Community volunteer roles in norwood, greater london
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Stepping Stones Learning and Leisure is a small, friendly charity based in Southwark, providing inclusive activities for adults with learning disabilities. We believe everyone should have the chance to express themselves, connect with others, and take part in activities that bring joy, confidence, and new skills.
We’re currently looking for a Drama Volunteer to support our weekly drama group on Friday afternoons, held at St Faith’s Centre, Red Post Hill, SE24 9JQ (close to North Dulwich and Herne Hill stations).
About the Role
This role is ideal for someone with a background or strong interest in drama, theatre or performance. You’ll support our Drama Tutor to deliver inclusive and engaging drama sessions for a small group of adults with learning disabilities. Each year, the group works towards a production which is performed at our end-of-year Summer Show, making this a fun, creative, and rewarding volunteering opportunity.
As a Drama Volunteer, you will:
- Assist the tutor in planning and running weekly drama activities
- Encourage and support learners during rehearsals and performances
- Help with setting up props, costumes and resources for sessions
- Offer 1:1 or small group support where needed to help participants engage
- Help build a warm, inclusive atmosphere where everyone feels safe to express themselves
What You’ll Gain
Volunteering with us is a chance to:
- Gain hands-on experience in drama facilitation and inclusive practice
- Contribute to a creative and meaningful community project
- Feel the joy of supporting learners to grow in confidence and express themselves
- Experience working with adults with learning disabilities in a supportive setting
- Develop skills in teamwork, adaptability, communication, and creative problem-solving
- Have a place in a welcoming and friendly team of tutors, staff and volunteers
What We’re Looking For
You don’t need to be a professional actor or drama teacher, just someone who is enthusiastic about drama and passionate about inclusion. We especially value:
- A background or interest in drama, theatre, or performance
- Good communication and a warm, encouraging approach
- Enthusiasm, patience, and a willingness to get involved
- A non-judgemental and inclusive mindset
- Reliability and commitment, especially in the lead-up to the summer show
- Flexibility to support a creative, sometimes unpredictable environment
Prior to volunteering, we ask all volunteers to:
- Attend an induction meeting
- Provide two references
- Complete a DBS check (we will arrange this)
- Commit to volunteering one session per week for 3 x 10 week terms throughout the year. For continuity for our service users, we ask that you commit to volunteer for a minimum of a year with us.
To apply, please send your CV and answer the following questions (these will come up when you hit "Apply"):
Why would you like to volunteer with the drama group at Stepping Stones?
What drama or performance experience do you have (formal or informal)?
What strengths or values would you bring to this role?
Empowering adults with learning disabilities to lead fulfilling, connected lives through opportunities shaped by their ideas and aspirations.
Do you envisage a world free from animal suffering?
Do you want to use your time to help end the abuse of animals raised for food? If so, we'd love for you to join our volunteer community!
Why join The Humane League?
We exist to end the abuse of animals raised for food. We do this through delivering corporate-focused and legislative campaigns, demanding better animal welfare with an effective and pragmatic approach. You will help power our campaigns and make change happen.
The actions you take will play a vital role in opening the eyes of the general public to the truth of factory farming and place vital pressure onto our corporate targets. Your contributions will help reduce animal suffering and bring an end to the worst and most widespread abuse of animals raised for food.
We are currently looking for new volunteers to join us, especially in the following locations:
- Bristol
- Glasgow
- Hampshire
- Leeds
- London
- Manchester
- Oxford
- Sheffield
As a Campaign Volunteer, you will help us achieve change for animals by:
- Joining in-person events locally and nationally
- Including peaceful protests, public outreach and social meet-ups
- Events are organised by your local Grassroots Organiser or THL staff
- Travel and food expenses are available, to ensure as many people can attend as possible
- Taking part in campaign actions from home
- This may include writing emails and letters, making phone calls to companies, connecting with your MP and taking social media actions
- In addition to this, you can order leaflets and stickers to distribute locally for awareness raising
- And much more!
This flexible and rewarding role is perfect for those looking to make a difference for farmed animals but without a strict time commitment. Around 4-6 hours a month is the average for this role, depending on how much you choose to get involved with.
No prior experience is required, just a passion and drive to make a difference to animals. Whether you're retired, working full time, a student, or somewhere in between - we would love to welcome you.
Join today to start taking action and help us move forward, step by step, to a kinder world free from animal suffering.
PLEASE NOTE: we aim to get you started within 1 week of your application so please ensure this is the right time for you to onboard with us!
Disclaimer:
The Humane League UK is committed to building a diverse, equitable and inclusive team. We are an equal opportunities organisation and welcome volunteer applications from all people, regardless of their race, sex, age, religion, disability, neurodiversity, orientation, gender identity or expression. We particularly encourage those currently under-represented in the animal movement to join our team – individuals who are Black, Indigenous or People of the Global Majority, a person who is differently abled, and people who are LGBTQIA+.
We endeavour to make all our events and activities as inclusive as possible, with accessibility at the forefront of our minds - not as an afterthought.
If you prefer to apply in another way, or you have alternative requirements you’d like to discuss, please don’t hesitate to contact us.
We exist to end the abuse of animals raised for food

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Family for Every Child, est. 2014, is a unique and innovative model of collaboration. We seek Trustees ready to do things differently and challenge conventional approaches to social impact across 51 local organisations in 40 countries.
What will you be doing?
You would be joining our International Board at an exciting time, as we implement our new strategy, build on our campaigns and broaden our advocacy to mobilise greater support and achieve change. Our vision is a world in which children and families everywhere have access to the support they need to survive and thrive. Our mission is to make that happen through research, knowledge exchange, campaigning and humanitarian responses. Our model is based on local leadership at all levels and we are committed to a journey to decolonise the way we work. We are registered as a charity under the Charity Commission for England and Wales and have two subsidiaries registered in New Zealand and in the US.
Our Board is unique in comprising Trustees from national member CSOs alongside co-opted Trustees. Our Board receives guidance on strategy from our General Assembly made up of all our members. This means that our Board and governance processes are truly representative of our democratic principles.
What are we looking for?
Our Board is unique in comprising Trustees from national member CSOs alongside co-opted Trustees. Our Board receives guidance on strategy from our General Assembly made up of all our members. This means that our Board and governance processes are truly representative of our democratic principles.
We are looking for a Trustee bringing experience of two or more of these key capabilities :
- High level networking for fundraising or policy change
- Digital strategy/innovation
- Income Generation
- Global advocacy
- Global employment
- Legal
Experience in complying with the Charity Commission for England and Wales or similar bodies’ regulations is desirable.
We welcome responses from individuals who perform best in agile environments, bringing curiosity and connections to enrich the Board in shaping our direction and overseeing our delivery of impact. Your experience and connections will be crucial in helping us sustainably grow our network of supporters and funders to future proof Family For Every Child’s voice for children.
All Trustees need to have the following:
- Passion for delivering social change for families and children
- Willing to bring disruptive thinking and challenge to discussions.
- Committed to decolonising international development and instead achieving democratic, equitable collaboration.
- Understanding of the legal duties, responsibilities and liabilities of Trustees of a UK charity.
- Acceptance of these duties, responsibilities and liabilities, and a commitment to operate within them.
- Interest in local and/or international not for profit sectors
- Good independent judgement and the ability to operate at a strategic level
- An ability and willingness to work as a part of a team and to support the staff team.
- Understanding and empathy with Family for Every Child’s vision, mission, values and beliefs.
Desirable, but not essential requirements:
- We especially welcome those whose own lived experience resonates with our Vision and Mission.
- We are looking for individuals who can connect us with people who will help us take forward our mission be that policy makers, donors, or strategic partners, as we look to grow both our impact and our reach.
- Experience of working with a Board.
What difference will you make?
As local practitioners, we provide direct support every day to children and families in our communities, based on our frontline knowledge of the changes that are needed. We are committed to local leaders being in the driving seat, influencing policy and practice at local, national, regional, and international levels.
- As an alliance - we use this local insight to inform research, practice exchange, campaigning and humanitarian responses. These lead to change nationally, regionally and globally.
- Research - we gather and analyse evidence to discover and develop better ways to help children and families to live well.
- Knowledge exchange - we maximise the reach of solutions that have been shown to work so they can be used to support even more children and families.
- Campaigning - we influence and inspire others to take action for children and families worldwide. For more information about our work and our members, please visit our website
- Digital Impact - we have embraced the opportunities with digital technology to achieve greater reach and impact. Our digital platform Changemakers for Children is the largest online collaborative space for practitioners working on child wellbeing with over 4,000 users. Our Virtual Gallery is a powerful tool for children and young people to share their perspectives and call for change.
Before you apply
We welcome applications from everyone, regardless of age, gender, ethnicity, sexual orientation, faith or disability. Family’s Board is international, we wish to continue to strengthen representation of different cultures and world views. We are hoping to appoint a Trustee who will enrich our Governance and progress impact by bringing different perspectives and experiences, reflecting our global alliance.
If you believe this is an opportunity you can commit your time to fulfil and enjoy the challenge of our embracing our innovation in social impact please provide a cover letter detailing why you are interested in this role and your relevant experience. Please apply through Reach in the first instance.
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Climate and nature are urgent, motivating issues, so we attract great volunteers. We want to fulfil our potential by making sure we get the best out of our fantastic people and all the future ones we attract by keeping them happy and active. That is the role.
What will you be doing?
EcoCounts is a group of volunteers working together to embody EcoCore’s approach to the climate crisis. EcoCore covers a lot of ground because the climate and biodiversity crisis is so all-encompassing, which means we have a lot of varied and different volunteer tasks available, ranging from carbon footprint data collection, setting up sub-teams of friends or colleagues or doing social media or running workshops.
Your responsibilities would be to create volunteer tasks from our work streams, which would include things like:
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creating a role description for each volunteer task to give a good outline of everything required and expected
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keeping track of what volunteers are active on
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encouraging and inspiring volunteers to deliver on commitments
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creating an incentives or rewards framework for volunteers, potentially working with supporting businesses to agree on gift vouchers, tokens etc
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managing a small budget
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building up a social network with events, collaborations and other inputs
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using our social media accounts to advertise, to celebrate achievements etc
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help other directors, trustees & secretary keep reporting, stats, and feedback on activities up-to-date
Goals
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Our 2025 target is 100 people doing their carbon footprints
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We’re looking for 20 coordinators
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We have about a dozen volunteering roles to fill beyond the two above
What are we looking for?
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You should be a people-person with experience of managing people. You should be happy to put in the time and effort communicating with the volunteers both all-together and individually in a way that gets the best results from them.
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Personal change is only one of the five ways that we can change society - we don't focus on personal change alone, we want to change our community, our local businesses and our local government.
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You should check out our manifesto on the About page to make sure you agree with the ways we advocate for the way forward in the climate crisis – are you happy what we suggest is one of the best approaches?
What difference will you make?
Society has got itself into a dangerous situation with the climate crisis and EcoCounts aims to create a way out. We need all sorts of different people, not just climate nerds and sustainability fanatics, although of course that doesn't hurt. The person we need right now is someone who knows what people need to keep them happy and effective as a volunteer for us.
Being a volunteer-based organisation at this stage still, that might make the volunteer chief of staff the most important person we have. Of course we all consider each other equal. Being small and dynamic means EcoCounts can offer the flexibility for you to do an excellent and fulfilling job.
Rewards
Once you have found your feet, we can offer references, recommendations or certifications on any of the public platforms that we use, like Linkedin and Reach Volunteer. We are also building a social network and plans for regular events, so we hope you will also find our group socially rewarding.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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CAT FOSTERER
Cat Fosterer (Guildford & Epsom)
We’re looking for cat-loving volunteers to play a vital role in helping us improve the wellbeing of the cats in our care whilst they wait to be rehomed. Can you help them by providing a calm and caring home whilst we find their purrfect forever home?
Overview of the opportunity
As a cat fosterer, you would be supporting the RSPCA in providing our cats with the safety of your home whilst tending to their welfare needs such as feeding and grooming. In addition to this, by providing a temporary loving environment, you will play a crucial role in a cat’s wellbeing and socialisation, which will significantly improve their chances of successful rehoming.
Once everything is in place, the Guildford & Epsom Branch will guide you through the fostering process and ensure that you have all the necessary equipment, food, and veterinary care for your fostered cat. The RSPCA is also happy to reimburse any other pre-agreed expenses that you may incur through volunteering for us.
Whilst our cats are in your foster care, you will:
- Provide them with care, suitable housing, and a safe environment as per our policies and guidelines.
- Feed, water, and groom them in line with our advice.
- Transport them to any veterinary appointments if required.
- Provide them with your time and patience.
- Help us spread the word about the cats in your care so they might find their forever home quicker.
- Playing and cuddles are also a must!
What we are looking for in a volunteer Cat Fosterer
- Volunteers aged 18 or over who have had plenty of experience caring for cats.
- Fostering experience is beneficial but not essential as training is provided.
- For their wellbeing, our cats need to be kept in a separate room, so the whole family should be on board.
- Any existing pets or animals need to have been spayed/neutered (some medical reasons may mean they cannot be so, please let us know if this is the case).
What we can offer you as a volunteer Cat Fosterer
- You will be making a massive difference to the welfare of the cats in your care.
- Join a community which will enable you to meet new people and make new friends.
- Learning new skills through our comprehensive induction and fostering training programme.
- Enhance your CV by adding your volunteering experience and newly acquired skills.
It is worth mentioning that our cats do have different needs as whilst some are ready for rehoming others may require rehabilitation or ongoing medication. Therefore, we also aim to understand your situation and circumstances to ensure that we match you with your perfect foster cat.
PLEASE ONLY APPLY FOR THE ABOVE VACANCY IF YOU LIVE IN THE UK
Our voluntary roles are subject to an informal interview and trial period. We will ask you to provide contact details for two referees, and dependant on the position, you may need to sign an agreement and undergo specific training before starting the role.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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Why we want you
Prison in reach volunteers support members of the Armed Forces community who are in prison. They make a real difference by providing essential support during these incredibly difficult times.
Our volunteers work closely with veterans in custody support officers, attending veteran forums, and offering one to one support, including making applications for financial assistance. We also connect clients with organisations, to help support pathways for positive change.
Come and join our team! We value all our volunteers and the unique skills and experience they bring.
We are keen to increase volunteer diversity, especially from under-represented groups such as young people, those of working age and individuals from minoritised groups.
What you will be doing
- Attend group forums for veterans within the prison environment.
- Complete individual assessments and complete one to one personalised support for veterans within the prison environment, which includes casework.
- Promote the services available to family members.
- Establish an agreement around the rate of visits with the VCJS team and the prison.
- Record the support offered to veterans accordingly and appropriately.
- Complete monitoring reports.
The skills you need
- Be over 21.
- Have a good level of fitness to able to move around a prison quickly - including stairs.
- Excellent listening skills.
- Awareness of boundaries and confidentiality.
- Good written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to communicate effectively with a range of people, including prison staff, other agencies, SSAFA colleagues and clients.
- Positive, committed and non-judgemental. Non-judgemental and empathetic attitude.
- Good IT skills.
- An enhanced DBS check is required for this role. Individual prisons will determine if they authorise individuals to be based in their facilities based on security considerations. Security Vetting by His Majesty’s Prison Service is often required. For further discussion, please get in touch.
- You will need to declare potential conflicts of interest, for example any family connection with the prison.
What's in it for you
- Full training provided with regular ongoing support.
- You gain criminal justice sector experience and build your CV.
- You can make a real difference to the lives of Veterans who are in the justice system.
Disclaimer
SSAFA is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of all those involved in our work and expects volunteers to share this commitment. This role qualifies for a criminal record check, which will be carried out at no cost for you. If you have a criminal record, it won't necessarily stop you becoming a volunteer. Please read our Volunteer Vetting Guidance for more information.
Our vision A society in which the Armed Forces, veterans and their families can thrive.

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Family Lives was formed over forty years ago by volunteers with the aim of ensuring that all parents had somewhere to turn before they reach crisis point.
We know that the right support at the right time makes all the difference.
Family Lives provides targeted early intervention and crisis support to families who are struggling.
Purpose of the role:
To be part of a flexible team providing empathic, caring and informed support to families, carers and others who use our services.
Our volunteers take calls from parents and carers on a wide range of subjects, whether that might be issues around separation and divorce, isolation, depression, bullying and abuse, dealing with behavioural problems, etc. You can find out more about our services on our website. We are a national service with home-based call takers county wide and a call centre in Old Hatfield Hertfordshire.
Once trained volunteers sign up for a weekly 4-hour shift comprising 3 hours ‘online’ followed by a debrief session with your supervisor which can last around half to one hour.
We recruit volunteers with a range of backgrounds and experiences though we ask that volunteers have experience of parenting or working with children and young people, are good listeners and have a willingness to learn. Being remote it will be very important that you have a PC/laptop, plug in headset with microphone, good Wi-Fi and a private place to work from home. You need to be a UK resident.
Our volunteers often tell us how rewarding their time with us is.
You'll be part of a compassionate community and feel a real sense of pride for what you do. You'll meet new people, gain valuable experience, and develop your skillset. We're passionate about helping people to reach their full potential, so we'll offer you full training suitable for the role, supervision from a named member of staff, including help setting personal development goals, and opportunities to increase skills and input into practice via regular Practice Development Groups.
Our training programme is excellent and will give you the opportunity to develop the skills needed to offer empathic support and guidance to callers whatever their circumstances; all shifts are overseen by a regular shift supervisor who provides ongoing remote support.
We ask our volunteers to make a commitment of 1 year (with time off for holidays), obviously we understand that circumstances sometimes make that an impossibility but can be helpful to know at the outset that is the general expectation.
We have remote call taker training sessions that run over five sessions and is done remotely connecting you via a Microsoft Teams link. Our next training is starting in September 2025.
Module One = Tues 16th Sept
Module Two = Wed 24th Sept
Module Three = Weds 1st Oct
Module Four = Weds 8th Oct
Module Five = Wed 15th Oct
10am to 2pm
You would need to be able to attend all five sessions and be available on four occasions to listen into calls, this can be organised remotely. If you are unable to attend the training however are interested, please do apply as we run training throughout the year.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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Job Purpose
One Place London is a community interest company located in West London engaged in Acting for Film and Music Recording workshops for young people aged 14-25, unemployed or at risk of getting involved in crime. We are looking for an experienced HR Officer to join the team. The primary purpose of this role is to support the Managing Director facilitate the smooth running of our human resources function, including onboarding new employees, managing the HR systems and assisting with some aspects of payroll and employee benefits.
Whilst specific legal training is not required, solid HR legal knowledge will be advantageous.
This role would suit someone keen to develop their functional expertise in HR and gain exposure to the breadth of operational functions
Main Duties & Responsibilities
- recruiting new staff
- making sure that staff get paid correctly and on time
- managing pensions and benefits administration
- approving job descriptions and advertisements
- looking after the health, safety and welfare of all employees
- organising staff training
- monitoring staff performance and attendance
- advising line managers and other employees on employment law and the employer's own employment policies and procedures
- ensuring candidates have the right to work at the organisation
- advising on disciplinary and employee performance problems
- negotiating salaries, contracts, working conditions and redundancy packages with staff and trade union representatives.
Person Specification & Key Competencies
Qualifications and Experience:
· Proven track record in a generalist HR role, no formal qualifications required
Essential Experience
• Experience working in the human resources function of a growing charitable
organisation necessary but not essential.
• Experience in building relationships internally and externally.
• Experience in coordinating targeted recruitment and selection campaigns aligned with
organisational objectives.
Passion for life-long learning and dedication to employee health and wellbeing.
• Energy, enthusiasm and ability to manage a diverse workload.
• Supports and champions the vision, mission and values of One Place London CIC.
• Ability to work flexibly, according to role and service requirements.
• Sensitivity and discretion when dealing with sensitive and confidential data
• Be able to work accurately, with good attention to detail
Essential Skills & Knowledge
• Reliability and discretion: you will often learn of confidential matters
• Adaptability and pragmatism
• Excellent communication and relationship-building skills
• Organisational & problem-solving skills
• IT skills
• Initiative and attention to detail.
• Right to work in the UK
• Commitment to the organisation's principles and willingness to work within policies
and guidelines.
Desirable Skills & Knowledge
• Knowledge of employment law including charity-specific requirements.
• Payroll and benefits knowledge.
• Working towards a CIPD qualification but not essential.
Benefits
• Career progression opportunities
• Flexible/Agile Working, Hourly pay rate during the workshops on a Contract/ Self-Employed basis.
• Employee Assistance Programme to support employees.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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Providing a confidential non-judgemental listening ear to Residents and Staff. Supporting those wishing to develop their spiritual journey from a Christian perspective. The role will be based across one of our hostels in Watford, Borehamwood, Bishop's Stortford, Welwyn Garden City, Hatfield or High Wycombe,
Activities include:
- Proactively engaging with Residents and staff to build safe relationships and trust
- Offering a ‘listening ear’ to all and giving emotional support
- Sensitively discerning when to offer prayer and support from a Christian perspective, and when to use faith based language
- Be inclusive and welcoming to people of all religious faiths and none, referring people to other faith communities as appropriate
- Working alongside support staff, volunteers & local agencies
- Maintaining records of support and feeding back concerns about Resident welfare to Staff/Line Manager.
- Attend regular volunteer team meetings
- Being proactive in seeking spiritual and emotional support for your own benefit as this is a challenging role.
Additional activities could include:
- Facilitating group work for example: Retreat Programme, Bible Study, prayer or Mental Health Support.
- Welcoming new Residents by phone or in person
- Leading or helping with Chaplaincy lead events: Easter/Christmas activities, Remembrance Services
- Being an ambassador for YMCA’s mission in local Churches
Skills/Qualities/Experience:
- Be a good and active listener who can support others
- Be of a friendly, welcoming and cheerful disposition
- Self-motivated, reliable and punctual
- Sensitivity and courage to care for people experiencing a range of distressing situations including: grief, trauma, poor mental health, substance misuse, suicidal thoughts.
- A commitment to your own spiritual development
- A good understanding of the Christian faith, as well as some understanding of other faith traditions
- Ability to use both faith and non-faith based language, as appropriate
- Good communication skills in English; in person & over the phone
- A willingness to learn new things and get stuck in
- Ability to maintain confidentiality
- Ability to work as part of a team
- Respect the Christian ethos of the YMCA and uphold its values
- Always be prepared to give an answer to everyone who asks you to give the reason for the hope that you have
Training Support:
- A full induction to the service and specific site will be provided
- A one day ‘Chaplaincy Essentials’ training, plus a menu of additional training will be made available
- Online training: Safeguarding (Adults & Young People), Fire Awareness, Manual Handling
- Ongoing support and regular 1:1 meetings with your line-manager
- Team meetings and social events
- Mileage and expenses may be payable
You will need 2 x references and a DBS (we will apply for and fund this).
One YMCA's mission is to create supportive and energizing communities where young people can belong, contribute, and thrive.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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Animal Fosterer
As an animal fosterer, you would be supporting the RSPCA in providing either our cats, rabbits, guinea pigs, or other small furries with the safety of your home whilst tending to their welfare needs such as feeding and grooming. In addition to this, by providing a temporary loving environment, you will play a crucial role in their wellbeing and socialisation, which will significantly improve their chances of successful rehoming.
Once everything is in place, the animal center will guide you through the fostering process and ensure that you have all the necessary equipment, food, and veterinary care for your foster. The RSPCA is also happy to reimburse any other pre-agreed expenses that you may incur through volunteering for us.
Whilst our animals are in your foster care, you will:
- Provide them with care, suitable housing, and a safe environment as per our policies and guidelines.
- Feed, water, and groom them in line with our advice.
- Transport them to any veterinary appointments if required.
- Provide them with your time and patience.
- Help us spread the word about the animals in your care so they might find their forever home quicker.
- Playing and cuddles are also a must!
What we are looking for in a volunteer Fosterer
- Volunteers aged 18 or over who have had plenty of experience caring for animals.
- Fostering experience is beneficial but not essential as training is provided.
- For their wellbeing, the whole family should be on board with fostering an animal.
- Any existing pets or animals need to have been spayed/neutered (some medical reasons may mean they cannot be so, please let us know if this is the case).
- You will need to live in our branches area.
- You will need to be able to pick up supplies from our office in Eastcote and transport animals to the vets for routine and emergency appointments.
What we can offer you as a volunteer Fosterer
- You will be making a massive difference to the welfare of the animals in your care.
- Join a community which will enable you to meet new people and make new friends.
- Learning new skills through our comprehensive induction and fostering training programme.
- Enhance your CV by adding your volunteering experience and newly acquired skills.
It is worth mentioning that our animals do have different needs as whilst some are ready for rehoming others may require rehabilitation or ongoing medication. Therefore, we also aim to understand your situation and circumstances to ensure that we match you with your perfect foster animal.
Join us in making a real difference to the lives of animals in need
Our voluntary roles are subject to an informal interview and trial period. We will ask you to provide contact details for two referees, and dependent on the position, you may need to sign an agreement and undergo specific training before starting the role.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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About QuilomboUK
QuilomboUK is a pioneering organisation committed to advancing diversity, equity, inclusion (D&I), and social justice. Through our People First philosophy, we foster workplaces where every voice is heard and valued. Join our remote team to amplify our mission through strategic, inclusive communication that drives engagement, equity, and belonging.
Role Overview
As the Specialist: Talent Communications, you will shape QuilomboUK’s narrative by designing and delivering impactful internal communications and HR marketing strategies. You’ll craft compelling messaging for talent initiatives (e.g., D&I, wellbeing, performance) and lead the creation of employee newsletters, alumni engagement, and employer branding campaigns. This role is ideal for a creative storyteller passionate about using communication as a tool for social justice and organisational change.
Key Responsibilities:
Internal Communication Strategy
- Develop and execute a comprehensive internal communication strategy that aligns with HR and business objectives, ensuring clarity, consistency, and cultural relevance.
- Partner with HR, leadership, and cross-functional teams to communicate talent priorities (e.g., DE&I goals, wellbeing programs, performance frameworks).
- Use data-driven insights to refine communication channels for maximum engagement in a remote environment.
Content Creation & Distribution
- Design and distribute monthly newsletters for professionals and alumni ambassadors, highlighting key updates, success stories, and social justice initiatives.
- Create visually engaging content (e.g., infographics, videos, podcasts) to promote talent programs, ensuring accessibility for diverse audiences.
- Maintain an editorial calendar to prioritise timely, mission-aligned messaging.
Talent Initiative Messaging
- Craft clear, inclusive messaging for HR campaigns (e.g., anti-racism training, mental health resources, recognition programs) to drive awareness and participation.
- Embed social justice principles into all communications, ensuring language reflects QuilomboUK’s values and amplifies marginalised voices.
- Develop toolkits for managers to cascade key messages effectively across teams.
HR Marketing & Employer Branding
- Collaborate with the Talent Acquisition team to design an HR marketing strategy that enhances QuilomboUK’s employer brand and attracts diverse talent.
- Produce content for careers pages, social media, and recruitment campaigns that highlight our culture, D&I commitments, and employee stories.
- Analyse retention and engagement metrics to refine messaging that supports talent retention.
D&I Integration
- Ensure all communications reflect QuilomboUK’s DE&I goals, using inclusive language and imagery.
- Partner with ERGs (Employee Resource Groups) to co-create content celebrating diverse identities and perspectives.
- Lead initiatives to educate employees on equity topics through targeted campaigns (e.g., cultural awareness months, disability inclusion).
Qualifications
- Experience: 3+ years in internal communications, HR marketing, or content creation, preferably in DE&I-focused or mission-driven organisations.
- Skills:
- Exceptional copywriting and storytelling abilities for diverse formats (newsletters, scripts, social media).
- Proficiency in design tools (e.g., Canva, Adobe Creative Suite) and communication platforms (e.g., Google Chat).
- Strong stakeholder management skills, with the ability to influence leaders and collaborate across teams.
- Knowledge:
- Understanding of DE&I communication best practices and trauma-informed messaging.
- Familiarity with employer branding strategies and talent lifecycle touchpoints.
- Alignment: Passionate about QuilomboUK’s mission and the role of communication in driving equity.
Personal Attributes
- A creative visionary who balances innovation with cultural sensitivity.
- Empathetic listener who translates complex ideas into relatable, actionable content.
- Detail-oriented organiser who thrives in a fast-paced, remote environment.
- Advocate for inclusive language and accessible communication design.
Why Join QuilomboUK?
- Impact: Shape narratives that advance social justice and employee belonging.
- Creativity: Experiment with multimedia storytelling in a values-driven environment.
- Culture: Join a collaborative team where authenticity and courage are celebrated.
- Flexibility: Remote work with autonomy and opportunities for growth.
The Professional Development Programme with Quilombo UK is a 16-week UNPAID opportunity that requires a minimum commitment of 12 hours per week, Monday to Friday.
QUILOMBO UK is dedicated to fostering an inclusive workplace environment that values diversity and promotes equality for all employees. As part of our commitment to upholding these principles, we adhere to the guidelines outlined in the Equality Act 2010. We firmly believe in creating a workplace where all individuals are respected and treated fairly. Discrimination of any kind will not be tolerated.
Amplify voices. Ignite change. #CommunicateForJustice #PeopleFirst #InclusiveStorytelling
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!
As a member of the Finance, Audit and Risk (FA&R) Committee, you will be expected to provide FFL with scrutiny and oversight, with particular focus on risk within audit & finance. You will support the Co-Chairs of the FA&R and The Foundation ’ s Co-Chairs and wider Board to oversee all the financial and audit-related risks of the charity in line with good practice, and legal obligations of the Charities Act, providing the wider board with advice, recommendations and reassurances that all financial processes and related risk controls are operating effectively. The Finance & Risk Trustee will ensure that effective risks for financial sustainability, measures, controls and procedures are put in place and operate effectively. You will be expected to be an active board member and may also be asked to use your skill set, interests and wider stakeholder contacts for other duties such as networking, fundraising and charity promotion/ambassadorial commitments
Foundation for Future London is an independent charity with a strategic focus on arts, culture and heritage as a catalyst.





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Position Overview:
The Programme Coordinator provides critical administrative and logistical support to ensure the smooth operation of the employability and skills development programme. As the first point of contact for participants, this role focuses on managing inquiries, maintaining records, coordinating schedules, and facilitating seamless communication between participants, trainers, and stakeholders. The Programme Coordinator plays a vital role in ensuring participants feel supported and programme activities are delivered efficiently.
Key Responsibilities:
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Participant Engagement & Support:
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Serve as the primary contact for participants, responding to inquiries via phone, email, or in person, and providing guidance on programme logistics, enrollment, and resources.
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Manage participant registration, onboarding, and attendance tracking for workshops, training sessions, and events.
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Administrative Coordination:
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Maintain accurate and up-to-date participant records, including personal details, progress updates, and post-programme employment outcomes, ensuring compliance with data protection policies.
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Schedule and coordinate meetings, training sessions, and stakeholder events, including room bookings, material preparation, and calendar management.
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Documentation & Reporting:
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Prepare and distribute programme-related materials, such as handbooks, training agendas, and certificates of completion.
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Assist in compiling data for reports on participant engagement, attendance, and feedback to support programme evaluation.
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Logistics & Communication:
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Manage programme logistics, including training materials, technology setups, and participant resources.
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Draft and send routine communications (e.g., reminders, updates) to participants, trainers, and partners.
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Compliance & Record-Keeping:
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Ensure all participant files and programme documentation adhere to organisational policies and grant requirements.
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Support audit processes by maintaining organised participant consent forms, evaluations, and feedback records.
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Required Qualifications:
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Education: A high school diploma is required; an associate’s or bachelor’s degree in administration, communications, social sciences, or a related field is preferred.
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Experience:
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1–2 years in administrative support, customer service, or programme coordination, preferably in education, non-profits, or workforce development.
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Experience managing high-volume inquiries and maintaining detailed records.
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Skills:
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Exceptional organisational skills with the ability to prioritise tasks in a fast-paced environment.
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Strong verbal and written communication skills, with a customer-service-oriented approach.
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Proficiency in Google products (Forms, Docs, Sheets, Slides) and familiarity with databases or CRM systems.
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Attention to detail and commitment to accuracy in data entry and reporting.
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The Professional Development Programme with Quilombo UK is a 16-week UNPAID opportunity that requires a minimum commitment of 12 hours per week, Monday to Friday.
QUILOMBO UK is dedicated to fostering an inclusive workplace environment that values diversity and promotes equality for all employees. As part of our commitment to upholding these principles, we adhere to the guidelines outlined in the Equality Act 2010. We firmly believe in creating a workplace where all individuals are respected and treated fairly. Discrimination of any kind will not be tolerated.
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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 QuilomboUK
QuilomboUK is a pioneering organisation dedicated to advancing diversity, equity, inclusion (D&I), and social justice. We champion a People First approach, embedding fairness and belonging into every aspect of our operations. As we grow, we seek a strategic leader to guide our Talent Advisory team in shaping equitable workplaces and empowering employees to thrive.
Role Overview
As the Manager: Talent Advisory, you will lead the Talent Advisory team (including Talent Advisors and Administrators) to deliver high-impact HR solutions that align with QuilomboUK’s mission and business goals. You’ll oversee the development of HR policies, advise leadership on complex employee relations (ER) and performance matters, and drive initiatives to enhance retention, engagement, and compliance. This role combines strategic oversight with hands-on leadership, ensuring our People & Culture practices reflect our commitment to social justice and equity.
Key ResponsibilitiesHR Strategy & Policy Development
- Design, implement, and refine HR policies, procedures, and frameworks that align with QuilomboUK’s values and legal requirements.
- Partner with the Director of People & Culture to integrate D&I and social justice principles into all talent processes.
- Stay ahead of HR trends and best practices, adapting strategies to meet evolving organisational needs.
Talent Advisory & Employee Relations
- Act as a trusted advisor to senior leadership on complex ER issues, performance management, and workforce planning.
- Resolve high-risk employee concerns with fairness, empathy, and adherence to labour laws.
- Lead investigations into grievances or misconduct, ensuring equitable outcomes and minimal organisational risk.
Team Leadership & Development
- Manage, mentor, and develop the Talent Advisory team, fostering a culture of collaboration, innovation, and accountability.
- Set clear performance expectations and provide regular feedback to ensure alignment with departmental and organisational goals.
- Promote continuous learning within the team, particularly in areas of D&I, social justice, and equitable HR practices.
Engagement & Retention
- Partner with the People & Culture team to design programs that boost employee engagement, retention, and belonging.
- Analyse turnover data and exit interviews to identify trends and recommend proactive solutions.
- Champion recognition initiatives that celebrate contributions aligned with QuilomboUK’s mission.
Compliance & Risk Management
- Ensure HR practices comply with employment laws, regulations, and internal equity standards.
- Mitigate organisational risk through robust documentation, audits, and training on HR policies.
- Lead compliance reporting and address gaps proactively.
D&I Integration
- Embed diversity, equity, and inclusion into talent lifecycle processes (e.g., hiring, promotions, succession planning).
- Advise leaders on creating inclusive team environments and addressing systemic inequities.
- Collaborate with stakeholders to advance external social justice partnerships and initiatives.
Qualifications
- Experience: 5+ years in HR management, with expertise in employee relations, policy development, and team leadership. Prior experience in mission-driven or D&I-focused organisations is a plus.
- Skills:
- Strong knowledge of UK employment law and HR best practices.
- Proven ability to resolve complex ER cases with diplomacy and cultural sensitivity.
- Excellent stakeholder management, coaching, and decision-making skills.
- Proficiency in HRIS systems and data-driven decision-making.
- Knowledge: Deep understanding of D&I frameworks, social justice principles, and workforce planning strategies.
- Alignment: Passionate about QuilomboUK’s mission and values, with a track record of advocating for equity.
Personal Attributes
- A confident leader who inspires trust and fosters psychological safety within teams.
- Strategic thinker with the ability to balance organisational priorities and employee needs.
- Resilient problem-solver who navigates ambiguity with grace.
- Unwavering commitment to fairness, inclusion, and amplifying marginalised voices.
Why Join QuilomboUK?
- Impact: Lead a team that directly shapes equitable workplaces and social justice outcomes.
- Innovation: Drive cutting-edge HR practices in a growing, mission-driven organisation.
- Culture: Join a collaborative, values-led environment where your voice matters.
- Development: Access to mentorship, training, and opportunities for career growth.
The Professional Development Programme with Quilombo UK is a 16-week UNPAID opportunity that requires a minimum commitment of 12 hours per week, Monday to Friday.
QUILOMBO UK is dedicated to fostering an inclusive workplace environment that values diversity and promotes equality for all employees. As part of our commitment to upholding these principles, we adhere to the guidelines outlined in the Equality Act 2010. We firmly believe in creating a workplace where all individuals are respected and treated fairly. Discrimination of any kind will not be tolerated.
Help us build workplaces where everyone belongs. #TalentWithPurpose #SocialJustice #InclusiveLeadership
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Thirtyone:eight, the UK’s leading Independent Christian Safeguarding charity, is looking for an IT volunteer to assist our System Support. They will support the IT team by enhancing and supporting existing PowerApps for reliability and performance, conducting unit testing and end-to-end testing, coordinating with end users for User Acceptance Testing and user training, and writing documentation such as user guides.
Specific Responsibilities
- Triage support calls in internal ticketing system
- Provide first line of support including answering customer support calls
- Work to functional specifications provided by the Senior Developers
- Integrate PowerApps with other Microsoft services (e.g., SharePoint, Teams) and third-party tools where applicable.
- Write and follow test plans
- Monitor PowerApps processes and report any anomalies
- Report generation
Person Specification
We are looking for someone who will not only suit the role, but who also fits our culture. Although this role does not require the volunteer to be a Christian, Thirtyone:eight are a Christian charity.
Essential Personal Characteristics and Qualities:
- Honesty
- Integrity
- Openness
- Collaborative
- Solution-focused
- Learning
- Creative
- Fair
- Committed
- Passionate
Skills, Experience and Motivation:
- Experience of software development required.
- Experience with PowerApps an advantage but training will be given if required.
- Thorough approach to work and a good attention to detail
- Ability to remain motivated during repetitive tasks
- Understanding of the importance of confidentiality
- Please note that this position is not deemed to meet eligibility for an enhanced level DBS check. However, the post-holder will be expected to supply a self-declaration and a Basic Criminal Records Disclosure Certificate prior to commencement of employment as part of our Safer Recruitment Policy.
Closing date of 10th Aug. Teams interview date of 14 August with a start date of 1st September. Please note that this job could be home-based, office-based, or hybrid. This position is not deemed to meet eligibility for an enhanced level DBS check. However, the post-holder will be expected to supply a self-declaration and a Basic Criminal Records Disclosure Certificate prior to commencement of employment as part of our Safer Recruitment Policy.
Independent and thought-leading, we equip organisations, churches, other faith groups, individuals and government with safeguarding tools they need




The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.