Charity volunteer roles

JOB PURPOSE:

To support the Finance & Accounting Team by accurately tracking donations and financial transactions, maintaining clear and auditable records, and assisting with routine reconciliations, ensuring transparency, accountability, and timely financial information to support ethical decision-making within the CIC.

About the role:

The Volunteer Finance Associate supports the Finance & Accounting Team by accurately tracking donations and financial transactions, maintaining clean and auditable financial records, and assisting with routine reconciliations. This role is essential in ensuring transparency, accountability, and timely financial information to support ethical decision-making within the CIC.

Experience Qualification and Requirements

Essential Technical Competencies

• Practical experience supporting finance or accounting processes at organisational level.
• Experience recording, tracking, and reconciling financial transactions or donations.
• Familiarity with accounting software such as:
  • Xero
  • QuickBooks
  • Sage
  • or equivalent finance systems
• Ability to maintain accurate, audit-ready financial records and documentation.
• Working knowledge of basic accounting principles and financial controls.
• Strong numerical accuracy and attention to detail.
• Ability to escalate discrepancies or irregularities clearly and promptly.
• Understanding of confidentiality, ethical finance handling, and data integrity.
• Ability to manage multiple finance tasks while meeting internal deadlines.
• Equivalent professional or voluntary experience accepted.

Desirable Competencies

• Experience working within non-profit, CIC, charity, or community-based organisations.
• Exposure to donation platforms, fundraising tools, or payment processors.
• Experience supporting finance teams in volunteer-led or resource-constrained environments.
• Familiarity with financial reporting for internal or governance purposes.
• Awareness of compliance, audit, or internal controls in small organisations.

Qualifications

• Formal qualifications: Not strictly required.
• Education background: Accounting, Finance, Economics, Business, or related field preferred.
• Professional experience: Equivalent practical or voluntary experience accepted.
• Finance, ethics, or data protection training: Required once in post (training can be provided).

Main Responsibilities/ Key Duties

• Record and track all donations received through approved fundraising and payment platforms in a timely and accurate manner.
• Assist with the reconciliation of donation records against bank statements and payment processor reports.
• Support the maintenance of accurate financial data within accounting software such as Xero, QuickBooks, Sage, or equivalent systems.
• Prepare basic financial summaries, donation breakdowns, and internal reports for review by the Lead Financial Accountant.
• Assist with filing, document management, and maintaining audit-ready financial records in line with CIC policies.
• Ensure financial records are complete, clearly labelled, and stored in accordance with internal retention and compliance standards.
• Escalate discrepancies, missing information, or irregular transactions promptly and clearly to the Lead Financial Accountant.
• Adhere strictly to the CIC’s financial policies, ethical standards, and confidentiality requirements at all times.
• Support ad-hoc finance tasks as required to assist with month-end or internal reporting processes.

You must:

• Be aligned with the CIC’s mission, values, and ethical, anti-capitalist stance.
• Be willing to commit at a founding level during the unpaid build phase of the organisation.
• Be comfortable working with evolving or incomplete financial systems and helping to build structure, clarity, and good practice.
• Be able to work responsibly with sensitive financial and donor data.
• Be comfortable collaborating across multiple teams, including Finance, Operations, Fundraising, and Leadership.
• Be able to follow guidance, policies, and controls while also exercising sound judgement.

You should bring experience in some of the following:

• Supporting finance, accounting, or data processes within small organisations or teams.
• Donation tracking, income recording, or financial data management.
• Working with accounting software, spreadsheets, or structured financial systems.
• Reconciliation, data checking, or basic internal reporting.
• Maintaining accurate records in low-resource or volunteer-led environments.
• Working with limited budgets in non-profit, CIC, or purpose-led settings.

Formal qualifications are not strictly required, but relevant education is desirable.
Essential equivalent practical or voluntary experience is mandatory.

Next Steps

Shortlisted applicants will be invited to:

• A values-led conversation focused on ethics, accountability, and mission alignment.
• A practical discussion around financial processes, data accuracy, and working within evolving systems.

If you believe that transparent, well-managed finances are essential to trust, safeguarding, and long-term impact, this role is for you.

A Final Word

Transparency is power and responsibility.

If you know that:

• Financial integrity builds public trust
• Data accuracy protects communities and donors
• Accountability matters more than scale

Then your contribution here will matter.

Join a high-performing and forward-looking governing board to play a vital role in shaping the future direction of Farnborough College of Technology.

Applications close: 9 a.m. Monday 2nd March 2026

Location: Farnborough, Hampshire

About Farnborough College of Technology

Based in Hampshire, Farnborough College of Technology (FCoT) focuses on providing industry-relevant education and training for school leavers and adults, aiming to equip them with skills for employment through A Levels, T Levels, Apprenticeships, Degrees and vocational courses.

With a key emphasis and commitment to student success, community engagement and technical excellence, the College matches modern facilities, high-quality education and experienced staff to prepare all learners for their future careers, supporting local industry needs, which aligns with employer demands and supports local economic growth.

Farnborough College of Technology is recognised for its empowering outcomes, dynamic training facilities and industry-experienced teachers, offering a wide range of courses for both school leavers and adults.

Farnborough College of Technology is more than just an educational institution; it’s a place where creativity, innovation and career growth flourish. With an aim to make an impact, inspire and develop the next generation of professionals, equipping them with the skills they need to thrive in their careers. It’s a place that excels in creating the best learning environments, delivering the highest quality of education and work experiences.

About the role

This is an exciting opportunity to join a high-performing and forward-looking governing board and to play a vital role in shaping the future direction of Farnborough College of Technology.

As a Governor, you will help guide the College during a period of growth and momentum, supporting our ambition to deliver outstanding, relevant and impactful education for students across our local and wider communities.

As a collective, the governing board is responsible for overseeing the quality of the services the College provides to students and the local community. This includes approving and monitoring the College’s annual budget and ensuring strong governance, accountability and strategic direction.

Our Board brings together people from a wide range of professional backgrounds, offering valuable industry, sector and specialist expertise. New Governors are expected to become members of the governing board and to serve on at least one committee, aligned with their skills, experience and interests.

In addition to attending scheduled meetings throughout the year, Governors are encouraged to engage fully with the College. This includes opportunities to work alongside senior leaders, visit our campuses and meet students, apprentices and staff across different departments, helping Governors gain first-hand insight into the College community.

Who we are looking for

Farnborough College of Technology is seeking Governors who are passionate about education and motivated to support our continued success for the benefit of students, employers and the wider community.

We are particularly interested in applications from experienced financial professionals, including individuals with strong technical accounting knowledge and the ability to oversee financial performance and ensure long-term financial sustainability. Candidates may come from a variety of sectors, including education, the public sector, charities, or corporate organisations.

Above all, we are looking for individuals who share our mission and values, are enthusiastic about Farnborough College of Technology and are committed to making a meaningful contribution to our future.

Peridot Partners and Farnborough College of Technology are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people, and our client expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. The successful candidate will be subject to an enhanced DBS check and satisfactory references before any final offer can be made.

Please click 'Redirect to recruiter’ to be redirected to the Peridot Partners website, where you can find full details of the candidate profile and register your interest to apply.

Applications for this role close at 9 a.m. Monday 2nd March 2026.

At PSS, everything starts with people. We work alongside individuals, families and communities to create support shaped by real lives and real voices. Our mission is simple: to help create lives beyond limits, where everyone has choice, control and a genuine sense of belonging.

And we're looking for up to four new Trustees to join our brilliant Board as we move into an exciting new chapter. With a new Chief Executive, a fresh strategic plan for 2026–2030 and lots of ambition, now is a fantastic time to get involved.

Who we’re looking for

You don’t need previous board experience to apply. What matters most to us is who you are, what you care about and the perspective you bring.

We’d especially love to hear from people with experience in:

• Finance and audit
• Social care
• Commercial or market awareness
• Lived experience of services like ours

Above all, we’re looking for people who share our values – big-hearted, open-minded, genuine, professional and determined – and who believe in social justice, equity and inclusion.

What being a Trustee involves

As a Trustee, you’ll help shape the future of PSS by:

• Sitting on our Board and one of our sub-committees
• Helping guide our strategy and decision-making
• Making sure we’re safe, sustainable and true to our values
• Working in partnership with our teammates and the people we support

The time commitment is around one day a month, plus four Board meetings a year and two away days.

Why join us?

Being a Trustee at PSS is rewarding, meaningful and genuinely enjoyable. You’ll:

• Be part of a warm, supportive and values-led organisation
• Learn new skills and gain board-level experience
• Meet inspiring people from a wide range of backgrounds
• Do something you can be really proud of

Ready to find out more?

If this sounds like you (or someone you know), we’d love to hear from you.

Tall Roots is supporting us to recruit our new Trustees. Applications should be made via Tall Roots (click 'Redirect to Recruiter' to navigate to their website) and include a CV and covering letter that tells us why you want to join our Board and what you would want to bring to PSS as a Trustee.

The full candidate brief is available on Tall Roots' website, where you can you can also watch a short video to hear more about what it means to be part of PSS from some of the amazing people we support and our existing Trustees. 

We appreciate that applications can feel daunting. If you’d find it useful to speak to Mark at Tall Roots about any aspect of the roles or the process ahead of applying, please reach out direct via Tall Roots' website – he will be more than happy to help. The closing date for applications is Friday 13 February 2026.

Come and help us shape a future where everyone belongs.

Volunteer Role: Training Designer / Trainer (Learning & Development)

Location: Remote (UK‑based)

Time Commitment: Flexible

The Heart of Our Development

Do you believe in the power of great training to transform confidence, skills, and futures? As the Ranger Cadets expand across England, we are building a world‑class Learning & Development function to support both our adult volunteers and our cadets (young people).

We are seeking passionate Training Designers and Trainers who can help us create engaging, practical, and inspiring learning experiences — all delivered remotely.

Whether you are an experienced L&D professional or a natural educator with a flair for designing learning journeys, this role is central to our mission of preparing every young person to be truly “Prepared for Life.”

Your Strategic Impact

As part of our Learning & Development Team, you will shape the training that underpins our entire organisation. You will help ensure our volunteers feel confident and supported, and that our cadets receive high‑quality, age‑appropriate learning experiences.

You may choose to focus on adult volunteer training, cadet programme development, or both.

You will lead on:

Training Design

• Creating engaging, accessible training modules for adult volunteers (e.g., safeguarding, leadership, youth engagement, first‑night readiness).

• Designing fun, structured, and developmental sessions for cadets aged 8–17 (e.g., life skills, teamwork, resilience, outdoor skills).

• Developing lesson plans, facilitator guides, e‑learning content, or activity packs.

Training Delivery (Optional)

• Delivering virtual workshops or induction sessions for new volunteers.

• Supporting cadet units with remote masterclasses or specialist sessions.

Curriculum Development

• Helping shape a national training framework that supports consistent standards across all Ranger Cadet units.

• Working with the Chief Ranger and Programme Leads to identify training needs and create solutions.

Quality & Evaluation

• Reviewing existing training materials and improving clarity, engagement, and accessibility.

• Gathering feedback to ensure our training remains relevant, modern, and impactful.

What We Are Looking For

Creative Learning Designers

You enjoy turning ideas into structured, engaging learning experiences.

Clear Communicators

You can explain concepts simply and confidently, whether in writing or during live sessions.

Organised & Reliable

You can manage your own workload and deliver training materials to a high standard.

Passionate About Development

You care deeply about helping volunteers and young people grow, thrive, and discover their potential.

Experience (Any of the Following):

• Learning & Development

• Teaching or youth work

• Curriculum design

• Training delivery

• Instructional design

• Or simply a passion for helping others learn

Why Join the Learning & Development Team?

Shape the Future of Our Organisation

Your work will directly influence the skills, confidence, and safety of every volunteer and cadet.

Build Your Professional Portfolio

Gain experience in curriculum design, e‑learning, facilitation, and youth development within a national charity.

Flexible & Remote

Perfect for those who want to make a meaningful contribution from home, on a schedule that suits them.

Create Lasting Impact

The training you design will empower volunteers and inspire young people for years to come.

Help Us Build a World‑Class Training Programme

Behind every confident volunteer and every thriving cadet is exceptional training. Help us design it.

RANGER CADETS

#PreparedForLife

Utilise your educational leadership to help close the attainment gap. Join the board of Tutor Trust, a proudly northern charity transforming young lives through tutoring across the North.

Closing date: Monday 23rd February

Who we are

For 15 years, Tutor Trust has been changing lives through high-quality tutoring, building long-term partnerships with schools across the North. We’re driven by a vision of an education system that provides excellence, equity and opportunity to every child and young person in the UK. Last year, we supported over 6,000 pupils across 149 schools, with 92% either entitled to Pupil Premium funding or attending schools in low-income areas. Our impact is proven: primary pupils made 7.07 scaled score points progress in their SATs, while secondary pupils made 0.86 grades progress at GCSE level.

We recruit talented university students, many from the communities we serve, who act as relatable role models while delivering evidence-based tutoring. Our approach works: Education Endowment Foundation trials showed our pupils made three months’ additional progress in maths, with even greater gains for those eligible for Free School Meals.

Following the end of the National Tutoring Programme, we’re continuing to successfully navigate challenges while maintaining our school partnerships and impact. We’ve diversified our programme, expanding into phonics, post-16 GCSE resits, and growing our specialist Tutoring Plus work for pupils with complex needs by 135%. We’re now implementing an ambitious strategy to 2028 that will see us broaden our reach, expand into new regions, and advocate for tutoring to become a permanent part of the education system, ensuring that every young person, regardless of where they grow up, has access to the support they need to thrive.

About the role

We’re looking for two trustees who will join our board of Trustees and sit on our Education Committee, bringing the voice of secondary school leadership to our board. This is a chance to contribute to something genuinely transformative during a period of both challenge and opportunity for education, working towards a future where excellence and equity go hand in hand across the North and beyond.

Who we are looking for

We’re looking for people with secondary school leadership experience, such as headteachers, executive heads, or senior leaders in multi-academy trusts, who understand the pressures schools face and the realities of serving disadvantaged communities. You’ll bring an understanding of boards and governance, demonstrating strategic thinking and appropriate challenge, alongside a genuine passion for closing the attainment gap and creating opportunity for all young people to succeed.

We’re particularly keen to hear from leaders across Liverpool, Merseyside, Leeds, Yorkshire, and the North East. We are interested in people with experience of school improvement, Ofsted, or broader curriculum expertise alongside secondary leadership.

While our primary focus is on educational leadership, we’re also interested in hearing from people with expertise in digital, fundraising, PR and marketing; skills that will be valuable as we implement our ambitious growth strategy and build our vision of an education system rooted in excellence and equity.

Time commitment

Board meetings are held six times a year, typically at 8:00 a.m. for two hours, with most meetings conducted online and some held in person in Manchester. As members of the Education Committee, you’ll also attend termly committee meetings online, along with an annual half-day strategy session held in person. The overall time commitment is equivalent to up to a day per month.

Every young person deserves the opportunity to thrive, achieve, and build the future they envision. At Tutor Trust, we believe that high-quality tutoring is more than just academic support, it’s about unlocking potential, restoring confidence, and opening doors to opportunity.

If you share our belief that education should provide excellence and equity for every child, we invite you to join us. Whether you’re leading a school or MAT today or are a senior education professional, your experience and passion can help shape the future of thousands of young people.

Please click 'Redirect to recruiter’ to be redirected to the Peridot Partners website, where you can find full details of the candidate profile and register your interest to apply.

Applications for this role close on Monday 23rd February. 

Join Our Mission. Bring Your Joy. Transform Lives.

At Tell My Truth and Shame the Devil C.I.C., we are building a global movement rooted in truth-telling, healing, family, and the transformation of generations. Our mission is to confront childhood trauma, intergenerational trauma, and systemic injustices — and help people return to their true selves through community, knowledge, and love.

We work like a family: connected, supportive, purpose-driven… and full of laughter.

We are now expanding our team and looking for a Corporate Entertainer & Culture Animator — a warm, creative spirit who will bring joy, connection, and positive energy to our remote community.

This is a unique role and may be the first of its kind in the UK charity/CIC space.
If you are an entertainer with a heart for people, culture, and community — this could be the perfect home for your gifts.

 Role: Corporate Entertainer & Culture Animator

Location: Remote (UK Time Zone Preferred)
Commitment: (flexible)
Pay: Volunteer role (paid opportunities to apply as the CIC scales)
Start Date: Immediately (after interview)

About The Role

We are looking for someone who naturally lights up a room — even a virtual one.

Your purpose is to help keep our volunteers, creatives, future ambassadors, and leadership team motivated, connected, and full of joy while we build something historic together.
Laughter is medicine — and you will be one of the healers.

You will bring creativity, humour, and fun to our organisation through:

• Games & icebreakers at meetings
• WhatsApp riddles, jokes, challenges & positive energy
• Weekly/monthly fun activities
• Virtual team bonding sessions
• Celebrations, awards & cultural themes
• Future in-person events, trips & gatherings

This role is about building joyful company culture for a mission that deals with serious topics — and reminding all of us that healing also includes play, community, and connection.

Who We’re Looking For

Someone who is:

• Naturally funny, joyful, charismatic, or expressive
• Loves entertaining people
• Creative with games, riddles, challenges, themes, and fun ideas
• Empathetic and sensitive to emotional topics
• Confident online and comfortable speaking in groups
• Culturally aware, especially within the Black and diaspora community
• Passionate about uplifting others
• Excited to help build a future global organisation

Ideal backgrounds include (but are not limited to):

• Comedians
• Actors
• Hosts/MCs
• Spoken word artists
• Content creators
• Team-building facilitators
• Corporate entertainers
• Youth workers with creative flair
• Performers
• Creative arts professionals

If you can bring joy, creativity, and community spirit, we want to meet you.

What You’ll Do

• Add light, energy, culture, and laughter to our team environment
• Create fun moments during Zoom meetings
• Run occasional virtual game nights or mini-events
• Share riddles, humour, and engagement in our WhatsApp groups
• Help team members bond and feel valued
• Celebrate wins, birthdays, and achievements
• Bring creative ideas to improve morale and connection
• Work alongside leadership to shape a positive, family-focused culture
• Support future in-person events such as team days, retreats, and awards nights

Why Join Us?

You will:

• Become part of a beautiful, movement-driven family
• Play a central role in shaping a loving, joyful global collective organisation
• Use your gifts to uplift volunteers, survivors and fundraisers
• Help restore emotional wellness through creativity and laughter
• Create a legacy of culture, joy, and belonging
• Grow with us as we scale towards reaching 1 billion people worldwide throughout the lifetime of the movement

We are building something bigger than all of us — and we want someone who brings light to join this journey.

How to Apply

Please send ONE of the following:

• A short email
• A WhatsApp voice note
• A short video (optional)

Tell us:

1. Who you are
2. What makes you a great fit for this role
3. What creative talents you can bring
4. A sample — joke, riddle, poem, short skit, or anything showcasing your energy

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

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

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

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

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

Homeless Health Peer Advocate - Manchester

Aim of the role

As a Homeless Health Peer Advocate, you will form part of our team helping those experiencing homelessness to achieve better health outcomes.

Homeless Health Peer Advocacy is a pioneering model of advocacy style support. It aims to work towards an inclusive health system where everyone has access to the healthcare they need; ultimately moving people out of homelessness. We want to make it easy for people to access healthcare and improve their health. We know that Homeless Health Peer Advocacy creates a foundation for moving out of homelessness.

Suggested time commitment

Flexible – this volunteering opportunity will take place within our working hours, Monday-Friday: 9-5

Location

Home and Office (Manchester) and Community (Manchester)

Supervised by

Ped Durling (Project Coordinator), Lily Ozanne (HHPA Peer Coordinator)

Main Tasks

This is a varied role, and you could do some or all the following activities:

• Arranging and committing to regular time each week to support clients to get help with their health needs.
• Acting as an advocate for the client, preparing for and supporting with appointments, results, letters and helping them to speak up for themselves.
• Updating your supervisor about calls to people experiencing homelessness and reporting any information/advice/guidance that has been requested
• Reporting any concerns about safety
• Providing feedback to help improve and develop the service
• Sometimes you may meet a client for a one-off appointment, or you might be working with a client over several weeks or months, depending upon their health needs. 

Skills and Experience

Please note this role is ring-fenced for those with lived experiences or multiple disadvantages.

We are looking for:

• People with lived experience of homelessness or risk of homelessness (all forms e.g., rough sleeping, sofa surfing, hidden homelessness)
• Experience of multiple disadvantage: domestic abuse or sexual violence, experience of the criminal justice system, mental ill health, neurodivergence, substance misuse, barriers to accessing healthcare.
• Friendly with good listening skills

• Able to listen and respond to information provided
• A positive, can-do attitude
• Good timekeeping and reliability

• The ability to communicate clear information

Induction, Learning & Development

To enable you to take part in this opportunity Shelter will:

• Provide you with a Volunteer Handbook and all Policies and Procedures
• Provide training: including Equality & Diversity, Health & Safety, Data Protection, and Safeguarding
• Provide access to our suite of internal training programmes and other appropriate Shelter training
• Provide on the job induction
• Pay out-of-pocket expenses in line with Shelter’s volunteer expenses policy

What you will gain

• Experience in homeless health advocacy with a leading national charity working with people experiencing homelessness.
• The opportunity to use your lived experience of homelessness to help develop trusting relationships with other people experiencing homelessness.
• Access to progression support and reflective practice
• The opportunity to meet new people and be part of a team.
• Equipment, like a phone etc to help you in your role.
• References provided if required to potential employers if you are looking for work.
• Regular catchups with your supervisor and opportunity to reflect on your input and role

Next steps

Please complete an online application for this role. After you have applied, we will hold an informal recruitment conversation to discuss the role further.

Please note, you will be asked to declare any unspent convictions and complete a Criminal Record Check. Having a criminal record does not mean that you cannot volunteer with us. It may limit the different ways that you can get involved, but please contact us if you require more information.

If you would like any more information on the role or advice on how to apply, please contact us.

This is a voluntary position that supports the work of our services and is not replacing the work of a paid member of staff. This role profile does not form part of any contract of employment.

Trustee Position 

Exeter Students’ Guild is looking for a passionate and experienced External Trustee to join our Board and help shape the future of our student-led organisation.

ABOUT THE ROLE

Trustees play a key part in making sure the Students’ Guild runs well and stays true to its purpose. As a Trustee, you’ll help set the Guild’s direction, support and challenge senior staff, and make sure we’re using our resources responsibly and operating within the law.

You’ll be joining a Board of 14 Trustees, made up of External Trustees, Student Trustees, and Elected Officer Trustees, all working together to support students at Exeter.

The role is a four-year term, with the option to serve a second term. You’ll need to meet The Charity Commission eligibility requirements. The role is unpaid, but reasonable expenses will be covered.

Further information can be found on our website.

Experience and Knowledge

We’re especially keen to hear from people who have:

• Senior-level experience in finance, accounting, or a related area
• An understanding of the challenges facing students in the UK and at the University of Exeter
• A good grasp of what good governance looks like
• Knowledge of the Higher Education sector and the issues it faces
• The time to commit to Board meetings, committee work, and key financial discussions

Skills

• The ability to ask questions and challenge the status quo.
• Sound judgement and the ability to think strategically, handle competing priorities and make informed decisions.
• Strong communication skills with the ability to build relationships with people at all levels.
• Able to respond positively to challenging situations and solve problems creatively.

Values and Attitude

• A demonstrable commitment to our values.
• Strong commitment to equity, diversity and inclusion and able to engage with people from all backgrounds and at all levels.
• Passionate about working in a democratic, student led environment.

Interested?

Take a look at our Trustee Recruitment Pack for more details about the role and what we’re looking for.

How to Apply

To apply, please visit our recruitment portal to complete our application form by 8am, Monday 26th January 2026.

You’ll need:

• An up-to-date CV
• Short written answers (up to 300 words each) to:

• 1. Why do you want to be a Trustee at Exeter Students’ Guild, and how do your values align with ours?
  2. How would your skills and experience help the Trustee Board and staff team deliver our strategy?

We hope to hold interviews on the below times, therefore please make a note of these dates in your diary:

Closing date for applications          8am, 26th January 2026

Panel interview 5th - 6th February 2026

First Trustee Board 12th March 2026

Trustee Training 30th June 2026

Please note we will aim to work flexibly with candidates around interview dates.

If you have any questions about the role, feel free to contact Dani Alexander - details can be found in the information pack or on our website. 

Testimonial from External Trustee, Sophie

What inspired you to become a trustee?

I was inspired to become a trustee to be able to use my experience and knowledge, both as a higher education professional and a former student (from a while ago!), to be part of something that benefits students and adds to their brilliant university experience. I also wanted to experience governance from 'the other side' and improve those skills.

How has the experience benefited you personally or professionally?

It has been really gratifying to be able to use what I do everyday and have it aid discussion. I've found it so interesting and refreshing to approach familiar topics from a completely different angle.

What advice would you give to someone considering becoming a trustee?

I would say to put yourself forward! Speak to someone who may have experience of being a trustee, have a look at the brilliant resources there are out there, and have confidence in your experience - a Board really needs a wide range of skills and experience and diversity of opinion, so go for it.

Homeless Health Peer Advocate - Salford

Aim of the role

As a Homeless Health Peer Advocate, you will form part of our team helping those experiencing homelessness to achieve better health outcomes.

Homeless Health Peer Advocacy is a pioneering model of advocacy style support. It aims to work towards an inclusive health system where everyone has access to the healthcare they need; ultimately moving people out of homelessness. We want to make it easy for people to access healthcare and improve their health. We know that Homeless Health Peer Advocacy creates a foundation for moving out of homelessness.

Suggested time commitment

Flexible – this volunteering opportunity will take place within our working hours, Monday-Friday: 9-5

Location

Home and Office (Manchester) and Community (Salford)

Supervised by

Ped Durling (Project Coordinator), Esther Baker (HHPA Peer Coordinator)

Main Tasks

This is a varied role, and you could do some or all the following activities:

• Arranging and committing to regular time each week to support clients to get help with their health needs.
• Acting as an advocate for the client, preparing for and supporting with appointments, results, letters and helping them to speak up for themselves.
• Updating your supervisor about calls to people experiencing homelessness and reporting any information/advice/guidance that has been requested
• Reporting any concerns about safety
• Providing feedback to help improve and develop the service
• Sometimes you may meet a client for a one-off appointment, or you might be working with a client over several weeks or months, depending upon their health needs. 

Skills and Experience

Please note this role is ring-fenced for those with lived experiences or multiple disadvantages.

We are looking for:

• People with lived experience of homelessness or risk of homelessness (all forms e.g., rough sleeping, sofa surfing, hidden homelessness)
• Experience of multiple disadvantage: domestic abuse or sexual violence, experience of the criminal justice system, mental ill health, neurodivergence, substance misuse, barriers to accessing healthcare.
• Friendly with good listening skills

• Able to listen and respond to information provided
• A positive, can-do attitude
• Good timekeeping and reliability

• The ability to communicate clear information

Induction, Learning & Development

To enable you to take part in this opportunity Shelter will:

• Provide you with a Volunteer Handbook and all Policies and Procedures
• Provide training: including Equality & Diversity, Health & Safety, Data Protection, and Safeguarding
• Provide access to our suite of internal training programmes and other appropriate Shelter training
• Provide on the job induction
• Pay out-of-pocket expenses in line with Shelter’s volunteer expenses policy

What you will gain

• Experience in homeless health advocacy with a leading national charity working with people experiencing homelessness.
• The opportunity to use your lived experience of homelessness to help develop trusting relationships with other people experiencing homelessness.
• Access to progression support and reflective practice
• The opportunity to meet new people and be part of a team.
• Equipment, like a phone etc to help you in your role.
• References provided if required to potential employers if you are looking for work.
• Regular catchups with your supervisor and opportunity to reflect on your input and role

Next steps

Please complete an online application for this role. After you have applied, we will hold an informal recruitment conversation to discuss the role further.

Please note, you will be asked to declare any unspent convictions and complete a Criminal Record Check. Having a criminal record does not mean that you cannot volunteer with us. It may limit the different ways that you can get involved, but please contact us if you require more information.

If you would like any more information on the role or advice on how to apply, please contact us.

This is a voluntary position that supports the work of our services and is not replacing the work of a paid member of staff. This role profile does not form part of any contract of employment.

1. WHY THIS ROLE EXISTS
Release Therapy for Women provides safe, therapeutic spaces for women across Sussex. Our groups are the heart of what we do, and our Therapeutic Group Support Assistants play a crucial role in ensuring these sessions run smoothly.
You will work alongside a Lead Facilitator to create a warm, inclusive, and physically comfortable environment.
2. KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
Creating a Welcoming Space
* Environment Setup: Arrive early to set up the therapeutic space, ensuring it is tidy, welcoming, and comfortable.
* Sensory Awareness: Pay attention to lighting, noise levels, and seating arrangements to support our neurodivergent participants and those with social anxiety.
* The "Warm Welcome": Greet participants as they arrive, particularly focused on making new members feel at ease and helping to serve drinks.
Supporting the Session
* Facilitation Assistance: Support the Lead Facilitator with practical tasks (handing out materials, managing refreshments, or keeping time).
* Participant Support: Provide a calm, grounded presence. While you are not the primary therapist, you may offer one-to-one emotional support (e.g., sitting with someone who needs a moment outside the circle).
* Closing the Space: Assist in packing away and briefly debriefing with the Facilitator after participants have left.
Inclusion & Data
Actively model inclusive behaviour, ensuring women of all ages, faiths, and sexual orientations feel safe.
* Equality Monitoring: Assist in the distribution of our anonymous Equalities Monitoring forms. In line with our 2026 vision, you will help explain to participants that their data helps us secure the funding needed to keep our groups free for everyone.

3. PERSON SPECIFICATION
Knowledge and Experience
* Counselling Foundation: You have previous counselling experience or have undertaken introductory counselling training.
* Therapeutic Understanding: An understanding of (or a strong interest in) the group therapeutic process and the importance of boundaries and confidentiality.
* Inclusive Values: A deep commitment to equality and a passion for making therapeutic spaces accessible to marginalised groups.
Skills and Abilities
* Empathy & Presence: A calm, grounded, and non-judgemental approach to supporting women in distress.
* Reliability: The ability to commit to a full 6–10 week group cycle to provide continuity of care for our participants.
* Communication: Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to work collaboratively with a Lead Facilitator.
* Local Insight: Ideally, you will live in or have strong ties to Brighton, Worthing, or Shoreham/Southwick.

* This post is only open to female applicants as being female is deemed to be a genuine occupational requirement under Schedule 9, Paragraph 1 of the Equality Act 2010.

The successful candidate will join a highly regarded women-led, women-centred, and trauma-informed charity.

4. WHAT WE OFFER YOU

* Professional Growth: Gain hands-on experience in a therapeutic community setting.
* Support & Supervision: Access to optional clinical supervision when needed to discuss your experiences and wellbeing.
* Inclusive Culture: Be part of a diverse volunteer team (19% neurodiverse and 25% ethnically diverse).
* Training: Induction into our therapeutic model, safeguarding, and cultural competency.
* Expenses: Reimbursement of local travel costs.
5. RECRUITMENT & ONBOARDING
* Trial Period: Participation in one session as an observer/assistant before a full commitment.
* Safeguarding: This role is subject to an enhanced DBS check and a requirement to attend our annual safeguarding training.

Are you passionate about helping people from Afghanistan feel welcome and supported in the UK? Do you have the language skills and cultural understanding to assist Afghan refugees as they navigate the challenges of building a new life? If you’re adaptable, resilient, and dedicated to making a difference, we’d love to hear from you!

About us

Gulab Sorkh Foundation (GSF) is an independent charity supporting Afghan nationals resettled in the UK under the ARAP scheme. We are a small but impactful organisation, dedicated to helping those who worked closely with British forces in Afghanistan and their families integrate successfully into British life.

Job description

We are looking for two volunteer interpreters—one fluent in Dari and one fluent in Pashto — to join our team at the Gulab Sorkh Foundation (GSF). You will play a key role in supporting Afghan refugees who have resettled in the UK, assisting them in accessing essential services and communicating effectively in their daily lives.  This is an influential volunteer opportunity where you will make a real difference by helping Afghan refugees integrate into British society, providing crucial interpretation during interactions with service providers such as healthcare professionals, housing officers, and legal advisors.

As a Volunteer Interpreter, you will:

• Provide interpretation services (Dari or Pashto) to Afghan refugees, ensuring clear 
• communication between them and various UK service providers.
• Assist refugees in understanding key information related to housing, healthcare, 
• education, and other public services.
• Facilitate communication during meetings, appointments, and community events to 
• support their integration journey.
• Offer support and cultural understanding to ensure refugees feel comfortable and 
• respected throughout their resettlement process.

Key responsibilities:

• Interpret accurately and sensitively between Dari/Pashto and English during one-on-one 
• and group interactions.
• Help beneficiaries understand and complete necessary paperwork or official forms in 
• both languages.
• Collaborate with case managers and external partners to ensure the refugees’ needs are 
• effectively communicated.
• Be aware of and sensitive to the needs of individuals who may have experienced trauma 
• and displacement.
• Follow data protection laws and policies

Essential skills:

• Fluency (written and verbal) in Dari and/or Pashto and in English.
• A high level of cultural sensitivity and empathy towards Afghan refugees.
• Strong communication skills, with the ability to translate complex information clearly 
• and accurately.
• Ability to remain neutral and impartial in all interactions.
• Commitment to safeguarding vulnerable individuals and confidentiality.

Desirable skills:

• Level 3 in Interpretation.
• Previous experience working with refugees or vulnerable communities.
• Knowledge of UK systems such as healthcare, housing, and immigration.
• Understanding of the Afghan Relocations and Assistance Policy (ARAP) scheme.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

Please note:

This is an unpaid voluntary position, offering flexibility to fit around your other commitments.

This is a completely remote role, and as such you will need to ensure that you have access to a confidential, quite space during your working hours.

To apply please upload your CV and covering letter (max. 2 A4 pages each) 
In your application, please explain how you meet every point on the essential criteria with examples. If you meet any of the desired criteria, please do the same for these.  We actively encourage applications from individuals with lived experiences of migration or refugee resettlement.

Please get in touch with us if you have any queries.

We look forward to hearing from you

Uncurbed Collective is recruiting a new Co-Chair of Trustees to lead alongside existing Co-Chair and founder trustee Janet Charlesworth.

This is a moment of evolution for the organisation. As we continue to grow our disability-led work and strengthen our governance, we are seeking a Co-Chair who believes in shared leadership, collective responsibility, and values-driven decision-making.

This role is not about individual authority. It is about working in partnership, listening well, and supporting the organisation to think strategically while staying grounded in its values.

Alongside your fellow Co-Chair, you will:

• Guide and support an engaged, values-led Board of Trustees
• Help shape Uncurbed’s strategic direction and long-term sustainability
• Champion disability-led governance and shared power in practice
• Work closely with the CEO to ensure strong, transparent leadership and accountability

We are open to a wide range of backgrounds and experiences. You might bring:

• Experience of board leadership, chairing, or senior strategic roles
• Lived experience of disability and/or a strong commitment to equity, access, and inclusion
• Confidence working collaboratively, rather than hierarchically
• Curiosity, generosity, and a willingness to learn alongside others

You do not need to have held a Co-Chair role before. We are particularly keen to hear from people who may not see themselves reflected in traditional governance pathways.

Support and culture

Uncurbed operates a shared leadership model. You will not be expected to do this alone, nor to arrive with all the answers. Trustees work relationally, with care, challenge, and mutual support.

We actively encourage informal conversations before applying.

To apply or ask questions, contact us directly. Access support is available throughout the process.

What are we looking for?

This is a non-executive leadership role. You won’t be involved in day-to-day operations — instead, your focus will be on supporting strong governance, holding space for inclusive strategy, and ensuring the board functions well.

We are looking for someone who can bring clarity, structure, and values-led leadership — and who is confident sharing power within a co-chairing model alongside a trustee with lived experience of disability.

You don’t need to be an expert in disability or the arts — but you do need to be open to learning, able to hold a strategic view, and committed to changing who gets to lead.

You should bring:

• Experience as a Chair or senior trustee in a charity, cultural, or values-led organisation
• Knowledge of good governance and the responsibilities of a non-executive board
• Skills in strategic planning, organisational development, or scaling with integrity
• Confidence in chairing meetings and supporting a group to make clear, inclusive decisions
• A belief in equity, accessibility, and co-leadership as core parts of good governance
• Strong communication skills, emotional intelligence, and a collaborative mindset

We are particularly interested in applicants with experience of:

• The arts, access, or cultural policy
• Strategy, finance, legal structures, or fundraising
• Public health, education, or community development
• Systemic change or inclusive leadership development

You will work closely with the CEO/Artistic Director and Co-Chair to lead the board well — helping us grow sustainably, stay aligned with our mission, and centre lived experience in decision-making. You’ll also play a key role in recruiting and supporting new trustees as the board evolves.

We know leadership is a learning process. If you bring curiosity, commitment, and clarity — we’ll support you to grow with us.

What difference will you make?

You’ll co-lead a board committed to access and culture change — supporting disabled artists to lead, and ensuring the organisation continues to grow with integrity, purpose, and shared power.

The Organisation

Changeworks is Scotland’s leading environmental organisation, driving the decarbonisation of homes and supporting a just transition to net zero. With over 35 years of experience, the organisation works with individuals, communities, businesses, and partners to deliver energy advice, retrofit solutions, and innovative decarbonisation services that reduce carbon emissions, lower energy bills, and tackle fuel poverty. In recent years, Changeworks has assisted tens of thousands of households in installing energy efficiency measures, provided thousands with expert energy support, and saved hundreds of thousands of tonnes of carbon, making low-carbon living a tangible reality across Scotland. 

The Role

This is an exceptional opportunity to play a key role in shaping the future of Changeworks. The Chair will lead the Board of Trustees in providing strategic direction and ensuring effective governance, guiding the organisation through an important period of growth while championing its environmental and social values.

The Chair will serve as a statutory trustee and non-executive director, offering strategic leadership, guidance, and robust governance oversight across Changeworks and its subsidiary organisations, driving meaningful impact in communities, households, and businesses throughout Scotland.

The Person

The role requires a strategic and analytical thinker capable of balancing social impact with commercial success and long-term sustainability. The Chair will communicate effectively, build strong relationships, and demonstrate a clear commitment to environmental sustainability and social justice, while fostering inclusive governance by valuing diverse perspectives.

Required Experience and Capabilities

Senior Leadership and Governance Experience
The ideal candidate will have leadership experience demonstrating strategic thinking, an entrepreneurial mindset, and an understanding of governance complexities in charitable and commercial sectors. This may include:

• Senior management, executive, or non-executive roles in mission-driven organisations.

• Experience serving on boards or committees across sectors.

• A track record of leading teams through organisational transformation and growth.

• Experience engaging diverse stakeholder groups, including social housing, local government, or minority communities.

• Proven experience in trustee or non-executive roles, with strong governance and oversight capabilities.

The Chair is expected to have:

• A proven track record of chairing boards or high-level committees, ideally in a purpose-driven or hybrid commercial-social environment.

• Experience as a charity trustee or non-executive director.

• The ability to navigate complex political and economic landscapes to advocate for decarbonisation and a just transition.

• A commitment to decarbonising homes in Scotland and addressing fuel poverty.

• Experience overseeing organisational growth or transformation aligned with Changeworks’ scaling objectives.

• Exceptional diplomatic, mediation, and relationship-building skills to manage board dynamics and the CEO partnership.

Strategic Growth & Risk Management

• Experience driving or enabling organisational growth and development.

• Understanding of risk management in complex organisations.

• Knowledge of good governance practices in regulated sectors.

• Demonstrated success in purpose-driven organisations.

Specialist Knowledge Areas

• Experience in the social housing sector.

• Experience in rural communities.

• Background in entrepreneurship, innovation, or research & development commercialisation.

• Understanding of technical aspects of retrofit.

• Experience in public affairs, government engagement, or lobbying.

• Access to networks beneficial to Changeworks is desirable.

Additional Considerations

• Applications from underrepresented groups are particularly encouraged.

• Candidates should share a commitment to environmental action and bring diverse perspectives.

• New Board members are expected to serve on at least one sub-committee, including Strategy, Audit and Risk, or Nominations.