Volunteer volunteer roles in Ukraine

Volunteer Role: Treasurer of the Lyonic Scots Society (Remote)

4–8 hours per month • Remote • Steward the Finances of a Historic Clan‑Styled Organisation

About Us

The Lyonic Scots Society is a Scottish clan‑styled community with origins dating back to 1746, formed in the aftermath of Culloden. For nearly three centuries, our members have preserved our identity, traditions, and cultural spirit. Today, as our historic numbers naturally decline, we are entering a new era — transforming into a modern, global organisation with the ambition to grow into a worldwide micronation‑style community.

We are led by our Clan Chief, The Prince of Scots, ‘The Lyon’, supported by the Lyonic Council and Society Committee. We are now seeking a dedicated and trustworthy volunteer to serve as Treasurer of the Lyonic Scots Society.

The Role

As Treasurer, you will play a vital role in overseeing the Society’s financial responsibilities, ensuring transparency, accountability, and good governance as we expand our activities and global reach. This is a remote volunteer position requiring 4–8 hours per month, ideal for someone who values heritage, community leadership, and helping shape a unique organisation with deep historical roots.

Key Responsibilities

• Maintain accurate financial records for the Society

• Oversee budgeting, financial planning, and expenditure tracking

• Provide clear financial reports to the Chair, Vice Chair, and the Prince of Scots

• Support the committee in making informed financial decisions

• Ensure compliance with relevant charity or community‑group financial standards

• Help develop sustainable financial practices as we grow globally

• Advise on fundraising, membership fees, and long‑term financial strategy

Who We’re Looking For

You do not need Scottish ancestry — only integrity, reliability, and a willingness to support our mission. We welcome volunteers from all backgrounds, especially those who are:

• Experienced in bookkeeping, finance, accounting, or charity treasury roles

• Organised, detail‑focused, and confident with numbers

• Comfortable working remotely and communicating clearly

• Interested in Scottish culture, clans, or heritage

• Motivated by helping a historic community grow into a global movement

Experience with charity or community‑group finances is helpful but not essential if you have relevant transferable skills.

Why Join Us?

• Play a key role in safeguarding and supporting a Society with nearly 280 years of heritage

• Help guide our transformation into a global micronation‑style community

• Gain meaningful experience in charity finance and governance

• Work alongside passionate volunteers and heritage enthusiasts

• Contribute to preserving and reviving a community born in one of Scotland’s most significant historical moments

Time Commitment

4–8 hours per month, flexible, remote. Meetings are held online.

How to Apply

If you feel inspired to support the financial stewardship of The Lyonic Scots Society and help shape our next chapter, we would love to hear from you. Please apply through CharityJob with a brief statement outlining your interest and relevant experience.

Volunteer Role: Vice Chair of the Lyonic Scots Society (Remote)

4–8 hours per month • Remote • Support the Leadership of a Historic Clan‑Styled Organisation

About Us

The Lyonic Scots Society is a Scottish clan‑styled community with origins dating back to 1746, formed in the aftermath of Culloden. For nearly three centuries, our members have preserved our identity, traditions, and cultural spirit. Today, as our historic numbers naturally decline, we are entering a new era — transforming into a modern, global organisation with the ambition to grow into a worldwide micronation‑style community.

We are led by our Clan Chief, The Prince of Scots, ‘The Lyon’, supported by the Lyonic Council and Society Committee. We are now seeking a dedicated and capable volunteer to serve as Vice Chair of the Lyonic Scots Society.

The Role

As Vice Chair, you will play a key leadership role in supporting the Chair and the Prince of Scots in guiding the Society’s development, governance, and cultural direction. This is a remote volunteer position requiring 4–8 hours per month, ideal for someone who values heritage, community leadership, and helping shape a unique organisation with deep historical roots.

Key Responsibilities

• Support the Chair in leading Society Committee meetings and organisational planning

• Step in to chair meetings when required

• Work closely with the Prince of Scots and Lyonic Council on strategic initiatives

• Assist in shaping the Society’s clan‑styled structure, culture, and long‑term vision

• Help coordinate committee workstreams and volunteer engagement

• Contribute to governance, policy development, and community growth

• Represent the Society in discussions or public‑facing roles when appropriate

Who We’re Looking For

You do not need Scottish ancestry — only commitment, reliability, and a willingness to lead. We welcome volunteers from all backgrounds, especially those who are:

• Experienced in leadership, governance, or committee work

• Interested in Scottish culture, clans, or heritage

• Organised, confident, and collaborative

• Comfortable working remotely

• Motivated by helping a historic community grow into a global movement

Experience in charity governance, community organisations, or cultural groups is helpful but not essential.

Why Join Us?

• Play a central leadership role in a Society with nearly 280 years of heritage

• Help guide our transformation into a global micronation‑style community

• Gain meaningful experience in governance and cultural leadership

• Work alongside passionate volunteers and heritage enthusiasts

• Contribute to preserving and reviving a community born in one of Scotland’s most significant historical moments

Time Commitment

4–8 hours per month, flexible, remote. Meetings are held online.

How to Apply

If you feel inspired to support the leadership of The Lyonic Scots Society and help shape our next chapter, we would love to hear from you. Please apply through CharityJob with a brief statement outlining your interest and relevant experience.

Volunteer Role: Chair of the Lyonic Scots Society (Remote)

4–8 hours per month • Remote • Lead a Historic Clan‑Styled Organisation

About Us

The Lyonic Scots Society is a long‑standing Scottish clan‑styled community with origins dating back to 1746, formed in the aftermath of Culloden. For nearly three centuries, our members have preserved our traditions, identity, and cultural spirit. Today, as our historic numbers naturally decline, we are entering a new era — transforming into a modern, global organisation with the ambition to grow into a worldwide micronation‑style community.

We are guided by our Clan Chief, The Prince of Scots, ‘The Lyon’, and supported by a dedicated council and society committee. We are now seeking a committed, visionary volunteer to serve as Chair of the Lyonic Scots Society.

The Role

As Chair, you will play a central leadership role in shaping the future of our Society. You will guide committee activity, support the Prince of Scots in organisational development, and help steer our transition into a global community. This is a remote volunteer role requiring 4–8 hours per month, ideal for someone who values heritage, governance, and community leadership.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and chair Society Committee meetings

• Work closely with the Prince of Scots and Lyonic Council on strategic direction

• Support the development of our clan‑styled structure and cultural initiatives

• Oversee committee workstreams and ensure smooth coordination

• Help shape policies, governance, and long‑term planning

• Represent the Society in meetings, discussions, and public‑facing communications (where appropriate)

• Encourage volunteer engagement and help grow our global membership

Who We’re Looking For

You do not need Scottish ancestry — only passion, reliability, and a willingness to lead. We welcome applicants from all backgrounds, especially those who are:

• Experienced in leadership, chairing meetings, or committee governance

• Interested in Scottish culture, clans, or heritage

• Confident, organised, and collaborative

• Comfortable working remotely

• Motivated by helping a historic community grow into a global movement

Experience in charity governance, community organisations, or cultural groups is beneficial but not essential.

Why Join Us?

• Lead a Society with nearly 280 years of heritage

• Play a defining role in shaping our future as we grow globally

• Gain leadership and governance experience in a unique cultural organisation

• Work alongside passionate volunteers and heritage enthusiasts

• Help preserve and revive a community born in one of Scotland’s most significant historical moments

Time Commitment

4–8 hours per month, flexible, remote. Meetings are held online.

How to Apply

If you feel called to lead and help guide the next chapter of The Lyonic Scots Society, we would love to hear from you. Please apply through CharityJob with a brief statement outlining your interest and relevant experience.

Volunteer Role: Lyonic Scots Society Committee Member (Remote)

4–8 hours per month • Remote • Historic Clan‑Styled Organisation

About Us

The Lyonic Scots are a long‑standing Scottish community with roots stretching back to 1746, formed in the aftermath of Culloden. Today, we are transforming our historic society into a modern, global, clan‑styled organisation — guided by our Clan Chief, The Prince of Scots, ‘The Lyon’.

As our numbers have naturally declined over generations, we are now seeking passionate volunteers from across the UK and around the world to help us grow, strengthen our identity, and shape our future as an emerging micronation‑style community.

The Role

We are recruiting Lyonic Scots Society Committee Members to support the development, governance, and cultural direction of our organisation. This is a remote volunteer role requiring 4–8 hours per month, ideal for someone who enjoys heritage, community‑building, and contributing to something meaningful and unique.

What You’ll Do

• Contribute to committee meetings and decision‑making

• Help shape the structure, culture, and future of our clan‑styled society

• Support the Prince of Scots and the Lyonic Council with organisational tasks

• Assist with planning community initiatives, heritage projects, and global outreach

• Bring fresh ideas to help us grow our membership and international presence

• Promote our values, history, and mission to new audiences

Who We’re Looking For

You don’t need Scottish heritage — just passion, reliability, and a willingness to help. We welcome volunteers from all backgrounds, especially those who are:

• Community‑minded and collaborative

• Interested in Scottish culture, clans, or history

• Organised and proactive

• Comfortable working remotely

• Creative thinkers who enjoy shaping new ideas

Experience in charity committees, community groups, or heritage organisations is helpful but not essential.

Why Join Us?

• Be part of a unique organisation with nearly 280 years of history

• Help revive and grow a community with global ambitions

• Gain experience in governance, heritage work, and community leadership

• Connect with like‑minded people across the world

• Play a meaningful role in shaping a modern micronation‑style society

Time Commitment

4–8 hours per month, flexible, remote. Meetings are held online.

How to Apply

If you’re ready to help shape the next chapter of The Lyonic Scots, we’d love to hear from you. Apply through CharityJob with a short statement about why you’d like to join our committee.

Bright Connections exists to end social isolation for disabled people by creating spaces where friendships can grow, confidence can flourish, and every person feels seen, valued, and connected. We bring people together through joyful activities, shared experiences, and a community built on belonging, because together, we shine brighter.

Our story began with one simple truth: no one should feel alone.

Inspired by a sister whose world had become small, isolated, and painfully quiet, Bright Connections was created to bring light back into the lives of disabled people who often feel forgotten. Many rely on others for daily care, yet still lack the one thing every human needs: friendship.

What started as one family’s determination to bring joy and connection to a loved one has grown into a movement, a movement that believes friendship is a human right, that joy should be accessible, and that community can transform lives.

We are now looking for a dynamic Marketing & Communications Lead to help us share that message with warmth, creativity, and impact.

What You’ll Lead

• Developing a fun, vibrant, empowering brand personality that reflects our joyful mission.

• Creating engaging content across social media, newsletters, and our website.

• Building a communications strategy that grows awareness, trust, and excitement.

• Designing campaigns that celebrate disabled people, amplify lived experience, and inspire community involvement.

• Crafting stories that show the power of friendship, connection, and belonging.

• Supporting the development of a consistent visual and verbal identity alongside our design volunteers.

• Helping shape the public voice of Bright Connections from the very beginning.

What We’re Looking For

• A passion for our mission and a belief in inclusive, joyful community spaces.

• Experience in marketing, communications, social media, or storytelling.

• Someone who can create a tone that feels positive, warm, empowering, and full of life.

• Strong collaboration and team‑working skills.

• A growth mindset and willingness to experiment, learn, and adapt.

• Confidence to network, advocate, and help raise the profile of Bright Connections.

• Ability to work independently in a remote, flexible environment.

What You’ll Bring

• Creative ideas that help us stand out and spread joy.

• A strategic approach to building awareness and engagement.

• A commitment to inclusive, accessible communication.

• Energy, enthusiasm, and a love of storytelling.

• An understanding of how to build a brand that feels human, warm, and community‑centred.

What You’ll Gain

• The chance to shape the public identity of a new charity from day one.

• A meaningful portfolio of purpose‑driven campaigns and content.

• Experience in charity communications, brand development, and strategic messaging.

• A supportive team who values creativity, collaboration, and heart.

• The knowledge that your work will help people feel seen, valued, and connected.

If you’re excited by the idea of creating a bold, joyful, empowering brand that changes lives, we’d love to hear from you.

Bright Connections is a start‑up project on a mission to end social isolation for disabled people by creating spaces where friendships can grow, confidence can flourish, and every person feels seen, valued, and connected. We bring people together through joyful activities, shared experiences, and a community built on belonging — because together, we shine brighter.

Bright Connections began with one simple truth: no one should feel alone.

Inspired by a sister whose world had become small, isolated, and painfully quiet, Bright Connections was created to bring light back into the lives of disabled people who often feel forgotten. Many rely on others for daily care, yet still lack the one thing every human needs: friendship.

What started as one family’s determination to bring joy and connection to a loved one has grown into a movement, a movement that believes friendship is a human right, that joy should be accessible, and that community can transform lives.

Bright Connections is more than a charity. It’s a place where people meet, laugh, share, belong, and shine brighter together.

We are at the very beginning of our journey, and we’re looking for a talented Graphic Designer to help us bring our identity to life.

What You’ll Create

• A logo that captures our spirit: joyful, warm, inclusive, and full of light.

• A vibrant brand identity that feels positive, empowering, and welcoming to disabled people and their families.

• A simple brand toolkit (colours, typography, visual style) that we can use across our website, social media, and printed materials.

• Visual assets that help us communicate our mission with clarity, warmth, and impact.

What We’re Looking For

• Experience in graphic design, branding, or visual communication.

• Someone who can translate emotion and mission into a cohesive visual identity.

• A designer who enjoys collaboration and is excited by a blank canvas.

• A passion for social impact and inclusive design.

• Ability to work independently in a remote, flexible environment.

What You’ll Gain

• The chance to shape the entire visual identity of a new charity from day one.

• A meaningful portfolio piece rooted in purpose, storytelling, and community impact.

• Experience collaborating with founders and early volunteers.

• The knowledge that your creativity will help people feel seen, valued, and connected.

If you’re excited by the idea of building something beautiful and meaningful from the ground up, we’d love to hear from you.

Bright Connections is a start-up project that exists to end social isolation for disabled people by creating spaces where friendships can grow, confidence can flourish, and every person feels seen, valued, and connected. We bring people together through joyful activities, shared experiences, and a community built on belonging, because together, we shine brighter.

Bright Connections began with one simple truth: no one should feel alone.

Inspired by a sister whose world had become small, isolated, and painfully quiet, Bright Connections was created to bring light back into the lives of disabled people who often feel forgotten. Many rely on others for daily care, yet still lack the one thing every human needs..... friendship!

What started as one family’s determination to bring joy and connection to a loved one has grown into a movement. A movement that believes friendship is a human right. That joy should be accessible. That community can save lives.

Bright Connections is more than a charity. It’s a place where people meet, laugh, share, belong, and shine brighter together.

We are at the very beginning of our journey, and we’re looking for a skilled, proactive Project Manager to lead the full set‑up of our organisation, from concept, to charity registration, and to launch.

What you’ll lead

• Developing a clear, structured project plan that takes Bright Connections from idea to fully operational charity.

• Coordinating all start‑up activities, including governance, policies, compliance, and stakeholder engagement.

• Managing timelines, risks, and priorities to ensure smooth progress toward charity registration and launch.

• Working closely with founders and early volunteers to build processes, structure, and momentum.

• Supporting the creation of documentation required for the Charity Commission and other regulatory bodies.

What we’re looking for

• Experience in project management, ideally within start‑ups, charities, or early‑stage organisations.

• Someone who thrives in a blank‑canvas environment and enjoys building systems from scratch.

• Strong organisational and communication skills, with the confidence to lead and guide others.

• A collaborative, mission‑driven mindset and the ability to work independently in a remote setting.

What you’ll gain

• A chance to shape a charity from day one and leave a lasting legacy.

• Experience in charity development, governance, and strategic planning.

• A supportive, passionate team committed to making a real difference.

If you’re excited by the idea of building something meaningful from the ground up, we’d love to hear from you.

According to the UNESCO Institute of Statistics, in parts of sub-Saharan Africa, only 62% of primary school teachers have the minimum teaching qualifications.

In 2023, only 9% of young people in lower secondary education in Zambia reached the minimum level of proficiency in reading. Lifelong learning opportunities and economic growth are being stunted. 

All children deserve a quality education from a transformative and supportive teacher. The Commonwealth Education Trust (CET) invests in teachers in low- and middle-income settings by providing accessible teacher professional development including via its flagship programme, Teach2030. 

The Role 

To aid the growth of CET, 2 exciting Social Media Volunteer opportunities has been introduced to take responsibilty for posting on the charity’s social media channels. These roles will report to the Marketing Lead.

One role will be responsible for CET channels and one role responsible for our Teach2030 channels. We'd like to improve engagement and follower growth and would love some support in creating quality posts for our channels. 

What you’ll do 

• Using our content library and Canva to produce creative, create and schedule posts, stories, and reels across Facebook, Instagram, Tik Tok and LinkedIn - with a focus on quality over quantity.

• Monitor performance and provide top-line feedback and actions to Marketing Lead monthly 

What we’re looking for 

You might be a marketing professional looking to support a charitable cause or simply a social media savvy individual who wants to put their skills in practice. 

• Passionate about social media

• Working knowledge of social media platforms and trends 

• Proficiency with a graphic design tool such as Canva

• Reliability and organisation 

• Able to work independently and carry out tasks remotely 

• Ability to commit regular time to ensure social media accounts are active and engaging 

We are looking for a creative and reliable volunteer to join our Social Media Team, helping us share our work and increase awareness through engaging content.

This role focuses on creating Reels and social media content using Canva and instagram editor tools using existing charity materials. You don’t need to be an expert, however some experience and knowldege of social media communications is ideal. Guidance will be given as you develop your skills.

Working Style

You’ll be joining a small, friendly and active team. Content is planned in advance, with a relaxed monthly Zoom catch-up for planning and ongoing communication via WhatsApp for day-to-day support.

Key Responsibilities

• Create engaging Reels and posts using Canva (Charity account access provided)

• Use existing photos, videos, and content provided by the charity

• Share adoption posts accross facebook and other platforms to help our dogs find homes

• Help maintain consistency across our channels

• Use Google Drive to access and organise content

Skills & Experience

• Some experience with Canva (basic level is fine)

• Familiarity with social media platforms (Instagram, Facebook)

• Comfortable using (or quick to learn) Google Drive

• Creative eye for simple, engaging content

• Good organisation and ability to work independently is essential

Who We’re Looking For

• Passionate about animal welfare

• Reliable and consistent in completing agreed tasks

• Clear about what they can commit to each month - and follow through

• Able to manage their time and work independently

Time Commitment

Flexible - whether you can offer a few hours a week or a few hours a month, we ask that you commit to what you can realistically deliver and complete tasks in a timely manner.

What You’ll Gain

• Hands-on experience in social media content creation for a charity

• The opportunity to build your portfolio (Reels, posts, campaigns)

• Being part of a passionate, supportive team

• Making a real impact on the lives of rescue animals

Plateful Café works to relieve poverty and isolation amongst refugees, asylum seekers and ethnic minorities in Lewisham. Our commitment is to reach the most vulnerable people in our community and open a pathway to employment for people who have asylum here. Refugees will benefit from workshops, training skills and knowledge relevant for the catering industry. Plateful Cafe are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all volunteers and team members. We are an equal opportunities provider and actively encourage applications from people with a refugee background.

What will the role involve?

• Looking for partnership opportunities with the private sector.
• Assisting with the development and ongoing work of Businesses Fundraising Action Group.
• Assisting in planning fundraising strategies with local businesses.
• Reporting on businesses partnerships and recent developments at Plateful Café.
• Working in partnership with the Plateful Café fundraising team.

Essential:

• Excellent communication skills.
• Experience of working with corporates.
• Expertise in new project creation and developing business links.

Desirable:

• Previous experience in fundraising and/or marketing.

What difference will you make?

• Helping to establish a new Business support group and a sustainable long-term funding structure.
• Developing and maintaining a funding mix, not relying on only one stream of funding.
• Helping local refugees find employment and enter the workforce much sooner than they otherwise might.

Are you driven by purpose over profit, and motivated to use words responsibly to shape public understanding?

Tell My Truth and Shame the Devil C.I.C. is seeking a Founding Volunteer Creative Copywriter / Campaign Storyteller to help define how our movement speaks — with clarity, courage, and care.

This is not a commercial copywriting role.

It is a truth-led storytelling role.

Our C.I.C. exists to confront and expose the realities of childhood sexual abuse (CSA), centre survivor truth and accountability, support young people into economic empowerment, and build community-owned, open-source systems that serve people rather than capital.

We are:

• Values-led
• Anti-capitalist
• Community-driven
• Decentralised by design

We are not here to produce promotional content for clicks alone. We are here to communicate truth responsibly — building trust, inviting participation, and ensuring survivor-centred work is represented with dignity and purpose.

This role offers the opportunity to shape how a movement speaks in public spaces.

About the Role

As our Founding Creative Copywriter / Campaign Storyteller, you will craft clear, compelling, and ethically grounded written content to support digital campaigns, fundraising initiatives, and community engagement during our build and early growth phase.

You will not inherit a finished brand voice or messaging system.

You will help shape and define it.

Your work will translate complex and sensitive issues into accessible, responsible communication. You will help move people toward meaningful action — not passive consumption — while ensuring that every piece of content reflects safeguarding commitments and cultural integrity.

This role blends creativity with strategic thinking. You must be comfortable writing across multiple formats, collaborating with campaign teams, and refining messaging based on feedback and insight.

Experience Qualification and Requirements

Essential / Highly Valued Experience

• Strong writing skills for digital audiences across multiple formats.
• Demonstrable experience in copywriting, storytelling, or campaign messaging.
• Ability to write about serious and sensitive topics without sensationalism or harm.
• Understanding of how language influences trust, behaviour, and decision-making.
• Experience producing written content across platforms.
• Ability to adapt tone and messaging for different audiences and channels.
• Willingness to work within trauma-informed, safeguarding, and ethical communication frameworks.
• Ability to collaborate with designers, analysts, and campaign leads.
• Confidence receiving and applying feedback.
• Equivalent professional or voluntary experience accepted.

Desirable / Can Be Developed

• Experience working in non-profit, CIC, or community-led organisations.
• Experience supporting fundraising or awareness campaigns.
• Familiarity with retention, lifecycle, or supporter journey design.
• Experience working in safeguarding-led environments.
• Ability to adjust storytelling strategy based on performance data and feedback.

Qualifications

Formal qualifications are not required.

Equivalent practical experience in creative copywriting or campaign storytelling is highly valued.

Main Responsibilities / Key Duties

• Design, develop, and deliver written and narrative content for digital campaigns during the build and early growth phase.
• Create campaign copy across platforms, including social media, website pages, and email campaigns.
• Develop core messaging frameworks for fundraising, awareness, and engagement campaigns.
• Shape story-led approaches that centre survivor dignity, accuracy, and consent.
• Produce scripts, story outlines, and narrative structures for:
  • Video content
  • Audio or podcast material
  • Multimedia campaigns
• Adapt messaging for different audiences, platforms, and campaign objectives.
• Work closely with designers, analysts, and campaign leads to align story with strategy.
• Ensure all written content aligns with safeguarding policies, ethical standards, and tone guidelines.
• Maintain consistency of voice and language across digital marketing outputs.
• Contribute creative ideas for campaigns, themes, and story-driven initiatives.
• Review and refine copy based on performance insights, feedback, and learning.
• Support campaign testing and iteration through evidence-informed storytelling.
• Flag potential safeguarding, reputational, or ethical risks within content.
• Help define and document the C.I.C.’s written voice and storytelling principles.
• Support the development of scalable, sustainable content practices not dependent on single individuals.

What You Gain

• Founding-level experience in creative copywriting and campaign storytelling.
• Strategic exposure to values-led communications and safeguarding-centred messaging.
• Leadership insight into managing sensitive information responsibly.
• Direct contribution to C.I.C. sustainability and long-term impact.
• Opportunity to help define the voice of a survivor-led movement.
• Priority consideration for future paid roles as the C.I.C. scales.

This Role Is Not Suitable If You:

• Prefer low-responsibility volunteer work.
• Prefer writing purely promotional or commercial content.
• Are seeking short-term portfolio pieces without commitment.
• Are uncomfortable engaging with difficult or emotional subject matter.
• Prefer working without collaboration, feedback, or safeguarding frameworks.

Job Description

We are looking for a Volunteer Paid Ads & Media Buyer to plan and manage ethical paid digital campaigns that support fundraising, volunteer recruitment, and public awareness.

You will work with the Digital Marketing Director and Marketing team to create ads that reach the right audiences while upholding trauma-informed, safeguarding, and ethical standards.

This role focuses on campaign planning, optimisation, and impact measurement rather than commercial metrics.

Key Responsibilities

• Plan and manage paid digital campaigns across social media, search, and display platforms
• Create and optimise campaigns to support fundraising, volunteering, and public education
• Collaborate with designers and copywriters to produce ethical and compelling ad creatives
• Test and analyse audiences, messaging, and creatives to improve performance
• Track campaign metrics such as reach, conversions, and cost per action
• Ensure campaigns comply with safeguarding, data protection, and platform policies
• Document processes for transparency and learning
• Work with analysts and campaign teams to report on results and insights

What We’re Looking For

• Experience or interest in paid digital advertising and campaign management
• Familiarity with platforms such as Meta Ads, Google Ads, or similar
• Ability to manage budgets and optimise campaigns responsibly
• Understanding of performance metrics, testing, and reporting
• Comfort working with sensitive subject matter
• Experience in nonprofit or social impact campaigns is helpful but not required

What You’ll Gain

• Founding experience managing paid campaigns for a social impact organisation
• Leadership exposure in ethical advertising and campaign strategy
• Opportunity to influence how resources are used for outreach and engagement
• Hands-on experience working across creative, analytics, and campaign teams
• Priority consideration for future paid roles when funding becomes available

Action Tutoring is a national education charity that offers free maths and English tutoring to pupils facing disadvantage. 

By volunteering as a tutor at a local school or online, you'll be supporting children to build their confidence and help ensure they leave school with the grades needed to build a bright future.

What will I be doing?

• Tutoring 1-3 pupils in Year 5 or 6, or Year 7, 10 or 11.

• Commit to one hour a week, for up to 20 weeks. You choose the day and time to sign up to.

• Use our tutor workbooks to guide your pupils through activities that will boost their confidence and grades.

What you'll gain:

• Receive induction training, tutor workbooks and ongoing support.

• Develop skills like communication, leadership, and problem-solving.

• Meet like-minded people in our volunteer community.

• Travel expense reimbursement (up to £5 per session).

• Free DBS check.

This volunteer role is perfect for you if you:

• Are passionate about making a difference and helping young people succeed, particularly those facing disadvantage.

• Seek valuable experience working with children and are eager to hone essential skills such as communication, mentorship, and leadership – all highly valued in any career path.

• Have a busy schedule but are keen to contribute to your community, as this flexible role requires just one hour a week, either in-person or conveniently online.

We look for volunteers with:

• Solid subject knowledge in the area they wish to tutor, which may be demonstrated by a degree or grade B at A-level qualification (or equivalent) or relevant experience.

• The ability to explain concepts clearly and patiently.

• A commitment to supporting pupils’ academic progress.

We recognise that valuable experience can be gained through diverse routes, so if your qualifications differ from those mentioned - we still encourage you to apply! Please highlight any relevant experience or skills in your application.

We welcome applications from volunteers across England, Wales, Scotland, and Northern Ireland. (Please note: this is a volunteer, unpaid position.)

Our volunteers say:

" The Action Tutoring team has been fabulous in their support: timely updates, always available, closely following progress, and ready to intervene where needed, very professional indeed!"

"Volunteering is very rewarding. I would say the skills that one develops from teaching the pupils are transferable to any walk of life and make you a better person. I would highly recommend it."

Shooting Star Children’s Hospices is seeking an experienced and dedicated academic with a strong interest in paediatric palliative care, or related field to join our Research Governance Committee as a Volunteer Academic Member. This is an excellent opportunity to contribute to the strategic development of research at a research active children’s hospice, to ensure that our research activities meet the highest standards of integrity, ethics and governance. 

You will work with the Committee Chair, the Research Fellow, and other committee members to support research that makes a meaningful difference to children with life-limiting conditions and their families as well as bereaved families, including those where a child died unexpectedly. 

Appointment to the Committee will be subject to confirmation by the Shooting Star Children’s Hospices Trustee Board.

Duties and key responsibilities

· Participate in quarterly meetings: Attend and contribute to online committee meetings held four times per year (papers and slide deck will be prepared by the Chair). 

· Review research proposals: Provide expert review of project proposals, contributing to the assurance of ethical and governance standards. 

· Support research oversight: Help ensure that all research complies with regulatory and ethical requirements and reflects best practices. 

· Contribute academic expertise: Share your knowledge and experience to strengthen the quality and impact of the charity’s research portfolio. 

· Promote collaboration: Encourage partnerships between Shooting Star Children’s Hospices and wider academic, clinical, and research communities. 

· Champion good governance: Actively promote equity, transparency, and excellence in research oversight. 

Essential skills and experience

· Proven experience in academic research, research governance, and research ethics. 

· Strong academic background in higher education, and health or social care research. 

· In-depth understanding of research compliance frameworks (e.g., GDPR, HRA, UKRIO, Caldicott Guidelines, or equivalent). 

· Ability to evaluate research proposals and provide constructive feedback. 

· Excellent communication and collaboration skills. 

· Confidence using virtual meeting platforms and digital collaboration tools. 

Desirable attributes

• Academic research background with a track record of publications in the area of paediatric palliative care or related field.

• Previous experience serving on or chairing a research committee or governance board.

• Commitment to promoting equity, diversity, and inclusion in research.

Commitment

• Quarterly committee meetings (Approximately 1 hour per meeting).

• Reviewing project proposals (Approximately 1 hour per month).

• Email communication and ad hoc queries (Approximately 1 hour per month).

• 2–3 years in the role would be appreciated for both parties to gain the most out of this experience.

• This is a voluntary role. Reasonable expenses related to attendance and participation will be reimbursed.