Communications volunteer volunteer roles in sydenham, greater london
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Islington Bereavement Service offers emotional, social and practical support to bereaved adults living in Islington.
We need volunteers to befriend bereaved people. You don’t need any previous experience, just good communication and listening skills, empathy and flexibility.
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Offer companionship, emotional support & a listening ear
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Accompany people to appointments or on local outings
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Direct people to important services
What commitment will I need to give?
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You must be able to offer 5–6 hours of your time per month
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You will need to attend a 2 day induction training
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We ask for a minimum commitment of 6 months.
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Learn new skills and gain experience
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Receive peer support and attend group supervision
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We provide travel expenses and reference after 6 months
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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IAPWA was founded in 2009 and aims to provide protection and improve the welfare of animals in need. We exist for the benefit of the animals who need our help and are driven by those who are passionate about providing this lifeline. Our achievements have and continue to be possible through the combined dedication of everyone within the IAPWA team who enable us to make an impact through the collective action we take.
THE ROLE
In February this year, we launched the pilot for our Youth Ambassador Programme, encouraging students between 11-18 to sign up and work towards becoming a Youth Ambassador for the charity through fundraising, raising awareness and animal welfare advocacy. We received a significant interest and are now in a position to have a super successful first full run out of the programme starting in September 2025.
As the Education Partnerships Assistant, you will be aiding the Partnerships Manager in running and growing this year’s programme, while also developing a new programme aimed at schools rather than individuals called the Educator Partner Programme, where schools and education institutions work towards being recognized as an IAPWA Educator Partner.
The role will involve:
- Youth Ambassador Programme Support: Assisting with the day-to-day coordination of the IAPWA Youth Ambassador Programme, including supporting young people aged 11–18 as they complete their activities and challenges to achieve ambassador status.
- Event and Presentation Assistance: Helping to organise and attend school visits, presentations, and award ceremonies, including communicating with schools and coordinating with community supporters.
- Volunteer Engagement: Communicating with Youth Ambassadors and their families, celebrating their achievements, and maintaining positive and inspiring engagement throughout their journey with the programme
- Content Creation: Supporting the creation of Youth Ambassador Programme resources, certificates, welcome packs, and promotional content.
- Educator Partner Programme Development: Assisting in the development of the new Educator Partner Programme for schools and educational institutions, including planning activities, recognition criteria, and outreach strategies.
- Promotion and Outreach: Supporting the promotion of both education programmes through social media, email campaigns, and direct communication with schools, students, and local communities.
- Administration: Maintaining accurate records of participants, communications, and achievements, and ensuring timely responses to enquiries.
- Feedback and Reporting: Gathering feedback from participants and schools to help improve the programmes and compiling monthly updates to share progress with the Partnerships Manager.
THE PERSON
- A passion for animal welfare (essential)
- Knowledge of the education sector, either as a former teacher or a parent with involvement in school proceedings (desired, but not essential)
- Non-profit experience (desired, but not essential)
- Excellent organisational and communication skills
- Resourcefulness
- Effective team player
- Ability to multi-task and manage time effectively
- Excellent attention to detail
- Proactive approach
- Problem solving skills
IAPWA (International Aid for the Protection & Welfare of Animals) is a UK registered charity dedicated to creating a better future for animals in need

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Job Title: Graphic Designer
Reports To: Department Manager
Location: Remote
Employment Type: Volunteer (12 hours/week for 6 months)
About the Project – “Solta o Jogo”
“Solta o Jogo” is a vibrant cultural competition and festival celebrating Brazilian heritage through Capoeira, music, dance, acrobatics, and a Brazilian arts & crafts fair. Hosted at Kingston University Townhouse, the event invites the community to participate in free performances, workshops, and exhibitions promoting cross-cultural understanding.
As part of this initiative, we are seeking a Graphic Designer to bring the visual identity of the project to life. From social media graphics to event branding and promotional materials, you will help ensure the festival’s visual storytelling is engaging, inclusive, and aligned with our mission. This remote volunteer opportunity is perfect for creatives looking to build a professional portfolio while contributing to a high-impact community event.
Position Overview:
The Graphic Designer will play a central role in shaping the visual communications for “Solta o Jogo” and other Quilombo UK initiatives. Working closely with the Creative Director and Marketing team, the designer will conceptualise and produce a range of creative assets across print and digital media. This is an ideal role for someone with strong design skills who is passionate about culture, community, and impactful storytelling.
Key Responsibilities:
Creative Development:
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Study design briefs and translate project goals into compelling visuals.
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Develop concepts, mock-ups, and final designs for social media, posters, presentations, merchandise, and web content.
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Ensure all graphics are visually cohesive, accessible, and aligned with brand guidelines.
Design Production:
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Use design software (e.g., Adobe Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign) to produce high-quality visuals.
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Test designs across various formats (print, digital, mobile).
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Revise designs based on feedback from the team and stakeholders.
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Prepare final graphics and ensure they are formatted correctly for production and distribution.
Collaboration & Communication:
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Work closely with copywriters, programme leads, and event coordinators to integrate design into broader communication strategies.
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Present design ideas clearly to both technical and non-technical audiences.
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Attend creative planning sessions and contribute visual ideas to campaign strategies.
Required Qualifications:
Education:
Degree or current studies in Graphic Design, Fine Arts, Visual Communication, or a related field is desirable.
Experience:
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Proven experience in graphic design, either freelance or in a professional setting.
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A strong portfolio showcasing illustrations, branding, and layout design.
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Familiarity with Adobe Creative Suite or equivalent tools.
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Skills:
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Excellent visual design skills and a strong eye for detail, colour, and typography.
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Ability to manage time and priorities independently.
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Comfortable receiving and applying constructive feedback.
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Strong communication and collaboration abilities.
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Open to working across various creative formats and adapting style as needed.
Benefits:
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Contribute to the visual storytelling of a nationally recognised cultural event.
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Expand your design portfolio with real-world creative assets.
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Collaborate with a supportive and multicultural volunteer team.
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Receive feedback and mentorship to support your creative growth.
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Flexible schedule with full remote access.
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Local travel expenses reimbursed (if attending any in-person sessions or events).
Equality Statement
Quilombo UK is committed to fostering an inclusive and diverse environment. We promote equal opportunities in line with the Equality Act 2010. Discrimination of any kind will not be tolerated, and we encourage applications from individuals of all backgrounds.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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Join our choir as a Guitarist Volunteer, contributing your musical talents to enhance our rehearsals and performances! Your role will support in creating a lively atmosphere, allowing our choir to deliver unforgettable performances! Sessions take place every Thursday from 3-4pm, if you are available and would like to get involved, we’d love to hear from you!
What you will be doing
- Accompany choir members during rehearsals and performances with live guitar music.
- Collaborate with choir members to select appropriate songs.
- Engage with other volunteers and service users, creating a positive and supportive environment.
The skills you need
- Experience in playing the guitar, either personally, professionally.
- Experience with a variety of music genres
- Strong communication and collaborative skills
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.




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Across the UK, our 270 local groups play a vital part in supporting people affected by MS. They provide sense of belonging, unity and friendship. And they deliver services and support for their local MS community.
We are looking to recruit a Support Volunteer for the Surrey Group. As our local group Support Volunteer you’ll help people affected by MS find information about local and national services. That could be helping someone access local information about the care or benefits they need or giving them a hand with a grant application. See a video about one of our Support Volunteers here.
In this role you’ll be able to develop your listening and communication skills, as well as your knowledge of local services. Most importantly you’ll help people affected by MS to access the help they need.
Time commitment
We estimate this role will need around 2 hours a week. Our roles are flexible and aim to fit around you. Time commitments for this role may vary depending on your activities. This is an ongoing role.
This is a great opportunity to gain experience within a large charity and develop your existing skills and learn new ones. We need you to get involved and help make positive changes to the lives of people affected by MS.
About you
You’ll have an interest in the MS Society and the work that we do, as well as the enthusiasm to represent both us and our values locally. You will understand the needs of people affected by MS in your area and be sympathetic to the needs and motivations of volunteers. You’ll be confident using Microsoft Office, the internet and email. You’ll be able to apply disability, equality and inclusion practices and understand and apply our risk management system. Ideally you’ll understand the local area and organisations that provide local services.
You will be reliable and easy to contact and you need to live in or near the local area the group to carry out this role.
Apply
1. Read through the role description carefully
2. Please apply online
The MS Society is committed to promoting diversity. We can only offer roles to over 18s.
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Our vision for volunteering
Volunteering is and always will be at the heart of Cats Protection. It is joyful and inclusive. As a charity, working in partnership, together we transform the lives of cats, people and communities.
The difference you will make to cats and people
Without the passionate and committed teams of volunteers across Cats Protection we wouldn’t be able to help the thousands of cats and kittens each year that rely on us for help. The purpose of this role is to support the organisation with communications and administration at a local level. You’ll play an active part in the branch committee and support the branch with record keeping and planning, thus enabling more cats to be helped.
You expect us to
- Make you feel welcome, included and respected in line with our values and behaviours
- Support you in having a positive and impactful experience at Cats Protection
- Cover agreed out-of-pocket expenses in line with our Expenses Policy
- Provide you with access to learning, development and engagement opportunities
What we need from you
You’ll be:
- Disseminating relevant organisation-wide information and updates to the branch volunteers
- Supporting engagement and communication between the branch and wider organisation
- Drafting committee meeting agendas and taking and sharing meeting minutes
- Supporting the efficient running of the branch by ensuring administration processes are carried out effectively
- Supporting the administration and update of the branch annual plan
- Sign-posting queries from members of the public
- Keeping branch records and information up to date and secure, using Cats Protection systems – training will be provided
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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Join Manor Gardens Welfare Trust (MGWT) as a Trustee and play a pivotal role in empowering communities to thrive. Help us deliver innovative, culturally competent services tackling inequalities and improving lives across Islington and beyond.
MGWT has been at the heart of community support since 1913, continuously evolving to meet contemporary challenges. Our dynamic hub in Upper Holloway supports over 2,600 people annually, promoting health, wellbeing, and social inclusion among diverse, underserved communities. Our services include multilingual advocacy, mental health support and therapy services, youth service provision as well as chairing Islington's award-winning Food Partnership working for a sustainable food system in the borough.
Although MGWT is a local charity, we have a notable track record of innovation and wider impact. We pioneered the first LGBTQ+ youth group in Europe and launched the UK's first specialist psychotherapy service for survivors of Female Genital Mutilation (FGM). Our groundbreaking work continues to inform practices and policies at both local and national levels.
We are particularly seeking trustees with skills in fundraising (including expertise in securing grants from trusts and foundations, corporate partnerships, statutory funding, legacies, and major gifts), Human Resources, and communications. Knowledge, experience, and a thorough understanding of the charity sector are essential, alongside a demonstrable commitment to our values. Previous board experience is desirable but not essential. We particularly welcome candidates with lived experience of the issues we are seeking to address, including socioeconomic inequality, mental health, and the asylum process.
Trustees commit roughly 6 hours monthly, guiding strategic direction, ensuring effective governance, promoting equality and inclusion, and serving as ambassadors for MGWT’s vital work.
Because everyone should have good health, resilience and opportunity.



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We're seeking a volunteer who can take up the challenge of being our first ever Graphic Designer at URBAN YOUTH. A brand new youth work organisation in London.
Who Are We?
We're setting up a new youth project in London called Urban Youth, that aims to create a positive community for young people that will offer a number of activities and programmes that forge connections by getting young people together and away from their phones and social media to active take part in fun and engaginging interactive activities that create memories, boost confidence and resilence and teach key skills for life that young people can take with them into adulthood, helping to build their future.
Why We Are Doing This?
In a city grappling with the cost of living crisis, rising crime rates, and pervasive worry, it's easy to feel helpless. London is a city of dreams, but for many young people, it can also present unique challenges. Access to positive spaces, mentorship, and opportunities to develop crucial life skills can be limited. We saw a need for a fresh, vibrant approach to youth work – a place where young voices are heard, and potential is unleashed.
Can You Help Us Achieve This?
We need a volunteer with a creative spark to join us as a Graphic Designer who is passionate about visual storytelling and eager to make a tangible difference, who can design us a modern, vibrant, uplifting youthful logo and with it a brand guidelines that will help us ensure our brand is consistent.
We know you're busy. We know you have choices. So, why dedicate your precious creative time to Urban Youth in this crucial role? Because this isn't just volunteering; it's an unparalleled opportunity to:
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Define a Movement: You'll be the visionary behind our logo and core brand identity, creating the visual language that will represent Urban Youth to young people, communities, and funders across London. This is your chance to leave a lasting mark from day one!
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Build a Portfolio Piece with Purpose: Create a high-impact, real-world design project for a meaningful cause that you can proudly showcase. We can also write you a brief refernce or testimony for your portfolio too.
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Fuel Our Impact: A strong, inspiring brand identity is crucial for attracting young people to our programmes, engaging volunteers, and securing vital funding. Your design will directly enable our mission.
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Collaborate & Innovate: Work closely with our passionate team, bringing your creative ideas to life in a dynamic startup environment.
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Experience Unrivalled Satisfaction: Feel the profound satisfaction of knowing your design will be seen by thousands and directly contribute to the laughter, breakthroughs, and blossoming confidence of young people across London.
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Join a Passionate and Dedicated Community: Become part of a passionate, supportive, and fun-loving team of like-minded individuals. Forge new friendships and find your own sense of belonging.
We Need You!
If you have a keen eye for aesthetics, an understanding of youth culture, and the ability to translate a vibrant mission into compelling visuals with lots of enthusiasm, a willingness to get hands-on, and a desire to help a new charity get set up with a powerful visual presence and with your own design software and tools, then we would really love to have you join us in this exciting adventure.
Ready to Ignite Young People's Future with Your Design?
This is your chance to be part of something extraordinary. To turn worry into hope, isolation into connection, and potential into reality, by giving Urban Youth a visual identity that truly shines.
Don't just watch Young People's future unfold. Help design it!
URBAN YOUTH
Forging Connections | Creating Memories | Building Futures
Positive and engaging youth work activities and programmes that help young people discover themselves, build life skills and help shape their destiny.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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Are you creative? Would you like to support others to express their emotions through arts and crafting?
Art plays a valuable role in mental wellbeing with research showing that crafting, regardless of the medium you use can boost your mood, self-confidence and reduce stress overall. Taking part in art-based activities increases our resilience and engages us in the here and now. You will be supporting people to express their emotions, provide a time for people to relax and feel proud of their final art products!
We are recruiting for a volunteer to support and facilitate an art and craft group.
We work with people who need support with their mental health across London and the South East. Our support ranges from registered accommodation services for people with severe mental health conditions to drop-in community and crisis services.
In the last year, 9,499 adults accessed Hestia’s mental health support.
We help people to feel safe, develop hope for a better future, and achieve their personal goals. These goals may include rebuilding relationships with family members and friends or connecting more with their local community.
What you will be doing
- To prepare arts and craft sessions, involving individuals in the planning process where possible
- Inspire and motivate individuals to develop their arts and craft skills, assisting them in the creation of their projects and supporting them to brainstorm and use their own initiative
- Encourage individuals to continue independent activities
The skills you need
- Experience of arts and/or crafts either in a professional, educational, or personal level
- Able to collaborate with individuals to plan an art group session and facilitate confidently
- A calm and patient manner
- Ability to provide a trusting, open, kind-hearted atmosphere that encourages learning and participation
- An effective communicator with a patient and sympathetic nature
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.




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Social Media Coordinator – Amplify the Movement at MINDSET Charity
Are you ready to turn scrolls into sparks—and help rewrite the story of men’s mental health in the UK?
MINDSET is a bold new charity with a clear mission: to empower men to speak up, grow, and thrive. We will be offering peer-led support, practical self-improvement workshops, and a community built on courage, connection, and growth.
But we need a digital storyteller. A connector. Someone who can turn our message into momentum.
Why MINDSET Matters
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Suicide is the leading cause of death for men under 50 in the UK.
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1 in 8 men experience mental health problems—but many never seek help.
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Outdated stereotypes still tell men to “man up” and stay silent.
We’re here to change that—with action, empathy, and tools for real growth.
Your Role: Social Media Coordinator (Volunteer)
As our Social Media Coordinator, you’ll be the voice of MINDSET online. You’ll craft engaging posts, manage our platforms, and build a digital presence that resonates—especially with younger audiences who need to hear that it’s okay to speak up.
Key Responsibilities:
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Create and schedule content across Instagram, Facebook, LinkedIn, and X.
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Respond to messages and engage with followers.
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Collaborate with content creators and ambassadors to share authentic stories.
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Monitor analytics and adapt strategy to boost reach and impact.
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Help shape campaigns that challenge stigma and spark conversation.
Who We’re Looking For
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Social media savvy with a flair for storytelling.
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Experience with content creation, scheduling tools, and platform management.
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Passionate about mental health and digital engagement.
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Creative, responsive, and emotionally intelligent.
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Able to commit approx. 4–6 hours/week (flexible).
Why Volunteer with MINDSET?
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Help shape a charity that challenges stigma and empowers men.
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Use your creativity to build a movement that matters.
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Collaborate with a passionate, purpose-driven team.
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Be part of a community that blends courage, care, and connection.
Apply Now
Send your CV and a short cover letter.
Deadline: 18th August 2025 before 5:30pm
Let’s build a stronger MINDSET—one post, one story, one connection at a time.
Amplify the message. Empower the movement.
MINDSET Charity
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Do you enjoy organising? Would you like to play a key role in making sure things get done!
We are recruiting for an Admin and Reception Volunteer at our Older Persons Day Activities Centre in Tooting.
Our volunteer administrators are instrumental to all the work that we do across Hestia. You will have the opportunity to support staff with a wide range of desk-based and administrative tasks. These behind-the-scenes roles provide essential support in ensuring that those who we work with access the support they require to rebuild their lives beyond crisis
What you will be doing
- To support with administration, and with meeting and greeting service users, and with building security.
- Support with updating and inputting data into spreadsheets
- Support with answering phone calls and internal communication
- To support the team with covering the reception desk and dealing with enquiries from people arriving at the service/office.
The skills you need
- Good communication skills
- Good organisation and administrative skills
- Able to maintain good working relationships
- Basic IT skills, comfortable using spreadsheets and emailing
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.




We are recruiting for a Helpline Volunteer to join our team in the National Domestic Abuse Helpline Team.
Job Title: National Domestic Abuse Helpline Volunteer
Location: Homeworking
Salary: Voluntary role and therefore Salary not applicable
Contract type: Voluntary
Hours: 3-4 hours per week. We are currently looking for candidates who can support us for shifts between 10am-10pm. Any day, Monday – Friday and 10am-6pm Saturday & Sunday.
We want kind and empathic people to work at Refuge, who believe in equality, diversity, and inclusion, are experts in their area of knowledge, want to make a positive difference and improve the lives of the women and children we support.
This is an opportunity to join Refuge as a Helpline Volunteer to provide high quality practical and emotional support to survivors of domestic violence and their children living in our refuges. For further information on the key accountabilites for this volunteering role, please see our job profile document.
This post is restricted to women due to the nature of the role. The Occupational Requirement under Schedule 9 (part 1) of the Equality Act 2010 applies.
Closing Date: 09:00am 18 August 2025
Interview Dates: From Monday 8th September 2025 to Thursday 17th September 2025 (online)
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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Across the UK, our 270 local groups play a vital part in supporting people affected by MS. They provide sense of belonging, unity and friendship. And they deliver services and support for their local MS community.
We are looking to recruit a Support Volunteer for the Wandworth Group. As our local group Support Volunteer you’ll help people affected by MS find information about local and national services. That could be helping someone access local information about the care or benefits they need or giving them a hand with a grant application. See a video about one of our Support Volunteers here.
In this role you’ll be able to develop your listening and communication skills, as well as your knowledge of local services. Most importantly you’ll help people affected by MS to access the help they need.
Time commitment
We estimate this role will need around 2 hours a week. Our roles are flexible and aim to fit around you. Time commitments for this role may vary depending on your activities. This is an ongoing role.
This is a great opportunity to gain experience within a large charity and develop your existing skills and learn new ones. We need you to get involved and help make positive changes to the lives of people affected by MS.
About you
You’ll have an interest in the MS Society and the work that we do, as well as the enthusiasm to represent both us and our values locally. You will understand the needs of people affected by MS in your area and be sympathetic to the needs and motivations of volunteers. You’ll be confident using Microsoft Office, the internet and email. You’ll be able to apply disability, equality and inclusion practices and understand and apply our risk management system. Ideally you’ll understand the local area and organisations that provide local services.
You will be reliable and easy to contact and you need to live in or near the local area the group to carry out this role.
Apply
1. Read through the role description carefully
2. Please apply online
The MS Society is committed to promoting diversity. We can only offer roles to over 18s.support
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Across the UK, our 270 local groups play a vital part in supporting people affected by MS. They provide sense of belonging, unity and friendship. And they deliver services and support for their local MS community.
We are looking to recruit a Support Volunteer for the Camden Group. As our local group Support Volunteer you’ll help people affected by MS find information about local and national services. That could be helping someone access local information about the care or benefits they need or giving them a hand with a grant application. See a video about one of our Support Volunteers here.
In this role you’ll be able to develop your listening and communication skills, as well as your knowledge of local services. Most importantly you’ll help people affected by MS to access the help they need.
Time commitment
We estimate this role will need around 2 hours a week. Our roles are flexible and aim to fit around you. Time commitments for this role may vary depending on your activities. This is an ongoing role.
This is a great opportunity to gain experience within a large charity and develop your existing skills and learn new ones. We need you to get involved and help make positive changes to the lives of people affected by MS.
About you
You’ll have an interest in the MS Society and the work that we do, as well as the enthusiasm to represent both us and our values locally. You will understand the needs of people affected by MS in your area and be sympathetic to the needs and motivations of volunteers. You’ll be confident using Microsoft Office, the internet and email. You’ll be able to apply disability, equality and inclusion practices and understand and apply our risk management system. Ideally you’ll understand the local area and organisations that provide local services.
You will be reliable and easy to contact and you need to live in or near the local area the group to carry out this role.
Apply
1. Read through the role description carefully
2. Please apply online
The MS Society is committed to promoting diversity. We can only offer roles to over 18s.
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Role Overview
We are seeking two new Trustees to join our Board and help shape the future of Norwich Outpost. As a Trustee, you will play a vital role in ensuring the organisation fulfils its mission and operates within its legal, financial, and ethical responsibilities. Working closely with the Chair and fellow Trustees, you will provide strategic oversight and support to an evolving and dynamic organisation.
Key Responsibilities:
- Support the organisation’s vision, values, and objectives.
- Ensure legal and financial compliance as set out by the Charity Commission.
- Provide guidance and oversight to the curatorial collective, volunteers and contractors.
- Advocate for the charity within your networks and the wider community.
- Attend and contribute to quarterly Board meetings (online).
- Participate in sub-committees or working groups.
- Assist with fundraising, partnerships, and strategic planning as appropriate.
- Contribute ambitious thinking and specialist know-how to help push the organisation towards new heights.
Person Specifications:
We welcome applications from individuals with diverse backgrounds and experiences. Prior board experience is strongly desired but not required. We are especially keen to hear from those with expertise in one or more of the following areas:
- Fundraising and development, particularly in the visual arts.
- Marketing, communications, or audience engagement in the contemporary arts.
- Knowledge and experience in longer-term planning of real estate and capital investment projects.
- Equality, diversity, and inclusion.
- Sustainability in the commercial arts.
- Local community knowledge and engagement in Norwich or Norfolk.
What You Will Gain
- The opportunity to support a dynamic board of emerging leaders in the arts, bringing fresh perspectives and a collaborative spirit.
- A chance to help shape an organisation at a pivotal moment of transition and growth.
- Experience contributing to governance and strategic development within the charity sector.
- Direct involvement in supporting early-career artists and shaping artist-led programming at one of the UK’s leading artist spaces.
- Opportunities to connect with curators and arts professionals across a vibrant cultural network, both in the UK and internationally.
- A collaborative, inclusive, and welcoming environment where your contributions are genuinely valued.
How to Apply
Please send your CV and a short expression of interest outlining why you would like to become a Trustee of Norwich Outpost and what you would bring to the role.
Deadline: 31 August 2025
Norwich Outpost is committed to diversity and inclusion. We actively encourage applications from people of all backgrounds, including those from underrepresented groups in the arts.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.