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The Role
As a Flyer Distributor you will play a crucial role in helping to raise awareness about our services and events within the Enfield community. You will be responsible for disseminating promotional materials such as flyers, brochures, and event announcements to various locations within the Enfield area.
- Distribute promotional materials provided by Age UK Enfield to designated locations across the Enfield area. This may include community centers, libraries, local businesses, healthcare facilities, and other relevant locations.
- Engage with members of the public in a friendly and courteous manner while distributing flyers. Answer any questions they may have about Age UK Enfield's services and provide basic information about upcoming events or initiatives.
- Keep accurate records of the locations visited and the quantity of promotional materials distributed. Report back to the supervisor on to provide updates on distribution progress.
- Act as an ambassador for Age UK Enfield by promoting the organisation's mission, values, and services to the community. Help to increase brand recognition and visibility within the local area.
General Key Skills:
- Ability to work independently without constant supervision.
- Comfortable with walking and standing for long periods in various weather conditions.
- Maintaining professionalism and addressing public inquiries effectively.
- Reliable attendance and punctuality, with a strong sense of responsibility.
Time Commitment
2-4 hours Between 10 am - 2 pm (there are other volunteer opportunities available)
Requirements
A DBS Enhanced check will be required. Training to be provided around safeguarding.
Other Information
Please note: It is a unpaid position however travel costs and other volunteering expenses will be covered.
We're a local charity working in the community to support older people, their families and carers. We want everyone to be able to love later life.



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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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We are looking for a Volunteer Fundraiser to support our fundraising activities with the initial focus on Corporate Partnerships.
This role will play a key part in achieving our Vision where disabled children and young adults along with their families can together enjoy a rewarding life, which is fun, beneficial and above all fulfilling.
This post is subject to an enhanced disclosure application to the Disclosure and Barring Services.
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A bit about this role
Without the passionate and committed teams of volunteers across Cats Protection we wouldn’t be able to help the thousands of cats and kittens each year that rely on us for help. The purpose of this role is to support the organisation with communications and administration at a local level. You’ll play an active part in the branch committee and support the branch with record keeping and planning, thus enabling more cats to be helped.
What can you expect to be doing?
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Disseminating relevant organisation-wide information and updates to the branch volunteers
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Supporting engagement and communication between the branch and wider organisation
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Drafting committee meeting agendas and taking and sharing meeting minutes
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Supporting the efficient running of the branch by ensuring administration processes are carried out effectively
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Supporting the administration and update of the branch annual plan
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Sign-posting queries from members of the public
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Keeping branch records and information up to date and secure, using Cats Protection systems – training will be provided
What are the benefits to you and the cats?
You’ll make a real difference to the lives of cats and kittens by helping maintain positive communications, managing administration processes and promoting the work of Cats Protection. You will also meet new people, make new friends and be part of a dedicated team of volunteers.
We’re looking for someone with
- Strong administration skills and attention to detail
- Good communication skills
- Good organisation and prioritisation skills
- Good team-working skills
- Good IT skills to use Cats Protection systems – training and support can be provided
- A willingness to learn how the branch and organisation operates
- Committee volunteers need to be aged 18+
Time expectation
Our support volunteers usually spend 2-5 hours per week in this role, which is flexible and can be shared by more than one volunteer if needed.
Support, guidance and keeping you safe
At Cats Protection we believe our volunteers should be happy and confident in their roles. We provide support and guidance from our National Cat Centre and through our regional and local volunteer groups and teams. We offer engaging online and face-to-face training, expenses and have policies and processes to help volunteers get the most out of their time with us.
The wellbeing of our people is important and at Cats Protection we are committed to safeguarding children, adults at risk and all those that we come into contact with as part of our activities.
Thank you for joining us and sharing in this commitment and for everything you will do during your time with Cats Protection.
Making a better life for cats, because life is better with cats


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We are looking for volunteers interested in working with young asylum seekers and refugees to support our weekly youth club in Croydon, ‘Merhaba’. Merhaba Youth Club is a safe space where 18-25 year old refugees and asylum seekers living in contingency accommodation can come to socialise with their peers, develop friendships, build a better understanding of their rights and entitlements, gain new skills and access 1:1 support.
The club runs on Tuesdays, 2.30-5.30pm, and we ask that you come to Merhaba at least three times each month and attend the whole session. The role involves supporting staff to set up and deliver activities – including 1:1 English and games – as well as administrative support.
To work alongside young people seeking safety in the UK, building trusted relationships, providing practical and emotional support.
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Offer your time. Share a pot of tea/coffee. Be there when it matters most.
Marie Curie is looking for compassionate, everyday people to join our Companion Team within the surrounding areas of: East Surrey - Reigate, Caterham, Tandridge, Merstham
What will you actually do?
- Visit and connect with someone through shared stories, hobbies, or simple conversation.
- Offer emotional support to patients, families, and carers.
- Help signpost helpful local services and resources.
You’d be a great fit if you:
- Are patient, friendly, and non-judgmental.
- Can commit to 3 hours per week.
- Are comfortable using email and completing short reports.
What You’ll Gain:
- A real sense of purpose and connection.
- Full training, support, and a welcoming volunteer community.
- Recognition for your time and reimbursement of expenses.
Whether you’re looking to give back, build experience, or just connect with others in a more meaningful way - this is an opportunity to do something truly rewarding.
Ready to Find Out More?
Fill out our application form and we'll guide you through the next steps
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About Crisis
Crisis is the national charity for people experiencing homelessness. We believe everyone should have somewhere safe and warm to call home and are committed to ending homelessness. Every year we work side by side with thousands of people from all sections of our communities to help them rebuild their lives and leave homelessness behind for good.
You will contribute to ending homelessness by...
Helping us better respond to the needs of the people accessing our services. You know your community better than we do - by identifying and creating connections with a network of Eritrean organisations and community groups, such as churches and support groups, we’ll be better able to support Eritrean people who are experiencing homelessness or who are at imminent risk of becoming homeless.
Timings
Flexible, but approx. 7 hours per week – this may include evenings and/or weekends depending on the availability of community groups/organisations.
Location
Skylight London, 50 Commercial St, London E1 6LT and remote/community-based .
Responsible to
Eritrean Community Connection Volunteer Supervisor.
Core tasks
- With the Volunteer Supervisor, hold focus groups with Crisis members to identify potential contacts within Eritrean community groups and increase our knowledge and cultural awareness of the Eritrean community
- Proactively source and arrange meetings with different Eritrean community groups to:
- Help link these organisations with Crisis so that information can be shared about the realities of homelessness in London and the work of Crisis Skylight
- Gain valuable knowledge about cultural sensitivities so that we can improve staff awareness and better support people from the Eritrean community
Who we are looking for
To be successful in this role we’re looking for someone who:
- Is fluent in English and Tigrinya and/or Amharic and can translate and interpret between them
- Is knowledgeable about the culture and practices in the countries where Tigrinya/ Amharic are spoken
- Has the confidence and motivation to source opportunities to link with Eritrean organisations and community groups and represent Crisis independently
- Has excellent communication skills and is confident networking and talking to new people
- Has good IT skills with the ability to use email and the internet proficiently
- Is organised and reliable, non-judgemental, patient and friendly
- Is passionate about ending and preventing homelessness for people from the Eritrean community
- Understands the importance of adhering to policies and processes, including confidentiality, safeguarding, data protection and professional boundaries
- Is able to commit to the role for 6 months
What you will gain
Engaging your community with a cause you are passionate about is an incredibly rewarding experience. It is a good way to affect change at a local level, improve services and inspire others to consider how they too can take action to end homelessness.
- This is a new volunteering role, which you have the unique opportunity to help develop
- Opportunities to learn about the causes and effects of homelessness and how to engage others in the conversation
- Networking experience for a national organisation including public speaking and relationship management
- The opportunity to share your existing or develop new skills in a friendly and supportive environment
- Regular meetings to discuss how your volunteering is going and what other opportunities and training may be available to you
- Being part of a wide network of staff, volunteers and supporters all working together to end homelessness
- A reference for volunteering at a national organisation
Additional information
- Following a successful interview and references, completion of essential e-learning and training is required before starting the role
- A Crisis IT account will be issued for the role and must be used for all communications and record keeping connected with the role
- Out of pocket travel expenses and meal allowance will be reimbursed in line with our expenses policy
- We encourage people from all backgrounds to apply and particularly welcome Black, Asian and Minority Ethnic, LGBTQ+, disabled and male applicants as well as those with lived experience of homelessness as these are currently under-represented groups in our volunteer pool
Applicants will be contacted w/c 30th June 2025.
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Join our amazing team and make a real difference to people living with sight loss. Help create a welcoming and safe environment for people to share their experiences, ask questions and support each other and connect with a local community in a group setting via Facebook.
In this role you will be:
• Managing group membership – authorising Requests to Join.
• Creating a warm and welcoming environment.
• Supporting group conversations.
• Working with a Volunteer Moderator Team to create engaging content for the Group.
• Ensuring House Rules are followed and content is appropriate.
What you’ll gain from the role:
• An opportunity to give something back.
• A chance to build a strong community.
• A sense of achievement through the difference you make.
• A chance to be part of a team of like-minded people
• An opportunity to develop and explore different roles with RNIB, including our internal job vacancies.
In return for donating your time we will provide:
• A rewarding experience.
• A great Induction and training.
• A supportive manager.
• Regular updates and catchups.
• Expenses.
• An opportunity to connect with other volunteers
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Young Minds Matter (YMM) is seeking a dedicated volunteer software developer to assist in the creation of a secure web portal aimed at managing, monitoring, and validating our mentor services. This platform will enhance our ability to track mentee referrals from schools, record session notes, log timesheets, and generate impactful statistics to measure our charitable efforts.
Key Responsibilities:
- Collaborate with YMM Trustees & staff to understand project requirements and design specifications.
- Develop a user-friendly, secure web portal that meets the organization’s needs.
- Implement features for tracking mentee referrals, recording session notes, and logging timesheets.
- Create reporting tools to generate statistics for evaluating program effectiveness.
- Ensure the platform adheres to best practices for data security and user privacy.
- Conduct testing and debugging to maintain high-quality code and functionality.
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About Nova:
Based in North Kensington since 1983 and serving its poorest wards & those of surrounding London boroughs, Nova works with individuals from marginalised and disadvantaged communities who are looking to develop their potential and achieve a better future for themselves. Nova brings about real and lasting change in people’s lives by addressing every person as an individual and seeking out ways to best support that person to reach their goals. We endeavour to help every person that comes to us who is motivated and committed to improving his or her life.
Reaching 2,500+ people each year, we believe in improving people’s lives one person at a time, helping committed and motivated individuals to achieve their potential by:
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Developing knowledge, education and confidence
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Connecting diverse groups
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Providing opportunities
Our work, operates on 2 levels:
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Grassroots Community Support – including responsive actions (e.g. Grenfell, COVID-19), education, IAG, family programme and volunteering
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Wider Reaching Dialogue Events and Influencing – focussing on challenging stigma, prejudice and inequality – working with individuals, organisations, networks and decision makers to move through conversation to action
Role Description:
This role will be to act as a teaching assistant to tutors delivering ESOL/ English classes for learners 19+.
You will:
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Enjoy working in a team
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Provide tutorial support
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Position yourself as a resource for learners
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Work one-on-one or with smaller groups of learners who need additional help
You need to be:
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DBS Checked
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Confident in the use of IT
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Some experience of supporting learners with English
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Committed
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Competent
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Reliable
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Honest
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Punctual
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Patient
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Fair
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Open minded
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Learners may come from various cultural backgrounds and face different learning challenges. You will need to be at ease whether supervising an entire class or working one-on-one with students.
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Comfortable following Nova staff directions and working independently
Further information:
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Induction and appropriate training will be provided.
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Teaching or coaching experience would be desirable but not essential.
Creating the circumstances through which people have the opportunity to achieve their potential & improve quality of life regardless of background.




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Become a Trustee at Sunrise Multicultural Project
Are you passionate about making a difference in your community?
We are looking for dedicated, enthusiastic individuals to join our Board of Trustees and help guide the future of Sunrise Multicultural Project.
As a trustee, you will play a vital role in shaping our strategy, ensuring we stay true to our mission, and supporting the development of initiatives that promote inclusivity and integration. We are seeking individuals with a range of skills, backgrounds, and experiences – whether in community work, finance, governance, fundraising, or marketing – who share our commitment to empowering minority groups and fostering a more connected, diverse community.
If you are eager to contribute your time, expertise, and passion, we would love to hear from you!
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Do you enjoy multi-tasking and coordinating events? Is attention to detail one of your strengths? If so, we’d love to hear from you. You don’t need an Armed Forces background, just good organisation, and IT skills.
What is an Administration Coordinator?
There are SSAFA branches throughout the UK and overseas, each delivering support to serving personnel, veterans, and their families. Every branch has a team of volunteers who make this possible.
The Administrator Coordinator is a key member of the team, ensuring the smooth running of the branch and supporting day to day operations. This role is at the heart of the branch, overseeing the group inbox, organising meetings, and liaising with volunteers and external stakeholders.
Why do we need you?
We’ve been supporting the Armed Forces community since 1885. Our clients come from all backgrounds and age groups and may have served in WW2 or in a more recent conflict like the Falklands or Afghanistan.
There are SSAFA branches throughout the UK and overseas who support local volunteers to deliver services to veterans, serving personnel and their families. Some branches are divided into smaller divisions to ensure the best local service delivery. Each branch has a team of volunteer caseworkers, support volunteers, executive roles, and fundraisers.
We aim to provide financial, practical, and emotional support when it’s needed most. To do this we need excellent administrators to keep things running efficiently behind the scenes.
What would you be doing?
- Every SSAFA Branch has different needs, however, below are the main activities of a Branch Administration Coordinator.
- Overseeing enquiries: Overseeing the administration of the branch shared inbox and post, ensuring queries are answered.
- Getting people together: Organising internal meetings, both virtually and face to face
- Planning and organising: Liaising with internal and external stakeholders to arrange events such as the Branch Annual General Meeting
- Note taking and recording: Maintaining accurate records of meetings and decisions.
- Communicating: Supporting the Branch Chair with internal communications, keeping other volunteers up to date and informed
- Tracking and ordering: Keeping a record of branch assets, ordering stationery, and ensuring maintenance of equipment
- Supporting health and safety: Supporting the Branch Chair with administration of personal, office and event risk assessments where required
The remit of this role may change over the next 12-18 months depending on the outcome of a trial currently being undertaken.
What can you gain from this volunteering role?
- Use your skills, knowledge, and life experience to benefit others.
- Give back to the Armed Forces community.
- Become part of the SSAFA community and build networks across your local area.
- Experience, training, and skills that you can highlight on your CV and in job interviews.
- Better physical and mental health – studies show that volunteers live longer and experience lower levels of stress and depression!
What training and support would I receive?
- Mandatory on-line training modules to complete at home, so you are up to date on how to keep clients, their families safe and personal information safe.
- Local induction and support, from other branch volunteers
- Access to a range of e-learning courses as well as local opportunities to keep your knowledge and skills up to date.
- Support from regional volunteering and operations employees
- Regular meetings and events to learn and share information.
- Reimbursement of out-of-pocket expenses
- Volunteers will be covered by SSAFAs Public Liability Insurance whilst carrying out the role.
What are we looking for?
- Friendly and approachable people with good written and verbal communication skills.
- Some experience of coordinating people or events is beneficial.
- Good IT skills e.g., confident using email and online diaries– you will receive your own SSAFA email address.
- Respectful and non-judgemental approach.
- Understanding of the importance of confidentiality and boundaries.
- This role would suit someone who would like to volunteer regularly, each week.
We welcome volunteers of all backgrounds, abilities, races, sexual orientations, socio-economic backgrounds, and of all faiths and none. SSAFA are committed to making reasonable adjustments to support volunteers with disabilities, so they have access to the same opportunities and experiences as volunteers who do not.
Minimum Age: 18
Safer Recruitment: SSAFA takes the utmost care at every step of volunteer recruitment to ensure that the people we involve are suitable and appropriate. All measures taken are to help make volunteering at SSAFA a positive and safe experience.
Are references required? Yes. We will ask for two character references, this can be a former employer or someone that know you well (other than a relative)
Is a criminal record check required? No
Our vision A society in which the Armed Forces, veterans and their families can thrive.

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We are looking to appoint a Chief Operating Officer who can provide leadership to operational departments and maintain consistent effectiveness across the organization.
About YAUK
Youth Advantage UK is a charitable organization that uses a research-led approach to inform policy work and projects that aim to promote and further the human rights of young people aged 11 to 25 across the United Kingdom.
Please note that this is a remote VOLUNTEER role.
We won't accept applications from individuals residing outside of the UK as we operate on the principle of bettering the lives of young people in the UK. Therefore, we require our volunteers to have an understanding of what it is like to live in the UK.
Key responsibilities
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Oversee the operations of the organization ensuring of efficiency
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Translate strategy into actionable plans
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To provide leadership to departmental heads in departments such as Communications and IT (this may extend to other departmental heads as required)
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Work with the CEO to develop strategy
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Lead the creation of policy and guidance
Requirements
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Proven leadership experience
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Understanding of key business functions
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Excellent decision-making skills
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Ability to problem solve effectively
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Great at multitasking
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Competence in strategic planning
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Integrity
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Ability to use remote tools and IT systems
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Good people and communication skills
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Right to volunteer in the UK
Benefits
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This is a UK-based, 100% fully remote and flexible role.
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Supportive team and management to enhance your skills and build on your experience.
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Your work will help transform and empower many young people’s lives, rights, and interests and assist in promoting equality for all young people.
Why Volunteer with Us?
We are a supportive and friendly organization that takes pride in developing and nurturing our volunteers and providing them with excellent opportunities to thrive and further encourage their career growth and future aspirations.
We offer a fully remote working environment and a flexible and adaptable working schedule. This is an excellent opportunity to join a growing organization, enhance your skills, and gain valuable experience. If this sounds like you and you are interested in applying for this position, please submit your CV.
We look forward to hearing from you!
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Do you have professional experience in coding and computing? Could you support young people in learning how to code?
Are you passionate about equipping the next generation with the skills and strategies needed to succeed?
About us: GT Scholars is a social enterprise that tackles educational inequality by giving ambitious young people the support, skills and strategies they need to achieve their aspirations.
We believe that all young people are gifted and talented, regardless of their background. We run a wide range of programmes that help young people achieve their academic and career aspirations, particularly those from less-privileged backgrounds.
What makes us different? There are many organisations that offer programmes to improve the life chances of young people. However, our programmes use a unique 3:1 model which means that we’re able to sustainably use our profits to provide additional places on our programmes, to young people from low-income homes.
Our mission is to empower and develop the next generation of leaders and change-makers and we’re looking for workshop facilitators that are passionate about making a difference in young people’s lives!
Responsibilities: Facilitators are responsible for designing creative and interactive workshops for our young people, and delivering these workshops with our young people. We run some of our workshops online and other workshops are held in London. All workshops are held during the school holidays, in the evening and on weekends.
The workshop facilitator role is flexible and as part of your role, you may be involved in:
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Delivering and leading short workshops or courses, on behalf of GT Scholars (Online or offline)
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Designing engaging, interactive and educational workshops and short courses for young people and ensuring that the content is targeted to suit different abilities and capabilities
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Running your own bespoke workshops, eg. workshops in coding and technology
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Managing short activities and Q&A sessions during our workshops
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Working collaboratively with other event coordinators, volunteers, ambassadors, workshop facilitators and speakers at our events
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Following the agreed timings and content for workshops and courses
Person specification:
As workshop facilitator, you will need to:
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Have passion, knowledge and experience in coding, computing and technology
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Have strong presentation skills
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Have strong communication skills
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Be personable and able to confidently communicate with people from a range of backgrounds and professions.
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Be passionate and committed to tackling educational inequality
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Be punctual and organised
Availability: Workshops will run during the day on school holiday dates, on Saturdays or in the evening (5pm-8pm).
Additional information: We will need to conduct reference checks and you will need an Enhanced DBS for this role as you will be working directly with children. We can process this for you or you may submit one if this is less than 2 years old.
Rate of pay: This is a self-employed role. You must be aged 18 or above. Facilitator sessions range from 2 to 6 hours. The rate of pay will vary based on the budget of the funder.
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What are Serving Community Teams?
Volunteers are the lifeblood of SSAFA. SSAFA has developed Serving Community Teams for volunteers to support serving personnel and their families in the UK and overseas.
A Serving Community Team is run by a small team of volunteers on or near a British Armed Forces base which provides emotional, practical and financial support to the serving community. Our Chair is the key part of the team, coordinating the activities of volunteers to ensure financial stability and a safe and effective volunteer service. You will network locally to build relationships with the serving community, other stakeholders and welfare organisations. You will collaborate with the other SCT volunteers to support them in their roles as well as working with employees in the Serving Community Support Team to ensure the functions of the SCT run well, are documented appropriately, and reported on annually.
Why we want you
Serving Community Teams (SCTs) offer financial, practical and emotional support to serving personnel and their families at military bases both in the UK and overseas. Each SCT consists of a group of dedicated volunteers, working together to raise SSAFA’s profile, ensuring those who need support receive it. If you would like to lead and develop a SCT, we’d love to hear from you. Our SCT Chair is the key player, coordinating the activities of the volunteer team to deliver beneficiary support and ensure a safe, effective and financially stability SCT. You will network locally to build relationships with the serving community, other stakeholders and welfare organisations. You will support your SCT volunteers in their roles as well as working with employees in SSAFA’s Serving Community Support Team to ensure the functions of the SCT are run well, documented and reported on annually.
What you will be doing
- Leading the volunteer team, ensuring SSAFA’s values, policies and procedures are followed.
- Being an ambassador for SSAFA, building positive relationships with the chain of command, local SSAFA branches and services, welfare services and other key stakeholders.
- Working closely with your volunteers to establish an annual plan of activities to include fundraising, awareness raising and support.
- Having oversight of all the functions of the SCT, ensuring beneficiaries receive effective support, and volunteers have an opportunity to regularly meet regularly.
- Reporting on the activities the SCT undertakes and their impact, ensuring annual reports are submitted.
- Promoting the work of SSAFA and the SCT, highlighting case studies and good news stories to employees in the SSAFA PR team and Serving Community Support Team.
- Being available to consider any grant applications when received.
- Working closely with employees in the Serving Community Support Team, building on volunteer recruitment and and sharing best practice.
The skills you need
- Friendly and approachable with effective IT and communication skills.
- Empathy and understanding of the challenges that the serving community can face.
- Experience of successfully leading a team.
- Understanding of the importance of boundaries and confidentiality.
- Skilled at reporting on activities, achievements and impact and an understanding of the importance of volunteers and employees working together.
- Non-judgemental approach when working with beneficiaries.
- A willingness to adhere to all relevant organisational policies and procedures.
What's in it for you
- Support people in your local serving community using your skills, knowledge and life experience.
- Gain experience, training and skills that you can highlight on your CV and at job interviews.
- Receive support and friendship from your local SSAFA Serving Community Team and the wider SSAFA community.
- Better physical and mental health – studies show that volunteers live longer and experience lower levels of stress and depression!
Requirements
Volunteers need to be a minimum of 18 years old.
Time commitment
This role would suit someone who would like to volunteer a few hours each week. SSAFA’s Serving Community Support Team are always available should you wish to discuss this further.
Support
Full training is provided for this role, with some e-learning modules online. You will be supported by SSAFA’s Serving Community Team Manager and Serving Community Support Team.
SSAFA Values
For SSAFA, our values of commitment, compassion, integrity and understanding underpin everything we do, and we ask that all volunteers are equally committed to them.
After making an application
Once you’ve applied, you’ll receive updates to the email address you provided in your application. Sometimes the emails we send go into junk folders, so do keep an eye out in the days following your application.
Disclaimer
SSAFA is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of all those involved in our work and expects volunteers to share this commitment.
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