Community fundraising volunteer volunteer roles
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At St John Ambulance, we are looking to develop our volunteering offer and become an even more integral part of our communities through delivering community first aid and education.
We need people who have a passion for helping others, care about their communities and want to make a difference, supporting them to become safe and more resilient by sharing your first aid skills and knowledge. As a Community First Aider, you’ll deliver first aid to those in need through local events, as well as provide education to the public so that the ripple effect of First Aid grows.
Through supporting the growth of community partnerships, you will bring people along to our cause, growing our membership and fundraising base and spreading the message that First Aid Saves Lives.
Through volunteering as a Community First Aider, you’ll get a huge sense of satisfaction and pride delivering an essential service. It’s great for you, great for your community and great for our nation, and it requires only a small commitment of your time.
We will make sure you will have access to a proper induction to volunteering with SJA and the training you need for the role you take on. We will also provide you with a supportive environment while you are volunteering with us. Information about our volunteer roles are included in the role descriptions. What you can expect from SJA, and what we expect from those who volunteer with us, is included in the volunteer charter.
We are looking to run a volunteering selection session, Interviews will be in person at either Whitby or Scarborough locations.
If you are successful you will need to undertake induction & training for role at these dates:
Welcome event will be held in either Whitby or Scarborough, to be confirmed.
Closing date for these opportunities is: 30/09/2025
To apply for this opportunity please follow the link below:
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Are you passionate about supporting young people and giving back to your community?
Whether you have experience in fundraising, governance, building corporate partnerships, or simply a willingness to get involved and make a difference – we’d love to hear from you!
About us
We’re part of the Royal Air Force Air Cadets, a national youth organisation empowering 12- to 20-year-olds through flying, adventure training, sports, and leadership development.
West Mercian Wing supports over 900 cadets across 27 Squadrons in Herefordshire, Worcestershire, Shropshire, the Black Country, and overseas in Cyprus.
Each squadron has a Civilian Welfare Committee, a team of trustees who support the squadron by overseeing governance, fundraising, and building community partnerships. Trustees are vital in ensuring squadrons can continue providing incredible opportunities for cadets.
Squadrons in this sector
- 223 (Halesowen) Squadron, 27 King Street, Halesowen, West Midlands, B63 3SU
- 347 (Dudley) Squadron, Army Reserve Centre, 5 Vicar Street, King Street, Dudley, West Midlands, DY2 8RH
- 451 (Stourbridge) Squadron, Army Reserve Centre, Old Swinford Road, Stourbridge, West Midlands, DY8 2LQ
- 2488 (Kingswinford) Squadron, Rear of Kingswinford Health Centre car park, off Standhills Road, Kingswinford, West Midlands DY6 8DN
Why become a trustee?
Volunteering as a trustee isn’t just about helping others - it’s about growing yourself too!
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Gain valuable experience in leadership, governance, and fundraising.
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Expand your network and become part of a supportive team.
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Make a lasting difference to young people in your community.
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Shape the future of an organisation with a rich legacy.
What’s involved?
Meetings are structured but friendly, typically every three months for around two hours. A typical agenda includes:
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Updates from the Chairperson, Treasurer, and Squadron Commander
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Funding requests and financial decisions
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Future planning, upcoming events, and key priorities
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Opportunities to contribute based on your skills and interests
Beyond meetings, involvement is flexible depending on your availability and expertise.
What we’re looking for
We welcome all backgrounds and skill levels, but we’d particularly love to hear from those with experience in:
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Fundraising
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Governance & charity compliance
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Corporate partnerships
No military background or youth work experience is required—just enthusiasm, reliability, and a passion for making a difference!
Opportunities for progression
Trustees can take on leadership roles within their squadron, support squadrons at sector or wing level, or even contribute to regional and national RAF Air Cadets governance. Some trustees also transition into squadron volunteer roles, working directly with cadets.
To join us, you’ll need to
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Be 20 years or older
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Have lived in the UK for at least 3 years
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Attend an evening meeting every three months (varies by squadron)
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Bring enthusiasm, reliability, and a willingness to support young people.
Typical joining process:
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Submit an expression of interest.
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We’ll invite you to visit your chosen squadron to learn more.
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Complete a simple online application if invited.
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Undergo a DBS and basic security check.
This process usually takes a few weeks, depending on availability and checks.
Ready to make an impact?
If you’re excited about supporting young people and helping your local squadron thrive, we’d love to hear from you!
The RAF Air Cadets offer young people exciting opportunities for personal and professional development.
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IAPWA (International Aid for the Protection & Welfare of Animals) is a UK-registered animal welfare charity dedicated to creating a better future for animals in need. As a small charity, who has big plans, we can’t do it without the support of volunteers and fundraisers. That’s where you come in.
Join Our Volunteer Team as a Communications Officer and Make a Difference!
Are you passionate about animal welfare and looking for a flexible, rewarding volunteer role? Help us raise vital funds for our cause by managing and growing our Facebook group where we host monthly fundraising auctions!
As a Online Communications Officer, you’ll be at the heart of our online community, creating engaging content, highlighting auction items, and helping raise awareness for our charity. Your work will directly support our efforts to provide care, rescue, and rehoming for animals in need.
What You'll Do:
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Manage and grow our Facebook group: Keep the group active by posting engaging content that promotes our auctions and other fundraising initiatives.
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Create and schedule posts: Highlight auction items, share updates from our main charity page along with engaging relatable content to keep the group active.
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Design eye-catching graphics: Use Canva to create appealing posts and event graphics to attract attention and engage followers.
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Engage with the community: Respond to comments, messages, and encourage group interaction to build a supportive environment. Share our group with relevant community pages and work to increase followers.
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Develop an Auctions Newletter: Produce an exciting newsletter for our Auctions Supporters, keeping them up to date with the latest information and encouraging them to donate and take part in our monthly auctions.
Why Volunteer with Us?
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Make a real impact: Your contributions will directly support our mission to improve the lives of animals in need. Every post you create, every auction you promote, helps us raise funds for vital care and rescue operations.
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Flexible commitment: You can volunteer from home and work around other commitments. We’re looking for around 1-3 hours per week, and while some tasks may be time sensitive the majority of the role will be flexible.
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Support & Training: Join a small, friendly team who share your passion for animal welfare. We provide guidance and support to help you succeed in the role.
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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At St John Ambulance, we are looking to develop our volunteering offer and become an even more integral part of our communities through delivering community first aid and education.
We need people who have a passion for helping others, care about their communities and want to make a difference, supporting them to become safe and more resilient by sharing your first aid skills and knowledge. As a Community First Aider, you’ll deliver first aid to those in need through local events, as well as provide education to the public so that the ripple effect of First Aid grows.
Through supporting the growth of community partnerships, you will bring people along to our cause, growing our membership and fundraising base and spreading the message that First Aid Saves Lives.
Through volunteering as a Community First Aider, you’ll get a huge sense of satisfaction and pride delivering an essential service. It’s great for you, great for your community and great for our nation, and it requires only a small commitment of your time.
We will make sure you will have access to a proper induction to volunteering with SJA and the training you need for the role you take on. We will also provide you with a supportive environment while you are volunteering with us. Information about our volunteer roles are included in the role descriptions. What you can expect from SJA, and what we expect from those who volunteer with us, is included in the volunteer charter.
We will be running a number of information events locally and these are:
- XXXXXXX details of times, venue, etc.
We are looking to run a volunteering selection session on: 4th 6th & 7th Sept 2025
If you are successful you will need to undertake induction & training for role at these dates:
Welcome Event (Induction) - 4th 6th & 7th Sept 2025
Training for role - Stadia orientation training, for both local stadiums, with role training to take place during October 2025.
Closing date for these opportunities is: 03/09/2025
To apply for this opportunity please follow the link below:
Bring your skills. Change lives. Become a SMART CJS Trustee.
SMART CJS is a dynamic charity supporting people experiencing homelessness or at risk of losing their home. We’re looking for new trustees to join our friendly and committed Board, guiding our strategic direction and ensuring we remain a strong, effective organisation.
About the role
Trustees play a vital role in the governance of SMART CJS. Working closely with our senior leadership team, you will:
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Help set the charity’s overall direction and priorities.
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Ensure we meet our legal and financial responsibilities.
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Provide insight and expertise to strengthen our services.
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Support our mission to prevent homelessness and help people rebuild their lives.
Who we’re looking for
No previous board experience is necessary, full induction and training are provided. We’re particularly keen to hear from people with skills in:
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Fundraising and income generation
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Law
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Human resources
But above all, we want trustees who:
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Are committed to our mission and values.
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Can think strategically and work well as part of a team.
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Are willing to use their skills and experience to help us grow and adapt.
Time commitment
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Four Board meetings per year (held in the evenings, usually in Bedford).
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Some email contact between meetings.
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Optional involvement in sub-committees, events, or projects if you have time.
What you’ll gain
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The chance to make a real, lasting difference for people experiencing homelessness.
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Experience in governance and strategic decision-making.
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The satisfaction of using your skills for social good.
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Being part of a passionate, welcoming team of trustees and staff.
Location
Meetings are held in Bedford, but applications from across the region are welcome.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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We are recruiting Volunteer Team Leaders to lead and inspire! This is your chance to meet new people, gain new skills and experience and have fun whilst being part of a great cause.
Location: London, working from home
Recruiting for various Team Leaders for- so please specify.
- West London Sister Team Leader
- North London Brother Team Leader
- Slough Brother Team Leader
- South London Brother Team Leader
- Tower Hamlets Sister Team Leader
- Newham Sister Team Leader
Expenses: This is a voluntary position, but we reimburse reasonable out-of-pocket expenses in line with our policy
Main tasks
We need individuals who can manage a group of volunteers within their region and work with Human Appeal staff members to ensure volunteers’ active involvement in events and campaigns.
Recruit new volunteers and lead current volunteers who will be allocated to your team
Communicate important campaign-related information to your team
Organise 2 Fundraising events or community projects with your team within an assigned budget in the year.
Actively attend and participate in Team Leader meetings and complete any actions allocated to you E.g Recruiting volunteers for online fundraising.
Work with the Human Appeal staff team to deliver campaigns and 2 in-person events for the year.
Organise and attend Monthly Meetings with your Volunteers
Where possible, support with Team Leader recruitment by joining the interviewing panel
Knowledge/Experience/Skills
We will provide you with the tools, training and support you need but here are a few things we are looking for:
Excellent communication, negotiation, influencing, innovation and interpersonal skills
Willingness to learn and develop as an individual and accept constructive feedback
Ability to build and maintain relationships with all levels of people
Ability to support and coordinate a diverse group of individuals
Ability to prioritise workload and work well in a team
Learning and Development
To enable you to take part in this opportunity Human Appeal will provide:
Leadership training to help you develop the skills and knowledge needed to fulfil the role
A dedicated member of staff to provide ongoing support and supervision
Payment of “out of pocket” expenses in line with Human Appeal’s expenses policy
Webinars to provide you with the information you require for the campaign
A volunteer handbook that outlines the policies and procedures you need to be aware of whilst volunteering
Benefits of volunteering with us
By volunteering in an international charity, you will gain valuable skills, experience and knowledge. We will also offer:
Opportunities to take part in Human Appeal events and training programmes
Opportunity for you and your team run your own event for a Human Appeal project of your choice
Support from our HR Team in developing your CV and interviewing skills
Experience of operating within an international humanitarian charity
Offer to provide references after 3 months of volunteering
Excellent support as part of a friendly team with fun away days
Develop knowledge and skills in people management, social media, recruitment and project management
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!
At St John Ambulance, we are looking to develop our volunteering offer and become an even more integral part of our communities through delivering community first aid and education.
We need people who have a passion for helping others, care about their communities and want to make a difference, supporting them to become safe and more resilient by sharing your first aid skills and knowledge. As a Community First Aider, you’ll deliver first aid to those in need through local events, as well as provide education to the public so that the ripple effect of First Aid grows.
Through supporting the growth of community partnerships, you will bring people along to our cause, growing our membership and fundraising base and spreading the message that First Aid Saves Lives.
Through volunteering as a Community First Aider, you’ll get a huge sense of satisfaction and pride delivering an essential service. It’s great for you, great for your community and great for our nation, and it requires only a small commitment of your time.
We will make sure you will have access to a proper induction to volunteering with SJA and the training you need for the role you take on. We will also provide you with a supportive environment while you are volunteering with us. Information about our volunteer roles are included in the role descriptions. What you can expect from SJA, and what we expect from those who volunteer with us, is included in the volunteer charter.
We are looking to run a volunteering selection session on the week of 1st September 2025
If you are successful you will need to undertake induction & training for role at these dates:
Training for role - The First Aid course will be held on 18/19 October 2025
Closing date for these opportunities is: 29/08/2025
To apply for this opportunity please follow the link below:
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Experienced in retail? Passionate about community? We are looking for a new trustee to join our board of governors at our second hand furniture charity.
Help shape a local charity with big ambitions
We’re entering an exciting new chapter and we’d love you to be part of it. As some of our current trustees reach the end of their terms, we’re looking for new people to join our dynamic board and help guide the future of Community Furniture Stores.
We are a grassroots charity with big impact. Each year, we help thousands of people across York, Selby and Scarborough access affordable, good-quality furniture and digital devices, tackle poverty, and gain skills through volunteering. We’re currently undertaking a radical redesign of how we operate as a charity so we can support more people and increase our impact. The board plays a crucial role in shaping and guiding the strategic direction of this transformation. If you want to make a real difference locally and be part of something ambitious, now is the perfect time to get involved.
What Do Our Trustees Do?
As a volunteer trustee, you’ll:
- Be part of quarterly board meetings, plus one AGM and an annual away day.
- Join a sub-committee to support specific areas like finance, retail, volunteering or communications.
- Contribute ideas, challenge thinking, and support decisions that help us grow. Be a visible and active champion of our work
Why Join Us?
Be a force for good in your community – support local people by helping us tackle furniture and digital poverty head-on.
Shape the future – guide a growing, evolving charity during a major organisational merger and rebrand.
Learn and grow – learn about charity governance and collaborate with people from diverse sectors.
Connect and contribute – join sub-committees and contribute hands-on to meaningful projects
Who Are We Looking For?
We welcome trustees from all walks of life, whether you’re early in your career, retired, or somewhere in between. We believe diversity of thought and experience makes us stronger.
We’re particularly keen to hear from people with experience in:
- Retail – especially as we navigate our merger and look to improve our services.
- HR or health & safety
- Legal (employment, charity, or property)
- Fundraising or business development
- Social justice, poverty, housing or digital inclusion
But don’t worry if you don’t tick every box. If you care about what we do and want to help us do it better — that’s what counts. You don’t need previous board experience. What matters most is your passion, perspective and commitment to our mission.
We welcome all voices, and we’re especially keen to hear from people in Selby and Scarborough. Diversity makes us stronger.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Finance Trustee - Join Us in Transforming Children’s Lives!
At School-Home Support, we believe every child deserves the opportunity to be in school and ready to learn – no matter the obstacles they face. Our mission is simple yet ambitious: to ensure that every child is in school, every day, by 2050. We are looking for a passionate and experienced Finance Trustee to help us make this vision a reality and have a lasting impact on children and families across the country.
We’re seeking an individual who shares our passion for improving children’s lives. If you have experience as a trustee and are ready to take the next step in your governance journey, we would love to hear from you.
Who We're Looking For:
We are looking to recruit a Finance Trustee who is passionate about the work of School-Home Support and brings energy, commitment and leadership combined with a willingness to advocate for the work we do and the cause we serve.
As a Finance Trustee, You Will:
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Contribute to setting goals, targets, and overall policy for the organisation
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Share your expertise and networks to support the development and growth of the charity.
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Help ensure compliance with our legal obligations and the organisation’s core purpose.
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Provide oversight of the budget to guarantee School-Home Support’s financial sustainability.
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Ensure measures are in place for safeguarding for the children and families we support and the staff team
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Act as a champion and ambassador for School-Home Support, enhancing our reputation, representing us at key events, and supporting fundraising efforts.
What We Offer:
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Impactful Role: By joining our Board of Trustees, you will play a key role in shaping our national impact and supporting our mission to transform the lives of children in need.
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Training & Development: You will receive tailored training specific to your role and access to additional learning opportunities through our staff-led EDI networks.
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Networking Opportunities: You’ll have the chance to expand your professional network and make valuable connections within the education and charity sectors.
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Support Throughout Your Journey: We will buddy you with a more experienced trustee or corporate volunteer to ensure you feel supported and confident throughout your time with us
Expectations:
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Commitment: A commitment of three years to this voluntary role
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Meetings: Attend four half-day board meetings and one AGM each year, which are typically held in Stratford, London, or remotely.
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Sub-Committees: Participate in one of our sub-committees to help guide specific areas of our work.
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External Events: Attend 2-3 fundraising events each year (usually evenings) and make at least one school visit annually.
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Inclusion & Diversity: A strong commitment to inclusion, equal opportunities, and the promotion of diversity in all aspects of your work.
If you’re ready to make a difference and contribute to creating brighter futures for children and their families, we want to hear from you!
To learn more about this exciting opportunity, please review the Trustee Pack and submit your application today!
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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Oxfam isn't just another charity shop. We're a movement of passionate individuals working to create a fairer world, and we’d love you to be a part of it!
We’re seeking friendly, reliable individuals who want to make a difference in their community. No prior experience is needed, as we provide full training. If you’re open to learning, enjoy working with others, and have a passion for helping people, you’ll fit right in!
What you will be doing
- Selecting, sorting, and pricing donated stock.
- Chatting to customers, giving great service on the till.
- Researching valuable and vintage stock.
- Visual merchandising: creating eye-catching window and in-store displays.
- Photographing and listing items for the online shop.
This role may include occasionally lifting boxes. We prioritise a safe working environment and provide comprehensive health and safety training to all volunteers.
The skills you need
- We ask that you are reliable and on time for your volunteering
- Full training and support is given for this role - no prior experience is required
- Happy to be part of a team and collaborate effectively with others
What's in it for you
- Some lunch and travel costs paid (speak to the Manager first to understand what is covered)
- Access to training and development
- Grow your confidence and meet new people
- Flexible volunteering schedules that fit your lifestyle
- Free confidential support by the Retail Trust
By volunteering with us in one of our amazing retail spaces you will be raising essential funds for Oxfam – all whilst learning new skills and meeting some incredible people.
We are Oxfam Together we can create a more equal future, free from poverty.



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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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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.
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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 CARAS:
Community Action for Refugees and Asylum Seekers (CARAS) is a registered charity that has been supporting refugees and asylum-seekers since 2002 empowering them to integrate and engage in the local community.
Arriving as an asylum seeker/refugee can be a disempowering experience. Difficulties with language, accessing services and overcoming prejudice are ever-present. As an organisation we are committed to work alongside refugees to overcome those challenges, and to help them build their lives.
We offer group support and targeted support work. We offer a range of activities including: ESOL classes; social and recreational activities such as youth club, drama, trips, and family activities; educational support for young people; and casework and advocacy support.
Our values are at the centre of all our work:
• Kindness: CARAS will nurture all who are part of our community, helping everyone to develop their skills, talents, and interests.
• Justice: CARAS will strive for social justice following a rights-based approach in all our work and challenging instances when rights are not upheld in wider society.
• Empowerment: CARAS works alongside people, recognising and respecting their skills and strengths and striving together for better outcomes.
• ‘With’ not ‘for’: CARAS will put the voices, opinions, experiences and needs of its beneficiaries at the heart of all that we do.
About the CARAS ESOL Team:
Our award-winning ESOL project offers English language classes to adults at a wide range of levels. This provides vital skills, opportunities and social contact and is crucial for enabling people to attend college and access other services in the future.
About the Role:
CARAS is looking for volunteer ESOL Teaching Assistants to support our face-to-face adult ESOL classes in Tooting. Volunteers in this role are required to commit to at least one 2-hour session every Wednesday during these times:
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Mondays ESOL 9:30 to 13:30
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Tuesday 9:30 to 11:30
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Tuesday One-to-one employability and language learning support 15:00 to 17:00
Please note that ESOL classes do not run during school holidays, and we follow Wandsworth Council term dates.
Volunteer tasks and responsibilities:
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Providing learners with one-to-one or small group support within ESOL classes;
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Helping to set up the classroom and provide learners with classroom resources;
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Attending and contributing to volunteer debriefs after each session;
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Making use of any community languages you may know to help students during the class;
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Working collaboratively as a team and helping to shape the project;
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Supporting people to develop their knowledge and skills, encouraging and inspiring participants to reach their full potential;
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Assisting participants to recognise and celebrate their achievements;
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Following CARAS’ confidentiality, safeguarding, health & safety, equal opportunities, data management and all other policies as relevant.
Requirements:
Essential:
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To be 18 years or older;
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Able to travel to our community centre in Tooting (travel expenses can be reimbursed);
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An interest in education and English language teaching;
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To be non-judgemental and able to engage with people from diverse backgrounds;
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To be reliable and punctual;
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Excellent communication skills, especially with people who are new to English;
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The ability to volunteer on Mondays or Wednesdays during Wandsworth term time for a minimum of three months;
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Currently resident in the UK; has asylum-seeker or refugee status
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*Able to provide five years’ worth of addresses, and willing to undergo a DBS check;
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Able to attend volunteer induction training (online) prior to start of role.
*DBS and proof of residency is not necessary if you are a CARAS community member who is more recently arrived in the UK.
Desirable:
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Knowledge of community languages, such as Arabic, Tigrinya, Amharic, Pashto, Dari, Farsi, Kurdish, Somali or Spanish.
Through volunteering with us you will:
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Gain experience of English language teaching;
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Meet new members of your local community;
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Learn about different cultures;
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Learn about issues relating to refugees and people seeking asylum;
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Work as part of a friendly, welcoming team;
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Develop your skills and competencies;
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Be able to obtain a reference from us relating to your placement after 3 months of regular volunteering;
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Be able to access relevant training, including safeguarding training.
We provide firm foundations for new-arrival asylum seekers to build happy and successful lives.


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Finance Lead – Secure the Future of MINDSET Charity
Are you ready to use your financial expertise to fuel a movement that’s rewriting 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 every movement needs a strong financial backbone—and that’s where you come in.
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: Finance Lead (Volunteer)
As our Finance Lead, you’ll be the steward of MINDSET’s financial health. You’ll help us build a sustainable future by overseeing budgeting, financial planning, and fundraising compliance—ensuring every pound supports real impact.
Key Responsibilities:
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Develop and manage the charity’s budget and financial strategy.
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Ensure compliance with charity finance regulations and reporting.
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Support fundraising efforts with financial oversight and planning.
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Advise on grant applications, donor stewardship, and income generation.
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Collaborate with the Board and team to align finances with mission.
Who We’re Looking For
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Experienced finance professional (charity or commercial welcome).
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Knowledge of UK charity finance and fundraising compliance.
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Strategic thinker with strong analytical skills.
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Passionate about mental health and social change.
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Able to commit approx. 4–8 hours/month (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 skills to build financial resilience and long-term impact.
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Collaborate with a passionate, purpose-driven team.
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Be part of a movement that blends courage, care, and accountability.
Apply Now
Send your CV and a short cover letter.
Deadline: 18th August 2025 before 5:30pm
Let’s build a stronger MINDSET—with financial clarity and purpose.
Fund the mission. Empower the movement.
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Actively Interviewing
This organisation is scheduling interviews as applications come in. They're ready to hire as soon as they find the right person. Don't miss your opportunity, apply now!
Join Our Board – Become a Trustee at Coventry Citizens Advice
Are you passionate about making a difference in your community? Coventry Citizens Advice is looking for new trustees to help guide our vital work supporting over 13,000 people each year.
This is a unique opportunity to use your skills to influence positive change, support strategic direction, and help shape services for those most in need.
No previous trustee experience required — just commitment, good judgement, and a desire to help others. We’re especially keen to hear from people with experience in HR, legal, fundraising or research & campaigns.
Time commitment: 5–7 hours/month | Meetings held in the evenings
Apply by: 31 August 2025
We welcome applicants from all backgrounds and especially encourage applications from underrepresented groups.
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