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Are you looking to gain finance experience while making a meaningful impact in the community? Join Hidayah as a finance assistant in this volunteer-based role under the guidance of the treasurer.
Hidayah is a volunteer-led organisation supporting LGBTQI+ Muslims through community support, advocacy, education, and wellbeing initiatives. The finance assistant supports the financial operations of the organisation by helping maintain accurate financial records, assisting with reporting and budgeting, and supporting the treasurer with day-to-day finance administration.
This role is flexible and requires a minimum of 2 hours per week, with occasional additional time required during busy periods or year-end processes.
Key Responsibilities
Support the Treasurer with financial administration and record-keeping.
Input and maintain financial data using Google Sheets and Sage.
Organise invoices, receipts, bank statements, and financial documentation.
Assist with bank reconciliations and volunteer expense claims.
Help prepare monthly financial updates and reports for the board.
Support budgeting, audits, year-end preparation, and strategy reporting.
Maintain confidentiality and handle financial information responsibly.
Attend monthly meetings and provide support where required.
Person Specification
Essential Skills & Experience
Basic understanding of finance, bookkeeping, or accounting principles.
Good IT skills, particularly using spreadsheets.
Strong attention to detail and accuracy.
Ability to work independently and collaboratively.
Good organisational and communication skills.
Experience using accounting software such as Sage (desirable).
Commitment to the mission and values of Hidayah.
Commitment Expected
Attend periodic online 121s with the treasurer.
Be available for occasional catch-up meetings with the treasurer and chair.
Respond to emails and finance-related tasks promptly.
Support accurate financial record-keeping and reporting.
Benefits of the Role
Opportunity to make a meaningful impact within LGBTQ+ Muslim communities.
Gain practical experience in charity finance and governance.
Build confidence and strengthen your CV.
Opportunity to work with a supportive and passionate volunteer team.
Networking, training and professional development opportunities.
Our mission is to provide support and welfare for LGBTQI+ Muslims
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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Across the UK, our 65 local branches work with disabled people to help them live the lives they choose. Our network of skilled volunteers respond to thousands of requests each year to design and make customised equipment free of charge.
As our local branch Finance/Treasurer volunteer, you’ll make sure your branch gets the most for its money.
You’ll maintain income and expenditure records to document and report on branch finances. You’ll manage their accounts and make financial information easy to understand.
What the role involves
This is a varied role that each branch tends to do a bit differently, but it will involve:
• Accurately maintaining income and expenditure records to document and report on branch finances
• Offering objectivity around the spending of money and ensuring money is spent in a cost-effective manner
• Approving income and expenditure with the other branch bank account signatories
• Ensuring that our financial requirements and policies relating to group finances are followed
We can support you to develop the skills you need for this role, and there’s an induction that covers all the areas above. You’ll also have chance to discuss your role and any additional needs with us.
What you’ll need for this role
• Confident using Microsoft Office, the internet and email
• Experience in bookkeeping, budgeting, and planning income and expenditure
• Able to apply disability, equality, and inclusion practices
• Able to keep people’s personal data safe
• A commitment to our aims and values
You’ll also need to complete the induction checklist and some online training.
Where will I volunteer?
The Finance Volunteer role is largely home based, but it varies from branch to branch – some branches hold in-person meetings once a month or so, and their Finance Volunteers tend to be based in the area the branch covers.
If it works better for you, however, there’s a possibility this role could be done remotely.
Your local branch will be able to provide more information.
Time commitment
This also varies, but it’s generally around 1-2 hours a week.
Why volunteer
When you volunteer with us, you join a community of committed people with a passion for helping to improve the lives of others. We’re a volunteer led organisation and we couldn’t do what we do without your hard work, skills and commitment.
N.B. We’ll reimburse any out-of-pocket expenses during your time
REMAP exists to improve the quality of life for people who experience short or long-term disability through infirmity, illness or ageing.
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Are you looking for a pivotal role in a diverse, groundbreaking charity? Join Hidayah as our next treasurer on the Board of Trustees.
Hidayah is a volunteer-led organisation supporting LGBTQ+ Muslims through community support, advocacy, education, and wellbeing initiatives.
The treasurer carries out Hidayah’s financial responsibilities, files reports, and presents regularly to the Board of Trustees.
What do we specifically expect of this role?
To take accountability for the bank account and to be an authorised signatory.
To present financial updates at Trustee meetings and to devolve budgets where necessary.
To ensure adherence to budgets.
To present a predicted target and actual budget for the year.
To work with the chair to give breakdowns of costings for fundraising bids and for events/activities/paid members of staff.
To create the annual year-end financial report for the Charity Commission.
To seek out revenue opportunities within the limits of Hidayah’s activities.
To document how restricted and unrestricted funds are spent, including reports for grant funders.
To approach organisations for donations and sponsorship opportunities.
To increase revenue through public donations (online and actual) and to be proactive in doing this.
To work with other Trustees to plan income-generating activities.
How much commitment is required?
This role requires a minimum commitment of 4–5 hours per week, with additional time required during busy periods or organisational activities. The following commitments are in place for all Hidayah Trustees:
To be able to attend all Trustee meetings.
To deliver a comprehensive report at each Board meeting with updates, completing actions in time;
To aim to attend all other meetings as necessary, including the annual Strategy Day, annual General Meeting and (where geography permits) Hidayah events.
To help to fundraise for and advertise any Hidayah events and fundraising drives.
To be part of a communications group (via Discord) to keep up to date with Hidayah developments.
To contribute to and to maintain the administration of our file-sharing system, Google Drive, so it is always up-to-date with clear records, templates, and forms.
To check emails and to respond when needed.
Line managing the finance assistant, including regular 121 meetings.
Enthusiasm, dedication, responsiveness, flexibility, and eagerness in supporting the aims, vision, and mission of Hidayah.
To contribute to the Charity Commission's annual report once a year.
The role is subject to a 6-month probationary period.
To read new Hidayah policies and initiatives.
To read, understand, and agree with the constitution of Hidayah (available on the website).
What do we expect from a treasurer?
Please note that you must agree with and fit the essential criteria below to be eligible to volunteer in this role:
Knowledge & Experience:
Educated to degree level or has experience which demonstrates equivalent analytical ability.
Knowledge of quality assurance systems and their benefits for the voluntary sector.
Knowledge of good governance procedures for the voluntary sector.
Experience of budget management, preferably in the charity sector, but applicable to other sectors.
High level of numeracy and close attention to detail.
Basic AAT (Association of Accounting Technicians) experience is desirable but not essential.
Skills & Attributes
Ability or willingness to learn line managing, developing, coaching, and motivating volunteers.
Working and influencing at both a strategic and operational level, ensuring excellent working relationships with trustees and volunteers.
A self-starter who can maintain their workload with minimal supervision.
Friendliness, enthusiasm, dedication, responsiveness, flexibility, and eagerness in supporting the aims, vision, and mission of Hidayah.
Ability to respond to conflict situations (if needed) with professionalism, adhering to Hidayah’s policies.
Ability to handle and learn filing, online banking, and finance systems, including Google Drive and Sage.
What benefits do I get from this role?
Contributing to Hidayah’s cause, with the opportunity to make a meaningful impact within LGBTQI+ Muslim communities.
Strategic leadership experience and development of charity governance skills.
Opportunity to expand your professional and community networks.
Experience working with a passionate and supportive volunteer team.
Our mission is to provide support and welfare for LGBTQI+ Muslims
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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VOLUNTEER ADMINISTRATOR
Across the UK, our 65 local branches work with disabled people to help them live the lives they choose. Our network of skilled volunteers respond to thousands of requests each year to design and make customised equipment free of charge.
Our Administrator volunteers are the lynchpin our local branch activities. They act as the first point of contact, ensure useful information is circulated to other members and help us make sure we keep all the data and details we need up to date.
What the role involves
This is a varied role that each branch tends to do a bit differently, but it will involve:
• Keeping records and data up to date and taking notes at meetings
• Preparing mail-outs
• Answering enquiries
• Accessing the branch Remap Email and Portal accounts
• Booking venues for meetings
• Ensuring branch members are aware of current agreements/activities
We can support you to develop the skills you need for this role, and there’s an induction that covers all the areas above. You’ll also have chance to discuss your role and any additional needs with us.
What you’ll need for this role
• Confident using Microsoft Office, the internet and email
• Comfortable organising the administration of a group
• Able to follow Remap policies and procedures
• Able to understand and apply our risk management system
• Able to apply disability, equality, and inclusion practices
• Able to keep people’s personal details safe• Able to apply disability, equality, and inclusion practices
• Able to keep people’s personal details safe
• Willing to follow Remap policies and procedures and a commitment to our aims and values
You’ll also need to complete the induction checklist and some online training.
Where will I volunteer?
The Finance Volunteer role is largely home based, but it varies from branch to branch – some branches hold in-person meetings once a month or so, and their Finance Volunteers tend to be based in the area the branch covers.
If it works better for you, however, there’s a possibility this role could be done remotely.
Time commitment
This also varies, but it’s generally around 1-2 hours a week.
Why volunteer
When you volunteer with us, you join a community of committed people with a passion for helping to improve the lives of others. We’re a volunteer led organisation and we couldn’t do what we do without your hard work, skills and commitment.
N.B. We’ll reimburse any out-of-pocket expenses during your time with us
REMAP exists to improve the quality of life for people who experience short or long-term disability through infirmity, illness or ageing.
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Guardian Light Foundation Board of Directors – Roles, Expectations & Benefits Our Mission
Guardian Light Foundation (GLF) is a for-profit social enterprise dedicated to transforming the lives of homeless and abused children, teenagers, and struggling single-parent families. We provide safe housing, education, career pathways, legal aid, and life-skills support to help individuals rebuild their lives with dignity and independence.
We are building not just an organisation — but a movement of hope, empowerment, and social impact.
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 - Treasurer (Unpaid Volunteer Role)
Reports to: Board Chairperson
Location: Hybrid (remote + in-person events as needed)
Responsibilities:
Oversee all financial matters including budgeting, accounting, and financial reporting.
Ensure compliance with statutory financial regulations and charity law.
Work closely with auditors and the Finance Committee.
Present financial reports at each board meeting.
Support fundraising and resource management strategy.
Requirements:
Background in finance, accounting, or business administration.
Knowledge of charity finance and UK financial reporting standards.
Integrity and attention to detail.
Benefits:
Direct influence over financial sustainability and impact measurement.
Recognition in philanthropic financial management networks.
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.
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Volunteer Admin Manager & Committee Secretary
Help Keep MINDSET Organised as We Launch Our New Charity
MINDSET is a brand‑new men’s wellbeing and personal growth charity — and we’re looking for a highly organised, reliable volunteer to join us as our Admin Manager & Committee Secretary.
Our mission is to help men build resilience, confidence, emotional awareness, and healthier coping skills through practical, reflective, skills‑based support. To launch successfully, we need strong, consistent admin support to keep everything running smoothly.
If you can spare just a few hours a month and enjoy organising, coordinating, and supporting a small team, we’d love to hear from you.
What You’ll Do
We’re looking for someone who can help us:
Provide admin support across our start‑up charity
Act as Secretary for our Steering Group and committees
Schedule meetings and send reminders
Prepare agendas and take minutes
Keep documents organised and up to date
Support volunteer onboarding and record‑keeping
Help maintain simple systems and processes
Ensure communication flows smoothly across the team
Your role will be central to keeping MINDSET structured, organised, and ready to grow.
Who We’re Looking For
Someone who is:
Organised, reliable, and good with detail
Comfortable with basic admin tasks
Confident writing emails, agendas, and minutes
Able to keep information tidy and accessible
Friendly, supportive, and good at communication
Happy to take on small tasks that make a big difference
Passionate about helping a new charity get off the ground
Experience in admin, office support, PA work, or committee secretarial roles is helpful but not essential.
Time Commitment
A few hours per month, flexible around your schedule
One Steering Group meeting per month
Occasional short tasks between meetings
All work can be done remotely
Perfect for someone who enjoys admin and wants to make a meaningful impact without a big time commitment.
Why Join Us?
Play a key role in helping a new charity launch successfully
Use your organisational skills to support a meaningful mission
Gain experience in charity administration and governance
Be part of a friendly, purpose‑driven team
Help create the systems and structure that will shape MINDSET’s future
Your support will help us stay organised, focused, and ready to deliver life‑changing programmes for men.
Interested?
Tell us a little about yourself and why you’d like to get involved.
To empower men across England to take charge of their mental wellbeing and personal growth through connection, conversation, and community.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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SHASBAH is in need of a Volunteer Treasurer to help continue our 60 year old charity and ensure smooth running of the charity finances while providing the trustee board and staff with appropriate budgetary and financial information on the activities of the charity including organising annual accounts.
A Treasurer maintains effective governance of the organisations affairs, ensuring its financial viability and ensuring that proper processes and procedures exist for assuring all financial records, decisions and delegations are maintained. Ensuring our mission statement is being fulfilled. SHASBAH charity has trustees with a range of skills and lots of lived experience and has a small staff team.
The Treasurer role will include:
Ensuring that all accounts are prepared and disclosed in the form required by funders and the relevant statutory bodies including Charity Commission.
Providing guidance and reviews of financial grants, loans and investments.
Recommending to our trustees and staff appropriate accounting procedures, controls and policies.
Becoming a joint account holder and signatory.
Working in close partnership with the Director of services in executing their responsibilities and achieving the charity goals.
Ensuring that appropriate financial policies are in place.
As a Treasurer you will be required to provide monthly updates on the charity finances to the trustees and attend quarterly meetings via zoom or in person. Approx 8 hours a month in total. All are welcome to attend any events or meetings.
Working hours vary each week but we will aim to be back in touch as soon as possible.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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Volunteer With Us — Help Build a New Employability Charity for London
Empower adults. Shape a new charity. Change lives across London.
London is full of talent — but too many adults from socio‑economically disadvantaged backgrounds never get the chance to show it. Barriers like low confidence, limited networks, limited access to guidance and systemic inequality keep people locked out of opportunity.
Unlock YOUR Potential is here to change that.
We are a new start‑up charity dedicated to careers coaching, employability skills, personal development, wellness, life coaching, mentoring and more. Our mission is to help adults — especially those in Tower Hamlets, Newham, Hackney and Ealing — build confidence, develop skills and unlock new opportunities.
And now, we’re looking for passionate volunteers to help us bring this vision to life.
Whether you want to work directly with participants or support behind the scenes, there’s a place for you here.
Why Your Contribution Matters
We are at the beginning of our journey — and the volunteers who join us now will shape the charity’s future.
Your time, skills and passion will help us:
Build programmes that transform lives
Support adults who have been overlooked for too long
Create a charity rooted in dignity, empowerment and inclusion
Establish strong foundations for long‑term impact
Every volunteer plays a vital role — whether you’re coaching someone into their first job or helping us build the systems that keep the charity running.
Volunteer Roles Available
We have a wide range of roles to suit different skills, interests and availability.
Front‑Facing Roles (Direct Support)
Help adults build confidence, skills and direction.
Employability Coaches
Careers & CV Support Volunteers
Life Coaches & Personal Development Mentors
Wellness & Wellbeing Support Volunteers
Group Workshop Facilitators
Mentors for adults seeking guidance and motivation
These roles directly support participants on their journey into work, education or personal growth.
Behind‑the‑Scenes Roles (Charity Development & Operations)
Help build the engine that powers our mission.
Communications & Social Media
HR & Volunteer Support
Admin & Operations
Finance & Bookkeeping
Fundraising & Bid Writing
Marketing & Branding
Partnerships & Outreach
Programme Development
Research & Impact Measurement
These roles are perfect for people who want to help shape a new charity from the ground up.
Flexible Ways to Volunteer
We understand that life is busy — so we offer roles that fit around you.
Remote roles — ideal for admin, HR, finance, communications, research and more
Hybrid roles — a mix of online and in‑person
Onsite roles — especially for coaching, mentoring and community engagement
Whether you can give a few hours a week or a little more, your contribution will make a real difference.
What You’ll Gain
Volunteering with us offers purpose, growth and community.
You’ll gain:
Experience in a start‑up charity environment
Opportunities to develop leadership, coaching or operational skills
A chance to shape programmes, systems and culture from day one
Real‑world experience that strengthens your CV
A supportive, values‑driven volunteer community
The fulfilment of knowing your work directly impacts lives
This is the kind of experience that builds confidence, skills and future opportunities — for you and for the people you support.
Who We’re Looking For
You’re someone who:
Cares deeply about equality, opportunity and social justice
Wants to help adults build brighter futures
Is proactive, reliable and willing to learn
Can give a few hours a week
Enjoys working with people — or supporting the systems that help people thrive
Wants to be part of building something meaningful from the ground up
You don’t need to be an expert — just committed, compassionate and ready to make a difference.
Your Impact
By joining us, you will help create:
A charity capable of delivering life‑changing support
Programmes that build confidence, skills and wellbeing
A supportive community where adults feel seen, valued and empowered
A long‑lasting organisation that strengthens London’s communities
Your contribution becomes part of a movement helping Londoners unlock their potential.
Ready to Make a Difference?
If you’re passionate about people, purpose and community — and excited by the idea of helping launch a new charity — we’d love to hear from you.
Support our mission. Shape our future. Help adults across London unlock their potential.
Join us as a volunteer — and be part of building a charity that changes lives.
Career Coaching, Employability Skills, Personal Development, Life Coaching and Corporate Mentoring
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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Our trustees and non-executive directors play a vital role in making sure that the group achieves its core purpose. They oversee the overall management and administration of the charity. They also ensure that there is a clear strategy and that our work and goals are in line with our vision.
Just as importantly, they support and challenge the CEO and executive team in the exercise of their delegated authority and affairs, to enable Thrive Social Housing and Emerging Futures CIC to grow and thrive, and through this, achieve our mission.
The Board operates under the leadership and guidance of the chair and works in partnership with the chief executive officer and the executive team.
Board members are expected to always act in the best interests of the organisation and its stakeholders, and to use their background knowledge and skills to work with the chair and other board members to ensure that the Board, supported by its committees, carries out its responsibilities effectively and lead from the top in demonstrating our culture, values and behaviours.
Board members have a collective responsibility. This means that trustees always act as a group and not as individuals.
Emerging Futures works across the country with people affected by homelessness, drug and alcohol problems and physical and mental health needs.



The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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Head of Operations (Volunteer Role)
Organisation: The Lysene Foundation
Location: Remote (global)
Time Commitment: Approx. 8 hours per month
About the Lysene Foundation
The Lysene Foundation is a start‑up charitable organisation inspired by the micronation known as the Principality of Lys — a creative community rooted in the classical arts, architecture, and beauty of the French Renaissance, Baroque, Beaux‑Arts, and the age of Humanism and Enlightenment.
We believe in a new Renaissance for Europe and the wider world. Our mission is to bring the cultural and community spirit of Lys to life through accessible public programmes, including community events, educational initiatives, exhibitions, publications, artistic opportunities, and more.
All activities and resources are open to the public without restriction.
The Opportunity
We are seeking a highly organised, strategic, and solutions‑driven Head of Operations to build and oversee the operational backbone of the foundation. This is a senior volunteer role ideal for someone who enjoys creating structure, designing systems, and ensuring that a growing organisation runs smoothly and efficiently.
You will establish our operational frameworks, develop internal processes, and support the coordination of teams across the foundation. As we grow, you will build and lead an operations department, ensuring that our programmes, volunteers, and leadership have the systems they need to thrive.
This is a rare opportunity to shape the operational future of a cultural charity at an early stage.
Key Responsibilities
Develop and implement the foundation’s operational strategy, systems, and workflows.
Create and maintain organisational policies, procedures, and best‑practice frameworks.
Oversee internal coordination across departments, ensuring smooth communication and alignment.
Support project planning, scheduling, and cross‑team collaboration.
Establish tools and platforms for internal operations (project management, documentation, communication).
Monitor organisational performance and identify opportunities for improvement.
Work closely with senior leadership to ensure operations support strategic goals.
Build and lead an operations team as the foundation grows.
Ensure compliance with relevant governance, data protection, and safeguarding standards.
Support risk management, reporting, and organisational planning.
What We’re Looking For
Experience in operations, project management, organisational development, or a related field.
Strong ability to design systems, processes, and structures in a start‑up environment.
Excellent organisational, analytical, and problem‑solving skills.
Confident using digital tools and platforms to streamline workflows.
A proactive, hands‑on approach with strong attention to detail.
Ability to work collaboratively across multiple teams.
Passion for arts, culture, education, or heritage is a bonus.
A calm, supportive leadership style.
What You’ll Gain
The chance to build the operational foundations of a global cultural organisation.
Senior‑level leadership experience within a growing foundation.
The opportunity to shape systems, strategy, and long‑term organisational impact.
A creative, mission‑driven environment where your ideas genuinely matter.
A meaningful role that strengthens your CV and professional profile, with a reference after a minimum of 6 months commitment to our Foundation.
Time Commitment
Approx. 8 hours per month, fully remote, with flexibility around your schedule.
How to Apply
Please submit your CV and a short statement explaining why you’re interested in this role and what you would bring to the foundation.
We Are Lys
We Are The Lysene Foundation
Offering accessible educational programmes, exhibitions, publications, & artistic opportunities that increase public understanding of Renaissance arts
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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Guardian Light Foundation
Location: Remote
Commitment: Flexible – approx. 20 hours per month
Role Type: Volunteer
Reports to: Board of directors
�� About Guardian Light Foundation
Guardian Light Foundation exists to protect, support, and empower children, teenagers, and single-parent families facing homelessness, abuse, and extreme hardship.
Many of the individuals we serve are navigating complex legal situations while already dealing with trauma, fear, and instability. Access to safe, ethical, and compassionate legal advice can be life-changing — and that’s where you come in.
⚖️ About the Role
We are seeking a Volunteer Solicitor with experience in family law, safeguarding, or domestic abuse-related legal matters to provide initial legal guidance, signposting, and referrals to vulnerable individuals supported by Guardian Light Foundation.
This role is advisory and supportive, not high-volume casework. Your expertise will help people understand their rights, options, and next steps at critical moments in their lives.
�� Focus Areas
�� Children’s Arrangements
Custody and contact arrangements
Child safeguarding concerns
Schooling and parental responsibility guidance
Early advice on family court processes
��️ Domestic Violence Injunctions
Non-molestation orders
Occupation orders
Restraining orders
Emergency protection guidance and referrals
���� Single-Parent Legal Support
Family court guidance
Child maintenance advice
Housing rights and homelessness-related legal signposting
Referrals to specialist legal services where appropriate
�� What You’ll Be Doing
Providing initial legal advice and guidance (not ongoing representation)
Supporting safeguarding decisions where legal insight is required
Advising on urgent legal options in high-risk situations
Signposting individuals to appropriate external legal services
Working closely with GLF’s safeguarding and support teams
Maintaining clear professional boundaries and ethical practice
��️ Safeguarding & Compliance
Because this role supports vulnerable individuals:
An Enhanced Volunteer DBS Check is required
DBS checks are conducted via our trusted partner Serve (Rushden)
All work must align with GLF’s safeguarding policies
Confidentiality and GDPR compliance are essential
�� Skills & Experience Required
Essential:
Qualified UK Solicitor (or equivalent legal professional)
Experience in family law, domestic abuse, or child safeguarding
Strong understanding of trauma-informed practice
Ability to explain legal concepts clearly and compassionately
Commitment to ethical and client-centred practice
Solicitor must hold - Their own Professional Indemnity Insurance and/or Public Liability Insurance cover
Desirable:
Experience working with charities or vulnerable populations
Knowledge of housing or homelessness law
Familiarity with referral pathways and support services
�� Who We’re Looking For
You are someone who:
Has a genuine passion for protecting children and families
Believes access to justice should never depend on income
Can balance professionalism with empathy
Understands the emotional impact of legal uncertainty
Wants to use their expertise to create real social impact
⏰ Time Commitment
Approx. 20 hours per month
Flexible scheduling
Fully remote
�� What You’ll Gain
The opportunity to make a direct, meaningful impact
Professional fulfilment through purpose-led legal work
Recognition and appreciation within a growing social enterprise
Networking with professionals across counselling, housing, and social care
Opportunity to join an Advisory Board or Board of Directors as the organisation grows
At Guardian Light Foundation, we restore hope for homeless children, teens and single parents scarred by abuse, harassment and homelessness.
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Cats Protection is the UK’s leading feline welfare charity, and our vision is a world where every cat is treated with kindness and an understanding of its needs.
Cats are at the centre of everything we do, and our objectives are homing, neutering and educating people about cats and their care.
We help thousands of cats across the UK each year thanks to our network of dedicated volunteers, employees and supporters.
A bit about this role...
Every penny counts when it comes to improving the lives of the thousands of cats and kittens across the UK that need our help each year. Our Collection Box Volunteers help us raise vital funds by collecting and distributing collection boxes in their local area. Making a difference can mean as little as raising 20p, which is enough to feed one cat in our care for a day, to £150 which is the average cost of a cat in our care.
What can I expect to be doing?
As a flexible role, you have the choice to be involved in the following:
What are the benefits to you and the cats?
You will have the opportunity to develop your knowledge though Cats Protection’s learn online system, providing you with the skills to thrive as a fundraiser. You’ll also have the chance to meet new people and be part of a dedicated team of Volunteers.
Money raised by our volunteers enables us to put cats first. Cats are at the centre of all we do. We care for them, ensure their welfare, and help others to understand and better support them.
We're looking for someone with:
How much time is expected of me?
Our Collection Tin Volunteer role is very flexible and can be completed at your own pace, independently with our dedicated support.
Support, guidance and keeping you safe
At Cats Protection we believe our volunteers should be happy and confident in their roles. We provide support and guidance from our National Cat Centre and through our regional and local volunteer groups and teams. We offer engaging online and face-to-face training, expenses and have policies and processes to help volunteers get the most out of their time with us.
The wellbeing of our people is important and at Cats Protection we are committed to safeguarding children, adults at risk and all those that we encounter as part of our activities.
Thank you for your support and sharing in this commitment and for everything you will do during your time with Cats Protection!
Making a better life for cats, because life is better with cats
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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Become a Fundraising Volunteer!
Cats Protection is the UK’s leading feline welfare charity, and our vision is a world where every cat is treated with kindness and an understanding of its needs.
Cats are at the centre of everything we do, and our objectives are homing, neutering and educating people about cats and their care.
We help thousands of cats across the UK each year thanks to our network of dedicated volunteers, employees and supporters.
A bit about this role...
Please note - Due to the nature of fundraising roles, our volunteers must be over the age of 18.
As a charity we can help thousands of cats each year thanks to the generous donations from our supporters. Raising funds is a key role in our charity, helping to raise the vital funds needed to help more cats and kittens in need.
As a fundraising volunteer, we will support you every step of the way to ensure your time at Cats Protection is a positive and rewarding one. Whatever time you can give really does make a big difference We have lots of exciting activities to choose from for example attending a fundraising event, fundraising online, promoting fundraising activities on social media, handling administrative tasks, or contributing to the development of new fundraising ideas. Whatever your skill set, this role could be perfect for you!
What can I expect to be doing?
As a flexible role, you have the choice to be involved in the following:
Face-to-face fundraising – organising or helping with our fundraising events, attending supermarket collections or local markets.
Distributing collection tins – popping collection tins into local shops and pubs and collecting them when they’re full.
Bringing new ideas! - We always love to come up with new ideas to raise funds for cats and we’d love to help bring yours to life.
Engaging with your local branches and Fundraising Hub and feeling like an integral part of the team!
What are the benefits to you and the cats?
You will have the opportunity to develop your knowledge though Cats Protection’s learn online system, providing you with the skills to thrive as a fundraiser. You’ll also have the chance to meet new people and be part of a dedicated team of volunteers.
Money raised by our volunteers enables us to put cats first. Cats are at the centre of all we do. We care for them, ensure their welfare, and help others to understand and better support them.
We're looking for someone with:
Sympathy to cats and our values
Happy to be part of a team of dedicated volunteers and employees.
Flexible and adaptable to different events/activities
Open to new ideas and ways of fundraising
How much time is expected of me?
Our Fundraising Volunteer roles are very flexible, often certain times of the year are busier than others. You can choose your level of involvement to suit your schedule!
Support, guidance and keeping you safe
At Cats Protection we believe our volunteers should be happy and confident in their roles. We provide support and guidance from our National Cat Centre and through our regional and local volunteer groups and teams. We offer engaging online and face-to-face training, expenses and have policies and processes to help volunteers get the most out of their time with us.
The wellbeing of our people is important and at Cats Protection we are committed to safeguarding children, adults at risk and all those that we encounter as part of our activities.
Thank you for your support and sharing in this commitment and for everything you will do during your time with Cats Protection!
Making a better life for cats, because life is better with cats
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.