Outreach Support Volunteer Roles in Westminster, Greater London

We are looking for dedicated Outreach Volunteers in the London Boroughs of Kingston, Richmond and Wandsworth. We would particularly like to hear from you if you live in or near the above boroughs.

The Outreach teams encounter people on their first steps from homelessness to independence – providing pathways and support to assist people off the streets.

We work with people who are rough sleeping and we do shifts late at night, and early in the morning, to find these individuals. SPEAR then works with people on a housing pathway and assists them to link into various support services, tailored to the challenges an individual might face.

SPEAR is looking for self-motivated, outgoing, and empathic people who could volunteer to provide support to vulnerably housed, rough sleepers, or anyone using homelessness services in the London boroughs of Richmond, Wandsworth and Kingston.

The volunteer will enjoy developing positive relationships with new people and will be willing to work outside of their own comfort zone providing support and assistance to the Outreach Teams clients. The volunteer must have an enhanced DBS background check (SPEAR will apply for this on your behalf.)
It would be desirable if you had a driving license.

We are looking for volunteers to join our street outreach team. We go out in Central London 3 evenings a week and give out hot drinks and food to people who are sleeping out. We see regular guests and have a chat, check they're ok and see if there's anything that we can bring them.

If you would like to join our experienced and friendly volunteer team, meet some lovely characters and help make someone's day a little better please get in touch, even if you can only come out once or twice a month. 

It is fantastic that you would like to find out more about volunteering at St Mungo’s. As an Outreach volunteer you will be assisting outreach workers to support Romanes or Romanian speaking clients face-to-face or over the phone. Other tasks involved in this role will include helping clients access support around immigration, employment, reconnections, and accommodation, to have a good understanding of the Roma communities and have knowledge of the UK EUSS requirements while understanding the rights clients have with pre settled statues and settled statues. For this role it is required that you can speak Romanes or Romanian fluently or to a high level.

In this role, you will be supporting us with some or all of the following tasks:

• Assisting outreach workers to support Romanes or Romanian speaking clients face to-face or over the phone.

• Engaging with rough sleepers who have been referred via StreetLink and those known to the team, supporting the key worker with general assessments

• Helping clients access support around immigration, employment and reconnections and accommodation.

• Working together with the outreach worker and divide tasks where appropriate, such as accompanying clients to appointments

• Supporting outreach workers with navigation and note taking.

• Engaging with rough sleeping clients with sensitivity and respect.

• Adhering to St Mungo’s Policies and Procedures at all times.

• Promoting St Mungo’s work in an appropriate manner.

• Actively promoting equality, diversity and inclusion among staff, fellow volunteers and clients.

Please see all locations and the time commitments we are currently recruiting for in this role:

• London- Mondays-Friday, between 9:30am-5pm, 4-15 hours per week/ 1-2 days per week. 

Amplify Barawak’s mission and enhance our public presence through strategic marketing and powerful advocacy. As the Marketing Outreach and Advocacy Vertical Lead, you’ll craft compelling narratives that engage and mobilize our community.
 

Understanding the Verticals at Barawak

Imagine Barawak as a living, thriving tree. Our verticals are like the main branches—each one strong and important, reaching out in its own direction but all connected to the same trunk, our community's mission. These four powerhouse teams each have a special job:

• The Fundraising and Financial Management vertical covers fundraising and money matters: This team is all about finding resources—like getting donations and grants—to keep our programmes strong and healthy.They will spend their time writing fantastic letters, sponsorship proposals and funding requests on behalf of Barawak as a whole, but also (supporting programme leads) to specific organisations for Barawak service lines.

• The Partnership Development and Collaboration vertical covers building bridges: They're the connectors, making friends with other groups, businesses, and everyone who can help us grow.

• The Volunteer Engagement vertical covers welcoming our helpers: This bunch is in charge of gathering our most valuable resource—people like you who want to volunteer and make a difference.

• The Marketing Outreach and Advocacy vertical covers spreading the word: They tell our story far and wide, making sure everyone knows what we're up to and how they can join in.

Each vertical team works in two distinct ways: the first way is for Barawak as a whole, and the second way is in support of each Barawak service, feeding our programmes, like roots bringing water and nutrients to the branches. Whether it's Poverty Relief, Education, Employment Support, Community Engagement or Sports and Wellness, these verticals give the support each programme needs to blossom and bear fruit. Working together, they make sure we're all pushing in the same direction—towards a future where our community stands tall and proud.

Introduction to the Marketing, Outreach, and Advocacy vertical Lead role:

The Marketing, Outreach, and Advocacy Lead is the driving force behind Barawak’s communication, its brand identity and public presence. This strategic role involves developing and implementing marketing and outreach initiatives to amplify Barawak's mission and to advocate for the Afro-Hebrew community. It requires collaboration with trustees and programme leads to ensure consistent messaging and effective advocacy.

Key Responsibilities:

1. Strategic Marketing and Outreach:

• Develop and execute a comprehensive marketing and outreach strategy that promotes Barawak’s mission, programs, and events.

• Utilize a multi-channel approach, including social media, local press, and community events, to raise awareness and engage diverse audiences.

2. Advocacy Campaigns:

• Craft and lead advocacy campaigns that support Barawak’s strategic objectives and service lines, ensuring the community's voice is heard on critical issues.

• Build relationships with media outlets and influencers to enhance Barawak’s visibility and impact.

3. Support to Trustees:

• Provide the Board of Trustees with strategic marketing insights and advocacy support, enabling informed decision-making.

• Ensure trustees are kept informed of marketing and advocacy efforts and outcomes, aligning with Barawak’s governance and strategic plans.

4. Programme-Specific Outreach:

• Tailor marketing and advocacy efforts to support the unique goals of each Barawak programme, from Poverty Relief to Sports and Wellness.

• Collaborate with programme leads to highlight success stories, key initiatives, and opportunities for community involvement.

5. Brand Management:

• Oversee Barawak’s brand identity and messaging across all platforms, ensuring consistency and alignment with organizational values.

• Develop marketing materials and campaigns that resonate with the community and stakeholders.

6. Performance Analysis:

• Monitor and analyze the effectiveness of marketing and advocacy initiatives, using data-driven insights to refine strategies.

Qualifications and Skills:

• Experience in marketing, public relations, or advocacy within the nonprofit sector.

• Strong creative and strategic thinking skills, with the ability to develop compelling narratives.

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with proficiency across various media platforms.

• A collaborative spirit, adept at working with diverse teams and community groups.

In the role of Marketing, Outreach, and Advocacy Lead, you will be the storyteller and voice of Barawak, shaping the way the world sees and understands our mission and the community we serve.

Important: This advert is for a voluntary role, which is unpaid and not subject to reimbursement of expenses. Any agreement with the successful candidate is not intended to be a legally binding contract between us and may be cancelled at any time at the discretion of either party. By applying for the role, candidates agree that neither of us intend any employment relationship to be created either now or at any time in the future.

Carers Trust Hillingdon is the leading charity in the London Borough of Hillingdon and we are looking for enthusiastic and caring individuals to provide a warm and friendly welcome to all our visitors and support the staff in a variety of administrative tasks.

Our vision is to be recognised as the gateway to a better life for all unpaid carers in Hillingdon.

Main purpose of volunteering role

To provide a warm and friendly welcome to all our visitors and support the staff  with a variety of administrative tasks.

Availability

The role is required on Mondays and/or Wednesdays, 10am – 4pm.

Location

Based at Carers Trust Hillingdon offices on Uxbridge High Street, UB8 1JT.

Key responsibilities

· Work on your own in the Advice Centre welcoming visitors

· Be patient and empathetic to any visitors and call for an appropriate staff member to deal with the concern

· Answer incoming calls and transferring to appropriate member of staff

· Make calls on behalf of the staff, inviting carers to activities etc.

· Various administrative tasks such as photocopying and inputting data

· Input data onto charity log

· Help support outreach activity

· Help support fund raising activities

Specialist skills/training/knowledge

· Good communication and interpersonal skills to be able to talk to clients

· Good telephone and computer skills

· Show high standards of professional behaviour and appearance

· Be able to reach the venue via public transport or own transport (expenses will be paid)

Help bridge the employment gap by offering crucial CV support and facilitating job interview preparation. As an Employment Support Programme Manager at Barawak, you'll empower our community with the tools needed for sustainable employment success.

Introduction to the Employment Support Programme at Barawak

The Employment Support Programme at Barawak is an instrumental part of our strategic initiative to enhance the economic well-being of the Afro-Hebrew community through increased employability. Our focused strategy is to improve job readiness and access to employment opportunities by providing practical support such as CV clinics, interview coaching, and subsidies for travel to interviews and courses. This programme is designed to create real change, with the aim to see a measurable increase in employment rates within our community. By creating and leveraging partnerships with local businesses and organisations, we not only open doors for immediate job placements but also lay the groundwork for sustained economic growth. Through this service line, we strive to fulfill our mission of economic empowerment, making tangible progress towards our vision of a prosperous and self-sustaining community.

Key Responsibilities:

1. Plan and execute the Employment Support strategy and service line:

• CV Assistance and subsidising travel: Organize and oversee quarterly CV clinics and provide discretionary support for travel costs associated with interviews and courses, enhancing job readiness among community members.

• Discretionary interview support: provide access to high quality discretionary interview practice and advice.

• Job opportunity signposting: Develop and maintain partnerships with businesses and organizations to highlight job opportunities for the community. Act as a liaison for discretionary referrals to these job opportunities, ensuring a fit between community members’ skills and available positions.

2. Measure performance: Keep accurate count of the number of individuals assisted with CVs, job applications and interview preparation; the number vacancies shared with the community and any successful placement rates of those assisted. Provide this data to the Governance Team and Trustees on request.

3. Collaboration with Verticals Teams: 

• Partnership Development & Collaboration Team: Coordinate with this team to identify and establishalliances and partnerships with local, regional and global organisations, businesses, councils, and thegovernment to acquire Employment Supportresources, speakers or information.

• Fundraising & Financial Management Team: Collaborate with this team to conduct fundraising activities and financial planning for the Employment Support service line. Identify diverse revenue streams, such as grants, donations, corporate sponsorships, fundraising events for the Employment Supportservice.

• Volunteer Engagement Team: Work with this team to recruit, train and manage volunteers to support the Employment Support service delivery.

• Marketing Outreach & Advocacy: work with this team to enhance visibility of the Employment Supportservice across social media, press, and community events. 

4. Governance Team Interaction: Provide regular updates and reports to the Governance, Secretariat & Performance Reporting team. Ensure programmealignment with Barawak policies, procedures, strategyand objectives. Collaborate on monitoring and evaluation efforts to assess Employment Support service impact and effectiveness.

Person Specification:

• Skills: Strong organisational and leadership skills, excellent communication abilities, and adept at working in a collaborative environment. Eagar to learn new skills.

• Attributes: Deep understanding of the challenges faced by the Afro-Hebrew community in the UK. Commitment to Barawak's values of helping out, sticking together, and staying strong. Ability to work flexibly and respond to evolving community needs.

• Commitment: Passionate about making a tangible difference in the lives of individuals and families dealing with poverty. Innovative thinker with a focus on creating sustainable, long-term solutions.

Important: This advert is for a voluntary role, which is unpaid and not subject to reimbursement of expenses. Any agreement with the successful candidate is not intended to be a legally binding contract between us and may be cancelled at any time at the discretion of either party. By applying for the role, candidates agree that neither of us intend any employment relationship to be created either now or at any time in the future.

To apply, submit a CV by 1 May 2024, clearly stating the role you are applying for.

It’s fantastic that you’d like to find out more about volunteering at St Mungo’s. As a Streetlink London Phone Line Volunteer, you will be connecting people who are sleeping rough to local support services in their area that can help to end their homelessness. You will be taking phone calls from people who are sleeping rough, and linking them to vital support services, to help end their rough sleeping. As a phone line service, it’s important to note that this role provides support to those sleeping rough over the phone, and not face to face. This volunteering role is a great opportunity to not only learn about resources and provision available to those sleeping rough, but to also play an incredibly vital role in helping to end people’s homelessness.

Please note we are particularly seeking applicants who can fill our weekday daytime hours.

In this role, you will be supporting us with all or some of the following tasks: 

• Supporting with a high volume of calls and alerts via our website and mobile app from members of the public and people who are sleeping rough themselves. 
• Creating detailed alerts for local outreach teams so that people rough sleeping are found as quickly as possible. 
• Signposting people experiencing homelessness to other homeless support services. 
• Educating callers on a variety of issues related to homelessness. 
• Adhering to St Mungo’s Policies and Procedures at all times.

Do I need to have any specific skills?

• Confidence in answering phone calls and a warm telephone manner. 
• Excellent IT skills (word processing, data entry, Google maps). 
• A friendly personality and customer-focused approach. 
• Ability to stay calm under pressure. 
• Enthusiasm and motivation. 
• An understanding of the causes of homelessness and its impact. 
• Genuine interest in and commitment to St Mungo’s work and client group. 

An understanding of and commitment to diversity & equality. We particularly welcome applicants with lived experience of homelessness and homeless services.

Volunteer Project Worker Responsibilities: 

As a Volunteer Project Worker, you will play a key role in supporting our outreach sessions. Your friendly and welcoming demeanour will contribute to creating a positive and inclusive atmosphere for children of all ages and backgrounds. Whatever your PASSION is – come and teach our children!!! 

Your main responsibilities may include: 

1. Play Sessions: 

- Engage with children in interactive and imaginative play sessions, promoting creativity and social development. 

2. Cookery Activities: 

- Assist in cookery sessions, helping children explore the joy of preparing simple, nutritious meals. 

3. Sewing and Crafting: 

- Guide children in sewing and crafting activities, fostering their artistic expression and fine motor skills. 

4. Friendly Support: 

- Provide a warm and welcoming presence, ensuring that every child feels valued and included during the sessions. 

5. Sense of Humor: 

- Bring your good sense of humor to create a joyful and enjoyable environment for both children and fellow volunteers. 

6. Flexibility: 

- Be adaptable and ready to assist in various activities as needed during outreach sessions. 

Why Volunteer with Us: 

- Make a positive impact on the lives of young people in our community. 

- Join a vibrant and inclusive team dedicated to creating a nurturing environment. 

- Enhance your skills in working with diverse age groups and backgrounds. 

- Be part of a welcoming and supportive community that values your contribution.

We are looking for a volunteer to review our finances and financial reporting at the centre. We need to ensure we are compliant with the Charity Commission Guidelines and are have robust financial processes in place. 

At Sutton Women's Centre we provide key services to the community supporting women who have experienced domestic abuse as well outreach services educating members of the community on domestic abuse. We provide counselling and other services to help women thrive such as cooking classes and computer courses. 

We have grown substantially over the past years and require a full review of our finances and financial processes to ensure we are compliant and to explore efficiencies. It would be great to have an experienced volunteer working alongside us as we work through our finances and ensure they are up to scratch with the relevant legislation. 

Overview: As a Volunteer Senior Fundraiser for our women's menstrual health charity in Malawi, dedicated to ending period poverty, you will play a vital role in supporting our mission to improve access to menstrual health products, education, and support for women and girls in Malawi. By leading fundraising efforts, you will directly contribute to expanding our programs, reaching more individuals, and making a meaningful impact on menstrual health equity in Malawi.

Responsibilities:

1. Fundraising Strategy Development: Collaborate with the executive team to develop a comprehensive fundraising strategy tailored to the context and needs of Malawi. Identify and prioritise fundraising opportunities, campaigns, and initiatives to achieve fundraising goals.

2. Donor Cultivation and Engagement: Build and maintain relationships with individual donors, local businesses, philanthropic organisations, and other potential supporters in the UK and Malawi. Develop personalized cultivation strategies to engage donors, communicate impact, and solicit contributions.

3. Grant Research and Proposal Writing: Conduct research to identify grant opportunities from local and international foundations, NGOs, and government agencies. Prepare high-quality grant proposals and applications, adhering to funder guidelines and deadlines.

4. Community Outreach and Awareness: Raise awareness about menstrual health issues and our organisation's work by supporting local women in community outreach activities, including workshops, presentations, and networking events in order to amplify our message and reach underserved populations.

5. Online Fundraising Campaigns: Plan and execute online fundraising campaigns using digital platforms and social media channels. Develop compelling campaign content, appeals, and engagement strategies to attract donors and mobilise support from a wider audience.

Qualifications:

• Passion for women's health, menstrual equity, and social impact in Malawi.
• Previous experience in fundraising, development, or related fields preferred.
• Strong communication skills in English
• Knowledge of the local philanthropic landscape, fundraising regulations, and cultural sensitivities in Malawi.
• Ability to work independently, manage time effectively, and meet fundraising targets within a flexible schedule.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, fundraising software, and online platforms.
• Commitment to equity, diversity, and inclusion principles in fundraising practices.

Benefits:

• Opportunity to make a tangible difference in improving menstrual health outcomes for women and girls in Malawi.
• Professional development and networking opportunities in the field of fundraising and international development.
• Flexible schedule and remote work arrangement, allowing you to contribute your skills and expertise from anywhere.

Join us in advancing menstrual health equity in Malawi and empowering women and girls to thrive. Apply now to become a Volunteer Senior Fundraiser and be part of our dedicated team driving positive change in the community.

About us

Established in December 2013, Betknowmore UK’s mission is to address gambling related harm in UK communities. We are the leading provider of gambling support and training services. We work tirelessly to raise awareness, deliver support services and, through education, create more understanding about gambling related harm. ‘We want people to be empowered, to live the life they want to lead.’ Read more about our values, strategy and impact.

We exist to provide support and training services that prevent and address personal and societal harms caused by gambling. Together we aim to raise awareness, deliver support services and, through education, create more understanding about gambling harm.

Today the charity is governed by a Board of Trustees and run by Betknowmore UK senior management. This is where you come in – we are currently recruiting new members for our Board of Trustees.

About you

We are seeking committed individuals who share our vision, mission and values to join our board. You do not need to have prior knowledge of gambling harms as training will be provided throughout the induction period. Previous experience as a trustee, although desirable, is not essential.

We are specifically looking for the skills in the following areas.

·Community Engagement/networking/influencing

·Legal

·Commissioning

·Research

·Finance

For more information about the duties of a trustee and the person specification please see the Role Description Pack below. We would love to hear from you if you have time, skills and experience to share.

How to apply

To apply, please email your CV and a cover letter outlining why you would like to become a trustee and how your skills and knowledge would be an asset to the charity. (details in jobpack)

Do you have a passion for IT or learning new technology? Know your uploads from your downloads or consider yourself a ‘techie’?  Then we are looking for you! But whatever your background, the most important skill you have will be enthusiasm – about being online, technology, willingness to learn and communicate that knowledge to the people Age UK Devon support.

A Digital champion volunteer,  helps older people learn IT skills in a safe and supportive way.

You will help provide support and guidance, to build their digital skills and confidence, enabling them to live a more digitally inclusive and independent life.

The role involves providing personalised support to an older person through one-to-one sessions in their home, or through group coaching in a community setting.

And in return you will gain new skills, be part of your local community, make new friends, and be proud to support Age UK Devon enable older people to get the most out of life!

Age UK Devon will repay any agreed travel expenses

More information about this volunteering role on our website. For an informal chat about this role please call us 

Volunteer with Rahab and be part of transforming women’s lives 

Do you have a desire to help vulnerable women grow into a life in which they feel safe, free, whole and capable? 

At Rahab we work towards seeing the lives of at risk and vulnerable women affected by prostitution and trafficking transformed, supporting those who are sexually exploited with unconditional acceptance, compassion and dignity to rebuild their lives and achieve their own identity and freedom. We provide learning and development opportunities for women to engage in and offer a supportive environment as they explore ways to self-determine their onward journey.

We are a dedicated team of professionals, facilitating casework support, counselling, wellbeing and learning. As a Rahab volunteer, you will gain valuable and unique insight into not only our work but also some of the wider factors that contribute to the exploitation and abuse of women in and across London. But most importantly you will play a part in the transformation we work towards in the lives of individual women.  Find out more about us and our work on our website

Your contribution 

We are looking for Volunteers for a range of activities including befriending, pastoral care, outreach, teaching ESL, casework, admin and counselling. It’s an exciting time to join our team as we are implementing steps to expand our work to support more women.

We need volunteers who are willing to help, with a caring approach and sensitivity to the challenges involved in this work. All volunteers will receive training. Volunteer Counsellors must be qualified to a minimum of Level 5 Diploma or Degree level and be a member of the ACC, BACP or UKCP, and will receive supervision.

Please note that commencement of volunteer activities is dependent on placement and necessary onboarding for specific roles. 

Time committment will vary for each placement, dependent on requirements, but generally this would be between 5 to 10 hours per month.

How to apply 

We are also happy to have an informal chat if you are interested and would like to know more about the range of our activities and how best you can be involved as a volunteer. Please be in touch with us and we can answer your questions or arrange to speak. 

Children of Voices is a hugely respected charitable organisation helping to improve the lives of young people and their families through genuine care, love, and support.  

We are currently seeking a volunteer Personal Assistant/Office Manager. This role is ideal for an individual with experience as a P.A./Manager looking to work within the charity sector. 

Responsibilities typically include: 

• Acting as a first point of contact for enquiries: (email/calendar management and phone calls, managing diaries 

• Typing, compiling, and preparing reports, presentations, and correspondence. 

• Miscellaneous tasks to support the CEO which will vary according to projects and tasks but could include fundraising, event planning, social media, community outreach, press & PR. 

• Managing databases and filing systems. 

• Implementing and maintaining procedures/policies & administrative systems 

• Forming a relationship with our clients as they are part of the community. 

Essential skills for this role are: 

• Organization skills: The ability to prioritize tasks, manage time, and keep track of deadlines is crucial.  

• Communication skills: should be able to communicate effectively in writing. 

• Attention to detail: the ability to pick up on small details can prevent costly mistakes from occurring. 

• Problem-solving skills: the ability to identify and resolve problems quickly and efficiently.  

This is an exciting opportunity to contribute to a worthy cause. The organisation has a warm and friendly atmosphere and will be extremely rewarding for the candidate. 

Prior to submitting your application for this position, we suggest you visit our website to gain a better understanding of our organisation and our mission.