Community volunteers volunteer roles in strawberry hill, greater london
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We are a small, friendly, place-based funder seeking up to 3 new volunteer Trustees to take us into the next decade.
Opportunity – Volunteer Trustee (we have 10 currently)
Location – London Bridge/Borough High Street SE1 (hybrid meetings, in-person encouraged)
Salary - Voluntary (Reasonable expenses reimbursed)
Hours – equivalent to 1 day per month
Trustees attend 4 required board meetings each year in March, June, September, December. We also encourage attendance at our quarterly Finance Committee and/or occasional grant assessment meetings. All are hybrid meetings run from our office near to London Bridge SE1.
About Us
Wakefield Tetley Trust is a long-established grant-maker working in Tower Hamlets, Southwark and the City of London since 2008 as a joint entity, originally created in the 1930’s as two separate charities. We support people in need by funding local charities and community groups who work with individuals and communities who are marginalised or disadvantaged, for example because they have difficulty in accessing resources, face discrimination or may experience poorer social, economic and health outcomes. In 2024 the Trust made grants of £213,152 towards work in support of our aims.
The opportunity
We are looking for up to 3 community-minded individuals who might live or work in our area of benefit. You will be keen to engage in high quality grant-making through informed understanding of the needs and challenges facing the charities and communities that we support. We always need to add to our professional skill base so if you have experience relating to governance, finance, property, strategic and operational management, that is equally welcome. You’ll play a key part in developing our future plans and, as we are looking to incorporate in the next 12 months, you will play a part in achieving that and other changes.
Time Commitment
Being available, engaged and a sounding board for staff and other Trustees is just as important as attending 4 mandatory meetings each year. We hope you’d take up the opportunity to visit and meet with grant holder charities, and to develop your knowledge and intelligence of issues that affect people in our area of benefit.
Who You Are
We’re looking for up to three individuals who bring enthusiasm, knowledge or interest in the local area we cover (or willing to learn), commitment to sound governance and the intention to make high quality grant-making. You might have a specific social interest or issue that you want to champion, and you’ll be a collaborative team member of the Board.
We particularly welcome applications from people currently living or working in the London Boroughs of Southwark, Tower Hamlets or City of London.
We serve the people of Tower Hamlets, Southwark and the City of London by providing grants to local community-based charities and groups
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Last year 786,574 people were offered information and support from Victim Support. As a Service Delivery Volunteer you will provide specialist support services for people affected by crime.
Why volunteer with us?
- Make a difference - you will volunteer directly with victims and/or alongside staff.
- Gain skills and experience - you will receive training on how to provide practical and emotional support.
- Join our community - you will be part of a large community of over 1,500 volunteers and staff.
- Beyond your role – attend one or our many events/webinars and join one of our six Equality, Diversity & Inclusion networks.
Volunteering with Victim Support in Sussex
As a Volunteer in Sussex your role will include:
- Dealing with victims of Multi crime including; Assault, Burglary, Neighbourhood disputes
- Supporting and empowering victims and witnesses of crime
- Liaising with the Police, courts, housing trust and other partner agencies
What do we ask of you?
In order to join us as a Service Delivery Volunteer, you must:
- Be 18 years of age or over.
- Be able to volunteer for at least 3 hours per week, for at least 12 months.
- Undertake training over a 10-week period – this includes five virtual training days as well as completing a workbook and online learning modules.
- Undertake an enhanced DBS check & be part of the DBS update service.
- Be able to provide two satisfactory references.
- Have an active email address that you are comfortable using in order to engage with VS communications.
Expenses
- All Victim Support volunteers are entitled to out-of-pocket expenses incurred whilst volunteering, including travel and lunch.
Diversity Matters
- VS strives to represent the diverse communities we serve and are passionate about creating an environment where all staff and volunteers feel respected and heard. Being a diverse organisation with an inclusive culture is integral to us being able to meet our aim of ensuring that anyone who is a victim of crime gets the support they need.
- VS is also a Disability Confident Employer and we provide a Guaranteed Interview Scheme for candidates that are disabled and meet all essential criteria for a role.
- We are happy to make reasonable adjustments to support you through the application process.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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Cheerer Volunteering at the 2025 Royal Parks Half Marathon
Would you like to have a great day out, while supporting Shelter’s fundraisers?
Information about the role
The main thing we need you to do is cheer! You will be a vital part of race day, supporting 282 Shelter runners from the side lines. You’ll need to help create a high energy, friendly atmosphere, motivating everyone on race day to do their best.
Volunteering at this event is also an opportunity to have fun, meet new people and experience some wonderful community spirit whilst contributing towards our mission.
Date: Sunday 12th October 2025
Time: 09:00-12:30
Location: Somewhere along the race route, exact locations to be confirmed
This role fights the housing emergency by creating an inspirational buzz and providing much needed support to our fantastic runners, helping them in their mission to raise money for our Fight for Home.
Benefits of volunteering with Shelter
Volunteers are essential to Shelter’s mission to end housing injustice. We welcome volunteers from all backgrounds. The insights and life experiences our volunteers bring to Shelter are valued as much as their contribution through volunteering.
We aim to provide our volunteers with a positive experience. This is by prioritising accessibility and tailoring the support we provide to the needs of the individual. We make sure our policies and processes are equitable, which means that no-one is unfairly disadvantaged while volunteering because of their background or identity.
Next steps
If you would like to volunteer at this event, click ‘fill in an application’. After you have applied, we’ll be in touch to say hi and discuss the volunteering opportunity further.
Please note, you will be asked to declare any unspent convictions. Having a criminal record does not automatically mean that you cannot volunteer with us but it may limit the different ways that you can get involved. Please get in touch if you require more information.
NEUROMANCERS is a peer-led organisation providing autonomous, abolitionist, and accessible mental health care for and by the neurodivergent+ community.
NEUROMANCERS was founded in 2021 by then-fifteen-year-old Aiyana Goodfellow in response to the lack of politicised community spaces for neurodivergent individuals. After years of incredible work, we are re-launching in 2025 in our new and improved form.
We are...
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Youth Founded
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Black Led & Centred
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LGBTQ+ Led & Centred
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UK Based & Globally Grounded
Volunteer Coordinator
The Volunteer Coordinator will oversee and support the Research Collective, Care Practice Collective (Peer Support), Media Team, and Membership Team, ensuring volunteers feel valued and engaged. This role involves team management, volunteer support, and fostering a positive volunteer experience.
Key Responsibilities:
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Team Management:
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Oversee all volunteer teams across NEUROMANCERS.
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Ensure volunteers are aligned with organisational goals and tasks.
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Volunteer Support:
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Facilitate a monthly drop-in session or one-to-one check-ins with volunteers as needed.
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Act as a point of contact for volunteer questions, concerns, and feedback.
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General Support:
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Assist with onboarding new volunteers.
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Collaborate with the Administrative & Operational Assistant to streamline volunteer-related processes.
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Ideal Candidate:
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Able to gain a fast understanding of how NEUROMANCERS works and our community programs.
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Experience in volunteer coordination or team management.
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Strong interpersonal and communication skills, flexible to different access needs, and prompt at responding.
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Empathetic and supportive, with the ability to motivate and engage volunteers.
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Organized and able to manage multiple tasks effectively.
NEUROMANCERS is a peer-led organisation providing autonomous, abolitionist, and accessible mental health care for and by the neurodivergent+ community
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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Volunteer Events Coordinator Wanted
Are you a creative planner with a knack for bringing people together?
The Principality of Scotia is building a vibrant community, and The Scotia Foundation is looking for a passionate volunteer to serve as our Events Coordinator. This is a unique opportunity to design and execute memorable experiences that will unite our global community and celebrate our culture.
Your vision will be vital in creating the moments that define our shared story.
The Role
As our volunteer Events Coordinator, you will be responsible for conceptualising, planning, and managing a variety of community gatherings, both virtual and (in the future) physical.
Your key duties will include:
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Brainstorming and developing a calendar of engaging events, such as virtual meetups, webinars, cultural showcases, and community-building workshops.
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Coordinating all logistical details, including scheduling, promoting, and moderating online events.
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Collaborating with other volunteers to ensure each event is a success.
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Gathering feedback from attendees to continuously improve our event offerings.
Who We're Looking For
We're seeking an organised and enthusiastic individual who:
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Has a passion for event planning and a flair for creativity.
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Is reliable and detail-oriented, with excellent time management skills.
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Is a strong communicator, able to work with a team to make ideas a reality.
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Is passionate about The Principality of Scotia's vision and building a strong community.
What You'll Gain
This is more than a volunteer role—it's a chance to make a tangible impact. You will:
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Gain hands-on experience in planning and executing events from start to finish.
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Build a unique and impressive project for your professional portfolio.
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Network with dedicated and passionate individuals from around the world.
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Help shape the cultural and social heart of a new micronation.
Ready to help us create our first events?
How to Apply
To apply, please send a brief message outlining your interest and any relevant experience.
We can't wait to see your ideas!
THE
SCOTIA
FOUNDATION
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Actively Interviewing
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We have a fantastic opportunity for a Volunteer Car Drivers to join our team based in Surrey.
Are you ready to make a meaningful impact in your community? Join us as a Patient Transport Volunteer Driver and become a vital part of our Patient Transport Service in your local area. Your commitment will ensure that vulnerable patients can access essential medical appointments on time with ease and comfort.
Our volunteer team is a diverse blend of individuals united by a shared desire to make a positive difference in their communities.
As a volunteer, you'll be the friendly face that patients rely on during their journey to appointments. Your role is simple yet profoundly impactful: providing safe and reliable transportation, while offering reassurance and support during a challenging time in their lives.
No prior experience is necessary - just bring your caring attitude, a 4-5 door car, and some spare time. Whether you're available from the crack of dawn or prefer flexible hours that fit around your schedule, every contribution counts.
By volunteering, you will experience the fulfilment of giving back to your community and supporting the NHS. Join our growing team of compassionate volunteers who are dedicated to enhancing patient care and making a real difference in people's lives.
What benefits can you expect?
·50p per mile with reimbursement for approved expenses
·The chance to make a tangible difference in your local community
·Be a part of our excellent EMED Volunteer Team
·Comprehensive induction, training, and ongoing support
·Opportunities to connect with new people
Other duties include:
·Drive patients to non-emergency appointments
·Assist individuals in accessing vital hospital services
·Coordinate with our dispatch teams for seamless operations
·Foster positive relationships within the community
·Enjoy the autonomy of volunteering independently while knowing you have the backing of a supportive team
What we're looking for:
·A valid driving licence with (no more than 6 penalty points)
·A friendly and empathetic demeanour
·Access to a 4 door (minimum) car
·Alignment with our organization's values
·Basic IT skills (like the use of smartphone)
Please note that this role will be subject to several regulatory pre-employment checks, and you will be asked to provide details of your full employment history should you be invited to an interview. Your HMRC record, available to download from the Government Gateway may help you in preparing this information when required.
Our Values
Collaborative – we work as one team with a shared purpose to meet the needs of our patients, passengers, colleagues, customers, communities, and the planet.
Agile – We listen, learn and adapt to improve the business, each other, and ourselves.
Reliable – We do what we say we will do, we take responsibility and we behave with integrity.
Empowered – We are confident and committed to taking responsibility to deliver the highest quality service.
About Us
The exciting merger of ERS Medical and E-Zec Medical has enabled us to rebrand, therefore as a combined business we are now known as EMED Group. We are the largest Patient Transport and Care Partner to the NHS with more than 3000 colleagues across 60 depots. Our ambition is to continue developing transport services that improve the health and wellbeing for people across our local communities by providing transport that supports patient care, community support, secure mental health and medical courier services.
EMED Group are committed to providing equal opportunities and we endeavour to provide an inclusive and safe working culture for all.
A thriving team committed to pro-actively improving the wellbeing of our communities by enabling access to vital health and care services.


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Actively Interviewing
This organisation is scheduling interviews as applications come in. They're ready to hire as soon as they find the right person. Don't miss your opportunity, apply now!
What we're looking for
We're looking for enthusiastic, creative and organised people across the nation to be a Community Fundraising Volunteer. Around 90 per cent of our income comes from our supporters and we couldn't continue doing what we do without them. That means, our community fundraising volunteers play a really important part in rallying people together to raise vital funds which help to protect children and prevent abuse.
What you'll do
You'll volunteer without regular time commitments, ‘as and when' volunteering! Engage with the public, organisations and local communities – promoting a positive image of the NSPCC! You'll be a valued part of one of our Volunteer Community Fundraising Teams across the UK, raising awareness and funds. We appreciate that work, family and friends come first and, with that in mind, this role offers flexibility to fit in with your lifestyle. You only need to commit to a couple of hours a month, but if you want to do more that would be great.
What you'll get
We'll support you with advice, skills and tools to help you fundraise and spread the word of the NSPCC. You'll learn more about how you're helping to protect children across the UK, and you'll have the opportunity to grow your skills and inspire others to support us. It's also a chance to spend time with like-minded people and make new friends.
Who's right for the role?
While we think this role is suitable for a whole range of people, we are particularly looking for those with the following qualities and experiences.
- Passionate about helping young people and children
- Enthusiastic and personable
- Strong organisational skills
- Able to think on your feet
- You work well within a team
- Great communication and social skills
We are currently unable to accept applications from under 18's to this role, please view our other volunteering opportunities.
Interested in getting involved? Volunteer today and join our fight for every childhood.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
EI&P is a multidisciplinary team that provides advocacy and counselling to CYP survivors of VAWG, as well as education and training to CYP, parents, and professionals.
About the role
The EI&P Volunteer will support the team, with particular focus on the development and update of educational programmes and resources for POW and Community Engagement. This will include:
- Support research into new legislation and literature to ensure our programmes are up to date.
- Support the creation of educational resources including presentations, learning booklets, leaflets, etc.
- Support development of session plans.
- Support the development of feedback and programme evaluation tools.
- Ensuring programmes and resources are accessible to a wide range of audiences and needs.
- Supporting other members of the team.
- Identifying and reaching out to relevant external professionals to raise awareness of our services and referral pathway.
Who are we looking for?
- Knowledge of HRSE
- Some previous experience developing educational materials.
- Some previous research experience.
- Some previous facilitation experience.
- Expert use of Office packages, including PowerPoint, Publisher, or comparable platforms.
- Passionate about education as a key to change VAWG narratives.
- Clear Understanding of VAWG issues, intersectional feminism, and handling of sensitive information, confidentiality, safeguarding.
What can you gain from this opportunity?
As part of this role you will have the opportunity to:
- Work as part of a multidisciplinary team towards early intervention and prevention of VAWG.
- Access professional trainings.
- Acquire tangible experience and knowledge in the development and delivery of educational programmes and resources directed at CYP, parents, and professionals.
- Shadow opportunities around facilitation, 1:1 advocacy, as well as other departments the Volunteer might be interested in.
- Flexible time-commitment and possibility to work from home.
- Target skill development and mentorship.
- Professional supervisions with the service manager.
Solace exists to end the harm done through gender-based violence. Our aim is to work to prevent violence and abuse.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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Are you passionate about making a real impact through sport and mental health? VSS (Virtual Soccer Schools) is looking for a proactive and driven Volunteer Fundraising Lead to help shape and deliver our fundraising strategy.
This is a fantastic opportunity to play a key role in an organisation that empowers the next generation through innovative programs combining football and mental health support. As our Fundraising Lead, you’ll help secure the resources we need to grow—whether through commercial sponsorship, or corporate, trust, and foundation income.
We’re looking for someone who is:
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Experienced or enthusiastic about fundraising and relationship-building
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Passionate about community development and youth empowerment
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Strategic, self-motivated, and great at seeing opportunities for impact
Time Commitment:
Part-time, volunteer basis—approx. one day per week, with flexibility around your schedule.
Join us in using football as a force for good. Apply now and help drive meaningful change.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Actively Interviewing
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Volunteer Opportunity: Event Volunteer
Bring the Energy That Inspires, Connects, and Celebrates Young Lives!!!
Are you someone who thrives in dynamic spaces, loves bringing people together, and believes in the power of community events to spark change?
Remix Youth Charity is looking for Event Volunteers to help us create unforgettable experiences that uplift, empower, and connect young people across London.
About Remix Youth Charity
We’re a new youth social mobility charity based in London, supporting young people from disadvantaged backgrounds with the skills, experiences, and confidence they need to thrive. Through mentorship, opportunities, and positive role models, we help build the life toolbox for success.
Your Mission
As an Event Volunteer, you’ll help us bring our mission to life through vibrant workshops, community days, info sessions, and celebration events that showcase the power of youth potential.
What You’ll Do
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Support the planning and delivery of youth-focused events.
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Help with setup, logistics, and welcoming attendees.
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Capture impact through photos, stories, and feedback.
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Create a fun, inclusive, and safe environment for all participants.
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Be a friendly face and positive presence throughout each event.
What We’re Looking For
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Enthusiasm, reliability, and a love for community engagement.
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Great people skills and a warm, approachable attitude.
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Ability to think on your feet and work as part of a team.
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Passion for youth empowerment and social justice.
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Experience in events, hospitality, or youth work (bonus but not essential).
What You’ll Gain From Volunteering With Us
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Hands-on experience in event planning and delivery.
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Opportunities to meet inspiring young people and changemakers.
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A chance to be part of something joyful, impactful, and real.
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The satisfaction of knowing your energy helped make it all happen.
Ready to help us turn moments into movements?
Let’s create events that leave young people feeling seen, celebrated, and inspired.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Actively Interviewing
This organisation is scheduling interviews as applications come in. They're ready to hire as soon as they find the right person. Don't miss your opportunity, apply now!
Who are we?
We are Buttons & Bubbles CIC. We are dedicated to increasing inclusion and representation across society for disabled families.
What are we looking for?
We are looking for people who can help us apply and increase our funding. We cannot do our valuable work without funding. This role can be done from home, with no rota system and how much of your time you give up is completely up to you. We truly appreciate whatever time your able to offer.
Who are we looking for?
- May have past experience gaining funding or fundraising in the community sector
- Come from a legal background or training.
- Studying law or similar subjects
- Come from a corporate background
- A willingness to learn is essential, experience isn’t although helpful.
What do we expect?
- Must be willing to undertake our training programme which will be done virtually and at a time to suit you.
- Have a basic DBS check (preferably be on the update system)
- 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).
- A positive attitude to disability and illness. We are happy to answer
- questions on this.
Interested?
Email us and lets chat!
If you have any accommodations you need us to make please speak to us. Any information you provide will be kept in the strictest of confidence.
To increase inclusion and representation across society for disabled families.
Actively Interviewing
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Be the difference on your doorstep.
Compassionate Neighbours are trained volunteers offering friendship, support and listening ear to people living in their local community, sometimes with serious, long-term or terminal illness who often struggle with loneliness.
By popping round for a cup of tea or a friendly chat once a week you can make a world of difference. You will be a good listener, kind and have a genuine interest in other people.
As a Compassionate Neighbour Volunteer you’ll not only gain new skills, confidence, and social networks; you’ll be making a difference in your local community.
Full training and support is provided. Training for our next intake will be held at the Hospice on the following dates:
Saturdays 21 & 28 June 2025, 9.30am – 3.30pm
If you are unable to attend those, we have scheduled training later on:
Tuesday 16 September & Friday 19 September 2025, 9.30am – 3.30pm
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About Us
We are a new and powerful Black-led Community Interest Company (CIC) committed to transforming the lives of Black British Caribbean individuals through radical truth-telling, storytelling, cultural healing, and justice. Our flagship platform is a podcast that provides a safe, supportive space for survivors of childhood sexual trauma in the Black British Caribbean community to speak their truth—uncensored, unapologetically, and with purpose.
We aim to remain free at the point of access for our community—no fees, no paywalls. To sustain our mission, we are building a foundation of long-term, strategic grant funding to cover our staffing, outreach, healing programs, podcast production, and more.
We’re now seeking a Strategic Grant Writer to join our founding team and help build the financial engine that drives this vital work.
Role Overview
This is a pivotal volunteer-to-permanent role ideal for someone who is highly experienced in grant writing or fundraising strategy and wants to be part of a revolutionary, culturally rooted mission. You will be responsible for building and implementing a sustainable grants funding strategy to ensure the organisation’s monthly operational costs are continuously covered through grants—from core costs to project funding.
This is not a short-term or one-off bid-writing role. We’re looking for someone who sees themselves as part of our long-term journey. Once funding is secured, this role will transition into a paid, full-time strategic position with competitive salary and creative freedom.
Key Responsibilities
Grant Strategy & Pipeline Development
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Design and implement a rolling grants calendar (monthly/quarterly cycles) to maintain consistent income.
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Research suitable grant opportunities from trusts, foundations, government funds, corporate social responsibility programs, and philanthropic funds.
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Write compelling grant applications that reflect the lived experiences, voice, and mission of the CIC.
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Maintain a master funding tracker including deadlines, submission statuses, and post-award reporting requirements.
Sustainable Income Planning
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Secure multi-year and unrestricted core funding for staff salaries, podcast production, outreach, and operational costs.
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Build a diversified portfolio of income sources to avoid reliance on a single stream.
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Contribute to the CIC’s 12-month and 3-year funding roadmap.
Relationship Management & Reporting
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Develop and maintain strong relationships with funders and stakeholders.
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Draft reports, budgets, and evaluation summaries for successful bids.
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Help develop case studies, impact statements, and community data that support future applications.
Collaboration & Communication
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Work closely with the Founder and Outreach & Partnerships Specialist to ensure funding goals align with service delivery.
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Attend monthly in-person CIC team meetings in London (refreshments and travel covered).
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Communicate progress, needs, and milestones transparently and collaboratively.
Ideal Candidate
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You are an experienced grant writer or fundraiser with a strong track record of securing five- and six-figure funds from UK-based funders.
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You have a deep understanding of core vs project funding, unrestricted income, and funder priorities in the UK voluntary/charity/CIC space.
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You are familiar with funders such as: National Lottery, Arts Council England, Paul Hamlyn Foundation, Esmée Fairbairn, Tudor Trust, City Bridge Trust, etc.
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You are passionate about racial justice, trauma recovery, and systemic change—and can translate this into compelling narratives.
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You are a self-starter, capable of managing your time, working independently, and contributing to team-wide strategies.
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You are committed to seeing this project through and desire a long-term, principal role in the organisation.
⏰ Role Details
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Location: Remote (with monthly in-person meeting in Greater London)
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Time Commitment: Approx. 2-3 days per week to begin with, flexible hours
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Duration: 3–6 month volunteer phase, with pathway to full-time salaried employment
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Expenses: Travel & refreshments covered for monthly meetings
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Perks:
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First access to paid leadership role as soon as funding is secured
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Full credit and recognition across platforms
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Access to CIC wellness and development programmes
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CPD, mentoring, and professional endorsement
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Influence in shaping a national movement of healing and truth-telling
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Why This Role Matters
This is not a fundraising job for a generic cause. It’s a rare opportunity to join a purpose-led cultural movement from the ground up. You will be the architect of a system that makes it possible to heal a generation—without barriers, bureaucracy, or silence.
We’re building something revolutionary. If you want to be part of it, apply today and show us your heart, your vision, and your strategy.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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London City Mission (LCM) shares the gospel alongside the local church of London, equipping everyday Christians to lovingly bring a message of hope in Christ to those least likely to hear it.
Webber Street is LCM’S Day Centre for people who are homeless - based just around the corner from Waterloo station. We welcome up to 70 guests a day - we seek to give them not only relief from life on the streets, but also help in taking the first step out of homelessness.
We also seek to meet the emotional and spiritual needs of guests, as well as the physical ones, to help restore some of the dignity that life on the streets has taken from them and to share the life-transforming news of Jesus!
Role Description:
Morning Volunteer (Mondays to Thursdays 8:00-12:30)
This role involves serving our guests breakfast at our morning sessions when we usually have around 60-80 guests each session. Our volunteers come from many walks of life, backgrounds and church traditions, we want to make the best use of your gifts to connect with all of our guests and provide relevant support to them.
No. of volunteers required: 3 each morning
Afternoon Volunteer (Mondays to Thursdays 13:00-16:00)
You can also join us in helping at our weekly afternoon sessions when we have a smaller number of guests. Perhaps you have a gift of listening and coming alongside others; maybe you have artistic gifts where you can come up with new ideas for art and crafts activities and taking the lead in making these happen; maybe you have the skills to help the men with their CVs; maybe you like to show hospitality in welcoming our guests or have a heart serve drinks and refreshments; you can also join or be the lead of our weekly Bible Group.
Our weekly afternoon schedule are as follows:
Mondays- Arts group
Wednesdays- Bible group
Thursdays- Drop in (fortnightly)
No. of volunteers required: 2 each afternoon
Women only space (Fridays 9:00-12:30)
This is a designated safe space for women guests which operates once per week at our centre. You can join our team if you would like to support our women guests.
Note: This is for female volunteers only
Centre Team
This role involves supporting the centre practically by working in our clothes store, assisting in the kitchen, and doing other practical jobs around the building such as maintenance. It's a hands-on type of role but a vital part of the ongoing ministry of Webber Street.
General Tasks
The role of volunteers at Webber Street Day Centre is to welcome and care for our guests from homeless communities. You will help to ensure smooth operation of the Day Centre by preparing the space and leaving, to help with respective activities based on its weekly programme. Specific duties will include some of the following:
Morning sessions:
o Meeting and welcoming the people who come to Webber Street Day Centre
o Assisting our staff and other volunteers in preparing the room for our guests and leaving it clean and tidy at the end of the session
o Socialising and chatting with those who attend
o Having gospel conversations with our guests
o Praying with guests at their request
o Signposting guests to where they can get help and advice
Afternoon sessions:
o Similar to the tasks in morning session, while volunteer may lead or help with art and craft activities, lead or help with bible group, welcoming guests and help with refreshments.
About You
We are looking for Christians have a compassionate heart to care for those on the margins of society and want to put their faith into action by serving.
We want to make the best use of your gifts and experience, as well as finding a time that fits with your schedule, so we’ll work with you to define how we can serve best. We have volunteers commit to come weekly, fortnightly or monthly etc.
You should be comfortable sharing your faith with guests at natural opportunities.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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Chatterbox Befrienders offer one-to-one telephone support and will call a client once a week offering companionship and a listening ear for an individual who might otherwise go unheard. Chatterbox volunteers befriend a variety of people including carers, socially isolated individuals who are struggling with loneliness, people with ill health and those that
have been bereaved.
THIS ROLE COULD BE FOR YOU IF:
- Would like to make a real difference in someone’s life
- Want to challenge loneliness and can commit to a weekly phone call
- Are a good listener
- Are empathetic, patient and of a caring nature
- Have good verbal and inter-personal communication skills
- Recognise the importance of confidentiality and can uphold this in practice
- Are committed to inclusion and treating people with dignity and respect
REQUIREMENTS OF A BEFRIENDER INCLUDE:
- Calling your client once a week for a chat of up to 45 minutes; this is a 26 week initial commitment, at the end of which each client’s needs are reviewed
- Completing an online call log record promptly after each phone call
- Ensuring immediate contact with the Chatterbox Coordinators if you feel that the client might be a risk to themselves or others
- Liaising with the Chatterbox Coordinator on a regular basis regarding the service, as well as discussing personal learning and development needs
- Respecting service standards, appropriate boundaries and recognising the range of policies and procedures that impact on befriending vulnerable adults
BENEFITS OF THE ROLE MAY INCLUDE:
- Knowing you are making a difference to someone’s life
- Joining the Omega Team who are taking action against loneliness and isolation
- An opportunity to enhance your CV or learn new skills
- An opportunity to engage with your community
SUPPORT AND TRAINING PROVIDED:
- Omega Chatterbox induction program
- Safeguarding training
- Ongoing support from Chatterbox Coordinators for all questions, concerns, and support
- Out of pocket expenses are reimbursed and a mobile phone can be provided if appropriate
- Monthly Befriender group support meetings via the Zoom app
LOCATION OF THE ROLE:
- Home-based
WHEN ARE YOU NEEDED:
- Provided on enquiry
A Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check is required for this role. If you have a criminal record this does not automatically prevent you from being considered as an Omega Chatterbox Befriender. We will take into account the nature of the offence, when it happened and whether it is relevant to the voluntary role. If you are shortlisted, this will be discussed with you during the recruitment process.
Omega is a registered charity dedicated to reducing social isolation and loneliness.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.