Communications volunteer volunteer roles

Location: Fully flexible / Remote – open to applicants anywhere in the UK

Time Commitment: Approx. 3–5 hours per month (may be more during start-up and registration phase)

About Us

Unseen Expeditions UK is a newly forming Charitable Incorporated Organisation (CIO) supporting mission-led charities and expedition projects across the UK and internationally. Our flagship initiative, The Unseen Mile, is a 4.5-year journey covering 25,000 miles across 37 countries. Through this and future projects, we aim to inspire, raise awareness for important causes, and share unique storytelling and learning experiences from the field.

We are currently recruiting our initial trustee board to help launch and register the charity.

Role Overview

We are seeking a Chair / Trustee to lead our board, provide strategic direction, and ensure effective governance. The Chair will guide the charity through registration and early operations while supporting the delivery of its mission.

Key Responsibilities

· Lead the trustee board and ensure effective governance

· Chair board meetings and oversee decision-making

· Support trustee recruitment, induction, and development

· Act as a primary contact for stakeholders and regulators

· Oversee compliance with charity law and CIO regulations

· Assist with reporting to the Charity Commission

· Help guide the charity through its registration and initial set-up

Person Specification & Requirements

· Strong leadership, organisational, and strategic skills

· Familiarity with charity governance and trustee responsibilities (training can be provided)

· Commitment to the mission and values of Unseen Expeditions and its partnered charities

· Ability to work collaboratively with a small, remote trustee team

· Comfortable working remotely and communicating online with a UK-wide board

· UK-based (required for legal trustee responsibilities)

· 3–5 hours per month commitment (more during start-up if possible)

· Basic tools for communication (email, phone, video calls)

What You’ll Gain

· Opportunity to shape and govern a new, high-profile charity from launch

· Hands-on experience in charity leadership and governance

· Contribution to awareness-raising and adventure-led impact projects

· Recognition for your role in mission-driven initiatives, including The Unseen Mile and future projects

· Flexible, fully remote role within a passionate, purpose-driven team

This role is advertised as part of TPP's Free Giving Back Services. This volunteer advertisement copy has been supplied to TPP and applicants apply direct to the organisation. Please contact the organisation directly if you have any questions about this volunteer role.

Over past decades, enormous advances have been made in our understanding of MS. Research has got us to a critical point, and we can see a future where nobody needs to worry about their MS getting worse. Our Stop MS Appeal needs to raise £100 million to find treatments for everyone with MS.

Our Stop MS Champions help us reach more people and inspire them to get involved in our Stop MS Appeal by encouraging raising funds and awareness by delivering presentations, attending events and identifying new audiences to speak to. They inspire people to engage with and influence fundraisers and groups, enthuse people and make sure our community’s voice is heard.

As our Lead Stop MS Champion, you’ll motivate your team of Stop MS Champions to help reach more people and inspire them to get involved in our Stop MS Appeal.

By using your ability to motivate and support, you will oversee and lead a team of 5-10 Stop MS Champion volunteers, encouraging them to engage the people they know to raise funds and awareness, and provide reliable information and guidance.

You’ll also network to engage with and influence fundraisers and community groups, enthusing people by delivering presentations at events and finding new audiences to speak to. In this role, as well as developing your leadership, networking, influencing, communication, organisation and presentation skills, you’ll have a chance to be part of something amazing – you could help us stop MS.

Margaret Green Animal Rescue, a well-established and respected charity dedicated to rehoming and caring for unwanted, abandoned, and mistreated animals, is seeking a Clerk to the Board of Trustees. With centres in Dorset and Devon, the charity has been a vital part of the community for decades, offering sanctuary and second chances to animals in need.

As Clerk, you will play a key role in supporting the governance of the charity by ensuring the smooth and effective operation of the Board. This is an exciting opportunity to contribute to a cause that truly makes a difference.

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare and distribute agendas and supporting documentation for Board meetings.
• Accurately record and produce comprehensive minutes of meetings.
• Maintain statutory records and ensure compliance with governance requirements.
• Provide procedural and constitutional advice to the Board.
• Liaise with the Chair to plan the annual cycle of meetings, topics/attendees and key governance activities.
• Support ad hoc governance tasks as required.

Requirements

• Proven experience as a Clerk to a Board, preferably in the charity or education sector.
• Excellent organisational and written communication skills.
• Strong understanding of governance, compliance, and confidentiality.
• Ability to work independently and manage deadlines.
• Based in Dorset, with the ability to attend six in-person meetings per year in Dorset and one in Devon, as well as virtual meetings via Microsoft Teams.

What We Offer

• A flexible, freelance opportunity to support a meaningful cause.
• A fixed fee of £200 per meeting, with £20/hour for additional governance support.
• The chance to work with a passionate and committed Board and leadership team.

About Margaret Green Animal Rescue

With centres including Church Knowle and Lincoln Farm in Dorset, and Wingletang in Devon, Margaret Green Animal Rescue is a registered charity (No. 1167990) that provides shelter, care, and rehoming services for cats, dogs, and other animals. The charity is committed to animal welfare and community engagement, offering boarding services and volunteer opportunities to support its mission

At The Park Academies Trust, we are committed to innovation, collaboration, and making a lasting difference. Our schools are places where both children and adults thrive.

As a Trustee, you’ll play a key role in supporting our leadership, holding us to account, and helping us deliver real impact for our communities. This is a meaningful opportunity to be part of a Trust that believes in the power of education to change lives.

Education is a fast paced environment, with balances strategic planning and reactive capability in order to maximise the impact of our resources as we serve our communities every day. We have two key guiding principles that shape our work as an organisation,

1) will it improve outcomes for pupils?

2) will it make us a happy healthy place to work?. These ground our decision making and policy shaping to ensure we are financially stable in order to deliver exceptional education for all.

We welcome interest from anyone who is keen to use and develop their skills in a values driven organisation with social impact and improving the life changes of children at the heart of everything we do.

Trustees are responsible for: 

• Defining the Trust’s mission, values, and long-term vision
• Approving strategy, key policies, and the scheme of delegation
• Appointing and appraising the CEO, and ensuring strong leadership
• Overseeing educational quality, curriculum breadth, and pupil outcomes
• Ensuring financial sustainability and effective use of resources
• Supporting robust risk management and safe estate oversight
• Engaging stakeholders and promoting effective communication
• Ensuring governance structures remain fit for purpose

Trustees are expected to: 

• Attend meetings, prepare in advance, remain engaged between meetings and contribute constructively
• Build effective working relationships with fellow Trustees and leaders
• Visit schools and stay connected with the Trust’s work
• Commit to training and continuous development

We welcome people from all backgrounds, especially those who bring: 

We are looking for individuals with a strong commitment to education, inclusion, and community values, who can contribute to the strategic development of our Trust as we live out our purpose: ‘Inspiring Futures, Empowering People’. Strategic thinking, along with the ability to interpret and apply data and evidence within an educational context, will be valuable skills for all Trustees.

We are particularly seeking individuals with experience in: 1) School improvement (particularly secondary school or SEND), 2) Safeguarding 3) Finance 4) HR

We are committed to strengthening representation from our Church of England schools and enhancing the diversity of our board. We warmly welcome expressions of interest from all prospective trustees who share our values and meet the necessary criteria.

This role is advertised as part of TPP's Free Giving Back Services. This volunteer advertisement copy has been supplied to TPP and applicants apply direct to the organisation. Please contact the organisation directly if you have any questions about this volunteer role.

As the welcoming face of the food bank you’ll be sociable, enjoy meeting people and able to offer friendly and caring support to those in crisis. You’ll receive and check food vouchers, prepare food parcels and make refreshments for the people who visit the food bank. You’ll provide a listening ear and support people in accessing other services with compassion and dignity.

Why we want you

We are committed to ensuring anybody visiting a food bank is welcomed, valued and treated with dignity.  Volunteers take time to share a warm drink, discuss food requirements, offer a listening ear and, when appropriate, signpost people for further support and help.  

As a Food bank centre helper you will play a vital role giving direct support to people who use food banks, meeting and greeting people coming into the food bank, packing their food parcels, making them feel comfortable and providing further signposting support where appropriate.

In this role you can make a real difference to people’s lives providing vital help and support to those in crisis in your local community.

What you will be doing

• Welcome clients to the foodbank centre
• Receive vouchers, check validity, and prepare food parcels according to the standard packing lists
• Make refreshments and tidy up as required during the session
• Offer a listening ear and signpost clients, as required, to further support, using information from the signposting folder/leaflets
• Work under the guidance of the session leader and report any health & safety or safeguarding concerns to the project manager/session supervisor

The skills you need

• Strong team player
• Excellent communication skills
• Empathetic
• Has an eye for detail
• Organised and self-motivated

What's in it for you

• Using your existing skills to make a difference
• Meet new people who share your passion to eradicate poverty in the community
• Make a real difference to the running of your food bank

Acting as the link between food donations coming in and reaching those in crisis, you’ll support the smooth running of your local food bank. You’ll be part of a team overseeing and running the replenishment order, with large volumes of stock moving from the warehouse to the Foodbank distribution centre. This is a physical role as you’ll be on your feet a lot and you must be comfortable with some heavy lifting and maintaining a clean and safe warehouse.

Why we want you

Food banks provide essential community services to people in crisis. By volunteering as a warehouse assistant, you can make a real difference to people’s lives providing vital help and support locally. This role is an essential part of how Brent foodbank operates and without it we would not be able to run all of our weekly sessions.

What you will be doing

• Fulfilling the replenishment requests from our Foodbank shop
• Lifting cardboard and plastic crates in and out of the van in line with current manual handling guidelines
• Keeping warehouse area clean and tidy at all times, ensuring relevant materials are recycled
• Following Health and Safety guidance, manual handling training and the other policies and procedures related to the running of the warehouse
• Undertaking any other duties that may be reasonably expected to fulfil the role
• If applicable, and interested, becoming one of our van drivers (optional)

The skills you need

• Punctuality and reliability
• Good communication skills
• Good sense of humour
• Strong team player
• Ability to undertake heavy lifting (in line with manual handling guidelines)

What's in it for you

• Knowledge that you a vital part of the Foodbank
• Being part of a dynamic and fun team
• Meet new people who share your passion to eradicate poverty in the community

Respond is seeking a qualified accountant to join the Board of Trustees as honorary Treasurer.

About the Respond Treasurer role

This is an exciting opportunity to volunteer in a vital governance role at Respond: the Treasurer maintains an overview of the charity’s financial affairs, ensuring effective and appropriate financial measures, controls and procedures are in place.

As a member of the Board of Trustees, the Treasurer also supports good governance, helping set the strategic direction of the charity for the years to come.

The role would suit a qualified accountant with some knowledge of charity accounting and the ability to communicate financial information to the wider board in a clear and accessible way. 

With a passionate Board of Trustees and a committed staff team, you’ll join an organisation focused on making a real difference to the lives of people with learning disabilities and autistic people who have experienced abuse, violence or trauma.

Please note this is a voluntary role. Any expenses incurred while carrying out the duties of the role will be reimbursed.

About Respond

Respond is a national charity supporting people with learning disabilities and autistic people who have experienced abuse, violence or trauma. Respond offers psychotherapy and advocacy support and provides specialist trauma informed training for services.

Through specialist advocacy and therapeutic support, we support people to navigate complex systems such as criminal justice, social services and housing, and to cope with the impact of trauma, build healthy relationships and move forward with their lives.

If you are a qualified accountant that shared our passion for supporting survivors, we would love to hear from you.

Are you able to bring your skills and experience to help with Nature’s Recovery? Staffordshire Wildlife Trust, the leading local charity in Staffordshire, is dedicated to the conservation of nature and connecting people with their local wildlife

Trustee Tenure: 4-year term – maximum 3 terms

Regularity: 9 meetings a year + additional opportunities

Location: The Wolseley Centre, Wolseley Bridge, Stafford, ST17 0WT 

We are seeking a forward-thinking and inclusive Trustee to join the Board and work towards assuming the role of the Board’s Honorary Secretary and help lead us on our journey.

The Honorary Secretary will be able to combine personal humility with an urgency to achieve the mission of Staffordshire Wildlife Trust and the drive to invest in ongoing organisational development.  They will be able to demonstrate servant leadership and be able to unite and inspire our movement behind our collective vision. 

Embodying the culture of The Wildlife Trusts, the Honorary Secretary will work with the Chair and the Board to advance and grow the reputation of Staffordshire Wildlife Trust as an organisation of excellence that can inspire collective leadership throughout its movement and beyond, in the wider world.

This can be a demanding, yet rewarding role, suited to someone who is able to navigate through complex relationships and communicate well at all levels. Being able to motivate and bring people on a journey is a must.

This is a role that is elected to annually by the Board of trustees.

The role of our Trustees is varied and stimulating.  You will be bringing your expertise, experience and passion to help lead a dynamic, multi-functional, multi-specialist organisation.  

Help us to protect and enhance the wildlife and wild places of Staffordshire and promote understanding, enjoyment and involvement in the natural world.

About Us

“Staffordshire Wildlife Trust protects and enhances the wildlife and wild places of Staffordshire and promotes understanding, enjoyment and involvement in the natural world.”

A registered charity established in 1969 and is one of 46 county Wildlife Trusts throughout the UK and is supported by over 19,000 members.

The Trust owns or manages 45 nature reserves covering an area of over 1947 hectares. Our circa130 staff are based in six locations around the county including our Headquarters at Wolseley Bridge, Stafford, with our work divided up into five departments: Conservation Delivery, Engagement, Marketing & Activism, Fundraising, Membership & Resources, HR & Support Services and Commercial. The Trust has a diverse workforce including site wardens, wildlife surveyors, community and education officers, catering, retail and administration.

In addition, we have a trading company which looks after the trading side of our business. This includes a café at The Wolseley Centre, charity shops in Leek, Penkridge and Codsall and a retail shop in the Wolseley Centre.

We are welcoming. One of the core values of Staffordshire Wildlife Trust is that we nurture a culture of equality, inclusivity and diversity.

We are welcoming to those underrepresented in our communities and we strive to listen, learn and share from each other.

Staffordshire Wildlife Trust is committed to keeping children and young people safe, please visit our webesite to view our policies.
Safeguarding and protecting our visitors, customers, members, staff and volunteers is the responsibility of every trustee, employee, and volunteer at Staffordshire Wildlife Trust.

Closing Date: Monday 15th September 2025

First Interview Date:  Week commencing Monday 22nd September 2025

SAIL Derbyshire delivers a range of specialist support services for adult survivors of sexual abuse, incest, and sexual violence. Our trauma-informed approach is client-led, inclusive, and rooted in empathy.Our mission is to enable survivors of current and historical sexual abuse and incest to live safe lives in which they can recover and thrive. We believe in empowering individuals through empathetic, non-judgmental support tailored to their unique needs.

We are seeking a new Treasurer for our experienced governing body. Our Board of Trustees is central to the work of SAIL, taking responsibility for ensuring that the charity operates properly and effectively.

What will you be doing?

Working with the Finance Officer and the senior management team, our Treasurer will play an important role overseeing the presentation of budgets, internal management accounts and annual financial statements to the Board of Trustees. They will also keep the Board informed about its financial duties and responsibilities and liaising with the Finance Officer and Director to develop the financial understanding of the Board of Trustees.

What are we looking for?

Treasurer Characteristics

 Essential 

We are looking for a person willing to bring energy, enthusiasm and commitment to the role and who will broaden the diversity of thinking on our Board. You do not need previous governance experience – we will provide a full induction and training. 

You'll be a finance professional with experience of bookkeeping standards, financial controls and processes, annual accounts production, budgeting and cash flow forecasting. A clear communicator with the ability to bring the financial information alive to non finance specialists. 

You will also be willing to play an active role in areas such as forecasting, setting budgets, liaising with auditors.You'll have the skills to analyse proposals and examine their financial consequences and a  willingness to be available to give financial advice and answer enquiries from any staff or volunteers on an ad hoc basis. 

Essentially, you'll be committed to the purpose, objects and values of the organisation and be able to maintain confidentiality on sensitive and confidential information.

We are seeking new Trustees to help guide our next chapter. We are particularly keen to hear from people with experience in fundraising, finance, property, charity management, or with lived experience that reflects the voices of our members. We also warmly welcome applications from younger people, those from UKME/Global Majority Heritage backgrounds, and people with disabilities, who are currently under-represented on our Board. This is a rewarding opportunity to use your skills and insights to strengthen a much-loved community charity and shape its future.

1. About Katherine Low Settlement
Katherine Low Settlement is a much-loved, busy charity that has been at the heart of the
community in Battersea, South West London, since 1924. Our recent-released
documentary, The Heart of Battersea – 100 Years of Katherine Low Settlement, brings our
century of work to life through the voices of members, staff and volunteers.
We support local older people and children, young people and their families from
sanctuary-seeking backgrounds. With an annual turnover of around £1m, our small team
of 32 mostly part-time staff, along with over 120 volunteers run a range of our own
community services. We campaign for social change and we support other charities and
communities to thrive. Our building is used for community activities and events by
over 500 people a week, and our rooms are available for hire at affordable rates. KLS is
funded from supporters, trusts and foundations which enable us to achieve our goal to
reduce poverty and isolation and bring Battersea together.
The Settlement is situated on Orville Street and Battersea High Street and aims to serve
the communities of SW11 and SW8, which includes areas of significant deprivation
alongside some of the most prosperous neighbourhoods in the country. Its vision is to
bring people together, to discover a common humanity in the process and to work together
for some of the most vulnerable people in London.

2. The Board of Trustees
The Board of Trustees is the legal guardian of Katherine Low Settlement to ensure that
KLS complies with its governing document (Memorandum and Articles of Association),
charity law, company law and any other relevant legislation or regulations.
The Board of Trustees is responsible for directing the Settlement’s strategy and vision, for
overseeing the work of its Chief Executive and Staff, and for settling policy, administering
its finance and offering advice and support in the delivery of services. The board is
currently made up of seven serving members, and has vacancies for up to three new
Trustees, to a maximum of ten. Trustees are appointed by the Annual General Meeting for
a period of three years, renewable by mutual agreement.
Gaps we’re looking to fill
The Trustees have identified gaps in its membership in terms of experience of fundraising,
finance, property, charity management and the voice of Settlement members. The board
also recognises that it lacks diversity and lived experience, particularly in representation by
UKME/Global Majority Heritage people, younger people and those with disabilities. Most of
all we are looking for willing and able trustees who are aligned with our vision, mission and
values and who are committed to this local community of Battersea.

3. Key Responsibilities of Trustees
Trustees are expected to:
▪ Formulate and review regularly the strategic aims of the Settlement in accordance with
its legal objects, and to ensure the policy and practices of the Settlement are in keeping
with its aims.
▪ Monitor the performance of the charity against the agreed strategic aims.
▪ Ensure that the Settlement functions within the legal and regulatory requirements of a
charitable organisation and strives to achieve best practice.
▪ Act as guardians of the charity’s assets, tangible and intangible, taking all due care
over their security, deployment and proper application.
Within that broad responsibility, shared among the Trustees, the main tasks and
accountabilities include:
a) Formulating and reviewing strategic aims
▪ Ensure the Settlement has a clear vision, mission and strategic plan, and that there is a
common understanding of these by Trustees and management.
▪ Work with management to formulate the business, operational and other plans
necessary to support the vision, mission and strategic objectives.
▪ Agree and review the Chief Executive’s annual and longer-term objectives, to ensure
that these support the vision, mission and strategic priorities.
▪ Agree policies which support the vision, mission and strategic priorities of the
Settlement, and monitor their implementation.
▪ Follow best practice as recommended by the Charity Commission.
b) Monitoring Performance
▪ Appoint the Chief Executive and ensure there is appropriate investment in their
professional development.
▪ Agree the method for measuring objectively the progress of the Settlement in relation
to its vision, mission and strategic priorities, business plans and annual targets, and to
receive regular reports from the Chief Executive and senior staff on the performance of
the Settlement.
▪ Ensure that the views of members on the Settlement’s performance are regularly
gathered and considered by the Board.
▪ Hold the Chief Executive to account for the management and administration of the
Settlement.
▪ Ensure that the Chief Executive receives regular, constructive feedback on their
performance in managing the Settlement and in meeting annual and longer term goals.
c) Legal and Regulatory Compliance
▪ Ensure that the Settlement complies with all legal and regulatory requirements.
▪ Has a sound grasp and awareness of its duty of care in safeguarding and that policy
and practice are aligned to make the Settlement a safe place for members, especially
children and vulnerable adults.
▪ Understand the rules and constitution that govern the Settlement, and to review the
effectiveness of such rules and constitution periodically.
▪ Agree the levels of delegated authority, whether to the Chief Executive, the Chair, ViceChair and Treasurer of the Board, or to other groups or individuals.
d) Guardians of the Settlement’s Assets
▪ Ensure that the Settlement has satisfactory control systems and procedures for holding
in trust for the beneficiaries all monies, property and other assets.
▪ Ensure that monies which are invested on behalf of the Settlement are well-managed,
within the constraints of the law and ethical and other policies laid down by the Board.
▪ Ensure that the major strategic and operational risks to which the Settlement is
exposed are reviewed annually and that systems have been established to mitigate
these risks.
▪ Ensure that the income and property of the Settlement are applied for the purposes set
out by law and for no other purpose, and with complete fairness between people who
are eligible to benefit.
▪ Ensure that intangible assets such as organisational knowledge and expertise,
intellectual property and the Settlement’s good name and reputation are properly
safeguarded.
e) Promotion of the Settlement and Engagement with Stakeholders
▪ Be prepared to act as an ambassador for the Settlement when asked to by the Chief
Executive or Chair of Trustees, and to work within an agreed brief.
▪ Attend events as an ambassador for the Settlement, to network and promote the work
of the Settlement.
▪ Seek at all times to raise awareness of the work of the Settlement to potential
beneficiaries.
▪ Assist with fundraising and awareness-raising through appropriate speaking and
networking events, with support and training as appropriate.
4. Recruiting Trustees with particular experiences
As part of a regular process of self-audit, the Trustees have identified a particular need to
recruit Trustees with experience of:
▪ Fundraising – from the perspective of either charitable trusts or high net worth
individuals or both, to help maximise our chances of success in fundraising activities
▪ Finance – to be a second finance Trustee, in addition to the Treasurer
▪ Property and general management – to help us to maintain, refurbish and develop
plans for our historic building
▪ Charity experience – to bring knowledge of financial and operational management in
that sector
▪ Lived experience - Ensuring the perspective of volunteers, members and alumni is
represented in decision making
Although the Board is very effective, it lacks significant diversity, which diminishes its
capacity to be even more effective. The Trustees would therefore particularly welcome
interest from those from UKME/Global Majority Heritage backgrounds, younger people and
people with disabilities, all of which are under-represented on the Board.

5. Person Specification
Expressions of interest are invited, in writing, with examples of experience in these areas :

Essential Experience & Skills

• Willingness to devote the necessary time and effort
• Ability to contribute to the strategic vision and direction of KLS
• Ability to work as an active and vocal part of the Trustee board
• Effective communicator – both verbal and written 
• Willingness to be available to staff for advice and enquiries 
• Committed to KLS’s mission, vision and values and its work 
• Knowledge of Battersea / Wandsworth

No prior experience is needed. Full training and support will be given.

6. Further Information

• Katherine Low Settlement is committed to equal opportunities.
•  All offers to volunteer at Katherine Low Settlement are subject to two satisfactory references, which is standard KLS policy applicable to all roles. KLS may ask for an enhanced DBS check.
• You will adhere to matters of confidentiality concerning this role and the KLS team.
•  An induction is given. This includes sharing KLS policies and procedures relevant to each post. 

Founded in 2011 by Sophie Hayes, a British woman trafficked into sexual exploitation, Sophie Hayes Foundation’s work has always been centred around sustainable freedom. This means freedom from exploitation, slavery, and trafficking, and also the freedom to look to the future with renewed confidence, rebuilt skills, and a sense of purpose for survivors. Our mission of sustainable freedom has continued over the last 13 years, however, the forms of exploitation, as well as the landscape of support to survivors, have changed beyond recognition. To respond to this, we launched a new strategy in 2024, which set out how we will ‘meet survivors where they are and take them to where they want to be’

Sophie Hayes Foundation aims to work in a proactive and collaborative manner. The Chair plays an important part in setting the tone and bringing all stakeholders together.

Governance and Culture: As Chair, you provide appropriate leadership, oversight and support to the Board and management team on strategy, governance and risk, ensuring that we meet our obligations and responsibilities. The Trustee Board is made up of a diverse group of people, each bringing their own ideas, skills and networks to support the executive team. A new CEO joined the charity about 18 months ago. She has worked to build a strong team and achieved a great sense of community amongst staff, volunteers and programme participants. She worked closely with the Board in the development of a new strategy, is building strong relationships with donors and supporters, and continues to oversee the management of the day to day - with an eye on both long-term needs and immediate challenges.

Development: We rely on support from foundations, key donors and the public, and as Chair, you will be an important representative of the organisation, working with the CEO and other Trustees to build and maintain strong relationships.

Advocacy: Sophie Hayes Foundation is working to improve understanding of the Modern Slavery sector, enhance understanding of the issues, build recognition of the impact of our programmes and influence key decision makers. As Chair, along with other Trustees, you may be called on to assist the CEO with advocacy and to build our brand.

Commitment: We have a bold vision to increase our impact through a combination of direct programming with survivors and through advocacy to build awareness and support. You will need to have the time to contribute to our growth strategy by chairing Board meetings, supporting Committee Chairs, Board officers, and our small but mighty management team, and represent Sophie Hayes Foundation to key stakeholders.

Help us create life-changing opportunities for young people with additional support needs (SEND). 

At The Usual Place in Dumfries, we are more than a café; we are a unique skills academy where the potential of young people with learning disabilities is nurtured, confidence is built, futures are shaped, and an inclusive workforce is created. We have proved time and time again that when young people are given the right support, they don’t just participate in their communities—they enrich them.

Our mission is simple yet life-changing and we are guided by our values where everyone is of equal worth, everyone can contribute, and everyone should be treated with dignity and respect. The Usual Place/Inspired Community Enterprise Trust is a registered charity in Scotland (SC050602), and a company limited by guarantee (SC412597).

This year marks 10 years since The Usual Place first opened, responding directly to young people with additional support needs who asked for opportunities to learn, work, and be part of something meaningful. In that time, we have supported thousands of young people, many of whom would have otherwise been marginalised and unseen.

The Commitment

The Trustee Board generally meets every 6 weeks on a hybrid basis (usually 2 hours per meeting) and there is an expectation that trustees will also take opportunities throughout their term to get involved, join a subcommittee, attend events and meet the young people in the Café.

Applicants

We value the diversity of opinion, thought and experience that a new board member can bring. We welcome applicants that reflect the community we serve and who share our values and aspirations for young people.

The role may appeal to someone wishing to volunteer as a trustee for the first time, or to an experienced trustee seeking a new challenge. We are especially keen to hear from candidates with experience in marketing/communications digital skills, fundraising or general business/finance knowledge.

A full induction will be provided including training in safeguarding and governance. As a third sector trustee appointment, the post is unremunerated.

A PVG is required for this post as it is considered a regulated role.

Inspired Community Enterprise Trust (The Usual Place) is a company limited by guarantee. Co No SC41259 Char Reg No SC050602.

How to apply:

If you wish to have an initial, exploratory conversation please contact Amy Wright, Chair of The Board, please use the email for applications.

Closing Date for Applications Monday 8th September 2025 at 12 noon

Interviews Week of 15th September 2025

If you wish to apply, please send a cover letter explaining why you want to become a Trustee and what you think you can

offer to The Usual Place, together with your CV . Please also send a

completed ICET Equalities Monitoring Form which you can download, together with further information at our website.

We will be in touch soon afterwards to discuss your application.

We are a Disability Confident Leader, flexible throughout the recruitment process, welcoming the opportunity to discuss alternative application methods and interview formats with you.

We are committed to fair work practices and are a Living Wage employer.Trustee Job Description

We' re seeking three passionate Trustees to join our Board to expand the range of our expertise and play a pivotal role in shaping the future of Inspired Community Enterprise Trust - The Usual Place.

As a Trustee, You Will:

• Set the Vision: Define our strategic direction and ensure our ethos shines through, ensuring good governance is applied
• Drive Excellence: Hold management accountable for performance and financial stewardship.
• Amplify Voices: Ensure the perspectives of young people and their community are heard.
• Secure Sustainability: Contribute to long-term financial planning and responsible resource management.

Why Join Us?

• Make a Real Impact: Contribute to the lives of young people and your community.
• Develop Your Skills: Gain valuable board-level experience and enhance your leadership abilities.
• Be Part of a Visionary Team: Collaborate with passionate individuals dedicated to ensuring that the young people are given the support they deserve.
• Comprehensive Support and Training: We will support you at every stage.

What We're Looking For:

• Individuals who share our commitment to the wellbeing and development of young people with additional support needs.
• Value driven individuals who instinctively understand our social impact, demonstrate and embrace our core values and can apply them consistently in both governance and professional practice.
• Strategic thinkers with sound judgment and a collaborative spirit.
• Professionals with expertise and acumen in areas such as digital marketing and/or fundraising or general business/finance experience.
• An ability to bring the work of ICET into wider relevant networks would be desirable.
• A desire to make a difference.

Time Commitment:

The Trustee Board generally meets every 6 weeks on a hybrid basis and there is an expectation that trustees will also take opportunities throughout their term to get involved, join a subcommittee, attend events and meet the young people in the Café

A full induction will be provided including training in safeguarding and governance. As a third sector trustee appointment, the post is unremunerated.

A PVG is required for this post as it is considered a Regulated Role.

Job title: Sound Trainee

Job Title: Sound Trainee

Location: Canbury Business Centre, 50 Canbury Park Rd, Kingston upon Thames KT2 6LX

Department: Video Production

Reports To: Production Manager

Join Our Video Production Team!

Are you passionate about video production and looking to gain hands-on experience? We’re looking for enthusiastic volunteers to join our Video Production Team at Quilombo UK!

With our annual Solta O Jogo coming up on the 17th (rehearsal), 18th and 19th of October, we’re looking to build a reliable and creative crew to help film this live broadcast and to collaborate on many exciting opportunities to come. We've previously filmed documentaries, podcasts and informative videos for the Kingston Council, and we're continuing to grow our media work. 

Check out our YouTube channel here! 

This role is especially well-suited for recent graduates or anyone looking to dust off the cobwebs and re-enter the industry, however, everyone is welcome to apply no matter your level of experience - we’re all about building confidence and developing skills within our team!

Note: This is a hybrid role, offering the best of both worlds with filming on location and admin work from the comfort of your own home.

About Quilombo UK

Quilombo UK is a pioneering organisation committed to advancing diversity, equity, inclusion (D&I), and social justice. Through our People First philosophy, we foster workplaces where every voice is heard and valued. 

Join our team to amplify our mission through strategic, inclusive communication that drives engagement, equity, and belonging.

What You’ll Gain

We train volunteers in production skills while helping them build industry awareness. Our team has created impactful content for clients such as Kingston Council and QMC. 

By joining our Video Production Team, you’ll gain:

• Practical, hands-on experience in video production 

• Insight into industry workflows, creative processes and an opportunity to network

• Portfolio-building opportunities and project credits

• A collaborative and creative environment where your voice is heard! 

Role Overview:

As part of the Video Production Team, you’ll support the development of video content from concept to delivery.

As a Sound Trainee, you’ll work alongside a diverse team of creatives to assist and learn from the Sound Engineer to create clear, emotive audio for a wide range of audiences, making them feel like they have a front row seat at our events! 

Ideal for entry-level sound team members who want to engage in learning about the department. 

Key Responsibilities: 

• Assist with setting up microphones and sound equipment 

• Operate the boom mic during rehearsals, live recordings and shoots

• Take notes from the Sound Engineer on audio quality to support post-production

• Sort and organise sound equipment before, during and after shoots 

• Perform general runner tasks when needed from the sound engineer 

• Support the Sound Engineer during the shoot and help troubleshoot minor issues

Who We’re Looking For

Key Skills & Qualifications: 

• Experience: Some exposure with a least 6-12 months of experience with sound equipment (desirable) 

• Education: Ideally studying or holding a degree in Film, Media, or a related field (desirable)

• Enthusiastic and willing to learn, with a proactive mindset

• Creative with strong attention to detail and research and communication skills

• Problem-solving mindset and willingness to adapt on the go

• Ability to work independently and as part of a team 

Why Join Quilombo UK?

• Impact: Shape narratives that advance social justice and employee belonging.

• Creativity: Experiment with multimedia storytelling in a values-driven environment.

• Culture: Join a collaborative team where authenticity and courage are celebrated.

• Flexibility: Volunteer around your schedule.

• Growth: Opportunity to join our Professional Development Programme to enhance your skills.

Commitment to Inclusion

QUILOMBOUK is dedicated to fostering an inclusive workplace environment that values diversity and promotes equality for all employees. As part of our commitment to upholding these principles, we adhere to the guidelines outlined in the Equality Act 2010. We firmly believe in creating a workplace where all individuals are respected and treated fairly. Discrimination of any kind will not be tolerated.

Application question(s):

• Do you have access to a personal PC or laptop?

• Are you currently based in the UK and able to commute to the office when required? 

• Can you commit to 12 hours per week for the full 16-week programme?

• Are you sure you can commit to this being a non-paid role?

• Have you seen any content on our YouTube channel that you would like to expand on, or do you have any new and original ideas you'd be excited to pitch?

Are you a qualified accountant, looking to make a real difference to a human rights charity?

The Restraint Reduction Network (RRN) is looking for a dedicated and passionate honorary Treasurer to join our Board of Trustees.  

About the RRN Treasurer role

This is an exciting opportunity to volunteer with the RRN in a vital governance role: the Treasurer maintains an overview of the RRN’s financial affairs, ensuring effective and appropriate financial measures, controls and procedures are in place. As a member of the Board of Trustees, the Treasurer also supports good governance helping set the strategic direction of the charity for the years to come.

The role would suit a qualified accountant with some knowledge of charity accounting and the ability to communicate financial information to the wider board in a clear and accessible way. 

With a passionate Board of Trustees and a committed staff team, you’ll join an organisation focused on positive change.

This is a voluntary role. Any expenses incurred while carrying out the duties of the role will be reimbursed.

About the RRN

RRN is a national charity with an ambitious vision to eliminate the unnecessary use of restrictive practices across health, social care and education. We want to develop a culture of respect for human rights across services.

If you share our vision, we would love to hear from you.