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Youth Leaders work directly with young people in St John Ambulance Badger Setts and Cadet Units. By organising a mixed weekly programme, this role will support the learning and development of young people into the next generation of health citizens. Youth Leaders also help young people develop their confidence, teamwork skills, self-discipline, and generally encourage them to strive to be the best they can be, as well as supervise and support other adult volunteers in their team.

You’ll get a huge sense of satisfaction and pride delivering an essential service. It’s great for you, great for your community and great for our nation, and it requires only a small commitment of your time. 

Pursuing the role

We are looking to run a volunteering selection session on:

• 07/10/2025 - 21/10/2025

If you are successful you will need to undertake induction & training for role at these dates:

• Welcome Event (Induction)  - 02/12/2025
• Training for role - TBC

Closing date for these opportunities is:  03/10/2025

To apply for this opportunity please follow the link below:

Youth Leaders work directly with young people in St John Ambulance Badger Setts and Cadet Units. By organising a mixed weekly programme, this role will support the learning and development of young people into the next generation of health citizens. Youth Leaders also help young people develop their confidence, teamwork skills, self-discipline, and generally encourage them to strive to be the best they can be, as well as supervise and support other adult volunteers in their team.

You’ll get a huge sense of satisfaction and pride delivering an essential service. It’s great for you, great for your community and great for our nation, and it requires only a small commitment of your time. 

If there are specific commitments a volunteer would be expected to undertake in this role, such as attending specific meetings or training, please include this below so that this information can be included in the advert.

Penkridge cadets (term time only) Monday evenings 19:00-20:30 Rugeley cadets (term time only) Wednesday 19:30-21:00 Cannock (term time only) Tuesdays 18:30-20:00 for badgers and Thursdays 18:30-20:00 cadets

Additional Selection, Interview or Enrolment Event Details: Face to Face interview, ID check and DBS documents

Training For Role Information - Incorporated into youth leader training programme

Training For Role Course Details: Youth leader fundamentals and youth leader principles safeguarding level 2 and first aid for youth leaders/community first aider

Closing date for these opportunities is: 31/12/2025

To apply for this opportunity please follow the link below:

��✨ Craft Volunteer – Get Creative for a Cause! 

Location: Your cosy craft corner (aka home!) 
Time Commitment: Totally flexible – whenever inspiration strikes! 
 

�� What's the Gig? 

Love getting crafty? Whether you're a knitting ninja, a papercraft pro, or a DIY dynamo, we'd love your help! As a Craft Volunteer, you'll create beautiful handmade items that we can sell, raffle, or gift at NSPCC events – all to help keep children safe and supported. 

�� What You'll Be Doing 

• Making magical things like: 

• Cute crochet teddies �� 

• Cosy knitted hats �� 

• Gorgeous greeting cards �� 

• Festive decorations �� 

• Or anything else your crafty heart desires! 

• Donating your creations to the NSPCC to help raise funds. 

• (Optional!) Joining us at local events to show off your masterpieces. 

• (Optional!) Give it a go selling your work yourself to raise money for the NSPCC. 

• Spreading the word and inspiring others to get involved by posting about your creations and volunteering online. 

�� What You Bring 

• A love for crafting and a creative spark. 

• A big heart and a passion for helping children. 

• Your own materials (or the ability to source them). 

• A sprinkle of imagination and a dash of dedication. 

�� What You'll Get 

• That warm fuzzy feeling of doing something amazing �� 

• Shout-outs and thanks from our team and community �� 

• A chance to show off your creations at NSPCC events �� 

• Flexible volunteering that fits around your life �� 

• Opportunities to connect with other crafty changemakers �� 

�� We'll Support You With 

• Friendly guidance from our fundraising team. 

• NSPCC logos and materials to jazz up your crafts. 

• Ideas and inspiration for seasonal or themed makes. 

�� Ready to Craft for a Cause? 

We'd love to hear from you! Whether you're a solo stitcher or part of a crafty crew, your creativity can help change children's lives. 

Volunteering for Sense

Our amazing team of volunteers help us run over 100 shops across England and Wales.  Every donated item that you sort, prepare and sell helps to raise vital funds to support us in our mission to make sure no one, no matter how complex their disabilities, is isolated, left out, or unable to fulfil their potential. Our shops are at the heart of local communities – sharing the work of Sense, and helping to secure support for our life changing work.

What your role will involve

There are a variety of tasks that you can get involved with in the shop, including:

• Welcoming and assisting customers, providing great customer service and a fantastic shopping experience
• Receiving donated goods from members of the public
• Sorting, steaming, tagging and preparing donated goods for sale
• Creating eye catching window and in-shop displays
• Keeping the shop floor well stocked, tidy, clean and organised
• Processing sales and serving on the till
• Promoting Gift Aid and other Sense fundraising initiatives
• Acting as an ambassador for Sense; promoting the shop and Sense in your local community
• Supporting with the recruitment and training of new volunteers
• Following new health and safety measures to ensure the safety of everyone

Will the role suit me? Yes, if you are:

• Motivated and hardworking
• Reliable, flexible and willing to do a variety of shop tasks
• A team player
• Friendly and helpful
• Passionate about customer service and enjoy interacting with people
• Respectful of others and their diversity
• Interested in supporting the work of Sense and want to make a difference to people who have complex disabilities and are deafblind.

What can Sense offer me as a volunteer?

• A full induction and ongoing support and guidance from your Shop Manager to make sure you feel confident in your role
• Support to develop new skills, knowledge and experience, in particular of a retail environment, but also skills such as teamwork, customer service, communication and using your initiative
• A reference for other paid or voluntary work (available on request)
• The opportunity to share your existing skills and experience to benefit others
• The chance to meet new people from a wide range of backgrounds and to join a passionate and committed team
• The opportunity to make an invaluable contribution to Sense by raising vital income and raising the profile of Sense in your local community; changing the lives of those who have complex disabilities and are deafblind
• Access to Sense discount scheme, including cashback and discounts on high street brands, as well as 10% off at Sense charity shops.

About Sense

For everyone living with complex disabilities. For everyone who is deafblind. Sense is here to offer personalised support to help people communicate and experience the world. We believe that no one, no matter how complex their disabilities, should be isolated, left out, or unable to fulfil their potential. Our experts offer support that’s tailored to the individual needs of each person, whether that’s at our centres, through our holidays and short breaks, or in people’s own homes. In addition to practical support, we also provide information to families, and campaign for the rights of people with complex disabilities to take part in life.

Volunteers add real value to Sense, bringing their passion, enthusiasm and fresh perspectives to the work that we do. We believe that volunteers enable us to bring people together, and provide opportunities for people with complex disabilities to communicate and experience the world.

We include. We collaborate. We find a way. We challenge. We celebrate.

Location: Fully flexible / Remote – open to applicants anywhere in the UK
Time Commitment: Approx. 2 – 4 hours per month

About Us
Unseen Expeditions UK is a newly forming Charitable Incorporated Organisation (CIO) supporting mission-led charities and expedition projects across the UK and internationally. Our flagship initiative, The Unseen Mile, is a 4.5-year journey covering 25,000 miles across 37 countries. Through this and future projects, we aim to inspire, raise awareness for important causes, and share unique storytelling and learning experiences from the field.

We are currently recruiting our initial trustee board to help launch and register the charity.

Role Overview
We are seeking a General Trustee to join our board, support strategic decision-making, and help ensure effective governance. This is a key role in shaping the charity’s early operations, supporting registration, and contributing to the delivery of our mission.

Key Responsibilities

• Attend quarterly trustee meetings (in person or virtually) and participate in board decision-making

• Support governance, strategy, and operational planning for the CIO

• Contribute ideas, experience, and skills to help the charity grow

• Assist with compliance, reporting, and adherence to charity law and CIO regulations

• Support trustee recruitment, induction, and development as needed

Person Specification & Requirements

• Interest in charity governance, mental health, and expedition-led projects

• Willingness to work collaboratively with a small, remote trustee team

• Commitment to the mission and values of Unseen Expeditions and its partnered charities

• Comfortable working remotely and communicating online with a UK-wide board

• UK-based (required for legal trustee responsibilities)

• Approx. 2 - 4 hours per month commitment (more during start-up if possible)

• Basic tools for communication (email, phone, video calls)

What You’ll Gain

• Opportunity to help shape and govern a new, high-profile charity from launch

• Hands-on experience in charity leadership and governance

• Contribution to awareness-raising and adventure-led impact projects

• Recognition for your role in mission-driven initiatives, including The Unseen Mile and future projects

• Flexible, fully remote role within a passionate, purpose-driven team

Are you curious, organised, and love a good bit of research? We need a volunteer who can help us find new funding opportunities - grant givers  to support education in rural Uganda. NO GRANT WRITING

This hands-on role involves researching potential funding sources and adding information to our Stackby database—no grant writing or event attendance required. It’s a flexible commitment of just 1–2 hours per week. We have been supporting the rural area of Namunyumya for 16 years - see our website for what we have achieved 

Who We’re Looking For:

• Curious, organised, and detail-oriented

• Comfortable using online tools and spreadsheets

• Self-motivated and able to work independently

• Passionate about education and community development -particularly in developing countries

This volunteer role will have a meaningful, direct impact on several areas:

1. Children’s Education: By identifying potential grants, the volunteer helps secure funding for school infrastructure, learning materials, and enrichment programs—directly improving educational opportunities for children in rural Uganda.

2. RedEarth Projects: The research will strengthen the organisation’s ability to plan and expand initiatives, from classrooms and libraries to health and nutrition programs.

3. Community Development: Funding secured through this research can support broader community benefits, such as vocational training for young people, clean water, and health initiatives.

4. Organisational Capacity: Accurate and up-to-date grant research allows RedEarth to make informed decisions and focus its efforts on opportunities with the most impact, increasing efficiency and success in fundraising.

5. Volunteer Impact: Even a small weekly time commitment has a ripple effect—one person’s research could lead to funding that transforms the lives of hundreds of children and their communities.

Welcome to Sterts / Dynnargh Dhe Sterts

“On a foggy, soggy September evening on the wetter side of the equinox and the wrong side of Bodmin Moor for some of us, we came a fair old way for our first visit to Sterts Arts at Upton Cross – and drove home happy and glad to have made the effort. The setting is beautiful; the small but vibrant village perched above those deeply wooded valleys to the east of Cornwall which us westerners miss, perhaps more than we realise. The auditorium itself is a triumph of design tucked into a scrape in the hillside. The whole vibe is friendly and community driven.” - Audience Member September 2021

Sterts Arts & Environmental Centre is a dynamic creative hub located on the edge of Bodmin Moor in South-East Cornwall. Our unique 4-acre site is where creativity meets nature at Cornwall's geographical and cultural gateway. Our 500-seat Barn Theatre hosts a diverse range of performances, including theatre, dance, comedy, and live music. Our newly refurbished 70-seat Studio and Community Hub, opening in April 2025, will centre around creativity and community, providing a regular programme of activity and performances for people of all ages.

Join our Board

Hello / Dydh da,

Sterts is at an exciting point in its history. We are looking for new Trustees/Directors to complement the skills, lived experience and work history of our current board who will support and shape Sterts & Environmental Centre on its next stage of growth and development. We are particularly keen to recruit on the basis of Equality, Diversity and Inclusion and would welcome anyone with a disability.

We’re especially interested in hearing from people with skills or lived experience in:

Finance and strategic oversight

Premises Management

Safeguarding and HR

Equality, Diversity and Inclusion

Climate and environmental action

Working with or championing young people

If you would like to find out more about this opportunity, then please get in touch with Trustee Sarah Pym

With best wishes/oll an gwella

Mark Brownrigg

Chair of Trustees

Our Vision, Mission & Values

Vision:

Inspire creative growth, joy and confidence with communities, where everyone can thrive in a supportive and sustainable environment.

Mission:

With our communities we will create a resilient arts organisation.

We will do this by:

• Producing, making and evolving our wider creative programme in the context of our environmental and place-based responsibilities
• Learning and discovery being at the heart of what we do.
• Being accessible, inclusive and welcoming
• Maximising our unique assets

Values:

• Collaboration
• Discovery
• Welcoming
• Vitality
• Courage

Charity Structure & Responsibilities

Sterts Arts & Environmental Centre (CIO Number 1189424) is a Charitable Incorporated Organisation (CIO), and in 2024, Sterts Theatre (CIC Number 15422924) was established as a Community Interest Company (CIC), wholly owned by the charity. The charity is looking to appoint more directors to its operational arm, focusing on the theatre operation and programming, events and other activities.

What is a Trustee?

Trustees/Directors must be at least 16 years old. While Trustees/Directors are unpaid, we’ll cover reasonable travel or support costs connected to your role. If you’d like to check anything in advance, feel free to ask.

Trustee Responsibilities

As a Trustee, you will be responsible under Charity Law for overseeing key areas such as employment, health & safety, and financial management. In particular, you will:

• Ensure the charity is fulfilling its purpose for public benefit.
• Comply with Sterts’ governing document and legal obligations.
• Act in the best interests of Sterts and its community.
• Manage Sterts' resources responsibly.
• Use reasonable care and skill in your role.

For further guidance on trustee responsibilities, see The Essential Trustee: What You Need to Know.

Commitment and Culture

Our Board meets formally six times a year, but being a trustee is more than just turning up to meetings. It’s about being part of a creative, collaborative, and supportive group that enjoys working together, celebrates successes, and tackles challenges with openness. The pace can vary, sometimes calm, sometimes busy, but always with the shared goal of helping Sterts flourish.

Expectations

As a Trustee, we ask you to:

• Attend six face-to-face meetings per year (typically 2 hours each)
• Participate in occasional extra meetings, both in-person and online
• Act as an advocate for Sterts and its work within the community
• Engage in discussions, making informed decisions, even when these may involve differing views
• Stay informed about Sterts’ activities by reading Board papers and relevant materials.
• Give practical support where possible and regularly attend shows and events

Next Steps

If you’re curious but unsure whether this is for you, we offer an informal chat with our Chair or another board member to answer your questions.

How to apply

Please submit a CV with a letter of interest that is no more than an A4 page of why you want to be on our board of Trustees or a video submission of no longer than 5 minutes by Monday 15th September at 10am.

If you need this information in another format, or if you’d like to have a conversation about the role please contact Trustee Sarah Pym 

Trustees should be able to prepare for and attend six Board meetings and four committee meetings in London per year, as well as making some local visits throughout the Charity to understand our activities and increase Trustee visibility. The time commitment is around 20 days per year, with some evenings and weekends. Much of the activity can be undertaken working remotely or at home

What you’ll do: 

• Lead strategic thinking on business development, helping shape the long-term vision and strategy, advising the Board on growing St John Ambulance’s commercial activities.
• Champion innovation and entrepreneurial approaches to enhance charitable impact through sustainable commercial growth.
• Provide oversight and input into commercial plans across training, medical supplies, events, partnerships, acquisitions, and other key business development initiatives.
• Support robust decision-making, offering challenge and guidance on risk, return on investment, and commercial opportunities to help the Board make informed choices.
• Promote ethical business practices, ensuring alignment between commercial activities and St John’s mission, values, and charitable purpose.
• Collaborate with fellow Trustees, including the Treasurer and Digital & Data Trustee, to strengthen financial governance, integrate digital strategies, and optimise organisational performance.

Closing date for these opportunities is: 16/09/2025

To apply for this opportunity, please follow the link below:

Trustees should be able to prepare for and attend six Board meetings and four committee meetings in London per year, as well as making some local visits throughout the Charity to understand our activities and increase Trustee visibility. The time commitment is around 20 days per year, with some evenings and weekends. Much of the activity can be undertaken working remotely or at home

As the Trustee (Digital & Data) for SJA, you will bring your expertise in digital transformation, data strategy, and technology leadership to bear in supporting the Board to achieve its mission and strategic goals, driving improvement, creativity and innovation, and enhanced service delivery, ensuring the organisation embraces future-ready solutions. 

This is an exciting opportunity to make a significant contribution within a diverse, inclusive, and values-driven national charity.

Closing date for these opportunities is: 16/09/2025

To apply for this opportunity, please follow the link below:

Trustees should be able to prepare for and attend six Board meetings and four committee meetings in London per year, as well as make some local visits throughout the Charity to understand our activities and increase Trustee visibility. The time commitment is around 20 days per year, with some evenings and weekends. Much of the activity can be undertaken working remotely or at home.

What you would be involved in (specific responsibilities) 

• Lead thinking and provide strategic advice to Board colleagues on education and outreach programmes, ensuring that community education is embedded into long-term strategic planning.
• Provide insight into the differing educational needs of young people and adults, helping to shape age-appropriate, inclusive learning experiences for all.
• Support the design and delivery of first aid training programmes that use face-to-face delivery as well as digital tools and AI to engage diverse audiences.
• Champion innovative approaches such as gamification, peer-led learning, and real-life scenario-based training.
• Advise on partnerships with schools, youth organisations, adult learning providers, and community groups.
• Help ensure that programmes are accessible, culturally relevant, and responsive to community needs.
• Assist with fundraising strategies and identifying funding opportunities for educational initiatives.
• Promote progression pathways for learners, including volunteering and community leadership roles.
• Contribute to the evaluation of programme impact and continuous improvement.
• Ensure compliance with governance, safeguarding, and quality standards in education delivery.

Closing date for these opportunities is: 16/09/2025

To apply for this opportunity, please follow the link below:

No one should die because they needed first aid and didn’t get it. St John Ambulance teaches people first aid so they can be the difference between life and death, and you can help us do this.

We need people who have a passion for helping others, care about their communities and want to make a difference, supporting them to become safe and more resilient by enabling our volunteers and staff to have the right equipment and resources to do the job. As an Operational Support Team Member, you’ll support St John Ambulance in deploying equipment to events and activities within your community, as well as support the maintaining of equipment to ensure networks are properly resourced.

Through volunteering as an Operational Support Team Member, you’ll get a huge sense of satisfaction and pride providing essential resources to our medical and education teams. It’s great for you, great for your community and great for our nation, and it requires only a small commitment of your time. 

We will make sure you will have access to a proper induction to volunteering with SJA and the training you need for the role you take on. We will also provide you with a supportive environment while you are volunteering with us. Information about our volunteer roles are included in the role descriptions. What you can expect from SJA, and what we expect from those who volunteer with us, is included in the volunteer charter.

Delivering hands-on support by preparing equipment, supporting events and ensuring readiness at the local level. St John is very excited to announce a new volunteer opportunity within our community networks: the Operational Support Team Member. This role will be vital to ensuring that our services run smoothly – and that all our people have the right equipment, in the right place, at the right time. ‘Operational Support’ is St John’s umbrella term for the dedicated teams that support our charity – including Logistics, Fleet and Facilities. These teams make sure that all our medical equipment, vehicles and event resources are checked, maintained and deployed efficiently, so our delivery teams to continue to provide high-quality care and service. The launch of this new role reflects how our support functions are evolving positively to better meet the needs of our communities and events by combining all Operational Support activities into one role.

Closing date for these opportunities is: 28/09/2025

To apply for this opportunity please follow the link below:

We are searching for a enthusiastic volunteer to become thd Leeds chapter's Social Media Officer. The primary role is to ensure the smooth every day running of the social media accounts. This involves responding to messages (even if it’s just sign posting) and replying to comments. They should try to ensure growth of the social media account including Facebook and Instagram with the potential of Twitter. They should make use of the Facebook groups to create an engaging atmosphere for members and chase lead volunteers to ensure they post on the page and group promptly following events. After each event they should make posts following up on it. Finally, they will liaise with photographers and assist with designing and running the website

Next available volunteering role: 5th September 2025
The Democratic Progress Institute (DPI) is seeking to welcome Turkish speaking  volunteers to work within the Institute’s Programmes Team. Key areas of focus include conflict resolution and democratic transition processes in Turkey and Syria. Each volunteer will have the opportunity to work closely with – and learn from – the Programme Manager and other team members in planning and implementing DPI project activities, which include roundtable meetings in the region and international comparative study visits, as well as conducting project related research in the Institute’s main areas of interest, which include governance and constitutional reform; DDR and SSR; gender and conflict; the role of the media in conflict resolution and democratic reform process; and transitional justice among others.

DPI seeks candidates with a strong interest in international relations, conflict resolution and democracy building. These volunteer placements begin on a rolling basis and typically last three to six months, are unpaid, and preferably full time. A daily stipend is provided for lunch expenses. The successful candidates are likely to be current or recent postgraduates or at post-doctoral level.

Candidate Profile Project Skills:
The successful candidates may be invited to attend external conferences and DPI activities both in Turkey and elsewhere, and to write briefs and take detailed notes on behalf of the Institute, therefore touch-typing/transcribing experience is valued. Projects involve a high level of external communication with the diverse stakeholders engaged with DPI’s work, therefore excellent written and verbal communication skills are essential.

Much of this role will involve administrative assistance to the Programme Manager, including drafting correspondence and filing documentation. Administrative and organisational skills are key, and an enthusiasm for carrying out practical tasks in addition to research or activity related work is necessary in this role. These may include budget preparation, completion of expense reports, logistical planning and assistance.

The successful candidate will be invited to carry out in-depth desk research on behalf of DPI, which will feed into the Institute’s activities. This may include detailed research projects relating to the Institute’s main areas of work, high level briefs, and shorter, ad-hoc research tasks. Excellent research, writing and proofreading skills are highly valued. Many research papers worked on by interns are published on the Institute’s website and used as a resource for programme activities and meetings.

DPI’s Programmes Team operates within a fast paced environment, often planning and implementing ambitious projects to tight deadlines and within high pressured contexts on the ground. It is important that the successful candidate is self-motivated and able to work successfully independently and with minimal supervision.

IT skills are essential (Word, Adobe, PowerPoint) and project management experience is welcome.

Experience with various  social media platforms and with social media strategy is an advantage. 

The successful candidate will demonstrate a proven interest in and knowledge of DPI’s areas of focus; namely conflict resolution and democratic advancement (including but not limited to the MENA region).

The successful candidate will have an excellent command of written and spoken English and Turkish

About The Role

Why do we need you?

At WWT, we shape unforgettable experiences. We bring awe-inspiring nature up close and let it do the talking. In this role you will help to look after our Asian Small-Clawed Otters and Back from the Brink exhibits (which include Water Voles and Harvest Mice) and engage with the public in understanding more about these species and the conservation threats they face.

What will you be doing?

Duties may include some or all of the following:

• Helping to prepare the mammal areas for opening at the beginning of each day – checking exhibits, cleaning windows and public area; ensuring all are correct and safe before the visitors arrive.
• Food preparation and feeding of off show and on show species.
• Cleaning and maintaining of all animal areas.
• Interaction with visitors, answering questions and assisting keeper with public presentations.
• Possible assistance in the Ectotherm Section and Living Wetland Theatre.
• Ensure the safety, welfare and enjoyment of the visiting public.

Volunteers are an essential part of the WWT team. You'll get a warm welcome, including information on training, equipment and anything else you need. 

Just to let you know, some of our roles are very popular. To help our teams and minimise disappointment for people kind enough to want to support us, we might take roles down before the closing date if we get a lot of applications. To avoid disappointment, make sure you apply as soon as possible and give us as much detail as possible in your application. We will be in touch with all applicants after the role has closed. If you do miss a role, or are looking for something particular, you can sign up to opportunity alerts. 

If you are interested in volunteering for WWT but don't wish to apply online, please email us or give us a call! 

About You

No formal qualifications are required. However, this role will suit you if you have formal or informal experience or an understanding of animal husbandry and are:

• Practical and physically able.
• Over the age of 18.
• Able to reliably give us 7.5 - 15 hours of their time a week. 
• Able to work in a team of staff and volunteers.
• Experienced in a visitor service environment with a strong commitment to excellent customer service.
• Experienced in mammal husbandry (desirable).
• Proactive and able to work under the direction of the Mammal team as well as lone working.
•  Keen to support the work of WWT.
•  Sociable and customer-focused.

About Us

We’re WWT, and we’re on a mission to restore the super-powered ecosystems we call wetlands. There’s never been a more important moment for our work, and we’ve got some phenomenal people on the case.

Whether they’re taking a new visitor under their wing, or conducting ground-breaking research further afield, our team are second to none. And there’s nothing we love more than watching them soar.

Whatever you do here, you’ll be helping to restore wetlands and unlock their power. So, the only question left is, what role will you play?

Why you'll love volunteering at WWT

• Feel good knowing you are helping to restore wetlands, and our world
• Be surrounded and inspired by like-minded wetland lovers
• Hear from the people who inject their energy, passion and expertise into wetlands and wildlife - talks, walks, webinars, tea and cake...
• Free entry to all our wetland centres, including your family
• Volunteer discount on shopping and memberships
• Access to webinars and practical information to help you manage daily life

Please visit our webiste for more information on this exciting role, and others, and to apply! 

We look forward to hearing from you!