Head of volunteer volunteer roles in Lambeth, greater london

Nurture the Spirit of Opportunity!!!

At Unlock YOUR Potential, we believe that an "accident of birth" shouldn’t dictate a person’s destination. We are a new London-based charity dedicated to breaking the cycle of deprivation through holistic employability, wellbeing, and mentoring programmes.

We have the vision; now we need the safety net of support.

The Mission

We are looking for a compassionate and strategic Volunteer Head of Wellbeing. You won’t just be "offering advice"—you will be the architect of our holistic support system. You will design the frameworks that help our participants manage the stress, anxiety, and trauma often associated with long-term deprivation, ensuring they have the mental resilience to pursue their dreams.

What You’ll Do:

• Wellbeing Architect: Design and oversee a wellbeing curriculum that includes mental health awareness, stress management, and self-care strategies.

• Resilience Lead: Create "safe spaces" and support groups (virtual or in-person) that foster a sense of community and belonging.

• Holistic Integration: Collaborate with the Head of Life Skills and Head of Employability to ensure our participants' mental health is prioritized at every stage of their career journey.

• Strategic Leadership: Advise the board on best practices for trauma-informed support and participant safeguarding.

What’s in it for you?

• Deep Human Impact: Directly contribute to the mental and emotional healing of adults in London’s most underserved communities.

• Foundational Leadership: Build a modern, inclusive wellbeing function from the ground up for a growing charity.

• Flexibility: A high-impact, remote-friendly leadership role that respects your professional boundaries.

The Essentials:

• Experience in Mental Health, Counseling, Psychology, Wellbeing Coaching, or Social Work.

• A deep, empathetic understanding of how poverty and systemic inequality impact mental health.

• The ability to design accessible, non-clinical wellbeing interventions for diverse audiences.

• A few hours a week to help us protect the potential of our community.

HELP US Unlock Potential and Breakdown Barriers!

Urban Youth – Volunteer Head of Youth Services

Lead a Community That Transforms Young Lives

Urban Youth is building a bold, creative and inclusive youth offer for young people aged 10–25 across London. We’re now seeking a Volunteer Head of Youth Services — a visionary leader who can help shape, guide and elevate our youth work practice as we grow.

If you’re passionate about empowering young people, driving high‑quality youth work, and building a service rooted in community, creativity and belonging, this is your moment to make a lasting impact.

The Role: Lead, Shape and Inspire Urban Youth’s Services

As our Volunteer Head of Youth Services, you will:

• Lead the development and delivery of Urban Youth’s youth work programmes.

• Ensure our work is safe, inclusive, empowering and aligned with best practice.

• Champion youth voice, participation and co‑creation across all programmes.

• Support and guide volunteers delivering universal, targeted, detached, outreach and digital youth work.

• Drive quality, safeguarding and continuous improvement.

• Build partnerships that open opportunities for young people.

• Help shape a youth offer that is creative, culturally relevant and community‑powered.

Your leadership will help us create “safe, inspiring spaces” where young people can grow, express themselves and feel seen.

The Types of Youth Work You Will Oversee

Urban Youth delivers a full National Youth Agency‑aligned youth work offer. As Head of Youth Services, you will guide and strengthen:

1. Universal / Open Access Youth Work

Youth clubs, creative spaces, youth councils — open to all young people.

2. Targeted Youth Support (TYS)

Focused support for vulnerable young people aged 10–21 (up to 25), helping them overcome barriers, improve wellbeing and avoid negative outcomes such as involvement in crime or becoming NEET.

3. Detached Youth Work

Meeting young people where they are — parks, estates, streets, cafés — to engage those who don’t attend centre‑based provision.

4. Outreach Youth Work

Connecting young people back into our universal programmes and wider opportunities.

5. Specialist / Targeted Provision

Intensive support around mental health, identity, sexual health, substance misuse and other specific needs.

6. Digital Youth Work

Using digital platforms, social media and online spaces to engage young people creatively and safely.

Your leadership will ensure these approaches remain high‑quality, youth‑led and rooted in empowerment.

Who We’re Looking For

You’ll thrive in this role if you:

• Have experience in youth work, youth services, safeguarding or community leadership.

• Understand the issues affecting young people from diverse backgrounds.

• Can inspire, motivate and support volunteers delivering frontline youth work.

• Are committed to reflective practice, inclusion and continuous improvement.

• Value youth voice, co‑creation and partnership working.

• Can think strategically while staying grounded in community needs.

• Are resilient, adaptable and passionate about improving outcomes for young people.

A formal youth work qualification is helpful but not essential — leadership, commitment and values matter most.

What’s In It For You

• A chance to shape the direction of a new youth movement.

• Leadership experience in a dynamic, community‑driven organisation.

• Opportunities to influence programme design, safeguarding and youth participation.

• A collaborative environment where your ideas genuinely matter.

• Flexible volunteering that fits around your schedule.

• The opportunity to make a meaningful, lasting difference to young people across London.

Our Commitment to Inclusion

Urban Youth is proudly inclusive. We welcome volunteers of all abilities and backgrounds. If you need adjustments at any stage, we will support you.

Ready to Lead With Purpose?

If you’re ready to help shape a youth service that empowers young people and strengthens communities, we’d love to hear from you.

Join Urban Youth.

Lead a movement that transforms lives.

Engineer the Engine of Opportunity!!!

At Unlock YOUR Potential, we believe that an "accident of birth" shouldn’t dictate a person’s destination. We are a new London-based charity dedicated to breaking the cycle of deprivation through holistic employability, wellbeing, and mentoring programmes.

We have the vision; now we need the roadmap to employment.

The Mission:

We are looking for a strategic and results-driven Volunteer Head of Employability to lead our flagship pillar. You won’t just be "fixing CVs"—you’ll be designing the curriculum and building the corporate partnerships that bridge the gap between untapped talent and London’s top employers.

What You’ll Do:

• Programme Architect: Refine and lead our employability curriculum, ensuring it meets the demands of the modern London job market.

• Corporate Matchmaker: Build a network of "Inclusive Employers" ready to provide placements, workshops, and career paths for our participants.

• Impact Measurement: Define what success looks like—tracking how our life skills and personal development programmes translate into real-world job offers.

• Strategic Leadership: Work alongside the founders to ensure our participants are not just "job-ready," but "career-resilient."

What’s in it for you?

• Systems Ownership: The rare chance to build an employability model from the ground up for a high-impact startup.

• Direct Social Impact: See the tangible results of your strategy as participants secure life-changing roles.

• Flexibility & Influence: A high-level leadership role that is remote-friendly and deeply collaborative.

The Essentials:

• Experience in Recruitment, Career Coaching, HR, or Vocational Training.

• A deep understanding of the London job market and the barriers facing those from deprived backgrounds.

• A "can-do" attitude with the ability to turn abstract potential into concrete employment.

• A few hours a week to help us dismantle systemic barriers.

HELP US Unlock Potential and Breakdown Barriers!

Architect the Foundation of Opportunity!!!

At Unlock YOUR Potential, we believe that an "accident of birth" shouldn’t dictate a person’s destination. We are a new London-based charity dedicated to breaking the cycle of deprivation through holistic employability, wellbeing, and mentoring programmes.

We have the vision; now we need the blueprint for personal growth.

The Mission:

We are looking for an inspiring and strategic Volunteer Head of Life Skills and Personal Development. You won’t just be "teaching workshops"—you will be designing the transformational journey that takes our participants from survival mode to thriving. You will empower adults with the soft skills, emotional intelligence, and self-belief needed to navigate life and the London workplace.

What You’ll Do:

• Curriculum Creator: Design and lead a suite of modules covering financial literacy, communication, critical thinking, and self-advocacy.

• Confidence Catalyst: Build frameworks that help participants dismantle the "imposter syndrome" often born from systemic deprivation.

• Holistic Integration: Ensure life skills seamlessly bridge the gap between our Wellbeing and Employability pillars.

• Strategic Leadership: Work with the founders to ensure our "personal development" isn't just a theory—it’s a life-changing practice.

What’s in it for you?

• Human Impact: See the immediate, visible transformation in the confidence and capability of our participants.

• Creative Freedom: Build a modern, non-academic personal development programme from the ground up.

• Flexibility: A high-impact, remote-friendly leadership role that fits around your professional life.

The Essentials:

• Experience in Coaching, Training, Education, or Personal Development.

• A deep understanding of the unique psychological and practical barriers faced by those from low-income backgrounds.

• Exceptional communication skills and the ability to simplify complex concepts.

• A few hours a week to help us turn potential into power.

HELP US Unlock Potential and Breakdown Barriers!

Become the Founding Head of Fundraising & Partnerships (Volunteer Role)

Help power a new movement for joy, connection, and community across London.

Loneliness is one of the quietest crises of our time — but at SUNSHINE, we believe in changing that story. We are a new loneliness and wellbeing charity with a bold mission: to bring people together, spark joy, nurture belonging, and create spaces where everyone feels seen, valued, and connected.

Our charity application is submitted. Our Trustees are in place. Our first pilot programmes are ready to launch. Now we are searching for a founding leader who can help us build the relationships, partnerships, and resources that will bring SUNSHINE to life.

This is not just a volunteer role. This is a chance to shape the future of a charity at the very beginning of its journey.

Could you be our first Head of Fundraising & Partnerships?

We’re looking for someone who understands the power of connection — someone who can tell our story with heart, build trust with partners, and inspire people to invest in a movement that brings joy and belonging back into communities.

You might be perfect for this if you bring:

• Warmth, confidence, and a natural ability to build relationships

• Experience or interest in fundraising, partnerships, or community engagement

• A storyteller’s instinct and a belief in the power of human connection

• Creativity, initiative, and a love of bringing people together around a shared purpose

• A collaborative spirit and a desire to help shape something meaningful from the ground up

As our founding Head of Fundraising & Partnerships, you’ll work closely with our Founder & CEO to build the networks, supporters, and opportunities that will help SUNSHINE grow and thrive.

What you’ll help us build

• A fundraising strategy rooted in joy, community, and impact.

• Partnerships with local organisations, businesses, and community groups who believe in our mission.

• Supporter journeys that make people feel valued, connected, and part of something bigger.

• Campaigns and events that bring people together and raise both funds and awareness.

• A sustainable foundation for SUNSHINE’s long-term growth and legacy.

Your leadership will help ensure that our programmes can flourish, our volunteers feel supported, and our communities feel the warmth of SUNSHINE.

Why SUNSHINE?

Because we believe in:

• Joy as a form of care

• Community as a source of strength

• Connection as a human right

• People as the heart of everything we do

If you’re someone who leads with purpose, builds relationships with heart, and wants to help power a movement that brightens lives, we would love to meet you.

Ready to help us bring more SUNSHINE into the world?

Let’s build something beautiful together — one partnership, one supporter, one community at a time.

SUNSHINE

The Loneliness and Wellbeing Charity

Become the Founding Head of Marketing, Campaigns & Communication (Volunteer Role)

Shape the voice, story, and spirit of a new movement for joy and connection across London.

Loneliness is one of the quietest crises of our time — but at SUNSHINE, we believe in rewriting that story. We are a new loneliness and wellbeing charity with a bold mission: to bring people together, spark joy, nurture belonging, and create spaces where everyone feels seen, valued, and connected.

Our charity application is submitted. Our Trustees are in place. Our first pilot programmes are ready to launch. Now we are searching for a founding leader who can help us share SUNSHINE with the world.

This is not just a volunteer role. This is a chance to shape the identity, voice, and public presence of a charity at the very beginning of its journey.

Could you be our first Head of Marketing, Campaigns & Communication?

We’re looking for someone who understands the power of storytelling — someone who can translate emotion into action, community spirit into campaigns, and human connection into a message that resonates across London.

You might be perfect for this if you bring:

• Creativity, imagination, and a love of crafting compelling stories

• Experience or interest in marketing, communications, campaigns, or branding

• A natural ability to connect with people and communicate with warmth

• A collaborative spirit and a passion for community-led change

• Energy, initiative, and a desire to help build something meaningful from the ground up

As our founding Head of Marketing, Campaigns & Communication, you’ll work closely with our Founder & CEO to shape how SUNSHINE speaks, shares, inspires, and grows.

What you’ll help us create

• A clear, uplifting brand identity that feels joyful, welcoming, and unmistakably SUNSHINE.

• Campaigns that spark conversation, connection, and community involvement.

• Marketing materials that bring our programmes to life and help people feel part of something bigger.

• A digital presence that radiates warmth, hope, and belonging.

• Stories that celebrate volunteers, participants, and the communities we serve.

• A movement powered by communication that feels human, heartfelt, and hopeful.

Your leadership will help shape how people discover SUNSHINE, how they understand our mission, and how they choose to get involved.

Why SUNSHINE?

Because we believe in:

• Joy as a form of care

• Community as a source of strength

• Connection as a human right

• People as the heart of everything we do

If you’re someone who leads with creativity, communicates with heart, and wants to help build a movement that brightens lives, we would love to meet you.

Ready to help us bring more SUNSHINE into the world?

Let’s build something beautiful together — one story, one campaign, one community at a time.

SUNSHINE

The Loneliness and Wellbeing Charity

Become the Founding Head of SUNSHINE Services (Volunteer Role)

Lead the programmes that bring joy, connection, and community back to London.

Loneliness is one of the quietest crises of our time — but at SUNSHINE, we believe in rewriting that story. We are a new loneliness and wellbeing charity with a bold mission: to bring people together, spark joy, nurture belonging, and create spaces where everyone feels seen, valued, and connected.

Our charity application is submitted. Our Trustees are in place. Our first pilot programmes are ready to launch. Now we are looking for a founding leader who wants to shape the heart of our work.

This is not just a volunteer role. This is a chance to design the experiences that will define a movement.

Could you be our first Head of SUNSHINE Services?

We’re searching for someone who lights up at the idea of building programmes that genuinely change lives — someone who understands people, community, and the power of joyful connection.

You might be perfect for this if you bring:

• Warmth, empathy, and a people-first mindset

• Experience in community programmes, wellbeing, or social impact

• Creativity and curiosity about what makes people feel welcome and included

• A collaborative spirit and a love of co-creation

• Energy, initiative, and a desire to build something meaningful from the ground up

As our founding Head of SUNSHINE Services, you’ll work closely with our Founder & CEO to shape, deliver, and grow the programmes that sit at the heart of our mission.

What you’ll help us bring to life

• Pilot programmes that bring neighbours together — from coffee mornings to digital inclusion sessions to wellbeing workshops.

• Warm, welcoming spaces where joy and connection can flourish.

• A programme identity that feels uplifting, inclusive, and unmistakably SUNSHINE.

• Volunteer-led activities that empower communities to support one another.

• A service model that can grow across London and beyond.

Your leadership will help shape the experiences that people remember — the moments that lift spirits, build friendships, and restore hope.

Why SUNSHINE?

Because we believe in:

• Joy as a form of care

• Community as a source of strength

• Connection as a human right

• People as the heart of everything we do

If you’re someone who leads with purpose, cares deeply about people, and wants to build programmes that genuinely brighten lives, we would love to meet you.

Ready to help us bring more SUNSHINE into the world?

Let’s build something beautiful together — one moment, one gathering, one community at a time.

SUNSHINE

The Loneliness and Wellbeing Charity

Guide the Journey of Opportunity!!!

At Unlock YOUR Potential, we believe that an "accident of birth" shouldn’t dictate a person’s destination. We are a new London-based charity dedicated to breaking the cycle of deprivation through holistic employability, wellbeing, and mentoring programmes.

We have the vision; now we need the personal connection.

The Mission

We are looking for an empathetic and organised Volunteer Head of Mentoring and Life Coaching. You won’t just be "matching pairs"—you will be the architect of a world-class mentoring ecosystem. You will design the frameworks that turn professional Londoners into life-changing mentors, helping our participants bridge the gap between where they are and where they belong.

What You’ll Do:

• Mentor Architect: Design the recruitment, training, and matching process for our volunteer mentors and life coaches.

• Relationship Strategist: Create the "Mentoring Toolkit"—the structured guide that helps mentors support their mentees through the Employability and Life Skills pillars.

• Coaching Culture: Infuse life-coaching principles (goal setting, active listening, accountability) into the DNA of the charity.

• Strategic Leadership: Work with the founders to ensure every participant has a dedicated champion in their corner.

What’s in it for you?

• The Multiplier Effect: By building a mentoring network, your impact is multiplied through every mentor-mentee relationship you facilitate.

• Leadership at Ground Zero: Build a robust, scalable mentoring programme from scratch for a high-potential London startup.

• Flexibility: A high-impact, remote-friendly leadership role that fits around your professional schedule.

The Essentials:

• Experience in Professional Coaching, Mentoring Leadership, or Relationship Management.

• A deep understanding of how to motivate both mentors (busy professionals) and mentees (adults facing barriers).

• Exceptional "people skills" and the ability to spot the perfect match between two personalities.

• A few hours a week to help us build a community of champions.

HELP US Unlock Potential and Breakdown Barriers!

Build the Heart of Opportunity!!!

At Unlock YOUR Potential, we believe that an "accident of birth" shouldn’t dictate a person’s destination. We are a new London-based charity dedicated to breaking the cycle of deprivation through holistic employability, wellbeing, and mentoring programmes.

We have the vision; now we need the culture to sustain it.

The Mission:

We are looking for a strategic and empathetic Volunteer Head of People, Culture, and Talent to architect our human foundations. You won’t just be "filling roles"—you will be the guardian of our values, ensuring that our team (both staff and volunteers) is as empowered, diverse, and supported as the participants we serve.

What You’ll Do:

• Culture Architect: Define the internal "vibe" and values that make us a world-class place to volunteer and work.

• Talent Strategy: Lead the recruitment of passionate mentors and specialists who share our mission.

• Growth & Wellbeing: Design simple, effective frameworks for personal development and mental health, mirroring our external programmes for our internal team.

• Strategic Leadership: Act as a key advisor to the founders on all things "people."

What’s in it for you?

• Strategic Ownership: Lead the HR and Culture function for a social-impact startup from the ground up.

• Social Legacy: Directly influence the success of a charity tackling London's most pressing social mobility challenges.

• Flexibility: A high-impact, remote-friendly role that fits around your professional life.

The Essentials:

• Experience in HR, People Ops, or Talent Acquisition (Leadership experience is a plus).

• A "people-first" mindset with a deep understanding of diversity, equity, and inclusion.

• A passion for social mobility and a desire to dismantle systemic barriers.

• A commitment of a few hours a week to help us build a lasting legacy.

HELP US Unlock Potential and Breakdown Barriers!

Narrate the Story of Opportunity!!!

At Unlock YOUR Potential, we believe that an "accident of birth" shouldn’t dictate a person’s destination. We are a new London-based charity dedicated to breaking the cycle of deprivation through holistic employability, wellbeing, and mentoring programmes.

We have the vision; now we need the voice and the bridge.

The Mission

We are looking for a charismatic and strategic Volunteer Head of Growth & External Affairs. You won’t just be "posting on social media"—you will be the chief storyteller and connector. You will build the partnerships that fund us, the communications that inspire London, and the outreach networks that ensure we reach every adult who needs us.

What You’ll Do:

• Brand Storyteller: Lead our marketing and communications to put Social Mobility at the top of London’s agenda.

• Partnership Builder: Create strategic alliances with corporate partners, local authorities, and other non-profits.

• Community Catalyst: Design and lead our outreach strategy to ensure we are deeply rooted in the communities we serve.

• Strategic Growth: Work alongside the founders to scale our message and ensure our "potential" is visible to everyone from donors to participants.

What’s in it for you?

• High-Profile Influence: Shape the public face and the professional network of a rising London charity.

• Entrepreneurial Ownership: Build a multi-channel growth strategy from the ground up.

• Flexibility: A high-impact, remote-friendly leadership role that leverages your professional network for good.

The Essentials:

• Experience in Marketing, PR, Business Development, or Community Engagement.

• A "super-connector" personality with the ability to speak to CEOs and community leaders alike.

• A passion for social mobility and the creative spark to make our mission "go viral" in the right circles.

• A few hours a week to help us shout louder than the barriers our participants face.

HELP US Unlock Potential and Breakdown Barriers!

Overview:
Lead the design and delivery of all educational and life-skills programmes for children and young people. Ensure high-quality, inclusive learning experiences that promote wellbeing, confidence, and personal development.

Key Responsibilities:

• Design and oversee delivery of alternative education and life-skills programmes

• Line-manage tutors, youth mentors, and programme volunteers

• Develop curriculum materials and evaluation frameworks

• Build partnerships with schools, youth organisations, and local authorities

• Monitor safeguarding and child welfare in all sessions

• Report impact data and outcomes to the CEO and trustees

Skills & Experience:

• Background in education, youth work, or social development

• Experience managing staff or volunteers

• Strong understanding of safeguarding and child protection

• Excellent communication and organisational skills

• Creative, passionate, and able to motivate others

Reports to: Chief People Officer
Direct Reports: HRBP Lead, HR Managers
Team Structure: Six HR Teams (HRBP team, Recruitment, Learning & Development, Volunteer Relations, Policy, and Engagement) – supported by Senior HR Officers and HR Officers
Location: Remote, UK-based
Time Commitment: 12 months minimum | Part-time | Flexible hours

About the Role
We are seeking a volunteer Head of HR to lead and oversee our HR function at a pivotal time in YouthAdvantage UK’s ambition to become a registered charity.

Reporting into the Chief People Officer, you’ll provide strategic leadership to a multi-layered HR structure, directly managing our HRBP Lead and HR Managers, and overseeing five core teams that support the organisation’s people and culture strategy.

This is an ideal opportunity for an experienced HR leader who wants to give back by mentoring the next generation of HR professionals, shaping policy and practice, and helping us build a strong, inclusive, and values-led volunteer workforce across the UK.

Please note: This is a voluntary and unpaid role. There is no direct financial compensation or future paid opportunity attached.

Key Responsibilities
•Provide overall leadership to the HR function, ensuring alignment with the organisation’s mission and values.
•Manage and coach HRBP Lead and HR Managers to ensure smooth delivery across all people-related functions.
•Oversee and guide the five core HR teams:
oRecruitment – ensuring effective onboarding of skilled and diverse volunteers.
oLearning & Development – supporting volunteer upskilling and capability-building.
oVolunteer Relations – maintaining engagement, support, and wellbeing.
oPolicy – upholding inclusive, clear, and robust HR governance.
oEngagement – fostering culture, recognition, and retention.
•Partner with the Chief People Officer on strategic planning, workforce design, and key organisational initiatives.
•Lead succession planning and ensure continuity across all volunteer HR roles.
•Monitor performance and facilitate cross-team collaboration.
•Champion inclusive, accessible practices across the organisation.

What We're Looking For:
We’re looking for someone who’s experienced enough to hit the ground running and humble enough to grow with us. 
You’ll be most successful in this role if you have:
•Solid operational HR experience, ideally across generalist and specialist areas such as recruitment, employee relations/law, L&D, and policy.
•Previous line management experience, with a demonstrable record of supporting and developing HR team members or volunteers.
•A practical, sleeves-rolled-up approach - someone who is hands-on, accessible, and able to get things done in a busy, volunteer-led environment.
•A strategic mindset, but also the willingness to dig into day-to-day HR activity and problem-solving.
•A collaborative, coaching-ready attitude - this is a great opportunity for someone who has enough experience to stand on their own feet, but is open to being coached by the Chief People Officer to further develop their leadership style.
•Good communication and people skills, with the ability to work across different functions and with a wide range of volunteers.
•An interest in or understanding of the third sector and volunteer engagement is a bonus, but not essential.
•Experience working remotely or in hybrid teams is helpful.
•Above all, a genuine passion for youth empowerment and a belief in what we’re building at YouthAdvantage UK.

What You’ll Gain
•A chance to lead a national HR function with real-world complexity and purpose.
•The opportunity to mentor and develop emerging HR talent.
•Practical experience shaping HR strategy within the third sector.
•Recognition through:
oLinkedIn testimonial and reference
oA public thank you post
oPermission to list YouthAdvantage UK as an employer on your CV/LinkedIn
oA written reference upon completion of your commitment

Important Information
This role is completely voluntary. There is no financial payment, benefits, or employment status. It is ideal for experienced HR professionals looking to give back, stay active in leadership, or contribute to a values-led organisation in a meaningful way.

Apply Now
If you're ready to roll up your sleeves and help shape a dynamic, inclusive, and youth-focused volunteer organisation, we’d love to hear from you.

Become a Volunteering Manager at SUNSHINE (Volunteer Role)

Support, welcome, and empower the volunteers who bring joy and connection to communities across London.

Loneliness is one of the quietest crises of our time — but at SUNSHINE, we believe in rewriting that story. We are a new loneliness and wellbeing charity with a bold mission: to bring people together, spark joy, nurture belonging, and create spaces where everyone feels seen, valued, and connected.

Our charity application is submitted. Our Trustees are in place. Our first pilot programmes are ready to launch. Now we are looking for someone warm, organised, and people-focused to help us support the volunteers at the heart of SUNSHINE.

This is not just a volunteer role. This is a chance to shape the everyday experience of the people who make our mission possible.

Could you be our Volunteering Manager?

We’re searching for someone who loves working with people — someone who knows that volunteers thrive when they feel welcomed, supported, and appreciated.

You might be perfect for this if you bring:

• Warmth, empathy, and a natural ability to make people feel at ease

• Good organisation and communication skills

• A passion for community, wellbeing, and social impact

• A collaborative spirit and a willingness to get stuck in

• Energy, initiative, and a desire to help build something meaningful

As a Volunteering Manager, you’ll work closely with our Head of Volunteering & Training and our Founder & CEO to support volunteers across our programmes and help them feel confident, valued, and ready to shine.

What you’ll help us build

• A warm, welcoming volunteer experience from first contact to active involvement.

• Clear communication and support, ensuring volunteers always know where they’re needed and feel part of the team.

• Smooth volunteer coordination, leading on volunteer recruitment, selection, inductions and helping match people to roles that suit their strengths.

• A culture of appreciation, where volunteers feel recognised and celebrated.

• A joyful, people-powered movement that brings SUNSHINE into communities across London.

Your care and coordination will help volunteers feel confident, connected, and ready to make a real difference.

Why SUNSHINE?

Because we believe in:

• Joy as a form of care

• Community as a source of strength

• Connection as a human right

• People as the heart of everything we do

If you’re someone who leads with kindness, loves supporting others, and wants to help volunteers shine, we would love to meet you.

Ready to help us bring more SUNSHINE into the world?

Let’s build something beautiful together — one volunteer, one moment, one community at a time.

SUNSHINE

The Loneliness and Wellbeing Charity

Become a Wellbeing Services Manager at SUNSHINE (Volunteer Role)

Shape the wellbeing support that helps people feel seen, valued, and connected across London.

Loneliness is one of the quietest crises of our time — but at SUNSHINE, we believe in rewriting that story. We are a new loneliness and wellbeing charity with a bold mission: to bring people together, spark joy, nurture belonging, and create spaces where everyone feels seen, valued, and connected.

Our charity application is submitted. Our Trustees are in place. Our first pilot programmes are ready to launch. Now we are looking for someone compassionate, thoughtful, and grounded to help shape the wellbeing support at the heart of SUNSHINE.

This is not just a volunteer role. This is a chance to build the emotional and wellbeing foundations of a new movement.

Could you be our Wellbeing Services Manager?

We’re searching for someone who understands the importance of emotional safety — someone who knows that wellbeing grows when people feel listened to, supported, and welcomed without judgement.

You might be perfect for this if you bring:

• Warmth, empathy, and a natural ability to support others

• An interest or background in wellbeing, mental health, community support, or pastoral care

• Good organisation and communication skills

• A calm, reassuring presence and strong interpersonal awareness

• A collaborative spirit and a desire to help build something meaningful from the ground up

• A commitment to safe, compassionate, person‑centred practice

As a Wellbeing Services Manager, you’ll work closely with our Head of SUNSHINE Services, our Head of Volunteering & Training, and our Founder & CEO to ensure that every SUNSHINE programme feels safe, supportive, and emotionally nourishing.

What you’ll help us build

• A warm, safe wellbeing environment across all SUNSHINE programmes and activities.

• Guidance and support for volunteers, helping them feel confident when supporting participants.

• Clear wellbeing processes, including check‑ins, signposting, and safe practice.

• Supportive spaces where participants can share, connect, and feel uplifted.

• A culture of compassion, dignity, and emotional care at the heart of SUNSHINE’s work.

• A wellbeing approach that grows with the needs of communities across London.

Your care, insight, and leadership will help ensure that every person who walks into a SUNSHINE space feels held, supported, and valued.

Why SUNSHINE?

Because we believe in:

• Joy as a form of care

• Community as a source of strength

• Connection as a human right

• People as the heart of everything we do

If you’re someone who leads with kindness, listens deeply, and wants to help shape wellbeing support that truly brightens lives, we would love to meet you.

Ready to help us bring more SUNSHINE into the world?

Let’s build something beautiful together — one moment of care, one connection, one community at a time.

SUNSHINE

The Loneliness and Wellbeing Charity