Community volunteer roles in scunthorpe, north lincolnshire
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Across the UK, our 270 local groups play a vital part in supporting people affected by MS. They provide sense of belonging, unity and friendship. And they deliver services and support for their local MS community.
We are looking to recruit a Communications Volunteer for the Scunthorpe and District Group. As our Communications Volunteer you’ll make sure people know they have a local MS Society group to turn to.
In this role you’ll be able to develop your writing skills, and gain an experience of communicating across a range of digital channels.
Time commitment
We estimate this role will need around 2 hours a week. Our roles are flexible and aim to fit around you. Time commitments for this role may vary depending on your activities. This is an ongoing role.
This is a great opportunity to gain experience within a large charity and develop your existing skills and learn new ones. We need you to get involved and help make positive changes to the lives of people affected by MS.
About you
You’ll have an interest in the MS Society and the work that we do, as well as the enthusiasm to represent both us and our values locally. You will understand the needs of people affected by MS in your area and be sympathetic to the needs and motivations of volunteers. You’ll be confident using Microsoft Office, the internet and email. You’ll be able to apply disability, equality and inclusion practices and understand and apply our risk management system. Ideally you’ll understand the local area and organisations that provide local services.
You will be reliable and easy to contact and you need to live in or near the area the group to carry out this role.
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The MS Society is committed to promoting diversity. We can only offer roles to over 18s.
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Empathos Foundation is seeking a creative and passionate Social Media Graphics Designer to help us create engaging and visually appealing posts for our social media platforms, including Instagram and LinkedIn. As a remote volunteer role, you'll work approximately 4 hours per week, designing content that aligns with our mission and campaigns.
You’ll have access to Canva Pro and be part of a supportive team that values your input and creativity. This role is perfect for someone eager to gain experience in the non-profit sector, build their design portfolio, and contribute to a meaningful cause.
What You’ll Do:
- Design graphics for social media posts in line with our branding.
- Collaborate with the team to align content with ongoing campaigns.
- Create visually compelling content that resonates with our audience.
The Impact of Your Work:
As a Social Media Graphics Designer at Empathos Foundation, your work will directly support our efforts to raise awareness, engage our community, and inspire action.
- Amplify our message: Your designs will communicate our campaigns and bring attention to initiatives in healthcare, education, and poverty relief.
- Increase engagement: By creating eye-catching content, you’ll help us reach more people and encourage interaction with our platforms.
- Shape our online presence: Your contributions will strengthen our brand and elevate our visibility, ensuring our message reaches those who need it most.
Skills, Experience, and Qualities:
- Graphic Design Skills: Proficient in tools like Canva or Adobe Creative Suite.
- Social Media Savvy: Understanding of Instagram and LinkedIn trends and best practices.
- Passion for Making a Difference: Enthusiastic about supporting impactful causes through creative design.
- Fast Turnaround: Able to deliver high-quality designs quickly and efficiently.
- Attention to Detail: Consistency with branding and a strong eye for design aesthetics.
- Collaboration: Willingness to work with a team and incorporate feedback.
- Time Management: Commit to 4 hours per week and effectively manage tasks.
Your designs will not just be graphics—they’ll be catalysts for change, inspiring others to join our mission and make a difference.
Join us as a Social Media Graphics Designer to use your creativity for good and help Empathos Foundation make an even greater impact.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
We are looking for a Campaigns Volunteer to raise awareness and campaign so that decision-makers know about and can address the needs of everyone affected by MND.
“I love being a campaigns volunteer for the MND Association, it means I can give something back to the MND Community, who along with the Association provide a lot of support for people like me” - Ian Lev
What is campaigning?
These are some of the things you could do as a Campaigns Volunteer! Our team will be here to support you in whatever you’re doing.
- Sharing the MND Association’s campaigns on social media.
- Contacting local councillors to improve services for people living with and affected by MND in your area.
- Talking to MPs and other decision-makers about what MND is and why it’s important that people have access to high quality health and care services.
- Working with MND Association staff to identify issues and gather evidence for campaigns.
- Help to change laws to improve the lives of people living with and affected by MND.
This role will suit you if:
- You want to make a positive difference for people living with and affected by MND.
- You’re interested in learning and improving your campaigning skills.
- You’re a good communicator. No matter where your interest lies, be it writing e-mails or talking to people, sharing stories or providing us with feedback, you have so much to offer!
- You are computer literate and have access to email and the internet, or someone who can help you with this.
- Willing to work autonomously but also link up with others when needed.
‘Campaigning really works! It’s not as hard as it may sound – just be yourself and you’ll be making a positive difference for people living with and affected by MND.’ - Judith Rice
What’s in it for you?
- A chance to make a difference to the lives of those living with and affected by MND.
- Get access to a range of training events where you can develop campaigning skills and network with other Campaigns Volunteers.
- Join a friendly and dedicated team.
- Exclusive early access to our campaign plans and developments in our campaigning.
- Opportunity to connect with, learn and share with other Campaign Volunteers in our Facebook group!
How flexible is the role?
The time required is flexible, but we would hope Campaigns Volunteers would commit to a minimum of 1-2 hours per week.
We do understand that this role may need to fit around your family, studies, caring or other commitments.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Dreams Come True – Chair of Board of Trustees
Terms: This is a voluntary role and is therefore unremunerated
Length of tenure: The Chair’s tenure is for an initial period of three years.
Dreams Come True, a national charity which creates life-enhancing and life-changing experiences for children with serious and life-limiting conditions and who live in social deprivation, is seeking a new Chair for their board of trustees.
For over 30 years, Dreams Come True has been transforming lives through their unique mission and dream programme, bringing joy and lasting impact to thousands of children every year from the UK’s most socially deprived areas who have serious illnesses, life-limiting conditions or disabilities.
The charity helps to transform individual and community dreams into reality, and is committed to scaling up their work by forging new partnerships, innovating their fundraising approaches and enhancing the dream programmes to ensure that every dream granted has a lasting and transformative impact. They are now seeking a new Chair to help lead them into the next chapter of this journey to broaden reach and impact.
This is an opportunity for a compassionate and visionary individual with proven leadership skills and the ability to guide the board and executive team in achieving strategic objectives. The ideal candidate will have significant experience on a charity board, either as a Chair or as a trustee, with a personal empathy to the mission of Dreams Come True. They will also bring strategic oversight and governance expertise, and a wider involvement with the voluntary sector and well-established networks would be highly desirable. A solid understanding of finances, particularly within the charity sector, to support sustainability and growth will be essential, alongside strong diplomacy, interpersonal and negotiation skills. They will also need to understand the challenges and opportunities of a growing charity.
The new Chair will work closely with the CEO and a talented and committed board of trustees to ensure the charity continues to deliver life-changing dreams, builds on their successes and looks to the future with ambition and optimism.
Please click through to access and download our Candidate Pack for more information [PDF] including application details.
CLOSING DATE: Monday 31st March, 9am GMT.
PLEASE NOTE: We will be longlisting applications as soon as we receive them, so please apply early to register your interest.
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Travel Radar is a purpose-driven media organisation committed to making travel more meaningful and accessible for everyone. Since launching in 2015, we’ve become a trusted voice in aviation and air-travel news, reaching over 20 million people worldwide.
We’re powered by a fully remote and diverse team of 50+ volunteers who are passionate about travel, media, and making a global impact. Our HR and People Operations team plays a vital role in ensuring this community is supported, valued, and empowered.
About the Role
We’re on the lookout for a motivated HR Assistant to join our People Team. This is a generalist entry-level role with the opportunity to specialise in an area such as:
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Recruitment Coordination
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New Hire Onboarding
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HR Administration
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Employee Experience & Engagement
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Training & Development
You’ll gain hands-on experience in a collaborative, fast-paced environment — ideal if you’re looking to kick-start or grow your career in HR.
Key Responsibilities
Depending on your assigned focus, tasks may include:
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Supporting the recruitment process by posting ads, screening applicants, and scheduling interviews
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Assisting with onboarding new volunteers, including documentation and welcome sessions
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Maintaining digital HR records and tracking key data
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Responding to team queries and supporting the delivery of internal communications
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Helping organise training opportunities, check-ins, and team initiatives
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Supporting our HR projects and contributing ideas to improve team culture
Perks of Volunteering with Travel Radar
(Please note: This is a voluntary, unpaid role — but packed with value!)
Flexible workload – Fit your hours around your schedule
Fully remote – We can provide a laptop, desktop, or virtual machine if needed
Lunch & travel expenses covered – For any in-person events or team meetups
✈️ Exclusive discount program – Save with 3,000+ retailers (travel, fashion, insurance & more)
Professional training – Fully funded CPD Level 3, 5, or 7 certification + industry mentoring
Premium tools – Access Office365, Grammarly Premium, Canva Pro, and Adobe Photoshop — available for both Travel Radar and personal use
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Join REMIX as a Volunteer HR and Training Manager and Transform the Future of London's Youth!
Do you believe that a supportive, dynamic team is the backbone of every success? At REMIX, we envision a London where every young person can unlock their full potential—supported by a team that’s skilled, inspired, and empowered.
REMIX is a brand new youth charity dedicated to creating opportunities for individuals aged 16 to 26 years old. Our mission is built on four pillars—employability, healthy living, personal development, and essential life skills. To drive our vision forward, we need a dedicated Volunteer HR and Training Manager to forge innovative HR practices and design transformative training programmes for our passionate team.
As our Volunteer HR and Training Manager, you will be instrumental in shaping the internal engine of our charity. Your role will include:
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Building a Strong HR Foundation: Create and implement HR policies, volunteer recruitment processes, and engagement strategies that reflect REMIX’s mission and values.
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Leading Training and Development: Design and deliver engaging training sessions and development initiatives that empower our volunteers with the skills and confidence to make a real impact.
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Fostering a Supportive Culture: Cultivate an environment that champions open communication, continuous learning, and personal growth, ensuring every team member thrives.
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Driving Strategic HR Initiatives: Collaborate with senior leadership to align HR and training strategies with our forward-thinking goals, paving the way for long-term success and sustainable change.
If you are a forward-thinking HR professional with a passion for nurturing talent and driving social impact, REMIX offers you a unique opportunity to create meaningful change behind the scenes. Your energy, innovative ideas, and commitment to empowerment will help our volunteer team not only succeed but flourish—a change that resonates throughout London’s youth community.
Step forward. Lead the change. Empower teams and transform lives at REMIX.
REMIX
INSPIRE. EMPOWER. TRANSFORM.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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This flexible home volunteering role is worthwhile and rewarding. Make a real difference writing letters. As a Volunteer Penpal Writer you’ll be a key member of the Letterbox Team. Your letters will cheer someone up and establish a trusting, supportive relationship with a client who might be lonely or socially isolated.
What tasks can this role include (some or all of the following):
- Writing letters to clients
- Building trust and companionship with a client through correspondence. Omega befriends a variety of people including: caregivers, the lonely, isolated or people with ill-health.
- Liaising with the Letterbox Team by email or post.
- Respecting service standards, appropriate boundaries and recognising the policies and procedures that are necessary when befriending adults at risk.
- Making suggestions to help us improve the service we provide to clients and Volunteer Pen pal Writers.
This role could be for you, if you:
- Enjoy writing and receiving letters
- Are enthusiastic and self-motivated
- Associate strongly with Omega’s values and strategy
- Have knowledge or understanding about a variety of client issues including caring, feeling isolated and lonely and its impact on people and society
- Have satisfactory written and inter-personal communication skills
- Recognise the importance of confidentiality and can show this in practice
- Are committed to inclusion, treating people with dignity and respect
What support and training will be provided?
- Feedback from clients and colleagues
- Regular and ongoing support from Letterbox Team Leader
- Answering questions
- Stationary and pre-paid envelopes can be provided making the service free.
- Opportunity for peer support events and invitation to Omega events
- Reward system and opportunity for volunteer of the month rewards
What are the benefits for you?
- Knowing you are making a difference to someone’s life by doing something you enjoy
- Joining the Omega Team, who are taking action against loneliness and isolation as well as helping people in crisis
- An opportunity to enhance your CV or learn new skills
- An opportunity to engage with your community
Location of the role:
- Mainly your home
When are you needed?
- At a time to suit you
Omega is a registered charity dedicated to reducing social isolation and loneliness.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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OVERVIEW – ANOTHER WAY
Another Way is a charity founded by Amy Bray in 2019, when she was 16. Another Way is an educational environment charity. We educate and influence those around us, inspiring all to live with kindness towards our planet. We are youth-led with a multi-generational appeal.
We are scaling fast, particularly as our Power of 10 app grows, extending our community of young changemakers. The Another Way charity team now requires support for the Board of Trustees.
ROLE HEADLINES
The clerk will play an administrative and procedural role, supporting the smooth and compliant operation of the charity’s governance and trustee meetings, a key member of the team.
Below are the details of the role and we invite applications that demonstrate experience in the areas outlined including both charity clerk and ideally familiarity with company secretarial duties. We envisage this voluntary role to require approximately two days per month/ 2-3 hours per week.
RESPONSIBILITIES
Administrative and Organisational Support:
- Managing the trustee board's administrative tasks.
- Ensuring efficient meeting organisation and record-keeping.
Governance and Compliance:
- In conjunction with our legal partner
- providing guidance on governance, constitutional, and procedural matters.
- Ensuring the board operates in compliance with legal and regulatory frameworks.
- Advising on the potential consequences of non-compliance.
Meeting Management:
- Convening and supporting meetings of the trustees.
- Taking minutes of trustee meetings.
- Dealing with trustee correspondence between meetings.
Other Responsibilities:
- Working closely with the Chair of Trustees and the Chief Executive Officer.
- Ensuring the trustee body fulfils its responsibilities.
CANDIDATE REQUIREMENTS
- Strong personal commitment to the values and objectives of Another Way
- Demonstrable success managing charity governance and compliance
- Knowledge, or willingness to learn, of environmental issues and solutions
- Excellent communication abilities and organisational skills
- Knowledge of online systems such as Microsoft applications including OneDrive and Sharepoint. Also, other collaboration tools such as Slack or similar.
Please apply with a CV and a covering email summarising your experience and interest in the role.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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Every child deserves the chance to succeed, regardless of their background. Action Tutoring is a charity dedicated to closing the attainment gap and creating a more equitable future for young people.
We're building a diverse community of tutors passionate about educational equity. We are seeking dedicated volunteers from all walks of life to tutor and support pupils facing socio-economic disadvantage in maths and English.
As a volunteer tutor, you’ll:
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Tutor a group of 1-3 pupils (primary or secondary), with options to support online or in-person.
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Dedicate just one hour a week for a 10-20 week programme.
We provide the resources - you bring your enthusiasm! You’ll use our workbooks to deliver your sessions.
Whether you're a university student, a working professional, retired or simply looking to give back, your hour a week can open doors to brighter futures for these young people and make a lasting impact.
What you'll gain:
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Comprehensive training (2-hour induction, technical training for online tutors, optional further skills training).
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Ongoing support from your dedicated programme coordinator.
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Structured session plans and workbooks.
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Travel expense reimbursement (up to £5 per session).
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Free DBS check.
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Optional tutor socials and buddy system.
We look for volunteers with:
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Solid subject knowledge in the area they wish to tutor, which may be demonstrated by a degree or grade B at A-level qualification (or equivalent) or relevant experience.
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The ability to explain concepts clearly and patiently.
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A commitment to supporting pupils’ academic progress.
We recognise that valuable experience can be gained through diverse routes. If your qualifications differ from those mentioned, we still encourage you to apply. Please highlight any relevant experience or skills in your application.
We welcome applications from volunteers across England, Wales, Scotland, and Northern Ireland. (Please note: This is a volunteer, unpaid position.)
Our programmes run during term time, and you can sign up at ay time throughout the year.
Our volunteers say:
" The Action Tutoring team has been fabulous in their support: timely updates, always available, closely following progress, and ready to intervene where needed, very professional indeed!"
"Volunteering is very rewarding. I would say the skills that one develops from teaching the pupils are transferable to any walk of life and make you a better person. I would highly recommend it."
Award-winning national education charity working towards a world in which no child’s life chances are limited by their socio-economic background.

The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Join the leading national charity dedicated to supporting premature and sick babies, their families and NHS staff. We are recruiting for up to four new Trustees to join Bliss’ passionate and dedicated Board.
Who are we looking for?
We are recruiting up to four new Trustees to join our passionate and dedicated Board, and are keen to increase the range of voices on the Board to bring in different experiences and skills, which is essential if we are to make the best decisions for Bliss and for the babies we serve.
You don’t need to have been a Trustee before, nor do you need to have direct neonatal experience, as long as you are passionate about improving neonatal care across the UK.
In this round of Trustee recruitment we are particularly interested in bringing the skills and experience of younger individuals (under 30), those from minority ethnic communities, and those with lived experience of or insight into socio-economic disadvantage.
We are also keen to hear from people who bring one (or more!) of the following:
- Experience of AI and data, with the ability to apply this to an organisation of Bliss’ size and scale
- Experience of marketing or branding, and the knowledge of how this applies in the context of the charitable sector
- A neonatal healthcare professional – we are particularly interested in recruiting an allied health professional / psychology professional
- A professionally qualified accountant.
How to apply
For more details about the role and how to apply, including the support that Bliss provides to Trustees, please see the Bliss website and the attached recruitment pack.
Recruitment timeline
- The deadline for applications is 9am on Tuesday 13th May 2025
- Interviews will be held online in June
- Successful candidates will take part in induction meetings over the summer, before joining the Board away day in September and being formally appointed at the October 2025 Board meeting.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
NACE is the UK’s leading charity that supports and champions the education of more able learners. With over 40 years of experience, NACE works with a diverse network of member schools, leaders in education and practitioners to increase challenge for all learners. We believe that that all young people, including the more able, are entitled to have the opportunity to develop their abilities without limits – no matter what barriers to learning they may face and no matter what school they attend.
To support us in developing our strategic objectives and advancing our plans for the future, we are seeking new Trustees to join NACE’s Board with a passion for public service and sufficient time at their disposal to help us positively impact the lives of young people. Whilst an interest in or knowledge of education is desirable, it is not a pre-requisite. The role includes holding the executive leaders of NACE to account, plus agreeing and overseeing the strategic direction of the organisation whilst ensuring that resources are deployed to achieve maximum effectiveness.
The general responsibilities of trustees:
• Ensure that the Association complies with its governing document, charity law, company law and any other relevant legislation or regulations.
• Ensure that the Association pursues its objects as defined in its governing document.
• Ensure the Association applies its resources exclusively in pursuance of its objects.
• Contribute actively to the Board of Trustees' role in giving firm strategic direction to the Association, setting overall policy, defining goals and setting targets, and evaluating performance against agreed targets.
• Safeguard the good name and values of the Association.
• Ensure the effective and efficient administration of the Association.
• Seek to ensure the financial stability of the Association.
In addition to these statutory duties, each Trustee should use any specific skills, knowledge or experience they have to help the Board of Trustees reach sound decisions. This may involve:
Scrutinising board papers; Leading discussions; Focusing on key issues; Providing guidance on new initiatives; Other issues in which the Trustee has specialist expertise.
Terms of appointment
The initial term is for a period of three years.
The maximum term of office for a Trustee should be nine years, with two cycles of three years and then the option of a further one, two or three years.
The Trustees meet four times each year as a Board. Three of these meetings are now held online, in September, November and March. The final meeting of the academic year is held in-person in June.
If you are interested in applying to join the NACE board, please send us your CV and an expression of interest by Friday 9th May. Interviews will take place on Thursday 15th and Friday 16th May.
The interview process will involve current Board members so you will have the opportunity to meet some of the people with whom you could be working in the future.
Trusteeship is a voluntary, unpaid role, but if you possess the energy and skills to make a real contribution to enhancing the educational achievement of young people, you will find the work extremely rewarding.
If you want to make a difference and you share the ambitions and aspirations of the current NACE Board, please apply to become a Trustee. You will be warmly welcomed.
We believe all young people should have the opportunity to develop their abilities without limits – no matter what barriers to learning they may face
The purpose of the Institute of Osteopathy Appointments Committee is to ensure high standards of competence and performance on the main governing body, the Council of the Institute of Osteopathy (iO), with a focus on recruitment.
We are seeking two new non-executives to join our committee to aid this important work.
You should have broad experience and a practical attitude with a proven track record, and ideally have experience in the following areas:
· Human Resources
· Executive development and performance management
· Knowledge of employment law
· Board/committee experience
Osteopathic or medical experience is not a prerequisite for this role, but interest in health and patient care is welcome.
The Committee meets quarterly online/in person to advise on such matters as promotional strategy, review candidate profiles against council member role specification, appraise the performance of the non-executive members of council and ensure that governance-related processes around appointments and term renewals are fit for purpose and working effectively.
Please see the attached role specification for full details of the responsibilities.
If you are interested in this opportunity to shape the development of UK Osteopathy, please submit your CV along with a covering letter detailing how you meet the role specification by close of business on Monday 26 May. Interviews will take place in mid-June.
About the iO
The iO, as the lead body in the profession, has a clear and mandated mission to improve patient care by supporting and developing the education and practice of osteopathy, and universal access to osteopathic care.
Our mission is to support, unite, develop and promote the profession for the improvement of public health and patient care. We are committed to realising our vision to see osteopathy become a growing and thriving profession, recognised and accessible to all.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Aspens are looking for trustees to join us on the next exciting part of our journey. We'd love to hear from you if you have accountancy, social care, business development or fundraising experience.
What will you be doing?
Are you passionate about making a real difference in the lives of people with learning disabilities and autism? Do you have the skills, experience, and dedication to help guide a forward-thinking charity? If so, we’d love to hear from you!
About Aspens CharitiesAt Aspens we provide high quality care and support to people on the autism spectrum and with learning disabilities; and their families; meeting their needs and aspirations and empowering them to learn and grow through an integrated network of services across the South-East.
Why Become a Trustee?As a Trustee, you will play a vital role in overseeing the governance and strategic direction of Aspens Charities. You will work alongside a committed Board to ensure our services remain impactful, sustainable, and aligned with our core values.
Your Responsibilities:
- Provide strategic leadership, ensuring Aspens meets its charitable objectives.
- Oversee financial management, risk assessment, and compliance with legal and regulatory standards.
- Support and challenge the Executive Team to drive excellence in service delivery.
- Act as an ambassador for Aspens, promoting our work and values.
- Attend Board meetings and contribute to key strategic decisions.
What We’re Looking For:We welcome applications from individuals with diverse professional backgrounds. Key attributes include:
- A strong commitment to the aims and values of Aspens Charities.
- Strategic thinking and decision-making abilities.
- Willingness to dedicate time to Board meetings and governance activities.
- Integrity, good judgment, and the ability to work collaboratively.
We are particularly interested in candidates with expertise in:
- Accountancy
- Health & Social Care sector knowledge
- Fundraising and business development
Time Commitment & LocationThis is a voluntary, unpaid role with reasonable expenses covered. The Board meets approximately three times a year, with 3 committee meetings and occasional additional meetings or events. Meetings are held in person and virtually.
What are we looking for?
- Commitment to the goals and aims of the charity.
- Dedication to the role and a willingness to devote the required time.
- The ability to make good independent judgements.
- Being able to think creatively.
- Understanding the importance of carrying out required legal duties.
- Proven strategic abilities that can be used to create effective plans.
- Strength of character coupled with the ability to voice concerns and opinions.
- Proven experience working as a member of successful teams.
- Integrity and objectivity which can be applied to all aspects of the role.
Experience of either accountancy or fundraising / income generation.
What difference will you make?
As a Trustee, your leadership will directly shape the future of Aspens Charities and the lives of the people we support. You will help:
- Improve Quality of Care – Ensuring individuals with learning disabilities and autism receive the best possible support.
- Drive Strategic Growth – Expanding and developing services to reach more people in need.
- Ensure Financial Sustainability – Overseeing resources to secure long-term impact.
- Strengthen Governance – Upholding transparency, compliance, and ethical leadership.
Your expertise will make a lasting difference, creating a more inclusive society where everyone can thrive.
The purpose of the Institute of Osteopathy Appointments Committee is to ensure high standards of competence and performance on the main governing body, the Council of the Institute of Osteopathy (iO), with a focus on recruitment.
We are seeking a new professional member to join our committee to aid this important work.
You should have broad experience and a practical attitude with a proven track record, and ideally have experience in the following areas:
· Human Resources
· Executive development and performance management
· Knowledge of employment law
· Board/committee experience
The Committee meets quarterly online/in person to advise on such matters as promotional strategy, review candidate profiles against council member role specification, appraise the performance of the non-executive members of council and ensure that governance-related processes around appointments and term renewals are fit for purpose and working effectively.
Please see the attached role specification for full details of the responsibilities.
If you are interested in this opportunity to shape the development of UK Osteopathy, please submit your CV along with a covering letter detailing how you meet the role specification by close of business on Monday 26 May. Interviews will take place in mid-June.
About the iO
The iO, as the lead body in the profession, has a clear and mandated mission to improve patient care by supporting and developing the education and practice of osteopathy, and universal access to osteopathic care.
Our mission is to support, unite, develop and promote the profession for the improvement of public health and patient care. We are committed to realising our vision to see osteopathy become a growing and thriving profession, recognised and accessible to all.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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About Roots Academy
At Roots Academy, we’ve built a learning experience that’s changing the lives of the ummah’s future leaders, change-makers and visionaries.
Our vision is enabling university students to live God-centred lives, so we teach structured, engaging and transformative face-to-face foundational Islamic education to over 1,800 students across the UK.
Role Summary
As a Governance Officer, you will work closely with the Governance Lead to ensure strong governance practices across Roots Academy. Your role will focus on supporting governance frameworks, policies, and compliance measures to align with charity governance requirements and relevant regulations. You will also play a key role in embedding a culture of governance across the organisation.
Key tasks
▪ Trustee Support
○ Assist trustees with governance-related tasks and ensure they have access to relevant policies, guidelines, and resources.
○ Direct trustees to appropriate regulatory frameworks, best practices, and governance training materials.
▪ Governance & Compliance Support
○ Support the onboarding process for new trustees, ensuring all necessary documentation is collected and securely stored.
○ Assist in coordinating trustee meetings, including preparation of agendas, accurate minute-taking, and document distribution.
○ Maintain key governance registers, such as the register of interests, policy register, and risk register, ensuring timely updates and compliance.
▪ Policy & Risk Management
○ Support the Governance Lead in developing and reviewing governance policies, including Conflict of Interest, Risk Management, and Whistleblowing Policies.
○ Assist team leads in ensuring policies are implemented effectively and aligned with best practices.
○ Help monitor compliance with Charity Commission regulations and the Fundraising Code of Conduct.
▪ Embedding a Governance Culture
○ Assist in raising awareness of governance principles across the organisation.
○ Support the Governance Lead in organising training sessions or briefings on governance best practices.
○ Help integrate governance principles into the organisation’s operations and decision-making processes.
What we’re looking for
▪ Interest or experience in charity governance, risk management, or compliance.
▪ Strong attention to detail and ability to maintain accurate records.
▪ Excellent organisation and communication skills.
▪ Ability to work independently while collaborating with different teams.
▪ Familiarity with Charity Commission Regulations and governance best practices (desirable but not essential).
What we have to offer
▪ Be part of a dedicated team of 90+ volunteers across the UK.
▪ Contribute to a growing organisation that educates and empowers the Muslim community.
▪ Access to in-house tarbiyah sessions to develop your deen.
▪ Receive continuous rewards for facilitating Islamic education through Roots Academy.
Please note: This is an unpaid volunteer position. Volunteers can claim expenses for food, travel, and equipment in line with the Expenses Policy.
We teach structured, engaging and transformative face-to-face foundational Islamic education to students across the UK and beyond.
