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We are looking to involve Family Engagement Volunteers to support the delivery of family engagement activities and workshops at the National Maritime Museum. This includes encouraging families to participate fully in sessions, supporting practitioners with set up and pack down, and delivering object handling experiences in galleries to bring the collection to life.
Reporting to:
Family Programmes Facilitator and Engagement Programmes Coordinator
This opportunity will include:
- Supporting the delivery of family workshops, drop-in sessions, and festivals
- Helping to prepare and tidy materials and resources before and after sessions
- Engaging families in the galleries by leading or supporting object handling activities
- Offering a warm and friendly welcome to all visitors during activities through playful and child led approach, ensuring everyone feels included and valued
This opportunity offers you the chance to:
- Develop skills and confidence in working with children, young people, and families
- Gain experience in object handling and family engagement in a national museum
- Contribute to creating inclusive and welcoming experiences for all families, including LGBTQ+, SEND and foster and adoptive families
What we’re looking for in you:
- Friendly, approachable, and confident interacting with families of all ages
- Open-minded, welcoming, and supportive of the diversity of our visitors
- An interest in history, heritage, museums, or working with families (previous experience not required)
- Reliability, willingness to work as part of a team and join in
- Flexibility to assist with a variety of tasks, from practical set up to direct visitor engagement
Time Commitment:
10.30am -4.30pm on weekends during term time and 10.30am -4.30pm Monday-Sunday during half terms and school holidays.
Induction training will take place in person at the National Maritime Museum on Thursday 9th October.
Volunteers are asked to commit to 3 months initially.
What we offer our volunteers:
- Access to museum staff and expertise, and gaining knowledge and skills in a national museum
- Being part of a friendly, diverse team of staff and volunteers
- The opportunity to make a valuable contribution to the work of a national museum
- Travel and refreshments can be reimbursed up to a limit of £15 per return journey (conditions apply and please note we are unable to provide parking facilities)
- Complimentary tickets and free entry to all our sites
- Discounts in our shops and restaurants
- Social events with other volunteers and staff
- Training and induction provided
How to apply:
Please fill in an application form by 17.00 on Friday 26 September 2025.
Shortlisted applicants will be invited to a short interview over the phone on Thursday 2 October, followed by an induction day at the National Maritime Museum on Thursday 9 October.
Please note, we can only take on volunteers who are 18+.
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We’re launching REMIX and we're buzzing with excitement… and we’re looking for a Youth Champion to lead the charge!
REMIX is launching - a bold new youth social mobility charity in London that’s here to shake things up and make a BIG impact on young people’s lives.
We’ve got the vision. We’ve got the vibe. Now we need someone to bring the magic - someone who can lead our youth section and create life-changing experiences for young Londoners.
We Need a Volunteer Youth Programmes Lead Who Can Remix Young Lives with Skills, Confidence & Inspiration!
Are you bursting with ideas for workshops, activities, and programmes that empower young people?
Do you believe every young person deserves a toolbox full of life skills, goals, and belief in their potential?
Then REMIX wants YOU to help us build a youth offer that’s bold, beautiful, and packed with purpose.
What You’ll Do With Us:
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Design and deliver exciting youth programmes, workshops, and events.
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Create safe, fun, and empowering spaces for young people to learn, interact and grow.
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Work closely with our Founder and team to align activities with our mission.
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Build partnerships with local organisations, mentors, and role models.
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Help shape the future of REMIX’s youth section from the ground up.
Who We’re Looking For To Join Us:
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Someone with experience in youth work, education, programme design, or community engagement.
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A creative thinker with a heart for social mobility and youth empowerment.
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A natural organiser who can turn ideas into action.
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A collaborator who loves working with others and inspiring change.
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Someone ready to roll up their sleeves and build something extraordinary.
What You’ll Gain From Volunteering With Us:
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Leadership experience in youth programme development.
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A front-row seat to real impact in young people’s lives.
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A chance to shape the culture and direction of a rising youth charity.
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A community of passionate changemakers.
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The joy of knowing YOU helped remix futures.
So… are you ready to remix the future?
Let’s build something bold. Let’s uplift, empower, and inspire - one workshop, one programme, one young life at a time.
Get Involved. Shape A Future. Change Young Lives.
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We’re buzzing with excitement… and we need a superstar to hold it all together!
REMIX is launching - a bold new youth social mobility charity in London that’s here to shake things up and make a BIG impact on young people’s lives.
We’ve got the vision, the energy, and the mission. Now we need the glue - someone who can lead, manage, and keep our amazing team moving in harmony.
We Need a Lead Volunteer Who Can Remix Chaos Into Magic!
Are you a natural leader with a heart for social impact?
Do you thrive on bringing people together, making things happen, and keeping the wheels turning?
Then REMIX wants YOU to help steer our ship through its exciting start-up phase and beyond!
What You’ll Do With Us:
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Be the central connector across our volunteer teams and committees.
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Support the Founder in managing day-to-day operations and strategic planning.
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Keep projects on track, people engaged, and the vibe high.
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Help build systems that are sustainable, joyful, and impactful.
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Be the go-to person for coordination, communication, and calm in the chaos.
Who We’re Looking For To Join Us:
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A people-person with strong leadership and organisational skills.
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Someone who’s passionate about youth empowerment and social mobility.
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Experience in charity management, operations, or team leadership (or just a natural knack for it!).
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A collaborator who can juggle tasks, motivate teams, and keep the mission front and centre.
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Someone who’s ready to roll up their sleeves and help build something extraordinary.
What You’ll Gain From Volunteering With Us:
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Leadership experience in a dynamic start-up charity.
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A front-row seat to real impact.
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A chance to shape the culture and systems of REMIX.
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A community of passionate changemakers.
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The joy of knowing YOU helped make it all happen.
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A glowing reference and recomendation for your time with us.
So… are you ready to be the heartbeat of REMIX?
Let’s build something bold. Let’s uplift, empower, and inspire — one team, one programme, one young life at a time.
Get Involved. Shape A Future. Change Young Lives.
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This organisation is scheduling interviews as applications come in. They're ready to hire as soon as they find the right person. Don't miss your opportunity, apply now!
We’re buzzing with excitement…
REMIX is launching - a brand new youth social mobility charity in London that’s here to shake things up and make a BIG impact on young people’s lives.
But before we can change lives, we need the right people on board. That’s where YOU come in…
We Need Volunteer Recruiters Who Can Spot Superstars & Spread the REMIX Magic!
We’re looking for positive, bubbly, people-loving volunteers with top-tier social skills to help us build our dream team. You’ll be the friendly face (and voice!) behind our volunteer recruitment and onboarding - helping us find, welcome, and support amazing humans who want to make a difference.
What You’ll Do With Us:
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Help us recruit passionate volunteers across London.
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Conduct friendly interviews and make people feel seen and valued.
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Support onboarding and make sure every volunteer feels like part of the REMIX family.
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Be a cheerleader for our mission and help us grow a community of changemakers.
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Work closely with our Founder and team to build a smooth, joyful volunteer journey.
Who We’re Looking For To Join Us:
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People with great communication skills and a warm, welcoming vibe.
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Organised souls who love connecting with others.
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Experience in HR, volunteering, youth work, or just a natural gift for people.
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A belief in social mobility and the power of community.
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Team players who want to help build something bold and beautiful.
What You’ll Gain From Volunteering With Us:
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Experience in volunteer recruitment and onboarding.
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A front-row seat to real impact.
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A chance to shape the culture of a rising youth charity.
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A community of passionate, purpose-driven humans.
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The joy of knowing YOU helped build the team that changes lives.
So… are you ready to remix the future?
Let’s build something bold. Let’s uplift, empower, and inspire - one volunteer, one programme, one young life at a time.
Get Involved. Shape A Future. Change Young Lives.
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Calling all creative wizards!
We’re really excited to be launching REMIX - a brand new youth social mobility charity in London that’s here to shake things up and make a BIG impact on young people’s lives.
And guess what? We’ve got the vibe, the vision, and the mission… But we need YOU to bring the visuals that make it POP
We Need a Volunteer Graphic Designer Who Can Remix Our Brand Into Magic!
We’ve got a beautiful, fun, and vibrant youth brand - now we need a creative genius to help us maximise it across everything from:
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Website images.
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Printed & digital booklets/posters & leaflets.
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Banners that turn heads.
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Scroll-stopping social media posts.
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And so much more!
This is your chance to be the visual heartbeat of a rising charity that’s about to launch services for young people across London. We want to be seen, heard, and felt - and your designs will lead the charge.
What You’ll Do For Us:
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Create bold, beautiful assets that reflect our energy and mission.
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Help us build a cohesive visual identity across platforms.
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Collaborate with our Founder and team to bring ideas to life.
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Inspire young people to get involved and attend our programmes.
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Make REMIX unforgettable.
Who We’re Looking For To Join Us:
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A designer with flair, passion, and a love for youth culture.
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Someone who can work with brand guidelines but add their own sparkle.
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Experience with digital and print design (bonus points for motion graphics!).
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A collaborator who’s excited to help a start-up charity grow.
What You’ll Gain From Volunteering With Us:
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A portfolio packed with meaningful, high-impact work.
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The chance to shape the visual identity of a youth movement.
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A community of passionate changemakers.
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The joy of knowing your designs are changing lives.
So… are you ready to remix the future?
Let’s build something bold. Let’s uplift, empower, and inspire — one design, one post, one young life at a time.
Get Involved. Shape A Future. Change Young Lives.
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Role title:
Volunteer Classroom Assistant (Online) – English, Maths, Science
Where:
Online (Zoom) / Nova New Opportunities, 2 Thorpe Close, W10 5XL
When:
Immediately, minimum commitment of 3 months.
Support 1-2 classes a week (45 minutes per class), Monday - Thursday between 16:30 and 20:30.
About Nova:
Based in North Kensington since 1983 and serving its poorest wards & those of surrounding London boroughs, Nova works with individuals from marginalised and disadvantaged communities who are looking to develop their potential and achieve a better future for themselves. Nova brings about real and lasting change in people’s lives by addressing every person as an individual and seeking out ways to best support that person to reach their goals. We endeavour to help every person that comes to us who is motivated and committed to improving his or her life.
Reaching 2,500+ people each year, we believe in improving people’s lives one person at a time, helping committed and motivated individuals to achieve their potential by:
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Developing knowledge, education and confidence
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Connecting diverse groups
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Providing opportunities
Our work, operates on 2 levels:
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Grassroots Community Support – including responsive actions (e.g. Grenfell, COVID-19), education, IAG, family programme and volunteering
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Wider Reaching Dialogue Events and Influencing – focussing on challenging stigma, prejudice and inequality – working with individuals, organisations, networks and decision makers to move through conversation to action
Purpose of role:
Support the Nova Family Programme tutors in facilitating online home school sessions.
Role Description:
This role will be to act as a teaching assistant to tutors delivering online English, maths and science classes (for young people at Key Stage 2 and 3). With the disruption of Covid-19, many families have been thrown into the unknown world of home schooling – made even more challenging when your own education isn’t up to scratch or English is your second language. We are delivering a free programme of online home school support to those who have been most negatively impacted by being out of school. Now that Schools have reopened, we will be continuing these sessions to ensure that learners do not fall behind as Schools focus on catching up on lost learning. The aim is to support children who may be falling behind with their studies and mitigating as far as possible the widening attainment gap.
You will:
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Enjoy working in a team
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Provide tutorial support
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Position yourself as a resource for learners
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Work one-on-one or with breakout groups of learners who need additional help
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Facilitate the zoom classroom as required
You need to be:
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DBS Checked
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Confident in the use of IT
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Some experience of supporting learners with Maths/ English
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Experience of working with young people
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Committed
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Competent
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Reliable
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Honest
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Punctual
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Patient
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Fair
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Open minded
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Learners may come from various cultural backgrounds and face different learning challenges. You will need to be at ease whether supervising an entire class or working one-on-one with students.
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Comfortable following Nova staff directions and working independently
Further information:
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Induction and appropriate training will be provided.
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Teaching or coaching experience would be desirable but not essential.
Main point of contact/supervisor:
Matthew Barnett
IMPORTANT: An enhanced DBS check is required for this role, and so we are unfortunately only able to accept applications from UK-based applicants or British nationals living abroad.
Creating the circumstances through which people have the opportunity to achieve their potential & improve quality of life regardless of background.




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Are you passionate about young people and ensuring everyone has equitable access to opportunities? Do you have a vibrant energy and experience to bring to our families and children? Then we could be looking for you to join our team of volunteers supportung families and young people in the North Kensington community.
As we ease out of lockdown, we are looking for volunteers to help on day trips in and around London to support families in getting back to normality again.
Trips will include anything from horse riding through to the beach, farms and Kew Gardens. This is an opportunity to help families in our community while gaining experience of working with a small, friendly and supportive charity.
Volunteers will help the group leader to accompany groups of parents/guardians and their children on a variety of cultural/fun trips, helping to make them feel welcome.
Suitable volunteers will be reliable and sociable and enjoy working with children. Volunteers must be available for day trips during school holidays, as this is when most of the trips take place.
Volunteers receive a full induction, and support from the Children and Young People Coordinator. Travel expenses on the outings and any entrance fees are covered, and some further expenses can also be claimed.
IMPORTANT: An enhanced DBS check is required for this role, and so we are unfortunately only able to accept applications from UK-based applicants or British nationals living abroad.
Creating the circumstances through which people have the opportunity to achieve their potential & improve quality of life regardless of background.




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 buzzing with excitement…
We’re launching REMIX - a brand new youth social mobility charity in London that’s here to shake things up and make a BIG impact on young people’s lives.
We Need You – Start-Up Superstars Who Believe in Remixing Futures!
In the heart of London, a movement is rising. One that says NOPE to postcode prejudice and YES PLEASE to potential. REMIX is on a mission to "remix young lives" from disadvantaged backgrounds by smashing barriers and building belief.
But before we launch into the stratosphere… we need a dream team to help us get off the ground!
Join Our Start-Up Committee and Help Us Shape, Set Up & Grow!
We’re not just building a charity - we’re building a legacy. And we need passionate, proactive volunteers to help us through our start-up phase, get registered as a charity, and prepare for liftoff.
What You’ll Do With Us:
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Help shape the strategy and soul of REMIX.
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Support with charity registration, governance, and foundational systems.
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Guide key areas like fundraising, finance, and programme development.
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Work closely with our Founder to build a strong, sustainable launchpad.
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Be a loud, proud advocate for our mission and values.
Who We’re Looking For To Join Us:
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People with skills in fundraising, finance, education, wellbeing, governance, or start-up experience.
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Changemakers who believe in social mobility and youth empowerment.
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Collaborators who love rolling up their sleeves and making things happen.
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Anyone with a fire in their belly to help build something bold and beautiful.
What You’ll Gain From Volunteering With Us:
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Start-up experience in the charity sector.
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A front-row seat to real impact.
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A meaningful legacy in the lives of young Londoners.
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A community of passionate, purpose-driven humans.
So… are you ready to remix the future?
Let’s build something bold. Let’s uplift, empower, and inspire -one decision, one programme, one young life at a time.
Get Involved. Shape A Future. Change Young Lives.
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Nova New Opportunities is an educational charity based near Ladbroke Grove. As we ease out of London, we are looking for volunteers to help on day trips in and around London to support families in getting back to normality again.
Trips will include anything from horse riding through to the beach, farms and Kew Gardens. This is an opportunity to help families from marginalised communities while gaining experience of working with a small, friendly and supportive charity.
Volunteers will help the group leader to accompany groups of parents/guardians and their children on a variety of cultural/fun trips, helping to make them feel welcome.
Suitable volunteers will be reliable and sociable and enjoy working with children. Volunteers must be available for day trips during school holidays, as this is when most of the trips take place.
Volunteers receive a full induction, and support from the Children and Young People Coordinator. Travel expenses on the outings and any entrance fees are covered, and some further expenses can also be claimed.
IMPORTANT: An enhanced DBS check is required for this role, and so we are unfortunately only able to accept applications from UK-based applicants or British nationals living abroad.
Please send your CV along with a cover letter outlining why you would like to support Nova.
Creating the circumstances through which people have the opportunity to achieve their potential & improve quality of life regardless of background.




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This organisation is scheduling interviews as applications come in. They're ready to hire as soon as they find the right person. Don't miss your opportunity, apply now!
Role Description:
This role will be to act as a teaching assistant to tutors delivering Digital Skills classes for learners 19+.
You will:
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Enjoy working in a team
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Provide tutorial support
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Position yourself as a resource for learners
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Work one-on-one or with smaller groups of learners who need additional help
You need to be:
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DBS Checked
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Confident in the use of IT
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Some experience of supporting learners with English
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Committed
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Competent
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Reliable
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Honest
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Punctual
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Patient
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Fair
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Open minded
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Learners may come from various cultural backgrounds and face different learning challenges. You will need to be at ease whether supervising an entire class or working one-on-one with students.
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Comfortable following Nova staff directions and working independently
Further information:
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Induction and appropriate training will be provided.
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Teaching or coaching experience would be desirable but not essential.
About Nova
Based in North Kensington since 1983 and serving its poorest wards and those of surrounding London boroughs, Nova works with individuals from marginalised and disadvantaged communities who are looking to develop their potential and achieve a better future for themselves. Nova brings about real and lasting change in people’s lives by addressing every person as an individual and seeking out ways to best support that person to reach their goals. We endeavour to help every person that comes to us who is motivated and committed to improving his or her life.
Reaching 2,000+ people each year, we:
• Develop knowledge, education and confidence
• Connect diverse groups
• Provide opportunities
Our work, operates on 2 levels:
• Grassroots Community Support – including responsive actions (e.g. Grenfell, COVID-19), adult education, IAG, family programme and volunteering
• Wider Reaching Dialogue Events and Influencing – focussing on challenging stigma, prejudice and inequality – working with individuals, organisations, networks and decision makers to move through conversation to action
Please submit your CV and cover letter outlining why you would like to work with us and how your knowledge and experience meets the person specification.
Shortlisted candidates will be invited to a panel interview.
Applications without a cover letter will not be considered.
We will be doing rolling recruitment for this role, so we advise that you submit an application as soon as possible. We will close the recruitment once we have found a successful candidate.
Creating the circumstances through which people have the opportunity to achieve their potential & improve quality of life regardless of background.




The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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This organisation is scheduling interviews as applications come in. They're ready to hire as soon as they find the right person. Don't miss your opportunity, apply now!
We’re buzzing with excitement…
We’re launching REMIX - a brand new youth social mobility charity in London that’s here to shake things up and make a BIG impact on young people’s lives.
We Need You – Trustees Who Believe in Remixing Futures!
In the heart of London, a movement is rising. One that says NOPE to postcode prejudice and YES PLEASE to potential. REMIX is on a mission to "remix young lives" from disadvantaged backgrounds by smashing barriers and building belief.
We’re not just building a charity - we’re building a legacy. And we need bold, brilliant, visionary Trustees to help us lead the way.
Be the Guiding Force Behind a Movement That Transforms Lives!
Are you passionate about equity, opportunity, and impact?
Got skills in fundraising, finance, education, wellbeing, or just a fire in your belly to make change happen?
Then REMIX wants YOU on our Board!
What You’ll Do In The Role:
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Help shape the strategy and soul of REMIX.
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Guide key areas like fundraising, finance, and programme development.
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Support our Founder in building sustainable, impactful systems.
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Grow our network and influence across London.
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Be a loud, proud advocate for our mission.
Who We’re Looking For To Join Us:
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Changemakers with experience in youth work, education, wellbeing, governance, or community engagement.
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People who believe in social mobility and inclusive leadership.
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Folks ready to roll up their sleeves and remix the future with us.
What You’ll Gain From Volunteering With Us:
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Strategic leadership experience.
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A front-row seat to real impact.
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A legacy that lives on in the lives of young Londoners.
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A community of passionate, purpose-driven humans.
So… are you ready to remix the future?
Let’s build something bold. Let’s uplift, empower, and inspire — one decision, one programme, one young life at a time.
Get Involved. Shape A Future. Change Young Lives.
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 Nova:
Based in North Kensington since 1983 and serving its poorest wards & those of surrounding London boroughs, Nova works with individuals from marginalised and disadvantaged communities who are looking to develop their potential and achieve a better future for themselves. Nova brings about real and lasting change in people’s lives by addressing every person as an individual and seeking out ways to best support that person to reach their goals. We endeavour to help every person that comes to us who is motivated and committed to improving his or her life.
Reaching 2,500+ people each year, we believe in improving people’s lives one person at a time, helping committed and motivated individuals to achieve their potential by:
-
Developing knowledge, education and confidence
-
Connecting diverse groups
-
Providing opportunities
Our work, operates on 2 levels:
-
Grassroots Community Support – including responsive actions (e.g. Grenfell, COVID-19), education, IAG, family programme and volunteering
-
Wider Reaching Dialogue Events and Influencing – focussing on challenging stigma, prejudice and inequality – working with individuals, organisations, networks and decision makers to move through conversation to action
Role Description:
This role will be to act as a teaching assistant to tutors delivering ESOL/ English classes for learners 19+.
You will:
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Enjoy working in a team
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Provide tutorial support
-
Position yourself as a resource for learners
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Work one-on-one or with smaller groups of learners who need additional help
You need to be:
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DBS Checked
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Confident in the use of IT
-
Some experience of supporting learners with English
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Committed
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Competent
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Reliable
-
Honest
-
Punctual
-
Patient
-
Fair
-
Open minded
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Learners may come from various cultural backgrounds and face different learning challenges. You will need to be at ease whether supervising an entire class or working one-on-one with students.
-
Comfortable following Nova staff directions and working independently
Further information:
-
Induction and appropriate training will be provided.
-
Teaching or coaching experience would be desirable but not essential.
Creating the circumstances through which people have the opportunity to achieve their potential & improve quality of life regardless of background.




The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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This organisation is scheduling interviews as applications come in. They're ready to hire as soon as they find the right person. Don't miss your opportunity, apply now!
Are you passionate about supporting people to improve their language and communication skills? Are you working towards a teaching qualification and looking to gain relevant experience?
We are looking for new ESOL volunteers to support our qualified tutors in the classroom. Volunteers play a fundamental role in our classes. All of our classes are led by paid teachers, however, they are also often supported by volunteer teaching assistants.
Whether helping to set up the classroom, supporting participants during group work or offering support and advice on local services, the contribution made by volunteers in our classrooms is vital.
Skills/ experience
- CELTA or similar qualification is desirable
- Teaching experience is desirable
In return, volunteers will have the opportunity to:
- Gain experience of English language teaching in a community setting with a friendly team
- Gain support and advice on professional development for those looking to become an ESOL teacher
Most of our classes are held face to face in West London, with some having a blended / online learning approach with Zoom.
If you are interested please send your CV and cover letter via Charity Jobs and our volunteer coordinator will get back to you. Please let us know your relevant experience, availability and why you would like to support Nova.
Please send your CV along with a cover letter outlining why you would like to support Nova.
Creating the circumstances through which people have the opportunity to achieve their potential & improve quality of life regardless of background.




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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 healthy citizens. Youth Leaders also help young people develop their confidence, teamwork skills, and 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.
Closing date for these opportunities is: 30/11/2025
To apply for this opportunity, please follow the link below:
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Chair of Trustees Role Profile
- Remuneration: This is a voluntary role. Reasonable expenses for travel may be reimbursed.
- Location: Must be available for board meetings in person in London
- Time commitment: Quarterly board meetings, annual strategy day, plus additional time for Chair duties as required
- Term: 3 years (renewable up to a maximum tenure of 9 years)
The Chair of the Board of Trustees provides leadership to the Board, ensuring it functions effectively to support and guide the charity in achieving its mission. The Chair is responsible for setting the tone for the Board’s work, promoting a strong culture of governance, and facilitating effective, inclusive decision-making. The Chair helps to steward the strategic direction of Dallaglio RugbyWorks, ensuring that the charity remains focused on its purpose, values, and long-term sustainability. The Chair also acts as a key ambassador for the organisation and helps build productive relationships both within the Board and with external stakeholders, including the charity’s founder.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead the Board in maintaining a clear and strategic focus on the charity’s mission, values and long-term goals.
- Chair quarterly board meetings, facilitating inclusive, well-informed, and effective decision-making.
- Foster a culture of accountability, collaboration, and high performance among Trustees.
- Provide a supportive and constructive relationship with the CEO, acting as a sounding board and trusted advisor.
- Ensure that the board fulfils its legal and governance responsibilities, including oversight of financial health, compliance and risk.
- Ensure robust financial oversight, including the long-term financial sustainability of the organisation, and the appropriate use of resources.
- Build and maintain a constructive and appropriate relationship with the charity’s founder, supporting their continued connection to the mission while ensuring clarity of roles and governance.
- Represent the charity externally, where appropriate, to build its profile, credibility and influence.
- Support the executive team by facilitating introductions to key contacts, influencers, and potential supporters or partners.
- Lead board development, including Trustee recruitment, succession planning, and reviews of board performance.
- Champion best practice in governance and uphold the charity’s values and reputation.
- The Chair is a member of the Nomination, Remuneration & HR Committee, with twice yearly online meetings to be attended.
General Trustee Responsibilities
As Chair, you also carry the core responsibilities of a Trustee, including:
- Ensuring that the charity complies with its governing document and all relevant legislation and regulation. Using your skills, knowledge and experience to support sound decision-making and organisational development.
- Safeguarding the assets and values of the charity, and ensuring resources are used effectively to achieve charitable purposes.
- Acting in the best interests of Dallaglio RugbyWorks at all times, exercising reasonable care and independent judgement.
- Promoting transparency, inclusivity, and integrity across the organisation.
The above list of duties is indicative only and not exhaustive. Trustees will be expected to perform all such additional duties as are reasonable commensurate with the role. The Board of Trustees is jointly and severally responsible for the overall governance and strategic direction of the charity, its financial health, the probity of its activities and developing the organisation’s aims, objectives and goals in accordance with the governing document, legal and regulatory guidelines. All Trustees, should also be aware of, and understand, their individual and collective responsibilities, and should not be overly reliant on one or more individual Trustees in any particular aspect of the governance of the charity.
Person Specification
We are seeking a strategic and inclusive leader with a deep commitment to improving outcomes for young people.
Experience
- Proven experience chairing a Board or senior committee in a charity, public body or corporate setting.
- Previous experience serving as a charity Trustee, with a strong understanding of governance and collective responsibility is highly desirable.
- A respected professional with credibility and connections in relevant sectors, able to influence and support the charity through relationships and networks.
- Strong alignment with the mission and values of Dallaglio RugbyWorks.
- Demonstrated ability to build and maintain effective relationships with Trustees, senior leaders and stakeholders.
- A track record of strategic thinking, sound judgement and independent decision making.
- Familiarity with governance frameworks and the legal duties of charity trustees.
Skills & Attributes
- A strategic and inclusive leader with strong facilitation, communication and interpersonal skills, able to build consensus and navigate complex discussions.
- Prepared to commit the time required for effective leadership, including attending quarterly Board meetings in person and supporting ad hoc responsibilities between meetings.
- Willing to use personal and professional networks to support the charity’s development, profile, and partnerships.
Supporting young people, using the power of rugby.