Learning volunteers volunteer roles in kendal, cumbria
We know that thousands of people in need of bereavement support are waiting to access ongoing bereavement support. We are now recruiting for additional volunteers, if you would like to know more about volunteering for this popular service, we would love to see you at our UYBO Open Day.
What will you be doing:
- Presenting and facilitating one off online group sessions for bereaved people with fellow volunteers
- Creating a safe, confidential, non-judgemental space to deliver practical bereavement information and guidance
- Facilitating peer engagement in small discussion groups
- Delivering clear messaging for onward signposting
Skills and experience you’ll need:
- Effective listening and communication skills
- Good IT literacy or an ability to learn (training will be provided)
- Access to a computer
- Comfortable talking about grief and death
- Empathetic and warm
- Confident facilitating discussion in a group setting
Want to find out more?
Join us for an Open Day on Wednesday 28th May 2025 (2:00pm to 3:30pm or 6:00pm to 7:30pm) to learn more, talk to current UYBO volunteers and find out about our training programme and the support we offer volunteers.
Please note that should you wish to become a UYBO Volunteer after attending the open day, we will be holding informal interviews from Monday 2nd June.
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The Islington Centre for Refugees and Migrants currently has volunteering opportunities from late April/early May available for our online English lessons.
Aimed at a wide range of clients whose English spans the spectrum of absolute beginners to higher levels, we offer daily online classes where practising spoken English in small groups with volunteers is a core part of our schedule.
Future opportunities may be available to those wishing to run their own class, depending on experience.
Please get in touch if you have teaching experience OR equivalent qualifications (e.g. CELTA/TEFL/ESOL) and would like to be a volunteer teacher in our online classes headed up by our English Language Coordinator.
Please refer to the Job Description for more details on the role.
You will be subject to a DBS check for this role.
Our mission is to offer people the emotional support, practical tools and sense of community they need to be happy and have a decent quality of life.
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VOLUNTEER PUPPY SOCIALISER
Have you got space in your life for a future life changer? Become a Volunteer Puppy Socialiser and support our life changing work
Could you be the first step in a pup’s incredible journey? As a volunteer puppy socialiser, you’ll welcome a Dogs for Good puppy into your home, teaching them the basics, giving them plenty of love, and preparing them for their important role ahead. It’s rewarding and guaranteed to leave a lasting impact.
The role of the Puppy Socialiser is to ensure that the Charity’s puppy has a good foundation before it starts its training to become part of one of our services. As a Puppy Socialiser you will be required to take on a puppy and have them living in your home for 16-18 months. You must have the time and commitment and be physically able to provide basic obedience training, socialisation and appropriate exercise required for a young dog. To enable you to carry out this role, most equipment will be supplied by the Charity.
More information regarding this incredibly rewarding volunteer role can be found in the attached Volunteer Puppy Socialiser Role Description or on our website.
We’re always looking for Volunteer Puppy Socialisers in the following areas to help raise and nurture our future life-changing dogs:
Bristol
Cheshire
Gloucestershire
Lancashire
Northamptonshire
Oxfordshire
Warwickshire
Wirral
This is a rolling recruitment, but we are particularly keen right now to find Volunteer Puppy Socialisers in Bristol, Cheshire, Gloucestershire, Lancashire and Wirral.
We look forward to hearing from you if you think this rewarding volunteer role is the one for you!
We bring people and dogs together to make life possible.




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Hours: Variable – depending on individual circumstances and what people can do
Location: Variable – we are looking to extend our reach of peer support walks throughout Yorkshire
Main Tasks:
We appreciate any volunteering help that you can offer YBTC and want to make sure that our
volunteers have a positive experience with us. We pledge to support you as much as we can.
We want to ensure that volunteering with us does not feel too daunting, so the exact tasks might
vary depending on your circumstances. However, some typical tasks may include:
· Support our regular wellbeing/peer support walks
· Welcome participants and help them feel comfortable, fostering a friendly and inclusive atmosphere
· Encourage conversations among participants, offering a listening ear
· Be attentive to the well-being of all participants during the walk
· Offer information on YBTC services
· Attending occasional training sessions or volunteer meetings organised by YBTC
We are looking for people who are:
· Are warm and non-judgemental
· Reliability – are punctual and committed to scheduled walks
· Collaborative mindset to work effectively with staff and volunteers
· Basic physical fitness to complete the walks, awareness of the needs of participants with
different mobility/health conditions
We can offer you the following:
· Full induction and ongoing training
· Ongoing support and supervision in your role
· Opportunity to learn new skills and meet new people
· The satisfaction of making a positive impact on those affected by brain tumours
Background
Founded in 2003 and originally named Andrea’s Gift and later Brain Tumour Research and Support
Across Yorkshire, Yorkshire’s Brain Tumour Charity (YBTC) is Yorkshire and Humber’s leading
brain tumour charity. Offering practical, financial and emotional support to both adult and child
brain tumour patients, together with their families.
We fund brain tumour research in Yorkshire; we hope this research, dedicated to identifying new
approaches to the discovery and treatment of brain tumours will improve outcomes for patients.
At YBTC we are a small team who are growing to meet the needs of those affected by a brain
tumour in Yorkshire. Around 15 new cases of primary brain tumours are diagnosed in the region
every week.
Our charity values are: Integrity, Compassion, Community & Ambition.
Our Vision/Mission
To improve the lives of people impacted by a brain tumour in Yorkshire through local support and research.
To improve the lives of people impacted by a brain tumour in Yorkshire, through local support and research.



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We are looking for a passionate individual with skills and expertise in Finance/Treasury.
We will welcome applications from anyone who is keen to transform lives and join us on this exciting journey with us. You don’t need prior experience of sitting on a Board, a dance background or specific qualifications to become a Trustee. What matters most is your passion for supporting people with learning disabilities, your commitment to building a more equitable society and your willingness to contribute to our work, our vision and our future success.
Trustees play a crucial role in shaping what we do, helping us stay clear on our purpose and offering ideas that guide our organisation as we grow. We’re looking for Trustees who can bring fresh perspectives and valuable insights from their lived and professional experiences. We want our Board to reflect the diversity of our work, our participants, and our supporters.
We are based in Lancashire, with national and international reach, and we welcome applications for remote Trustees. We currently have Trustees based in Portugal and the Netherlands.
The role of Trustee is a volunteer role and is not accompanied by any financial remuneration, although reasonable expenses for travel may be claimed.
The role requires attendance & contribution at the Annual General Meeting (AGM) and four Board meetings per year (plus any required preparation and pre-reading). Quarterly Board Meetings take place mostly online and periodically in person at a North West location.
There will also be potential additional engagement in strategy work and sub working groups throughout the year and occasional representation of the charity at various events with key stakeholders.
To be a sustainable community role model that provides high quality inclusive dance leadership, participation, performance and training opportunities.





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Enhanced Professional Development Programme (ePDP)
Part-time | Volunteer | Remote | 12 hrs/week | 16-week commitment
“We are looking for 3 candidates to join our volunteer-enhanced professional development programme and gain real-world experience in your chosen field. While we only have three vacancies available through this programme, other options are available if your skills match our criteria.”
About Us
We are a Kingston-based social marketing enterprise using creative thinking to build community cohesion.Our mission is to encourage unity across diverse communities, sharing and celebrating cultural lessons through workshops, training programmes, events and research. We challenge racial and societal stereotypes while delivering practical initiatives such as unconscious bias training in the workplace. We develop and deliver projects that promote inclusion, representation, and social change by partnering with local organisations and stakeholders.
Role Description
Quilombo UK is looking for a highly motivated and experienced Services Sales Executive to join our team through the Enhanced Professional Development Programme (ePDP). This is a target-driven, client-facing volunteer sales role focused on direct outreach and conversion of potential service users into paying clients. You will be responsible for actively identifying leads, initiating conversations, pitching our services, and closing deals.
The successful candidate will sell Quilombo UK’s key service offerings:
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Workshops (e.g. Unconscious Bias, Inclusive Leadership)
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Training Programmes
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Research Services
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Event & Partnership Opportunities
As a member of the Sales & Business Development function, you will be managed by a Director and accountable for results that directly impact the organisation’s financial sustainability and growth. This role provides real-world, high-impact experience that mirrors the standards and performance expectations of a paid sales role.
Main Responsibilities
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Proactively research and identify prospective clients aligned with Quilombo UK’s mission and services
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Initiate direct outreach (calls, emails, online meetings) to decision-makers across public and private sectors
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Deliver compelling sales pitches and presentations tailored to each client’s needs
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Handle end-to-end sales processes, from lead generation and qualification through to closing deals
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Secure confirmed bookings or contracts for services, including workshops, training, research, or event partnerships
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Develop and maintain a strong client pipeline, updating CRM or tracking systems regularly
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Consistently meet or exceed weekly/monthly KPIs related to outreach, meetings, and conversions
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Collaborate with the Director to refine messaging and sales strategy for maximum impact
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Maintain a consultative, value-led sales approach while staying aligned with Quilombo UK’s mission and ethos
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Provide performance updates and sales reports to the Director and Senior Leadership Team
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Stay updated on industry trends, client needs, and potential growth areas relevant to our services
Essential
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Demonstrated experience in a sales, business development, or account management role
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Proven track record of generating leads and closing deals, preferably in a service-based or social enterprise environment
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Excellent verbal and written communication skills
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Strong presentation and negotiation abilities
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Confidence to work independently and take initiative, while collaborating within a remote team
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Passion for social justice, community engagement, and inclusion
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Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint)
Desirable
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Familiarity with CRM tools and remote communication platforms
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Experience selling services to the public sector or third-sector organisations
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Understanding of social enterprises or community-based businesses
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Ability to work without close supervision and meet deadlines
What We Offer
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Real-world, results-driven sales experience with clear KPIs and performance feedback
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A unique opportunity to influence revenue and impact within a mission-driven organisation
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Coaching and mentoring from experienced directors and leadership
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A collaborative, diverse, and inclusive environment
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Certificate of completion and reference upon successful programme completion
The Professional Development Programme with Quilombo UK runs over a period of 16 weeks, is UNPAID, and requires a minimum of 12 hours commitment per week across Monday, Wednesday and/or Friday.
Application Process
Our HR team will contact you upon successful application to arrange an interview. Following a successful interview, onboarding documents will be sent. Once completed, you’ll be invited to a 6-hour HR and Systems Induction, followed by a meeting with your assigned Director for your first day.
Job Type: Part-time (Volunteer)
Expected Hours: 12 per week
Location: Remote
Schedule: Monday to Friday | Day Shift | No Weekends
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Interested in volunteering at one of Cumbria Wildlife Trust’s most beautiful nature reserves? Do you love wildlife? This is a unique opportunity to learn new conservation survey skills, through volunteering.
From dolphins to white faced darters, from Cumbrian rocky shores and offshore habitats to the north Pennines and from experts to novices we have a wide programme of surveying and monitoring volunteering opportunities to suit all abilities this summer. Programmes include:
-Marine Survey
-Marine Survey (Ocean World Day special)
-Shoresearch Training
-Shoresearch
-White-faced darter (dragonfly) monitoring
-Dragonfly monitoring
If any of these roles is for you, then we’d love to hear from you.
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We appreciate any volunteering help that you can offer YBTC and want to make sure that our
volunteers have a positive experience with us. We pledge to support you as much as we can.
We want to ensure that volunteering with us does not feel too daunting, so the exact tasks might
vary depending on your circumstances. However, some typical tasks may include:
· Helping with event preparation
· Manning checkpoints
· Walking support
· First-aid support
· Marshals
· Support drivers
· Helping with community stalls
We are looking for people who are:
· Warm and non-judgemental
· Willing to learn about the work of YBTC
· Able to communicate with a range of different groups
· Good team players, able to work with other staff/volunteers
· Reliable and able to commit to agreed requirements
We can offer you the following:
· Induction and ongoing training
· Ongoing support and supervision in your role
· The opportunity to learn new skills
· YBTC commitment to health and safety
About Yorkshire’s Brain Tumour Charity
Background
Founded in 2003 and originally named Andrea’s Gift and later Brain Tumour Research and Support
Across Yorkshire, Yorkshire’s Brain Tumour Charity (YBTC) is Yorkshire and Humber’s leading
brain tumour charity. Offering practical, financial and emotional support to both adult and child
brain tumour patients, together with their families.
We fund brain tumour research in Yorkshire; we hope this research, dedicated to identifying new
approaches to the discovery and treatment of brain tumours, will improve outcomes for patients.
At YBTC we are a small team who are growing to meet the needs of those affected by a brain
tumour in Yorkshire. Around 15 new cases of primary brain tumour are diagnosed in the region
every week.
Our charity values are:
Integrity, Compassion, Community & Ambition.
Our Vision/Mission
To improve the lives of people impacted by a brain tumour in Yorkshire, through local support and research.
To improve the lives of people impacted by a brain tumour in Yorkshire, through local support and research.



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URBAN YOUTH - VOLUNTEER WITH US!
New Start-Up - New Beginning - Endless Opportunities
We're looking for organised and enthusiastic individuals to join us at Urban Youth as a Volunteer in a Remote Role, supporting our Back Office functions, where you will play a crucial role in supporting our mission to make a meaningful impact on young people’s lives across London.
What Help We Need?
1. Administration
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Keeping accurate records of participants and activities.
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Managing schedules for events, sessions, and staff/volunteers.
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Preparing budgets and monitoring expenses.
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Maintaining compliance with legal and regulatory standards.
2. Human Resources or Volunteer Coordination
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Recruitment and training of volunteers.
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Managing HR-related documentation (e.g., agreements, DBS checks, policies).
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Providing ongoing support and development for team members.
3. Training and Development
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Offering youth work training to ensure volunteers understand best practices in working with young people.
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Delivering workshops on communication, conflict resolution, code of conduct and safeguarding.
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Providing continuous learning opportunities, such as leadership and mentoring programmes.
4. Marketing and Communications
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Promoting Urban Youth through social media, newsletters, and local partnerships.
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Designing materials (flyers, posters, etc.) to attract members and supporters.
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Maintaining our website to communicate our mission, events, and achievements.
5. Fundraising and Finance
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Sourcing grants and donations.
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Organising fundraising events.
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Keeping financial records and preparing annual reports for donors and stakeholders.
6. Technology and Data Management
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Implementing software for participant tracking, event management, and communication.
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Maintaining a secure database for storing sensitive information.
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Using tools to measure impact and generate reports.
7. Safeguarding
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Developing policies to ensure the safety of young people in our care.
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Training volunteers on safeguarding practices.
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Conducting regular risk assessments.
8. Operational Support
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Managing physical spaces, equipment, and supplies.
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Ensuring facilities meet health and safety standards.
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Establishing contingency plans for unexpected challenges.
We're Urban Youth
Urban Youth is an exciting and vibrant new start-up youth work organisation based in London, passionate about empowering London's youth to get involved, discover their path, and shape their destiny. Our vibrant community organisation is dedicated to uplifting young people through engaging, impactful youth work activities that inspire growth, connection, and self-discovery.
JOIN US AT URBAN YOUTH
Get Involved | Discover YOUR Path | Shape YOUR Destiny
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"Be the Change, Fill the Bucket!"
Join us for bucket collections at Tesco stores across Northern Ireland on 27th and 28th June and help make a difference in our community. We are looking for enthusiastic volunteers to be the face of Mencap, inspiring the community to get involved in raising vital funds. As a bucket collection volunteer, you will engage with shoppers, share information about Mencap, and collect donations to support people with learning disabilities. Your friendly interaction and visible presence at store entrances will encourage giving and promote awareness about our mission. Volunteering for bucket collections is a rewarding experience that makes a real impact. Join us and be part of the change!
As a Mencap Volunteer you will be:
- Friendly and Approachable
- Reliable, Kind and Patient
- A good communicator (including listener)
- Willing to volunteer within guidelines and to take direction where necessary
- Accepting of others who might be different to yourself
As a Mencap volunteer you will:
- Make new friends
- Reasonable out-of-pocket expenses in line with our policy e.g. travel
- Full Training and support
- Volunteer alongside our experienced Fundraising team
- A chance to give back your local community
About Mencap
Mencap is the leading learning disability charity in England, Wales and Northern Ireland. We work with people with a learning disability and their families to challenge prejudice and change laws, and we directly support thousands of people to live their lives as they choose.
We have an ambitious vision for the UK to be the best place in the world for people with a learning disability to live happy and healthy lives.
Volunteering with us is YOUR opportunity to help us achieve this, whilst having the chance to develop your skills, meet new people and join a passionate and dedicated team.
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Joining this role means you'll be at the heart of providing essential support to families facing the unimaginable; caring for their child who's life will be short.
Many families in Wales are unfortunately facing this challenge alone, without support from others.
As a Practical Family Support Volunteer for Tŷ Hafan, you will assist families in need with various light tasks such as cleaning, tidying up and laundry.
Your contribution will go beyond housekeeping; it's about taking some of the pressure off and giving families the breathing space they need to spend more precious time together.
This role offers the satisfaction of knowing you are making a positive impact on families with a child with a life-shortening condition, by helping them create a tidy, clean and safe home environment that reduces their daily stress and worries.
Most importantly, you will be helping us to ensure that no family faces this challenge, alone.
Considerations:
Age requirement: 21+
Location: Across South & West Wales (in your local area)
Time commitment: Flexible and can be adjusted to accommodate your personal schedule. The support plans designed for referred families are typically structured to span a period of six weeks.
Background checks: Enhanced DBS check, 2 references and induction/training course required before starting.
Due to the nature of the role, we are looking for volunteers with some skills, experience and knowledge of gardening, either as a profession or as a hobby.
Activities include:
Activities include helping families with light housekeeping tasks such as; cleaning, dusting, vacuuming and laundry, giving them the space they need to be there for their child who needs them.
We are looking for volunteers who:
•Can empathise with the families you are helping and show them kindness and respect;
•Are reliable and flexible and committed to volunteering on a longer term basis;
•Will follow our health and safety guidelines, policies and procedures and report any issues or concerns to the Family Support Volunteer Manager;
•Are respectful of the privacy, preferences and needs of the families you are supporting;
•Are polite and friendly;
•Can adapt to different situations and challenges;
•Enjoy making a difference in the lives of others
At Tŷ Hafan our people values are working together, demonstrating compassion, providing excellent service and taking ownership.
We expect all colleagues and volunteers to behave with high levels of integrity and to represent our values as a core part of their role.
Training you will receive:
You will receive a comprehensive introduction to Tŷ Hafan and your role, to include an in-person Induction and Training Programme as well as additional e-learning.
You will be a part of a friendly and supportive team who will assist you with any queries or concerns through regular and ongoing meetings.
Other role and organisation specific training is available including both supplementary and mandatory training.
All volunteers must maintain their mandatory training to continue in their role.
The benefits of becoming a Practical Family Support Volunteer in Family Homes:
•Make a positive difference in the lives of children with life-shortening conditions and their families, by helping them to maintain clean spaces for them to enjoy;
•Attend Volunteer Celebration Events throughout the year;
•Meet new people and join a friendly community of volunteers, passionate about helping others;
•Expenses will be provided following discussion about the role.
This role is purely voluntary and this arrangement is not meant to be a legally binding one or an employment contract.
You will be asked to complete an application form and provide two references via our Volunteer Management System, BetterImpact
A Wales where every child with a life-shortening condition lives a fulfilling life, supported with the compassion and specialist care they need.



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Do you want to see more happiness and kindness in the world? We’re looking for dynamic Volunteers to be part of creating exactly that!
About the Role:
Our volunteers bring people together for shared online learning experiences, based on positive psychology, that boost the wellbeing of everyone involved.
- The amazing 6-week Happiness Habits Course is designed to be run by pairs of volunteers. It features expert videos, science-backed exercises and the chance to form meaningful connections. Our course has been specially designed to gather the insights of the world's leading experts on six fundamental aspects of a happy and meaningful life: Gratitude, Self-Care, Relationships, Resilience, Kindness, and Meaning. It is a very impactful (many say life-changing) experience.
- Alternatively, you can get involved by supporting a Monthly Group, bringing like-minded people together to learn evidence-based tools for creating a happier and more meaningful life. Explore the monthly themes and encourage people to set personal actions towards happiness, that support both themselves and others.
Volunteering with Action for Happiness is a path of action that consistently feels like you are making a difference in the world. You don’t have to be an expert - or be happy all the time. If you are a warm and enthusiastic person that is more than enough to get started.
Why Volunteer with Us?
Do something that matters: spreading happiness and witnessing people transform for the better is a huge source of meaning.
Grow your skills: inspiring others, learning together and reinforcing your own happiness skills all contribute to personal growth.
Build community: meeting like-minded people, building lasting friendships and belonging to a global community contributing to a better future for all.
How do I know it’s right for me?
Try out free VOLUNTEER TRAINING via the Action For Happiness website and decide for yourself.
We've designed it especially to help you answer questions like this as it explains thoroughly what being a volunteer involves and helps you reflect on your readiness.
What is the time commitment?
You'll need to set aside a couple of hours for the training initially and a few more for planning your course or group and connecting with your co-volunteer. Then you'll need a couple of hours per session for facilitating (x6 weekly sessions for a course, or x1 session per month for a group).
- Apply today! Together, we can inspire change that ripples out through people’s lives, communities and the world.
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Shout is the UK’s only free, confidential, 24/7 text messaging support service for anyone who is struggling to cope. When people text 'Shout' to 85258, they are connected to a Shout Volunteer for a text conversation. Our volunteers provide a safe space for people to share what's causing them distress, while showing warmth and compassion.
Tasks and Responsibilities
If your application is successful, you’ll be enrolled in a training group. New groups start every two weeks.
Shout Volunteers receive 25 hours of free training in communication, listening, managing and assessing risk, and problem solving. The training is self-paced and done online. You’ll learn how to bring people in distress to a place of calm and practice skills that will be useful to you throughout life.
As we are investing in you throughout your time with us, our hope is that you will complete the training in a timely manner and look at this as a longer term commitment. The experience you gain over time is valuable and our goal is to have volunteers commit to 200 hours on the platform, which can take up to two years to complete, as we ask you to take one 2-4 hour shift per week.
Our Volunteer Training Support team is here to support you, answer any questions and provide feedback during training and throughout your time with Shout. You’ll be joining an incredibly supportive volunteer community and have access to the resources you need to do your role.
As a volunteer, you’ll be supporting people in distress, so it’s important we see the skills required to do that while you are in training. While most trainees complete the training and go on to volunteer, not everyone will pass the training. If this happens, there are other ways you can still support us.
Selection Criteria
A Shout Volunteer is kind and compassionate, a good listener, and has the ability to remain calm when supporting people in crisis. You will also:
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Understand the difference between being friendly and being a friend
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Be aware of your own mental health and wellbeing
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Be open-minded
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Be supportive
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Be reliable
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Be discreet and able to respect confidentiality at all times
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Be accepting and non-judgemental
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Be passionate about contributing some of your time to a cause such as Shout
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Adopt a growth mindset, and be willing to accept feedback
Requirements
- You must live in the United Kingdom or New Zealand while volunteering.
- You must be over 18 years of age.
- You will need a reliable internet connection and a private place to take your shift.
- All of your volunteering must be done using a laptop or desktop computer and Google Chrome.
It’s worth spending time thinking about the nature of the role, and whether it’s right for you. We support all texters, regardless of race, religion, sexual identity or issue. You will need to be comfortable addressing topics frequently discussed with texters (suicide, self-harm, depression, etc.) without compromising your own mental health.
Before you apply, please consider whether either of the following applies to you:
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Have you recently experienced grief, loss or change issue/s? For example; someone close to you has been ill or has died, you’ve lost your job, your relationship has ended.
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Is your current mental health and wellbeing in a place such that the stress and pressure of listening to the challenges of others would bring additional burden to you personally?
Benefits to Volunteers
The role is rewarding and can save lives. Shout Volunteers tell us they gain a sense of pride, satisfaction and purpose from taking conversations. They also tell us that their own wellbeing increases, they learn valuable skills and gain experience they can use at work and in their personal lives.
Volunteering can also be a great addition to your CV. You do not need to have any past experience in mental health to be a Shout Volunteer - we’ll provide you with all the training and support you need to do the role.
Application Process
You will need to create your account and fill in the application using a laptop or desktop computer and in a Google Chrome browser. This is a standard requirement for all of our systems at Shout, from the application through to the platform.
You should leave up to an hour to complete the form. As Shout is a text based service and we do not conduct in person interviews for our volunteer candidates what you write in your application and the strength of your references are how we get to know you.
We appreciate when candidates take the time to write thoughtful, considered answers. We recommend you review your application with an eye toward things like spelling, grammar and punctuation. While some of our texters will occasionally reach out using more informal text speak, our volunteers respond in full sentences and double check their messages for accuracy before hitting send.
Your application will be reviewed once we have received responses from both of your references. We ask for a personal reference and a professional reference. The personal reference can be a friend or colleague but the other must be someone who knows you professionally or has supervised you in some way.
This could be a manager or supervisor from where you work or a teacher or educator from where you study. We recommend you choose references who are able to speak to your ability to fulfil the selection criteria outlined above.
We do not accept references from family members. This includes your partner or their relatives, your children, siblings, aunts, uncles, cousins, grandparents or godparents.
Please allow up to a month for us to review your application and return a decision.
If your application is approved, you can book your place on training. Training groups usually start every two weeks and spaces are available to book a couple of months ahead. While you are in training and before you are allowed on the platform we will carry out a background check.
Shout is the UK’s only free, confidential, 24/7 text messaging support service for anyone who is struggling to cope.
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Our challenge
The Community Fundraising Team is an integral part of The Charity Fundraising Portfolio, with an income target of £3.6 million in 2024/25 and the team consists of Community Fundraisers based across the UK. Our role is to provide fundraising advice and support to our DIY individual fundraisers, Supporter Groups, Community Organisations and Regional Corporates.
How can you help?
We are recruiting a team of Community Fundraising Volunteers to help us provide our amazing DIY individual fundraisers with the best possible experience when contacting The Charity for information or fundraising advice. We want to be able to engage with our fundraisers and respond to queries efficiently, whilst also spotting further fundraising opportunities
for our expert team of regional Community Fundraisers.
As part of a team of Community Fundraising Admin Volunteers, you’d help us to:
• Manage the Community Fundraising Team inboxes.
• Respond to our Fundraisers by their preferred choice, including phone, email etc.
• Identify opportunities for further engagement by the relevant Regional Community Fundraiser.
• Update our CRM with details of the Fundraiser, their DIY event and any action taken in response to their contact with us.
What impact will you have?
You’ll play a vital role in the Community Fundraising Team, helping us provide the best possible experience to our fundraisers.
We’re looking for...
Someone who is passionate about The Charity and our vision. You’ll also need to be:
• Proficient with IT— including CRM software & MS Outlook
• Confident and friendly with strong written and verbal communication skills
• Able to identify new opportunities to raise awareness and funds
• A good team player who understands the importance of collaboration
The Brain Tumour Charity is committed to promoting diversity and inclusion in all aspects of our organisation. We particularly welcome applications from individuals belonging to minority ethnic groups, LGBTQ+ communities, people
with disabilities, and other underrepresented communities.
What can you gain from volunteering?
• You’ll have the opportunity to utilise your existing skills, while developing and learning new ones to take forward into the future
• You’ll join a friendly, passionate team and develop an understanding of how this team at The Charity operates.
Time commitment
We’d ideally be looking for volunteers to commit to volunteering for one day per week (either one full day or two half days), as ideally we are looking for cover across the full working week. The role is home based.
Practical considerations
You will receive a full induction to The Brain Tumour Charity and specific training for the role, as well as ongoing direction from one of our Senior Community Fundraisers, who will be your key contact. We carry out reference checks for all individuals who will be volunteering with us on a regular basis. Volunteers may be required to complete some internal data protection and disclosure documentation before commencing the role. Volunteers must be over 18. We encourage volunteers to claim for any reasonable expenses that are incurred in the course of their volunteering with the Charity.
Need support with the application process?
We are committed to being inclusive and recognise that there may be a number of ways we could support you through the application process. If there’s any adjustments we can make to help you fully engage in the process, please do get in touch.
The Brain Tumour Charity is the world’s leading brain tumour charity and the largest dedicated funder of research into brain tumours globally.



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The Great Autistic CIC is Newly-Founded and exists to tackle rising mental health concerns, hypermobility, inadequate support systems, limited awareness and inclusion, educational barriers and community disconnection faced by neurodiverse individuals, particularly those with autism and learning difficulties.
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We believe that every neurodiverse brain has its own superpowers. Our organisation turns challenges into opportunities by offering tailored educational support, creative social activities like art clubs and nature walks, and strong advocacy that gives voice to those with autism. We’re a community built on lived experience and on a mission to help every unique individual shine.
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Are you a creative whiz with a knack for web design? Do you want to make a real difference in your community?
The Great Autistic CIC is looking for a passionate and talented Volunteer Web Designer to join our team! We're a friendly bunch dedicated to supporting the autistic community, and we need your help to make our online presence shine.
What You'll Be Doing:
- Help us create a beautiful and user-friendly website: We want our website to be a welcoming and informative space for everyone.
- Work on exciting projects: You'll get to use your design skills on real projects that make a difference.
- Learn and grow: We're a supportive team, and you'll have the chance to develop your skills and learn new things.
What We're Looking For:
- Someone with a passion for web design: Whether you're a beginner or a pro, we'd love to hear from you!
- A friendly and reliable person: We're looking for someone who's easy to work with and committed to helping out.
- Someone who's kind, honest, and understanding: We value these qualities in all our volunteers.
What You'll Get:
- The chance to build your portfolio: Showcase your skills and experience with real-world projects.
- Connect with a wonderful community: Meet new people and make a difference.
- Feel good about giving back: Your work will help us support autistic individuals and their families.
Interested: please email us!!
and tell us a bit about yourself and why you'd like to volunteer with us!
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