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TRUSTEE RECRUITMENT ADVERTISEMENT
Help Shape the Future Health and Wellbeing of Luton
Active Luton is looking for new Trustees to help guide our charity as we continue to improve the health and wellbeing of people across Luton.
We are particularly keen to hear from people with experience in Law or Human Resources, although we welcome applications from anyone who shares our values and can bring strategic thinking, sound judgement and a commitment to good governance.
As one of Bedfordshire's leading community wellbeing charities, Active Luton manages leisure centres and libraries, delivers public health programmes, and works with partners across the town to tackle health inequalities and help people live healthier, happier lives.
As a Trustee, you will help shape our future, support our Executive Team and ensure we continue to make a lasting difference to our community.
The role includes:
If you are an experienced professional who wants to use your skills to create lasting social impact, we would love to hear from you.
Join us in creating healthier people, stronger communities and a brighter future for Luton.
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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 are seeking a dedicated and friendly person with a passion for cooking to cook a healthy community meal for our lunch service on Tuesdays and/or Fridays.
The community kitchen chef volunteers will play a vital role in supporting Mind in Camden’s wider group services, including the Healthy Minds Community Programme and Phoenix Recovery Service. We support adults (18+) living in Camden who may be experiencing mental health challenges, isolation, or social exclusion.
A key part of our services is providing healthy home cooked meals for our community members twice a week (Tuesdays and Fridays). As a Community Kitchen Chef volunteer, you will gain valuable frontline experience cooking a community meal for adults with a range of mental health needs. You will work collaboratively with other volunteer chefs to design healthy menus that are guided by suggestions and requests from our community members. You will be challenged to create delicious meals using a limited budget and minimising food waste.
*Please note we require a minimum of 6 months commitment to your volunteering role.
At Rethink Mental Illness, we believe everyone deserves understanding, connection, and the chance to live a fulfilling life. Our volunteers play a vital role in supporting people affected by mental illness and helping create communities where no one feels alone.
About the role
As a Community Support Volunteer you will:
As a Community Support Volunteer, you will complete face-to-face befriending activities with service users. You need to be able to travel around the locality in which you live to be able to do this. Ideally, you will be able to commit to a minimum of 1/2 a day (3-4 hours) of volunteering per week on a flexible basis, with the option to increase.
You will be working alongside our team of community link workers.
There may also be the opportunity to also attend different community events to advertise the service.
There will be full training opportunities to ensure that you are successful in your volunteering role, as well as regular check-in meetings.
About the service
The Empowering Minds Gloucestershire Service currently run group sessions for service users across Gloucestershire.
Our team is dedicated to delivering a high-quality service that focuses on supporting individuals to achieve their recovery goals. The aim is to improve the lives and support independence for those living with a mental illness. The team will engage with other local providers to ensure a clear and seamless pathway for those that require support from multiple providers.
What will make you a great fit for this role?
It’s essentials to have the following:
Although it’s not essential, you may also have:
How to apply
To apply, please click the “apply now” button and complete a short interest form. You will have the opportunity to upload a CV and/or cover letter however, this is not mandatory.
A member of the team will review your application and be in touch to update you on the next steps. If your application is successful, you will be invited to take part in an informal volunteer discussion.
If you have any questions about the role or would like to find out more before applying, please contact the volunteer manager:
Who are we?
We’re Rethink Mental Illness, a leading charity provider of mental health services in England. We support thousands of people through our groups, services, policy, campaigns and advice and information. Our work supports us in delivering on our mission: “A better life for everyone severely affected by mental illness.”
It is an exciting time to join our growing charity. We are on a transformation journey, one that supports the delivery of the organisation strategy – delivering Communities that Care. Supporting employees, managers and leaders through this change is a key priority for the People function. Just like its key that we attract diverse people to come and work for us.
Diversity, Equity, Inclusion
Diversity is important to us and we appreciate difference through difference, inclusiveness and belonging. It gives us a deeper understanding of the world, our society and the diverse communities we’re working with. By including everyone, we are able to draw on the unique experiences and expertise of our people to help shape and enrich our workplace and improve our services. One way we are doing is through our valued staff networks which play a critical and highly valued role in keeping us focused on creating a diverse, inclusive and engaged employer. We recognise and support staff networks for our Black, Asian and minority ethnic and our LGBTQIA+ colleagues. We are also proud to have been awarded Disability Confident Employer status and are a signatory to the Business in the Community Race at Work Charter.
Becoming a truly anti-racist organisation
We have an ambition of become a truly anti-racist employer, campaigning organisation and service provider - and in our efforts to influence policy and wider societal factors impacting on mental health set out in our anti-racist statement . We have designed a multi-year anti-racist programme of work contained in our Race Equality Action Plan which demonstrate our intention to hold ourselves accountable and be judged on our progress on becoming a truly anti-racist organisation.
We’re Rethink Mental Illness and no matter how bad things are, we can help people severely affected by mental illness to improve their lives.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Are you passionate about supporting female survivors of sexual violence and committed to making a meaningful difference in your community?
GMRC is seeking compassionate and dedicated Volunteer Qualified Counsellors to join our team. As part of our vision of Building Communities, Supporting Survivors and Creating Change, you'll help provide specialist, trauma-informed support that empowers survivors on their journey towards healing.
What you'll do:
Provide one-to-one counselling support to survivors.
Create a safe, confidential, and non-judgemental space.
Work within GMRC's values, policies, and ethical framework.
Participate in ongoing training, supervision, and development.
We are looking for people who:
Are qualified counsellors and have some experience working with sexual trauma.
Have excellent listening and communication skills.
Demonstrate empathy, compassion, and professionalism.
Share our commitment to challenging sexual violence and supporting survivors.
What we offer:
Specialist training and support.
Regular peer support and case management.
Opportunities for professional development.
The chance to make a lasting impact in the lives of survivors.
Every conversation matters - Help us build communities, support survivors and create change across Greater Manchester
Volunteer roles are open to women only. This is a lawful occupational requirement under Schedule 9, Part 1 of the Equality Act 2010 due to the nature of the service being provided to women survivors of rape, sexual violence and abuse.
Applicants must be aged 21 or over, be able to commit to the required training and volunteer hours, and share GMRC's commitment to a trauma-informed, survivor-centred approach.
#counselling #counsellor #qualifiedcounsellor
A service run by women for women who have experienced sexual violence at any time in their lives.
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!
Do you have experience in partnerships, business development or stakeholder management, and have some time you can give back to help an amazing cause? PINT Giving are looking for a volunteer Partnerships Manager!
Our volunteer Partnerships Manager will be responsible for identifying and building relationships with organisations, businesses, universities, community groups and other potential supporters who could help PINT increase its reach, resources and impact. This will be across a number of different areas of PINTs work and various projects. We are also looking for someone who is proactive, organised and confident communicating PINT’s mission clearly, with the ability to work alongside other volunteers collaboratively.
We are looking for volunteers with experience in partnerships, business development, fundraising, stakeholder engagement or relationship management. We are particularly interested in hearing from people who are confident reaching out to new contacts, developing opportunities and maintaining positive relationships with external organisations. This is a new volunteer role, so we are looking for someone who can bring ideas and initiative to help shape our approach to partnerships, sponsorships, donations and wider community support for PINT’s work.
What’s in it for you? Volunteering at PINT is a fantastic opportunity to gain experience in the charity sector, develop your skills, and contribute to an amazing cause.
The time commitment can be flexible with whatever you are able to give, but around 4 hours a week on average could be a good estimate.
GMRC is recruiting volunteers to support our helpline and wider support services. Our volunteers play a vital role in ensuring survivors are listened to, believed, and connected with the help they need.
Volunteer opportunities include:
Helpline support.
Providing information and signposting.
Supporting survivor engagement activities.
Assisting with day-to-day service delivery.
We're looking for volunteers who are:
Compassionate and approachable.
Reliable and committed.
Strong communicators and active listeners.
Passionate about supporting survivors and creating positive change.
What you'll gain:
Full training and induction.
Ongoing support and supervision.
Valuable experience within a specialist service.
The opportunity to contribute to meaningful change within your community.
Every conversation matters - Help us build communities, support survivors and create change across Greater Manchester
Volunteer roles are open to women only. This is a lawful occupational requirement under Schedule 9, Part 1 of the Equality Act 2010 due to the nature of the service being provided to women survivors of rape, sexual violence and abuse.
Applicants must be aged 21 or over, be able to commit to the required training and volunteer hours, and share GMRC's commitment to a trauma-informed, survivor-centred approach.
#helpline
A service run by women for women who have experienced sexual violence at any time in their lives.
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!
Have you got a passion for making an impact in your local community? Could you support us to launch community fundraising within your local community?
Help Caudwell Children to raise funds that support disabled and neurodivergent children to realise their full potential?
What will you be doing?
• Assist in planning, promoting, and delivering community fundraising events (e.g., charity walks, bake sales, raffles).
• Support local people with fundraising activities. •
• Keep accurate records of donations and fundraising activities in line with guidelines.
What skills would be useful?
• Friendly and approachable
• Organised
• Creative and enthusiastic about fundraising
• Previous fundraising or event coordination experience
What’s in it for you?
• Relevant training, mentoring and support will be provided
• Gain experience to add on to your CV
• Utilise your skills and learn new ones.
• Social opportunities
• Access to wellbeing support
• Out of pocket travel expenses can be reimbursed
• We strive to make reasonable adjustments and improve accessibility
How much time are you expected to give and when?
Volunteering is flexible. The brilliant thing about this role is you can do as much or as little as you like. Weekdays or weekends, daytime or evenings, there is lots of choice.
Where is the role located?
Looking for volunteers based across Staffordshire, support provided remotely. Minimum age for this role: 16
To change the world so that disabled and autistic children have the choice, opportunity, dignity and understanding they deserve.



The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
GMRC is looking for Group Support Volunteers to help facilitate safe, welcoming spaces where survivors can share experiences, develop confidence, and access peer support.
As a Group Support Volunteer, you may:
Support facilitators during group sessions.
Help create a welcoming and inclusive environment.
Assist with practical arrangements and administration.
Encourage respectful participation and engagement.
We're looking for people who:
Are empathetic, patient, and supportive.
Work well as part of a team.
Have strong interpersonal skills.
Are committed to GMRC's mission and values.
What you'll gain:
Comprehensive training.
Ongoing support and supervision.
Experience within a leading specialist charity.
The opportunity to help create supportive communities for survivors.
Every conversation matters- Help us build communities, support survivors and create change across Greater Manchester
Volunteer roles are open to women only. This is a lawful occupational requirement under Schedule 9, Part 1 of the Equality Act 2010 due to the nature of the service being provided to women survivors of rape, sexual violence and abuse.
Applicants must be aged 21 or over, be able to commit to the required training and volunteer hours, and share GMRC's commitment to a trauma-informed, survivor-centred approach.
#groupsupport #group #support #peersupport #inclusivitity
A service run by women for women who have experienced sexual violence at any time in their lives.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Actively Interviewing
This organisation is scheduling interviews as applications come in. They're ready to hire as soon as they find the right person. Don't miss your opportunity, apply now!
We would love for you to join our Information & Advice Service as a Community Outreach Volunteer.
This is a rewarding opportunity to meet new people, support your local community, and help individuals access the information and services they need. As part of our friendly team, you will attend local groups and community activities, offering information, guidance, and signposting to relevant services, support organisations, and community groups.
You may also help people complete a range of forms, including Attendance Allowance applications and other benefit-related paperwork, giving them the confidence and support they need to access available help.
In this role, you could be:
• Providing a warm, friendly, and welcoming experience for members of your local community.
• Signposting people to relevant local services, activities, and sources of support.
• Assisting individuals with completing forms, including Attendance Allowance and other benefit applications.
• Offering straightforward information and guidance where appropriate.
We're looking for people who enjoy working as part of a team, meeting new people, and making a positive difference in their community.
You'll be a good listener with strong communication skills, a caring and empathetic approach, and a willingness to help others. Basic IT skills and record-keeping experience are helpful, and experience using the internet and Microsoft 365 would be an advantage. Don't worry if you're still learning though, as training and support will be provided.
We reimburse all reasonable out-of-pocket expenses incurred while volunteering.
Getting started is easy. If you're aged 18 or over, simply click "Apply" and complete the application form. We'd love to hear from you and welcome you to our team.
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!
Become a Community Wish Maker in Scotland (North, South, East & West)
Right now, 93 children in the Scotland are waiting for their life changing wish — part of a much bigger picture of children across the UK still waiting for theirs. You can help make that happen, from as little as one hour a month.
Help Make Wishes Come True
Every pound you help raise goes directly towards granting wishes for children facing critical illnesses, creating hope, joy, and unforgettable memories for families who need it most.
What Makes This Role Different?
This is a flexible, ad hoc, volunteer-led role that fits around your lifestyle and commitments. There are no set fundraising targets or fixed weekly hours. You decide how you'd like to support Make-A-Wish and how much time you can give.
Fundraising is at the heart of this role and is driven by your own ideas, local connections, and enthusiasm. Whether it's organising a community event, engaging local businesses, securing donations, or encouraging others to get involved, you'll help generate the funds needed to grant wishes. We'll provide guidance, resources, and support along the way.
How You'll Get Started
Getting started as a Community Wish Maker is simple. Within your first few months, you'll choose a fundraising activity from our Community Fundraising Toolkit or create your own fundraising idea.
You can:
- Organise an activity independently
- Fundraise with friends, family or colleagues
- Team up with other local Community Wish Makers
- Support an existing Make-A-Wish fundraising campaign or event
- Whether it's a bake sale, quiz night, sponsored challenge, workplace fundraiser, school activity or local business partnership, you'll be helping raise the funds needed to grant more wishes
We'll provide resources, guidance and support to help you succeed
What We're Looking For
You don't need fundraising experience—just enthusiasm, initiative, and a desire to make a difference.
We're looking for people who are:
- Confident building relationships and engaging others
- Self-motivated and proactive
- Creative in finding fundraising opportunities
- Organised and reliable
- Positive, enthusiastic, and passionate about helping others
What we will do for you:
- You will receive a 12 week induction training
- Community Fundraising Volunteer Toolkit to help you get started
- A one-to-one introductory phone call with a member of our team
- Materials to get you started in your role
- A dedicated Volunteer manager
- Access to connections & networks in your region
- Make-A-Wish email address / ID Badge / Letter of Authority to help with your fundraising
- Help & support you with ideas and steward you as much as you would like
- Regular volunteer newsletters with updates, opportunities, and useful information
Commitment
Aged 18 or over
Commitment of at least 12 months
If you're passionate about making a difference and enjoy bringing people together to raise funds for a great cause, we'd love to hear from you.
Together, we create joy, happiness and magical memories through life-changing wishes for children with critical illnesses.
Help lead a vital local service supporting people across Wythenshawe when they need it most. We’re looking for a compassionate, organised and practical Foodbank Manager who can keep our day-to-day operations running smoothly while helping us build for the future.
Wythenshawe Foodbank is an independent charity and part of the Trussell network. Through our central hub and community distribution centres, we provide emergency food and support to local people facing financial hardship and crisis.
This is a varied, hands-on role at the heart of the organisation. Reporting to the Board of Trustees, you’ll coordinate activity across our foodbank sites, support our dedicated volunteers and work closely with our Warehouse Manager, referral agencies, donors and community partners.
No two days will be quite the same. You could be supporting volunteers at a distribution centre, responding to an urgent enquiry, reviewing stock levels, preparing information for trustees or representing the foodbank at a local event. You’ll need to be comfortable balancing people, practical operations and administration, while always ensuring that everyone who uses our service is treated with dignity, empathy and respect.
Your responsibilities will include:
• Coordinating the day-to-day operation of the foodbank and its distribution centres
• Supporting volunteers and working closely with centre supervisors
• Overseeing communications and acting as a first point of contact for enquiries
• Working with the Warehouse Manager to monitor stock and maintain supply
• Managing relationships with referral agencies, donors and community partners
• Monitoring performance data and providing clear updates to trustees
• Supporting fundraising, outreach, newsletters, social media and local publicity
• Maintaining accurate financial and administrative records
• Ensuring high standards of health and safety, food hygiene, data protection and safeguarding
• Helping the foodbank meet Trussell’s operating standards and legal requirements
We’re looking for someone who combines compassion with strong organisational skills. You’ll be an excellent communicator who can build positive relationships with people from a wide range of backgrounds. You’ll be calm under pressure, confident working independently and willing to get involved wherever needed.
Experience in charity operations, volunteer coordination, community services or a similar people-focused environment would be valuable. Most importantly, you’ll understand the realities facing people in crisis and share our commitment to providing support without judgement.
This is an opportunity to take on a meaningful role where your work will have a direct impact on the local community. You’ll join a committed team of trustees, staff and volunteers who care deeply about Wythenshawe and the people we support.
The role is for 17.5 hours per week, with working days and hours to be agreed. Some occasional evening or weekend work may be required. The initial contract is for 12 months, with the hope that it will continue subject to funding.
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 a community engagement volunteer you and your fellow branch members will create a range of activities to help spread the word about SSAFA within your community to ensure that 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.
This role is diverse and allows for you to focus on the areas that you have skills or interests in. The role has flexibility and can work around your other commitments.
Below are some examples of possible activities you can take on or be a part of as a SSAFA Community Engagement Volunteer.
What you will be doing
The skills you need
What's in it for you
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!
Across the UK, our volunteer groups play a vital part in supporting people affected by MS, bringing people together and connecting our local MS communities.
As a Fundraising Volunteer, you’ll provide much-needed help looking after fundraising relationships, and with fundraising activities and events. You’ll help us look after the supporters who are fundraising for us — to make sure they’re happy and feel part of what we do. You’ll also support us with planning and running events, including preparation and making sure everything runs smoothly on the day.
In this role you’ll develop your organisation, communication and team working skills.
Why we want you
As one of our wonderful volunteers, you can get involved in:
What you will be doing
The skills you need
What's in it for you:
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Actively Interviewing
This organisation is scheduling interviews as applications come in. They're ready to hire as soon as they find the right person. Don't miss your opportunity, apply now!
Why we want you
As a community engagement volunteer you and your fellow branch members will create a range of activities to help spread the word about SSAFA within your community to ensure that 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.
This role is diverse and allows for you to focus on the areas that you have skills or interests in. The role has flexibility and can work around your other commitments.
Below are some examples of possible activities you can take on or be a part of as a SSAFA Community Engagement Volunteer.
What you will be doing
The skills you need
What's in it for you
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!
Become a Community Wish Maker
Right now, 91 children in the North East are waiting for their life changing wish — part of a much bigger picture of children across the UK still waiting for theirs. You can help make that happen, from as little as one hour a month.
Help Make Wishes Come True
Every pound you help raise goes directly towards granting wishes for children facing critical illnesses, creating hope, joy, and unforgettable memories for families who need it most.
What Makes This Role Different?
This is a flexible, ad hoc, volunteer-led role that fits around your lifestyle and commitments. There are no set fundraising targets or fixed weekly hours. You decide how you'd like to support Make-A-Wish and how much time you can give.
Fundraising is at the heart of this role and is driven by your own ideas, local connections, and enthusiasm. Whether it's organising a community event, engaging local businesses, securing donations, or encouraging others to get involved, you'll help generate the funds needed to grant wishes. We'll provide guidance, resources, and support along the way.
How You'll Get Started
Getting started as a Community Wish Maker is simple. Within your first few months, you'll choose a fundraising activity from our Community Fundraising Toolkit or create your own fundraising idea.
You can:
- Organise an activity independently
- Fundraise with friends, family or colleagues
- Team up with other local Community Wish Makers
- Support an existing Make-A-Wish fundraising campaign or event
- Whether it's a bake sale, quiz night, sponsored challenge, workplace fundraiser, school activity or local business partnership, you'll be helping raise the funds needed to grant more wishes
We'll provide resources, guidance and support to help you succeed.
What We're Looking For
You don't need fundraising experience—just enthusiasm, initiative, and a desire to make a difference
We're looking for people who are:
- Confident building relationships and engaging others
- Self-motivated and proactive
- Creative in finding fundraising opportunities
- Organised and reliable
- Positive, enthusiastic, and passionate about helping others
What we will do for you:
- You will receive a 12 week induction training
- Community Fundraising Volunteer Toolkit to help you get started
- A one-to-one introductory phone call with a member of our team
- Materials to get you started in your role
- A dedicated Volunteer manager
- Access to connections & networks in your region
- Make-A-Wish email address / ID Badge / Letter of Authority to help with your fundraising
- Help & support you with ideas and steward you as much as you would like
- Regular volunteer newsletters with updates, opportunities, and useful information
Commitment
Aged 18 or over
Commitment of at least 12 months
If you're passionate about making a difference and enjoy bringing people together to raise funds for a great cause, we'd love to hear from you
Together, we create joy, happiness and magical memories through life-changing wishes for children with critical illnesses.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.