Community volunteer volunteer roles in maidstone, kent
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Do you want to be part of an innovative, passionate and dedicated team? Help us in our mission to save lives at Essex & Herts Air Ambulance. Join our friendly retail team at our new Canvey Island shop.
Why we need you: We are looking for volunteers to help Essex & Herts Air Ambulance (EHAAT) by assisting in our new outlet . The role will support the Shop Manager and Assistant Shop Manager to ensure the smooth running of the shop.
What will you be doing?
· Assisting with the donations of stock, by sorting and steaming and preparing for shop floor
· Maintaining good stock levels and helping with stock rotation
· Manning the till, including taking card payments and Gift Aid sign-up
· Greeting customers in a friendly and approachable manner
· Helping with visual merchandising plus other tasks when needed
You will have fun, while sharing your experience or learning new skills. We pay expenses and offer uniform, newsletters and dedicated events to our wonderful volunteers - be part of something special.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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Who are we?
We are Buttons & Bubbles CIC. We work with children, young people, families and other professionals associated and affected by illness and disability. We have several different services including inclusive characters, sensory workshops, resources, events, advocacy and more.
What are we looking for?
Do you enjoy art? Graphic design? Are you an amazing illustrator? Then we might just have a project for you. One of our aims is to have every type of disability in every culture, religion and ethnicity depicted through our characters. And yes, we know that’s going to mean a lot of hard work and a lot of characters! But NO we are not asking you to complete this entire project!
We’ve created 11 characters so far that depict a variety of conditions. We want to look at potentially re-developing these characters and starting work on some new ones!
What do we expect?
- Be willing to undertake our training programme which will be done virtually and at a time to suit you.
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Have an Enhanced DBS check (preferably be on the update system)
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Sign our volunteer contract. (If you disagree with anything in it please do discuss it
with us and we will be happy to have a conversation and make small changes if
appropriate).
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A positive attitude to disability and illness. We are happy to answer questions on this.
What can you expect?
• A community group that does not currently operate a rota system of any kind. You don’t have to regularly commit your time.
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A kind, caring, nurturing company who cares about people, staff and volunteers. Our aim is to keep your wellbeing at the centre of our work.
- A very positive and proactive approach to disability and illness. Any and all accommodations will be made that you require. If there is anything you wish to discuss in private please email us and we will arrange a confidential chat.
Benefits to Volunteering with Buttons & Bubbles CIC
- Gaining valuable experience and improving your confidence
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Allows you to explore potentially different areas of interest.
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Make a difference to community
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Develop your current skill set and gain new skills.
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Displays your level of commitment to future employers.
- Displays your ability to balance and schedule your time effectively when seeking future employment.
Please let us know if you require any adaptions.
To increase inclusion and representation across society for disabled families.
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About Children with Voices
Children with Voices is a vibrant non-profit organisation dedicated to supporting children and families through community-based initiatives. We run engaging holiday clubs for children aged 5–11, promoting healthy lifestyles, wellbeing, and early intervention to reduce the risk of gang involvement and antisocial behaviour (ASB). Our mission is to create opportunities for children from all backgrounds—especially those from low-income families, single-parent households, or disadvantaged communities—to thrive physically, emotionally, and socially. Our clubs focus on: - Promoting healthy eating and encouraging children to eat 7+ portions of fruit and vegetables daily. - Teaching children where food comes from and the benefits of nutrition. - Building social and life skills through teamwork, cooking, and inclusive play. - Offering affordable, fun, and engaging activities that promote physical fitness and reduce childhood obesity. - Supporting parents with knowledge about budget-friendly healthy food options. - Creating positive connections across different communities to reduce postcode-related division.
Role Overview – Treasurer (Volunteer Position)
We are seeking a dedicated Volunteer Treasurer to oversee the financial health of Children with Voices and help strengthen our financial systems. This is an exciting opportunity to make a real impact in a grassroots charity working to empower children and families. Time commitment: Approximately 10–15 hours per month, flexible around your availability. Location: Remote with occasional in-person meetings (London-based preferred but not essential).
Key Responsibilities
· Oversee the financial affairs of Children with Voices, ensuring compliance with legal and regulatory requirements.
· Ensure accurate financial records are maintained and effective financial procedures are in place.
· Monitor and report regularly on the organisation’s financial position.
· Prepare financial reports, budgets, cash flow statements, and annual accounts in collaboration with the Chair and Trustees.
· Lead on financial planning and advise the committee on the financial viability of proposals, plans, and fundraising initiatives.
· Report key financial information to trustees and support them in understanding financial obligations.
· Support the organisation with budgeting, funding applications, and ensuring value for money.
· Ensure sound internal controls, including processes for:
· - Authorisation of spending and purchasing systems
· - Managing cash flow and petty cash
· - Payment of staff or volunteer expenses (if applicable)
· - Bank reconciliation and cheque signatories
Person Specification – Ideal Qualities
· Experience in financial management, bookkeeping, or accountancy (formal qualifications desirable but not essential).
· Understanding of charity finance and relevant legal and regulatory frameworks.
· Knowledge of fundraising, grant reporting, and managing budgets in voluntary/community settings.
· Strong financial analysis and reporting skills.
· Excellent communication skills with the ability to explain financial information clearly to non-financial stakeholders.
· Commitment to the values and mission of Children with Voices.
· Organised, reliable, and able to work independently as well as collaboratively with trustees and volunteers.
What You’ll Gain
· A rewarding opportunity to use your financial skills to support a meaningful cause.
· Experience in charity governance and financial oversight.
· A chance to contribute to community empowerment and social impact.
· Recognition of your volunteer contribution and references for future roles, if desired.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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About the Role
We're seeking a motivated and enthusiastic Sales & Business Development Volunteer to help drive our growth and expand our reach. This is an excellent opportunity for someone looking to gain hands-on experience in sales, business development, and relationship management while making a meaningful contribution to our cause.
Key Responsibilities
As a Sales & Business Development Volunteer, you'll work closely with our team to identify new opportunities and build lasting partnerships. Your responsibilities will include:
- Researching and identifying potential clients, business leads, sponsors, partners, and business opportunities.
- Supporting the development of sales strategies and outreach campaigns.
- Helping to create compelling proposals and presentations.
- Conducting initial outreach to prospective clients via email, phone, and social media
- Help maintain the contact database with updated leads and follow-up notes.
- Analysing market trends and competitor activities.
- Contributing ideas to improve our sales processes and materials.
- Reach out to companies, NGOs, and institutions to introduce TESYouth’s initiatives.
What We're Looking For
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills
- Interest in sales, marketing, fundraising or business development
- Comfortable with technology and learning new systems
- Proactive, organised, and able to work independently.
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team
- A positive attitude and desire to contribute to a social impact organisation.
(Previous experience in sales, customer service, social media for business purposes, marketing, or or business development is a plus, but not required.)
What You'll Gain
- Practical experience in sales and business development
- Mentorship and guidance from experienced professionals
- Opportunity to build your professional network
- Development of valuable transferable skills
- Flexible working arrangements
Additional Information
- This is a voluntary role and can be carried out entirely remotely.
- All reasonable expenses will be reimbursed.
About TESYouth
TESYouth (Training, Employment Opportunities & Social Development for Youth) is a social enterprise and not-for-profit organisation dedicated to reducing youth unemployment. Through training programmes, work experience, interactive workshops, and volunteering opportunities, we support young people in developing their skills and achieving their career aspirations.
Together with our collaborators and partners, we aim to make a lasting positive impact in the community.
TESYouth is committed to equality, diversity, and inclusion. We welcome applications from all backgrounds and communities.
Tackle and reduce youth unemployment by providing with the necessary tools to develop skills, aptitudes, knowledge and self-confidence.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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Organisation: The Muslim Lived Experience Network CIC
Role Type: Volunteer
Location: Remote
Time Commitment: 3.5–7.5 hours per week, 6 months fixed-term
Reports to: Co-Directors
Start Date: Immediate
About Us
The Muslim Lived Experience Network is a lived experience-led organisation committed to supporting individuals experiencing mental health challenges. We offer faith-informed peer support interventions, lived experience-related workshops and events, Islamic talks on mental health related topics, hospital ‘Muslim Faith Kits’, training, consultation, ad hoc support and signposting.
Our team is made up of dedicated volunteers united by a shared mission to attain the pleasure of Allah (SWT). We strive to achieve this by bringing peer support and lived experience perspectives to our communities - to educate, reduce stigma, and improve the quality of life for people living with mental health conditions.
Role Purpose
We are seeking a highly organised and mission-driven Volunteer Operations Lead to join our team and support and streamline our internal operations. You’ll help build and maintain the organisational backbone of our CIC by coordinating people, processes and systems. This is a key leadership role within a small but growing team, perfect for someone passionate about using their skillset to help bring faith-sensitive support to our community.
Key Responsibilities
1. Operational Oversight
- Support day-to-day running of the organisation’s internal systems
- Implement and maintain operational processes, documentation, and protocols
- Coordinate calendars, internal meetings, and project timelines
- Track organisational goals and ensure progress reporting
- Help streamline workflows using digital tools (e.g. Sharepoint, Zoom)
2. Compliance & Admin
- Support data protection (GDPR) compliance and document management
- Keep internal policies and procedures organised and updated
- Assist with safeguarding processes and record-keeping
Person Specification
Essential Skills & Attributes
- Previous experience in the non-profit or CIC sector and/or experience in non-finance quality, legal, governance, HR or compliance/internal audit sector
- Understanding of safeguarding, GDPR and other relevant policies
- Strong organisational and planning skills
- Experience in operations, project coordination or administration
- Confident with digital tools
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
- Ability to take initiative and work independently
- Passion for faith-informed approaches and/or mental health
- Alignment with the values of a Muslim-led, inclusive organisation
Desirable (but not required)
- Lived experience of mental health challenges
- Familiarity with the needs of Muslim and/or marginalised communities
- Experience in a leadership position
What You’ll Gain
- A leadership role in a purpose-led, community-rooted organisation
- A chance to directly shape systems and processes to help a growing CIC thrive
- Personal development and transferable skills in operations, leadership and project management
- Ongoing support, networking opportunities, and recognition for your contributions
- Flexible hours and a values-aligned, supportive team of volunteers
- A professional reference and volunteer certificate upon completion
This role is advertised as part of TPP's Free Giving Back Services. This volunteer advertisement copy has been supplied to TPP and applicants apply direct to the organisation. Please contact the organisation directly if you have any questions about this volunteer role.
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Volunteer Opportunity: Graphic Designer
Organisation: Ranger Cadets
Location: Flexible / Remote
Commitment: Volunteer Creative Role
About Us
Ranger Cadets is a new, independent, non-profit uniformed youth organisation with a bold mission: to engage young people in their communities, equip them with essential life skills, and unlock their full potential. We are non-political, non-religious, and proudly inclusive – open to all, regardless of background.
We believe every young person deserves the chance to shine, to belong, and to grow into the leaders of tomorrow.
The Role
We are seeking a creative and committed Graphic Designer to join our volunteer team. This role is central to shaping the visual identity of Ranger Cadets, producing designs that inspire pride, belonging, and community impact.
As a Graphic Designer, you will:
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Create badges for cadet uniforms that embody dignity and achievement.
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Design posters, flyers, and social media posts to promote Ranger Cadets.
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Develop infographics and motion graphics to communicate our mission and programmes.
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Produce print and digital assets that expand our reach and strengthen our brand.
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Collaborate with leadership and volunteers to ensure designs are accurate, vibrant, and emotionally resonant.
Who We’re Looking For
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A creative individual with experience in graphic design (professional or volunteer).
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Strong skills in digital design tools (e.g., Adobe Creative Suite, Canva, or similar).
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Ability to adapt designs for print, digital, and social media platforms.
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Passion for youth empowerment, community impact, and visual storytelling.
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Commitment to our values: non-political, non-religious, inclusive, and open to all.
What You’ll Gain
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The chance to shape the ceremonial and visual identity of a national youth organisation.
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A portfolio of impactful designs that inspire pride and belonging.
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The opportunity to leave a lasting legacy through creative work that supports young people.
How to Apply
If you are ready to use your creativity to empower young people and help Ranger Cadets grow, we would love to hear from you.
RANGER CADETS
#PreparedForLife
To empower young people through structured, uniformed experiences that build life skills, leadership, teamwork, and a strong sense of community.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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We are seeking motivated and skilled UK-based professionals to join our volunteer board. As a trustee, you will play a strategic role in guiding the organization, ensuring good governance, and supporting our mission to create meaningful social change in Uganda and the UK. This is a remote role, allowing you to contribute from anywhere in the UK.
Key Responsibilities
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Provide strategic direction and governance oversight
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Ensure compliance with UK charity law (once UK registration is completed) and organizational policies
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Support fundraising, donor engagement, and advocacy efforts
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Contribute to financial oversight and risk management
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Attend 4–6 board meetings per year, plus ad hoc subcommittee meetings as needed
To support vulnerable populations by enhancing their access to education, healthcare, and empowerment programs that enable lasting change.



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Are you committed to delivering high quality care? Do you have experience working as part of a multidisciplinary team?
As a County Lead of Maidstone, Kent you will be part of the establishment of a County St John Council to oversee and guide volunteer Community Networks aims to create a structured and supportive framework that empowers volunteers to operate more effectively and efficiently. By providing strategic leadership, coordination, and oversight, the council ensures that volunteer efforts align with community needs and priorities while avoiding duplication of services.
St John has embarked on a journey to achieve the goal of ensuring that every community and young person across the country is first aid confident.
We are looking for a leader with a passion for local volunteering and helping communities to inspire and support volunteers on this journey across your county
The post will also interact with relevant Communities of Practice to share learning, advice and best practice.
The closing date for this vacancy is the 31st December 2025.
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Coempowered is a small but rapidly developing non-profit working to empower indiviuals and help build community capacity among for young people, women, and marginalised communities in the UK and internationally through workshops, classes, semiar, projects and research. We are now building the foundations of our organisation and are looking for a dedicated, creative volunteer who is genuinely passionate about our educational and social mission and willing to grow with us as we expand our work and prepare for charity status.Having seen the impact of our work since 2021, we are now laying the foundations for long-term growth and preparing to register as a charity. We are seeking a committed and motivated volunteer who is genuinely passionate about educational and social change and eager to help build our organisation with us.
About the Opportunity
This role is central to Coempowered’s next stage of development. We are positioning ourselves to apply for our first grants, develop partnerships, and build sustainable funding streams. We are looking for someone who can take initiative, collaborate closely with the directors, and contribute strategically to our fundraising capacity. This is an excellent opportunity for someone who wishes to make a tangible difference in a small organisation and to help shape its future.
Key Deliverables
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Research suitable grant opportunities and funding sources.
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Assist in preparing core organisational documents, including:
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Activity reports
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Business plans
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Project proposals and bids
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Write compelling grant applications tailored to funders’ criteria.
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Prepare outreach materials, donor communications, and mailshots.
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Use direct mailing and other methods to engage potential and existing donors.
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Support the recruitment, coordination, and management of volunteers involved in fundraising activities.
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Ensure smooth execution of all tasks related to fundraising, documentation, and relationship-building.
What We’re Looking For
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Experience in fundraising, grant writing, or partnership development (professional or voluntary).
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Strong writing skills, with the ability to produce clear, persuasive proposals.
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Good organisational skills and attention to detail.
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Self-motivation and reliability, with the ability to work independently and meet deadlines.
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A sincere interest in education, youth empowerment, philosophy, or social impact.
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Someone keen to contribute to the long-term development of a small but ambitious organisation.
Time Commitment
Flexible and remote, approximately 4–6 hours per week, depending on grant cycles.
If you are passionate about meaningful education and wish to play a key role in helping a young organisation grow and secure its future, we would be delighted to hear from you.
Co-Thinking, Co-creating, Co-flourishing Women, Migrants, Socially and economically marginalised youth www.coempowered.org
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Legal Assistant
We are a Kingston-based social marketing enterprise using creative thinking to build community cohesion.
We aim to attract knowledgeable individuals encouraging different cultures to unite which enables us to share and celebrate essential lessons.
Partnering with local organisations, we put on programmes of training, workshops and other events that promote unity and tolerance.
We conduct research to support our cause to challenge preconceptions around race and stereotyping. As well as delivering workshops on unconscious bias in the workplace.
To learn more about our impactful work at Quilombo UK, we encourage you to explore our website and YouTube channel.
Join us in leading positive change!
About the position
Quilombo UK is looking for Legal Assistant, who would love to join a growing organization. Quilombo UK works with the objective to promote different arts, sports and cultures to encourage an intercultural understanding between different communities and societies; To promote cultural awareness in the community and educate, regardless of nationality or origin, about race diversity and mutual respect; To promote good health and wellbeing; and run a community organisation with a strong focus on individuals, the community and society as a whole.
Quilombo UK is looking to recruit a Legal Assistant who helps organization in various legal matters.
This role offers a great opportunity for the right person who is looking to; gain experience in the Third Sector; develop their skills and management experience; or just simply 'give something back to their community'. The role provides you flexibility and autonomy at work. Where necessary specific training will also be provided to help you develop and grow your skill set.
Main Responsibilities
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We are looking for an experienced lawyer to assist the organisation in overlooking projects, ensuring they are compliant with relevant and up to date legislation and regulations.
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The legal assistant will be responsible for making sure all contracts, legislations and documents are treated within correct legal standards. They are to make sure that all activities are being performed in line with contracts and the law.
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The Legal Assistant will work closely with the HR department in overlooking the volunteer forms, legislations and documents. They should also assist the different departments within the organisation(Marketing, Funding, HR, Finance) in upholding the legal requirements needed to run the tasks that they do.
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Provide written reports as and when required. To undertake additional duties as required for the role.
General tasks
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Contribute to staff meetings and other internal meetings with views and suggestions etc.
Essential
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Well-organized, proactive and able to deliver tasks efficiently.
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Excellent researching skills
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Reading and report writing skills
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You will need to be an experienced lawyer or have a good legal understanding.
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You will be respectful of the confidentiality of the organisation.
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You will need to help deliver work that adheres to the key objectives of the organisation.
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Able to speak confidently with a variety of stakeholders.
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Good time-management & communication skills.
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To show professionalism at all levels and in all environments
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Strong team player
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Ability to work independently and ask for clarification when needed.
Desirable
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Committed to working with the community with a passion for helping others less fortunate.
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Can work without much supervision
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.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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Our County Representatives (CR) will support our Fundraising Team by being the public face of Combat Stress in their local county, and will help build support from individuals and groups by raising awareness and funds. Income generation is key to our continued success and the support of volunteers enables us to raise more funds to support former servicemen and women, so that when a veteran is having a tough time, we’re there to help tackle the past and to help them take on the future.
Hours:The role is flexible. You can give as much or as little time as you are able. However, we do ask you ideally commit enough time to build meaningful awareness and support on your base.
What are the benefits of volunteering for Combat Stress?
- A full induction to Combat Stress and its work, including training and appropriate materials to support you in the role such as t-shirts, banners and cheer sticks.
- Ongoing support, advice and guidance from the Senior Challenge Officer. • Learn and develop fundraising skills.
- Meet new people and be actively engaged in your local community.
- Helping our fundraisers to feel great and keeping them motivated throughout their challenge.
- Receive reimbursement for out of pocket expenses
- Be part of the UK’s leading Charity for veterans’ mental health.
- Have the reward of knowing you will be making a positive contribution to the lives of UK Veterans and their families.
Today we provide specialist treatment and support for veterans from every service and conflict, focusing on those with complex mental health issues


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Purpose:
To create, manage, and optimise digital fundraising campaigns that drive donor engagement, ambassador participation, and online revenue for the CIC.
Key Tasks:
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Establish and run online fundraising campaigns across social platforms, email, live streams, and community networks
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Help build the online infrastructure for the Volunteer Fundraising Ambassador Programme, including toolkits, digital scripts, social media assets, and onboarding materials
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Develop donor journeys, automation flows, and campaign funnels that convert supporters into recurring donors
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Analyse campaign performance, track KPIs, and present clear data reports to the Senior Fundraising Manager
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Work with the Digital Infrastructure Team to integrate donation forms, CRM systems, email platforms, and dashboards
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Support creative storytelling—producing digital content that is ethical, trauma-informed, powerful, and community-centred
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Stay updated with digital fundraising trends and tools to ensure our campaigns remain innovative and scalable
Ideal For:
Creative, analytical individuals who love blending digital strategy, humanitarian impact, and storytelling to mobilise communities online.
Why Join Us
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Play a central role in shaping a large-scale online fundraising ecosystem for a UK CIC
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Gain real experience building campaigns that run nationally and internationally
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Work with experts in digital systems, marketing, and fundraising strategy
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Develop a portfolio of real campaigns, reports, and data-driven results
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Access recorded training, references, and future paid opportunities
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Be part of a transparent, collaborative team committed to decentralisation and community empowerment
What You’ll Learn
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Digital fundraising strategy: ads, organic campaigns, email sequences, landing pages, funnels
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How to optimise donor journeys and increase engagement
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Data analysis, A/B testing, and reporting techniques
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How to build digital toolkits and onboarding flows for large volunteer teams
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Ethical storytelling and fundraising safeguards
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Multi-platform digital communication within a community organisation
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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Action Tutoring is a national education charity that offers free maths and English tutoring to pupils facing disadvantage.
By volunteering as a tutor at a local school or online, you'll be supporting children to build their confidence and help ensure they leave school with the grades needed to build a bright future.
What will I be doing?
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Tutoring 1-3 pupils in Year 5 or 6, or Year 7, 10 or 11.
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Commit to one hour a week, for up to 20 weeks. You choose the day and time to sign up to.
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Use our tutor workbooks to guide your pupils through activities that will boost their confidence and grades.
What you'll gain:
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Receive induction training, tutor workbooks and ongoing support.
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Develop skills like communication, leadership, and problem-solving.
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Meet like-minded people in our volunteer community.
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Travel expense reimbursement (up to £5 per session).
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Free DBS check.
This volunteer role is perfect for you if you:
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Are passionate about making a difference and helping young people succeed, particularly those facing disadvantage.
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Seek valuable experience working with children and are eager to hone essential skills such as communication, mentorship, and leadership – all highly valued in any career path.
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Have a busy schedule but are keen to contribute to your community, as this flexible role requires just one hour a week, either in-person or conveniently online.
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, so 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 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.
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Role Purpose
The Volunteer PR Officer will help raise awareness of the organisation’s mission, activities, and achievements by creating and sharing compelling stories. They will nurture relationships with the media, support communication campaigns, and play a key role in strengthening the organisation’s public profile.
Key Responsibilities
Media Relations
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Draft and distribute press releases, articles, and media briefings
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Build and maintain strong relationships with journalists, bloggers, and local media outlets
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Respond promptly and professionally to media enquiries
Content Creation
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Produce engaging content for newsletters, blogs, and social media
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Support the creation and design of promotional materials (posters, flyers, campaign assets)
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Capture and share stories that highlight the impact of the organisation’s work
Campaigns & Events
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Assist with promoting fundraising and awareness campaigns
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Publicise events through traditional and digital communication channels
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Represent the organisation at community events and networking opportunities
Brand & Reputation
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Ensure all communications reflect the organisation’s tone, values, and branding
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Monitor media coverage and report key highlights to the team
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Provide support with crisis communication when required
Skills & Qualities
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Strong written and verbal communication skills
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Confident networker with the ability to build positive relationships
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Creative, energetic, and full of ideas for campaigns and content
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Familiarity with social media platforms and digital communication tools
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Organised, reliable, and able to work independently
Commitment
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Flexible hours: approximately 3–6 hours per week, depending on campaigns and events
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Willingness to attend occasional meetings and community events
Benefits of Volunteering
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Gain hands-on experience in PR and communications
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Develop professional skills and expand your network
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Make a meaningful contribution to a cause that matters
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Join a passionate and supportive team of volunteers
Female English Support Volunteer – Help Refugee Women Thrive
Location: Maidstone or Folkestone
Commitment: Around 2 hours per week (Monday–Friday, 9 AM–5 PM)
Do you want to make a real difference in someone’s life? Join the Refugee Council’s Kent Resettlement Team as a Female English Support Volunteer and help refugee women and families build confidence, independence, and a sense of belonging.
About the Role
Language is one of the biggest barriers refugees face when starting a new life in the UK. By volunteering, you’ll provide a safe, friendly space for women to practise English, learn useful phrases for everyday life, and gain the confidence to navigate their new community.
You’ll work one-to-one or with small family groups in their homes, adapting activities to suit their needs. From informal conversations to creative exercises, you’ll make learning fun and practical.
What You’ll Do
- Support conversational English, reading, and writing
- Introduce everyday vocabulary (e.g., shopping, visiting a pharmacy)
- Encourage confidence and independence through engaging activities
- Work under the guidance of our ESOL Tutor and Resettlement Worker
What We’re Looking For
- Strong spoken and written English
- Friendly, patient, and supportive approach
- Ability to commit for at least 3 months
(Experience with ESOL or teaching is helpful but not essential.)
What You’ll Gain
- Full training and ongoing support
- Skills in communication, planning, and cultural awareness
- Insight into refugee experiences and diverse cultures
- The satisfaction of knowing you’ve made a real difference
We’ll reimburse local travel and lunch expenses and provide access to training and resources.