Care management volunteer roles
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!
Do you use technology on a regular basis for work, study, or daily life? If so, it is likely that you have the needed skills for this role! Help people to stay connected, improve their financial health, employability, and learn how to access much needed services and resources online! You will make a positive difference to bridging the digital divide, empowering others to gain knowledge and confidence in using technology!
This role may involve travelling to different parts of London.
What you will be doing
- Supporting service users to gain digital skills and knowledge on a computer, tablet and smart phone via one to one or in small group sessions
- Supporting service users to use digital apps, emails, search the internet, online shopping and set up online accounts
- Supporting service users to learn the skills to keep in touch with family and friends, such a video call and messaging
- Support individuals to agree and aspire on the steps/ goals they would like to achieve in the sessions
- Lead on the logistics and organisation of the sessions alongside the staff team
- Keep a record of attendees, provide feedback, and report any concerns to the staff team
The skills you need
- Confident using digital skills
- Willingness and interest in facilitating one to one and group session on basic digital skills
- Good communication skills
- Ability to provide a supportive, and inclusive atmosphere that encourages learning and participation
- Calm and patient approach
What's in it for you
- Supporting You - You will have a dedicated volunteer supervisor to support you in your role; Quarterly volunteer forums with the central Volunteering team and volunteers across Hestia; References for job applications
- Developing You - You will gain knowledge and insight into issues that impact Domestic Abuse, Modern Slavery and Mental Health; You will have access to our extensive Learning and Development Programme; 40% of our departed volunteers secured a paid role at Hestia last year!
- Valuing You - We hold annual Volunteer Awards and Celebration events; We reimburse travel expenses and up to £5 for lunch for your volunteering; We hold social events and outings for our volunteers to get together and have some fun
We deliver services across London as well as campaign and advocate nationally on the issues that affect the people we work with.




Voluntary Trustee
St Margaret’s Hospice Care
Board meetings 3.5 to 4 hours, in-person preferred (held in Taunton, Somerset)
& Quarterly committee meetings 2 hours, online or onsite
Are you passionate about making a difference in the lives of people facing life-limiting illnesses? Our client, St Margaret’s Hospice Care, a community-funded charity in Somerset, is seeking two dedicated Trustees to join our Board and help shape the future of hospice care.
We are particularly seeking individuals with knowledge or experience in one or more of the following areas:
- Income generation across various fundraising disciplines.
- Charity retail or commercial retail with experience in business development.
- Marketing, communications, PR, or digital marketing.
- Senior strategic leadership experience, ideally at Board level.
Key Attributes
- Strategic thinking and leadership skills.
- Strong interpersonal and communication abilities.
- Commitment to ethical responsibility and integrity.
- Understanding of governance and compliance.
Time Commitment
- Quarterly committee meetings (2 hours, online).
- Quarterly Board meetings (3–3.5 hours, in-person preferred).
- Twice-yearly half-day strategy sessions.
- Occasional visits to hospices and shops.
Further information and an applicant pack this can be requested via email, FAO Sandy Hinks or Leighann Beck, quoting Ref JO2607 to manage this campaign and is therefore unable to accept CVs from third-party agencies. All CVs and expressions of interest received will be forwarded directly to Moon Exec Search for consideration
Further information and an applicant pack this can be requested via email, FAO Sandy Hinks or Leighann Beck, quoting Ref JO2607 to:
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!
Join the Fight for Change – Help Us Build Stronger, More Inclusive Communities
WBC Cares UK is dedicated to transforming lives through the power of boxing. We use sport to empower young people, support those with disabilities or mental health challenges, and uplift individuals facing poverty, homelessness, and social exclusion. From community-based gyms to school outreach, mentoring, and essential aid, our mission is rooted in compassion, inclusion, and resilience.
We’re looking for a passionate and proactive Volunteer Fundraising Manager to help amplify our impact. In this role, you'll be instrumental in securing the financial support needed to expand our programmes, delivering hope, empowerment, and practical help to communities across the UK.
Your Role:
- Identify and apply for grants, local authority funds, and trust funding
- Develop small campaigns or appeals to engage donors and the wider community
- Build relationships with sponsors, funders, and partner organisations
- Support the team with fundraising reports and income tracking
- Help promote giving via digital and in-person channels
What You’ll Bring:
- Experience with fundraising or grant writing (desirable but not essential)
- Strong writing and organisational skills
- A passion for tackling inequality and helping vulnerable people
- Ability to commit around 6 - 10 hours per week (flexible and hybrid/remote possible)
What You’ll Gain:
- Be part of a grassroots charity with a growing impact
- Directly support crisis response and long-term transformation
- Gain valuable charity-sector experience in fundraising and strategy
- Work with a small, passionate, supportive team
WBC Cares UK empowers lives through accessible boxing. "Boxing belongs to everyone, and everyone belongs in boxing."
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!
Inpatient unit Volunteers provide support to the kitchen staff by delivering meals and snacks to patients, collecting used crockery from patient rooms and washing up all staff & patient crockery and cutlery. Volunteers in this role also provide a warm welcome to visitors when required. This allows catering staff to concentrate on food preparation, and nursing staff to concentrate on patient care.
Full training provided. An enhanced DBS check will be required for this role.
“Since helping at the Hospice of St Francis I feel as though my life has been much enriched”
IPU Volunteer
The Hospice of St Francis helps local people and their families, in Hertfordshire and Buckinghamshire, to live their precious lives well.





About The Role
At Washington you will be involved first hand are in assisting the collection team in maintaining and developing exhibits within the site at Washington to enhance the visitor experience.
This involves helping the Collection team to care for our large collection of rare and endangered species of waterfowl from around the world as well as wetland mammals.
Conducting public talks with our otters and Flamingos is also an important part of the role. Helping the team to inspire our visitors by the work we do and also showing them how they can get involved.
Why volunteer with us? We have one of the largest waterfowl collections in the North East, with over 40 species, 15 of which are of Conservation Concern, including the current flock of 56 breeding Chilean Flamingos and a pair of Asian Short-clawed Otters. Previous volunteers have gone on to work in animal conservation work around the world.
We are currently looking for volunteers that can help us on Tuesdays, Thursdays, Saturdays or Sundays. We ask that you can commit a minimum of 6 months to get the most from your role. You must be over 18 to apply for this role.
Volunteers are an essential part of the WWT team. You'll get a warm welcome, including information on training, equipment and anything else you need.
If you are interested in volunteering for WWT but don't wish to apply online, please email us or leave a message with your name and number. Please visit our webpage for more inforamtion and our contact details.
About You
- Some practical experience in animal care would be desirable
- Able to follow instructions and safely complete activities alone or as part of a team
- Good people skills
- Public speaking skills desirable
- Physical fitness and the ability to lift heavy loads
- Ability to work outdoors in all weather
- Driving licence is desirable
- Passion
- You need to be over 18 years old for this role.
About Us
We’re WWT, and we’re on a mission to restore the super-powered ecosystems we call wetlands. There’s never been a more important moment for our work, and we’ve got some phenomenal people on the case.
Whether they’re taking a new visitor under their wing, or conducting ground-breaking research further afield, our team are second to none. And there’s nothing we love more than watching them soar.
Whatever you do here, you’ll be helping to restore wetlands and unlock their power. So, the only question left is, what role will you play?
Why you'll love volunteering at WWT
- Feel good knowing you are helping to restore wetlands, and our world
- Be surrounded and inspired by like-minded wetland lovers
- Hear from the people who inject their energy, passion and expertise into wetlands and wildlife - talks, walks, webinars, tea and cake...
- Free entry to all our wetland centres, including your family
- Volunteer discount on shopping and memberships
- Access to webinars and practical information to help you manage daily life
We look forward to hearing from you!
Restore Wetlands and Unlock their Power





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!
***Please note that this is an opportunity based in Nottingham in the United Kingdom and we don’t offer sponsorship or accept overseas applicants***
PLEASE NOTE THIS IS NOT A PLACEMENT OPPORTUNITY AND IS NOT OPEN TO STUDENT VOLUNTEERS
What is the purpose of this role?
The Sybil Levin Day Service is a specialist SPECAL-Led day service supporting people with dementia and their carers using the SPECAL method.
What activities might you be involved in?
- Assisting centre attendees to engage in activities.
- Serving meals and drinks.
- Helping to set up and clear away activities.
- Engaging in conversation with centre attendees.
- Volunteering in line with the Charity’s policies and procedures and adhering to the Volunteer Code of Conduct
What are we looking for?
- People with a genuine interest in the wellbeing of people with dementia.
- A friendly, sensitive and kind approach.
- Being comfortable in small groups or on a one to one basis.
- People with a commitment to using the SPECAL method at all times whilst at the centre.
When would you be needed to volunteer?
The centre is open from Monday to Friday and would like volunteers to commit to a morning or afternoon at least once a week as a minimum.
What training will you be given?
You will be given all the training you need to enable you to carry out your role. This will include a thorough Charity induction and a departmental induction to provide further information about the role. You will also be given access to our online training library to complete the training modules that are mandatory for your role.
You will receive SPECAL training prior to commencing your role.
What can you gain from this opportunity?
- The chance to make a difference to the lives of people with dementia.
- Ongoing support, ensuring your volunteering experience is a fulfilling and positive one.
- A comprehensive training programme.
- The opportunity to learn new skills.
- Experience to add to your CV.
- The opportunity to meet new people and make new friends.
- Reimbursement of out of pocket expenses as defined in the Age UK Notts Volunteer Handbook
***Please note that we don’t offer sponsorship or accept overseas applicants***
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!
Trustees required with various skills and experience
Treasurer required with accountancy or similar qualification
London and Home Counties
We are partnering with the Social Interest Group (‘SIG’) to appoint new Trustees to join their board. SIG brings charities together to work under one umbrella focusing on delivering good quality social and health care services. They build powerful partnerships and creative solutions that bridge gaps in provision and aid recovery, reablement and resettlement, supporting thousands of people with good-quality support and care in residential services, drop-in centres, community floating support settings (including people's own homes), probation settings, and hospitals awaiting discharge
SIG’s Mission is to create solutions that bridge the gaps in local health and social care, getting people out of hospital, out of prison and off the streets.
SIG is a not-for-profit organisation (the parent company), who together with their subsidiary charities SIG Penrose, SIG Housing Trust, SIG Equinox, SIG Pathways to Independence and SIG Safe Ground, work to tackle social and health care inequalities and aid recovery, reablement and resettlement in order to ensure that people in our society have every opportunity to live fulfilled, healthy and constructive lives. They do so across London, Brighton, Bedfordshire, Luton, and Kent. They also support people in prisons, currently delivering services in Liverpool.
Through their values they are committed to:
- Delivering excellence and innovation
- Promoting equality and mutual respect
- A belief that positive change is possible
- Involving and consulting service users
- Active citizenship and community involvement
- Valuing staff, harnessing their full potential
They are keen to have an inclusive board, therefore backgrounds and experience though important is matched by the need for the passion, ambition and interest to help SIG fulfil its mission.
As mentioned, your background is less important but if you are either within the charity or non-profit sector or within an organisation that operates in a similar environment, engaged in the medical profession or a service user or carer, this is of particular interest to the current board.
The successful candidates will demonstrate:
- A clear commitment to the charity’s mission and values, with a genuine passion for making a positive impact in the community
- The capacity to participate actively and from an informed position
- A willingness to use personal networks and resources of relevance to SIG’s charitable purpose
- A passion for their work, and to promoting SIG and its subsidiaries as an organisation
- A firm understanding and respect for the Nolan Principles of Public Life
There are 4 board meetings per year, both online and face-to-face plus contributions to planning, Awaydays and specialist areas. The total time commitment is in the region of four hours per month.
For more information, please contact Sandra Smith, Associate Director, Charisma Charity Recruitment. Applications should be submitted through the Charisma website and include your CV and supporting statement.
We welcome and encourage applications from people of all backgrounds. We do not discriminate on the basis of disability, race, colour, ethnicity, gender, religion, sexual orientation, age, veteran status, or other category protected by law.
Closing date for applications: 22nd July
First Interviews: 31st July
Second Interviews: 8th Aug
Could you be a trustee for Avenues?
Avenues Group is a specialist provider of adult social care, supporting people with complex needs to enjoy life. We always want to do things better, and as part of our development we are now looking for new trustees.
Our trustee group has to reflect the diversity of the people we support and the communities in which we work, and we welcome and encourage applicants from all backgrounds.
We would particularly like to hear from people with lived experience of disability, encouraging people who are accessing support services, and neurodivergent people.
Do you have experience in any of the following?
- Care Sector Financial Experience to join our Board and Finance Committee
- Health and Social Care Experience (outside Avenues) to join our Board and one committee (to be decided).
- People management and organisational development to join our Board and the People, Culture and Reward Committee
- Risk Management (specialising in a quality, compliance and regulatory environment) to join our Board and our Audit and Risk Committee.
If so, we'd like to meet you, apply today and to find out more about us and the role please download the attached trustee pack and role profile.
Still unsure if this role is for you? We are happy to offer an informal chat with our Head of Governance so feel free to contact us and we can organise this.
Why join us?
You’ll be part of an organisation that instils its values at all levels of the business, ensuring the people we support are at the forefront of our decisions.
Our people love working here, and most trustees stay for many years, becoming as passionate as we are.
This opportunity will be useful for anyone wanting to learn more about being a trustee, full training and support will be provided, and wishing to develop a more rounded skill set. It can also be a fantastic opportunity for someone with many years of experience to share their skills.
As part of our recruitment process, the successful candidates will meet and be interviewed by different stakeholders including people we support and Chairs of Committees as well as our CEO, current Group Boards Chair and other trustees of the board.
Interviews are planned week commencing w/c 18th August and w/c 25th August (subject to any changes due to availability of stakeholders).
We will process your data in line with our privacy policy. To find out more read the Privacy Notice on our website. We want you to have control over your data. You can contact us at any time to request or change the data that we hold about you or even if you just have a question relating to the data, we hold about you.
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!
Essex Respite & Care Association (ERCA) are looking for enthusiastic and passionate individuals, who are confident communicators and strategic thinkers who will be motivated by our mission, to join our Board of Trustees.
Our Vision is: For every adult with a mental health diagnosis living in Essex to have a healthy and fulfilling life, and to be able to access support as and when they need it.
ERCA provide support workers for adults who suffer from an acute or chronic mental health diagnosis, or those who may be socoial isolated or suffering from dementia. Our service covers, south, mid and West Essex.
It is an exciting time to join the charity as you will be able to help us take advantage of a wonderful partnership opportunity to build organisational resilience to grow our charity and create a sustainable future.
We are keen to welcome trustees who have experience of organisational or business transformation, ideally in a similar field or those with lived experiences of mental health issues.
We are looking for trustees who can bring expertise in the following areas:
- Fundraising / Income generation: Experience in fundraising and market presence development. Successful fundraising experience.
- Health & Social care - some with a background in care, nursing, or social work.
- Marketing / Strategic Communication – someone with experience of designing and implementing comprehensive marketing strategies to build awareness of ERCA’s activities.
Trustees will be required to attend a monthly Board Meeting (participation can be in person or virtually) and you will be asked to provide ad-hoc support to the management team.
The total time commitment for this role, is not expected to exceed 10 hours per month.
Please note this role is voluntary, but relevant out of pocket expenses will be reimbursed.
Requirements from applicants:
- Up to date CV;
- Short covering letter outlining how the applicant’s skillset, knowledge and experience match those outlined in the job description and reason for interest in the role;
- Names and contact details of two referees (must have known you for at least 2 years).
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Help Guide Our Vision – Become a Trustee Today
Location: Norwich
Time Commitment: Approx. 10 hours per month
Closing Date: Sunday 20th July
Do you have a passion for mental health and a desire to make a difference in your community?
We are seeking dynamic and committed individuals to join our board of trustees - individuals who can bring a diverse range of perspectives, skills, and experiences to help shape the strategic direction of our Charity.
No matter your level of experience, if you are passionate, motivated, and ready to contribute, you can bring something unique to our board. As a trustee, you will play a crucial role in shaping the future of our charity and ensuring we continue to support people in our region living with mental health challenges.
Your involvement will help drive our mission to provide high-quality services and raise awareness about mental health in Norfolk and Waveney.
We are keen to hear from applicants with backgrounds in HR, finance, health and safety, training, digital technology, mental health and other specialist areas. Your expertise in these fields will be invaluable in helping us strengthen our organisation, navigate challenges, and seize new opportunities.
We are also keen to hear from applicants starting out in their careers. Being a trustee is a fantastic opportunity to make a real difference while developing valuable skills and experiences. Whether you’re at University, finishing College, or early in your career, your fresh perspectives and unique insights are exactly what we need to help shape our future.
About Norfolk and Waveney Mind - Our vision is simple yet powerful: ‘All people are supported with their mental health to live a life that is meaningful to them.’
As a registered charity, we are dedicated to supporting individuals facing mental health difficulties and advocating for better mental health services. Trustees are responsible for guiding the charity to fulfil its charitable purposes and ensuring we make the best possible use of available resources.
What We Are Looking For
We value a broad spectrum of expertise, including but not limited to leadership, governance, finance, fundraising, legal, and sector-specific knowledge. Above all, we are looking for individuals who are passionate about our mission and are dedicated to making a positive impact in our community. As a trustee, you will play a key role in guiding the organization, providing oversight, and ensuring we continue to thrive and achieve our goals.
As a trustee, you will:
- Bring a deep commitment to mental health support and have an understanding of the charity’s work.
- Act as an ambassador for Norfolk and Waveney Mind, raising awareness of the importance of mental health and the services we provide.
- Contribute your expertise and insights to the board discussions and decision-making process.
- Participate in fundraising and awareness-raising events, should you wish.
We are looking for people who demonstrate:
- A strong understanding of the legal responsibilities and duties of trusteeship.
- Excellent communication skills and the ability to work as part of a collaborative team.
- Good independent judgement, creative thinking, and strategic vision.
- The ability to operate within a flexible and adaptable framework, with a high degree of professionalism and integrity.
Key Responsibilities
As a trustee, your role will include:
- Ensuring the charity follows its purpose and operates within its governing document.
- Overseeing the charity’s financial stability and ensuring it applies resources effectively.
- Safeguarding the reputation and values of Norfolk and Waveney Mind.
- Contributing to the development and evaluation of long-term strategy and key performance targets.
- Providing guidance on key issues, initiatives, and challenges the charity faces.
What We Offer You
- The opportunity to make a tangible impact on mental health services in Norfolk and Waveney.
- The chance to work with a committed and passionate team of trustees and senior leadership.
- A personal induction and ongoing training, as well as regular updates on the charity’s work.
- Reimbursement of reasonable expenses incurred in conducting business of the charity will be reimbursed line with our guidelines.
Time Commitment and Requirements
Trustees should be able to commit approximately 10 hours per month, with flexibility for varying demands. This includes attending:
- Monthly board meetings (held remotely or at our Sale Road offices in Norwich).
- Participation in sub-committees (optional but encouraged).
- Periodic training sessions and attendance at all-staff meetings (at least once per calendar year).
- Ad hoc visibility at public, fundraising, and social events.
How to Apply
If you are passionate about mental health and believe you can make a difference, we want to hear from you. You will be redirected to the Norfolk and Waveney Mind website to apply online.
We welcome applications from people from all ethnicities, genders, sexual orientations, socio-economic classes, religions and disabilities. Here at Norfolk and Waveney Mind, we are committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive environment where everyone is passionate about mental health feels valued and supported.
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!
Trustee at The Abbeyfield Norwich Society
Do you have a passion for supporting older people? Do you want to improve the lives of people wishing to live together for companionship and support in an independent living arrangement? Have you worked with vulnerable older people and wish to uphold and improve the governance as a trustee? If you do, then The Abbeyfield Norwich Society invites you to apply for the Role of Trustee of the Board.
Located in the beautiful city of Norwich, the only English city that is in a National Park, part of the Norfolk Broads, with the river Wensum winding through the heart of the city, Abbeyfield House is a stunning Victorian property nestled within the magnificent grounds of Norwich Cathedral.
We have been providing sheltered housing in our Grade II listed building since 1973 and have nine good sized rooms each with their own en-suite or designated private bathroom. Our dedicated, caring and professional team of staff make the home friendly and welcoming.
The Abbeyfield Norwich Society is looking to expand its board of trustees, with particular interest in applicants who have knowledge, expertise and a general background in Adult Social Care, supported living and working with older people. Further skills such as a working knowledge of how local authorities, operate and impact on the lives of older people, or legal, financial knowledge.
The main duty for this role is to attend 6, in person board meetings. These may require reading and research prior to the meeting itself, which will be provided for you.
The successful candidate would have an understanding of Abbeyfield England’s ethos, culture, aims and ambitions for older people. As well as an insight into Abbeyfield England, we would expect the successful applicant to have a proven background in a management or senior management setting.
If you believe you have the skills and qualities outlined, we would like to here from you and invite you to complete an application form and send in to -
The Abbeyfield Society Norwich NR1 4EH
If you believe you have the skills and qualities outlined, we would like to here from you and invite you to complete an application form.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Hope House Children’s Hospices is a charity that gives every local child with a life-threatening condition and their family access to professional care and improves their quality of life from the point of diagnosis.
Our trustees play a vital role as the leaders and ambassadors for our highly regarded and loved regional charity, setting the strategic direction and ensuring the charity delivers its charitable purpose.
Would you like to use your personal and professional skills to make a real difference to a cause that matters to you?
Training and support is provided to develop your skills in other areas so you can confidently contribute to discussions and decisions.
The attached brochure containing stories and words from our team will give you a taste of what we do – but nothing beats seeing our work for yourselves.
If you would like to speak to our Chair, Steve Henly, or Chief Executive, Andy Goldsmith, before applying, please contact the HR Team on 01691 679679.
You are also invited to an Open Morning, as an opportunity to visit the hospice and meet some of our Senior Team and Trustees, this will take place between 10.30 and 12.30 on Saturday, 5th July, if you are able to attend please email or call 01691 679679.
You can also find out about our work, our Purpose, our values and our ambitions on our website.
Closing Date for site – 15th July 2025
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!
Trustee Opportunity – can you enrich our existing board of trustee volunteers in a rewarding role?
James Hirons is a registered dynamic charity focusing on providing exceptional care to our residents and their families to 'Make everyday a day worth living". We are currently rated “good” following assessment by the Care Quality Commission.
We are looking for at least two trustees; ideally one with a legal background and one with a marketing background. Other interested parties with different skills and knowledge are most welcome.
James Hirons is a small but well-funded independent care home based in a pleasant area of Leamington Spa. We have been providing quality care since 1953. The Trustee team provide essential support to the Management and staff of the Home and this opportunity offers a rewarding and enjoyable experience.
All applications must meet the requirements of trustees in line with the Charity Commission requirements, and a full and detailed induction and training will be provided.
Key responsibilities
- To play a key role in the strategic vision and direction of our charity.
- To understand legal and financial responsibilities of board members.
- To act as an enthusiastic and positive ambassador for the Home, advocating on our behalf and representing us within the local community.
- To proactively support our commitment to equality.
- To attend board meetings (normally 6 per year, held on a weekday morning) and take part in sub-committees as appropriate.
- To support, and in some cases lead, relationships with key stakeholders and partners and build network on behalf on the charity.
Person specification
- Be an effective communicator and able to work constructively in a small team.
- Have a commitment to caring, quality of care and services.
- A knowledge and/or an understanding of what it means to be a trustee (training will be given to those who have not been on a board of trustees before)
- Experience on, or working closely with, boards or committees, is useful but not essential.
If you would like to be considered; please send your CV to:-
The Chair of the Trustees, James Hirons, 53 Lillington Road, Leamington Spa, CV32 6LD
Closing Date end June 2025
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 are seeking a passionate, community-minded charity outreach worker to support Community Care Initiative projects and partners initiatives. This role will be key in expanding our reach across Milton Keynes, supporting youth engagement, and helping to deliver life skills sessions, digital workshops, and community events.
The ideal candidate will be a confident communicator, able to build trust with local communities, coordinate with volunteers, and support the smooth delivery of grassroots programs.
Key Responsibilities:
Community Engagement & Outreach
- Represent the partnership at local events, schools, and community centres
- Build and maintain positive relationships with residents, families, and young people
- Promote awareness of available programs, workshops, and volunteering opportunities
- Conduct outreach visits and assist with registration and signposting of beneficiaries
Program Support
- Assist in the planning and delivery of life skills and digital skills sessions
- Support facilitators during events, workshops, and drop-in days
- Gather feedback from participants to improve future service delivery
- Monitor attendance and engagement levels at outreach activities
Volunteer & Partnership Coordination
- Help onboard new volunteers and support their engagement
- Liaise with CCI teams and partners to ensure seamless coordination
- Maintain strong communication across all stakeholders involved in joint activities
Reporting & Communication
- Log key outreach activities, conversations, and community feedback
- Assist with monthly progress updates to highlight outreach success and needs
- Share ideas for improving outreach strategy and event engagement
Person Specification
Essential
- Passion for community development, youth empowerment, or charitable work
- Friendly, approachable, and confident engaging with diverse groups
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills
- Reliable, organised, and able to work independently
- Willingness to work flexible hours, including some evenings or weekends
Desirable
- Previous experience in outreach, community work, or volunteering
- Knowledge of local community dynamics in Milton Keynes or similar areas
- Experience supporting events or group workshops
- Cultural awareness and sensitivity, especially in working with African or diaspora communities
What You wIll Gain
- Hands-on experience in community development and grassroots outreach
- Opportunity to contribute to meaningful change in the lives of young people
- Skills in event coordination, public engagement, and charity partnership work
- Mentorship and support from a collaborative team of social impact leaders
Support Provided:
- Reimbursement for local travel and lunch.
- Supervision and ongoing training opportunities.
- A chance to meaningfully contribute to life-changing initiatives.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Using Anonymous Recruitment
This organisation is using Anonymous Recruitment to reduce bias in the first stages of the hiring process. Submit your application as normal and our system will anonymise it for you. Your personal information will be hidden until the recruiter contacts you.
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!
Are you passionate about making a difference? Do you have a strong background in Human Resources and a commitment to supporting charitable causes? If the answer is yes, then we want you to help guide our organisation as a Trustee!
Garden House Hospice Care provides specialist palliative care and free wellbeing services for patients, families and carers facing life-limiting illnesses. We are seeking a HR professional to join our Board and contribute to the charity’s development and success. As a Trustee, you will play a key role in shaping our People and Culture strategy and governance, ensuring that we are best positioned to attract, retain, and develop talented staff and volunteers. You will provide strategic HR guidance and support, helping to build an organisational culture that reflects our values and mission.
We strive to be an inclusive and diverse Board and welcome applications from members of underrepresented groups.
Skills & Experience….
- A background in Human Resources, ideally at a strategic level (Senior HR Manager, Director, or equivalent)
- Strong knowledge of HR best practices, employment law, and compliance
- Experience in strategic HR leadership and the ability to work with non-profit organisations
- A passion for the charity sector and commitment to the mission of Garden House Hospice Care
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
- Ability to work collaboratively with both a diverse team and stakeholders
What you will gain from this role…
- The opportunity to contribute to a cause you believe in
- Make a lasting impact in the local community
- Work with a dynamic and supportive team of Trustees, staff and volunteers
- Ongoing professional development
- The opportunity to expand your professional network
Training and support…
· This role is subject to a DBS check and mandatory training
· You will receive ongoing training/development and support in-role
· You will be entitled to receive free access to our Volunteer Assistance Programme, which offers confidential support and advice
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.