 days per week (10 hours) but can be carried out at different times during the week.

This contract is for one year, with the possibility of extension

Safeguarding: Appointment will be subject to a satisfactory DBS check.

We are looking for an organised ninja to collate lists of media contacts, researching statistics, sourcing corporate contacts. Working closely with Head of operations and CEO. 

We are a small charity and volunteer help is huge to us. We are a fun young team and passionate about what we do

What will you be doing?

We are a small charity and volunteer help is huge to us. We are a fun young team and passionate about what we do.

Your role will be assisting the recruitment administrator in onboarding volunteer Mentors. 

This will include checking their references, (via email), applying for DBS checks and assisting with distributions of training materials.

There may also be occasional tasks from other departments. We are a small team and jump in to help each other where possible.

What are we looking for?

• 3+ years experience within an administration role or similar. 
• previous experience using excel and applying for DBS checks would be a bonus. 
• extremely good written communication
• be confident and comfortable conversing via email and phone calls
• excellent organisational skills, attention to detail and a positive attitude. 
• strong communication as you will be checking in with the Recruitment Administrator to keep them informed
• uses initiative and is proactive 

What difference will you make?

As we are a start up, the impact you will have is vast. Volunteer Mentors are at the heart of what we do, so getting them onboarded and trained in an efficient and organised manor is so important to us.

Zestful Blends addresses the challenges of modern urban living where people often struggle to access convenient, health-oriented food options that support both their well-being and environmental sustainability. Our solution is a comprehensive menu of fruit-based foods that are both nutritious and environmentally friendly. By sourcing local, organic produce and using eco-conscious packaging, we offer a range of products from smoothies to fruit salads that meet the demands of health-aware individuals and contribute to a more sustainable community.

Zestful Blends is an innovative health-focused fruit bar that combines a physical storefront with corporate partnerships and an AI-integrated online delivery system to offer fresh, nutritious, and eco-friendly fruit-based products in Vancouver.

ADMINISTRATION

• As the Administrative Coordinator at Zestful Blends, your organizational skills will be essential in streamlining our day-to-day operations. Your role encompasses managing schedules, handling communications, overseeing administrative tasks, and supporting our team to ensure operational efficiency. You will serve as the backbone of our startup, facilitating a well-organized environment that enables us to focus on delivering high-quality, fruit-based products and services to our community.
• Volunteer 4-6 hours per week remotely for 6 months.

Depression UK – Volunteer Administrative Secretary/Membership Secretary – Possible Jobshare

Depression UK is a mutual help group with over 800 members and adequate funding It has been operating for about 40 years, and currently it is providing the following services to its members.

• Online forum
• In person forum
• Quarterly newsletter/magazine
• Surveys of opinion
• Penfriend matching
• Co-coaching – (pending).

We need an administrative secretary and membership secretary – perhaps as a jobshare – to join our volunteer group, with a view to becoming trustees. 

The tasks of the administrative secretary are:-

• In collaboration with the convenor, initiate and report the volunteer meetings and general meetings which are all teleconferences.
• Maintain electronic and paper archive.
• Receive email and occasional post and distribute it to fellow volunteers, or respond appropriately.
• Consider collaborating with other volunteers on specific projects – ad hoc.
• Take part in monthly volunteer meetings and AGM. 
• Draft quarterly reports for newsletter. 

The time commitment required for these tasks will range from 1-6 hours per week. 

The tasks of the membership secretary will be:

• Receive new member applications, allocate membership numbers, and enter details to database.
• Conduct annual survey of members’ wish to continue membership.
• Take part in monthly volunteer meetings and AGM. 
• Draft quarterly reports for newsletter. 
• Send quarterly newsletters and annual reports to members by email (97%) and post (3%.) 

The time commitment required for these tasks will range from 1-3 hours per week. 

The volunteer(s) can expect to be much appreciated by their colleagues and the members of Depression UK.

There’s no payment, but expenses will be reimbursed promptly. 

At intervals of a month or less, the convenor will discuss with them, their thoughts and progress in the work.

The volunteer(s) will be eligible for testimonials when applying for other posts. 

To discuss this further, please contact the convenor of Depression UK, Alick Munro.

This role is advertised as part of TPP's Free Giving Back Services. This volunteer advertisement copy has been supplied to TPP and applicants apply direct to the organisation. Please contact the organisation directly if you have any questions about this volunteer role.

We need your help creating compelling digital assets and engaging resources.

Description

Numberfit is a social enterprise that works to make Maths learning fun and engaging for children across all age groups. We are looking to grow our reach, and with this our team.

You will be working alongside a small team including our founder and operations team, creating compelling digital assets and resources, including: 

- teaching resources

- teaching equipment

- social media content

- stories and much more

What are we looking for? 

We are looking for a person passionate about children's education who:

• Has graphic design/illustration experience

• Is a visually creative individual with a passion for design

• Can provide ideas

• Has the ability to quickly understand our needs

• Can ask key questions to enable us to clarify requirements

The volunteer should also have/be:

• Value accuracy and attention to detail 

• Open to feedback

What difference will you make? 

Your input will shape how we communicate our creativity and the assets children will engage with.

With your help we’ll be able to continue raising the profile of mathematics, enjoyable learning and children's wellbeing.

What’s in it for you?

You would become part of our small, friendly team and you have the opportunity to use your time to make a real difference to the organisation’s ability to provide and deliver enjoyable maths sessions and materials for children across all age groups.

What skills should you have? 

• Graphic design
   

What skills will you gain?

• Teamwork
• Design

Requirements:

• Relevant qualification / training/ experience

• Own computer or secure access to one

• At least 3 hours a week + for a minimum period of 3 months

We are looking for someone to volunteer their time to being a Clerk for our small charity supporting children in the one of the poorest places on the planet to exit extreme poverty.

What will you be doing

As a key part of the governance of the charity, the commitment and energy you can bring to our Board will make a key difference to the charity and the children we support.

You will work closely with the Board of Trustees, especially the Secretary and Chair of the Trustees to help support our charity’s mission, in particular:

• Attend board meetings (virtually, held 6 times a year) and accurately record the decisions and actions in the meetings
• Coordinate agenda and papers for Trustee meetings
• Assisting in various compliance activities, such as coordinating the timely update of Chaffinch’s policies
• Provide ad-hoc admin support to the Trustees

What difference will you make

The Board of Trustees is responsible for the governance and strategic direction of the charity. An effective support mechanism is very important to ensure that the Board is able to deliver on its key objectives.

Chaffinch is still a relatively young charity (10 years) with a modest annual turnover. Many will overlook us as being insignificant amongst the larger charities. However, Chaffinch has scope to make a very real difference to the children of Kibera through our work empowering local people. Finding the right volunteer could mean the difference between a charity that helps a few young people and a charity that generates real opportunity and hope for children to build successful lives for themselves and future generations.

Breck Foundation is at the forefront of efforts to safeguard children and young people online. Our organisation was founded in 2014 in response to the tragic loss of Breck Bednar, a 14-year-old boy who was groomed and murdered by someone he met online. Our work aims to prevent this from ever happening again. Our work saves lives.

We reach thousands of children and young people in schools and other community settings across the UK with Breck's story. Our talks and educational materials fill a gap in the current UK curriculum that otherwise leaves children vulnerable to online grooming and exploitation.

With the online world becoming ever more ubiquitous and thus a more and more dangerous place for children and young people, and several national and global factors combining to create a more challenging environment for charities, sustaining our work has never been more important than now. This role is crucial to our ability to rise to the challenges of keeping children and young people safe online.

Our trustees play a vital role in making sure that Breck Foundation achieves its core purpose. They oversee the overall management and administration of the charity. They also ensure that Breck Foundation has a clear strategy and that our work and goals are in line with our vision. Just as importantly, they support and challenge the executive team to enable Breck Foundation to grow and thrive, and through this, achieve our mission.

Board members have a collective responsibility. This means that trustees always act as a group and not as individuals.

Our Board meetings are held virtually and so you can be based in any part of the United Kingdom.

Duties

• Support and provide advice on Breck Foundation’s purpose, vision, goals, and activities.
• Approve operational strategies, policies, and monitor and evaluate their implementation.
• Oversee Breck Foundation’s financial plans, budgets and monitor and evaluate progress.
• Ensure the effective and efficient administration of the organisation.
• Ensure that key risks are being identified, monitored, and controlled effectively.
• Review and approve the foundation’s financial statements.
• Provide support and challenge to the CEO in the exercise of their delegated authority and affairs.
• Keep abreast of changes in Breck Foundation’s operating environment.
• Contribute to regular reviews of the foundation’s own governance. Attend Board meetings, adequately prepared to contribute to discussions.
• Use independent judgment, acting legally and in good faith to promote and protect Breck Foundation’s interests, to the exclusion of their own personal and/or any third-party interests.
• Contribute to the broader promotion of the foundation’s objects, aims and reputation by applying your skills, expertise, knowledge, and contacts.

As a small charity, there will be times when the trustees will need to be actively involved beyond Board meetings. This may involve scrutinising board papers, leading discussions, focusing on key issues, providing advice and guidance on new initiatives, presenting externally, or other issues in which the trustee has special expertise.

What we are looking for

We are looking for people willing to bring energy, enthusiasm, and commitment to the role, and who will broaden the diversity of thinking on our board.

We are looking for people with particular skills in the following areas:

• Comms & Marketing
• Fundraising
• Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND) 

You do not need previous governance experience – we will provide a full induction and training.

Personal skills and qualities

• Willingness and ability to understand and accept their responsibilities and liabilities as trustees and to act in the best interests of the organisation.
•  Ability to think creatively and strategically, exercise good, independent judgement and work effectively as a board member.
• Effective communication skills and willingness to participate actively in discussion.
• A strong personal commitment to equity, diversity, and inclusion.
• Enthusiasm for our vision and mission.
• Willingness to lead according to our values.
• Commitment to Nolan’s seven principles of public life: selflessness, integrity, objectivity, accountability, openness, honesty, and leadership.

Salary:

This is a voluntary position, but reasonable expenses are reimbursed

Time commitment:           

Attending 4 Board meetings annually (held remotely)

Attending training (where required) and annual events

Committee membership:

Ad hoc and occasional support through working groups and/or support to the executive team

Closing date:                   

9am Wednesday 3rd April 2024

Interviews:                       

w/c 15th April 2024 (remotely via Microsoft Teams)

The Operations Assistant supports the Chair with all administration to enable Hidayah to function smoothly. Responsibilities include, but aren’t limited to:

• Providing administrative support to the Chair including scheduling meetings, managing calendars and responding to emails
• Creating process flows to enable service delivery and monitor progress
• Preparing meeting agendas, taking notes and sharing meeting minutes
• Maintaining accurate and up-to-date records and databases including documents on the Google Drive
• Aiding in the planning and execution of all operational projects and initiatives
• Preparing reports, presentations, and documentation as needed e.g., for annual reports
• Responding to inquiries and providing information to internal and external stakeholders
• Performing other duties and tasks as assigned by the Chair

How much time is required?

We are flexible around your schedule but we anticipate that the role will require around 4 hours per week. The following commitments are in place for all Hidayah volunteers:

• Aim to attend all relevant meetings, delivering a comprehensive report with updates and to complete actions as and when they appear
• Aim to attend all other planning meetings as necessary
• Attend Hidayah events (where geographically possible)
• Help to fundraise for, and advertise, any Hidayah events and fundraising drives
• Add to and maintain the administration of our file sharing system ‘Google Drive’ to ensure it’s up to date with clear records, templates and forms
• Check and respond to emails in a timely manner
• Contribute to the communications group (via Discord) and stay up to date with Hidayah developments
• Provide information, statements and data for the annual report
• Keep up to date with Hidayah communication and organisational developments

This role is subject to a 6 months probationary period with a 2 month notice period should you wish to resign.

What is expected from an Operations Assistant?

Knowledge:

• Educated to degree level or experience which demonstrates equivalent analytical ability
• Knowledge of quality assurance systems and their benefits for the voluntary sector
• Knowledge of good governance procedures for the voluntary sector
• Understanding of confidentiality, equality and diversity and safeguarding procedures

Personality:

• A self-starter who can volunteer with minimal supervision
• Friendliness, enthusiasm, dedication, responsiveness, flexibility and eagerness in supporting the aims, vision and mission of Hidayah

Personal Skills:

• Confidence taking the lead with plans and ideas at Trustee meetings
• Ability to resolving conflict situations if needed
• Professionalism in all situations

Administration Skills:

• A high degree of literacy in Microsoft Office and IT Applications
• Join Hidayah Membership and Hidayah Discord server
• Participating and contributing to discussions on the Hidayah Discord server
• Read all Hidayah policies, keeping up to date with any changes
• Read, understand and agree with the constitution of Hidayah (available on our website)

Please ensure you do not have a conflict of interest with your current role and check this prior to applying for this role.

What benefits do I get from this role?

• Volunteering with Hidayah brings a range of a benefits such as:
• Reference for your CV
• Contributing to Hidayah’s cause
• Supporting vulnerable communities
• Connecting with like-minded, passionate people
• Experience working strategically as part of a team
• Development of professional networking skills

Treasurer needed for an established psychotherapy charity. We are part way through a change process at Share having moved premises in 2023. We are developing and strengthening our clinical services, improving our administrative and business systems and strengthening our financial position. We want to build upon our position as a centre of excellence in psychotherapy and make an even bigger contribution to improving mental health in Sheffield.

Would you like to volunteer for an established psychotherapy charity? We work at the vital intersection of psychological distress and poverty in the city and provide an excellent learning environment for qualified and qualifying counsellors and therapists alike.

We’re looking for a suitably qualified accountant to join us as our Treasurer, taking the lead on financial matters but also playing a full role on the Board of Trustees in the overall management of the charity.

The role would suit an experienced accountant wishing to contribute on a voluntary basis to a valuable charitable cause. Equally it would provide excellent board level experience for a young professional at an earlier stage in their career.

We have strong clinical services, administrative and business systems in place and continue to seek to increase and diversify our income. We want to make an even bigger contribution to improving mental health in Sheffield and we’re especially keen to attract people from minority communities to the Board.

For an informal chat please contact one of the co-chairs, Lynn or Astrid.

We are looking for a new Trustee who is willing to bring energy, enthusiasm and commitment to the role, and who will broaden the diversity of thinking on our board. The Care Workers' Charity supports social care workers across the UK by providing mental health and wellbeing support, financial support in the form of crisis grants, and signposting applicants to other organisations and resources.

We are particularly looking for trustees who:

• have expertise or experience in industries apart from the care sector, or
• have experience of fundraising, or
• have charity experience, or
• have marketing experience, or
• have finance experience

Our trustees play a vital role in making sure that The Care Workers’ Charity achieves its core purpose. They oversee the overall management and administration of the charity and ensure that The Care Workers’ Charity has a clear strategy and that our work and goals are in line with our vision. Where they have specific expertise such as fundraising, they work with the CWC team, providing coaching or connections in order for us to raise funds to enable us to support as many care workers as we can. Just as importantly, they support and challenge the executive team to enable us to grow and thrive.

As a small charity, there will be times when the trustees will need to be actively involved beyond Board meetings. This may involve leading discussions, focusing on key issues, providing advice and guidance on new initiatives, presenting externally, representing the Charity, or other issues in which the trustee has special expertise. Our trustees have a key role in risk management, working with the staff team to identify and manage risks.

Our Board meetings are mostly remote with one held face-to-face each year in London and occasionally we ask trustees to represent the Charity at events or award ceremonies, or at stakeholder events which are held close to the trustee's location.

Duties:

• Support and provide advice on The Care Workers’ Charity’s purpose, vision, goals and activities.
• Approve operational strategies and policies, and monitor and evaluate their implementation.
• Oversee The Care Workers’ Charity’s financial plans and budgets and monitor and evaluate progress.
• Ensure the effective and efficient administration of the organisation.
• Ensure that key risks are being identified, monitored and controlled effectively.
• Review and approve The Care Workers’ Charity’s financial statements.
• Provide support and challenge to our CEO in the exercise of their delegated authority and affairs.
• Keep abreast of changes in our operating environment.
• Contribute to regular reviews of The Care Workers’ Charity’s own governance.
• Attend Board meetings (mostly remote and possibly one being face-to-face), adequately prepared to contribute to discussions and respond promptly to requests for required action.
• Use independent judgment, acting legally and in good faith to promote and protect The Care Workers’ Charity’s interests, to the exclusion of their own personal and/or any third party interests.
• Contribute to the broader promotion of The Care Workers’ Charity’s objects, aims and reputation by applying their skills, expertise, knowledge and contacts.

Please read the attached document which gives additional details, and includes a link to what being a charity trustee involves, eligibility requirements and the main duties and requirements of trustees.

PLEASE NOTE: Previous applicants need not apply

Background

Thyroid UK is a charitable company working primarily within the United Kingdom. Formed in 1998, we became a company limited by guarantee in 2007 and in 2008 we became a registered charity.

The provision of quality information for people with both diagnosed and undiagnosed thyroid disorders is the primary concern of Thyroid UK, and we work effectively in this field through dialogue with NHS departments, networking with other voluntary organisations, and providing services directly to patients.

We are a small charity, with just three permanent employees, plus contract staff, but we have a wide influence, and provide a great deal of support to our beneficiaries, within the UK and abroad.  The charity’s annual income in 2023 was £96,900.54 , with the majority of that income being spent on both running the charity and conducting campaigns and activities to support our beneficiaries. 

The Thyroid UK Board of Trustees is a diverse group of 7 individuals, including the CEO, a Chairperson, Deputy Chair and Treasurer.  Our board members have a collective responsibility. This means that our trustees always act as a group and not as individuals.

Our trustees play a vital role in making sure that Thyroid UK achieves its objectives. They oversee the overall management and administration of the charity. They also ensure that Thyroid UK has a clear strategy and that our work and goals are in line with our vision. Just as importantly, they support the executive team to enable Thyroid UK to grow, thrive and achieve its mission.

Role

We are looking for a trustee who will support and provide advice on Thyroid UK’s purpose, vision, goals and activities. Their duties include:

· Approve operational strategies & policies and monitor/evaluate their implementation.

· Review/approve Thyroid UK’s financial plans, statements and budgets, and evaluate progress. 

· Ensure the effective and efficient administration of the organisation.

· Ensure that key risks are being identified, monitored and controlled effectively.

· Support Thyroid UK’s CEO in the exercise of their delegated authority and affairs.

· Hold the chief executive to account for the effective management and delivery of the organisation’s strategic aims and objectives, where appropriate

· Keep abreast of changes in Thyroid UK’s operating environment.

· Contribute to regular reviews of Thyroid UK’s own governance. Attend board meetings, adequately prepared to contribute to discussions.

· Use independent judgment, acting legally and in good faith to promote and protect Thyroid UK’s interests, to the exclusion of their own personal and/or any third party interests.

· Contribute to the broader promotion of Thyroid UK’s objects, aims and reputation by applying your skills, expertise, knowledge and contacts.

As a small charity, there will be times when the trustees will need to be actively involved beyond board meetings. This may involve scrutinising board papers, leading discussions, focusing on key issues, providing advice and guidance on new initiatives, presenting externally, or other issues in which the trustee has special expertise.

Time requirement

The role will require a time commitment of an average of 1 to 2 days per month, with more time required in some months than others. This includes three planned board meetings of approximately 3 hours (two held online and one held in London with the option to join remotely, if needed) and the Thyroid UK AGM.

Term of office

The term of a thyroid UK trustee is two years, following which the Trustees may re-elect the position for a further one or two term(s).

Remuneration

Thyroid UK is a charitable, not-for-profit organisation.  Trustee roles are not remunerated.  However, reasonable expenses for travel can be paid for those not living in London. 

Key Responsibilities 

We are looking for people willing to bring energy, enthusiasm and commitment to the role, and who will broaden the diversity of thinking on our board. You do not need previous governance experience – we will provide a full induction and training.

Personal skills and qualities

· Willingness and ability to understand and accept responsibilities and liabilities as trustees and to act in the best interests of the organisation.

· Ability to think creatively and strategically, exercise good, independent judgement and work effectively as a board member.

· Effective communication skills and willingness to participate actively in discussion. 

· A strong personal commitment to equity, diversity and inclusion.

· Enthusiasm for our vision and mission.

· Willingness to lead according to our values.

 Apply by sending us your CV and application form with a short covering letter

Ref: V225 | Support Group Volunteer | Maldon

We’re looking for Support Group Volunteers over the age of 18 years old, based at Fullbridge Church, 27 Fullbridge, Maldon, Essex, CM9 4LE.

You’ll be volunteering fortnightly on a Thursday from 10.15am-12.15pm.

As a support group volunteer, you will help with the running of the group.  The role is designed to suit the needs of the group, and the skills of people offering support. If you enjoy getting to know your community, working with others and making a real difference then this is the role for you.

The volunteer will be

· A people person, with good listening skills

· A great communicator who enjoys meeting new people

· Good at putting people at ease

· Reliable and organised

· Passionate about supporting people affected by stroke

· IT literate, have good administrative and record keeping skills and be able to follow relevant policies

A DBS check is required for this role.

Interested in this role?

Find out more by downloading the role description for the Support Group Volunteer role.

If you are interested in this role, please complete our application form on our website.

About Us

Stroke Association. Rebuilding lives after stroke.

When stroke strikes, part of your brain shuts down. And so does a part of you. That’s because a stroke happens in the brain, the control centre for who we are and what we can do. It happens every five minutes in the UK and changes lives instantly. Recovery is tough, but with the right specialist support and a ton of courage and determination, the brain can adapt.

We believe everyone deserves to live the best life they can after stroke. And it’s a team effort to get there.

We provide specialist support, fund critical research and campaign to make sure people affected by stroke get the very best care and support to rebuild their lives.

We’re working to improve the diversity of our team.  Because we know that individuality leads to a richer experience for our people and better support for those affected by stroke. 

We strongly encourage people from all backgrounds to apply. And we’re particularly looking to increase the number of applications from those with lived experience of stroke and those from under-represented communities. 

Every five minutes, stroke destroys lives. Help us rebuild them and join our team.

To help us deliver our strategy and make a real difference, we are looking to recruit talented people to a number of new roles.

If you would like to support stroke survivors to rebuild their lives, we want to hear from you!