Volunteer roles in sheffield, south yorkshire
We are seeking a new Chair for the Scottish Workforce Professional Development Board (WPDB). The group has been working for five years to deliver their skills plan for Scotland, and is well established with 12 members from a variety of different stakeholders in Scotland, including employers, education providers and government agencies.
The UK WPDB is the lead on workforce policy, with a vision of growing the attractiveness of working in the sport and physical activity sector and of ensuring that all customers and consumers have a safe and excellent experience. The Scottish WPDB was established to ensure the successful delivery of UK-wide workforce policy and strategy within Scotland, reflecting the significant differences between each of the home nations in areas such as legal systems, education policy, funding, delivery infrastructure and career pathways. It has the flexibility to operate in line with the Scottish policies and priorities.
We are looking for an individual who understands the sector’s workforce requirements within Scotland and has an ambitious view for what the future could look like. You will have a proven ability to drive strategic discussions around workforce policy, and to provide effective leadership to the rest of the Board.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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About us: GT Scholars is a charitable social enterprise that tackles educational inequality by giving ambitious young people the support, skills and strategies they need to achieve aspirations. 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? We run tutoring, mentoring & career insight programmes that help our scholars, aged 11-18, discover their strengths, develop their mindsets and design their own futures.
There are many charitable organisations and social enterprises offering 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.
We believe that all young people are gifted and talented, regardless of their background.
Our mission is to empower and develop the next generation of leaders and change-makers and we’re looking for volunteer tutors that are passionate about making a difference in young people’s lives!
If you are an undergraduate or graduate, you could make a difference by joining us as a volunteer tutor. As a volunteer tutor, you’ll need to:
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Have a passion for helping children and young people
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Provide online one-to-one tutoring support for 1 hour week
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Build pupil confidence in Maths.
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Have strong subject knowledge (confident enough to tutor up to GCSE)
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Work collaboratively with other tutors and mentors
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Have a minimum of an undergraduate degree or be working towards this
Volunteer tutoring can be extremely rewarding and volunteers with GT Scholars benefit from:
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A flexible schedule - you can choose online tutoring hours to suit your schedule
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The chance to grow your contacts and meet like-minded volunteers
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The chance to make a real difference in the life of a young person.
Additional information: We’re looking for tutors that can commit to a minimum of 2 academic terms of volunteering.
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 3 years old.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
We are seeking people from a variety of backgrounds to join our Policy Approval Panel. The purpose of the panel is to support the Workforce Professional Development Boards (WPDBs) by applying the appropriate scrutiny to the development and review of workforce policies developed by the sport and physical sector supported by CIMSPA.
The Policy Approval Panel will check whether the due process has been followed in the development and review of sector workforce policies such as professional standards, standards for deployment and apprenticeship standards. It will also check the accuracy of said policies, ensuring that anything issued to the WPDBs for approval is accurate and fit for purpose.
It is anticipated that the panel will meet three times per year ahead of the WPDB meetings but if there are no policies for approval of the board, the meeting will not be held.
An initial induction/standardisation meeting will be held in person, thereafter meetings will be held remotely with papers issued for review ahead of the meeting.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Award-winning theatre company One Tenth Human is seeking people with a passion for developing children’s STEM potential to join our Board of Trustees. Could you help us succeed with our next adventures?
One Tenth Human is an award-winning theatre company based in Lancaster, led by Artistic Director Sarah Punshon. We are a registered charity (no. 1195497), on a mission to empower primary-age children with better stories about their own potential. We explode myths and expectations when it comes to science, technology, engineering, arts, and maths (“STEAM”) because too many children reach adulthood believing these subjects are not for “people like me”. We want to change this.
We create and tour interactive theatrical adventures nationally to arts venues, libraries, schools, and village halls. Since our formation in 2016, we have been commissioned and co-produced by Shoreditch Town Hall, Z-arts, China Plate, Polka Theatre, Tutti Frutti, Big Imaginations, ARC Stockton, The Dukes Lancaster, and Lancaster Arts. We reach nationally, but are deeply embedded in our local region, working closely with schools, community groups, charities, and higher education partners to incubate new work and give more children the chance to take part in our life-changing adventures.
Our current Board has expertise in the arts, business management, charities, and STEM public engagement. You can find out more about them here.
The Board meets for 90 minute meetings every quarter on Zoom, with occasional in-person Away Days.
Written information is sent out a week before each meeting, requiring careful reading and consideration. Trustees may take on additional tasks suitable to their area of expertise between meetings, but the role is fundamentally one of governance and strategic guidance.
We are currently recruiting for Board members with the following skills:
(A) Financial Management Trustee. We are seeking a Board member who would be able to support our financial management, working with the Treasurer (and our accountant) to oversee financial planning, processes, and compliance. Your experience might be an accountancy qualification, experience with charity financial management, experience in business, or similar. Your role would include joining our Budget Working Group, which meets quarterly, one to two weeks before each Board meeting.
(B) Board Members. More broadly, we are keen to recruit Board members who have any one (or more!) of the following areas of expertise:
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○ Marketing/PR;
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○ Fundraising / philanthropy;
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○ Charity governance / legal;
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○ IT;
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○ Children aged 3-10 years - whether as a teacher, parent, carer, or volunteer;
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○ Education, particularly primary education;
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○ Science, technology, engineering or maths: this might mean in industry, in academia, in
museums, or another public engagement area. In addition, we expect all Board members to have:
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○ Interest in our work
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○ A commitment to diversity, equity and inclusion across all aspects of society
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○ The equivalent of about 1 day per month to devote to us.
We would be particularly interested to talk to applicants who are based or have networks in the North-West, but this is not essential. Our meetings are via Zoom and current Trustees are based in Manchester, Leeds, York, and London.
Send us a written document, no more than one page / 500 words or a film/audio recording, no longer than 3 minutes. Tell us who you are, how your experience and expertise matches our criteria, and why you’re interested in being on our Board.
If you have particular access requirements not covered here, please get in touch. Or if you would like an informal chat about this opportunity with our Co-Chair, Dermot Daly, please contact us via our website to arrange this.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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About Emetophobia Action Charity
Emetophobia Action is a UK-based charity dedicated to supporting individuals affected by emetophobia (the fear of vomiting). We work to raise awareness, provide reliable information, and campaign for better understanding and treatment within healthcare and educational settings.
We are a small but passionate team of clinicians and volunteers striving to make a real difference to those living with this often misunderstood condition.
Role Purpose
As a Fundraiser, you will help us grow our income to expand our reach, awareness campaigns, and events including in person conferences. This is a rewarding opportunity to use your creativity and communication skills to make a lasting impact on people affected by emetophobia.
Key Responsibilities
• Develop and deliver creative fundraising ideas and campaigns (online or community-based).
• Research and apply for small grants, sponsorships, or community funding opportunities.
• Organise or assist with virtual and in-person fundraising events (e.g., sponsored challenges, charity auctions, awareness days, conferences).
• Build relationships with local businesses, donors, and supporters.
• Promote fundraising activities across social media and community networks.
• Work collaboratively with the charity team to track and report fundraising outcomes.
Skills and Experience (Desirable but Not Essential)
• Experience or interest in fundraising, marketing, or communications.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Organised, reliable, and self-motivated.
• Confident using email, social media, and online fundraising platforms.
• A creative mindset and enthusiasm for generating new ideas.
• Passion for mental health advocacy and supporting those with emetophobia.
What You’ll Gain
• Valuable experience in charity fundraising and community engagement.
• The opportunity to make a meaningful difference for people affected by emetophobia.
• Flexible volunteering to fit around your commitments.
• Support, guidance, and recognition from a friendly and understanding team.
• References and certificates to recognise your contribution.
How to Apply
Please send a brief cover letter outlining your interest and any relevant experience. We welcome applications from people of all backgrounds and lived experiences, including those with personal experience of emetophobia or anxiety disorders.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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About Lucas Helps Dogs
Lucas Helps Dogs is a volunteer run charity working in Sri Lanka to reduce the suffering of street and community dogs and cats. We run spay and neuter clinics, provide rabies vaccinations, emergency treatment, and daily meals to street dogs and cats. We also deliver educational programmes in schools to teach kindness to animals and responsible pet care.
We’re currently looking for a Volunteer Grant Writer to help us secure vital funding so we can continue and expand our work for animals in need.
About the Role
As our Grant Writer, you’ll help identify suitable grant opportunities and prepare well-researched funding applications to support our animal welfare projects. You’ll work closely with our founder to understand the charity’s goals, gather information, and develop strong proposals that demonstrate our impact and vision.
This role is perfect for someone who enjoys writing and research, wants to gain experience in fundraising, or is passionate about improving the lives of animals.
Key Responsibilities
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Research potential grants, trusts, and foundations that align with our mission
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Write clear, compelling funding proposals and supporting documents
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Maintain a calendar of grant deadlines and track submissions
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Help develop a case for support and collect information for applications
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Review feedback from funders to improve future submissions
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Collaborate remotely with our small, friendly team
What We’re Looking For
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Strong writing, research, and communication skills
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Attention to detail and good organisational skills
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Ability to work independently and meet deadlines
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Interest in animal welfare and compassion for dogs
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Experience in grant writing or charity fundraising
What We Offer
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The chance to make a direct impact for animals in need
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Experience in grant writing and charity fundraising
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A flexible, supportive, and friendly volunteer team
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A reference after 3 months of volunteering
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The opportunity to use your skills for meaningful change
Time Commitment: 2–5 hours per week, flexible schedule
Location: Remote – you can volunteer from anywhere
Commitment: Ideally 3 months or more
How to Apply
If you’d like to use your writing skills to make a real difference for dogs and cats in Sri Lanka, we’d love to hear from you!
Please send a short email outlining your interest and any relevant experience
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Tell My Truth and Shame the Devil CIC is a UK-registered Community Interest Company dedicated to empowering the survivor and young people’s community through advocacy, storytelling, education, and digital innovation.
We are now entering the second stage of our CIC’s development, building the technological foundation that will support everything we do — from volunteer management and online learning to donor engagement and impact measurement.
Our aim is to create a digitally connected ecosystem that allows survivors, young people, and our partners to access resources, training, and opportunities from anywhere in the world. As we await funding for our next phase, This project will help us build the digital backbone of our organisation
The Digital Systems Research & Implementation Team will help us identify the most effective, decentralised, and sustainable digital tools on the market to take us forward.
This team will play a critical advisory role in guiding which platforms we invest in — ensuring that every system we choose is ethical, scalable, open-source, and aligned with our mission.
About the Project
Your work will directly shape the digital future of our CIC.
The team will:
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Research and evaluate open-source and nonprofit-friendly digital tools (LMS, CRM, donor systems, AI marketing tools, etc.).
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Assess features, usability, compliance, cost-effectiveness, and decentralisation potential.
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Report and recommend the most suitable options for our organisation’s stage of growth.
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Collaborate with external experts (once funding is secured) to help customise and integrate chosen platforms.
You won’t be expected to build or code systems yourself — instead, you’ll help us make smart, evidence-based decisions that position our CIC for long-term success and operational excellence.
Roles Available
1. IT / Computer Science Student (Systems Research Assistant)
Purpose: To assess open-source tools for functionality, hosting, and integration potential.
Key tasks:
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Evaluate open-source and decentralised systems (e.g., CiviCRM, Moodle, Bitrix24, Odoo)
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Compare features, user experience, and technical feasibility
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Create visual reports and data sheets for leadership review
Ideal for: Tech students eager to gain research experience in system evaluation and digital transformation within the nonprofit sector.
2. Digital Project Coordinator / Tech Virtual Assistant
Purpose: To manage workflows, organise research outputs, and document processes.
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Coordinate project timelines and virtual meetings
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Compile reports, maintain documentation, and organise digital findings
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Support the creation of Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) from recorded training sessions
Ideal for: Detail-oriented individuals who love systems thinking and want to gain experience in digital project coordination.
3. Research Assistant / Business Management Student
Purpose: To analyse research data and translate findings into clear recommendations.
Key tasks:
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Conduct structured comparisons between tools (features, costs, scalability)
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Summarise key insights for leadership decision-making
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Prepare presentation decks and short research briefs
Ideal for: Students or graduates in Business, Management, or Social Enterprise looking to apply their research and analytical skills to a real-world digital project.
4. Nonprofit Tech Enthusiast / Digital Systems Volunteer
Purpose: To connect the dots between technology, usability, and community needs.
Key tasks:
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Evaluate accessibility and user experience from the perspective of staff, volunteers, and beneficiaries
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Suggest tools that enhance transparency, inclusion, and efficiency
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Support external experts by testing workflows and providing user feedback during implementation
Ideal for: Individuals passionate about technology for good, decentralisation, and community impact.
Why Join Us
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Be part of a core digital transformation project in a growing UK social enterprise.
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Work with real systems and expert advisors shaping the CIC’s long-term digital strategy.
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Gain hands-on experience in research, decision-making, and systems planning.
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Receive references and recorded training access for your future portfolio.
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Collaborate with a team that values innovation, transparency, and community-driven design.
What You’ll Learn
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How nonprofits evaluate and adopt open-source systems
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The process of digital transformation within a CIC structure
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Research and reporting best practices
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The ethics and practicality of decentralised digital infrastructure
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Cross-team collaboration in a multi-stakeholder environment
How This Role Feeds Into Our Mission
This team will lay the digital foundation for everything our CIC does — helping us choose systems that will empower survivors and young people to connect, learn, and thrive safely and efficiently.
By identifying the best tools on the market, you’ll be ensuring our future operations are secure, efficient, and impactful — built on technology that reflects our values and vision.
How to Apply
Please apply via CharityJob with:
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A short cover letter outlining why you’d like to join this digital transformation project, and
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Any relevant coursework, volunteer, or professional experience.
Shortlisted candidates will be invited to a friendly group introduction session to meet the team, learn about our mission, and select their preferred focus area.
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Join the Unify Giving Social Impact Squad
Unify Giving is a UK-registered social enterprise reimagining the way people give.
We help donors send direct, digital support to people experiencing homelessness or domestic violence — safely and transparently — through our verified charity partners. Every donation goes straight to a real individual, who can then exchange it for vouchers for essentials like food, transport, and wellbeing support.
We’re now looking for a creative volunteer to help us bring this journey to life in a short animated explainer video — showing how a donation travels from a donor, to an individual, and then to real impact.
✨ What we’re looking for
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Someone who can create animated or motion graphic videos.
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An eye for storytelling — helping us make the process simple, emotional, and inspiring.
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Able to work with our team on a short brief (60–90 seconds).
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Bonus if you can add light background music or voice-over.
What you’ll get
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A featured volunteer credit on our website and socials.
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Portfolio exposure across our growing platforms.
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The chance to use your creative skills for real-world social impact.
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A friendly, passionate team making giving more human again.
If you’re ready to use your animation skills for good, we’d love to hear from you (please send your portfolio on application).
Let’s make generosity visible.
Connecting donors directly with individuals expriencing homelessness.

Do you want to use your skills to make a real difference for local babies, children, young people and their families? ��
We’re on the lookout for passionate people to join our Board of Trustees and help guide the future of Bluebell Wood Children’s Hospice. You’ll be part of an inspiring team helping to shape our strategy and ensure every family we support gets the best possible care. ��
We’d especially love to hear from people with experience in:
✨ Finance
✨ Investments
✨ Clinical care – especially children’s or palliative care
✨ Income generation – an understanding of charity fundraising is a bonus!
✨ Marketing - we can't wait for your insight, whatever your marketing background!
About us:
Our vision at Bluebell Wood is for every baby, child and young person with a life limiting condition to access specialist palliative care, where and when they need it. You will join our fantastic team where we all play our part in achieving our vision and creating an incredible culture for everyone.
Our services:
Our uncompromisable support services are wide-ranging and bespoke to each family. We provide symptom management, end-of-life care, post-death care, short breaks, counselling, sibling support groups, music therapy, home visits and more.
We support families across a large geographical area, including South Yorkshire, North Nottinghamshire, North Derbyshire and parts of North Lincolnshire. The hospice is easily accessible from Barnsley, Rotherham, Doncaster, Sheffield and North Notts. We have free secure on-site parking for families, staff and volunteers to use.
Every year we need to raise £6.7m to keep our doors open and only around 17% of our income comes from government sources, the rest must be raised through fundraising activity.
The role:
As a trustee, you'll play a vital role in helping us deliver our mission. You'll be part of a dedicated board that:
- Sets our strategic direction and ensures we stay true to our values and purpose.
- Overseas our finances and governance, making sure we use our resources wisely and legally.
- Supports and constructively challenges our leadership team to help us grow and improve.
- Acts as an ambassador for Bluebell Wood, championing our work in the community and beyond.
What were looking for:
You don't need to have been a trustee before. We welcome people from all backgrounds and experiences.
What matters most is:
- A genuine commitment to our Vision Mission and Values, and the families we support.
- Integrity, good judgement and a collaborative spirit.
- Willingness to learn and contribute your time, skills and ideas.
- Commitment to preparing for and engaging meaningfully in meetings.
.What you'll gain:
- A meaningful way to share your skills and experience.
- The chance to make a lasting impact on the lives of babies, children, young people and families.
- Opportunities to develop professionally and personally.
If you would like to know more please contact us to arrange a tour of the hospice, or have an informal chat with our CEO, Heidi Hawkins
To apply, please send your CV and a short covering statement to our CEO, Heidi Hawkins
Closing date: Sunday 30th November 2025
Interview date: Wednesday 17th December 2025
We are committed to creating a diverse, inclusive work place that reflects the communities we support, and welcome applications from candidates from all backgrounds, regardless of gender, sex, ethnicity, race, religion, education, socioeconomic background, disability, or sexual orientation.
We will do everything we can to accommodate any needs throughout our recruitment process.
What else we will need or you need to know:
Any successful applicant will require:
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An Enhanced DBS Check
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Two references
We’re here to help every family who needs us make the most amazing memories


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We're building tech to predict employee burnout. We're bootstrapping painfully. Need someone who knows UK grants and has fundraising contacts to help us actually fund this.
The Situation
We're building a platform that predicts employee burnout 2-4 weeks before it happens. We have psychologists, tech people, and a working plan. What we don't have is money.
We're bootstrapping. Every penny is coming from the founders. We need someone who can help us find UK grants, foundations, and funding sources so we can:
- Hire developers properly (not Upwork disasters)
- Pay for proper infrastructure
- Move faster than our current painful pace
- Actually pay people who deserve to be paid
What We Need You To Do
Find money. Simple as that.
Specifically:
- Research UK grants for mental health tech, employee wellbeing, innovation, social enterprise
- Write grant applications that don't sound like AI wrote them
- Identify foundations that fund this kind of thing
- Use your network to open doors we can't open ourselves
- Advise on fundraising strategy - what's realistic for a pre-revenue startup
Current State:
- MVP launching December 2025 (yes, this year)
- Pre-revenue but have pilot companies interested
- Strong team (psychologists, AI/ML, CTO, UX)
- Evidence-based approach (not wellness fluff)
- Desperate for £20-100K+ to do this properly
Your Tasks
Weeks 1-2: Research & Strategy
- Map UK funding landscape for our sector
- Identify 15-20 realistic grant opportunities
- Prioritize by fit, timing, amount
- Create application timeline
Weeks 3-6: Write & Submit
- Draft grant applications (we'll help with technical content)
- Tailor each one (no copy-paste jobs)
- Submit before deadlines
- Follow up where needed
Weeks 7-12: Network & Cultivate
- Connect us with foundation contacts
- Attend relevant funding events (if any)
- Build relationships for future rounds
- Advise on corporate partnerships
Time commitment: 3 hrs/day first month (heavy research/writing), then 2 hrs/day ongoing
Why This Role Matters
Right now we're:
- Trying to find developers we can afford
- Using AI coding tools because we can't hire proper devs
- Moving slower than we should
- Stressing about infrastructure costs
With proper funding we could:
- Hire a full-stack developer (£40-60K would change everything)
- Pay for proper hosting and tools
- Run a real pilot with multiple companies
- Pay our psychologists for their time
- Move from "painful bootstrap" to "actual startup"
Your work could literally determine whether this launches properly or limps along.
Who We're Looking For
Someone who:
- Knows UK funding - grants, foundations, social enterprise funding
- Can write - applications that get approved, not rejected
- Has contacts - someone at a foundation might actually take your call
- Gets startups - understands we're scrappy and pre-revenue
- Cares about mental health - this isn't just a box-ticking exercise
Experience we actually need:
- 3+ years in grant writing or fundraising (charity or social enterprise)
- Track record of successful applications (tell us what you've won)
- Understanding of UK funding landscape
- Can write persuasively without corporate waffle
- Comfortable with tech/innovation projects (or willing to learn)
Bonus points:
- Experience with Innovate UK, UKRI, Wellcome Trust, mental health funders
- Network in impact investing or social finance
- Previous startup fundraising experience
- Understanding of NHS/health sector funding
What You Get
Be honest about what we can offer:
- Equity: If you help us raise significant funds (£50K+), we'll discuss equity
- Commission: Could arrange success-based payment (e.g., 5-10% of funds raised)
- Experience: Real fundraising experience you can put on your CV
- References: If you're good, we'll recommend you everywhere
- Network: Connect with our team and pilot companies
- Impact: Help us actually fund mental health prevention (not just talk about it)
This could be paid eventually. Right now we need someone who believes in the mission enough to help us get the resources to make it happen.
The Team
You'd work with:
- Founder (that's me (Don Diffang)- doing everything, need help with funding)
- Chief Behavioral Psychologist (evidence base for grants)
- Occupational Psychologist (workplace wellbeing expertise)
- CTO (technical bits for applications)
- Business Development person (partnerships)
Small team. No bureaucracy. Everyone's hands-on.
Timeline
November-December: Heavy research and first wave of applications January-February: Ongoing applications and relationship building March onwards: Either you've helped us raise money or we're still bootstrapping
Flexible hours. Most work is solo (research/writing) with weekly check-ins.
Success Looks Like
Minimum viable success:
- 10-15 applications submitted to relevant funders
- Clear funding pipeline for next 6-12 months
- Connections made with 3-5 foundations/funders
- At least 2-3 applications that have a real shot
Actual success:
- £20-50K raised in next 3-6 months
- £50-100K+ raised in next year
- Sustainable funding strategy in place
- Relationships built for future rounds
Dream scenario:
- Major grant or investment secured
- You becoming our part-time paid fundraising lead
- Proper funding to launch and scale
Why Not Paid?
Because we don't have money. That's literally why we need you.
If we had £50K lying around, we wouldn't be posting volunteer roles - we'd be hiring developers.
But: if you help us raise funds, we'll pay you from those funds (success fee or salary). And equity is definitely on the table for someone who helps us break out of bootstrap mode.
What We Promise
We won't:
- Waste your time on applications that have no chance
- Give you fluffy "brand guidelines" instead of real content
- Micromanage your writing
- Disappear when you need information
We will:
- Be realistic about our chances
- Provide all technical/impact content you need
- Respond fast to questions
- Give you credit when grants succeed
- Discuss equity/payment when funding comes in
Current Funding Landscape (What We Know)
We've identified a few areas but need expert help:
- Innovate UK: Smart Grants for innovation (maybe?)
- UKRI: Mental health research angle
- Wellcome Trust: Mental health innovation
- Big Lottery/National Lottery: Community wellbeing
- Health Foundation: Workplace health
- Mental Health Foundation: Prevention focus
- Social investment: If we structure right
- Corporate foundations: Companies with wellbeing focus
But we don't know:
- Which ones we're actually eligible for
- How to position ourselves (charity? social enterprise? tech startup?)
- What our chances realistically are
- Who to talk to
- How to write applications that work
That's where you come in.
To Apply
Tell us:
- Your track record (be specific)
- What grants have you won?
- How much money have you raised?
- What sectors/causes?
- Your knowledge of UK funding
- Which funders would you target first for us?
- Why?
- Your network
- Any contacts at foundations/funding bodies?
- Any that might be relevant to mental health/wellbeing tech?
- Your availability
- Can you commit 2-3 hrs/day for 8-12 weeks starting now?
- Would you want equity vs. success fee vs. future salary?
- One question for us
Attach your CV with fundraising successes highlighted.
P.S. If you've raised money before and you're between roles or have spare time, this could be perfect. Help us get off the ground properly and we'll remember it (with equity and paid work when we can).
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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Travel Radar is a passionate media organisation committed to making travel more meaningful and accessible for everyone. Since 2015, we've grown into one of the leading online sources for aviation and air-travel news, reaching over 20 million people worldwide.
Powered by a diverse, fully remote team of 50+ volunteers and contributors, we provide around-the-clock coverage of global travel developments. Our mission is to change the way people experience travel — helping them make every journey more enriching, informed, and enjoyable through timely news and helpful insights.
Join us in reshaping the future of travel and making a global impact through the power of storytelling and information.
We're on the lookout for a Assistant Social Media Manager to head up a range of exciting work including:
- developing creative and engaging social media strategies for our platforms;
- managing the day-to-day handling of all social media channels such as LinkedIn, Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, Tiktok and YouTube, adapting content to suit different channels;
- overseeing, planning and delivering content across different platforms using scheduling tools such as Buffer and Meta Business Suite;
- developing, launching and managing new competitions and campaigns that promote Travel Radar and the brand;
- forming key relationships with influencers in the aviation and air-travel space across the social media platforms;
- managing and facilitating social media communities by responding to social media posts and developing discussions;
- researching and evaluating the latest trends and techniques in order to find new and better ways of creating and measuring social media activity;
- managing, motivating and coaching junior staff such as social media executives or assistants;
We're looking for a passionate and creative individual to lead and grow Travel Radar’s presence across social media. This is a fantastic opportunity to shape the voice of one of the most engaged aviation communities online and create impactful content that inspires millions of travellers worldwide. We already have a strong foundation and loyal following — now we need someone who’s ready to take it to the next level. Whether you're a recent graduate full of fresh ideas, an experienced social media pro seeking a meaningful new challenge, a travel and aviation enthusiast, or a current student eager to gain hands-on experience — we care more about your passion and creativity than your CV.
If you're excited by the idea of building community, creating compelling content, and being part of a mission-driven team, we’d love to hear from you!
✨ Perks of Volunteering with Travel Radar:
(Please note: This is a voluntary, unpaid role — but we make it worth your time!)
- Flexible workload – Contribute as and when you’re available each month
- Fully remote – We can provide a laptop, desktop, or virtual machine if needed
- Lunch & travel expenses covered – For in-person events, conferences, or meetings
- Exclusive discount program – Access deals with 3,000+ retailers, from travel to insurance
- Professional training – Fully funded CPD Level 3, 5, or 7 accreditation included and access industry leading support and mentoring
- Latest tech tools – Free access to Office365, Grammarly Premium, Adobe Photoshop, Canva Pro — for both Travel Radar and personal use
https://careers.travelradar.aero/job/assistant-social-media-manager/
Our mission to change how travel is seen involves showing people how to make their journeys as fulfilling as possible whilst empowering our team!
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!
We're building a platform to catch burnout before it happens. Need someone with HR connections who can talk to people and open doors.
The Problem
People are burning out at work. By the time managers notice, it's too late. We're building something to change that.
What We're Building
A platform that spots early warning signs of burnout and helps managers intervene before people break. Think predictive tech + psychology + practical support.
What We Actually Need You To Do
We need someone who can:
- Talk to HR people and managers about their burnout challenges (15-20 interviews over 2-3 weeks)
- Find organizations that might want to test this with their teams
- Help us understand what would actually work vs. what sounds good on paper
That's it. No corporate nonsense. Just real conversations with real people about a real problem.
Your Actual Tasks
Weeks 1-2: Find people to interview
- Use your network to find 15-20 HR folks, managers, and employees
- Schedule 30-60 min chats (we'll give you the questions)
- Could be over coffee, Zoom, phone - whatever works
Weeks 3-4: Do the interviews
- Have real conversations about burnout
- Document what matters (not what sounds nice)
- Work with our psychologists to make sense of it
Weeks 5-6: Connect us with organizations
- Find 5-10 companies that might test this
- Make intros to the right people
- Help us understand who'd actually pay for this
Time commitment: 2-3 hours a day. Work when you want. No meetings about meetings.
Why Bother?
Honestly:
- You'll help build something launching in 8 weeks (not years)
- You get to shape the product from scratch
- You'll work with psychologists and tech people who actually know what they're doing
- Good for your CV if you want to move into product/research/biz dev
- If you're brilliant, we might offer equity or a paid role later
- Work from home, flexible hours, no micromanaging
Also: burnout is real. If you've seen it or felt it, you know why this matters.
Who We're Looking For
Someone who:
- Knows HR people or managers (and they'd actually take your call)
- Can have a proper conversation without reading a script
- Gets why burnout matters (maybe you've been there)
- Doesn't need babysitting - you see what needs doing and do it
- Can move fast - we're launching in 8 weeks
Experience we care about:
- You've worked in HR, management, or people stuff (3+ years)
- You've done interviews or research before (or you're confident you can)
- You have connections we don't (that's the whole point)
Don't have all of this? Apply anyway if you care about the problem and can help.
What You Actually Get
- Real product experience (not busy work)
- Portfolio piece you can show people
- References from our team
- Connections with psychologists and tech people
- Maybe equity if you're exceptional
- The satisfaction of helping prevent burnout (sounds cheesy but it's true)
The Team
- Chief Behavioral Psychologist
- Occupational Psychologist
- AI/ML person
- CTO
- UX Designer
Small team. No corporate BS. Building something that matters.
Timeline
Start: Now (November) Busiest: First 2 weeks (3 hrs/day finding and scheduling people) After that: 2 hrs/day for 4-6 weeks End: Mid-December
Work whenever suits you. We care about results, not when you're online.
Success =
- 15-20 good interviews done
- 5-10 companies interested in testing this
- Insights that help us build the right thing
- Not wasting each other's time
Why Not Paid?
We're pre-revenue. Every penny goes into building this. But if you're good, equity or paid work could come later. And the experience is worth more than a few hundred quid anyway.
What We Promise
We won't:
- Have pointless meetings
- Micromanage you
- Waste your time
- Give you vague objectives
We will:
- Be clear about what needs doing
- Support you when needed, leave you alone when not
- Give you proper credit
- Write you good references
Why This Matters
Burnout is expensive (£322 billion to the economy) and miserable (for the people going through it). Most companies wait until people break, then offer an EAP number.
We're trying to catch it earlier. Your conversations will tell us if this is actually useful or just another wellness gimmick.
To Apply
Just tell us:
- Why you care about this (2-3 sentences)
- Who you could realistically interview (be specific)
- Any organizations you could connect us with
- Can you start now and commit 2-3 hrs/day for 6-8 weeks?
Attach your CV.
Don't overthink it. If this sounds interesting, apply.
Questions? Email us - we respond fast.
P.S. If you're not sure you're "qualified enough" - apply anyway. We need diverse perspectives, not clones.
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!
Become a GamCare Online Peer Supporter
Make a difference by using your own experiences
For over 25 years, GamCare has been there for people experiencing gambling harms, whether that be people who gamble themselves or someone impacted by someone else’s gambling. We offer support over the phone, face-to-face or online and our treatment is free, flexible and confidential.
We are currently recruiting for Online Peer Supporters, to provide one-to-one and group support to both individuals who gamble and those affected by someone else’s gambling. Using their own experiences of gambling-related harms, volunteers will support others digitally as part of our Online Support Services and will include email support as well as facilitating our Forum and Chatrooms.
Full training and ongoing support will be provided to enable you to use your lived experience to work with our team as an Online Peer Supporter, providing support to all of those affected by gambling.
We believe that peer support is essential in the recovery journey. It provides:
- Shared understanding
- Reduces stigma
- A non-judgemental environment
- Practical insights and tools
- Continued motivation and hope
Our online platforms are designed to provide social connection to those who could be isolated or feel they have no one else to talk to. People accessing our services have identified that receiving support from someone who has had similar experiences can really benefit them when overcoming the challenges they may face on their recovery journey. It also provides a sense of community and belonging and contributes to the long-term support of those accessing these services.
Training
A comprehensive training programme will be delivered by our Volunteer Coordinators to provide you with the skills and confidence to use your experiences to support others while protecting your own recovery. Training includes:
- Safeguarding
- Motivational interviewing
- Facilitation skills
Role Responsibilities
Online Peer Supporters will:
- Navigate and guide contacts through existing services at GamCare and the National Gambling Support Network.
- Use motivational interviewing skills while drawing from their own lived experience to provide a supportive, non-judgemental space for those affected by gambling harms.
- Facilitate discussions via our online support services, including:
Email – you will be paired with an individual for regular email correspondence (on average 1-2 emails per week for approximaely 6 months)
Chatrooms – you will facilitate group discussions and supporting conversation between people at various stages of recovery
Forum – you will initiate discussions, respond to posts, and provide encouragement, signposting and support to forum users
- Help individuals set aims and goals to move to a more positive, sustained recovery whilst also providing resources to support people with these plans.
- Recognise the purpose and remit of our service and signposting to other internal and external support where appropriate.
What can I expect from GamCare?
In return, GamCare will:
- Provide a full, comprehensive induction and training programme
- Give you access to a dedicated Volunteer Coordinator
- Offer and arrange 1:1 and group supervision
- Fully support your own wellbeing and recovery journey
- Give ongoing training and development opportunities
- Provide access to some internal job opportunities within our services team
- Provide a reference after 3 months of regular volunteering
Role Requirements
For any of our volunteering roles we ask that you have lived experience of gambling-related harms. This includes being affected by someone else’s gambling (friend or family member).
We ask that you’ve been in positive, sustained recovery for at least one year before volunteering with us.
This role is completely remote, so you’ll need access to a reliable internet connection, a computer and a confidential space.
For full role requirements, please see the Role Profile on our website.
Please note that this role is subject to a Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check. Please do not let that deter you from applying as all applications will be considered.
Availability & Commitment
We ask that you have availability at a regular time for around 1-2 hours per week for a minimum of 6 months.
Before volunteering with us, you will need to complete a mixture of self-directed online training and live online group training sessions delivered by our Volunteer Coordinators over a period of approximately 4 weeks.
Full details of the induction, including the next available dates will be sent to you by a member of the team within one week of receiving your application.
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!
About Urban Youth
Urban Youth is a brand-new grassroots youth work charity dedicated to empowering young Londoners aged 11–19 years old. We’re building a vibrant community where young people from all backgrounds—especially those from deprived areas—can thrive, connect, and access transformative opportunities. Our mission is to break down barriers to adolescence, reduce crime and antisocial behaviour, and create spaces filled with dignity, creativity, and hope.
We will be working directly with local youth, offering exciting programmes that will spark growth, build confidence, and celebrate identity. Now, we need a bold, urban-styled logo that reflects our energy and vision—and that’s where you come in.
The Volunteer Role
We’re looking for a talented Volunteer Graphic Designer to create a powerful, urban-inspired logo that resonates with young people across London. This is a chance to shape the visual identity of a charity that’s all about community, creativity, and change.
You’ll be:
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Designing a logo that’s fresh, edgy, and emotionally resonant for 11–19-year-olds in the inner London city areas.
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Capturing the spirit of London’s youth culture—vibrant, diverse, and full of potential.
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Collaborating with our founding team to reflect our values and grassroots ethos.
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Helping us build a brand that young people are proud to wear, share, and stand behind.
What We’re Looking For
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A designer with a strong sense of visual hierarchy and urban style.
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Experience (or passion) for youth-focused design and branding.
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Someone who can work independently but values collaboration and feedback.
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A portfolio that shows creativity, clarity, and emotional impact.
Why Volunteer With Us?
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Be part of something meaningful from the ground up.
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Use your skills to make a lasting difference in young lives.
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Gain experience in charity branding and youth engagement.
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Join a passionate team committed to real change.
Ready to Apply?
If you’re excited to help shape a brand that uplifts and inspires young Londoners, we’d love to hear from you. Please send us your portfolio, a short cover letter, and any initial ideas or inspirations you’d love to explore.
Let’s build something unforgettable—together.
URBAN YOUTH
Your City. Your Vibe. Your Design.
Positive and engaging youth work activities and programmes that help young people discover themselves, build life skills and help shape their destiny.
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!
Job Description
Title: VOLUNTEER Chief Operating Officer (COO)
Reports directly to: Chief Executive Officer
Direct working relationships: C LEVEL, NATIONAL RESEARCH, POLICY, ETHICS, RESEARCH REPORTING AND LOCAL OPERATIONS.
Areas of Accountability and Responsibility:
❖ C Level oversight of Policy, Ethics and Research Reporting, National Operations and Local Operations (including projects and research)
❖ Operational Delivery & Efficiency
Core Duties:
❖ Oversee national and local operations
❖ Ensure efficient resource allocation
❖ Ensure ethical compliance
❖ Ensure of smooth delivery of projects and research
❖ Continuously optimizing systems and processes for maximum operational effectiveness
❖ Leading and support a c level portfolio
❖ Engaging in c level tasks to support the organisational progress
❖ Attending high level meetings and providing updates regularly
❖ Dealing with tasks referred to the COO and supporting Heads of Department and other management in their roles as required
❖ Stepping in to support others including other c level officers and direct reports
NOTE - This job description can be changed
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.


