Communication volunteer roles
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This organisation is scheduling interviews as applications come in. They're ready to hire as soon as they find the right person. Don't miss your opportunity, apply now!
Would you like to support people who have served in the Armed Forces? You just need the ability to listen, strong IT skills and good written and spoken English. If you think this could be the role for you, we’d love to hear from you.
Why we want you
As branch secretary you help coordinate a range of activities and a calendar ofevents to help spread the word about SSAFA within your community. To ensure that our Armed Forces community know that SSAFA are here to help and that we need the public’s support to continue offering our services.
What you will be doing
- Communication with branch volunteers
- Providing timely reports and information to SSAFA’s central office
- Co-ordinating a programme of meetings including an AGM, branch meetings, committee meetings, training etc..
The skills you need
- Friendly and approachable
- Strong administration skills
- Great written and verbal communication skills
- Basic IT skills
What's in it for you
- Use your skills, knowledge, and life experience to benefit others
- Support in your role from the team at SSAFA
- Develop your experience and skills which you can highlight on your CV and in job interviews
Disclaimer
SSAFA is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of all those involved in our work and expects volunteers to share this commitment.
Our vision A society in which the Armed Forces, veterans and their families can thrive.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
We’re seeking committed new trustees to help guide a small but ambitious charity supporting children and young people with cerebral palsy, ensuring our funds deliver meaningful, life-changing impact.
Our Board is made up of a small, committed group of trustees who bring a mix of professional expertise and personal connection to our cause. Together, we oversee a grant-making charity that has a long heritage and a clear ambition: to increase our income and ensure we can support more children and young people with cerebral palsy in meaningful, practical ways.
Like many small charities, our challenge is balancing strong governance with growth. We are financially stable and well run, but we want to think more strategically about our future: how we prioritise funding, how we grow awareness and income, and how we ensure every grant we make delivers real, lasting benefit for families. The new trustee will play an active role in shaping these conversations and helping the Board move confidently from steady state to sustainable growth.
The role is hands-on and collaborative. Trustees are expected to attend four board meetings a year, contribute thoughtfully to discussion and decision-making, and engage between meetings when specific issues arise. Depending on interest and experience, the new trustee may also be invited to take a lead role in an area of work or join a small working group, for example around fundraising development, investment oversight, or grant assessment.
This is an opportunity to influence how limited charitable funds are used where they matter most. Trustees are directly involved in decisions that enable children to access therapy, specialist equipment, and support that may not otherwise be available. For someone who wants to make a tangible difference, this is a role where your contribution can be clearly seen in the lives of the children and families we support.
The Board values open discussion, shared responsibility, and a supportive culture, making this an especially rewarding role for someone who wants their time and judgement to have genuine impact.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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This organisation is scheduling interviews as applications come in. They're ready to hire as soon as they find the right person. Don't miss your opportunity, apply now!
We offer a lifelong befriending service for adults with learning disabilities. Matching the skills and interests of passionate visitors with the specific hobbies and interests of the people we visit. Visitors visit six times a year to create a 1-2-1 connection, offer companionship, encourage people to do the things they enjoy and check-in on their wellbeing. In many cases, the visitor is the only person in someone’s life who isn’t paid to be there for them.
This is an Out and about visit role which means your visits are likely to be longer, very active and the person you visit will often take an active part in planning your outings and activities in the community. Your volunteer manager will be happy to help you with ideas and suggestions for things you can do. Visits will vary in length but tends to be around a couple of hours, sometimes shorter or longer, depending on what you plan to do.
In this role you will spend quality time with the person you visit and could do a range of different activities like:
- Sitting and having a chat
- Checking in on their well- being
- Going out to a local café/pub for a meal/drink
- Take part on community activities like visiting a place of interest, go shopping etc.
- Enjoying a walk
As a Mencap volunteer visitor you will be:
- Friendly and approachable
- Accepting of others who might be different to yourself
- Reliable and patient
- Passionate about supporting people with a with a learning disability.
As a Mencap visitor you will:
- Have the opportunity to help make a difference to the life of the person you visit
- Receive a personalised volunteer induction and training
- Have agreed out of pocket expenses reimbursed
- Meet new people
- Get on-going support, and feel appreciated and valued
Mencap is the leading learning disability charity in England, Wales and Northern Ireland. We work with people with a learning disability and their families to challenge prejudice and change laws, and we directly support thousands of people to live their lives as they choose. We have an ambitious vision for the UK to be the best place in the world for people with a learning disability to live happy and healthy lives.
Volunteering with us is YOUR opportunity to help us achieve this, whilst having the chance to develop your skills, meet new people and join a passionate and dedicated team.
Empower individuals with learning disabilities and autism to reach their full potential and lead the lives they choose.
Trustee Opportunity at Citizens Advice
Citizens Advice South Lincolnshire is seeking new trustees to help shape the future of our high-performing advice charity.
With offices in Grantham, Spalding and Stamford, plus outreach centres across the region, we support a population of 225,000 people. Last year, we helped 14,000 clients with 60,000 issues and secured over £7 million of additional income for them. We are here for everyone to help people move on with their lives.
As a trustee, you’d join a well-known, respected charity, influence strategy, strengthen governance and contribute to meaningful change. This is an opportunity to share your expertise with other professional, dedicated trustees, gain valuable experience, build on your leadership and strategy skills, and increase your employability. Prior Board experience is not required.
We welcome expertise in digital media, finance, fundraising, HR, IT, law, marketing, PR, risk management, senior management, local government, or strategy.
What do you need to become a trustee?
Trustees don’t need specific qualifications, but we expect all trustees to have six core skills:
● Insight into the organisation: considering CASL’s objects and its public benefit strategically
● Challenging constructively: clarifying facts; stimulating thought
● Analysing issues: being objective; evaluating risks; using evidence; planning ahead
● Weighing up opinions: using evidence; balancing long- and shortterm; prioritising value
● Interpersonal skills: communicating clearly; listening actively; supporting a healthy culture
● Confidence and self-awareness: collaborating with others; treating everyone with respect.
The Board also values specialist skills as assets among its members:
● experience or qualifications in:
‣ business or charity leadership
‣ equity, diversity and inclusion
‣ facilitation
‣ finance and accountancy
‣ human resources
‣ IT, AI or digital media
‣ law or governance
‣ local government
‣ marketing, PR or communications
‣ risk management, or
‣ strategy development
● past experience as a client or service user of this (or a similar) organisation
● a track record of charitable fundraising, or
● being an effective chair.
Finally, competent trustees should have these six personal qualities to some extent, and demonstrate them in their behaviours:
● Committed - motivated, dedicated, persevering; plays an active role.
● Responsible - accountable, independent, reliable; accepts collective responsibility.
● Trustworthy - ethical, principled; is a critical friend and focuses on continuous improvement.
● Collaborative - team-oriented, approachable; builds relationships and seeks consensus.
● Confident - independent; contributes constructively and expresses opinions courageously.
● Thoughtful - curious, adaptable, open-minded; appropriately challenges the status quo
Please see the attached Information Pack for the Trustee Role Description and how to apply.
Also attached is the Trustee Application Pack and Trustee Recruitment Advert
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Actively Interviewing
This organisation is scheduling interviews as applications come in. They're ready to hire as soon as they find the right person. Don't miss your opportunity, apply now!
Job Description
We are looking for a Volunteer Creative Visual Designer to help create engaging visual content that supports our campaigns, fundraising and awareness work.
You will design graphics and visual materials that communicate important messages clearly and responsibly. This includes creating visuals for social media, digital campaigns and community engagement initiatives.
You will work with the Digital Marketing Director and Digital Marketing teams to produce creative designs that help communicate our mission and build trust with our audience.
This role focuses on creative design, visual storytelling and supporting digital campaigns.
Key Responsibilities
- Design visual assets for digital campaigns, including social media graphics, ads, posters and banners
- Create visual concepts to support awareness and fundraising campaigns
- Adapt designs for different formats such as social media, email, websites and presentations
- Work with writers and campaign teams to align visuals with messaging
- Maintain simple design templates and ensure visual consistency
- Ensure all designs are respectful and appropriate for sensitive topics
- Review and improve visuals based on feedback and engagement
- Organise design files and reusable templates for the team
What We’re Looking For
- Experience or interest in graphic design or visual content creation
- Ability to communicate ideas clearly through visual design
- Familiarity with tools such as Canva, Adobe Creative Suite, Figma or similar platforms
- Understanding of social media formats such as posts, ads, stories and carousels
- Ability to design responsibly around sensitive topics
- Comfort collaborating with a remote volunteer team
- Experience supporting campaigns, fundraising or awareness initiatives is helpful but not required
What You’ll Gain
- Experience creating visual campaigns for a social impact organisation
- Opportunity to help shape the visual identity of a growing initiative
- Hands-on experience working with digital campaign teams
- Priority consideration for future paid roles when funding becomes available
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Actively Interviewing
This organisation is scheduling interviews as applications come in. They're ready to hire as soon as they find the right person. Don't miss your opportunity, apply now!
***Please note that this is an opportunity based in Nottingham in the United Kingdom and we don’t offer sponsorship or accept overseas applicants***
What is the purpose of this role?
To support people aged 18+ in the community by leading a series of guided walks around open spaces in Nottingham city (and Nottinghamshire).
Walk Leaders can make a difference by creating safe, enjoyable, and accessible walking opportunities that enhance health, wellbeing, and social connection.
What impact does this role have?
Provides accessible, guided health walks across Nottingham’s parks and open spaces. The walks encourage a healthy lifestyle by combining exercise with opportunities to socialise, helping people stay active, build friendships, and explore their local community.
What activities might you be involved in?
· Offering a friendly welcome to all walkers, especially those joining for the first time
· Providing a short briefing before the walk to ensure all participants are prepared
· Making sure the walk is safe and accessible for participants on the day of the walk
· Taking the lead in walks and ensuring they are safe, friendly and enjoyable and well managed
· Addressing and resolving issues that arise during walks, following guidance from your Line Manager, and promptly reporting any incidents or concerns to them.
· Providing information about other Age UK Notts services and other walks offered by the scheme, and basic information about how to keep active
· Ensuring all required paperwork is properly completed
· Attending occasional walk leaders’ meetings, one-to-one meetings and relevant training
What are we looking for?
Ø A genuine interest in the wellbeing of people and community engagement
Ø Friendly, welcoming and empowering with good communication skills
Ø Knowledgeable about the basics of the benefits of walking and physical activity
Ø Reliable, punctual, honest and well-organised
Ø Able to volunteer independently but with guidance and support
Ø Confident at speaking in front of small groups
Ø Able to take control and be assertive when needed
Ø Ability to complete basic paperwork punctually and accurately
Ø Willing to observe and learn from an experienced leader before taking on independent leadership
When would you be needed to volunteer?
The role can be flexible around your availability. Most volunteers lead walks weekly or monthly, with walks lasting 20–60 minutes. These may be starter/easy walks or wellbeing-focused walks. At times, we may request your support to provide cover at short notice if required.
While we are looking to expand, our current walks in the New Year will take place on Monday mornings at the Arboretum, Wednesday mornings at Highfields Park/Lakeside and Thursday mornings in Sneinton.
What training will you be given?
You will be given all the training you need to enable you to carry out your role. This will include a one-day Ramblers Wellbeing Walks, Walk Leader Course, risk assessment guidance and a thorough departmental induction to provide you with further information about your role.
What can you gain from this opportunity?
· The chance to make a difference to a person’s life
· Ongoing support, ensuring your volunteering experience is a fulfilling and positive one
· A comprehensive training programme including the opportunity for further training (e.g. First Aid)
· The opportunity to learn new skills
· Experience to add to your CV
· The opportunity to meet new people and make new friends
· Reimbursement of out-of-pocket expenses as defined in the Age UK Notts Volunteer Handbook
Additional Information
Please note a Basic DBS (Disclosure and Barring check) is required for this role which will be undertaken by the Charity at no cost to the volunteer, after being offered the role.
We are looking for volunteers who have availability to support our walks across Nottingham and Nottinghamshire
We are looking for volunteers who can support a minimum of one walk per week, every week (time and days tbc)
***Please note that we don’t offer sponsorship or accept overseas applicants***
Application Form
Interview
References will be taken
DBS check
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Actively Interviewing
This organisation is scheduling interviews as applications come in. They're ready to hire as soon as they find the right person. Don't miss your opportunity, apply now!
LUX is looking for new Board members to support our work and bring new skills, expertise and ideas for the future of our organisation. This is an important moment in LUX’s history as we embark on a process of rearticulating our purpose and shaping our future with a new executive team. Maintaining a strong, dynamic Board of Trustees is essential to guiding LUX’s mission and working in collaboration with the team to develop and implement the organisation’s vision.
We are currently seeking up to five Trustees, each bringing expertise in one of the following areas:
- Legal
- LUX artist
- Fundraising
- Gallerist or collector with artists’ moving image experience
- Senior level expertise in digital, IT and new technologies
We are keen to hear from people who are enthusiastic about and committed to contemporary art and artists’ moving-image practice, and who are sympathetic to the needs of artists.
Diverse Representation
LUX is committed to equity, diversity and inclusion, and to addressing inequality in the arts sector. We want our Board of Trustees – and our organisation as a whole – to reflect the artists we work with and the audiences we seek to engage.
We particularly encourage applications from people who identify as global ethnic majority, d/Deaf, disabled, neurodivergent, LGBTQI+, and from those who experience barriers due to their socio-economic background.’
We guarantee to interview all disabled applicants who demonstrate skills and knowledge in the areas outlined above. Please indicate whether you identify as d/Deaf or disabled in your application.
LUX is an arts organisation that supports and promotes visual artists working with the moving image.
Actively Interviewing
This organisation is scheduling interviews as applications come in. They're ready to hire as soon as they find the right person. Don't miss your opportunity, apply now!
Location: Canada (Remote, with in-person responsibilities within the region)
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Commitment: 5-7 hours per week, part-time (potential to expand with program demand)
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Reports To: Operations Lead – Roots Academy Canada
About Roots Academy
At Roots Academy, we’ve built a learning experience that’s changing the lives of the ummah’s future leaders, change-makers and visionaries.
Our vision is enabling university students to live God-centred lives, so we teach structured, engaging and transformative face-to-face foundational Islamic education to over 2,000 students across the UK, Canada & USA.
Position Summary:
The Event Lead will lead the strategy, design, and execution of all events, ensuring they align with the organization’s goals and deliver memorable experiences. This role oversees the end-to-end event planning process, including budgeting, logistics, vendor management, and team coordination. As the driving force behind the organization’s events, the Event Lead will ensure high standards of creativity, efficiency, and impact while fostering strong relationships with stakeholders, partners, and vendors.
Key Responsibilities:
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Strategic Event Planning:
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Develop and implement a comprehensive event strategy that aligns with organizational goals and enhances brand visibility.
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Identify event opportunities, including conferences, product launches, fundraisers, and internal engagements, to achieve strategic objectives.
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Event Design & Execution:
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Lead the planning and execution of all events, ensuring seamless logistics, creative concepts, and high-quality delivery.
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Collaborate with internal teams to ensure event themes, messaging, and objectives are aligned with organizational priorities.
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Budget Management:
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Manage event budgets, ensuring cost efficiency without compromising quality.
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Track expenses, negotiate vendor contracts, and identify opportunities for cost savings.
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Vendor & Stakeholder Management:
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Build and maintain relationships with vendors, suppliers, venues, and partners to ensure successful event execution.
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Negotiate contracts and manage vendor performance to meet quality standards and timelines.
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Team Leadership:
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Lead, mentor, and develop the event planning team to achieve excellence in execution.
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Foster a collaborative and high-performing environment, ensuring clear communication and accountability.
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Event Marketing & Promotion:
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Collaborate with marketing and communications teams to promote events, including developing promotional materials, social media campaigns, and press outreach.
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Ensure a strong event presence across digital and physical platforms to maximize attendance and engagement.
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Evaluation & Continuous Improvement:
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Measure event success through post-event reporting, feedback collection, and KPIs.
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Use insights to refine event planning processes and improve future events.
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Skills and Qualifications:
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Innovative: Demonstrated ability to drive growth through innovative and data-driven marketing strategies
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Community-Oriented: A deep understanding of the Muslim community in Ontario, especially in relation to university students and local mosques.
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Relationship Building: Proven experience in building and maintaining meaningful relationships with a wide variety of stakeholders.
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Project Management: Strong organisational skills with the ability to support program delivery efficiently.
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Communication: Excellent communication skills, with the ability to engage diverse audiences, from students to community leaders.
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Commitment to Ihsaan (excellence): This role requires someone who strives to deliver their responsibilities with ihsaan.
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Dedication to Service: A heart for khidma (service), and a desire to make a positive impact on the lives of young Muslims through education.
What We Offer:
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Be part of a team of 80+ dedicated volunteers from across the globe.
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Receive continuous rewards for those that seek Islamic knowledge from the Roots platform.
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Be a part of a growing organisation that aims to revive and educate Muslims from a grassroots perspective.
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Receive in-house Tarbiyah sessions to develop your deen.
Please Note: This is an unpaid volunteer position. Volunteers can claim expenses for food, travel, and equipment in line with the Expenses Policy.
We teach structured, engaging and transformative face-to-face foundational Islamic education to Young Muslims across the UK and internationally.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Actively Interviewing
This organisation is scheduling interviews as applications come in. They're ready to hire as soon as they find the right person. Don't miss your opportunity, apply now!
Across the UK, our volunteer groups play a vital part in supporting people affected by MS, bringing people together and connecting our local MS communities.
As our local group Lead Support Volunteer you’ll help recruit a team of Support Volunteers. You’ll support them to deliver telephone, face-to-face and online assistance to people affected by MS.
In this role you’ll develop your leadership, communication, organisation and team building skills.
Actively Interviewing
This organisation is scheduling interviews as applications come in. They're ready to hire as soon as they find the right person. Don't miss your opportunity, apply now!
Bright Futures UK is looking for compassionate and knowledgeable beauty professionals to mentor a young person living with long-term illnesses.
"The mentoring sessions with my volunteer were the perfect fit! I've loved working with them." - J (18 years old)
What will you be doing?
- Run six mentoring sessions online for one hour a week, supported by our Programme Team
- Offer advice and insights related to nail tech skills
- Help the young person explore potential career paths in the beauty/nail tech industry
- Share your own experiences and knowledge to inspire and motivate.
- Adhere to safeguarding policies and report any concerns to BFUK
What are we looking for?
- Expertise in beauty industry: Profound knowledge and experience in beauty, preferably in areas like nail design, techniques and trends.
- Mentoring and Communication: Ability to mentor effectively, offering guidance and support to a young person with clarity and empathy.
- Flexibility and Commitment: Willingness to commit to at least 5-6 weeks of 1-hour sessions
What difference will you make?
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By volunteering as a Mentor, you’ll play a vital role in empowering a young person to take control of their health and future, helping them to achieve their goals despite the challenges they face.
As a charity that supports children and young people, we make safeguarding individuals our top priority. For this reason, all volunteers are subject to an enhanced criminal record and disclosures check. We also ask all volunteers to adhere to our Safeguarding, Equality and Confidentiality policies. These are nothing to worry about and if you have any questions, our team are happy to support you.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
About ReMind UK
ReMind UK is an independent charity and an internationally renowned centre for research, diagnosis and treatment of neurodegenerative diseases. Our research aims to improve life for people with dementia and their families and carers, and to find drug and non-drug treatments for people with conditions such as Alzheimer’s disease and other diseases predominantly affecting older people. Our contracted NHS Memory Clinic service, paid for memory assessments, and allied activities also provide direct support to patients, families and carers. We are currently in an ambitious phase of development to increase significantly our clinical and academic research programme. We work closely with the Universities of Bath, Bristol and other research institutions, both nationally and internationally, and with the Royal United Hospital.
Role Title
Trustee (Board Member), ReMind UK
Time Commitment
We hold four full Board meetings per year, and an annual away day.
We currently have one subcommittee which is the Finance, Risk and Audit Committee (FAC) that meets four times a year should be a part of it.
Board and Committee meetings are generally of 1-2 hours duration. Once a year there is a remuneration meeting, which is a short meeting held directly after the Board meeting.
We engage between meetings via email on issues of relevance to either individual Board members or collectively where appropriate
Trustees are volunteers and may claim eligible expenses.
Role Purpose
Trustees are responsible for providing strategic leadership, ensuring good governance, and overseeing the charity’s management and administration. The day-to-day running of the organisation is undertaken by the charity CEO and the senior leadership team.
Trustees must act in the charity’s best interests, ensure it is well‑run, and that resources are used effectively to achieve its charitable purposes.
Key Responsibilities
1. Strategic Leadership & Governance
· Ensure the charity has clear priorities, future, and strategic direction.
· Oversee delivery of the charity’s mission to improve diagnosis, care, and research into age‑related disorders.
· Make well‑informed decisions that align with ReMind UK’s charitable objects and the interests of beneficiaries.
· Maintain high standards of governance and accountability.
2. Legal & Regulatory Compliance
· To ensure that the charity complies with its governing document, charity law and any other relevant legislation or regulations.
· Act with reasonable care, skill, and diligence in all decision‑making and oversight.
· Manage and declare any conflicts of interest.
3. Financial Oversight
· Ensure the charity is financially sustainable, with adequate controls, appropriate budgeting, responsible use of funds and sound financial planning.
· Support and work with the Finance, Risk and Audit Committee where appropriate and engage in wider discussions around income and expenditure where necessary.
- Safeguard the charity’s assets and ensure funds are spent effectively.
4. Advocacy & Ambassadorship
· Act as an ambassador for ReMind UK’s work in dementia research, memory assessment, and post diagnosis support.
· Promote the importance of early assessment, treatment possibilities, and community‑based support.
· Support relationship‑building with stakeholders, partners, funders, and the wider community.
5. Organisational Support & Risk Management
· The Board have delegated the oversight of the Risk Register to the Finance, Risk and Audit Committee (FAC), however it is also the responsibility of all trustees to identify and manage organisational risks and hold the FAC to account.
· Ensure effective planning and promote resilience across the charity.
· Support and constructively challenge the CEO and senior leadership team.
Person Specification
Essential:
· Commitment to the vision, mission and values of ReMind UK.
· Understanding of or willingness to learn about trustee responsibilities and charity governance.
· Strategic thinking and strong communication skills.
· Integrity, sound judgement, and independence of thought.
Desirable:
· Experience in health, dementia research, social care, charity finance, legal compliance, fundraising, or lived carer experience.
· Previous charity governance or leadership experience.
Eligibility Requirements
Certain individuals are legally disqualified from becoming charity trustees. Applicants must be 18+.
As part of our safeguarding commitment, trustees will be asked to complete an appropriate level of DBS check (Basic or Enhanced, subject to eligibility). We will support you through this process.
How to Apply and closing date
Interested individuals should submit a CV and a short statement outlining their motivation and relevant experience.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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This organisation is scheduling interviews as applications come in. They're ready to hire as soon as they find the right person. Don't miss your opportunity, apply now!
Are you someone who loves getting creative, catching a show, or simply enjoying a good chat over coffee and cake?
We’re looking for a friendly volunteer to spend time with a lovely lady with a learning disability who enjoys:
Arts & crafts Trips to the theatre Cooking and baking Scrapbooking And catching up over a cuppa and a slice of cake!
She’s looking for someone to share her interests, try new things together, and enjoy relaxed, sociable outings in the local community.
We offer a lifelong befriending service for adults with learning disabilities. Matching the skills and interests of passionate visitors with the specific hobbies and interests of the people we visit. Visitors visit six times a year to create a 1-2-1 connection, offer companionship, encourage people to do the things they enjoy and check-in on their wellbeing. In many cases, the visitor is the only person in someone’s life who isn’t paid to be there for them.
This is an Out and about visit role which means your visits are likely to be longer, very active and the person you visit will often take an active part in planning your outings and activities in the community. Your volunteer manager will be happy to help you with ideas and suggestions for things you can do. Visits will vary in length but tends to be around a couple of hours, sometimes shorter or longer, depending on what you plan to do.
In this role you will spend quality time with the person you visit and could do a range of different activities like:
- Sitting and having a chat
- Checking in on their well- being
- Going out to a local café/pub for a meal/drink
- Take part on community activities like visiting a place of interest, go shopping etc.
- Enjoying a walk
- A craft activity at home
As a Mencap volunteer visitor you will be:
- Friendly and approachable
- Accepting of others who might be different to yourself
- Reliable and patient
- Passionate about supporting people with a with a learning disability.
As a Mencap visitor you will:
- Have the opportunity to help make a difference to the life of the person you visit
- Receive a personalised volunteer induction and training
- Have agreed out of pocket expenses reimbursed
- Meet new people
- Get on-going support, and feel appreciated and valued
Mencap is the leading learning disability charity in England, Wales and Northern Ireland. We work with people with a learning disability and their families to challenge prejudice and change laws, and we directly support thousands of people to live their lives as they choose. We have an ambitious vision for the UK to be the best place in the world for people with a learning disability to live happy and healthy lives.
Volunteering with us is YOUR opportunity to help us achieve this, whilst having the chance to develop your skills, meet new people and join a passionate and dedicated team.
Empower individuals with learning disabilities and autism to reach their full potential and lead the lives they choose.
Actively Interviewing
This organisation is scheduling interviews as applications come in. They're ready to hire as soon as they find the right person. Don't miss your opportunity, apply now!
We offer a lifelong befriending service for adults with learning disabilities. Matching the skills and interests of passionate visitors with the specific hobbies and interests of the people we visit. Visitors visit six times a year to create a 1-2-1 connection, offer companionship, encourage people to do the things they enjoy and check-in on their wellbeing. In many cases, the visitor is the only person in someone’s life who isn’t paid to be there for them.
We are looking for a patient and caring volunteer to visit a man in his early 60s who lives in a supported living home in central Coventry. He enjoys going to watch the football, woodwork and crafts, gentle walks, and watching sports and films.
Out and About Role
This is an Out and about visit role which means your visits are likely to be longer, very active and the person you visit will often take an active part in planning your outings and activities in the community. Your volunteer manager will be happy to help you with ideas and suggestions for things you can do. Visits will vary in length but tends to be around a couple of hours, sometimes shorter or longer, depending on what you plan to do.
In this role you will spend quality time with the person you visit and could do a range of different activities like:
- Sitting and having a chat
- Checking in on their well- being
- Going out to a local café/pub for a meal/drink
- Take part on community activities like visiting a place of interest, go shopping etc.
- Enjoying a walk
- A craft activity at home
As a Mencap volunteer visitor you will be:
- Friendly and approachable
- Accepting of others who might be different to yourself
- Reliable and patient
- Passionate about supporting people with a with a learning disability.
As a Mencap visitor you will:
- Have the opportunity to help make a difference to the life of the person you visit
- Receive a personalised volunteer induction and training
- Have agreed out of pocket expenses reimbursed
- Meet new people
- Get on-going support, and feel appreciated and valued
**About Mencap ** Mencap is the leading learning disability charity in England, Wales and Northern Ireland. We work with people with a learning disability and their families to challenge prejudice and change laws, and we directly support thousands of people to live their lives as they choose. We have an ambitious vision for the UK to be the best place in the world for people with a learning disability to live happy and healthy lives.
Volunteering with us is YOUR opportunity to help us achieve this, whilst having the chance to develop your skills, meet new people and join a passionate and dedicated team.
Empower individuals with learning disabilities and autism to reach their full potential and lead the lives they choose.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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This organisation is scheduling interviews as applications come in. They're ready to hire as soon as they find the right person. Don't miss your opportunity, apply now!
CREATIVE VOLUNTEERS (FILMMAKERS, DESIGNERS, EDITORS, MOTION GRAPHICS, PHOTOGRAPHERS)
Help SUNSHINE explode across London — and create the visuals that change lives
About SUNSHINE
SUNSHINE is a small but ambitious grassroots charity on a mission to reduce loneliness and help people feel truly seen, valued and connected. Every week, our volunteers bring warmth, joy and human connection to people who feel isolated, overlooked or alone.
As we prepare to launch publicly, we’re building a creative team who can help us bring SUNSHINE to life visually — through film, design, photography, motion graphics, storytelling and content that radiates hope, energy and connection.
Your creativity won’t just build a brand. It will help someone who feels invisible feel seen. It will help volunteers feel proud and part of something bigger. It will help SUNSHINE reach people who need us most.
This is your chance to shape the look, feel and heartbeat of a movement.
What You’ll Be Creating
Filmmakers & Video Editors
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Short films that capture real stories of connection and courage.
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Launch videos, social clips, micro‑documentaries and campaign content.
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Warm, human visuals that show the impact of SUNSHINE’s work.
Graphic Designers
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Social media graphics, posters, flyers and campaign visuals.
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Designs that feel joyful, inclusive and unmistakably SUNSHINE.
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Creative assets that help us reach people facing loneliness.
Motion Graphic Designers
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Animated content that brings our brand to life.
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Movement‑energy visuals for campaigns, launches and storytelling.
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Short, uplifting animations that spread SUNSHINE across London.
Photographers
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Warm, authentic images of volunteers, community moments and events.
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Portraits that capture dignity, joy and human connection.
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Visual stories that help people understand who we are.
Creatives of All Kinds
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If you’re creative, we want you.
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Writers, illustrators, editors, content creators, brand thinkers.
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Anyone who can help us tell stories that matter.
This Role Is for You If…
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You’re a creative soul who wants your work to mean something.
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You care deeply about loneliness, wellbeing and community.
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You want to help build a brand with heart, hope and purpose.
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You love storytelling, visuals and creating emotional impact.
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You’re excited by the idea of shaping a new charity from the ground up.
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You’re based in or connected to London.
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You want to grow your portfolio with meaningful, real‑world work.
Practical Details
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Location: Remote/Hybrid/Flexible
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Time: Flexible — contribute as and when you can
Why This Role Matters
Your creativity will reach people who feel forgotten. Your visuals will help someone take their first step into community. Your films, designs and images will help volunteers feel proud, connected and inspired. Your work will help SUNSHINE grow across London — and eventually beyond.
This is not just creative work. It’s storytelling with purpose. It’s design that heals. It’s art that brings people together.
How to Apply
Send a short note about yourself and (if you have one) a link to your portfolio or examples of your work. We review applications on a rolling basis — join us and help bring SUNSHINE to life.
SUNSHINE is a small grassroots charity that works to reduce loneliness & help people feel more connected: through projects, partnerships & community
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Actively Interviewing
This organisation is scheduling interviews as applications come in. They're ready to hire as soon as they find the right person. Don't miss your opportunity, apply now!
To help keep our soical media pages active with short, clear posts, We will provide most of the content - photos, updtaes and messages and you'll upload them in a friendly, consistant way. You wont need to design graphics, plan campaigns, or analyse data. The role is simple, practical and flexible . Communication is straightforward, and you can contribute whenever you have the time.
You should be reliable, friendly, and comfortable using soical media, able to follow simple guidance, and happy to post shot updates. A positive attitude to detail are all helpful
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.