Area volunteer roles in bexleyheath, greater london
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Independent Visitor Role Description
Purpose: To appoint a volunteer to visit, advise, and befriend a young person in the care of the Local Authority, providing contact with someone independent of their professional network.
Accountable to: Independent Visitors/Mentors and Peer Mentoring Coordinator
Main Tasks
- Visit a young person monthly and build a positive relationship as an adult friend.
- Encourage participation in activities for social, emotional, and educational development.
- Provide timely written reports on visits.
- Maintain contact with responsible adults for the young person.
- Ensure the young person’s views are heard.
- Ensure the young person knows their rights and is encouraged to participate in decisions.
- Promote the young person’s unique needs related to their race, culture, language, religion, disability, gender, or sexual orientation, challenging discrimination.
- Abide by the confidentiality policy and report any safeguarding concerns.
- Keep secure records of visits and significant events.
- Safely destroy documents once no longer part of the scheme.
RBKC Values and Behaviour
- Putting Communities First: Inclusive, quality service.
- Respect: Value personal experiences and a fair approach.
- Integrity: Open, honest, and responsible communication.
- Work Together: Collaborate for better community impact.
Personal Attributes, Skills, and Abilities
Attributes:
- Committed - Ideally, relationships should last at least two years.
- Resilient - Building trust takes time and patience.
- Consistent - Develop trust through consistency.
Skills:
- Sensitivity to young people's needs.
- Ability to build positive relationships.
- Initiative and time management.
- Ability to travel.
Equal Opportunities
Independent Visitors/Mentors are recruited from all ethnic and cultural backgrounds. We actively recruit male and female volunteers from all religious faiths and socio-economic backgrounds. Independent visitors/mentors with disabilities are also welcome to apply.
Volunteers are expected to adhere to RBKC’s policies on diversity, equal opportunities, and anti-discriminatory practice. Training provided includes equal opportunities and anti-discriminatory practices to ensure that all Independent Visitors/Mentors are knowledgeable and can apply these in their role.
The Independent Visitor/Mentors Role is a valuable one, and if you choose to apply and are accepted onto the scheme, you could be a positive influence in a young person’s life.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Thank you!
The Organisation:
Founded in 1868, the Royal Commonwealth Society (RCS) is the oldest charity dedicated to the Commonwealth. The RCS is a network of organisations and individuals across more than 70 countries in the Commonwealth and beyond who promote the value and the values of the Commonwealth.
His Majesty The King is the Patron of the Royal Commonwealth Society, and Her Majesty The Queen is the Vice-Patron.
The King succeeded The late Queen Elizabeth II, who had been Patron since 1952 when she was also Head of the Commonwealth. Queen Camilla had previously been our inaugural Vice-Patron since 2018.
The Honorary Vice-President is the Secretary-General of the Commonwealth.
The Royal Commonwealth Society is governed by an experienced Council
comprising the Executive Chair and Trustees.
The offices are in Guildhall, London, with team members based in Canada, Malta, Nigeria, the Solomon Islands, South Africa, and Sri Lanka.
In addition to branches, the Royal Commonwealth Society has an active network of over 450 Associate Fellows. Formerly Queen’s Young Leaders and other outstanding young people from all 56 Commonwealth countries, the Associate Fellows are reappointed annually based on their contributions to their respective Working Groups.
To find out more about the Royal Commonwealth Society, visit the website.
The Role:
To get the most out of being on the RCS’s Council, we are looking for those who have a passion for our aims and can commit to the time and effort required. Our trustees need strategic vision, independent judgement, and an ability to work effectively and actively as part of a small but dedicated charitable organisation. We are seeking an experienced Chair who can lead the Council in a collegiate and effective manner to deliver the most impact for the citizens of the Commonwealth.
To fulfil the duties of this role, we are looking for someone who has considerable board experience and a commitment to charitable endeavours. A background in the Commonwealth is not required. We are especially keen to hear from people from a wide range of backgrounds.
- Oversee the Council and the Society’s strategy and direction
- Management of finances of the Society
- Lead fundraising efforts
- Responsible for the governance of the Society
- Maintain relationships with external stakeholders
Person Specification:
- Chair experience would be highly desirable
- Board experience would be required
- Trustee experience of charitable organisations would be desirable
- High-level professional experience
- Interest in the voluntary sector and its contribution to society
- Commitment to good governance
- Strong interpersonal skills and a collegiate approach
- An interest in global affairs and an international outlook
- Experience of working with stakeholders and doing so with professionalism and discretion
- Confidence in being the high profile representative of a significant institution
Further Information:
For comprehensive information about the Royal Commonwealth Society, the role responsibilities and the person we are looking for, please download the Candidate Information Document.
How to Apply:
If you are passionate about joining the Royal Commonwealth Society and believe you have the skills and experience we are looking for, please apply with the following:
- An up-to-date 2 page CV
- A supporting statement of no more than 1 side of A4, detailing why you would like to be considered, your relevant experience and expertise and what you think you can bring to the role.
- 3 referees’ contact emails and telephone numbers.
All applications are being handled by our recruitment partner, Trustees Unlimited (part of the Russam group).
All applications should be sent to Trustees Unlimited.
For an informal discussion about the role, please contact Melissa Baxter, Managing Partner - Charities.
Closing date for applications: Monday 5th May 2025
Interviews with Royal Commonwealth Society: Monday 19th May [online] and Tuesday 27th May 2025 [in person, at the Guildhall].
The role commences on 1st June 2025.
Please confirm the above dates are suitable in your covering letter. Please also highlight any potential conflicts of interest. References and other checks will be conducted.
Thank you!
USPG is looking to appoint 3 Trustees (lay or ordained) committed to global mission within the Anglican Communion. At this time, we are seeking to appoint a qualified accountant and two trustees with significant regional knowledge (Caribbean/ Latin America, Middle East, East Asia or Africa) to serve from July 2025.
About You
In recruiting Trustees at this time, we are looking for individuals with the following skill sets and experience:
- Accountancy: A qualified accountant with current experience of scrutinising accounts of organisations of the scale of USPG (at least) is sought. The person appointed will become a member of USPG’s Finance & Audit Committee as well as contribute to the strategic discussions of the Trustee board.
- Global knowledge and understanding: A couple of trustees with significant regional knowledge, especially of the Caribbean/Latin America, but also of the Middle East, Asia or Africa. That understanding may come from working with the churches or from professional experience outside of the Church.
The role is not paid, but necessary expenses incurred for attending USPG meetings will be reimbursed.
About USPG
The United Society Partners in the Gospel, known widely as USPG, is the Anglican mission agency that partners churches across the Anglican Communion in rethinking mission, energising church and championing justice. Click here to find out more.
USPG is actively seeking a diverse board with a balance of gender, ethnicity and age.
Registered Charity
21 - 50
We bring people together from different parts of the global Church in mutually enriching conversation and profound encounters.
Thank you!
We are looking for two new trustees who can bring expertise from the philanthropic and talent management spheres, respectively.
The Organisation:
Founded in 1868, the Royal Commonwealth Society (RCS) is the oldest charity dedicated to the Commonwealth. The RCS is a network of organisations and individuals across more than 70 countries in the Commonwealth and beyond who promote the value and the values of the Commonwealth. His Majesty The King is the Patron of the Royal Commonwealth Society, and Her Majesty The Queen is the Vice-Patron. The King succeeded The late Queen Elizabeth II, who had been Patron since 1952 when she was also Head of the Commonwealth. Queen Camilla had previously been our inaugural Vice-Patron since 2018. The Honorary Vice-President is the Secretary-General of the Commonwealth. The Royal Commonwealth Society is governed by an experienced Council comprising the Executive Chair and Trustees.
The offices are in Guildhall, London, with team members based in Canada, Malta, Nigeria, the Solomon Islands, South Africa, and Sri Lanka. In addition to branches, the Royal Commonwealth Society has an active network of over 450 Associate Fellows. Formerly Queen’s Young Leaders and other outstanding young people from all 56 Commonwealth countries, the Associate Fellows are reappointed annually based on their contributions to their respective Working Groups.
The Role:
To get the most out of being on the RCS’s Council, we are looking for those
who have a passion for our aims and can commit to the time and effort
required. Our trustees need strategic vision, independent judgement, and an
ability to work effectively and actively as part of a small but dedicated charitable
organisation.
To fulfil the duties of this role, we are looking for someone who has
considerable experience in philanthropy or talent and human resource
management. A background in the Commonwealth is not required. We are
especially keen to hear from people from a wide range of backgrounds.
- Active and committed Member of the Council to give input into the Society’s strategy and direction
- Management of finances of the Society
- Contribute to fundraising efforts
- Responsible for the governance of the Society
- Serve as a representative of a significant charitable institution
Person Specification:
- Background or experience in philanthropy or talent/people management
- Board/trustee experience would be desirable but not required
- High-level professional experience
- Interest in the voluntary sector and its contribution to society
- Interest in global affairs and an international outlook
- Commitment to good governance
- Strong interpersonal skills and a collegiate approach
