Volunteer volunteer roles in Kent

Are you passionate about Art and would like to facilitate weekly sessions for the children in our refuges? We are looking for passionate and committed female only volunteers to support our refuges during the summer holidays.

Across the UK, almost one million children are affected by domestic abuse every year. At Hestia, we know how important it is for children to feel safe, supported, and free to simply enjoy being children again. That’s why, every summer, our refuges create spaces filled with warmth, play, and joy – and we’re looking for wonderful volunteers to help us make that happen!

Each year during the school summer holidays, we run a six‑week Summer Play Scheme, offering fun activities and special outings for mothers and their children living in our refuges.

Thanks to the generosity of our supporters, the Summer Play Scheme gives families a chance to reconnect, laugh, and build happy memories together during what can be an incredibly difficult time.

If you’re passionate about supporting women and children who have fled domestic abuse – and you love getting creative, playful, and involved – we’d love to hear from you! Our volunteers work alongside our Children and Family Workers to bring daily activities and outings to life, helping to make this summer feel brighter, safer, and full of joy for the families we support

Across the UK, almost one million children are affected by domestic abuse every year. At Hestia, we know how important it is for children to feel safe, supported, and free to simply enjoy being children again. That’s why, every summer, our refuges create spaces filled with warmth, play, and joy – and we’re looking for wonderful volunteers to help us make that happen!

Each year during the school summer holidays, we run a six‑week Summer Play Scheme, offering fun activities and special outings for mothers and their children living in our refuges.

Thanks to the generosity of our supporters, the Summer Play Scheme gives families a chance to reconnect, laugh, and build happy memories together during what can be an incredibly difficult time.

If you’re passionate about supporting women and children who have fled domestic abuse – and you love getting creative, playful, and involved – we’d love to hear from you! Our volunteers work alongside our Children and Family Workers to bring daily activities and outings to life, helping to make this summer feel brighter, safer, and full of joy for the families we support

Description

Our Sight Loss Counselling team provides counselling and information over the phone and online to people who are impacted by sight loss. Our client group is diverse, with the majority of clients being over the age of 50. We also offer our service to children and young people, run training workshops on Sight Loss Counselling and facilitate short-term support groups for people with sight loss and their friends and families.

In this role you will be the first point of contact for all incoming clients and you’ll provide service information in a timely, efficient, and sensitive manner. You will be liaising between counsellors and clients and will carry out a range of admin duties and ensure client confidentiality. You may have the opportunity to contribute to the development of administrative systems.

How often will I be needed?

• 1 Days per Week

Key requirements

• One reference

Home based

• This role is home based

Additional location information

• This is a home based role to be carried out on a weekday between 9am and 5pm.

Who this opportunity will suit

Minimum age

• You must be at least 18 years old to apply

What skills and experience are needed?

• Ability to understand the importance of confidentiality
• Good verbal and written communication skills
• Experience of providing administrative support within an office environment and using administrative systems and procedures
• Experience of using Microsoft Office packages
• Experience of data management/ CRM systems.

We are a Kingston-based social marketing enterprise using creative thinking to build community cohesion.

We aim to attract knowledgeable individuals encouraging different cultures to unite which enables us to share and celebrate essential lessons.

Partnering with local organisations, we put on programmes of training, workshops and other events that promote unity and tolerance.

We conduct research to support our cause to challenge preconceptions around race and stereotyping. As well as delivering workshops on unconscious bias in the workplace

Join us in leading positive change!

About the position

The role provides you with flexibility and autonomy at work. Where necessary, specific training will also be provided to help you develop and grow your skill set.

Main Responsibilities

• Study design briefs and determine requirements.
• Schedule projects and define budget constraints.
• Conceptualize visuals based on requirements.
• Prepare rough drafts and present ideas.
• Develop illustrations, logos and other designs using software or by hand.
• Use the appropriate colours and layouts for each graphic.
• Work with copywriters and creative director to produce final design.
• Test graphics across various media.
• Amend designs after feedback.
• Ensure final graphics and layouts are visually appealing and on-brand.
• General tasks
• Contribute to staff meetings and other internal meetings with views and suggestions etc.

Essential

• Proven graphic designing experience.
• A portfolio of illustrations or another graphics / CV
• Familiarity with design software and technologies (such as Photoshop, Illustrator, Adobe Suite)
• Flexibility and openness to work on a variety of tasks.
• Focused, organised and able to prioritise and execute tasks independently.
• To show professionalism at all levels and in all environments
• Strong team player
• A keen eye for aesthetics and details
• Excellent communication skills
• Degree in Design, Fine Arts or related field is a plus.

Desirable

• Committed to working with the community with a passion for helping others less fortunate.

The Professional Development Programme with Quilombo UK is a 16-week UNPAID opportunity that requires a minimum commitment of 12 hours per week, Monday to Friday.

QUILOMBO UK is dedicated to fostering an inclusive workplace environment that values diversity and promotes equality for all employees. As part of our commitment to upholding these principles, we adhere to the guidelines outlined in the Equality Act 2010. We firmly believe in creating a workplace where all individuals are respected and treated fairly. Discrimination of any kind will not be tolerated.

If you have previous experience in a board level role and have a clinical background, we have an exciting opportunity for you…

What does the Clinical Trustee role involve? 

As our Clinical Trustee, you will provide expert clinical oversight and strategic counsel to the Board of Trustees. Working closely with the Medical Director and senior clinical leaders, you will support the development of our long‑term clinical strategy, uphold high clinical standards, and ensure strong clinical governance across regulated and unregulated settings.

You will also chair the Clinical Advisory Group and serve as a member of the Risk and Assurance Committee, ensuring robust oversight of clinical quality, safety, and regulatory compliance.

This is a pivotal role at an exciting moment for St John Ambulance as we expand our impact and continue to strengthen our ability to deliver high‑quality care in communities across England.

What We’re Looking For

You will be a registered healthcare professional (GMC, NMC or HCPC) currently in clinical practice, with strong experience of clinical leadership at trust or corporate level

Is this role for me? 

• A current professional registration and active clinical practice.
• An understanding of the realities of delivering healthcare outside traditional settings and bring sound judgement, strategic insight, and a collaborative mindset.
• Experience at Board level or as a charity trustee.
• Experience of clinical governance and improving clinical quality.
• Ability to work effectively with volunteers in a complex organisation. 

Sounds great! Tell me more… 

This is a voluntary role, and the term of office is three years in the first instance, with a further three-year term by mutual agreement. 

 The closing date for applications is 10 May 2026

The interviews will be held in person at St John's Gate, St. John's Lane, London, England, EC1M 4DA on the 21 May 2026.

St John is committed to increasing the diversity of our team and making sure we best reflect the diversity of the communities we serve.   At St John, everyone is valued and supported to thrive, we have several networks including Multicultural, Disability and Accessibility, Pride, Family and Carers, Armed Forces and Women’s groups. We do not tolerate any form of discrimination and engender a sense of belonging for all, by creating an environment of mutual respect, where we value unique differences and demonstrate authentic allyship. We believe passionately in equity, diversity and inclusion.    

SheRebuilds

We provide free psychological care, coaching, and career support enabling domestic violence survivors' independence.

Volunteer Psychologist

SheRebuilds is an international nonprofit project that supports women who have experienced domestic violence and are rebuilding their lives through education and career growth. We provide free online psychological support, coaching, and career guidance, helping women take their first confident steps toward independence.
We are seeking a compassionate and qualified Spanish-speaking volunteer psychologist to join our team. As a volunteer, you will play a key role in supporting women as they transition to a new phase in their lives. Your work will provide them with the stability and confidence they need to take the first steps toward recovery and independence.

We’re looking for a psychologist who:
• speaks Spanish (required)
• speaks English (required)
• has experience or interest in working with women after crisis
• is empathetic, calm, and open

You will be working with women who are already in a more stable phase, but still need support to move forward.

Minimum Hours per Week:

0-1 hours per week

Duration:

6+ months

Perinatal Support Volunteers provide one-to-one support to parents during pregnancy and up to nine months after the birth. These parents either have mental health issues or are at risk of developing them.

Perinatal Support Volunteers visit these families once a week (usually weekdays during working hours) for 2-3 hours, providing emotional support and practical help in the family’s home or local community. Support is aimed at empowering parents and building resilience beyond the support period.

The type of support Perinatal Support Volunteers provide to parents may include:

• An empathetic and non-judgemental listening ear
• Support to prepare for parenthood
• Support to build confidence in parenting skills
• Support to develop a positive relationship with their infant
• Support to establish daily and weekly routines
• Support to take time for self-care
• Support to manage the things that are causing stress
• Support to access relevant services
• Support to access local green spaces
• Support to make connections with other parents

No special qualifications are necessary to become a Perinatal Support Volunteer, but Home-Start volunteers are usually either parents or grandparents themselves, or people with experience of young children and family life. We particularly welcome volunteers with lived experience of perinatal mental health challenges.

Are you a parent, grandparent or have experience of caring for children?

Do you have 2-3 hours per week to spare? Use your experience to support a family facing challenging times.

Our Home-Visiting Service supports families who are experiencing difficulties or suffering stress and who have at least one child under the age of five years.

Our aims are:

To increase the confidence and independence of the family by:

Offering support, friendship and practical assistance

Visiting families in their own homes and in their community, where the dignity and identity of each adult and child can be respected and protected

Reassuring parents that difficulties in bringing up children is not unusual and encouraging them to enjoy family life.

Developing a relationship with the family in which time can be shared and understanding can be developed. This approach is flexible to take account of different needs.

Encouraging parents’ strengths and emotional wellbeing – for the ultimate benefit of their children.

Encouraging families to widen their network of relationships, and to effectively use the support and services available within the community.

No Panic has hundreds of members, and dozens of volunteers. We aim to create a sense of community among our members and volunteers.

The Community Engagement Team Co-ordinator volunteer will be responsible for running activities that will bring this about.

These include holding social events on Zoom and maintaining WhatsApp groups.

The engagement team can use their imagination and interests – events/groups could be anything from book groups to craft sessions. The co-ordinator organises and maintains the activities and can participate in them if desired.

Penificent is a creative youth engagement organisation using comics and storytelling to tackle real-life issues such as mental health, youth violence, and identity.

We are looking for a volunteer videographer/cameraperson to help capture powerful real-world content from our workshops, events, and projects.

This is a unique opportunity to build a strong portfolio while contributing to meaningful social impact work.

What you’ll be doing:

• Filming workshops, youth sessions, and events

• Capturing behind-the-scenes content

• Recording short interviews and testimonials

• Supporting content creation for social media and campaigns

What you’ll gain:

• Real-world experience working on social impact projects

• Portfolio content across events, workshops, and storytelling campaigns

• Opportunity to be part of a growing creative organisation

• Potential for paid opportunities on future projects

What we’re looking for:

• Someone with a passion for videography or content creation

• Basic filming skills (camera or high-quality phone)

• Reliable and able to attend agreed sessions

• Interest in youth, storytelling, or social impact

Details:

• Volunteer role (expenses covered)

• Flexible commitment (1–2 days per week or project-based)

• London-based shoots (hybrid)

This role is ideal for someone looking to build experience, develop their portfolio, and be part of something meaningful.

We are looking to move quickly.

URBAN YOUTH NEEDS A COMMUNITY ENGAGEMENT & PARTICIPATION LEAD

BRING THE PEOPLE, BUILD THE MOVEMENT

URBAN YOUTH is a brand‑new, street‑level youth work charity with the energy of a start‑up and the heart of a community movement. We’re here to create something young people want to be part of, something vibrant, exciting, and rooted in the places they call home.

To make that happen, we need a Community Engagement & Participation Lead who can connect with young people, families, local groups, and neighbourhoods, and bring them into the Urban Youth movement.

If you’re a people‑person with passion, energy, and a love for community, this role is for you.

THE ROLE: COMMUNITY ENGAGEMENT & PARTICIPATION LEAD (VOLUNTEER)

We’re looking for someone who can take the lead on:

• Engaging young people in the community and inviting them into Urban Youth

• Building relationships with families, local residents, grassroots groups, and community leaders

• Creating pathways for young people to participate in our drops, activities, and events

• Listening to the community and bringing their voices into our planning

• Helping shape a youth movement that feels real, relevant, and rooted in local culture

• Representing Urban Youth at community events, meetings, and local spaces

Your mission: Make Urban Youth a name young people recognise, trust, and want to be part of.

WHY THIS ROLE MATTERS

Urban Youth is a start‑up, and community is everything.

Your work will:

• Help us reach young people who need us most

• Build trust and visibility in local neighbourhoods

• Ensure our drops and activities are shaped by real voices

• Create a sense of belonging and ownership

• Help us get off the ground ASAP

You’ll be the bridge between Urban Youth and the communities we serve.

WHO WE’RE LOOKING FOR

Someone who is:

• A natural connector — friendly, open, and great with people

• Passionate about youth work and community empowerment

• Confident engaging with young people in real‑world spaces

• Comfortable being out in the community, not just behind a desk

• Organised, proactive, and full of initiative

• Excited to help build a start‑up charity from the ground up

• Ready to help us launch and grow fast

You don’t need formal experience, just heart, energy, and the ability to build relationships.

WHY JOIN URBAN YOUTH NOW

Because this is the moment everything is being created.

You’ll be part of the founding team. You’ll help shape our culture, our reach, and our community presence. You’ll help build a youth charity that feels modern, bold, and culturally relevant. And you’ll be part of a movement that young people can trust and feel proud of.

READY TO BRING THE COMMUNITY IN?

If you’re excited by the idea of connecting with people, building relationships, and helping young people feel part of something unique, we want to hear from you.

Let’s build a community that lifts young people up.

URBAN YOUTH NEEDS A PARTNERSHIPS LEAD

BUILD THE NETWORK, GROW THE MOVEMENT

URBAN YOUTH is a brand‑new, street‑level youth work charity with the energy of a start‑up and the heart of a community movement. We’re here to create something young people want to be part of, something vibrant, exciting, and rooted in the places they call home.

To make that happen, we need a Partnerships Lead who can help us build the relationships that fuel our mission.

If you’re a connector, a relationship‑builder, a natural networker, this is your moment.

THE ROLE: PARTNERSHIPS LEAD (VOLUNTEER)

We’re looking for someone who can take the lead on building the partnerships that will help Urban Youth grow from start‑up to launch, and beyond.

You’ll be responsible for:

• Creating and nurturing community partnerships Local groups, youth organisations, grassroots leaders, neighbourhood networks

• Building relationships with industry professionals Creatives, entrepreneurs, youth culture leaders, influencers, streetwear brands

• Connecting with funders, foundations, and trusts Helping us secure support, resources, and long‑term sustainability

• Spotting opportunities Collaborations, sponsorships, shared projects, community events

• Representing Urban Youth Being the face and voice of our movement in key spaces

Your mission: Build the network that helps Urban Youth thrive.

WHY THIS ROLE MATTERS

Urban Youth is a start‑up, and partnerships are the lifeblood of our growth.

Your work will:

• Help us reach more young people

• Bring in resources, expertise, and opportunities

• Strengthen our presence in local communities

• Connect us with people who believe in our mission

• Build the foundation for long‑term impact

You’ll be one of the key people shaping our future.

WHO WE’RE LOOKING FOR

Someone who is:

• A natural relationship‑builder

• Confident talking to people from all walks of life

• Passionate about youth work and community impact

• Organised, proactive, and full of initiative

• Comfortable reaching out, pitching ideas, and making connections

• Excited to help a start‑up charity get off the ground ASAP

You don’t need formal partnership experience, just the ability to connect, communicate, and build trust.

WHY JOIN URBAN YOUTH NOW

Because this is the moment everything is being created.

You’ll be part of the founding team. You’ll shape our network, our reach, and our opportunities. You’ll help build a youth charity that feels modern, bold, and culturally relevant. And you’ll be part of a movement that young people can trust and feel proud of.

READY TO BUILD SOMETHING POWERFUL?

If you’re excited by the idea of creating partnerships that fuel a movement, we want to hear from you.

Let’s build a network that lifts young people up.

URBAN YOUTH NEEDS A PROJECT MANAGER

BUILD THE BLUEPRINT, DRIVE THE LAUNCH

URBAN YOUTH is a brand‑new, street‑level youth work charity with the energy of a start‑up and the heart of a movement. We’re here to create something young people want to be part of, something vibrant, exciting, and rooted in real community spaces.

Right now, we’re building everything from the ground up. And we need a Project Manager who can turn our vision into a structured, organised, unstoppable reality.

If you’re the kind of person who loves planning, coordinating, and making things happen, this role is made for you.

THE ROLE: PROJECT MANAGER (VOLUNTEER)

We’re looking for someone who can take the lead on:

• Project planning from start‑up to launch

• Creating timelines, milestones, and action plans

• Coordinating volunteers, roles, and responsibilities

• Keeping the team organised, focused, and moving forward

• Ensuring nothing falls through the cracks

• Helping build the systems and structure of a brand‑new charity

You’ll be the person who keeps Urban Youth on track, the organiser, the planner, the driver, the one who makes sure we go from idea to impact.

If you love structure, clarity, and getting things done, you’ll thrive here.

WHY THIS ROLE MATTERS

Urban Youth is at the very beginning of its journey. We have the vision, the energy, and the mission, but we need someone who can help us bring it all together.

Your leadership will:

• Shape how Urban Youth launches

• Build the foundation for our future growth

• Support every team member to deliver their best

• Turn our ideas into real‑world impact

• Help us get off the ground ASAP

You’ll be one of the key people who makes Urban Youth possible.

WHO WE’RE LOOKING FOR

Someone who is:

• Super organised — you love lists, plans, and structure

• Proactive — you don’t wait to be asked, you make things happen

• A natural coordinator — you enjoy bringing people together

• Detail‑focused — you spot things others miss

• Calm under pressure — start‑ups move fast

• Excited about youth work and community impact

• Ready to lead our project from start‑up to launch

If you want to stay on after launch, amazing, but no pressure. Right now, we need someone who can help us build.

WHY JOIN URBAN YOUTH NOW

Because this is the moment everything is being created.

You’ll be part of the founding team. You’ll shape our systems, our structure, and our launch. You’ll help build a youth charity that feels modern, bold, and culturally relevant. And you’ll be part of a movement that young people can trust and feel proud of.

READY TO LEAD OUR LAUNCH?

If you’re excited by the idea of building something from scratch, and you’ve got the organisation and drive to make it happen, we want to hear from you.

Let’s build something powerful for young people, together.

URBAN YOUTH NEEDS A MARKETING & COMMS LEAD

BUILD THE HYPE, GROW THE MOVEMENT

URBAN YOUTH is a brand‑new, street‑level youth work charity with the energy of a start‑up and the heart of a community movement. We’re here to create something young people want to be part of, something that feels fresh, exciting, and alive.

Our sessions aren’t weekly repeats. They’re drops, one‑off, limited‑edition experiences. Once they’re gone, they’re gone. And we need someone who can build the buzz that makes young people think:

“I can’t miss this.”

If you’re the kind of person who knows how to create hype, build community, and make noise in all the right places, this role is for you.

THE ROLE: MARKETING & COMMS LEAD (VOLUNTEER)

We’re looking for someone who can turn Urban Youth into a brand young people want to follow, wear, and represent.

You’ll lead on:

• Creating hype around our drops, making each one feel like a streetwear release

• Building a digital community across Instagram, TikTok, and other platforms

• Crafting bold, youth‑centred messaging that feels real, relevant, and exciting

• Developing our comms strategy from scratch as a start‑up charity

• Creating content that feels like culture, not corporate comms

• Making Urban Youth feel like a movement young people want to belong to

Your mission: Make every drop feel like an exclusive moment. Make young people feel like they’re part of something unique. Make Urban Youth impossible to ignore.

WHY THIS ROLE MATTERS

Our work happens on the streets, but our community grows online.

Your creativity will:

• Build the identity of a brand‑new youth charity

• Shape how young people discover and connect with us

• Turn our one‑off sessions into must‑attend events

• Help us grow a movement that feels modern, bold, and youth‑led

• Create a sense of belonging that young people can feel proud of

You’ll be the voice, the vibe, and the energy behind Urban Youth.

WHO WE’RE LOOKING FOR

Someone who is:

• Creative, energetic, and plugged into youth culture

• Skilled at social media, content creation, or digital storytelling

• Excited by streetwear, branding, and community‑building

• Able to create hype and momentum around events

• Passionate about youth work and social impact

• Ready to help a start‑up charity launch ASAP

You don’t need a marketing degree — just the ability to create excitement and build community.

WHY JOIN URBAN YOUTH NOW?

Because this is the moment everything is being built.

You’ll help shape our brand, our voice, and our presence. You’ll be part of the founding team. You’ll help create a youth movement that feels fresh, modern, and culturally relevant. And you’ll make sure young people feel like Urban Youth is theirs.

READY TO BUILD THE BUZZ?

If you’re excited by the idea of creating hype, building community, and turning Urban Youth into a movement, we want to hear from you.

Let’s create something unforgettable together.