Community manager volunteer roles
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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!
Would you like to become a Trustee?
Each year we seek new volunteers to join our board of trustees, bringing with them the skills and experience we need to work for a better future for nature, people and the green spaces we all love across Rotherham and Sheffield.
As well as an enthusiasm and passion for our work, we are looking for people with the skills to help govern the Trust.Experience of working in a decision-making group is very helpful as well as a good local knowledge of Rotherham and/or Sheffield. You would need to be able to commit to attending our Annual General Meeting (held in October) and at least four board meetings per year, which require some preparatory work..
This year we are especially keen to hear from people:
- Have expertise in strategic HR, staff health & wellbeing support
- Commercial, business acumen, profit for purpose experience (with reference to our consultancy)
- Have a good knowledge of communities and/or natural environment in Rotherham
- Can represent more of our diverse community in Sheffield & Rotherham
To find out more have a look at the role description visit our website
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
We’re looking for strategic thinkers with integrity, purpose and a heart for service. This is more than a governance role; it’s a chance to lead with vision and make a lasting impact on young lives.
What will you be doing?
We’re especially keen to hear from individuals with experience in:
- Risk Management & Compliance
- Audit & Assurance
- Financial Strategy
- Educational Leadership
- Sustainability
What are we looking for?
We are looking for people who share our values and have a passion for improving the lives of the children and young people we serve. We are looking for people who have the enthusiasm and commitment to our ambition to go from "good to great".
We’re especially keen to hear from individuals with experience in:
- Risk Management & Compliance
- Audit & Assurance
- Financial Strategy
- Educational Leadership
- Sustainability
What difference will you make?
The role of trustee comes with ample rewards: You will be able to draw on your professional and life experiences to steer the strategy, support success and shape lives.
Before you apply
Please apply through Reach in the first instance. Shortlisted candidates will be asked to complete our additional application form.
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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!
Purpose of role
We're on a mission to grant magical wishes and create lasting memories for seriously ill children and their families. Join us in the office to help us manage our admin and provide the best support for our donors. This role requires you to be in the office either Monday or Thursday.
Main Tasks:
- Assisting with day-to-day customer care of fundraising activities as required by the team, e.g., managing incoming emails and telephone calls, helping with post, counting money etc.
- Helping to write letters and handwritten thank you cards to supporters.
- Helping to manage event guest lists and other admin tasks related to our special events
- Sending out fundraising materials as requested by supporters.
- Managing deliveries of items as they arrive in the office.
- Sorting fundraising materials in our storage space
- Updating and maintaining the CRM database where needed (training provided and open to people who would prefer not to use a database
- Creating materials using Word, PowerPoint or other software
- Any other admin tasks that will help the team manage workload
What skills do I need to have?
Experience of delivering good customer service and/or administration in a voluntary or paid capacity – or the desire to learn new skills
- Experience of using Microsoft Office, including Word and Excel, email, and the Internet for research purposes.
- Ability to communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing.
- Managing data.
- Organised with good attention to detail.
Why volunteer with us?
- Make a real difference: Witness the impact of your support firsthand as you spread joy and raise awareness.
- Join a supportive community: Be part of a friendly and passionate team, connecting with people who are driven to make more wishes happen.
- Gain experience and a great way to get involved in the charity sector.
- Enjoy flexible opportunities: volunteer at times that fit your schedule and interests, volunteering as much or as little as you like.
- Meet new people from different backgrounds.
We brighten the lives of seriously ill children across the UK by granting wishes and providing ongoing support in hospitals and within the community
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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 new Chair to provide strategic leadership at a time when demand for our advice services is at an all-time high. Help shape our vision, champion our mission, and make a tangible difference in the lives of those facing challenges.
About Citizens Advice East Berkshire
Citizens Advice East Berkshire offers crucial help and advice when people need it most. No one but Citizens Advice sees so many people with so many different kinds of problems, and that gives us a unique insight into the challenges people are facing today.
What will you be doing?
We are at an important stage in our development and we are seeking a new Chair to replace our current Chair who will be standing down as her term finishes. We have ambitious plans for our future and we are looking for a Chair who can help drive our mission forward.
Building on our successes to date, we want a new Chair to lead us through the next exciting phase of our journey. You will have a strong background and track record of providing leadership at board and/or senior executive level and will have a passion for supporting people facing tough life challenges. You should have the judgement and vision to operate effectively at strategic level and you should demonstrate the skills and expertise to help drive our mission forward. We are looking for someone with 3 years+ professional experience in one of the fields of Fundraising strategy, Governance, Operations management or Advice / Advocacy.
We are looking for someone who has:
- Experience of operating at a senior strategic leadership level within an organisation
- Successful track record of achievement through their career
- Experience of charity governance and working with or as part of a Board of Trustees
- Passion for supporting people facing tough life challenges
- Ideally has served as a Chair or Vice Chair and is familiar with leading a Board
What are we looking for?
You’ll need to:
- Understand the type of work undertaken by a local Citizens Advice and the Citizens Advice network
- Understand and accept the responsibilities and liabilities of a trustee
- Be non-judgmental and respect views, values and cultures that are different to your own
- Have a good basis of leadership skills (and preferably you have served within a Board, ideally as Chair or Vice Chair or led a Committee)
- Have the ability to facilitate and lead meetings
- Have good interpersonal skills
- Have good listening, verbal and written communication skills
- Be able to exercise good independent judgment
- Have good numeracy skills to understand accounts with the support of the treasurer
- Be willing to learn about and follow the Citizens Advice aims, principles and policies, including confidentiality and data protection
- Be willing to undertake mandatory training in your role
- Line manage and support the Chief Executive Officer
What difference will you make?
Citizens Advice East Berkshire makes transformational differences to people who need support when facing life crises. As Chair you will play a significant part in ensuring we are able to expand and grown our services to make a significant difference to many more individuals and families.
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!
About the Role
At Living Reasons, we want to change the face of fundraising and entertainment events. We’re not interested in repeating outdated models — instead, we want to create immersive, innovative, and accessible experiences that engage supporters in brand new ways.
The Events & Entertainments Lead will play a key role in making this vision a reality. You’ll oversee events and entertainment coordinators working on specific projects, ensuring events are well-planned, properly funded, safe, and accessible to all. At the same time, you’ll work with the wider team to design bold, creative, and inclusive experiences — from accessibility-led escape rooms to sensory events, to interactive challenges inspired by shows like The Traitors.
This role is about big thinking, imagination, and leadership. It’s perfect for someone who wants to push boundaries and reimagine what fundraising and entertainment events can look like.
Key Responsibilities
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Oversee and support Events & Entertainments Coordinators delivering specific projects.
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Ensure all events are effectively planned and funded, including managing:
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Health & Safety requirements
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Insurance needs
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Accessibility and inclusivity considerations
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Work with the wider Events, Entertainments & Challenges team to design new, engaging opportunities for supporters.
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Develop immersive, creative experiences that break the mould of traditional fundraising events.
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Build and lead a team of creative volunteers, supporting them to contribute ideas and take ownership of projects.
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Help ensure events raise vital funds to support Living Reasons’ work, while also being enjoyable, inclusive, and meaningful for all participants.
What We’re Looking For
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A creative thinker who sees beyond traditional event formats.
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Strong organisational and planning skills.
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Ability to lead and inspire a team of coordinators and volunteers.
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Confidence in problem-solving and thinking outside the box.
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A commitment to accessibility and inclusivity in every project.
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Enthusiasm for fundraising and creating unique supporter experiences.
What You’ll Gain
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A chance to develop and showcase leadership, event management, and creative design skills.
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Experience in building and leading a team of passionate volunteers.
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The opportunity to test bold ideas and bring innovative events to life.
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The knowledge that your creativity is directly supporting meaningful change.
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A supportive, collaborative environment where your ideas are valued.
Interested?
If you’re excited about reimagining events and entertainment, we’d love to hear from you. Bring your ideas, your energy, and your creativity — and let’s design the future of events together.
To create equality and equity in all areas of society, opening opportunities that are less damaging and focused on the person as a whole.

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!
Recovery Partners are a small user-led mental health charity working across East Sussex. All of our staff have lived experience of mental health challenges. Our Peer Support Specialists are trained, employed and supported to inspire others in wellbeing and recovery. We offer services to individuals and groups.
We are at an exciting and pivotal stage in our journey. As we grow and strengthen our peer support approach within our communities, we are looking to broaden the skills and perspectives of our trustees.
What will you be doing?
Our trustees play an important role in making sure that the charity is run in the interests of those we support. They strategically oversee the management and administration of the organisation.
Trustees also ensure the charity has a clear strategy and that our work and goals are in line with our vision. Just as importantly, they support and challenge the executive team to enable the charity to grow and thrive, and through this, achieve our mission.
Time commitment estimated 8 hours per month.
What are we looking for?
We are looking for people willing to bring energy, enthusiasm and commitment to the role, and who will broaden the diversity of thinking on our Board.
We are particularly interested in hearing from people with the following experience:
· HR
· Fundraising
· Digital
· Legal
· Voluntary sector
Whether you have previous trustee experience or this would be your first governance role, your passion for mental health, commitment to equality, inclusion, and willingness to contribute your time and expertise are what matter most. We welcome applicants from all backgrounds — and especially encourage people with lived experience of mental health issues and recovery or other disability to apply.
What difference will you make?
Recovery Partners is more than a service — it is part of a movement for change in mental health and recovery services, led by people who’ve been there.
As a Treasurer, you will help us:
· Champion the voice of lived/living experience
· Strengthen our governance and strategic planning
· Ensure the long-term sustainability and impact of our work
· Uphold our values of compassion, inclusion, and empowerment
Before you apply
The TrusteeWorks Team at Reach Volunteering are supporting Recovery Partners with their Treasurer recruitment. Applications should be made via TrusteeWorks in the first instance. To apply please submit your CV/LinkedIn Profile, along with a covering letter stating why you wish to join Recovery Partners, the skills and experience you will bring to the Board and what you would hope to get out of the role. If you’d like to have an informal conversation before applying, we’d be happy to speak with you. We are committed to making reasonable adjustments to ensure this role is accessible.
Join Mind in Brighton and Hove as their Chair of the Board
About Mind in Brighton and Hove
Atkinson HR is pleased to be supporting Mind in Brighton and Hove (MiBH) in recruiting their new Chair of the Board. MiBH is a registered charity dedicated to promoting positive understanding, awareness and attitudes towards mental health while supporting and empowering people in their local community experiencing mental health issues
As MiBH continues to develop and expand their vital mental health services, they are seeking a committed individual with strategic vision and governance experience to help guide their mission of improving mental health support and wellbeing across Brighton and Hove, East and West Sussex.
Key Responsibilities
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Lead the Board of Trustees in developing strategic plans
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Chair Board meetings, AGMs and provide leadership in governance matters
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Support and review the performance of the CEO
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Represent the organisation at functions, meetings and in media engagements
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Lead trustee recruitment, learning and development, apparisal and succession planning processes
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Contribute to determining MiBH's strategy and structure through effective governance
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Support robust financial controls and strategic planning processes
Candidate Profile
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Previous leadership experience in the non-profit sector
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Dedication to MiBH's mission, vision and values
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Ability to take a strategic view and make sound judgements in the organisation's best interests
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Willingness to understand and fulfil legal responsibilities of trusteeship
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Excellent reflective skills and ability to work effectively as part of a diverse team
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Strong communication skills and willingness to share knowledge and experience
How to Apply
Please click 'apply now' or contact us if you have any queries or would like to arrange an informal discussion.
Key Dates
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Closing Date: 10am, Monday 6th October 2025
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Interviews: from Wednesday 15th October 2025, in person. We will endeavour to accommodate any remote interview requests; however, our preference is to do interviews in person.
Are you motivated by the happiness of others and the opportunity to improve the quality of lives led by people facing challenges, with the firm belief that everyone should get the chance to thrive? You might just be the right person to join the Involve Kent team!
Involve Kent is dedicated to building a society where everyone has the chance to thrive. We do this by strengthening connections, supporting independence, and tackling inequalities within individuals and communities. Fifty years on from being founded in 1975 as Maidstone Volunteer Bureau, Involve Kent is pioneering innovative approaches of working alongside children, adults and the wider community. With an ambitious vision for the future, Involve Kent is reshaping perceptions of health and mental health, championing the power of prevention and the life-changing impact of social interventions. Our mission is simple but powerful: healthy, connected people and communities.
So what does the role involve?
Are you looking for a voluntary role that is rewarding and offers you the chance to provide leadership with your financial expertise?
The Board is responsible for our strategic direction and governance, ensuring we achieve our charitable objects and are well run. It is a demanding but highly rewarding volunteer role, one in which you will make a difference to the lives of thousands of people. We are currently looking for an experienced finance professional to join our Board as Treasurer/Finance Trustee and also head up the finance subcommittee. The Treasurer plays a key role in overseeing the charity’s financial health and ensuring the Board can make informed, responsible decisions.
You may be a qualified accountant or have equivalent knowledge gained by experience. We are ideally looking for someone with experience in charity finances who is able to take a strategic approach to financial planning and oversight and to help non-financial colleagues understand these.
Previous trustee experience isn’t required, and you will be supported into the role through an onboarding and induction process.
Diversity and inclusion are at the heart of what we do
We are absolutely committed to equality, diversity and inclusion; it is part of our charitable mission and one of our core values. We are proactively seeking people from a range of backgrounds to bring a diversity of voices and challenge. We are particularly keen to hear from people with lived experience of some of the issues we are tackling, including long-term health conditions, disability, poverty, childhood adversity, and a demanding caring role. We value this lived experience as highly as learned experience/education
Please read the candidate information pack for further information before you apply. Don’t think you quite meet all of the specifications? Please don’t count yourself out – we’d still love to hear from you and learn more about you and your interest in joining Involve Kent!
Ready to apply?
Eastside People is supporting Involve Kent in the recruitment of these roles. Please apply by submitting your CV and a cover letter, both in Word doc format.
Please use the cover letter (max 2 pages) as an opportunity to add to the information you have shared in your CV and ensure that you cover the following:
- Why are you interested in the Treasurer role at Involve Kent?
- Having read the information pack, what relevant experience and skills do you feel you would bring to this role? This might come from paid work, study, community or voluntary work or other experience.
We want you to have every opportunity to demonstrate your skills, ability and potential. If you have a disability or require reasonable adjustments during the application or interview process, please contact us so we can support you appropriately.
The closing date for applications is Friday, 3rd October. Shortlisting interviews will take place shortly after, and shortlisted candidates will have an interview with Involve Kent during the week beginning 20th October.
We look forward to hearing from you!
Pets As Therapy is a national charity with a simple but powerful mission: to share the joy of pets with people who need it most. We support more than 4,500 volunteer teams across the UK. Together, they bring comfort, connection and companionship to tens of thousands of people every year.
We are looking for three new trustees to help guide our strategy, strengthen our governance and ensure that we remain true to our purpose of spreading joy, comfort and companionship through the magic of pets.
What will you be doing?
Our trustees play a vital role in making sure that PAT achieves its core purpose. They oversee the overall management and administration of the charity. They also ensure that PAT has a clear strategy and that our work and goals are in line with our vision. Just as importantly, they support and challenge the executive team to enable the charity to grow and thrive, and through this, achieve our mission.
Time commitment
- Attend all full Board meetings. The Board meets formally at least four times a year for between a half day and a day, depending on business. Two meetings are in-person and are held in central London. Two are virtual.
- Preparation for meetings – read papers, understand numbers, assimilate arguments.
- All trustees are asked to serve on one or more Board sub committees and working groups. This adds 3-4 shorter meetings a year.
- Trustees may be asked to chair sub committees on a rotating basis.
- At least two visits per year accompanying a PAT volunteer in a different sector and or attending/supporting an event with PAT volunteers.
What are we looking for?
We are looking for people willing to bring energy, enthusiasm and commitment to the role, and who will broaden the diversity of thinking on our Board. We are particularly interested in hearing from individuals with the following skills and experience:
Animal Care and Behaviour - The wellbeing of the companion animals is of upmost importance to us. Someone with experience in veterinary care will help us develop best practice in our own operation and set an example to the sector.
Education - Our volunteers visit over 1,600 schools. Someone with education experience will help us to ensure we deliver the best possible service to children and young people.
Volunteer Management - A key part of our current strategy is improving our volunteer engagement and our volunteer experience. Therefore we’d welcome applications from people with a background in volunteer management and volunteer led organisations.
What difference will you make?
You will bring your own skills and perspectives to help us shape PAT’s next phase of growth. In return, you’ll have the opportunity to be part of a truly unique charity, one that harnesses the bond between people and their pets to transform lives every day.
Before you apply
The TrusteeWorks Team at Reach Volunteering are supporting Pets as Therapy with their Trustee recruitment. Applications should be made via TrusteeWorks in the first instance. To apply please submit your CV/LinkedIn Profile, along with a covering letter stating why you wish to join PAT, the skills and experience you will bring to the Board and what you would hope to get out of the role. If you’d like to have an informal conversation before applying, we’d be happy to speak with you.
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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!
Fundraising events helper
Our vision for volunteering
Volunteering is and always will be at the heart of Cats Protection. It is joyful and inclusive. As a charity, working in partnership, together we transform the lives of cats, people and communities.
The difference you will make to cats and people
As a charity we can continue to help cats and kittens in need thanks to the donations we receive at fundraising events from generous members of the public. Our fundraising event helpers have the exciting and varied role of helping at local fundraising events - such as cakes sales, barn dances, quiz nights – and everything in between!
You can expect us to
- make you feel welcome, included and respected in line with our values and behaviours
- support you in having a positive and impactful experience at Cats Protection
- cover agreed out-of-pocket expenses in line with our Expenses Policy
- provide you with access to learning, development and engagement opportunities
What we need from you
You’ll be:
· help set up and/or man stalls at events
· help on collection days like supermarket collections events or street collections
· help at fundraising events such as quiz nights, cake sales and dances
· promoting a professional image of Cats Protection at events
Time expectation
This role is really flexible! You could choose to volunteer at one event for a couple of hours or attend multiple fundraising events.
We’ll keep you up to date with upcoming local events where volunteers are needed. You’ll then be able to choose which events you’d like to volunteer at and how many hours you’d like to give. However much time you can give, your contribution will help raise much needed funds to continue the work of Cats Protection.
You may be just the volunteer we’ve been looking for!
We are committed to building a diverse, compassionate and inclusive organisation where everyone can be themselves and do their best. We are courageous and compassionate in our purpose of helping people see the world through cats’ eyes. Together, we can make a difference. Together, we are all for cats. Join the UK’s leading cat welfare charity and help make a better life for cats, because life is better with cats.
Applicants will be asked to complete and application and provide details for two references
Making a better life for cats, because life is better with cats


The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Using Anonymous Recruitment
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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!
Crossness Pumping Station (overseen by the Crossness Engines Trust) is a unique and valuable museum of UK and world reknown telling the history of how the ambitious management of sewage transformed London as a city of growth and innovation in the 1860s and helped eradicate cholera. Preserved and restored by a group of enthusiasts since 1987, we are now entering a second phase of major restoration and we need visionary trustees who can help us achieve it.
This role is one of three we have created for experts in their field to help us implement a major programme over the next 5-10 years. It really is your chance to be part of our history!
As well as the usual trustee roles (outlined in the role description attached) the specific skills needed for this role include:
Role Objectives
- Acting as lead expert on the Board in relation to fundraising (eg grant funding, legacy funding, onsite donations, but not commercial trading/visitor charges).
- Advising on good practice and regulatory and policy issues in charity fundraising.
- Identifying future fundraising prospects and working with volunteers to achieve these.
Responsibilities
- Work with a volunteer lead/team on identifying future funding sources from grant-making bodies.
- Develop a fundraising strategy with volunteers.
- Develop corporate fundraising targets with other trustees.
- Investigate legacy fundraising and other visitor/member/donor opportunities.
Candidate requirements
Essential
- Proven success in heritage or similar charity fundraising.
- Good knowledge of the standards required by the Institute of Fundraising.
- Ability to develop fundraising skills in volunteers.
- Good knowledge of relevant stakeholders in the fundraising community.
- Excellent communication skills including with staff and volunteers as well as fellow trustees.
- An understanding of the importance of collaboration and problem-solving.
- Confident and proficient in the use of MS Office 365.
- Commitment to attend board meetings regularly and volunteer for other sub-committees as appropriate.
- Able to devote around 2-3 hours per week on preparing for meetings.
- Treating colleagues with respect and politeness.
Desirable
- Experience in the charity sector.
- Experience as a volunteer in a similar organisation.
- Experience in Digital, Marketing and Finance would also be useful.
Crossness Engines Trust is committed to being an organisation that values diversity in its volunteers. Please complete the diversity monitoring form to help us become better.
Please submit a CV and covering letter (maximum 2 pages for each).
To conserve, for public benefit, the buildings, engines and surroundings of the Southern Outfall of Sir Joseph Bazalgette's Victorian sewer system.





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!
Often told you make a lovely cup of tea? We need your help!
We're looking for a friendly volunteer (or two!) to join us once a month at our Deansfield Court Saturday Social events to help make refreshments for all our lovely attendees.
We need helpers between 1.30pm - 3pm, but you'd be welcome to stay and enjoy the entertainment.
We'd like someone who's passionate, friendly and willing to help with serving refreshments. You just need to be able to talk to others and be a friendly face for those attending.
What will you be up to?
- You'll help set up by getting the cups ready and popping the kettle on.
- Making the all-important brews and beverages.
- And at the end of the event you'll make sure everything's washed, clean and tidy.
Due to the nature of the role supporting potentially vulnerable members of the community, you must be over the age of 18 if you are doing this on your own. We're happy to consider someone over 14 if they volunteer with a parent or guardian, who is over the age of 18.
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!
Fundraising events helper
Our vision for volunteering
Volunteering is and always will be at the heart of Cats Protection. It is joyful and inclusive. As a charity, working in partnership, together we transform the lives of cats, people and communities.
The difference you will make to cats and people
As a charity we can continue to help cats and kittens in need thanks to the donations we receive at fundraising events from generous members of the public. Our fundraising event helpers have the exciting and varied role of helping at local fundraising events - such as cakes sales, barn dances, quiz nights – and everything in between!
You can expect us to
- make you feel welcome, included and respected in line with our values and behaviours
- support you in having a positive and impactful experience at Cats Protection
- cover agreed out-of-pocket expenses in line with our Expenses Policy
- provide you with access to learning, development and engagement opportunities
What we need from you
You’ll be:
· help set up and/or man stalls at events
· help on collection days like supermarket collections events or street collections
· help at fundraising events such as quiz nights, cake sales and dances
· promoting a professional image of Cats Protection at events
Time expectation
This role is really flexible! You could choose to volunteer at one event for a couple of hours or attend multiple fundraising events.
We’ll keep you up to date with upcoming local events where volunteers are needed. You’ll then be able to choose which events you’d like to volunteer at and how many hours you’d like to give. However much time you can give, your contribution will help raise much needed funds to continue the work of Cats Protection.
You may be just the volunteer we’ve been looking for!
We are committed to building a diverse, compassionate and inclusive organisation where everyone can be themselves and do their best. We are courageous and compassionate in our purpose of helping people see the world through cats’ eyes. Together, we can make a difference. Together, we are all for cats. Join the UK’s leading cat welfare charity and help make a better life for cats, because life is better with cats.
Applicants will be asked to complete and application and provide details for two references
Making a better life for cats, because life is better with cats


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!
The Vacancies:
Emersons Green Village Hall is seeking to recruit a maximum of six new Trustees to its Board. We are particularly interested in hearing from you if you have professional experience of accountancy, banking, marketing or facilities management or if you attend activities or events at Emersons Green Village Hall.
Our Trustee vacancies are voluntary roles with a minimum time commitment of approximately two hours per month. Our Trustees attend our bi-monthly Board Meetings, which last up to two hours and are usually held on Tuesday evenings, and our AGM. Our Trustees may also support our Operational Staff between meetings if they wish to give more of their time and expertise. All meetings mentioned above are held via Teams or in-person at Emersons Green Village Hall. Our AGM is held in-person.
The Role of Trustee:
Trustees shape the strategic direction of our charity and are also its company directors. The role is an opportunity to make a difference in the voluntary sector and provides good experience of senior management. We are also happy to provide references for our Trustees upon request.
Please note that all Trustees must be aged 18 years or older.
About Emersons Green Village Hall:
Emersons Green Village Hall is a charity which runs the community centre with the same name. Our aim is to be at the heart of the community. We run our own events and activities and hire out our rooms.
How To Apply:
Please send your CV with contact details of two referees. While we do use LinkedIn, we will not accept your LinkedIn profile in lieu of your CV.
The first step is for our Company Secretary to show you around Emersons Green Village Hall and answer any questions about our operations and the building. If you wish to proceed with your application after your visit and discussion, the Chair of Trustees will take up your references. If these are satisfactory, the Chair will interview you. The Board will then discuss any candidates proposed by the Chair at our next Trustee Meeting and you will be notified of the outcome by the Chair.
Our Company Secretary will then arrange for successful candidates to complete the necessary paperwork, including a basic DBS Check, before starting their roles as Trustees. Please note that the Chair meets with all new Trustees at the commencement of their role, to ensure that they receive an appropriate induction.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Can you support our trust in its innovative approach? Do you share our values of inclusion, innovation & impact? Are you excited about Educational and Operational Excellence. Could you be an #EMATter? What would it mean for you?
What will you be doing?
EMAT needs a committed and enthusiastic trustee, with experience in holding senior leaders to account whilst sharing their professional experience and expertise. Our recent skills audit shows our board to have a broad and deep skill base and we are now looking to build upon that with colleagues that have specific interest and or experience in Equality, Diversity & Inclusion and / or Safeguarding.
Any new governance #EMATters will ideally be local to, or have strong links to Northamptonshire and / or Milton Keynes and will have capacity to attend at least 6 x 2 hour meetings in person at our central office in Grange Park (Hybrid attendance is available when necessary). We would particularly welcome those that have additional capacity to then attend opportunities throughout the academic year, to really get to know the trust, it's academies and all those that work and learn within them.
What are we looking for?
We would welcome applications from committed and enthusiastic members of our local community (Northamptonshire and Milton Keynes) who have a passion for education and opportunities for young people.
We are particularly interested in those with lived or professional experience of Equality, Diversity & Inclusion and / or Safeguarding. Previous experience of governance is not a pre-requisite but is welcomed.
Trustees must be confident to speak within a group and express their opinion and share their expertise.
What difference will you make?
As a member of our board you will support and shape our work and strategic direction, as well as help us achieve our purpose that every child will be the best that they can be.
In joining a well established and effective board you will contribute to supporting our trust in its innovative approach. We have exciting projects focusing on inclusion and equality, that will benefit from your experience as well as an ongoing cycle of continuing improvement and pursuit of Educational and Operational Excellence. Could you be an #EMATter? What would it mean for you?
Our trustees have a trust level responsibility but are strongly encouraged to network and interact with our local advisory boards so that they have a strong understanding of each of our academies when discussing and challenging finance, risk, safeguarding, teaching and learning and 'beyond the classroom' services.
Before you apply
Please express your interest through Reach in the first instance. We can then have an informal conversation, either in person or on teams about the role, before we ask you to complete an application form and our safer recruitment process.