Mental health support volunteer roles
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Are you an enthusiastic and skilled funding grant writer? Be a part of our small but committed team as a pro-active grant writer volunteer for a small national charity supporting people affected by a debilitating pain condition.
We are looking for 2 skilled grant writer volunteers who can take the lead in researching appropriate funds and writing grant bids to help us continue offering our support services and resources and helping us create new programmes and services to support patients and their families who have been affected by a poorly understood chronic condition; Complex Regional Pain Syndrome (CRPS).
As our Grant Writer you will be responsible for identifying appropriate grant opportunities, and managing the grant development and proposal process from research to submitting grant applications with any supporting documents.
As our grant writer, you will:
- Identify appropriate sources of funding where we fit their criteria
- Write appropriately tailored grant/funding bids that meet funders’ interests and requirements and to write any additional documents in support of funding bids
- Help develop a Trusts and Foundations strategy to help create and maintain strong and diverse income that meets Burning Nights CRPS Support’s funding needs
- Create a calendar of grant deadlines and track submitted funding proposals
- Help us develop a case for support
- Report on grant usage and impact
- Review all grant/bid feedback and ensure knowledge is shared, so that learning informs us for future approaches to grants
If you are an experienced grant writer or you just enjoy researching and persuasive writing then we would love to hear from you.
We are looking for a volunteer who has:
- Experience of being a grant writer, project proposal writer and editing skills
- Excellent writing, analytical, and research skills are essential
- Creative and persuasive written and spoken communication skills
- Self-motivated and highly-organised
- Ability to work remotely
- Ability to search online databases and other sources to identify appropriate funds
- Ability to understand and appeal to funders’ differing needs
- Ability to organise your own work, track and report back regularly
- Experience setting up funding email templates (desirable)
- Ability to quickly understand the needs of our organisation and our service users
- Understands the resource constraints of a small charity and can work with these
- Open to feedback
- Ideally have good network with people, organisations and charities which can help us to support our projects
- Determination to get the job done
Skills
- Project proposal writing
- Grant writing and knowledge of charity grant giving culture
- Good networking skills and contacts with grant giving organisation
- Marketing and communications
- Content writing and story-telling
- Good online fundraising skills
- Good editing and proof reading skills and attention to detail
- Team player who is comfortable working with various volunteers within Burning Nights CRPS Support to collate information required to write funding applications
If you don't have the exact experience, but are interested to volunteer with us, please apply! We would be thrilled to find out about how your interests and experience match with our needs or what we are doing.
Other Information
This role is done remotely using Zoom, Slack and email. You would be working closely with the charity’s Chair and with other trustees. However we would have regular updates and remote meetings as needed so we know you are getting the support you need.
We have an induction process that will help successful applicant to understand how our Charity operates and full support of all our volunteers.
Minimum of 3-6 hours per week for this role
Ideal commitment of 3 months or more (but not specific)
Registered Charity
51 - 100
To drive change for Complex Regional Pain Syndrome (CRPS) & ensure people whose lives have been touched by this condition are not alone.
Thank you!
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Become a GamCare Online Peer Supporter
Make a difference by using your own experiences
For over 25 years, GamCare has been there for people experiencing gambling harms, whether that be people who gamble themselves or someone impacted by someone else’s gambling. We offer support over the phone, face-to-face or online and our treatment is free, flexible and confidential.
We are currently recruiting for Online Peer Supporters, to provide one-to-one and group support to both individuals who gamble and those affected by someone else’s gambling. Using their own experiences of gambling-related harms, volunteers will support others digitally as part of our Online Support Services and will include email support as well as facilitating our Forum and Chatrooms.
Full training and ongoing support will be provided to enable you to use your lived experience to work with our team as an Online Peer Supporter, providing support to all of those affected by gambling.
We believe that peer support is essential in the recovery journey. It provides:
- Shared understanding
- Reduces stigma
- A non-judgemental environment
- Practical insights and tools
- Continued motivation and hope
Our online platforms are designed to provide social connection to those who could be isolated or feel they have no one else to talk to. People accessing our services have identified that receiving support from someone who has had similar experiences can really benefit them when overcoming the challenges they may face on their recovery journey. It also provides a sense of community and belonging and contributes to the long-term support of those accessing these services.
Training
A comprehensive training programme will be delivered by our Volunteer Coordinators to provide you with the skills and confidence to use your experiences to support others while protecting your own recovery. Training includes:
- Safeguarding
- Motivational interviewing
- Facilitation skills
Role Responsibilities
Online Peer Supporters will:
- Navigate and guide contacts through existing services at GamCare and the National Gambling Support Network.
- Use motivational interviewing skills while drawing from their own lived experience to provide a supportive, non-judgemental space for those affected by gambling harms.
- Facilitate discussions via our online support services, including:
Email – you will be paired with an individual for regular email correspondence (on average 1-2 emails per week for approximaely 6 months)
Chatrooms – you will facilitate group discussions and supporting conversation between people at various stages of recovery
Forum – you will initiate discussions, respond to posts, and provide encouragement, signposting and support to forum users
- Help individuals set aims and goals to move to a more positive, sustained recovery whilst also providing resources to support people with these plans.
- Recognise the purpose and remit of our service and signposting to other internal and external support where appropriate.
What can I expect from GamCare?
In return, GamCare will:
- Provide a full, comprehensive induction and training programme
- Give you access to a dedicated Volunteer Coordinator
- Offer and arrange 1:1 and group supervision
- Fully support your own wellbeing and recovery journey
- Give ongoing training and development opportunities
- Provide access to some internal job opportunities within our services team
- Provide a reference after 3 months of regular volunteering
Role Requirements
For any of our volunteering roles we ask that you have lived experience of gambling-related harms. This includes being affected by someone else’s gambling (friend or family member).
We ask that you’ve been in positive, sustained recovery for at least one year before volunteering with us.
This role is completely remote, so you’ll need access to a reliable internet connection, a computer and a confidential space.
For full role requirements, please see the Role Profile on our website.
Please note that this role is subject to a Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check. Please do not let that deter you from applying as all applications will be considered.
Availability & Commitment
We ask that you have availability at a regular time for around 1-2 hours per week for a minimum of 6 months.
Before volunteering with us, you will need to complete a mixture of self-directed online training and live online group training sessions delivered by our Volunteer Coordinators over a period of approximately 4 weeks.
Full details of the induction, including the next available dates will be sent to you by a member of the team within one week of receiving your application.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Thank you!
Location: Remote (with occasional in-person meetings)
Time commitment: Approx. 6–10 hours per month
Term: 2 years (renewable)
Deadline to apply: Friday 6 February 2026
About MS Together
MS Together is a charity focused on supporting young adults (18–35) living with multiple sclerosis. We provide peer support, accessible information, and inclusive events to help young people feel less alone and more empowered to live well with MS. We're a small, dynamic charity rooted in lived experience. Our work is shaped by the voices of our community, and we’re passionate about creating spaces that are welcoming, empowering, and genuinely life-enhancing.
Why join us as a Trustee?
As a trustee, you’ll play a key role in helping shape our strategy, support our growth, and ensure we’re delivering our mission effectively and sustainably. You’ll bring your experience, insights, and passion to a supportive board and have a real impact on the lives of young people with MS.
We’re particularly keen to hear from people who have experience in one or more of the following areas:
- Fundraising or income generation
- Marketing, communications and digital engagement
- Finance and accounting
- Legal and governance
- Data protection and data management
- EDI in service design / delivery
- Lived experience of MS or a strong understanding of long-term health conditions and the challenges faced by young people
However, you don’t need to have previous board experience – we welcome first-time trustees and offer support and training to help you thrive in the role
Your key responsibilities as a trustee:
- Attend and contribute to quarterly board meetings (held remotely)
- Provide strategic guidance and oversight of our activities and finances
- Support the CEO and staff team where relevant, using your skills and experience
- Act as an ambassador for MS Together and promote our work
- Ensure the charity complies with its governing document, charity law, and best practice
- Help safeguard the long-term sustainability and integrity of the charity
We are committed to building an inclusive board and welcome applications from people of all backgrounds, with a particular interest in hearing from underrepresented voices.
How to apply
Please complete our expression of interest form.
Registered Charity
1 - 5
Providing services of advice and support to people affected by multiple sclerosis (MS), with a particular focus on those aged 18-35 living with MS
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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Description
You'll be raising awareness, & improving understanding of sight loss through delivering RNIB’s Awareness to Action sessions in your local community. Through these engaging sessions, you'll inspire participants to make small changes to their behaviour that make a massive difference in the day-to-day lives of people with sight loss. As a Community Change Champion, this will involve:
• Talking directly with community leaders, businesses, & local groups about ways they can get involved & inviting them to join an Awareness to Action session.
• Delivering RNIB’s Awareness to Action sessions either in person or online, using our resources. You may do this on your own or with a team of other local volunteers, both sighted and with sight loss.
• Sharing RNIB’s information & initiatives so people know we’re here for them.
• If you have a personal link to sight loss, sharing your experience during the session to help give a tangible example of how local people can make a real difference.
• Telling us about any activities you have engaged in via a Microsoft form.
What will you gain from the role?
• First-hand experience in grassroots community engagement & charity outreach.
• The opportunity to develop communication & networking skills.
• Support to learn & or use presentation skills to deliver the Awareness to Action Session in person and virtually.
• If you have lived experience of sight loss, support to tell your story to make the most positive impact.
• Know that your efforts are improving the public’s understanding, perceptions & behaviour towards blind and partially sighted people.
We will provide:
• Induction to the role & organisation.
• Training and support to help you thrive in your role.
• A resource pack/toolkit to help deliver the message.
• Opportunities to connect with other RNIB volunteers across the UK.
• The chance to get involved in other activities that interest you & to apply for our internal-only job vacancies.
• Support from a volunteering manager.
How often will I be needed?
- 4 Hours per Action
Key requirements
- One reference
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Additional location information
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Home and local area.
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Are you passionate about social media and can lead a small team? We're looking to recruit a Lead Volunteer for our Social Media Team. We’re looking for someone who has a passion for promoting a small charity supporting a rare condition and has the ability to support a volunteering team as well as plan and use platforms and tools for social media including Canva, Google Drive and other digital platforms.
The Social Media Team develops and promotes Burning Nights CRPS Support’s communications online, using social media platforms as widely as possible, in order to maximise our impact and to inspire actions in the public, healthcare professionals, communities and businesses. The promotion of our activities will raise awareness of Complex Regional Pain Syndrome (CRPS) and provide support and empowerment to the CRPS community. Communications will also run in line with Burning Nights CRPS Support's campaigns strategy/plan.
This is a flexible volunteering opportunity, which means your commitment can be balanced around your lifestyle - being part of a team to ensure that communications to our community and supporters are up to date and timely.
You will provide leadership for your team and support the development of a communications plan for the charity.
Key Tasks and Objectives
You will lead and support the development and implementation of a communications strategy, direction and plans for Burning Nights CRPS Support's Social Media/online communications, create engaging content, supervise the team and encourage high standards.
Tasks may include:
- Managing the Social Media campaigns across social media, which includes overseeing and creating engaging content, writing and editorial, design and artwork from The Social Media Team.
- Scheduling and posting regular social media content.
- Help develop social media campaigns and day-to-day activities.
- Prepare graphics for sharing across channels.
- Monitor the impact of social media campaigns; Analyse, review and report on effectiveness of campaigns in an effort to maximize the charity’s reach.
- Capture and report on monthly data from across all social media platform.
- Lead on Social Media meetings or the social media section of Comms meetings.
- Work with the whole Comms & Marketing Team including the Lead Communications & Marketing Volunteer to provide relevant content for their teams to use on social media, providing training/coaching where appropriate.
- Develop, manage content and maintain social media objectives and targets.
- Supporting the Social Media Team to ensure our social media platforms are regularly updated.
- Supporting with the development, preparation and implementation of Burning Nights CRPS Support's Social Media strategy in conjunction with the overall Comms strategy.
- Encouraging others to comment on our posts and share them with others, to ensure that our communications reach a wide range of stakeholders and diverse audience.
- Increasing the numbers of followers and engagement across our social media channels - Facebook, Instagram, LinkedIn, YouTube, Pinterest, TikTok and X, using appropriate tools and utilising relevant channels to reach diverse audiences.
- Monitor, analyse and report on the performance of social media channels/activities using tools like Metricool, Buffer and Google Analytics, feeding back monthly to the Lead Comms Volunteer and the trustees, using the data to inform future activities.
- Keep up to date with the charity and healthcare sectors, events and news, and suggest content to promote through our social media feeds.
- Support new volunteer Social Media Team members ensuring they understand their role or assign them their role.
- Act responsibly with data held by Burning Nights CRPS Support that you may access as part of your role, adhering to guidelines and policies and reporting any concerns or possible breaches to Burning Nights CRPS Support's Data Protection Officer/Lead.
Key Skills or Qualifications
- Experience of using social media platforms, other online tools and Communications to generate interest in a charity, business or project.
- Experience of managing a team and projects.
- The ability to inspire people to act and get involved internally and externally.
- Ability to transform small snippets of information into interesting and engaging stories suitable for social media platforms.
- Good IT skills, including Google Drive, Canva, Buffer, Word and Excel.
- Experience of managing multiple campaigns, with excellent organisational and time management skills, delivering effective targeted outcomes.
- Be proactive and show initiative, with the ability to volunteer unsupervised.
- Genuine interest in supporting a small charity and a passion for campaigning for a healthcare charity.
- Be motivated and enthusiastic with proven experience and is passionate about social media and marketing, and producing tangible results.
- Good interpersonal skills dealing with people sensitively and respectfully from a wide range of backgrounds
- Strong strategic development, project management and articulate communication skills.
- Good attention to detail and accuracy, with succinct writing and proof-reading skills
- Able to establish and maintain effective working relationships with other volunteers and staff.
- Excellent organisational and time management skills with the ability to prioritise and structure work schedules.
- Ability to be innovative and creative.
- Ability to be flexible and have a 'can do' approach.
- Friendly, approachable manner - able to build rapport with a range of partners and staff, and provide a collaborative team environment.
- Confidence in communicating on Zoom or by email.
Key Benefits
- Voluntary Experience: Gain practical real-world experience working in social media management.
- Supportive Team: Collaborate with a passionate team working on projects.
- Personal Development: Develop your skills in social media marketing, content creation, and community engagement.
- Portfolio content for future job applications.
- Opportunity to contribute to a meaningful cause.
Training and Support
- Full induction to our organisation, as well as check-ins, ongoing training, supervision and support from the Communications & Marketing Lead Volunteer, Volunteer Co-ordinators, Trustees and the Volunteer Team.
- Relevant and ongoing training for your volunteer role.
- Regular updates on charity activities.
- Support, advice and guidance from Charity team.
- After 3 months volunteering, all volunteers are eligible for additional training courses (reasonable cost).
- Out-of-pocket expenses, approved in advance will be reimbursed.
Registered Charity
51 - 100
To drive change for Complex Regional Pain Syndrome (CRPS) & ensure people whose lives have been touched by this condition are not alone.
Thank you!
BOARD MEMBER – EAST MIDLANDS, VOLUNTARY, FULL EXPENSES REIMBURSED
· Do you want to be a part of a vibrant and ambitious charity that delivers services to homeless people and others with a range of support needs?
· Do you have expertise in Housing or Finance?
· Do you have ambition to Chair a Board Committee?
· Do you want to contribute to the strategic direction of our successful and expanding organisation?
· Do you have a strong social conscience and the commitment to make a difference?
· If you have the motivation, vision and enthusiasm to join us in this exciting and challenging role, apply today!
Who Are We?
Framework is a registered charity delivering housing support, health, and employment services to people with a diverse range of needs. We assist rough sleepers and those who need help to keep their home. We support excluded youngsters as they make their way into adulthood and those starting or returning to work. We provide access to treatment for people with mental health issues and those using alcohol or substances, and we join up services for homeless people with multiple and complex needs.
Our 70 services across Derbyshire, Leicestershire, Lincolnshire, Nottingham, Nottinghamshire and Sheffield support more than 18,000 people each year and accommodate more than 1,300 people at any one time. Responding to their needs, respecting their choices and empowering them to achieve, we aim to make life better for our service users and those around them.
What We’re Looking For:
We are particularly keen to hear from people with expertise in Housing and Finance a finance/accounting qualification is essential). At least two successful candidates will also become members of the Audit and Risk Management Committee (ARM), with one having future aspirations to become the Chair of the ARM Committee.
By joining our Board of Trustees, you will be working alongside the Senior Leadership Team to navigate an external environment that is challenging and continually changing: budgets for support services have been drastically cut so we have to think carefully about how to create efficiency without compromising on quality.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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Join Us as Treasurer – Make a Lasting Impact
The Maypole Project provides vital emotional and practical support to children and young people with complex medical needs, and their families. We are seeking an experienced Treasurer to join our Board of Trustees and help steer the charity’s financial future.
Why This Role Matters
Your expertise will ensure our finances remain strong and sustainable, enabling us to continue delivering life-changing support to families when they need it most.
What You’ll Do
- Oversee financial governance and compliance.
- Present budgets, accounts, and financial reports to the Board.
- Advise on financial strategy and sustainability.
- Support fundraising and investment decisions.
What We’re Looking For
- Strong financial background (accountancy or financial management).
- A recognised accountancy qualification (desirable)
- Understanding of charity finance and governance.
- Ability to explain financial matters clearly to non-financial trustees.
- Strategic thinker with sound judgment.
Commitment
- Attend quarterly board meetings in person at our offices in Orpington and/or online, reviewing monthly management accounts, preparation for and actions arising from board meetings plus ad hoc support working from home.
- Average one day per month.
- Induction and ongoing training provided.
Why Join Us?
You’ll be part of a passionate team making a real difference to families across South East London and beyond. Your contribution will help shape the future of a charity that truly changes lives.
Interested?
Please visit our website and download the role description and application form.
Please download and complete our application form and equality monitoring form.
Registered Charity
6 - 10
We support children and young people with complex medical needs and their families.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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About the Role
We are looking for a volunteer to join our team as an Activity Support & Driver. This role is all about helping one individual enjoy a wider range of activities in the community. You’ll play a key part in making outings possible by driving their car and offering practical support during trips. Together, you’ll help create positive experiences and build confidence through regular activities.
What Will You Do?
· Drive the individual’s car for trips out in the community
· Support the person to enjoy activities and social opportunities
· Help establish a routine of outings that enrich their life
When?
We’re looking for someone who can volunteer 2–3 times per week, ideally on Monday, Tuesday and Friday. Each session will be arranged in advance to fit around your availability.
What We’re Looking For
· Full manual driving licence (essential)
· Caring and positive attitude
· Comfortable helping with wheelchair mobility
· Enjoys going out and engaging in community activities
What We Offer
- Travel expenses covered for each volunteering shift
- Activity expenses discussed with the individual and support staff
- Support to get familiar with our vehicles (usually a Ford Tourneo, occasionally a Vauxhall Movano)
- Full training and ongoing guidance from the volunteer team and a designated staff member
Important Information:
- A DBS check will be carried out
- We will request two references
- All volunteers complete online training before starting
- You’ll be supported every step of the way by our volunteer team and the service staff
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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!
Bath Area Play Project are passionate about every child's right to play and enabling children to thrive. We are looking for a Chair of our small Trustee Board to support our vision and ethos, enabling the continuation of our support services for children and families, leading strategic oversight and ensuring we are resilient for change.
Our volunteer Trustees meet early evening, every 6 - 8 weeks, alternating in person in Bath and online. They are responsible for ensuring we are compliant with operational management delegated to the Director and other staff, allowing them to focus on governance and strategic decision making. Trustees support the staff to be the most effective they can be in their various roles through good knowledge and understanding of regulatory and legal frameworks.
Perhaps you have or are involved at a senior level in a Charity, have skills such as Marketing, Business or Early Years which can be used to help BAPP develop services for children and families.
BAPP provide a range of services including an Ofsted registered Nursery & Pre-school, Ofsted registered Holiday Playschemes for disabled children and those with additional needs, Children & Family Support, Alternative Provision for children with SEND and our long standing Community based Family Playdays. More information is available on our website
As we work with vulnerable children, Trustees are required to have an Enhanced DBS and to register as one of our Trustees as part of our Ofsted registration. There are 8 Trustee Meetings each year, alternating in person in Bath and online which includes our AGM. Other commitments in addition can include attending events, representing BAPP, supporting with recruitment/staffing and policy review.
For further information or if you have any questions, please get in touch.
Registered Charity
11 - 20
To promote the importance of and facilitate quality, inclusive play opportunities for children and families living across Bath and North East Somerset
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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Would you like to help tackle loneliness, one conversation at a time?
Loneliness and isolation can have devastating effects on a person’s mental and physical health. We are a registered charity providing a pathway of support to alleviate the hurt and distress, and the impact on mental and physical health, caused by loneliness and social isolation.
We are seeking Volunteer Drivers, to provide transport in their own vehicle, bringing Friends (people who use our services) to and returning them home from an Archway supportive social group. Occasionally we organise Archway Fundraising activities or events where may be asked to provide transport to an Archway Fundraising activity or event. Some Archway Friends (people who use our services) are unable to attend a supportive social group independently, mainly due to physical barriers to public transport. Transport delivered by volunteers enables Friends to access the supportive social group, in turn alleviating loneliness. The groups may be the only opportunity for Friends to meet with others. Each Friend is invited to one group per month either in Oxford or Abingdon so transport volunteers usually offer one trip per month or more if they like.
We ask volunteers to think of this as a longer term volunteer role due to the training and time we take in order to give our volunteers, and Friends, the very best service. You will also need to consider occasional time spent in training for your role and for continuous development.
For all our roles:
Due to our Safeguarding regulations, unfortunately we are only able to accept applications from UK residents.
Enhanced DBS checks for working with vulnerable adults (formerly called criminal records bureau checks) which we will organise (no cost to this) and two references are required.
For any roles involving driving Archway Friends, we will need to see evidence of insurance and driving license as well as MOT and tax documents for the vehicle to be used.
We will happily cover out of pocket expenses (eg mileage).
We provide training relevant to the roles as well as ongoing supervision, guidance and support for all volunteers.
Registered Charity
6 - 10
We are a registered charity providing a pathway of support to alleviate the hurt and distress, caused by loneliness and social isolation.
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Charity Trustee
You and Me Counselling are currently recruiting volunteer trustees to complement the committee members already in their role.
This is a home working role and will be for immediate start.
Our charity
You and Me Counselling is a charitable organisation established in 2011. We are a counselling and psychotherapy service based in Hornchurch, Essex that works with children, young people, adults, and their families in the boroughs of Havering, Barking & Dagenham, Redbridge, and Waltham Forest. Our counsellors and therapists work both within schools and from our counselling rooms located in Hornchurch and Ilford.
You and Me Counselling are an organisational member of the British Association for Counselling & Psychotherapy (BACP). This means we are fully governed by the BACP’s Ethical Framework for the Counselling Professions.
Job Description
As a trustee you will need to:
- Acknowledge emails at least once a day.
- Give a minimum of one hour per week to the role.
- Attend quarterly trustee meetings online.
- Ensure that You and Me Counselling pursues its stated objectives
- Ensure there is regular review of changes that might affect the organisation (political, financial, demographic, etc.)
- Ensure that the charity complies with charity law, company law and any other relevant legislation or regulations.
- Monitor finance to ensure that the charity applies its resources exclusively for its charitable objectives.
- Uphold the good name and values of You and Me Counselling.
- Ensure the effective and efficient administration of the organisation, including having appropriate policies and procedures in place.
- Ensure the financial stability of the organisation.
- Supervise, support and appraise the chief executive officer.
- Hold the chief executive officer to account for the management and administration of the charity.
- Ensure that the organisation acts in accordance with employment law and exercises a duty of care to its employees.
- Identify major risks to the organisation and put systems in place to mitigate or minimise the risks.
- Ensure that the organisation has a governance structure that is appropriate to a charity of its size/complexity, stage of development, and its charitable objectives
- Regularly review your own training needs and create an expectation of continuous professional development throughout the organisation.
- Ensure that trustees have an agreed code of conduct and comply with it, and that there are mechanisms for the removal of trustees who do not abide by the principles stated therein.
Person Specifications
All trustees should demonstrate the following skills and values:
- A commitment to the organisation.
- A willingness to devote the necessary time and effort.
- Good, independent judgement.
- An ability to think creatively.
- A willingness to speak their mind.
- An understanding and acceptance of their legal duties and responsibilities as a trustee
- An ability to work effectively as a member of a team.
- Ability to evaluate and interpret management information and other data.
Specific Skills
The ideal candidate would have one of more of the following:
- Experience in law and governance
- Experience in charity fundraising
- Knowledge of counselling or psychotherapy (as a therapist or client)
- Experience in accounting or financial management
- A parent of a young person who has experience of mental health issues
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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SLOW, an award-winning charity supporting bereaved families, is excited to welcome an experienced Chair to lead our Board of Trustees, when our current Chair retires in June 2026. The appointee will be tasked with moving the organisation to the next level in delivering the sustainable growth of its bereavement services.
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About the role:
You will be providing face-to-face or remote support through delivering HUK’s therapeutic 1-2-1 support program for people impacted by hoarding behaviour who may be facing a variety of situations including legal, financial, psychological and discriminatory abuse/neglect. You will be working with trained colleagues to alleviate housing, benefits, mental health and other problems experienced by HUK's participants.
The role consists of:
· Volunteering at HUK a minimum of one and a half-hours each week in accordance with program completion, preferably two years.
· Maintain a caseload of at least one participant.
· Taking responsibility for ongoing casework as required.
· Complying with HUK's case-management procedures, training program and other relevant policies and procedures.
We are looking for:
· Trainee Counsellors/Psychotherapists currently studying on a BACP, UKCP or BABCP accredited course.
· Trainee Counselling/Clinical/Forensic psychologist currently studying on BPS accredited doctoral courses.
· Qualified Counsellors/Psychotherapists that are accredited or working towards accreditation with the BACP, UKCP or BABCP
· Student or individual membership with the BACP, UKCP, BABCP and or HCPC
· Qualified Clinical/Counselling/Forensic Psychologists with HCPC registration.
· A commitment to volunteering with us for one year.
· A commitment to values and ethos of HUK.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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We're growing our volunteering team and looking to recruit 2 Lead Volunteers for our Communications & Marketing Team (and 2 Lead Volunteers specifically for Content.) The successful candidates will have the overall responsibility for the Charity’s communications and marketing. We’re looking for someone who has a passion for promoting a charity supporting a rare condition and can support a volunteering team as well as plan and use communication tools such as websites, social media, Canva and other digital platforms.
This is a flexible volunteering opportunity, which means your commitment can be balanced around your lifestyle - being part of a team to ensure that communications to our community and supporters are up to date and timely.
You will provide leadership for your team and support the development of a communications plan for the charity.
Key Tasks and Objectives
● Lead a team of communications and marketing volunteers.
● Lead and co-ordinate internal projects, activities and campaigns that help build awareness of our organisation and its aims.
● Run the meetings for the Communications & Marketing Team on a monthly basis.
● Regularly meet with and be the point of contact for the lead volunteers for Content, Social Media and Email Marketing to co-ordinate and plan.
● Where and if possible, to also be an active part of the Communications & Marketing Team either as a content writer, copy writer or another role.
● Identifying, initiating and leading on projects which align to the strategy and realise our goals.
● Collaborate with the team.
● To support the charity in develping a visual form of our Annual Report or other reporting documents such as grant reports.
● Support the development and implementation of the Communications Strategy.
● Protecting our charity brand identity, ensuring it is delivered consistently, both internally and externally.
● Promote the charity across all our channels and forms of communication.
● Ensure effective, regular communication to both internal and external audiences.
● Review progress and effectiveness of the Communications Strategy on an annual basis.
What are we looking for?
About You
To be successful in this role you will:
● Have a real enthusiasm for excellence, innovation, continuous improvement and change.
● Be a team leader who is positive, hands on and able to get the best out of a team.
● Have excellent interpersonal skills and adept at building relationships with different stakeholders.
● Have the ability to think strategically but also enjoy being at an operational level to support your team and key stakeholders.
● Have a high level of attention to detail.
● Have the ability to prioritise, plan and organise projects and to manage expectations.
Experience and Skills
● The ability to communicate (verbal and non-verbal) to a wide variety of audiences including the public, various forms of media and on an individual basis.
● Experience in building and leading a team.
● Previous experience of working for charities and/or volunteer organisations is desirable but not required.
● Creativity regarding message management and medium.
● Good IT skills.
● Ability to motivate and enthuse others.
● To be a part of a team.
● Previous experience in marketing, communications, or related fields.
● Strong leadership skills with the ability to motivate and inspire volunteers.
● Experience of using Canva or similar design packages.
● A strong network of PR and media contacts would be highly advantageous.
What's in it for you?
This role is a fantastic opportunity to volunteer with a small but ambitious charity, developing and honing your skills around leadership in the Third Sector.
Getting the right story in print and online can be challenging, especially when dealing with a rare health condition, but it is definitely rewarding.
You will gain experience in the charity sector, gain new or update your writing skills, a broader C.V., and a sense of accomplishment from using your skills to help people affected by a very painful condition.
You would be leading our small, friendly, forward-thinking charity team, focused on reaching people who may not have heard about the charity or about the condition. You would also have a key role in developing a communications and marketing strategy for a small charity. This is a fantastic opportunity for you to make a real difference to a rare condition.
Key Benefits
● Gain valuable experience in communications and marketing, plus charity team leadership.
● Make a meaningful impact on the fight to support the CRPS community.
● Develop professional skills and expand your network.
Registered Charity
51 - 100
To drive change for Complex Regional Pain Syndrome (CRPS) & ensure people whose lives have been touched by this condition are not alone.
Thank you!
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Do you love games, music, and creative activities? We’re looking for a sociable, enthusiastic volunteer to spend time with residents in our learning disability service in Swindon. This is all about bringing energy, fun, and companionship to their day.
What could you do together?
- Play board games or puzzles
- Enjoy arts and crafts projects
- Listen to music and share favourite tunes
- Chat and spend quality time together
We’re looking for someone who’s friendly, energetic, and enjoys making people smile. No special skills needed—just a positive attitude and a willingness to join in!
When?
Biweekly on a day agreed between you and the service. We’re flexible and happy to work around your availability.
What’s in it for you?
· Make a real difference in someone’s life
· Share your hobbies and creativity
· Gain experience in a supportive environment
· Travel expenses covered for each volunteering shift
· Full training and ongoing support provided
If you’re fun, sociable, and love creative or musical activities, we’d love to hear from you!
Interested?
Get in touch today and help us create joyful, meaningful moments.
For all our volunteer roles a DBS check will be carried out and we will request two references. All volunteers will need to complete online volunteer training in preparation for your role. You will be supported by both the volunteer team and a designated member of staff in the service too.