Advice volunteer roles in leeds, greater london
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Read Easy provides free, confidential, one to-one reading coaching for adults who struggle with reading, through a network of volunteer groups. Read Easy groups are changing the lives of individual adults across the country by providing them with the support they need to learn to read, and in turn opening doors for them to all sorts of new opportunities in life. You can read about the difference Read Easy makes here on our website.
Outline of the Administrator/Secretary role
Being an excellent timekeeper and an organised individual, your administration skills will be vital to support the smooth running of the local Management Team. By recording actions agreed at meetings, and supporting the Team Leader, Management Team and Coordinator with administrative support, this role ensures that the group functions at its best and works in the most efficient and effective way to help adults learn to read in your community.
How we will support you
You will be provided with the Management Team Handbook, training/induction, policies and guidance specifically needed for this role, including access to support from a Read Easy UK Regional Adviser, via your Team Leader. You will also be invited to Read Easy UK’s regional forums and annual conference which give volunteers an opportunity for networking with those from other groups.
What you will be doing
● Arranging Team meetings with the Team Leader and distributing agendas
● Recording actions agreed at the team meeting and distributing notes on required actions
● Submitting Coach and Reader Finisher questions responses to REUK
● When required, supporting the Coordinator with printing and copying
● Supporting with general administration for your group
● Attending regular Management Team meetings, typically every 6-8 weeks
The skills you will need
● A strong commitment to improving the lives of the people Read Easy works with.
● Good communication and people skills, with a commitment to maintaining© Read Easy UK 1 June 2023confidentiality.
● Reasonable confidence in using IT.
● The ability to use initiative and work independently.
● A willingness to abide by Read Easy policies and procedures.
● An open attitude that encourages two-way communication and willingness to ask for and offer support to the Team.
● A non-judgemental attitude and respect for others, with a commitment to equality and diversity, so that you can make everyone feel valued and included.
● Energy and enthusiasm with an average of one to two hours a week to commit to the
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Connect: North Korea works with North Korean escapees to recover, rebuild, and succeed. We were established in 2018 to address the complex challenges North Koreans face in building new lives once they’ve escaped the oppressive North Korean regime and reached safety in a free country.
We are seeking an experienced and ambitious trustee with the fundraising insight and strategic vision to help Connect: North Korea continue our growth from a small community start-up into a high-impact, sustainable international organisation. As we scale our programmes and deepen our impact, we’re looking for a trustee with a strong understanding of fundraising strategy, who can help shape our approach, promote our mission through their networks, and help us drive change for North Korean escapees.
If you have a background in fundraising, this is an excellent opportunity to play a highly rewarding role in supporting our mission. As part of a tightly knit and ambitious Board, you will provide strategic oversight of our governance, act as a spokesperson and ambassador for our work, help drive income generation through your networks and relationship-building skills, offer strategic advice and support to the senior management team, and foster a collaborative and effective governance environment. Individuals are sought who have a strong empathy with our work and vision and share our values and commitment to social and racial justice.
JOB DESCRIPTION
POSITION: Fundraising Trustee
LOCATION: Remote / 78 Coombe Road, New Malden, KT3 4QS
We usually hold board meetings online, but this is open to change.
COMMITMENT: 2 – 3 hours per month. We hold one annual away day we’d expect the board to attend.
Our Board meets every quarter for 2 hours. There is expected support between meetings. Our terms are capped at 3 years with potential for renewal for one additional term.
RESPONSIBILITIES
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Contribute to good governance and strategic decision-making, ensuring the Board fulfils its responsibilities in line with our constitution, governance framework, and applicable legislation.
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Provide strategic leadership on fundraising and income generation, helping to shape Connect: North Korea’s strategy and approach to sustainable growth.
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Use your networks and influence to promote the charity’s mission, opening doors to potential donors, partners, and advocates.
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Act as an ambassador and spokesperson for Connect: North Korea in relevant sectors and philanthropic circles.
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Contribute to Board discussions on financial planning and sustainability, ensuring that fundraising targets and strategic objectives are aligned.
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Champion a culture of philanthropy and external engagement across the organisation.
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Work collaboratively with fellow trustees and the Chair to maintain a supportive, ambitious, and effective governance environment.
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Ensure that there are effective financial management processes in place and that the charity is financially sustainable.
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Work with the CEO to set and monitor organisational/risk KPIs.
ESSENTIAL SKILLS
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Minimum of 5 years of experience in a senior strategic fundraising role in a professional setting.
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Well-networked and exhibit strong interpersonal and relationship-building abilities and be comfortable in an ambassadorial role.
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Leverage a well-developed network to strengthen engagement, awareness, and support for our mission.
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Excellent communication and teamwork skills with proven ability to foster and promote a collaborative team environment
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Must align with our values and have proven understanding of the issues facing refugees and asylum-seekers.
Be able to make difficult decisions, negotiate challenging conversations, and be able to balance competing interests
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Experience of governance of a charity or public sector organisation with a good understanding of charity finance and governance issues.
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Have the ability to think strategically and be able to work effectively with the organisation's senior management team, staff and volunteers.
DESIRED EXPERIENCE
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Lived experience of migration or of a refugee background is highly desirable.
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Korean speaker
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Experience with major donor or fundraising events
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Be actively engaged in refugee and migrant rights, social change, and/or a related field
We welcome and encourage applicants from all backgrounds.
HOW TO APPLY
Please send a CV and cover letter for the attention of Emma Shore, Chair of the Board.
Applications will close when the role is filled. Interviews will take place on a rolling basis.
Working with North Korean escapees to recover, rebuild, and succeed
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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Are you interested in giving back to your local community?
Can you bring the relevant experience to help us extend our reach and enable us to reach more young people and sustain our growth?
We are currently recruiting for Chair, Treasurer and Trustee Board Members.
What will you be doing?
Welcome to YMCA Thames Gateway and thank you for taking the time to look into our voluntary leadership roles. This is an exciting time to get involved in our YMCA. We work across a number of geographical locations, including East London, Essex and Kent, with a commitment to making a positive difference within the communities in which we work.
To help us in the next chapter of our journey, we are looking to recruit Trustees who can help us shape our new strategy and develop the strength; depth and resilience of our charity’s work, helping more people belong, contribute and thrive.
We have a strong and vibrant Trustee Board and we are looking to extend its diversity and skills base so that we are well prepared for the future.
Though we actively encourage people of all faiths and world views to work, volunteer and become members of our Association, it is a requirement that two thirds of those who sit on our Board are Christian in order to maintain the Christian purposes of the Association. We recognise that faith is a deeply personal part of our lives and that part of the great mystery is the uniqueness by which our faith lives and breathes in our lives and actions. There is no test or specific criteria for how an individual makes manifest their Christian commitment, rather we ask Board colleagues to self-identify on their faith basis and agree to live out and champion the Christian values that underpin the work of our YMCA in their service.
We would particularly like to hear from people who self identify as Christian and who have experience and expertise in one or more of the following areas:-
- Capital Developments
- Social Housing Management
- Fundraising
- Working with Children & Young People
- ICT
- Governance
- Finance
Our trustees are required to attend 8 evening meetings per year. 8 of those are Board meetings and usually in Dartford, the other 8 will be for an agreed board sub-committee.
In addition, each trustee should use any specific skills, knowledge or experience they have to help the Trustee Board reach sound decisions. These may involve scrutinising board and committee papers, contributing to discussions, focusing on key issues, providing advice and guidance on new initiatives and other issues in which the Trustee has special expertise.
If you believe you have the experience and skills to help us on our journey, we would like to hear from you.
What are we looking for?
- To develop and agree the long-term vision, mission and strategic plan for the Association
- To ensure the Association acts within the aims and purposes of the Association and the wider Movement and to ensure the board expresses the Christian mission of the Association within its work
- To ensure plans and annual budget reflect the agreed strategic direction and are appropriate
- To monitor progress against key outcomes from the plan and against budget and to hold the Chief Executive and Executive team accountable for these
- To contribute actively to the work of committees and task groups
- To pro-actively review the level of risk annually
- To agree the Association’s key policies and ensure they contribute to the achievement of the Association’s intended outcomes
- To ensure the Association has effective and appropriate financial control systems and procedures
- To ensure the Association complies with the requirements of its multiple regulators
- To ensure governance is of the highest possible standard
- To work in partnership with board, committees, Chief Executive and staff
- To reflect annually on the Board’s performance, collectively and individually
- To appoint the Chief Executive, and to set their terms and conditions
- To play a part in representing YMCA Thames Gateway on a regional, national and international level
- To promote and develop the role of the Association in the community and with its stakeholders
What difference will you make?
YMCA enables people to develop their full potential in mind, body and spirit. Inspired by, and faithful to, our Christian values, we create supportive, inclusive and energising communities, where young people can truly belong, contribute and thrive.
Before you apply
To express an interest in becoming a trustee, please send an up to date CV together with a supporting statement via Reach explaining how you believe your experience and skills are relevant and what you are able to bring to the role.
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Are you a dog lover with room in your home to look after a dog during evenings and weekends? This could be the perfect role for you!
As a Training Dog Fosterer, you’ll provide a loving temporary home to a dog in training, typically for a period of 12 to 20 weeks, as they begin their journey to become a guide dog. You’ll get to see the progress your furry companion is making in their training and be a vital part of their journey, without the commitment of looking after a dog full time.
What you’ll be doing:
In this rewarding role, your support for a guide dog in training will include:
- Doing the school run for your dog in training! This will typically involve dropping them off and picking them up at an agreed time Monday to Friday at one of our regional centres or community teams, however, some sites may vary. There are some locations where we will be able to collect and return the training dog from your home.
- Caring for your dog in your home such as feeding, grooming, free running and playing, following the advice of our expert staff.
- Helping your dog keep up with their training by reinforcing the techniques at home from our first-class training programme.
- Making sure your dog is not left alone for more than four hours in a 24-hour period. If you’re planning on going on holiday, let us know at your initial phone call so we can plan alternative cover for your future life changer.
Can I foster a dog?
If you’re hoping to foster a guide dog in training, here’s what we ideally look for:
- Being close to one of our regional centres or community teams so that your dog can get to their training.
- The agreement of your landlord to have a dog in your home if you rent your home.
- A safe and secure area outside for the dog to go to the toilet.
However, we try to be flexible – for example, you’ll still be able to foster a dog if you live in London, even if you don’t have access to outside space.
What you’ll get:
- The opportunity to have a lovable canine companion!
- The satisfaction in knowing you’re supporting people with sight loss to live actively, independently, and well.
- The rewarding feeling of seeing your dog learn new training techniques to help them develop into a guide dog.
- An insight into our bespoke world-class training programme so that your dog’s training stays consistent at home, which can also help you train your own dogs or advance in a future career in dog handling.
- The opportunity to be part of the Guide Dogs community, meeting like-minded people in your area.
- A dedicated volunteer manager and fellow peers who will help support you throughout your role.
Training and support
You’ll attend a training workshop to understand the basics of our bespoke training techniques so you can confidently support your dog’s training at home. You’ll also receive ongoing guidance from your volunteer manager. If you have questions about the training requirements, we can answer these at your initial phone call along with any other support or accessibility needs you may have.
Volunteering for Guide Dogs should never leave you out of pocket. We’ll make sure we pay any pre-agreed expenses related to volunteering with us, including veterinary costs, dog food costs and other materials needed for your dog’s training.
Minimum age for volunteer is 18.
We also have a respite fosterer role available in some areas, where a dog would stay with you full time before moving on to the next stage of its journey.
Please check out our website to see what roles are available where you live.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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Pecan is seeking committed Christians to join our Board of Trustees and help shape the future of our fantastic charity. As a Trustee, you will play a vital role in guiding our governance and upholding our values of Kindness, Belief and Hope. Trustees are responsible for setting the strategic direction of the charity, safeguarding its resources, and ensuring compliance with legal and regulatory frameworks.
We welcome Trustee applicants with a wide range of skills—particularly those with strong networks in Southwark or the funder community—and especially those with lived experience of the challenges Pecan addresses. Trustees should be able to devote time to preparing for and attending most of our 8–10 annual meetings (primarily virtual, with occasional in-person gatherings in south London). If you are passionate about making a difference, committed to our statement of faith, and ready to help Pecan grow and thrive, we would love to hear from you!
Deadline: 9am on 5 January 2026 but earlier applications encouraged.
Further details of the role are shown as an attachment. All potential trustees are asked to submit a CV together with a brief covering letter explaining how they could add value to Pecan's Board of Trustees.
Applicants need to be happy to sign the Statement of Faith: "As an inclusive Christ centred organisation, Pecan seeks to treat all people with dignity, openness and respect, demonstrating Jesus’s grace and love in action. As a Trustee of Pecan, I/We commit to adhering to these principles."
Feel free to be in touch if you would like to organise an informal chat with one of the existing Trustees before applying.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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As a Front Desk Volunteer, you will be the welcoming face of Historic Croydon Airport, responsible for ensuring visitors have a smooth and enjoyable experience. You will manage visitor check-ins, handle donations, and support merchandising activities.
Responsibilities:
Reception Duties:
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Visitor Reception:
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Greet visitors warmly at the front door or Reception desk.
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Check if visitors have pre-booked and verify booking details.
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Keep the Reception Desk attended at all times.
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Booking Management:
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Obtain booking sheets from Graeme and update them throughout the day.
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Set out and supervise the donation box.
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Maintain a supply of hand sanitisers, leaflets, and other materials.
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Re-stock leaflet holders in the Main Entrance lobby.
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Visitor Handling Procedures: People with a Booking:
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Check the Lead Name off the booking list and confirm the number of visitors in the group.
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Request a donation of £8 per adult on entry, payable by cash, credit card, cheque (to Historic Croydon Airport Trust), or QR code.
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Ensure the donation process is completed.
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Inform visitors of the location of toilets and answer any questions.
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Ask visitors to wait in the Waiting Area until their Guide collects them.
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Manage additional visitors, ensuring tour groups do not exceed 12 people, including the Tour Guide.
People without a Booking:
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Politely inform visitors that entry is by pre-booking online.
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Check the booking list for vacant slots and inform visitors of available times and spaces.
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Advise visitors to book and return at the specified time, noting they cannot wait inside AH.
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Allow visitors to wait outside for potential "no-shows" if they wish.
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Be polite, sympathetic, but firm if turning people away, and provide the date of the next Open Day and booking details.
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Seek assistance from Graeme or Mike if needed.
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Visitor Departure:
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Thank visitors for coming and say goodbye.
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Encourage visitors to review their experience on Tripadvisor (Croydon Airport Visitor Centre).
Merchandising Duties:
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Merchandise Stall Management:
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Set up and take down the HCAT Merchandise stall.
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Retrieve and replace sale items from/to the cupboards under the model in Reception.
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Run the merchandise stall, selling items to visitors.
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Cash Handling:
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Manage the float, monetary takings, cashing up, and recording total takings at the end of the day.
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Ensure cash takings are not left unattended and hand them over to a Trustee at the end of the day.
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Stock Monitoring:
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Monitor stock levels and advise Jeff if stocks are running low.
Qualifications:
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Friendly and welcoming demeanor.
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Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
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Ability to manage bookings and handle donations accurately.
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Experience in handling cash and managing merchandise sales.
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Punctual, reliable, and able to adhere to procedures.
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Commitment to providing a respectful and inclusive experience for all visitors.
Training: Volunteers will receive an induction, including a review of booking procedures, handling donations, and merchandise management. Ongoing training sessions and resources will be provided to support the role.
Benefits:
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Be the welcoming face of Historic Croydon Airport.
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Gain experience in visitor management and merchandising.
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Contribute to the educational and cultural enrichment of the community.
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Be part of a supportive and passionate team.
Application Process: If you enjoy engaging with the public and are enthusiastic about history, we would love to hear from you.
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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Join Marie Curie as an Partnership Volunteer – Make a difference in your community.
Marie Curie has teamed up with Morrisons in an inspiring new partnership, aiming to raise £15 million over the next three years to support families with the best possible end-of-life care.
We’re looking for Partnership Volunteers to help us raise awareness and funds in your local Morrisons store. This is a flexible and rewarding role that fits around your schedule. Whether you have a few hours or more to spare, we'd love to hear from you
What you’ll be doing:
Choose from a variety of activities that suit your interests and availability:
- Host fundraising stalls in Morrisons – selling donated goods, tempting bake sales, and classic tombola's – just to name a few
- Take part in store collections during key campaign weeks
- Support your local Morrisons Community Champion during our 11 fundraising weeks, including:
- Care, Comfort and Joy Festive Fundraising - 1 - 31 December 2025
- Great Daffodil Appeal - 23 February - 8 March 2026
- Game On - 27 April – 10 May 2026
- Paint It Yellow - 3 – 30 August 2026
You’ll be fully supported with training, tools, and a dedicated volunteer manager to guide you every step of the way.
We’re looking for Volunteers who are:
- Passionate about making a difference locally
- Creative and enthusiastic
- Good communicators
- Organised and reliable
- Friendly and approachable
Together, we can bring more care and comfort to those who need it most.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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Three Board Member vacancies at Freedom from Torture
Freedom from Torture is dedicated to healing and protecting people who have survived torture. We provide therapies to improve physical and mental health, we medically document torture, we provide health assessments and liaise with GPs, and we provide legal and welfare help. We expose torture globally, we fight to hold torturing states to account, and we advocate for fairer treatment of torture survivors in the UK.
We campaign for national and global change, using evidence from our services and survivor voices to protect and promote survivors' rights and hold torturing states to account. We are proud to play a significant role in the global anti-torture movement. Survivors, active and empowered, are at the centre of all of our work.
We are seeking to recruit three new Board members to join our committed Board of Trustees. We are looking for candidates with expertise in one or more of the following areas:
▪ Clinical Leadership with substantial leadership experience in NHS or charity trauma services;
▪ Transformation expertise at senior level, whether in a service context or a broader organisational setting;
▪ Digital/ data expertise, strong experience in digital platforms and data analytics, with awareness of emerging technologies to help deliver services and increase organisational effectiveness;
▪ People leadership expertise having led strategic HR and organisational culture change initiatives.
We are committed to achieving a diverse Board and would be particularly interested to hear from those with experience in one or more of these areas who also have direct experience of torture, the asylum system or overcoming personal adversity and/or who come from Black, Asian, ethnic minority and/or other under-represented groups.
We provide an extensive induction for all new Trustees and gladly offer training and capacity-building opportunities, as required.
These are volunteer roles appointed for 3 years and renewable for an additional 2 terms. While the roles are unpaid, travel expenses and childcare costs will be reimbursed.
Freedom from Torture is committed to exemplary safeguarding practice, and we require an enhanced DBS check for these roles.
For more details of these opportunities, including how to apply, please see our candidate pack.
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Volunteers offer people a place to keep warm, charge phones and enjoy a hot drink or meal. Could you be a friendly face in the community this winter? Training and support is provided. The Break Room is a welcoming, free space at T&T2 in Surrey Quays Shopping Centre.
Volunteering with Time & Talents provides fantastic opportunities to connect with your community, build your skills, and even make new friends! We provide induction, training and continuous support, alongside opportunities to meet other volunteers.
In the first instance, please get in touch here and we will send you our online application form!
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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Would you like to be involved in the founding of a new charity that supports young people through grief and loss? At Beyond Tomorrow, we support young people through grief and loss with compassion, guidance, and hope. Join us to help shape brighter futures for those finding their way beyond loss.
Job Title: Trustee (Treasurer Role)
Location: Kent- but this role can be done virtually.
Time Commitment: Around 3–5 hours per month
Reporting to: The Board of Trustees
About the Role:
We’re a charity dedicated to helping young people and families navigate grief, loss, and emotional wellbeing. As our Treasurer, you’ll play a key part in keeping us financially accountable making sure we can keep supporting young people in the best way possible. You don’t have to be an accountant; we just need someone confident with numbers, organised, willing to learn and passionate about making a difference.
Key Responsibilities:
Finance Management
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Keep track of the charity’s income and spending.
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Manage the charity’s bank account and ensure everything matches our records.
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Work with the other trustees to plan an annual budget and keep an eye on how we’re doing.
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Prepare simple finance reports for trustee meetings so everyone understands how funds are being used.
Reporting & Compliance
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Help prepare our yearly accounts and returns for the Charity Commission.
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Make sure we’re following all the right financial policies and keeping our records clear and transparent.
Advising the Board
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Explain financial info in plain English so everyone feels confident making decisions.
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Support us in planning sustainable income streams (like grants, donations, and fundraising).
What We’re Looking For:
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Someone confident with money management, budgets, or spreadsheets (finance or bookkeeping experience is great but not essential!).
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Reliable, detail-oriented, and honest.
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Friendly communicator who can make numbers make sense.
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Passionate about supporting young people, families, and communities through loss and mental health challenges.
Commitment & Expenses:
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This is a voluntary role — trustees are not paid, but reasonable expenses (like travel or supplies) will be reimbursed.
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We usually meet once every 1–2 months, and you’ll also help out a little between meetings when needed.
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You also have the opportunity to be involved in the charity's community work, however there is no expectation of this.
What You’ll Get Out of It:
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A meaningful role where your skills make a real difference.
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The chance to help shape a starting charity and see the impact firsthand.
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Experience in the charity sector, finance, strategy, and leadership.
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A warm, supportive team that actually cares about the cause
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A great addition to your CV for employers.
At Beyond Tomorrow, we support young people through grief and loss with compassion, guidance, and hope.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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Can you help with our Collection Tins and Daffodil Boxes?
Distribute and collect our Marie Curie tins or daffodil boxes in your local community - in shops, cafés, pubs, sports and social clubs, pharmacies and other venues.
Availability: 1-2 hours per month required – totally flexible to suit you
Locations: Your hometown and surrounding areas
We welcome applicants aged 18 years or older for this opportunity - if that’s you, we’d love to welcome you to the team!
What you'll do:
- Distribute and collect collection tins/boxes
- Count and bank donations securely
- Monitor and empty donation boxes regularly
- Identify new venues
Why you'd be a great fit:
- Friendly and bring a positive attitude
- A good organiser
- Comfortable talking to people from all walks of life
- Knowledge of your local area
What you get:
- Essential training delivered
- Ongoing guidance and wellbeing support
- Recognition for your time
Perks:
- Travel and expenses reimbursed
- Access to discounts on shopping, dining, travel and more
Ready to support your local community and make a real difference?
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Could you be one of our new trustees?
We currently have space on our Board for up to eight new Trustees who want to work with us to help improve university communities so that every student gets the mental health support they need to reach their goals.
At Student Minds, we’re working to improve university communities so that no student is held back by their mental health. So it should come as no surprise that we are keen to reflect the communities we serve, maintain a diverse board and ensure student voices are represented. This is key to our mission and our continued impact.
You may be thinking that you don't have the experience because you haven't been a trustee before, or because charity governance isn't your field. Think again!
Here's what you DO NEED need:
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Commitment to our vision - a world where no student is held back by their mental health
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Experience in 1 or 2 of the following areas:
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Current higher education students
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Professional higher education sector expertise
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Legal expertise
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Fundraising and income generation expertise
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Equity, diversity, inclusion, belonging, intersectionality and anti racism expertise
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AI and technology expertise
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Campaigning, advocacy, community organising and/or public affairs expertise
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Marketing and brand awareness expertise
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People and culture, HR, organisational development or leadership development expertise
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And what you DON'T need:
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Previous experience of trusteeship
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Experience in charity law or working with a charity
Both experienced and aspiring trustees have much to bring to our table: we are looking for fresh perspectives and seasoned knowledge alike.
Key responsibilities
Student Minds Trustees are expected to commit to the following:
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Preparation and attendance at four board meetings a year. Board meetings are held online and take place on weekdays from 5 - 7.30 pm.
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Preparation and attendance at two board away days each year, usually from 12.30 - 5 pm. Board away days are in person and usually take place in Leeds. Travel expenses can be claimed.
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Ad-hoc meetings and conversations with the senior management team as required. This usually constitutes approximately a further five working days a year.
If appointed, you will receive the training and onboarding you need to be a confident, contributing member of the board. We are also able to provide you with a board buddy to support you in your first few months.
So, if you want to help shape the future of student mental health, download our recruitment pack to find out more!
How to apply?
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For more information about the role responsibilities please follow the link
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Download and complete our application form, which is available on the link
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Complete the Equality Monitoring Form.
Application process
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Application closing deadline: Monday the 5th January at 11.59 pm - make sure you send your completed application form by this date
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Interviews: 29th or 30th January (general Trustees) or 5th February (Student Trustees) with a Trustee and CEO
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Appointment: subject to approval by the Student Minds Board.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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Job Description
Are you ready to put your digital marketing skills into practice and make a real impact? As a Volunteer Digital Marketing Manager with TESYouth, you’ll gain invaluable hands-on experience while helping us grow our online presence and reach.
In this role, you’ll be part of a team that values creativity, innovation, and collaboration. You’ll play a key role in developing and implementing strategies that strengthen our brand message, boost engagement, and drive traffic to our digital platforms.
Responsibilities
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Increase traffic and visibility across TESYouth’s digital channels.
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Grow our brand message, vision, and online presence.
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Develop and manage digital marketing campaigns.
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Monitor and analyse performance using SEO, Google Analytics, and other tools.
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Collaborate with the creative and communications teams to align marketing activities.
Requirements
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Experience in digital marketing and social media management.
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Working knowledge of SEO, Google Analytics, and related tools.
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Strong communication and organisational skills.
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Proactive, dedicated, and willing to learn.
Additional Information
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This is a voluntary role and can be carried out entirely remotely.
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All reasonable expenses will be reimbursed.
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Flexible hours – ideal for those looking to gain professional experience while contributing to a meaningful cause.
About TESYouth
TESYouth (Training, Employment Opportunities & Social Development for Youth) is a social enterprise and not-for-profit organisation dedicated to reducing youth unemployment. Through training programmes, work experience, interactive workshops, and volunteering opportunities, we support young people in developing their skills and achieving their career aspirations.
Together with our collaborators and partners, we aim to make a lasting positive impact in the community.
Tackle and reduce youth unemployment by providing with the necessary tools to develop skills, aptitudes, knowledge and self-confidence.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Actively Interviewing
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!
We're looking for 2-3 detail-oriented and strategic Search Engine Optimisation (SEO) Specialist Volunteers to help optimise our online presence and ensure our campaigns and content reach the communities that need them most and increase the charity’s search engine results rankings. The SEO Specialist Volunteers will play a key role in enhancing the visibility and searchability of Burning Nights CRPS Support’s website and digital content.
The SEO Specialist Volunteers will be volunteering within the Communications & Marketing Team to implement SEO best practices, conduct keyword research, improve site structure, and analyse web performance – all to ensure our content reaches a broader audience and amplifies the voice of our charity’s supporters online.
Key Tasks and Objectives
- Competitor and Keyword Research: Conduct keyword research to inform website content and campaign strategies.
- On-page optimisation: Optimise existing content for improved search engine ranking (meta tags, meta descriptions, headers, alt text, etc.)
- Monitor and analyse SEO performance using tools such as Google Analytics, Google Search Console, and SEMrush.
- Technical SEO Implementation: Identify technical SEO issues and collaborate with content teams to resolve them.
- Backlink and Off-Page SEO: Assist in developing backlink strategies and improving domain authority.
- Support the content team in creating SEO-optimised articles and pages.
- Provide monthly reports on SEO performance and suggest improvements.
- Stay up to date with SEO trends, Google algorithm updates, and emerging best practices.
Key Skills or Qualifications
- Excellent understanding of SEO principles and search engine algorithms.
- Proven experience in conducting SEO audits, strategy development, and implementation.
- Experience using SEO tools such as Google Search Console, Google Analytics, Ahrefs, or SEMrush or similar platforms.
- Previous experience in digital marketing, content strategy, or technical SEO.
- Ability to perform keyword research and competitor analysis.
- Familiarity with HTML, CSS, and content management systems (ideally Django framework).
- Strong analytical skills and attention to detail.
- Excellent written communication and reporting skills.
- Evidence of organisational skills, with good attention to detail.
- The ability to work independently, turning recommendations into action without needing constant oversight.
- A passion for using your skills to support patients and families impacted by a debilitating pain condition and help save lives.
- Passion for creating inclusive and accessible digital spaces.
- Highly organised, self-motivated, and able to work independently.
- Enthusiastic about supporting a small charity.
- Willing to learn, adapt, and collaborate with a supportive team.
Desirable Experience
- Experience of Google Ads for nonprofits.
- Experience of using Django framework websites.
- Familiarity with accessibility best practices and inclusive web design.
- Experience working with or volunteering for nonprofit / charitable organisations.
- Demonstrable IT skills, particularly Google Drive and Microsoft.
- Good research and information management skills.
- An understanding of the charity sector and/or fundraising.
Key Benefits
- Volunteer as part of a forward-thinking, supportive team.
- Unique opportunity to directly contribute to strategic SEO recommendations, and the implementation of those changes to increase the charity’s visibility.
- At Burning Nights CRPS Support you’ll use your SEO skills for a mission with a real, measurable impact. This is more than just a volunteer role, it’s an opportunity to change and save lives.
- Make a meaningful difference in the lives of patients and families impacted by a severe pain condition.
- Building your network and forming connections with like-minded people and organisations.
- Enhance your CV and gain skills that are transferable to a variety of career paths.
- Receive training and ongoing support from our team.
- Experience the personal satisfaction and fulfilment that comes from helping others.
Training and Support
- Full induction to our organisation, as well as check-ins, ongoing training, supervision and support from the Communications & Marketing Lead Volunteer, Volunteer Co-ordinators, Trustees and the Volunteer Team.
- This a remote volunteering opportunity with regular online team check-ins and collaborative sessions with a supportive, creative, and inclusive team environment.
- Relevant and ongoing training for your volunteer role.
- Regular updates on charity activities.
- Support, advice and guidance from Charity team.
- After 3 months volunteering, all volunteers are eligible for additional training courses (reasonable cost).
- Out-of-pocket expenses, approved in advance will be reimbursed.
To drive change for Complex Regional Pain Syndrome (CRPS) & ensure people whose lives have been touched by this condition are not alone.










