Person to person volunteer volunteer roles in london, england
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Volunteer Befrienders needed now in Cardiff and the Vale
Age Connects Cardiff and the Vale are reaching out to find new volunteers to help our older clients stay in contact with the outside world. Many older people remain alone at home for long periods of time, with only the TV for company. You can get out into your community and help an older person combat loneliness and isolation.
No experience is necessary. If you could spare just an hour a week to support an older person and bring some cheer into their lives, we would love to hear from you.
You just need to have good communication skills, be a good listener and enjoy having a chat.
Opportunities across Cardiff and the Vale, South Wales
Volunteer today to support older people in Cardiff and the Vale. Volunteers need to be aged 18 + and make a minimum commitment of 6 months..
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
RSBC are looking for volunteers to help deliver our range of activities, visits and services to children and young people with visual impairments.
The majority of activities are held at our Life Without Limits Centre by London Bridge.
Role: Activities Volunteer
Commitment: Currently, sessions are run both during the week (mostly in the afternoon) and at weekends (usually on a Saturday). Activity volunteering is a flexible commitment, and you will be able to sign up for the session you like and when you have time. It really is up to you and your availability.
Location: Life Without Limits Centre - 10 Lower Thames Street, London, EC3R 6EN
Availability: RSBC Events · Events Calendar - https://lu.ma/rsbc
Age: 18+
Our Mission Statement:
RSBC believes that every blind young person should have the chance to live life without limits.
By giving young people the essential skills and confidence to take control of their life, they can unleash their true potential.
Our success depends on our values
Underpinning all RSBC’s work are values embedded in trust and excellence:
TRUST: Respect and accountability
ENERGY: Straight talking and constantly learning
AMBITION: Confronting reality and driving results
MOTIVATION: Vision impaired children and young people are our number one priority, and we look for solutions, not problems
What will I be doing?
Our amazing Activity Volunteers play a key role in supporting blind children and young people to take part in a variety of activities. These range from sports, creative (singing, performing, art), audiobook club and day trips. Our activities are designed for blind young people to meet new friends, gain confidence, learn new skills/sports, and become more independent. The skills you have developed in your career and personal life will be invaluable to our young people.
Key Tasks and Main Duties
Face-to-face activities
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1:1 sighted guiding from and to public transport locations
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practical support onsite
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supporting the sessions
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facilitate social interaction between the participants
Who are you?
We welcome applications from people with a wide range of skills and experiences. You don’t need to have volunteered or worked before as full training will be provided. What’s important to us is that you are a team player, open to learning and willing to follow RSBC’s policies and can be an excellent ambassador for RSBC. We particularly welcome applications from people with lived experience of sight problems.
What’s in it for me?
RSBC offers the opportunity to gain insight and experience into helping others with sight issues. As part of your volunteering, you will have access to Sighted Guide training, a training session designed to help you understand the issues and complexities of sight problems and give you the ability to help others navigate the world.
RSBC also provides paid expenses for your volunteering experience, you can claim up to £10 per day.
RSBC can also provide references and impact reports from your volunteering if required.
You will be fully supported in your role by our team of expert and compassionate service delivery team.
Develop or utilise your skills – As a volunteer, you’ll be given plenty of opportunities to develop new skills or use those you already have, which can help to build your CV, boost your employability and give you a sense of satisfaction.
What's in it for the Community?
Make a difference to people’s lives
Help in your community
Help deliver creative services to help people with sighted issues feel included in the world around them.
Make a direct and tangible difference to the lives of blind and partially sighted children and young people.
Safeguarding:
Due to the nature of the role, before you can begin volunteering with RSBC there are some required safeguarding checks which will need to be completed.
All RSBC volunteers undergo an Enhanced DBS check (paid for by RSBC) and must provide two references.
All volunteers will also be booked onto safeguarding training.
RSBC risk assesses all its services and activities.
Next Steps:
If this sounds like you, please fill out an expression of interest, and one of our volunteer team members will get back to you!
To be there for blind children and their families with specialist support throughout their journey.
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Bright Futures UK is looking for passionate and knowledgeable Early Years practitioner to provide educational support and a fun, safe learning environment for young people living with serious illnesses.
What will you be doing?
Run sessions online to support a young person.
Utilise knowledge about learning in the Early Years Foundation Stage
Help to combat social isolation through fun and engaging sessions.
Adhere to safeguarding policies and report concerns to the BFUK Team
What are we looking for?
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Subject Knowledge: Strong understanding of EYFS curriculum and Development Matters
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Teaching Skills: Ability to explore ideas in an engaging way.
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Empathy and Patience: Kind and understanding nature, especially towards those facing health challenges.
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Reliability: Consistent availability for the agreed-upon time commitment.
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Adherence to safeguarding policies and report concerns to the BFUK Team
What difference will you make?
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Academic Progress: Help young people stay on track with their education despite their health challenges.
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Confidence Builder: Provide a stable and encouraging presence that helps build the learners' confidence and resilience.
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Future Opportunities: Equip learners with the foundational knowledge and skills they need to access education.
What will you gain?
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Enhanced DBS will be provided
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Safeguarding Level One Training
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Skill Development opportunities
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Direct experience working with children and young people
You must be a UK resident and be at least 18 years old.
As a charity that supports children and young people, we make safeguarding individuals our top priority. For this reason, all volunteers are subject to an enhanced criminal record and disclosures check. We also ask all volunteers to adhere to our Safeguarding, Equality and Confidentiality policies. These are nothing to worry about and if you have any questions, our team are happy to support you.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Actively Interviewing
This organisation is scheduling interviews as applications come in. They're ready to hire as soon as they find the right person. Don't miss your opportunity, apply now!
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.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Actively Interviewing
This organisation is scheduling interviews as applications come in. They're ready to hire as soon as they find the right person. Don't miss your opportunity, apply now!
Bright Futures UK is looking for passionate and knowledgeable GCSE Science tutors to provide educational support and a fun, safe learning environment for young people living with serious illnesses.
What will you be doing?
Run tutoring sessions online to support a young person.
Offer subject area knowledge and expertise related to GCSE Science
Help to combat social isolation through fun and engaging tutoring sessions.
Adhere to safeguarding policies and report concerns to the BFUK Team
What are we looking for?
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Subject Knowledge: Strong understanding of GCSE Science concepts and specifications
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Teaching Skills: Ability to explain complex ideas in a clear and engaging way.
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Empathy and Patience: Kind and understanding nature, especially towards those facing health challenges.
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Reliability: Consistent availability for the agreed-upon time commitment.
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Adherence to safeguarding policies and report concerns to the BFUK Team
What difference will you make?
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Academic Progress: Help young people stay on track with their studies despite their health challenges, ensuring they do not fall behind.
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Confidence Builder: Provide a stable and encouraging presence that helps build the students' confidence and resilience.
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Future Opportunities: Equip students with the knowledge and skills they need to succeed.
What will you gain?
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Enhanced DBS will be provided
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Safeguarding Level One Training
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Skill Development opportunities
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Direct experience working with children and young people
You must be a UK resident and be at least 18 years old.
As a charity that supports children and young people, we make safeguarding individuals our top priority. For this reason, all volunteers are subject to an enhanced criminal record and disclosures check. We also ask all volunteers to adhere to our Safeguarding, Equality and Confidentiality policies. These are nothing to worry about and if you have any questions, our team are happy to support you.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Actively Interviewing
This organisation is scheduling interviews as applications come in. They're ready to hire as soon as they find the right person. Don't miss your opportunity, apply now!
Bright Futures UK is looking for compassionate and knowledgeable professionals in the gaming industry to mentor a young person living with long-term illnesses.
What will you be doing?
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Run mentoring sessions online to support a young person back into university
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Offer advice and insights related to game and character design or animation through tailored sessions
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Help the young person explore potential career paths in the gaming and animation industries
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Share your own experiences and knowledge to inspire and motivate.
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Adhere to safeguarding policies and report any concerns to BFUK
What are we looking for?
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Expertise in gaming industry: Profound knowledge and experience in the gaming industry preferably in areas like character design.
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Mentoring and Communication: Ability to mentor effectively, offering guidance and support to a young person with clarity and empathy.
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Flexibility and Commitment: Willingness to commit to 5-6 months of 1-hour sessions
What difference will you make?
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By volunteering as a Mentor, you’ll play a vital role in empowering a young person to take control of their health and future, helping them to achieve their goals despite the challenges they face.
As a charity that supports children and young people, we make safeguarding individuals our top priority. For this reason, all volunteers are subject to an enhanced criminal record and disclosures check. We also ask all volunteers to adhere to our Safeguarding, Equality and Confidentiality policies. These are nothing to worry about and if you have any questions, our team are happy to support you.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Actively Interviewing
This organisation is scheduling interviews as applications come in. They're ready to hire as soon as they find the right person. Don't miss your opportunity, apply now!
Bright Futures UK is looking for passionate and knowledgeable GCSE English tutors to provide educational support and a fun, safe learning environment for young people living with serious illnesses.
What will you be doing?
Run tutoring sessions online to support a young person.
Offer subject area knowledge and expertise related to GCSE English
Help to combat social isolation through fun and engaging tutoring sessions.
Adhere to safeguarding policies and report concerns to the BFUK Team
What are we looking for?
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Subject Knowledge: Strong understanding of GCSE English concepts and specifications
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Teaching Skills: Ability to explain complex ideas in a clear and engaging way.
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Empathy and Patience: Kind and understanding nature, especially towards those facing health challenges.
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Reliability: Consistent availability for the agreed-upon time commitment.
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Adherence to safeguarding policies and report concerns to the BFUK Team
What difference will you make?
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Academic Progress: Help young people stay on track with their studies despite their health challenges, ensuring they do not fall behind.
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Confidence Builder: Provide a stable and encouraging presence that helps build the students' confidence and resilience.
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Future Opportunities: Equip students with the knowledge and skills they need to succeed.
What will you gain?
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Enhanced DBS will be provided
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Safeguarding Level One Training
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Skill Development opportunities
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Direct experience working with children and young people
You must be a UK resident and be at least 18 years old.
As a charity that supports children and young people, we make safeguarding individuals our top priority. For this reason, all volunteers are subject to an enhanced criminal record and disclosures check. We also ask all volunteers to adhere to our Safeguarding, Equality and Confidentiality policies. These are nothing to worry about and if you have any questions, our team are happy to support you.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Actively Interviewing
This organisation is scheduling interviews as applications come in. They're ready to hire as soon as they find the right person. Don't miss your opportunity, apply now!
Bright Futures UK is looking for passionate and engaging tutors to provide educational support to primary aged pupils in Maths and English and a fun, safe learning environment for young people living with long-term illnesses.
What will you be doing?
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Run tutoring sessions online to support a young person.
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Offer subject area knowledge and expertise related to KS1 and KS2 Maths and English.
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Help to combat social isolation through fun and engaging tutoring sessions.
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Adhere to safeguarding policies and report concerns to the BFUK Team
What are we looking for?
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Subject Knowledge: Strong understanding of Primary Maths and English Curriculum.
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Teaching Skills: Ability to explain complex ideas in a clear and engaging way.
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Empathy and Patience: Kind and understanding nature, especially towards those facing health challenges.
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Reliability: Consistent availability for the agreed-upon time commitment.
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Adherence to safeguarding policies and report concerns to the BFUK Team
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You must be a UK resident and be at least 18 years old.
What difference will you make?
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Academic Progress: Help young people stay on track with their studies despite their health challenges, ensuring they do not fall behind.
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Confidence Builder: Provide a stable and encouraging presence that helps build the students' confidence and resilience.
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Future Opportunities: Equip students with the knowledge and skills they need to succeed.
What will you gain?
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Enhanced DBS will be provided
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Safeguarding Level One Training
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Skill Development opportunities
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Direct experience working with children and young people
As a charity that supports children and young people, we make safeguarding individuals our top priority. For this reason, all volunteers are subject to an enhanced criminal record and disclosures check. We also ask all volunteers to adhere to our Safeguarding, Equality and Confidentiality policies. These are nothing to worry about and if you have any questions, our team are happy to support you.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Actively Interviewing
This organisation is scheduling interviews as applications come in. They're ready to hire as soon as they find the right person. Don't miss your opportunity, apply now!
Bright Futures UK is looking for passionate and knowledgeable GCSE French tutors to provide educational support and a fun, safe learning environment for young people living with serious illnesses.
What will you be doing?
Run tutoring sessions online to support a young person.
Offer subject area knowledge and expertise related to GCSE French
Help to combat social isolation through fun and engaging tutoring sessions.
Adhere to safeguarding policies and report concerns to the BFUK Team
What are we looking for?
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Subject Knowledge: Strong understanding of GCSE French concepts and specifications. and ability to re-visit KS3 French knowledge
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Teaching Skills: Ability to explain complex ideas in a clear and engaging way.
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Empathy and Patience: Kind and understanding nature, especially towards those facing health challenges.
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Reliability: Consistent availability for the agreed-upon time commitment.
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Adherence to safeguarding policies and report concerns to the BFUK Team
What difference will you make?
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Academic Progress: Help young people stay on track with their studies despite their health challenges, ensuring they do not fall behind.
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Confidence Builder: Provide a stable and encouraging presence that helps build the students' confidence and resilience.
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Future Opportunities: Equip students with the knowledge and skills they need to succeed.
What will you gain?
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Enhanced DBS will be provided
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Safeguarding Level One Training
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Skill Development opportunities
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Direct experience working with children and young people
You must be a UK resident and be at least 18 years old.
As a charity that supports children and young people, we make safeguarding individuals our top priority. For this reason, all volunteers are subject to an enhanced criminal record and disclosures check. We also ask all volunteers to adhere to our Safeguarding, Equality and Confidentiality policies. These are nothing to worry about and if you have any questions, our team are happy to support you.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Actively Interviewing
This organisation is scheduling interviews as applications come in. They're ready to hire as soon as they find the right person. Don't miss your opportunity, apply now!
Bright Futures UK is looking for passionate and knowledgeable GCSE Geography tutors to provide educational support and a fun, safe learning environment for young people living with serious illnesses.
What will you be doing?
Run tutoring sessions online to support a young person.
Offer subject area knowledge and expertise related to GCSE Geography
Help to combat social isolation through fun and engaging tutoring sessions.
Adhere to safeguarding policies and report concerns to the BFUK Team
What are we looking for?
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Subject Knowledge: Strong understanding of GCSE Geography concepts and specifications.
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Teaching Skills: Ability to explain complex ideas in a clear and engaging way.
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Empathy and Patience: Kind and understanding nature, especially towards those facing health challenges.
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Reliability: Consistent availability for the agreed-upon time commitment.
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Adherence to safeguarding policies and report concerns to the BFUK Team
What difference will you make?
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Academic Progress: Help young people stay on track with their studies despite their health challenges, ensuring they do not fall behind.
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Confidence Builder: Provide a stable and encouraging presence that helps build the students' confidence and resilience.
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Future Opportunities: Equip students with the knowledge and skills they need to succeed.
What will you gain?
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Enhanced DBS will be provided
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Safeguarding Level One Training
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Skill Development opportunities
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Direct experience working with children and young people
You must be a UK resident and be at least 18 years old.
As a charity that supports children and young people, we make safeguarding individuals our top priority. For this reason, all volunteers are subject to an enhanced criminal record and disclosures check. We also ask all volunteers to adhere to our Safeguarding, Equality and Confidentiality policies. These are nothing to worry about and if you have any questions, our team are happy to support you.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Actively Interviewing
This organisation is scheduling interviews as applications come in. They're ready to hire as soon as they find the right person. Don't miss your opportunity, apply now!
***Please note that this is an opportunity based in Nottingham (shire) in the United Kingdom and we don’t offer sponsorship or accept overseas applicants***
Age UK Notts are seeking individuals who would like to be considered as a volunteer for our Companion Service.
Volunteers will be supporting people in their own homes and in the community within Nottingham and Nottinghamshire and ideally, we ask all applicants to provide a minimum of 1 hour volunteering a week.
The companion service volunteer can choose to be:
• A companion within the person’s home
• A companion outside the person’s home
Examples of the type of support the service offers include:
• Supporting an older person/s hobbies and interests or simply chatting with them in their own home on a regular basis.
• Supporting with digital access & building confidence skills & motivation to access the opportunities of the internet.
• Supporting the person outside of their home e.g., by accompanying them on a walk, to the shops, to a café, garden centre, theatre or cinema or other social activities / community groups.
• Where appropriate, supporting the older person to access other services through information and signposting or referring to the Companion Service Coordinator for support.
We are looking for the following skills/interests:
• Individuals with a genuine interest in the wellbeing of older people who are committed to volunteering on a regular basis.
• Commitment to complete our Volunteer Report Form accurately and regularly.
• Ability to travel for visits in the local community either by car or public transport for those volunteers who choose to participate in this type of activity.
• Digital literacy for those volunteers who choose to participate in this type of activity.
We are looking for volunteers with good daytime availability in specific areas of Nottingham and Nottinghamshire.
Please contact the volunteering team for further information on where specifically in Nottingham and Nottinghamshire.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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This organisation is scheduling interviews as applications come in. They're ready to hire as soon as they find the right person. Don't miss your opportunity, apply now!
We are delighted to have secured funding to deliver a 24-month befriending programme. This exciting opportunity will support the delivery of our ambitious five-year strategy by:
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Promoting Independence - ensuring more older people can stay independent for longer
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Providing Connection - enabling friendship and social connection for olderPeople
The befriending service will be provided through 2 different strands which aim to support older people in different ways based on the needs identified via an assessment.
Clients will enter the strand that is most appropriate to their needs.
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Strand A: We will offer a local face-to-face service of up to 1 hour for 26 weeks. Strand A provision would be appropriate for older people who have experienced a recent life event, such as a hospital admission, bereavement or home move and who need time limited support and guidance to connect with suitable services and activities.
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Strands B: We will offer ongoing support either face-to- face of up to 1hour or by telephone between 30 minutes and 1 hour. Strand B provision is for older people leaving Strand A that require long term support or for those who are identified as needing ongoing face-to-face or local telephone befriending support on entry to theprogramme.
Purpose of Role
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Arrange and carry out assessment for new service users within the befriending service using the Guided Conversation approach, in order to gather appropriate information about the older person, their needs, and what a befriender will be expected (and not expected) to do.
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Ensure that the person wants a befriender, has given consent, confidentiality has been discussed, and the person is able and willing to join the service.
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Ensure that volunteers and service users are well-matched and that the service runs safely, effectively, and in line with organisational standards.
Key Tasks
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Carry out a needs assessment for new service users referred to the befriending service. It could be a telephone-based discussion or review of a referral form or a home visit.
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Gather key information such as visit preferences, activity interests, potential risks, and any unmet needs.
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Complete assessment forms and input information into the online database
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Refer service users to other services where appropriate
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Match service users with suitable volunteer befrienders
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Introduce befriender and service user, and carry out a 6-week review with both parties
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Maintain accurate records and liaise with staff throughout the process
Skills and attributes Required
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Good communication skills with a friendly approachable manner.
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Confident using IT
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Empathy and understanding of older people.
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Understanding loneliness and social isolation.
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Consistency and reliability.
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Understanding of Confidentiality.
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Understanding of and empathy with the needs of older people.
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Patience and Sensitivity.
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Confidence to deal with emergencies.
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Record keeping.
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Ideal for students studying Health & Social Care, though open to all.
Support Provided
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You will be inducted in cohorts with other volunteers.
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Training for the role is provided including Safeguarding, Making Every Contact Count, Sexual Harassment and Building a positive volunteering experience and other more.
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Ongoing support including regular supervision by the Volunteer Manager.
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Goup supervision with other volunteers. Groups supervision is a safe place where you can share experiences, challenges, and successes, process emotion and learn from each other.
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Reimbursement of agreed expenses.
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Access to an AGE UK Discount portal provided by Aon.
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Monthly volunteer newsletter.
- We hold an annual Volunteer Award event where we celebrate and recognise the contribution of our Volunteers!
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Access to in-house training opportunities
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You will receive supervision and support throughout your course placement from your named supervisor
Benefits
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Make a Real Difference: Have a direct impact on the lives of Making a Difference: Volunteering allows you to have a tangible impact on someone's life, particularly those in vulnerable situations. Helping older people can provide a strong sense of accomplishment and purpose.
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Emotional Rewards
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Intergenerational Connections
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Learning and Skill Development
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Enhancing Career Prospects
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Building Empathy and Compassion
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Giving Back to the Community
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Social and celebration events
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Placement Support: Ideal for Health & Social Care students—gain placement hours with supervision and guidance from a named supervisor
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Insight into Care Needs.
Commitment
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We expect a minimum of 6 months commitment but would ideally prefer more of a longer-term commitment.
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Weekly commitment 2 to 3 hours.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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This organisation is scheduling interviews as applications come in. They're ready to hire as soon as they find the right person. Don't miss your opportunity, apply now!
Volunteer Family Mentor – Southend-on-Sea
Organisation: Volunteering Matters
Location: Southend-on-Sea, Essex (and surrounding 3-mile radius)
Commitment: Part-time, flexible – around 1–2 hours per week
Duration: Minimum 6 months
Expenses: Travel and out-of-pocket costs reimbursed
Training: Full training and ongoing support provided
Make a Lasting Impact – One Family at a Time
Are you a good listener with a few hours to spare each week? Do you live in or near Southend-on-Sea? Join the Family Mentors project and support local families facing challenging times.
As a volunteer Family Mentor, you’ll build a trusting relationship with a parent or carer, offering emotional support and practical help. You’ll visit them weekly and walk alongside them as they build resilience and confidence.
No experience is needed – just compassion, reliability, and a commitment to making a difference.
What You’ll Do:
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Visit a local family weekly (in-person)
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Provide emotional and practical support
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Help parents build confidence and access local services
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Be a consistent, friendly presence during tough times
What You’ll Gain:
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Full training and 1:1 support
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Experience working with families and community services
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The satisfaction of helping a local family thrive
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Reimbursement for travel expenses
Who We’re Looking For:
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Aged 18+
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Friendly, patient and non-judgmental
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Able to commit for at least 3 months
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Living in Southend-on-Sea or nearby (within 3 miles)
Please include a covering letter advising why you are interested in volunteer work.
We turn local knowledge into action by working with volunteers and partners across the UK to build stronger communities for all.





The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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This organisation is scheduling interviews as applications come in. They're ready to hire as soon as they find the right person. Don't miss your opportunity, apply now!
Are you creative, reliable and passionate about visual storytelling?
We’re looking for a volunteer photographer/videographer to help us capture key moments at upcoming events.
This could suit:
- Students looking to expand their portfolio.
- Amateurs wanting to make a difference.
- Freelancers growing their profile.
Photographic experience is essential, as is having your own equipment. In addition, we would love our volunteer to share our passion for One Medicine.
What we want from you
The volunteer photographer/videographer will produce a portfolio of high quality, varied and creative images or video clips from the events that will capture the atmosphere of the day. After the event, you will undertake any editing needed and then share the completed portfolio with us. The images will be used for promotional purposes, so it’s a great chance to build your portfolio and share your photography.
Benefits to you
- Gain valuable experience in an event environment.
- Have your work showcased across our platforms and build your portfolio.
- Gain a client testimonial from Humanimal Trust.
- Use your skills for a good cause.
- Meet new people and businesses, volunteer in a fun environment and be a vital part of ensuring the success of our events.
The first opportunity is at our Golf Day on Thursday, 18 September 2025 at Old Thorns Hotel and Resort in Hampshire, but we do have other events throughout the year, so this role could lead to further opportunities for the right person.
Humanimal Trust drives collaboration between vets, doctors and researchers so that all humans and animals benefit from equal and sustainable medical progress, but not at the expense of an animal’s life. This is One Medicine.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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This organisation is scheduling interviews as applications come in. They're ready to hire as soon as they find the right person. Don't miss your opportunity, apply now!
Volunteer Befriender: Home-Start Westminster, Kensington & Chelsea, and Hammersmith & Fulham
Do you have experience with young children and have two hours to spare a week?
Are you a compassionate and reliable person who wants to make a real difference in the lives of families?
Home-Start WKCHF is looking for volunteers to support parents and children who are facing challenges such as isolation, mental health struggles, or financial difficulties.
About the Role
As a Home-Start volunteer, you will provide emotional and practical support to families with young children in their own homes. Your role may involve:
- Offering friendship, a listening ear and encouragement
- Helping parents build confidence in their parenting skills
- Providing practical support such as accompanying families to appointments, family hubs or groups
- Signposting to additional services and community resources
What We’re Looking For
- A friendly and non-judgmental attitude
- Experience parenting or caring for children
- Good listening and communication skills
- Commitment to volunteering for two hour per week for a minimum of six months
- Willingness to attend free preparation course and undergo a DBS / reference checks
What We Offer
- Free Volunteer Preparation Training Course
- Regular 1-to-1 supervision and ongoing support
- Additional training opportunities to enhance your skills and experience
- Reimbursement of travel and out-of-pocket expenses
- Volunteer Social Events
- A chance to develop new skills and meet like-minded people
- The opportunity to make a lasting impact on families’ lives
Join Us!

