Be Buddy Volunteer Roles in Birmingham

Are you local to Blackheath or surrounding areas? Are you looking for an opportunity to learn new skills and give back to your community? Join our team as a Community First Aider with Stour Valley Network! Check us out on Instagram or X (@sjastourvalley) or on Facebook (St John Ambulance West Midlands - Stour Valley Community Network) to see what our volunteers are getting up to!

At St John Ambulance, we are looking to develop our volunteering offer and become an even more integral part of our communities through delivering community first aid and education. 

We need people who have a passion for helping others, care about their communities and want to make a difference, supporting them to become safe and more resilient by sharing your first aid skills and knowledge. As a Community First Aider, you’ll deliver first aid to those in need through local events, as well as provide education to the public so that the ripple effect of First Aid grows.

Through supporting the growth of community partnerships, you will bring people along to our cause, growing our membership and fundraising base and spreading the message that First Aid Saves Lives. 

Through volunteering as a Community First Aider, you’ll get a huge sense of satisfaction and pride delivering an essential service. It’s great for you, great for your community and great for our nation, and it requires only a small commitment of your time. 

We will make sure you will have access to a proper induction to volunteering with SJA and the training you need for the role you take on. We will also provide you with a supportive environment while you are volunteering with us. Information about our volunteer roles are included in the role descriptions. What you can expect from SJA, and what we expect from those who volunteer with us, is included in the volunteer charter.

We are looking to run a volunteering selection session on: We will run multiple selection events (either in-person or online depending on the number of applicants and team capacity) throughout the selection and interview period for this role (23/02/2025- 0/04/2025)

If you are successful you will need to undertake induction & training for role at these dates:

Welcome Event (Induction) - 07/03/2025 at St John Ambulance Halesowen, Manor Way, Halesowen, B62 8RW,

Training for role - The training for this role will involve a two day in-person training course which will take place at St John Ambulance Halesowen, Manor Way, Halesowen, B62 8RW, as well as pre-learning online. You will be supported throughout the training process by the Network Leadership Team and your induction buddy, who will be happy to answer any questions you may have.

Network meetings will take place every other Monday evening at St John Ambulance, Manor Way, Halesowen, B62 8RW. 

Community First Aiders would be expected to attend the majority of these sessions in order to maintain their level of training, interact with the Network, and help to organise key Network activity. Volunteers in this role are expected to deliver at least 80 hours of community delivery a year. This can include community first aid, education, or fundraising.

Closing date for these opportunities is: 15/04/2025

To apply for this opportunity please follow the link below:

Can you spare a few hours a week to support members of the Colostomy UK Facebook Support group?

We are looking for volunteers who can help respond to queries from group members on our closed Facebook group during the evenings (Mon – Fri, 5 - 9pm) and at weekends (Sat & Sun, 9am - 9pm).

Members of the support group are generally very positive, encouraging and kind to each other. Generally, members want to help each other, and the group has a real sense of community. The group is for anyone with a stoma or who has genuine interest in supporting someone with a stoma. 

What will you do?

You will be logged in and respond to posts as Colostomy UK. We ask that you look at the group approximately once an hour during your shift and respond to posts as and when required. This may involve giving advice (never medical advice) or signposting back to our website.

You don’t need to respond immediately if you are unsure, however we do ask that you have a basic understanding of the group guidelines and alert the office team to any concerns. We ask that you delete any posts without delay that are obviously against the rules (we’ll tell you what those are during the training).

We have a weekly rota, and you can sign up for the time slots that work best for you. Shifts can be scheduled for the same day and time each week, or vary, as suits you.

How will we support you?

You will complete two hours of comprehensive training before getting started, so you are fully aware of what you need to do and when.

We’ll buddy you with an established volunteer who can support you in the initial few weeks.

You will be part of our WhatsApp group which includes other volunteers and the office team, so if you are ever unsure on how to help someone, others can help. Members of the WhatsApp group are happy to be contacted out of hours so very available if needed. 

What qualities and skills will you need?

• Great if you are an ostomate but you don’t have to be.
• Good writing skills and able to respond to messages in a timely manner via your device or PC.
• Correspond in a supportive and person specific manner with members of the group.
• Empathy with and enthusiasm for helping people.
• Good understanding of our charity and the support we offer.

Can you help out?We’d love to hear from you!

You will need to complete the relevant training for the role. You will be asked to complete an application form, DBS check, video interview and provide 2 satisfactory references.

At St John Ambulance, we are looking to develop our volunteering offer and become an even more integral part of our communities through delivering community first aid and education. 

We need people who have a passion for helping others, care about their communities and want to make a difference, supporting them to become safe and more resilient by sharing your first aid skills and knowledge. As a Community First Aider, you’ll deliver first aid to those in need through local events, as well as provide education to the public so that the ripple effect of First Aid grows.

Through supporting the growth of community partnerships, you will bring people along to our cause, growing our membership and fundraising base and spreading the message that First Aid Saves Lives. 

Through volunteering as a Community First Aider, you’ll get a huge sense of satisfaction and pride delivering an essential service. It’s great for you, great for your community and great for our nation, and it requires only a small commitment of your time. 

We will make sure you will have access to a proper induction to volunteering with SJA and the training you need for the role you take on. We will also provide you with a supportive environment while you are volunteering with us. Information about our volunteer roles are included in the role descriptions. What you can expect from SJA, and what we expect from those who volunteer with us, is included in the volunteer charter.

If you are successful you will need to undertake induction & training for role at these dates:
Welcome Event (Induction) - We will run multiple selection events (either in-person or online depending on the number of applicants and team capacity) throughout the selection and interview period for this role (23/02/2025- 10/04/2025). We will contact you with provisional interview dates if your application is successful, but please include your availability in your application (for example if you are only available on certain days of the week).
Training for role - The training for this role will involve a two day in-person training course which will take place at St John Ambulance Halesowen, Manor Way, Halesowen, B62 8RW, as well as pre-learning online. You will be supported throughout the training process by the Network Leadership Team and your induction buddy, who will be happy to answer any questions you may have.

Closing date for these opportunities is: 15/04/2025

To apply for this opportunity please follow the link below:

At St John Ambulance, we are looking to develop our volunteering offer and become an even more integral part of our communities through delivering community first aid and education. 

We need people who have a passion for helping others, care about their communities and want to make a difference, supporting them to become safe and more resilient by sharing your first aid skills and knowledge. As a Community First Aider, you’ll deliver first aid to those in need through local events, as well as provide education to the public so that the ripple effect of First Aid grows.

Through supporting the growth of community partnerships, you will bring people along to our cause, growing our membership and fundraising base and spreading the message that First Aid Saves Lives. 

Through volunteering as a Community First Aider, you’ll get a huge sense of satisfaction and pride delivering an essential service. It’s great for you, great for your community and great for our nation, and it requires only a small commitment of your time. 

We will make sure you will have access to a proper induction to volunteering with SJA and the training you need for the role you take on. We will also provide you with a supportive environment while you are volunteering with us. Information about our volunteer roles are included in the role descriptions. What you can expect from SJA, and what we expect from those who volunteer with us, is included in the volunteer charter.

Selected candidates will be invited to a selection event which will comprise of an interview, ID checks, and an introduction to the organisation. Successful candidates will then be invited to a Network meeting and inducted into the organisation.

We are looking to run multiple volunteering selection and interview sessions between:
23rd February 2025 - 30th April 2025

We will contact you with provisional interview dates if your application is successful, but please include your availability in your application (for example if you are only available on certain days of the week).

If you are successful you will need to undertake induction for role between these dates:
Welcome Event (Induction) - 7th March 2025 - 30th May 2025

The training for this role will involve a two day in-person training course which will take place at St John Ambulance Halesowen, Manor Way, Halesowen, B62 8RW, as well as pre-learning online. You will be supported throughout the training process by the Network Leadership Team and your induction buddy, who will be happy to answer any questions you may have.

Network meetings will take place every other Monday evening at St John Ambulance, Manor Way, Halesowen, B62 8RW. 

Community First Aiders would be expected to attend the majority of these sessions in order to maintain their level of training, interact with the Network, and help to organise key Network activity. 

Volunteers in this role are expected to deliver at least 80 hours of community delivery a year. This can include community first aid, education, or fundraising.

Closing date for these opportunities is: 15th April 2025

To apply for this opportunity please follow the link below:

At St John Ambulance, we are looking to develop our volunteering offer and become an even more integral part of our communities through delivering community first aid and education. 

Are you local to Oldbury or surrounding areas? Are you looking for an opportunity to learn new skills and give back to your community? Join our team as a Community First Aider with Stour Valley Network! Check us out on Instagram or X (@sjastourvalley) or on Facebook (St John Ambulance West Midlands - Stour Valley Community Network) to see what our volunteers are getting up to!

We need people who have a passion for helping others, care about their communities and want to make a difference, supporting them to become safe and more resilient by sharing your first aid skills and knowledge. As a Community First Aider, you’ll deliver first aid to those in need through local events, as well as provide education to the public so that the ripple effect of First Aid grows.

Through supporting the growth of community partnerships, you will bring people along to our cause, growing our membership and fundraising base and spreading the message that First Aid Saves Lives. 

Through volunteering as a Community First Aider, you’ll get a huge sense of satisfaction and pride delivering an essential service. It’s great for you, great for your community and great for our nation, and it requires only a small commitment of your time. 

We will make sure you will have access to a proper induction to volunteering with SJA and the training you need for the role you take on. We will also provide you with a supportive environment while you are volunteering with us. Information about our volunteer roles are included in the role descriptions. What you can expect from SJA, and what we expect from those who volunteer with us, is included in the volunteer charter.

We will run multiple selection events (either in-person or online depending on the number of applicants and team capacity) throughout the selection and interview period for this role (23/02/2025- 0/04/2025). We will contact you with provisional interview dates if your application is successful, but please include your availability in your application (for example if you are only available on certain days of the week).

The training for this role will involve a two day in-person training course which will take place at St John Ambulance Halesowen, Manor Way, Halesowen, B62 8RW, as well as pre-learning online. You will be supported throughout the training process by the Network Leadership Team and your induction buddy, who will be happy to answer any questions you may have.

Closing date for these opportunities is: 15/04/2025

To apply for this opportunity please follow the link below:

At St John Ambulance, we are looking to develop our volunteering offer and become an even more integral part of our communities through delivering community first aid and education. 

Are you local to West Bromwich or surrounding areas? Are you looking for an opportunity to learn new skills and give back to your community? Join our team as a Community First Aider with Stour Valley Network! Check us out on Instagram or X (@sjastourvalley) or on Facebook (St John Ambulance West Midlands - Stour Valley Community Network) to see what our volunteers are getting up to!

We need people who have a passion for helping others, care about their communities and want to make a difference, supporting them to become safe and more resilient by sharing your first aid skills and knowledge. As a Community First Aider, you’ll deliver first aid to those in need through local events, as well as provide education to the public so that the ripple effect of First Aid grows.

Through supporting the growth of community partnerships, you will bring people along to our cause, growing our membership and fundraising base and spreading the message that First Aid Saves Lives. 

Network meetings will take place every other Monday evening at St John Ambulance, Manor Way, Halesowen, B62 8RW. Community First Aiders would be expected to attend the majority of these sessions in order to maintain their level of training, interact with the Network, and help to organise key Network activity. Volunteers in this role are expected to deliver at least 80 hours of community delivery a year. This can include community first aid, education, or fundraising.

Through volunteering as a Community First Aider, you’ll get a huge sense of satisfaction and pride delivering an essential service. It’s great for you, great for your community and great for our nation, and it requires only a small commitment of your time. 

We will make sure you will have access to a proper induction to volunteering with SJA and the training you need for the role you take on. We will also provide you with a supportive environment while you are volunteering with us. Information about our volunteer roles are included in the role descriptions. What you can expect from SJA, and what we expect from those who volunteer with us, is included in the volunteer charter.

We will run multiple selection events (either in-person or online depending on the number of applicants and team capacity) throughout the selection and interview period for this role (23/02/2025- 0/04/2025). We will contact you with provisional interview dates if your application is successful, but please include your availability in your application (for example if you are only available on certain days of the week). Selected candidates will be invited to a selection event which will comprise of an interview, ID checks, and an introduction to the organisation. Successful candidates will then be invited to a Network meeting and inducted into the organisation.

The training for this role will involve a two day in-person training course which will take place at St John Ambulance Halesowen, Manor Way, Halesowen, B62 8RW, as well as pre-learning online. You will be supported throughout the training process by the Network Leadership Team and your induction buddy, who will be happy to answer any questions you may have.

Closing date for these opportunities is: 15/04/2025

To apply for this opportunity please follow the link below:

Thank you for your interest in becoming a Board Member of English Rural Housing Association.

As part of our approach to succession planning, we are currently looking to appoint one exceptional candidate to join the Board. The ideal candidate for this role will bring a wealth of experience in asset management and procurement. 

Job Title: Board Member 
Hours: Typically, five board meetings a year, plus three committee meetings, and two- or three-days visiting sites or attending external events. 
Term(s): For up to two terms of three years each. 
Responsible to: Chair of the Board 
Salary: Currently unremunerated with associated expenses paid (The Board have agreed that a £2.5K per annum salary be introduced from September 2025) 
Location: Board and committee meetings are usually facilitated by remote video access with at least three board meetings in person. In person meetings are generally held in London. 
Induction: All incoming Board Members benefit from a comprehensive induction process, including meeting staff, being assigned a board ‘buddy’, up to three professional coaching sessions and Insights Discovery personality profiling. 
Appraisal: Board Member appraisals are carried out annually and incorporate a 360-degree approach.

About Us
English Rural is a leading specialist rural housing association with an active development programme. We build and manage homes in village locations, principally across the South of England. We currently own and manage around 1,600 homes in almost 200 villages. Our ambition is to build a further 150 homes as part of our Business Strategy.

All the homes we build are enabled in partnership with local communities and are designed to help local people. Our developments are high-quality and have a small footprint, with an average scheme being only six homes. We are also one of the prominent national advocates of affordable rural housing, with HRH The Princess Royal as our Patron.

About the Role
This is an exciting time to join the Board, as English Rural continues the successful delivery of an ambitious Business Strategy, which supports our position as a leading provider of affordable rural homes. Through the Strategy we are investing more than ever in our agreed purpose – ‘The provision and management of affordable housing for local people in rural villages in England and to be an advocate for affordable rural housing’.

As well as meeting the general requirements of the role, we are particularly looking for candidates who can contribute in one or more of the following areas:

• Expertise in asset management within a housing or similar sector
• Sound knowledge of procurement and contract performance management
• Experience of implementing sustainability and environmental aims within a housing or similar sector

We hope on reading the recruitment pack (availble at the next step, on our website) you will find yourself inspired by the valuable work that we do, and we look forward to receiving your application.

The closing date for applications is: 10:00am on Monday 24th March 2025. 
Your application will be acknowledged and treated with strictest confidence. 
Interviews: Week of 7th April 2025 
Board meeting to confirm appointments: Thursday 1st May 2025

Interested?

If you would like to find out more, please click the apply button. You will be directed to our website to complete your application for this position.

English Rural recognises the positive value of diversity and promotes equality. We welcome and encourage job applications from people of all backgrounds.

No agencies please.