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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!
At St John Ambulance, we are looking to develop our volunteering offer and become an even more integral part of our communities through delivering community first aid and education.
We need people who have a passion for helping others, care about their communities and want to make a difference, supporting them to become safe and more resilient by sharing your first aid skills and knowledge. As a Community First Aider, you’ll deliver first aid to those in need through local events, as well as provide education to the public so that the ripple effect of First Aid grows.
Through supporting the growth of community partnerships, you will bring people along to our cause, growing our membership and fundraising base and spreading the message that First Aid Saves Lives.
Through volunteering as a Community First Aider, you’ll get a huge sense of satisfaction and pride delivering an essential service. It’s great for you, great for your community and great for our nation, and it requires only a small commitment of your time.
We will make sure you will have access to a proper induction to volunteering with SJA and the training you need for the role you take on. We will also provide you with a supportive environment while you are volunteering with us. Information about our volunteer roles are included in the role descriptions. What you can expect from SJA, and what we expect from those who volunteer with us, is included in the volunteer charter.
Network meetings are held on Wednesday evenings between 19:30-21:00 during school term time although these are normally reduced to twice monthly in winter. It is important for applicants to generally be able to attend meetings.
Interviews will be held around similar times to the regular meetings on Wednesday evenings in Heanor.
Induction evenings will be held at same time and location as the regular meetings and an existing volunteer will provide direct support as a Buddy.
As well we online training, in person training will be provided. In person training is usually over one weekend.
Closing date for these opportunities is: 31/03/2026
To apply for this opportunity please follow the link below:
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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!
About the Role
We are Buttons & Bubbles C.I.C. and our mission is to increase inclusion and representation for disabled families across society. We offer a variety of services including bespoke characters, workshops, free resources, events, sensory trails, and more.
We are looking for volunteers to help us apply for and secure funding to support our valuable work. This role can be done remotely, with no fixed rota, and the amount of time you give is flexible.
Who Are We Looking For?
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Interested in fundraising or securing funding
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May have experience in the community or charity sector
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Legal or corporate background, or studying law or similar subjects
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Willingness to learn, motivated, and proactive
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Organised and detail-oriented
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Positive attitude and collaborative
What Do We Expect?
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Willingness to undertake our virtual training programme at a time convenient to you
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Have a basic DBS check (preferably on the update system) or be willing to complete one with us
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Sign our volunteer contract (we are happy to discuss reasonable adjustments if needed)
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A positive and inclusive attitude toward disability and illness
What Can You Expect?
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A supportive, kind, and nurturing team that values its volunteers
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Flexibility – contribute at times that suit you
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Supportive approach to accessibility and accommodations
Benefits of Volunteering with Buttons & Bubbles C.I.C.
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Make a tangible difference in your community
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Develop skills in fundraising, research, and grant applications
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Enhance your CV and demonstrate reliability to future employers
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Explore new areas of interest and take on additional tasks if desired
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Build confidence while contributing to meaningful work
To increase inclusion and representation across society for disabled families.
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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!
At St John Ambulance, we are looking to develop our volunteering offer and become an even more integral part of our communities through delivering community first aid and education.
We need people who have a passion for helping others, care about their communities and want to make a difference, supporting them to become safe and more resilient by sharing your first aid skills and knowledge. As a Community First Aider, you’ll deliver first aid to those in need through local events, as well as provide education to the public so that the ripple effect of First Aid grows.
Through supporting the growth of community partnerships, you will bring people along to our cause, growing our membership and fundraising base and spreading the message that First Aid Saves Lives.
Through volunteering as a Community First Aider, you’ll get a huge sense of satisfaction and pride delivering an essential service. It’s great for you, great for your community and great for our nation, and it requires only a small commitment of your time.
We will make sure you will have access to a proper induction to volunteering with SJA and the training you need for the role you take on. We will also provide you with a supportive environment while you are volunteering with us. Information about our volunteer roles are included in the role descriptions. What you can expect from SJA, and what we expect from those who volunteer with us, is included in the volunteer charter.
Interviews will take place at either our Northampton, Earls Barton or Kettering building in October and November.
We meet weekly on Wednesday evenings for optional training sessions.
Full training will be provided
Closing date for these opportunities is: 30/11/2025
To apply for this opportunity please follow the link below:
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!
At St John Ambulance, we are looking to develop our volunteering offer and become an even more integral part of our communities through delivering community first aid and education.
We need people who have a passion for helping others, care about their communities and want to make a difference, supporting them to become safe and more resilient by sharing your first aid skills and knowledge. As a Community First Aider, you’ll deliver first aid to those in need through local events, as well as provide education to the public so that the ripple effect of First Aid grows.
Through supporting the growth of community partnerships, you will bring people along to our cause, growing our membership and fundraising base and spreading the message that First Aid Saves Lives.
Through volunteering as a Community First Aider, you’ll get a huge sense of satisfaction and pride delivering an essential service. It’s great for you, great for your community and great for our nation, and it requires only a small commitment of your time.
We will make sure you will have access to a proper induction to volunteering with SJA and the training you need for the role you take on. We will also provide you with a supportive environment while you are volunteering with us. Information about our volunteer roles are included in the role descriptions. What you can expect from SJA, and what we expect from those who volunteer with us, is included in the volunteer charter.
Welcome event shall be held in person to say hello to the members while SJA is explained to them. Once this has been done and an Interview has taken Place the training will be provided by the Network.
Closing date for these opportunities is: 20/12/2025
To apply for this opportunity please follow the link below:
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!
At St John Ambulance, we are looking to develop our volunteering offer and become an even more integral part of our communities through delivering community first aid and education.
We need people who have a passion for helping others, care about their communities and want to make a difference, supporting them to become safe and more resilient by sharing your first aid skills and knowledge. As a Community First Aider, you’ll deliver first aid to those in need through local events, as well as provide education to the public so that the ripple effect of First Aid grows.
Through supporting the growth of community partnerships, you will bring people along to our cause, growing our membership and fundraising base and spreading the message that First Aid Saves Lives.
Through volunteering as a Community First Aider, you’ll get a huge sense of satisfaction and pride delivering an essential service. It’s great for you, great for your community and great for our nation, and it requires only a small commitment of your time.
We will make sure you will have access to a proper induction to volunteering with SJA and the training you need for the role you take on. We will also provide you with a supportive environment while you are volunteering with us. Information about our volunteer roles are included in the role descriptions. What you can expect from SJA, and what we expect from those who volunteer with us, is included in the volunteer charter.
From fireworks on the Hoe to rugby at Plymouth Albion, you could be one of a team keeping our city safe. Our Community First Aiders support everything from major council events like the British Fireworks Championships, to festive Christmas markets, local 10k runs, and community fetes across Plymouth. With full training provided, you'll gain lifesaving skills, join a supportive team, and make a difference at unforgettable events.
Requirements for the role are: Committing 80 hours per year to the role (approximately one day per month). Physical requirements for the role at events requires moving around and treating people. This would include kneeling by a collapsed patient and delivering chest compressions for at least 2 minutes without stopping). To be able to keep up-to-date with online training.
Interviews and Enrolments will be held as a roll on basis as the applications for roles are received.
Training for the role will be given through a Community First Aider course, which will include training in patient assessment and basic life support, managing trauma in emergency settings, and recognising signs and symptoms in both adults and children. You will also determine when to escalate care, seek senior assistance, and handle medications, interventions, and patient communications whilst ensure safety in your role. Essential training such as safeguarding, health and safety, and GDPR will also be given.
Closing date for these opportunities is: 17/12/2025
To apply for this opportunity please follow the link below:
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!
At St John Ambulance, we are looking to develop our volunteering offer and become an even more integral part of our communities through delivering community first aid and education.
We need people who have a passion for helping others, care about their communities and want to make a difference, supporting them to become safe and more resilient by sharing your first aid skills and knowledge. As a Community First Aider, you’ll deliver first aid to those in need through local events, as well as provide education to the public so that the ripple effect of First Aid grows.
Through supporting the growth of community partnerships, you will bring people along to our cause, growing our membership and fundraising base and spreading the message that First Aid Saves Lives.
Through volunteering as a Community First Aider, you’ll get a huge sense of satisfaction and pride delivering an essential service. It’s great for you, great for your community and great for our nation, and it requires only a small commitment of your time.
We will make sure you will have access to a proper induction to volunteering with SJA and the training you need for the role you take on. We will also provide you with a supportive environment while you are volunteering with us. Information about our volunteer roles are included in the role descriptions. What you can expect from SJA, and what we expect from those who volunteer with us, is included in the volunteer charter.
Interviews will take place at the end of November/beginning of December and Welcome Events will take place during January.
Closing date for these opportunities is: 28/11/2025
To apply for this opportunity please follow the link below:
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!
Why we want you
As branch secretary you help coordinate a range of activities and a calendar of
events to help spread the word about SSAFA within your community. To ensure
that our Armed Forces community know that SSAFA are here to help and that
we need the public’s support to continue offering our services.
What you will be doing
· Communication with branch volunteers
· Providing timely reports and information to SSAFA’s central office
· Co-ordinating a programme of meetings including an AGM, branch meetings, committee meetings, training etc..
The skills you need
· Friendly and approachable
· Strong administration skills
· Great written and verbal communication skills
· Basic IT skills
What's in it for you
· Use your skills, knowledge, and life experience to benefit others
· Support in your role from the team at SSAFA
· Develop your experience and skills which you can highlight on your CVand in job interviews
Disclaimer
SSAFA is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of all those
involved in our work and expects volunteers to share this commitment.
Our vision A society in which the Armed Forces, veterans and their families can thrive.
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!
At St John Ambulance, we are looking to develop our volunteering offer and become an even more integral part of our communities through delivering community first aid and education.
We need people who have a passion for helping others, care about their communities and want to make a difference, supporting them to become safe and more resilient by sharing your first aid skills and knowledge. As a Community First Aider, you’ll deliver first aid to those in need through local events, as well as provide education to the public so that the ripple effect of First Aid grows.
Through supporting the growth of community partnerships, you will bring people along to our cause, growing our membership and fundraising base and spreading the message that First Aid Saves Lives.
Through volunteering as a Community First Aider, you’ll get a huge sense of satisfaction and pride delivering an essential service. It’s great for you, great for your community and great for our nation, and it requires only a small commitment of your time.
We will make sure you will have access to a proper induction to volunteering with SJA and the training you need for the role you take on. We will also provide you with a supportive environment while you are volunteering with us. Information about our volunteer roles are included in the role descriptions. What you can expect from SJA, and what we expect from those who volunteer with us, is included in the volunteer charter.
Inductions will be carried out on successful application to the role, there will be online and physical training to carry out.
Closing date for these opportunities is: 9th November 2025.
To apply for this opportunity please follow the link below:
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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're building tech to predict employee burnout. We're bootstrapping painfully. Need someone who knows UK grants and has fundraising contacts to help us actually fund this.
The Situation
We're building a platform that predicts employee burnout 2-4 weeks before it happens. We have psychologists, tech people, and a working plan. What we don't have is money.
We're bootstrapping. Every penny is coming from the founders. We need someone who can help us find UK grants, foundations, and funding sources so we can:
- Hire developers properly (not Upwork disasters)
- Pay for proper infrastructure
- Move faster than our current painful pace
- Actually pay people who deserve to be paid
What We Need You To Do
Find money. Simple as that.
Specifically:
- Research UK grants for mental health tech, employee wellbeing, innovation, social enterprise
- Write grant applications that don't sound like AI wrote them
- Identify foundations that fund this kind of thing
- Use your network to open doors we can't open ourselves
- Advise on fundraising strategy - what's realistic for a pre-revenue startup
Current State:
- MVP launching December 2025 (yes, this year)
- Pre-revenue but have pilot companies interested
- Strong team (psychologists, AI/ML, CTO, UX)
- Evidence-based approach (not wellness fluff)
- Desperate for £20-100K+ to do this properly
Your Tasks
Weeks 1-2: Research & Strategy
- Map UK funding landscape for our sector
- Identify 15-20 realistic grant opportunities
- Prioritize by fit, timing, amount
- Create application timeline
Weeks 3-6: Write & Submit
- Draft grant applications (we'll help with technical content)
- Tailor each one (no copy-paste jobs)
- Submit before deadlines
- Follow up where needed
Weeks 7-12: Network & Cultivate
- Connect us with foundation contacts
- Attend relevant funding events (if any)
- Build relationships for future rounds
- Advise on corporate partnerships
Time commitment: 3 hrs/day first month (heavy research/writing), then 2 hrs/day ongoing
Why This Role Matters
Right now we're:
- Trying to find developers we can afford
- Using AI coding tools because we can't hire proper devs
- Moving slower than we should
- Stressing about infrastructure costs
With proper funding we could:
- Hire a full-stack developer (£40-60K would change everything)
- Pay for proper hosting and tools
- Run a real pilot with multiple companies
- Pay our psychologists for their time
- Move from "painful bootstrap" to "actual startup"
Your work could literally determine whether this launches properly or limps along.
Who We're Looking For
Someone who:
- Knows UK funding - grants, foundations, social enterprise funding
- Can write - applications that get approved, not rejected
- Has contacts - someone at a foundation might actually take your call
- Gets startups - understands we're scrappy and pre-revenue
- Cares about mental health - this isn't just a box-ticking exercise
Experience we actually need:
- 3+ years in grant writing or fundraising (charity or social enterprise)
- Track record of successful applications (tell us what you've won)
- Understanding of UK funding landscape
- Can write persuasively without corporate waffle
- Comfortable with tech/innovation projects (or willing to learn)
Bonus points:
- Experience with Innovate UK, UKRI, Wellcome Trust, mental health funders
- Network in impact investing or social finance
- Previous startup fundraising experience
- Understanding of NHS/health sector funding
What You Get
Be honest about what we can offer:
- Equity: If you help us raise significant funds (£50K+), we'll discuss equity
- Commission: Could arrange success-based payment (e.g., 5-10% of funds raised)
- Experience: Real fundraising experience you can put on your CV
- References: If you're good, we'll recommend you everywhere
- Network: Connect with our team and pilot companies
- Impact: Help us actually fund mental health prevention (not just talk about it)
This could be paid eventually. Right now we need someone who believes in the mission enough to help us get the resources to make it happen.
The Team
You'd work with:
- Founder (that's me (Don Diffang)- doing everything, need help with funding)
- Chief Behavioral Psychologist (evidence base for grants)
- Occupational Psychologist (workplace wellbeing expertise)
- CTO (technical bits for applications)
- Business Development person (partnerships)
Small team. No bureaucracy. Everyone's hands-on.
Timeline
November-December: Heavy research and first wave of applications January-February: Ongoing applications and relationship building March onwards: Either you've helped us raise money or we're still bootstrapping
Flexible hours. Most work is solo (research/writing) with weekly check-ins.
Success Looks Like
Minimum viable success:
- 10-15 applications submitted to relevant funders
- Clear funding pipeline for next 6-12 months
- Connections made with 3-5 foundations/funders
- At least 2-3 applications that have a real shot
Actual success:
- £20-50K raised in next 3-6 months
- £50-100K+ raised in next year
- Sustainable funding strategy in place
- Relationships built for future rounds
Dream scenario:
- Major grant or investment secured
- You becoming our part-time paid fundraising lead
- Proper funding to launch and scale
Why Not Paid?
Because we don't have money. That's literally why we need you.
If we had £50K lying around, we wouldn't be posting volunteer roles - we'd be hiring developers.
But: if you help us raise funds, we'll pay you from those funds (success fee or salary). And equity is definitely on the table for someone who helps us break out of bootstrap mode.
What We Promise
We won't:
- Waste your time on applications that have no chance
- Give you fluffy "brand guidelines" instead of real content
- Micromanage your writing
- Disappear when you need information
We will:
- Be realistic about our chances
- Provide all technical/impact content you need
- Respond fast to questions
- Give you credit when grants succeed
- Discuss equity/payment when funding comes in
Current Funding Landscape (What We Know)
We've identified a few areas but need expert help:
- Innovate UK: Smart Grants for innovation (maybe?)
- UKRI: Mental health research angle
- Wellcome Trust: Mental health innovation
- Big Lottery/National Lottery: Community wellbeing
- Health Foundation: Workplace health
- Mental Health Foundation: Prevention focus
- Social investment: If we structure right
- Corporate foundations: Companies with wellbeing focus
But we don't know:
- Which ones we're actually eligible for
- How to position ourselves (charity? social enterprise? tech startup?)
- What our chances realistically are
- Who to talk to
- How to write applications that work
That's where you come in.
To Apply
Tell us:
- Your track record (be specific)
- What grants have you won?
- How much money have you raised?
- What sectors/causes?
- Your knowledge of UK funding
- Which funders would you target first for us?
- Why?
- Your network
- Any contacts at foundations/funding bodies?
- Any that might be relevant to mental health/wellbeing tech?
- Your availability
- Can you commit 2-3 hrs/day for 8-12 weeks starting now?
- Would you want equity vs. success fee vs. future salary?
- One question for us
Attach your CV with fundraising successes highlighted.
P.S. If you've raised money before and you're between roles or have spare time, this could be perfect. Help us get off the ground properly and we'll remember it (with equity and paid work when we can).
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!
Why we want you
As branch secretary you help coordinate a range of activities and a calendar of
events to help spread the word about SSAFA within your community. To ensure
that our Armed Forces community know that SSAFA are here to help and that
we need the public’s support to continue offering our services.
What you will be doing
· Communication with branch volunteers
· Providing timely reports and information to SSAFA’s central office
· Co-ordinating a programme of meetings including an AGM, branch meetings, committee meetings, training etc..
The skills you need
· Friendly and approachable
· Strong administration skills
· Great written and verbal communication skills
· Basic IT skills
What's in it for you
· Use your skills, knowledge, and life experience to benefit others
· Support in your role from the team at SSAFA
· Develop your experience and skills which you can highlight on your CVand in job interviews
Disclaimer
SSAFA is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of all those
involved in our work and expects volunteers to share this commitment.
Our vision A society in which the Armed Forces, veterans and their families can thrive.
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!
In this role, you will build relationships and connect with people, places and organisations to raise awareness of stroke and of the Stroke Association within the community. By building these relationships you will contribute to improving the experience of people affected by stroke where they live and work.
What would you be doing
- Providing a valuable extension to our teams based within local areas across Wales.
- Build relationships with people, places and organisations to raise awareness of stroke and the Stroke Association.
- Engaging with your local community to represent the Stroke Association. This could include delivering presentations or talks (either face to face or digitally), attending fundraising events or sharing your experience of stroke to others.
- Helping to set up and support Stroke Café Groups.
- Attending information points at community events or at local hospitals.
What will you bring to the role?
You have…
- The passion and enthusiasm to raise the awareness of stroke and the Stroke Association.
- Ability and willingness to share how people affected by stroke can access support from the Stroke Association.
- An enjoyment of talking to people and communities, either one to one, or presenting to groups. This includes speaking to groups or individuals face to face or online digitally. (This is available to you only if you feel confident to do so – it is not a strict requirement of the role).
- A keenness to demonstrate our values, and to help improve care and support for stroke survivors.
- The ability to travel to venues and events by yourself.
- A willingness to use technology e.g. Zoom and Microsoft Teams to engage with people outside of your local area, and our intranet and learning platform to access resources and training
Requirements of the role:
- Must be 18+
- Ability to travel around your local community.
- Have empathy and compassion for stroke survivors.
- Enjoy interacting with stroke survivors, community groups and local businesses.
- Ideally have lived or personal experience of stroke.
- Availability of a minimum of 2 hours on a weekly basis.
What the role can offer you personally
- Support with learning new skills – Full training provided.
- Meeting new people, building a network and engaging with your local community.
- In this role, you will build relationships and connect with people, places and organisations to raise awareness of stroke and of the Stroke Association within the community. By building these relationships you will contribute to improving the experience of people affected by stroke where they live and work.
- You’ll have an opportunity to get together (either face to face/digitally) with other Community Connectors from your locality to discuss local priorities and opportunities
Interested in applying?
If you are interested in applying, please contact:
- Sally Head, Volunteer Manager.
Our vision is for there to be fewer strokes, and for people affected by stroke to get the help they need to live the best life they can.
Our core purpose is to be the trusted voice of stroke survivors and their families. We want to drive better outcomes in stroke prevention, treatment and lifelong support for everyone affected by stroke.
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.
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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!
Ready to join the action and build our local LGBTQIA+ Pride?
Role: Team Volunteer
Role Overview
Maidstone Pride is a volunteer-led organisation, and this role description provides a general overview for those who wish to volunteer with Maidstone Pride and its work.
We are looking for enthusiastic and engaged individuals to support the delivery of Maidstone Pride and its activities. As a Team Volunteer, you will be a valuable part of the wider team by contributing your time, skills, and ideas. Team Volunteers help Maidstone Pride come to life on the day, this may be helping at events, spreading the word, or assisting with day-to-day work. Your time and energy will make a real difference.
This is a varied role and your individual day-to-day responsibilities will depend on the supporting work you undertake, this may be supporting the core work of Maidstone Pride throughout the year, or one-off activities such as being a parade steward.
Key Responsibilities
1. To support the operational delivery of Maidstone Pride and its activities
2. To be responsible for the work you undertake as a Maidstone Pride Volunteer
General Responsibilities
In addition, all volunteers have the following general duties:
- All Volunteers and representatives of Maidstone Pride are expected to portray a positive image, both internally and externally, by displaying high standards of service, integrity, punctuality, politeness, and professionalism.
- To observe and uphold the requirements of the Maidstone Pride constitution, and act always in accordance with its governing documents and policies, including equal opportunities.
- Any other tasks that would be deemed suitable within this role as directed.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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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 Walsall FC Match Day Takeover – A Day of Fun, Football & Making a Difference!
- Monday 29th December: Timining to be confirmed
Want to be part of the action and make a meaningful impact? Volunteer at our Acorns Match Day Takeover
What's Involved?
You'll be an essential part of our charity fundraising bucket-collecting crew, taking donations before, during, and after the match – and even in the exclusive hospitality areas!
Free match tickets – Cheer on the teams, while supporting a great cause!
Free on-site parking and light refreshments to keep you going.
Am I Right For the Role?
We’re looking for volunteers who are:
✔️ Friendly & Approachable – ready to share the mission of Acorns
✔️ Confident to collect donations outside – rain or shine!
Why Volunteer with Acorns?
Make a real difference in your local community
Gain valuable experience and boost your CV
Be part of something special with the chance to progress into other roles
Wild Welfare is an international animal welfare charity dedicated to ending the suffering of captive wild animals. We work with zoos, aquariums, and wildlife sanctuaries around the world to improve animal welfare standards through training, capacity-building, and long-term collaboration.
Our Vision is to create a world where every captive wild animal is able to thrive and live a good life.
Becoming a trustee of Wild Welfare is a chance to make a real difference to hundreds of thousands of animals’ lives around the world. You’ll help guide the charity’s future, support progressive animal welfare reform, and work with an expert team.
We are seeking Trustees to join our Board of Trustees and support our mission by helping us grow sustainable income and strengthen our organisational resilience.
This is an exciting opportunity to bring your professional expertise in fundraising, legalisation, HR and Business Management, to a passionate and committed charity that is making a tangible difference to wild animals worldwide.
What you’ll do
- Contribute to the Board’s strategic oversight of Wild Welfare, providing leadership over the charity’s governance and financial sustainability.
- Provide expert guidance on income generation, fundraising strategy, charity management, and development.
- Support the charity in identifying and developing new fundraising opportunities (corporate partnerships, grants, major donors, and innovative income streams).
- Act as an ambassador for Wild Welfare, representing the charity and helping to expand our networks.
- Work collaboratively with fellow trustees and the senior leadership team to ensure the charity achieves its mission and long-term objectives.
What we’re looking for
We welcome applications from individuals with experience in any of the following areas:
- Fundraising (trusts and foundations, corporate partnerships, individual giving, or major donors).
- Charity and/or business development and strategic growth.
- Commercial or financial acumen, ideally with an understanding of not-for-profit income generation.
- Knowledge of the legal aspects of charity management and compliance.
- Strong networks and relationship-building skills.
- Commitment to Wild Welfare’s values and passion for improving the lives of captive wild animals.
Previous trustee experience or animal welfare experience is not essential – we welcome applications from people new to charity governance. Full induction and support will be provided.
Why join us?
- Play a vital role in shaping the future of an international charity.
- Contribute your skills to a cause which transforms lives for wild animals across the globe.
- Join a collaborative and supportive Board of Trustees with diverse expertise.
- Gain valuable governance and leadership experience.
Role Specification: Trustee
Main Responsibilities
- Provide leadership and oversight on matters relating to fundraising and income generation.
- Help shape and monitor the charity’s fundraising strategy, ensuring it is realistic, ethical, and aligned with organisational goals.
- Advise on diversifying income streams, with a focus on long-term sustainability.
- Open doors to new partnerships, networks, and opportunities that may benefit the charity.
- Support the Director and senior management team by offering constructive advice, feedback, and expertise.
- Overseeing the charity’s compliance with fundraising regulations and best practice standards.
- Uphold the Board’s collective responsibility for effective governance, safeguarding, and financial management.
Person Specification
- Essential
- Experience in fundraising, charity/business development, or income generation.
- Strategic thinker with the ability to analyse opportunities and risks.
- Willingness to use personal networks and expertise to further the charity’s fundraising potential and reach.
- Strong communication and relationship-building skills.
- Commitment to Wild Welfare’s mission, values, and long-term sustainability.
- Desirable
- Knowledge of international development, or the animal welfare sector.
- Understanding of charity governance and the role of a trustee.
- Experience in developing sustainable income models.
Terms of Appointment
- This is a voluntary position; reasonable expenses will be reimbursed if required to travel for meetings.
- Trustees are expected to attend virtual Board meetings twice a year (usually June and December) and participate in occasional sub-committees or events (virtual or in-person). Online meetings are limited to 1.5-hours.
- The initial term is three years, with the option of renewal for a further three years.
- It is a criminal offence for an individual to serve as a Trustee if disqualified from doing so. Appropriate checks will be carried out to ensure that individuals who have been selected to become a Trustee are eligible. These checks will include references and Charity Commission/Companies House verification.
- There will be an initial probationary period of 1-year.
- Trustees are subject to our governing documents.
- Wild Welfare is committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace where every individual is treated with dignity and respect.
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We are seeking a dynamic and dedicated individual to take on the role of Community First Aid Network Leader who can work and lead volunteering groups and leaders in their own way, supported by our central teams
At St John Ambulance, we are looking to embed ourselves within our communities, delivering support which is tailored to the needs of those communities whilst providing a positive experience for our Volunteers.
We need leaders who are passionate about making a difference in their communities, who care about helping and developing others, who will lead and inspire a volunteer movement across a geographical area to deliver Community First Aid, Community Education and Community Fundraising as well as develop our offering for young people. Through leading a team of Volunteer leaders, you will drive excellence in delivery, develop an inclusive and diverse volunteering experience for new and current volunteers, and help navigate through change to build a bigger and better St John Ambulance.
As Network Events Services Lead, you’ll get a huge sense of satisfaction and pride through supporting a team and our volunteers to deliver our essential services. It’s great for you, great for your community and great for our nation.
We will make sure you will have access to a proper induction to volunteering with SJA and the training you need for the role you take on. We will also provide you with a supportive environment while you are volunteering with us. Information about our volunteer roles are included in the role descriptions. What you can expect from SJA, and what we expect from those who volunteer with us, is included in the volunteer charter.
Volunteers would be expected to attend training for the role both online and in person, and to attend regular network weekly meetings to enable them to keep their skills up to date.
If you are successful, you will need to undertake relevant training for the role, details of which will be discussed after you have been appointed.
Closing date for these opportunities is: 30/11/2025
To apply for this opportunity, please follow the link below