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Chair of the Board of Trustees
The Ripple Pond Charity - Supporting Armed Forces and Veteran Families
A Voluntary Trustee Position
With reasonable expenses reimbursed
Please note that although the closing date for applications is 11 September 2026, we will be reviewing applications as they are received and may interview suitable candidates before the closing date. We therefore encourage interested candidates to apply early, as the recruitment process may close once a suitable appointment is made.
Help Shape the Future of Support for Military Families
The Ripple Pond is seeking an exceptional individual to serve as Chair of our Board of Trustees.
This is an opportunity to lead a unique and growing charity that supports the families and carers of Armed Forces personnel and veterans who have sustained a service-related physical or psychological injury. Through peer support, advocacy, collaboration and innovation, we help military families feel seen, heard and supported throughout their journey.
We are looking for a values-driven leader with strategic vision, strong governance experience and a genuine commitment to improving the lives of military families and the wider Armed Forces community.
About the Role
As Chair, you will lead the Board of Trustees, ensuring that The Ripple Pond remains focused on its charitable purpose, strategic priorities and long-term sustainability.
Working closely with the Chief Executive Officer and fellow Trustees, you will help guide the charity through its next phase of development, strengthening our impact, partnerships and influence across the military, veterans, health and social care sectors.
You will function as an ambassador for the charity, helping to build relationships, influence decision-makers and create opportunities that support lasting positive change for those we support.
Who Are We Looking For?
The Chair of The Ripple Pond leads a small but complex charity that provides support to more than 1,200 Armed Forces and veteran family members across the UK. Around 20% of new Members joining our services live in environments that place them at high risk.
These challenges often arise from complex and overlapping circumstances, including addiction, suicidal ideation, domestic abuse, safeguarding concerns, risk of homelessness and wider welfare needs.
This places significant responsibility on the Chair to provide strong board leadership, support and develop trustees, maintain effective governance and strategic oversight, and work in close partnership with the CEO to ensure the charity remains focused on delivering meaningful impact for military families. The Chair also acts as one of the charity's principal ambassadors and public representatives.
We are seeking an individual with a broad range of experience and perspectives, ideally gained across multiple sectors. This might include commercial business, the public sector, healthcare, social care, the arts, the Armed Forces, emergency services or the voluntary sector.
You will have experience in developing and delivering regional or national strategies that have achieved sustainable and measurable positive outcomes, preferably through collaboration and partnership with a range of stakeholders.
You will have operated at executive or equivalent senior leadership level and be comfortable working across organisational boundaries, where success is achieved through influence, relationships and shared purpose rather than formal authority alone.
You will possess a strong understanding of risk, including strategic, organisational, and people-related risks, and be able to explain complex issues in a way that is clear, practical, and accessible to others.
Most importantly, you will demonstrate humility, integrity and compassion. You will care deeply about people, value the contribution of others and be motivated by a desire to serve the Armed Forces community and improve the lives of military families.
Role Profile
We are seeking an experienced senior leader who can provide effective governance, constructive challenge and confident stewardship to help guide The Ripple Pond through its next phase of development.
The successful candidate will bring:
Experience and Capability
Organisational Leadership and Change
Governance, Finance and Risk
Influence, Partnerships and Representation
Leadership Style and Values
We are particularly interested in individuals who demonstrate:
Integrity and Accountability
A commitment to ethical leadership, transparency and maintaining the highest standards of governance.
Collaborative Leadership
The ability to build trust, bring people together and create an environment where trustees, Members, workforce, partners and other stakeholders feel valued and able to contribute. You will listen, encourage open discussion and help create a shared sense of purpose both within The Ripple Pond and across the wider community.
Compassion and Respect
An understanding of the experiences of military families and carers, with genuine respect for different perspectives, backgrounds and lived experiences.
Courage and Constructive Challenge
You will be confident asking the difficult questions, challenging thinking and encouraging open and honest conversations. You will build trusted internal and strategic relationships, using your influence to ensure the experiences of military families and carers are understood and reflected in wider conversations and decision-making. This will help ensure that The Ripple Pond continues to play its part in shaping a stronger support landscape for military and veteran families.
Self-Awareness and Learning Mindset
A willingness to listen, reflect and continue developing, recognising that effective leadership requires curiosity, humility and openness to new ideas.
Commitment to Our Purpose
A genuine desire to improve the lives of military families, carers and veterans affected by service-related injury. You will understand the importance of lived experience in shaping services, strategy and practice, ensuring that those we support remain central to organisational decision-making.
Experience within the Armed Forces, veterans, healthcare, social care, public service or charity sectors would be beneficial but is not essential.
Safeguarding and Creating a Safe Culture
The Ripple Pond is committed to creating a safe, inclusive and supportive environment for all Members, volunteers, staff, trustees and partners. Safeguarding is fundamental to our work, and trustees share responsibility for ensuring that people feel respected, listened to and able to raise concerns.
The Chair will champion a strong safeguarding culture, ensuring the Board maintains appropriate oversight of safeguarding practice, risk management, policies and organisational culture.
Equality, Diversity and Inclusion
The Ripple Pond believes that diversity of experience and perspective strengthens our organisation and improves the support we provide. We welcome applications from people with different backgrounds, experiences and perspectives, including those with relevant lived experience.
The Chair will help ensure equality, diversity and inclusion are embedded throughout governance, decision-making, culture and service development, creating an organisation where everyone feels valued, respected and able to contribute.
Time Commitment
The role of Chair is a rewarding opportunity to make a meaningful contribution to the lives of Armed Forces and veteran families. While voluntary, it carries significant responsibility and requires a consistent commitment throughout the year.
Key responsibilities include:
Many meetings are held virtually to maximise accessibility and efficiency, although some travel will be required for Board meetings, key events and stakeholder engagement.
Professional Practice
As a national charity supporting over 1,200 military family members across the UK, the Chair will maintain an informed understanding of The Ripple Pond’s work, operating environment, opportunities and risks to provide effective Board leadership and appropriate support and challenge to the Chief Executive.
Applicants should be able to commit sufficient time in line with Charity Commission guidance and recognised principles of good governance. The time requirement will vary throughout the year, with additional involvement likely during periods of strategic development, organisational change or significant emerging issues.
Above all, the Chair will view this not simply as a governance appointment, but as an opportunity to help shape and strengthen an organisation making a lasting difference to military families across the United Kingdom.
Digital Confidence and Ways of Working
The Ripple Pond is a digitally enabled charity, with services, meetings and engagement activity delivered predominantly through online platforms. The Chair should therefore be comfortable working in a digital environment and using technology to support effective governance and communication.
This includes participating in virtual Board meetings, reviewing digital reports and documents, communicating with the Chief Executive and engaging with stakeholders online. Confidence using video conferencing, shared document systems and online collaboration tools is essential to ensure effective participation, timely decision-making and organisational agility.
Term of Appointment
The appointment is for an initial term of three years.
Trustees may be reappointed for further three-year terms up to a maximum of nine years, subject to the charity's governing document and Board approval.
Why Join Us?
This is an opportunity to lead the Board of a growing charity with a clear purpose and a strong commitment to military families across the United Kingdom.
The Ripple Pond exists because the experiences and challenges faced by families caring for injured serving personnel and veterans are often unseen and not fully recognised. As Chair, you will help shape our next chapter, working with an experienced team and community of Members to strengthen our impact, ensure the voices of military families and carers are heard, and help influence wider understanding, services and support.
As part of your application, you will be asked to complete a screening question to help us better understand your suitability for the role.
To apply, please submit:
A current CV.
A covering letter (maximum two pages), addressed to the Board of Trustees, explaining your interest in the role and how your skills, experience and personal qualities would enable you to make a positive contribution as Chair.
Following an initial review of applications, shortlisted candidates will be invited to interview with members of the Board. The interview will provide an opportunity to discuss your experience, leadership approach and aspirations for the role, while also allowing you to learn more about The Ripple Pond.
Supporting adult family members of physically or psychologically injured British Armed Forces personnel and veterans


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Are you looking for an opportunity to gain the experience and skills needed to kick-start your career within the conservation and wildlife sector?
We have an exciting opportunity for you to join our Northern Projects team on a dedicated learning and development programme specialising in rivers and wetlands.
Yorkshire Wildlife Trust (YWT)’s mission is to create a Yorkshire rich in wildlife for the benefit of everyone – more wildlife, more wild places and more people having a strong connection to nature. Within our Northern region we manage 36 nature reserves, as well as a number of exciting projects. Enabling nature’s recovery takes time and effort and the North Team benefits from the help and support of volunteers to make our vision a reality, whilst providing a first-rate learning and development opportunity for people wanting to focus on a career in nature conservation.
The role of the River and Wetlands Voluntary Placement is for the volunteer to support and be involved in the management of conservation projects in North Yorkshire. Working alongside a team of knowledgeable staff, you will help in planning, development, and the practical delivery of this work. This role will allow you to get an in-depth understanding of working in the conservation sector - you will gain experience in developing river restoration and wetland projects on a local scale whilst working alongside landowners on private land. You will have an opportunity to be directly involved in projects which help to reduce sediment inputs into the watercourse, increase biodiversity and encourage natural flood management.
What will you be doing?
On this Voluntary Placement you will gain experience in supporting with river restoration and wetland creation projects in North Yorkshire. You will be based in our York office with field work largely carried out near Northallerton, Whitby and York. You will primarily assist our Project Officers in undertaking work on third party land, however there will also be the opportunity to support other members of the wider team to enhance your development. You have the opportunity to gain experience in the following areas:
What's in it for you?
80% of volunteers on longer term placements with YWT have successfully found employment within the sector or gone on to relevant further studies.
Recruitment Information:
2 days per week, Monday- Friday with flexibility to suit the voluntary placement. Closing deadline for applications 9am, Thursday 20th August 2026.
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Summary
The gardening and growing volunteer will support our accommodation sites in maintaining their outdoor spaces at our sites across Hertfordshire and Bucks including
Brindle Court, Watford
Northgate End, Bishop's Stortford
Our smaller sites in Stevenage, Hoddesdon and Hemel Hempstead
Crest Rd, High Wycombe
Detailed description
Having access to a secure garden or outdoor area can be crucial for providing opportunities to socialise and relax, which can be invaluable for the mental well-being of our residents.
The gardening and growing volunteer will support our accommodation sites in maintaining their outdoor spaces, including:
·Weeding
·Sweeping
·Pruning
·Clearing leaves and large twigs
·Watering plants
·Planting bulbs and tidying up flower beds
We would love for this to be an opportunity to involve our residents and potentially lead a gardening activity with them, equipping them with knowledge and skills to maintain their own green spaces in the future.
You will need:
A full induction to the service and specific site will be provided as well as access to training and events throughout the year!
Some sites have basic tools however any additional tools and material required can be discussed with your volunteer manager .
What volunteers need:
You will be required to under go a Disclosure and Barring Service check and provide details of 2 x referees
What we will provide to volunteers:
One YMCA's mission is to create supportive and energizing communities where young people can belong, contribute, and thrive.
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A charity based in Croydon, Surrey, London, UK is looking for volunteer Charity Volunteer Assistants; to volunteer 30 unpaid hours per week. The Charity serves a multi ethnic community especially people from Black and ethnic minority backgrounds.
Responsibilities:
Person Specification:
This is a non-paid one year temporary position however accommodation and maintenance will be provided.
All interested candidates are required to send us a letter of application, a resume, and contact to the email provided. If your application is accepted, you will be invited for a telephone interview. Any applications received after the closing date will not be considered unless we have been unable to find a suitable candidate for this vacancy.
Successful candidates will require a DBS/POLICE check and references prior to commencement.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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�� BOARD EXPECTATIONS (Applies to ALL Members)
Every GLF board member plays a direct role in the success and sustainability of the organisation.
�� Core Expectations
Fundraising Commitment:
Every board member must actively participate in fundraising campaigns, donor outreach, and sponsorship drives.
Each member is required to make a personal monthly donation to the organisation (amount optional but meaningful).
Time Commitment:
Minimum of 20 hours per month, including board meetings, subcommittee work, fundraising events, and strategic planning.
Ambassadorship:
Represent GLF publicly as a visible ambassador at community events, speaking engagements, and networking functions.
Governance & Accountability:
Ensure the organisation operates ethically, transparently, and in alignment with its mission and legal obligations.
Strategic Leadership:
Contribute skills, knowledge, and professional networks to advance the organisation’s growth, partnerships, and visibility.
Passion for the Mission:
Demonstrated commitment to supporting children, teenagers, and single-parent families experiencing hardship.
�� OVERALL BOARD MEMBER BENEFITS
Prestige: Founding member of a ground-breaking national social enterprise.
Networking: Exclusive access to philanthropists, public officials, and corporate leaders.
Leadership Development: Gain board-level governance and strategic experience.
Impact Legacy: Directly shape programs that provide homes, hope, and opportunity for hundreds of lives.
Visibility: Public recognition through GLF website, media, and national campaigns.
Personal Fulfilment: Be part of a purpose-driven organisation changing the narrative for children and families in need.
�� IDEAL CANDIDATE PROFILE (For All Roles)
We are looking for leaders who are:
Deeply passionate about social impact, youth empowerment, and family stability.
Professionally experienced (1+ years) in their area of expertise.
Team players who bring creativity, positivity, and initiative.
Connected and influential, willing to open doors and amplify GLF’s message.
Dedicated, committing time, expertise, and monthly donations.
Position: Board of Director - Fundraising & Partnerships Expert (Unpaid Volunteer Role)
Reports to: Board Chairperson
Location: Hybrid (remote + in-person events as needed)
Purpose: To lead all donor relations, sponsorships, and income-generation initiatives.
Key Responsibilities:
Identify and engage high-value donors, sponsors, and investors.
Create innovative fundraising campaigns and grant proposals.
Build long-term relationships with corporations and philanthropists.
Collaborate with the marketing team for event-based fundraising.
Mentor board members in effective fundraising techniques.
Requirements/Skills:
Experience in fundraising, business development, or grant writing.
Strong negotiation and networking abilities.
Passion for social causes and storytelling.
Benefits:
Access to elite philanthropic and corporate networks.
Recognition as a key force in funding life-changing housing and support programs.
Direct involvement in shaping financial growth strategy.
Compensation:
This is an unpaid volunteer position.
At Guardian Light Foundation, we restore hope for homeless children, teens and single parents scarred by abuse, harassment and homelessness.
As a charity, our Trustees are the governing body of our organisation. They fulfil a vital role and help ensure that the Mayor’s Fund for London delivers on its mission and purpose and uses its resources effectively. Much more than that, they help set and shape the strategy of the Charity, they live its values, and they are ambassadors on its behalf.
We are currently recruiting for 3 new Trustees.
As a charity that supports and champions better outcomes for young people in London, we are especially interested in recruiting some new trustees aged 24-30. This may be through direct experience of the challenges young Londoners are facing, through experience and knowledge of our programmes and activities, and/or a desire to take a step into a strategic governance role with a charity whose mission matters to them.
The Board already has a wide range of diversity, experience and expertise, and we are keen to continue to broaden that experience through this recruitment. In particular, we are looking for some knowledge in:
At the Mayor’s Fund for London, we want our Trustees to feel part of our team. To bring insights and experience into our organisation, and to be prepared to work collaboratively with staff and young people, to shape opportunities for the future.
The Board meets four times per year (March, July, September, and December), and has one sub-committee covering Finance, Audit and Risk (FAR), which meets two weeks before the Board. Trustees are expected to attend all full Board meetings, and those nominated to join the FAR Committee are expected to attend those meetings too. All of our meetings are currently online to allow flexibility, and there is an expectation that, from time to time, Trustees will engage with the staff team and be present at our events.
How to apply
Please provide a copy of your CV and, in no more than 1-2 pages, a written response to these two questions:
Application deadline: midday on Tuesday, 11th August 2026
Full details and further information, including support during the application stage, can be found in our recruitment pack.
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Our vision is to help build communities that save lives and serve each other through volunteering for health and first aid.
Young people play a crucial role in helping us realise this mission. As a volunteer with our youth teams, you’ll be trained to provide our young people with both life skills and lifesaving skills – all while having great fun!
You’ll be working with our brilliant Badgers (aged 7-10) or creative Cadets (aged 11-18). You’ll also have the opportunity to design your own role, whether that involves running fun activities – such as outdoor events, summer camps and mountain adventures – or providing ‘behind-the-scenes’ support.
We’ll offer you the chance to become a fully-fledged Youth Leader, which will mean completing extra courses in First Aid or Adventure to broaden your capacity and experience.
Would you like to volunteer once a week or once a month? That’s entirely up to you. With the constant guidance of a friendly volunteer manager and youth team, you’ll have all the support you need to make bold strides and rediscover your inner ‘big kid’.
Expectation to attend weekly cadet unit meetings (Tuesday evenings) and ensure the effective delivery of the cadet program to young people in the unit. Training and support will be provided in role and the successful candidate will have a team of youth helpers/leaders supporting in delivery of the cadet program in this area.
This role is exempt from the provisions of the Rehabilitations Offenders Act and as such as Enhanced DBS check will be obtained.
Closing date for this advert is 07/08/2026
Training Date, Times and Location to be advised
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If you are external to SJA, please apply below:
At Rethink Mental Illness, we believe everyone deserves understanding, connection, and the chance to live a fulfilling life. Our volunteers play a vital role in supporting people affected by mental illness and helping create communities where no one feels alone.
About the role
As a Community Support Volunteer you will:
As a Community Support Volunteer, you will complete face-to-face befriending activities with service users. You need to be able to travel around the locality in which you live to be able to do this. Ideally, you will be able to commit to a minimum of 1/2 a day (3-4 hours) of volunteering per week on a flexible basis, with the option to increase.
You will be working alongside our team of community link workers.
There may also be the opportunity to also attend different community events to advertise the service.
There will be full training opportunities to ensure that you are successful in your volunteering role, as well as regular check-in meetings.
About the service
The Empowering Minds Gloucestershire Service currently run group sessions for service users across Gloucestershire.
Our team is dedicated to delivering a high-quality service that focuses on supporting individuals to achieve their recovery goals. The aim is to improve the lives and support independence for those living with a mental illness. The team will engage with other local providers to ensure a clear and seamless pathway for those that require support from multiple providers.
What will make you a great fit for this role?
It’s essentials to have the following:
Although it’s not essential, you may also have:
How to apply
To apply, please click the “apply now” button and complete a short interest form. You will have the opportunity to upload a CV and/or cover letter however, this is not mandatory.
A member of the team will review your application and be in touch to update you on the next steps. If your application is successful, you will be invited to take part in an informal volunteer discussion.
If you have any questions about the role or would like to find out more before applying, please contact the volunteer manager:
Who are we?
We’re Rethink Mental Illness, a leading charity provider of mental health services in England. We support thousands of people through our groups, services, policy, campaigns and advice and information. Our work supports us in delivering on our mission: “A better life for everyone severely affected by mental illness.”
It is an exciting time to join our growing charity. We are on a transformation journey, one that supports the delivery of the organisation strategy – delivering Communities that Care. Supporting employees, managers and leaders through this change is a key priority for the People function. Just like its key that we attract diverse people to come and work for us.
Diversity, Equity, Inclusion
Diversity is important to us and we appreciate difference through difference, inclusiveness and belonging. It gives us a deeper understanding of the world, our society and the diverse communities we’re working with. By including everyone, we are able to draw on the unique experiences and expertise of our people to help shape and enrich our workplace and improve our services. One way we are doing is through our valued staff networks which play a critical and highly valued role in keeping us focused on creating a diverse, inclusive and engaged employer. We recognise and support staff networks for our Black, Asian and minority ethnic and our LGBTQIA+ colleagues. We are also proud to have been awarded Disability Confident Employer status and are a signatory to the Business in the Community Race at Work Charter.
Becoming a truly anti-racist organisation
We have an ambition of become a truly anti-racist employer, campaigning organisation and service provider - and in our efforts to influence policy and wider societal factors impacting on mental health set out in our anti-racist statement . We have designed a multi-year anti-racist programme of work contained in our Race Equality Action Plan which demonstrate our intention to hold ourselves accountable and be judged on our progress on becoming a truly anti-racist organisation.
We’re Rethink Mental Illness and no matter how bad things are, we can help people severely affected by mental illness to improve their lives.
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Volunteering Opportunity
Group Activities Mentor
What You’ll Do
Support a small group of older people aged 65+ to become more active and improve their wellbeing. You'll facilitate discussions, encourage participation, and help the group work towards shared goals during a 12-week programme.
You will:
· Support a group of up to 6 participants
· Help the group identify a shared wellbeing or physical activity goal
· Facilitate weekly group sessions
· Encourage participation and positive peer support
· Monitor progress towards agreed goals
· Introduce ideas and activities that support healthy ageing and wellbeing
· Maintain attendance and session records
Skills You’ll Use or Develop
· Group facilitation
· Communication and leadership
· Motivation and coaching skills
· Confidence managing group discussions
· Organisation and planning
· Problem-solving and teamwork
Time Commitment
Minimum 2 hours per week
Flexible weekdays between 9:00am and 5:00pm
Location: Community locations around Enfield
Reports to: Communities in Motion Manager
Ready to Apply?
Our Volunteer Opportunities Pack and Volunteer Application Form are attached and available to download.
If you're interested in joining our volunteer team, simply complete the application form and email it to us. (Email address included in the application pack)
Once we've received your application, we'll arrange an informal telephone chat to discuss the volunteer role(s) you're interested in, answer any questions you may have, and help you find the opportunity that's the best fit for you.
We look forward to hearing from you!
We're a local charity working in the community to support older people, their families and carers. We want everyone to be able to love later life.


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We are looking for enthusiastic Badminton Session Volunteers to help lead and support our weekly badminton sessions!
We are looking for enthusiastic Badminton Session Volunteers to help lead and support our weekly badminton sessions, encouraging residents to improve their physical and mental wellbeing through sport.
Location:
Wycombe Badminton Centre
Crest Road
High Wycombe
Buckinghamshire
Session Times:
Project Resilience provides easily accessible opportunities for our hostel residents to take part in a variety of social and sporting activities, helping to improve their overall health, wellbeing and confidence.
We are looking for volunteers who are passionate about badminton and enjoy encouraging others to participate in a fun, supportive and inclusive environment.
Your responsibilities will include:
This role offers a rewarding opportunity to motivate and support vulnerable residents while helping them improve their physical health, mental wellbeing and social connections. You'll gain valuable coaching and leadership experience while making a positive impact within the community.
You will need:
What we will provide:
Please note: You will be required to undergo a DBS check, and we will require two references before you begin volunteering.
One YMCA's mission is to create supportive and energizing communities where young people can belong, contribute, and thrive.
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A charity based in Croydon, Surrey, London, UK is looking for volunteer Charity Volunteer Assistants; to volunteer 30 unpaid hours per week. The Charity serves a multi ethnic community especially people from Black and ethnic minority backgrounds.
Responsibilities:
Person Specification:
This is a non-paid one year temporary position however accommodation and maintenance will be provided.
All interested candidates are required to send us a letter of application, a resume, and contact to the email provided. If your application is accepted, you will be invited for a telephone interview. Any applications received after the closing date will not be considered unless we have been unable to find a suitable candidate for this vacancy.
Successful candidates will require a DBS/POLICE check and references prior to commencement.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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Job Title: Operations Assistant (Volunteer Role)
Location: London - Hybrid / Remote]
Contract Type: Volunteer (with potential to become a paid salaried role)
Hours: Flexible / Approx. 20 hours per week
About the Role
We are looking for a dedicated and detail-oriented Operations Assistant to support the CEO and Operations Manager in ensuring the smooth running of daily operations. This role will involve working at the heart of the organisation, contributing to both strategic projects and routine administrative tasks.
Initially offered as a voluntary position, this opportunity has the potential to evolve into a salaried role as the organisation continues to grow.
Key Responsibilities
Provide day-to-day operational and administrative support to the CEO and Operations Manager.
Assist with coordinating projects, ensuring deadlines are met and deliverables achieved.
Maintain accurate records, systems, and documentation to support efficient workflows.
Help track budgets, invoices, and expenses in coordination with the Operations Manager.
Support meeting preparation, including agendas, minutes, and follow-up actions.
Coordinate logistics for internal and external meetings, events, and travel.
Liaise with stakeholders, suppliers, and partners in a professional and timely manner.
Contribute ideas to improve processes and enhance organisational efficiency.
Provide general administrative support as required across the organisation.
Skills & Qualities We’re Looking For
Strong organisational skills and attention to detail.
Excellent written and verbal communication abilities.
A proactive, can-do attitude with the confidence to work alongside senior leadership.
Competence with Microsoft Office Suite and/or collaboration tools (e.g., Google Workspace, project management platforms).
Ability to prioritise tasks and manage time effectively.
Flexible and adaptable, with a willingness to take on varied responsibilities.
Previous experience in operations, administration, or project coordination is desirable but not essential.
What You’ll Gain
Direct experience working with a CEO and Operations Manager.
A unique insight into both the strategic and operational running of an organisation.
Opportunities to develop skills in project coordination, administration, and process improvement.
Flexibility to fit the role around other commitments.
Clear potential for the role to develop into a permanent, paid position.
Additional Information
This is a volunteer role at the outset. We are committed to supporting your professional development, offering mentorship and opportunities to gain practical, hands-on experience. As the organisation grows, there is strong potential for this position to transition into a paid salaried role.
The Abundant Woman empowers women with support, wellness, and community, fostering resilience and sisterhood for abundant, fulfilling lives.
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Volunteering Opportunity
Day Centre Meet & Greet
What You’ll Do
As a Meet & Greet Volunteer, you’ll be a friendly first point of contact at our day centre, helping to create a safe, welcoming and well-supported environment for people living with dementia, their families, and visitors.
You will:
· Welcome clients, visitors, and family members as they arrive
· Help maintain a safe environment by being present and aware of who is entering and leaving the centre
· Gently support clients to remain within safe areas if needed
· Provide information, leaflets, or signposting to visitors
· Work alongside staff to ensure the day runs smoothly
Skills You’ll Use or Develop
· Friendly and confident communication
· Awareness, observation, and promoting a safe environment
· Patience, empathy, and understanding of dementia
· Teamwork and following guidance from staff
Time Commitment
4 hours between 9:30 am and 4:00 pm
(Weekdays)
Location: The Mabel Churn Centre, 55b Sunny Road, Enfield, EN3 5EF
Reports to: Day Centre Manager
Ready to Apply?
Our Volunteer Opportunities Pack and Volunteer Application Form are attached and available to download.
If you're interested in joining our volunteer team, simply complete the application form and email it to us. (Email address included in the application pack)
Once we've received your application, we'll arrange an informal telephone chat to discuss the volunteer role(s) you're interested in, answer any questions you may have, and help you find the opportunity that's the best fit for you.
We look forward to hearing from you!
We're a local charity working in the community to support older people, their families and carers. We want everyone to be able to love later life.


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Volunteering Opportunity
Flyer Distributor
What You’ll Do
Help promote Age UK Enfield services and events by distributing flyers and posters in local community spaces. You’ll raise awareness and act as a friendly face for the organisation in your local area.
You will:
· Distribute flyers and materials to homes, libraries, shops, cafes, community centres and GP surgeries
· Engage with the public in a polite, friendly way
· Answer basic questions about Age UK Enfield
· Keep a simple log of where you’ve delivered materials and how many
· Report back to your supervisor with any feedback or updates
Skills You’ll Use or Develop
· Confidence working independently
· Good communication skills
· Willingness to walk and stand for periods of time
· Professional and approachable attitude
· Reliable and well organised
Time Commitment
2–4 hours between 10:00 am and 2:00 pm
(Flexible days)
Location: Various locations across the London Borough of Enfield
Reports to: Communications, Marketing & Volunteer Manager
Ready to Apply?
Our Volunteer Opportunities Pack and Volunteer Application Form are attached and available to download.
If you're interested in joining our volunteer team, simply complete the application form and email it to us. (Email address included in the application pack)
Once we've received your application, we'll arrange an informal telephone chat to discuss the volunteer role(s) you're interested in, answer any questions you may have, and help you find the opportunity that's the best fit for you.
We look forward to hearing from you!
We're a local charity working in the community to support older people, their families and carers. We want everyone to be able to love later life.


The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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Volunteering Opportunity
Social Media and Communications Assistant
What You’ll Do
Help promote Age UK Enfield’s work by creating engaging content for social media and supporting our communications. You’ll help us reach more older people, volunteers, and supporters through creative, informative posts and storytelling.
You will:
· Create social media posts using provided content or your own creative ideas
· Take photos or short videos at events
· Assist with newsletters, leaflets, and other communications
· Share insights or analytics to help improve our reach
Skills You’ll Use or Develop
· Creativity and written communication skills
· Social media content creation
· Basic digital design (e.g., using Canva – training can be provided)
· Attention to detail and tone of voice
· Awareness of inclusive and accessible communication
Time Commitment
2–4 hours per week (Flexible days)
Location: Age UK Office and some remote working
Reports to: Communications, Marketing & Volunteer Manager
Ready to Apply?
Our Volunteer Opportunities Pack and Volunteer Application Form are attached and available to download.
If you're interested in joining our volunteer team, simply complete the application form and email it to us. (Email address included in the application pack)
Once we've received your application, we'll arrange an informal telephone chat to discuss the volunteer role(s) you're interested in, answer any questions you may have, and help you find the opportunity that's the best fit for you.
We look forward to hearing from you!
We're a local charity working in the community to support older people, their families and carers. We want everyone to be able to love later life.


The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.