Volunteer roles in Islington, greater london
Would you like to make a positive impact for rural communities across England? Would you like to help tackle rural deprivation and ensure rural areas have fairer access to essential services? Would you like to help rural communities reach their full potential?
We are seeking a finance professional to join our Board who shares our vision and will help us to deliver lasting change.
About the Role
We are seeking a Treasurer with strong financial skills and relevant qualifications to join our Board. The Treasurer will act as the lead trustee for financial oversight and provide guidance on budgeting, planning and sound financial management. With a solid understanding of the regulatory and governance landscape, they will chair the Finance Sub-Committee and provide ad hoc advice and support to the Finance Manager. The post holder will also be a member of the Officers’ Group, consisting of the Chair, two Vice Chairs and Chief Executive/Company Secretary. The group acts as an additional source of advice for the Chief Executive between Board meetings.
The Treasurer will also be expected to use their experience to oversee the delivery of ACRE’s new strategy and charitable objectives, to represent the interests of all stakeholders, and to act as an ambassador for the charity. This includes ensuring we have a robust financial model that will enable us to increase our impact and plan for the longer term. As we increase our financial resilience, we will also work with ACRE network members to help them increase their own, so that together we can make an even greater positive change for rural communities.
Requirements
- Four Board meetings a year – two online and two overnight meetings in person
- Three Finance Sub-Committee meetings a year – online
- Two Officers’ meetings a year – online and in person
We are an equal opportunities employer and are committed to achieving the highest standards of diversity, equity and inclusion. We welcome applications from people of all backgrounds, beliefs, traditions and ways of life.
The ACRE Team is home based. The meetings that take place in person are held in different locations in central England.
Appropriate expenses will be reimbursed in line with our policy.
How to apply
Please follow the link to apply for the role.
Please note that we will only accept applications submitted via the form within this link.
Closing date: 6pm, Monday 6 April
Online interviews: Monday 20 and Tuesday 21 April
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Libraries Connected is recruiting new Trustees to help champion the value of public libraries by shaping our strategic direction and overseeing our governance. As a Trustee, you will play an essential role in guiding our organisation’s missions maintaining high standards of governance, and supporting our work to strengthen the library sector.
About Libraries Connected
Libraries Connected is the national organisation for public library services in England, Wales, Northern Ireland, and the Crown Dependencies (Jersey, Guernsey and the Isle of Man). We represent, support, and connect library leaders and services, working to strengthen the sector’s collective impact, visibility and resilience.
Our vision is for an inclusive, modern, sustainable, and high-quality public library service at the heart of every community. We deliver national programmes, provide professional development and sector support and advocacy for the role and impact of Libraries.
Our governance framework ensures we remain responsive to member priorities while also engaging effectively with the wider policy and funding environment. Trustees contribute strategic insight and oversight, ensuring our work is well-governed, financially sound, and aligned to our long-term mission.
The sector is at a pivotal moment: the development by the government of a new public libraries strategy for England, local government reorganisation, and many more challenges and opportunities. Advocacy and partnership‑building are more vital than ever as we amplify our collective voice.
Board vacancies
We are seeking new Trustees who can bring fresh insight, diverse expertise and strategic leadership to support Libraires Connected’s continued development.
We want everyone who believes they can contribute to Libraries Connected Board of Trustees to feel welcome to apply. We encourage applications from all ages and backgrounds. Currently, we would particularly welcome applications from people under the age of 35.
Previous Board/Trustee experience is not necessary. An induction process will follow for any successful applicant. Further training opportunities relevant to Trustees are always on offer. Similarly, prior professional experience of the libraries sector is not a pre-requisite as our Board includes a number of Member Trustees who ensure this perspective is always represented.
The term of appointment will be three years initially, renewable for two further terms of three years.
Skills and Experience Sought
Following our skills audit, recruitment will prioritise candidates with knowledge or experience in ONE OR MORE of the following areas:
- Finance (strategic financial oversight, budgeting and planning)
- Commercial acumen, negotiation and contract skills
- Fundraising and income generation strategy
- Policy landscape understanding and strategic policy influencing
- Legal knowledge, particularly in charity or company governance
- Data protection
- Environment and sustainability
In addition, applicants must exhibit the following key behaviours essential for Trustees:
- Strategic thinking and sound judgement
- Ability to scrutinise constructively
- Acting as a supportive but challenging “critical friend”
- Forward thinking and innovative
- Commitment to our values and mission
Our vision is an inclusive, modern, sustainable and high-quality public library service at the heart of every community in the UK.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
BCT is governed by a Board of Trustees (BoT), which comprises a maximum of fourteen Trustees. Included in this number are four officers (Chair, Vice-Chair, Secretary and Treasurer). Trustees have a collective responsibility. This means that Trustees always act as a group and not as individuals. The BoT meets four times a year, currently one in-person meeting and three video conference meetings.
We always consider individual Trustee circumstances and needs, and are happy to make any reasonable adjustments. We strive to be as flexible as possible to ensure our meeting arrangements are inclusive and suitable for all. Currently, fifty two percent of BCT staff consider themselves to have a disability and so we have experience of accommodating different requirements.
Our Trustees play a vital role in making sure that BCT achieves its core purpose. They oversee the wider management and administration of the charity. They also ensure that BCT has a clear strategy and that our work and goals are in line with our vision. Just as importantly, they support and challenge the Senior Management Team to enable BCT to grow and thrive, and through this, achieve our mission to work collaboratively and with a diversity of people to achieve resilient populations of bats and improve their habitats in an ever-changing world. Being a Trustee can be rewarding for many reasons – from knowing that you are making a difference to the charity’s cause, to gaining knowledge and building relationships. Trustees do not need any prior knowledge about bat conservation but must become a member of BCT if they are not already.
Trustees are elected at BCT’s Annual General Meeting and serve for an initial term of three years, with the option to stand for a further two three-year terms if they wish to.
The BoT may co-opt members onto the Board should a vacancy arise, but only until the next AGM when they must seek election.
BCT’s Chief Executive attends BoT meetings, as can other relevant staff, other specialists and observers.
Trustees will receive an induction on joining BCT where they will have the opportunity to talk to different members of staff and fellow Trustees.
The role of Trustee is not a paid role, although travel and subsistence to attend board meetings will be covered.
Potential Trustees need to be eligible to stand as a Trustee in accordance with Charity Commission rules.
Our vision is of a world rich in wildlife where bats and people thrive together.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
At the British Gas Energy Trust, our mission is clear and unwavering: we exist to reduce the harmful impact of poverty, with a dedicated focus on tackling fuel poverty across Britain.
Since our establishment in 2004, we have grown into one of the UK’s largest and most influential charitable funders in this field. Our work spans direct financial assistance, specialist advice, and community‑based programmes, and we continue to deepen our understanding of what truly helps households build resilience. This combination of practical support and system‑level insight places us in a unique and important position within the sector.
The Trust has evolved significantly over recent years. We now operate with a strengthened in‑house team, a clear strategic direction, and a growing reputation as both a funder and an influencer in the national conversation on fuel poverty.
THE ROLE
As we prepare for our next strategic phase from 2026 where we will continue to focus on both immediate assistance and long‑term systemic change, we are seeking a Deputy Chair and two trustees to join our Board. We’re particularly interested in strategic thinkers with non-executive experience who bring strong relationship building skills and a proven track record of leadership within their fields from: the energy sector, technology sector, those with deep understanding of fuel poverty/poverty, and income generation/fundraising.
We are looking for people with sound judgement, emotional intelligence, and a collaborative, inclusive approach who recognise the dignity of the people we serve and the importance of working in partnership to achieve lasting change.
If you share our belief that no one should face energy hardship alone, and you are motivated by the opportunity to contribute to an organisation with both heart and influence, we would be delighted to hear from you.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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As a Tigrinya Interpreter Volunteer, you will be supporting women who speak little to no English and helping them to communicate with others in society. This role is necessary for our service user to feel included as well as supported. This would be a great opportunity for you to meet someone new and make a difference in their time at Hestia!
What you will be doing
- To maintain strict confidentiality and good working relationships
- To be able to meet with client when required for appointments and other professional meetings when needed
- Speech translating along with translating written documents from English to Tigrinya
The skills you need
- Fluent in Tigrinya
- Be understanding and patient, as well as sensitive to service user’s emotions
- A good communicator who is able to create a relaxing and nurturing environment
What's in it for you
- Supporting You - You will have a dedicated volunteer supervisor to support you in your role; Quarterly volunteer forums with the central Volunteering team and volunteers across Hestia; References for job applications
- Developing You - You will gain knowledge and insight into issues that impact Domestic Abuse, Modern Slavery and Mental Health; You will have access to our extensive Learning and Development Programme; 40% of our departed volunteers secured a paid role at Hestia last year!
- Valuing You - We hold annual Volunteer Awards, outings, celebration, and social events for our volunteers to get together and have some fun; We reimburse travel expenses and up to £5 for lunch for your volunteering.
We deliver services across London as well as campaign and advocate nationally on the issues that affect the people we work with.



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Are looking to give back to the local community? By joining our team of befrienders, you will support us to reach some of the most isolated adults in the community to reduce their feelings of loneliness, build friendships and provide support for mental wellbeing. You will support to relight a spark in a hobby, interest or encourage individuals to explore and participate in new social activities.
What you will be doing
- Agree a mutual time and frequency to meet
- To develop and promote a positive relationship with your befriendee
- To encourage your befriendee to engage in social activities and support them in doing so whilst building their confidence
- To support your befriendee in developing their goals and social skills
- Encourage your befriendee to make links with community services, based on their identified goals
The skills you need
- Ability to provide a supportive and inclusive atmosphere which motivates and inspires others
- Willingness to engage in activities in the community
- Able to maintain strict confidentiality and follow professional boundaries
- To be consistent in attendance
What's in it for you
- Supporting You - You will have a dedicated volunteer supervisor to support you in your role; Quarterly volunteer forums with the central Volunteering team and volunteers across Hestia; References for job applications
- Developing You - You will gain knowledge and insight into issues that impact Domestic Abuse, Modern Slavery and Mental Health; You will have access to our extensive Learning and Development Programme; 40% of our departed volunteers secured a paid role at Hestia last year!
- Valuing You - We hold annual Volunteer Awards and Celebration events; We reimburse travel expenses and up to £5 for lunch for your volunteering; We hold social events and outings for our volunteers to get together and have some fun.
We deliver services across London as well as campaign and advocate nationally on the issues that affect the people we work with.



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In this role, you’ll help create a fun, uplifting atmosphere where participants can relax, express themselves, and enjoy music together in a supportive environment. Whether someone wants to belt out their favourite song or simply watch and enjoy, you’ll help make the session welcoming and inclusive for everyone!
What you will be doing
- Set up and pack down karaoke equipment, ensuring everything runs smoothly
- Welcome participants and help them choose songs
- Encourage involvement in a positive, non pressured way
- Create a safe, supportive, and friendly space where everyone feels comfortable taking part.
- Support staff with basic session coordination as needed
The skills you need
- Friendly, approachable, and patient
- Comfortable engaging with individuals from diverse backgrounds
- Enjoys music and creating a positive atmosphere.
- Reliable and confident supporting small groups.
- No singing ability required—just enthusiasm!
What's in it for you
- Supporting You - You will have a dedicated volunteer supervisor to support you in your role; Quarterly volunteer forums with the central Volunteering team and volunteers across Hestia; References for job applications
- Developing You - You will gain knowledge and insight into issues that impact Domestic Abuse, Modern Slavery and Mental Health; You will have access to our extensive Learning and Development Programme; 40% of our departed volunteers secured a paid role at Hestia last year!
- Valuing You - We hold annual Volunteer Awards and Celebration events; We reimburse travel expenses and up to £5 for lunch for your volunteering; We hold social events and outings for our volunteers to get together and have some fun.
We deliver services across London as well as campaign and advocate nationally on the issues that affect the people we work with.



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This Is Not a Typical Content Creator Call-Out
Tell My Truth and Shame the Devil C.I.C. is building a truth-telling media engine and community-owned digital infrastructure to confront CSA, centre survivor truth, and create real economic and leadership pathways for young people. To do that, we are intentionally recruiting hundreds to thousands of content creators globally. This is not about chasing virality. This is not influencer culture. This is not one brand voice. This is about collective creation at scale, community ownership of narrative, and building systems that give many people opportunity—not just a few. If you want to contribute your creative skills to something bigger than yourself, keep reading.
Purpose of the Role
Volunteer Content Creators are the production engine of our Social Media Management Team.
You will help create, remix, and repurpose content that fuels:
• Donor growth
• Volunteer mobilisation
• Survivor-led storytelling
• Community trust
• Cultural disruption
Content is created once and then reused across:
• CIC platforms
• Ambassador networks
• Community organisers
• Campaigns, education, and outreach
This role exists at scale because our strategy is scale.
Who We Are Calling In (Multiple Creator Types Needed)
We are intentionally recruiting creators with different strengths. You do not need to do everything.
We are looking for:
• AI Content Creators – generating content variations, captions, visuals, and scripts using AI tools
• Video Creators – TikTok, Reels, Shorts, YouTube (short-form and long-form)
• Audio Creators – podcasters, musicians, sound designers
• Visual Creators – photographers, graphic designers, infographic designers
• Writers & Bloggers – articles, newsletters, educational content, scripts
• Copywriters – captions, CTAs, campaign copy, landing page text
• Scriptwriters – video, podcast, and show scripts
• Platform-Native Creators – TikTok specialists, Instagram-first creators, YouTube editors
• Educational Creators – teaching skills, knowledge of self, history, media literacy
• Entertainment Creators – storytelling, humour, gaming, culture-led content
• Brand & Community Ambassadors – creators willing to promote the CIC using approved sponsorship content
You may fit one lane or several.
Experience Qualification and Requirements
Essential experience
- Experience creating digital content on a consistent basis, meeting agreed briefs and deadlines.
- Experience working with at least one content type: video, design, writing, or AI-assisted content.
- Experience adapting content for different social media formats and platforms.
- Experience contributing to purpose-led, community-focused, or sensitive storytelling.
- Experience collaborating with creative, campaign, or insight-driven teams.
Essential skills
- Ability to produce high-quality content consistently and at scale.
- Strong understanding of social media formats, trends, and audience behaviour.
- Ability to work within brand, ethics, safeguarding, and trauma-informed frameworks.
- Openness to feedback, iteration, and collective ownership of work and outcomes.
- Strong self-management, reliability, and accountability without close supervision.
- Understanding of content as a tool for impact and change, not personal ego.
Training & qualifications
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Formal qualifications are not required.
Main Responsibilities/ Key Duties
- Produce high-volume, high-quality content consistently, aligned with campaign priorities and platform requirements.
- Repurpose long-form content (e.g. podcasts, interviews, stories) into short-form assets optimised for social platforms.
- Work within C.I.C brand guidelines, ethical standards, safeguarding requirements, and trauma-informed frameworks at all times.
- Submit all content for approval, structured storage, tagging, and future reuse in line with C.I.C workflows.
- Collaborate closely with the Social Media Director, Campaign Managers, Analysts, and Automators to align content with strategy, insight, and distribution.
- Contribute creative ideas, concepts, and improvements, not just output, supporting experimentation and continuous improvement.
This role is not suitable if you:
- Need immediate income
- Want a low-commitment volunteer role
- Are only looking for exposure
- Prefer to work alone without feedback
- Are uncomfortable with heavy or sensitive subject matter
Important to Be Clear:
- A volunteer role within a Community Interest Company
- Unpaid during the build phase
- Not a replacement for paid employment
- Paid opportunities will be introduced as the organisation becomes financially sustainable.
Next Steps:
Shortlisted applicants will be invited to:
- A values-led conversation
- A practical discussion about content, storytelling, and donor engagement
If you believe that words can transform communities, and that authentic storytelling drives action, this role is for you.
A Final Word
Words carry weight.
They can heal or harm.
If you know that:
- Survivor stories deserve care, not clicks
- Donors deserve honesty, not spin
- Communication is part of safeguarding
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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Volunteer at Cockpit
Become part of the Cockpit volunteer team!
In 2026, Cockpit celebrates 40 years of supporting makers, and we have an ambitious calendar of events planned. Our 40th anniversary events, taking place at both Cockpit Bloomsbury and Cockpit Deptford, include our biannual Open Studios, the launch of our annual report, The Cockpit Effect, during London Craft Week, and more.
Each event is an invaluable opportunity to meet a diverse body of artist-makers that create and showcase their craft directly to the public. The volunteer team are key to helping Cockpit deliver a smooth and enriching experience to all our partners and visitors.
What is Cockpit?
Cockpit is a centre of excellence in contemporary craft. Spanning a wide range of craft disciplines, Cockpit makers are united by their extraordinary skill and imagination. Bridging the gap between talent and opportunity, our mission is to equip makers to succeed on their own terms, creatively and commercially.
A charity and award-winning social enterprise, Cockpit gives makers tools to build their businesses so they can focus on what they do best: making. We provide funded studio space, in-house business training and coaching, and exhibition opportunities for 176 makers practicing 23 different disciplines. Beyond Cockpit we work with makers throughout the United Kingdom and internationally.
The Role: Events Volunteer
What will you do?
By joining the Cockpit team as a volunteer, you help us by being an on-site presence at our events, and you will actively engage with those running the event, offer help, talk to and guide visitors around the building, and pass any problems/issues back to the event manager.
Key qualities:
- Ideal for someone with a genuine interest in craft and the creative sector and keen to learn from interactions with the core team and makers
- Good communication skills, friendly and with a natural ability to engage with the public
- Confident with sharing some knowledge with visitors about Cockpit and what it does as a charity
- Possess a calm and measured presence to assist with the smooth delivery of the events
Who are we looking for?
- Presentable, confident, and enthusiastic individuals who have a keen interest in craft, design, and the visual arts
- Have some experience of working at events, customer service, and/or invigilating exhibitions
- Can confidently and clearly give directions and assist the public with queries
- Able to attend online and on-site training/orientation sessions
Key Event Dates:
- Bloomsbury:
- Monday 11 May – The Cockpit Effect Launch
- Tuesday 12 May – London Craft Week Exhibition
- Thursday 4-Sunday 7 June – Summer Open Studios
- Thursday 26-Sunday 29 November – Winter Open Studios
- Deptford:
- Friday 12-Sunday 14 June – Summer Open Studios
- Friday 4-Sunday 6 December – Winter Open Studios
Hours of Work:
- You would be expected to arrive at least 20 minutes prior to the start of the public opening times
- The shifts are usually in 3-hour blocks with1 half hour (30 minute) break, unless specified
- You will not need to be available for all the days/times, but should be able to offer shifts equivalent to two (2) full days
Expenses
- A stipend of £25 is available to cover daily travel expenses and food allowance. Please provide receipts with your claim form.
- You will receive a lunch voucher if you work a full day, redeemable at the onsite café
- Refreshments and light snacks will be provided for breaks
How to apply and get involved:
If you would like to get involved, please complete the form and send your CV by Friday 10 April, 6pm. Please include ‘Volunteer’ in the subject line of your email.
- Please let us know how many days you would like to do and any availability restrictions you are already aware of
- We will review all applications following the deadline and notify you via email
- Those who are selected will be given a schedule that is tailored to the number of days and hours you can offer
- There will be orientation and training sessions held at each site — attendance is required as it will be opportunity to ask questions and meet the core team and understand the landscape of each site
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Are you passionate about using your skills and expertise to help support and develop a UK-wide relationships and sex education charity?
Sexpression:UK provides high quality, comprehensive relationships and sex education workshops to young people between the ages of 11-18 in schools and youth groups. We operate across the UK through our unique network of affiliated branches and volunteers based at universities and students’ unions in 15 towns and cities.
You will have strong empathy with our mission to educate and empower young people to make individual, informed decisions about their bodies and their health. You will be committed to using your expertise to contribute to the future development of the charity and ensuring high quality governance of the organisation.
We are looking for a motivated individual with demonstrable experience in leadership or governance to join our board as Chair of Trustees.This is an exciting time to join our charity with the opportunity to contribute to a unique youth-led charity playing a leading role in some of today’s biggest issues.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Are you a creative storyteller with a passion for trends and community impact? Join us as a Social Media & Communications Volunteer and help us grow our voice during an exciting new chapter for our charity.
As our Social Media & Communications Volunteer, you’ll help bring our mission to life across digital platforms. Working closely with our Digital Marketing Officer and the wider Fundraising & Communications team, you will support the creation of content that:
- Raises awareness of our work and impact
- Supports fundraising and community engagement
- Strengthens our online presence, especially during our period of transition
- Taps into trends, conversation moments, and creative formats
This is a varied and dynamic role — perfect for someone who thrives on creativity, enjoys experimenting with content, and wants hands on experience in the charity sector.
Main Duties and Responsibilities
- Assisting with planning, creating and scheduling engaging social media content across Instagram, TikTok, Facebook, and LinkedIn
- Work with the team to develop creative, trend-aware content and campaigns that boosts engagement and attracts new followers
- Keep track of relevant awareness days/weeks and help develop content around them
- Assist with research for content generation and storytelling ideas
- Create and edit short-form video content for social media, campaigns, and fundraising moments
- Adapt content into formats suitable for different platforms and different audiences, including young people
- Repurpose existing content into new formats (e.g., infographics, Reels, stories, carousels, blog snippets)
- Maintain brand consistency across all visual and written output
- Capture live content at events (including supporting and cheering on our challenge event runners!)
- Any other tasks that would be deemed suitable within this role as directed.
What We’re Looking For:
- Warm, welcoming and friendly person
- Creative, reliable and able to work independently
- Excellent written, verbal and interpersonal communication skills
- Interested in and experienced with video editing, content creation across social media platforms such as Instagram, Facebook, LinkedIn and Tiktok
- Experience with tools such as Adobe, Canva, CapCut, Meta, Social Pilot, or similar
Helping you to live the life you choose
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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Come and join the team at Hampton Court Palace Pink Ribbon Walk on Saturday 18 April 2026. We need friendly, enthusiastic volunteers to help welcome our walkers, support them out on the route, and cheer them across the finish line
About this volunteering opportunity
We’re expecting hundreds of walkers to take part in our 10 mile Pink Ribbon Walks. You’ll be part of the 100-strong support team on the day, helping to make sure they have a safe, fun experience while they raise funds for our world-class research and life-changing support.
What will I be doing?
- From welcoming and registering our walkers in the event village, to running a snack station on the route, to cheering and handing out medals at the finish line - there’s a role for everyone at a Pink Ribbon Walk!
- You’ll be that friendly face, making sure our walkers get the support and encouragement they need, when they need it
What do I get out of it?
- Fun! You’ll have a great time when you join the Pink Ribbon Walk community
- You’ll meet new people from a wide range of backgrounds and experiences
- You’ll use your communication and teamwork skills to help support a major fundraising event
What skills or qualities do I need?
- Bags of enthusiasm! Able to quickly connect with and uplift people
- Happy to work as part of a team or independently
- Flexibility - we need you to be available between 8am and 4pm, but we don’t expect you to volunteer all day!
How will you support me?
- You’ll get an info pack well in advance, to help you plan for your big day!
- You’ll get a full briefing from the staff team on the day
- You’ll get a free hot meal (and breakfast if you start early)
How do I get involved?
- Sign up to this opportunity, book yourself on to a shift and complete the short application form. We'll then be in touch with more information via email
- Get in touch with the team if you have any questions
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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Job Title: Talent Enablement
Location: Remote
Department: People & Culture
Reports To: Manager: Talent Enablement
About QuilomboUK
QuilomboUK is a visionary organisation committed to advancing diversity, equity, inclusion (D&I), and social justice. Rooted in a People First philosophy, we strive to create workplaces where everyone feels valued, respected, and empowered. Join our People & Culture team to drive meaningful change through equitable HR practices and a culture of belonging.
Role Overview
As a Talent Enablement professional at QuilomboUK, you will support the planning, coordination, and delivery of training programmes that enhance employee skills and organisational development. You will help prepare training materials, assist with training sessions, track attendance and progress, and maintain accurate training records. Working closely with the Talent Enablement Manager and Team Leader, you will also manage shared inbox enquiries, contribute to team coordination, and provide reports on training activities, helping promote a culture of continuous learning and professional growth.
Key Responsibilities
Talent Enablement - Specialist / Coordinator/ Assistant
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Prepare training materials for training sessions
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Tracks training attendance and progress
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Provide support in conducting training sessions
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Respond to the shared inbox emails appropriately.
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Send daily report to Team Leader/ Manager
Qualifications
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Skills:
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Strong knowledge of UK employment law and ER best practices.
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Ability to navigate sensitive conversations with empathy, discretion, and cultural competence.
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Excellent written and verbal communication skills for policy drafting and stakeholder guidance.
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Proficiency in HRIS systems and case management tools.
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Knowledge: Understanding D&I frameworks, restorative justice principles, and trauma-informed HR practices.
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Alignment: Commitment to QuilomboUK’s mission and passion for social justice.
Personal Attributes
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Fair-minded and principled, with a strong ethical compass.
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Collaborative team player who builds trust with employees and leaders alike.
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Proactive problem-solver who balances empathy with organisational needs.
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Resilient under pressure, with the ability to manage multiple priorities calmly.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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About Quilombo UK
Quilombo UK is a social justice organisation dedicated to inspiring individuals to "See, Think, Behave and Speak Differently" about equality, diversity, and inclusion. We create engaging experiences—ranging from our Beyond Bias training to our "Voices for All" podcasts—that raise awareness and empower unheard voices within our diverse communities.
By joining us, you will play a pivotal role in our Professional Development Programme (PDP), which supports career changers and newcomers to the UK in bridging employment gaps and tackling discrimination in the job market. We are currently working towards SRA (Solicitors Regulation Authority) certification to provide formal accreditation for the time our team members spend with us. This will allow participants to count their contribution as Qualifying Work Experience (QWE), a vital step for those qualifying via the SQE route. This is a unique opportunity to deliver tangible community impact while directly enhancing the employability and professional standing of legal professionals.
Head of Department (Legal)
The Opportunity
This position offers the opportunity for a career step-up, providing experience in managing legal teams and departmental operations within a social justice framework. In this Head of Department capacity, you will gain the leadership credentials and strategic oversight necessary to advance your professional trajectory while ensuring every individual we support is empowered to achieve their full potential.
Role Purpose
The Head of Department (Legal) oversees a team of dedicated legal professionals and graduates who operate in a capacity similar to paralegals. You will bridge the gap between Directors and the legal team, turning high-level objectives into actionable legal support plans while ensuring the highest standards of professional conduct and social justice advocacy.
Key Responsibilities
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Strategic Oversight: Developing and managing the legal department’s roadmap to support Quilombo UK’s social justice initiatives.
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Team Supervision: Overseeing the work of legal graduates, many of whom are working towards their LLM (Master of Laws), ensuring their contributions are technically sound and ethically grounded.
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Departmental Leadership: Coaching the legal team to maintain 100% project visibility and ensuring all work meets the rigorous standards required for future SRA accreditation.
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Social Justice Advocacy: Managing caseloads and research projects that tackle systemic inequalities and discrimination within the community.
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Operational Control: Maintaining 100% visibility of all legal tasks via project management tools and providing weekly reports to Directors on risks, progress, and Work in Progress (WIP).
Additional Professional Benefits
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Career Development: A full CV and profile review conducted by our Talent Acquisition and Learning & Development teams.
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Operational Support: Access to the services of the Legal, Graphic Design, PR, and Production teams for up to 10 hours per month for professional or departmental support.
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Proactive Recruitment: Use of the Talent Acquisition team to actively search out new roles and opportunities via industry portals and LinkedIn.
Financial Incentives
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15% Profit Share: A share of the commission for work carried out, divided among individuals at the HoD level for specific tasks.
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10% Business Development: An additional commission if new work or clients are brought into the organisation independently by the HoD.
Requirements
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A strong legal background (GDL, or equivalent) with a deep commitment to social justice.
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Experience in a supervisory or management role, ideally overseeing paralegals or junior legal researchers.
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A clear understanding of the SRA regulatory framework and the requirements for Qualifying Work Experience (QWE).
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Excellent analytical, drafting, and communication skills.
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This is a 100% remote-only position.
Selection Process
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Informal interview.
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Requirement of two professional references
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We are looking for a volunteer to support our ESOL classes on Tuesdays (10:45am–4:45pm) and Wednesdays (10:30am–1:30pm). You can volunteer for one of the days or help cover both sessions. Your support would make a real difference in helping learners build their English skills and confidence, and volunteers are a valued part of our classes.
How will I be ending homelessness?
Our Learning and Skills offer focuses on 5 key areas that we believe will help members to leave homelessness for good. These are English, finance, digital inclusion, employment and enterprise and business. As a Learning and Skills Assistant, you will be supporting our tutors and Learning and Skills Mentors to deliver a package of learning to meet outcomes identified by Lead Workers in members progression plans.
Tasks you will support with include:
· Planning
o Sharing any thoughts and ideas you have as part of the planning for a session
o Support with preparing resources for the session/setting up/tidying up any equipment and materials
· Delivery
o Creating a safe, welcome and non-judgemental learning space
o With direction from the tutor/Learning and Skills Mentor, supporting members within the group to increase both their knowledge and confidence on how that learning can be applied to support them in managing a home
o Supporting tutors and mentors with managing the group, and feeding back any concerns you have
You will work closely with the tutor/ mentor who will understand the needs and learning outcomes required for the session.
To be successful in this role we are looking for someone who:
· Is interested in the above subjects. Some subject knowledge would be beneficial, but the session will be led by the tutor/mentor
· Has the skills and confidence to support learners effectively, understand different learning needs and making individuals feel comfortable in the learning space
· Is empathetic and compassionate to the needs of those experiencing homelessness
· Is able to communicate well with individuals from a wide range of backgrounds including those who have a range of needs (for example mental health and substance misuse) and who may have English as a second language.
· Is a good listener and patient
· Understands the importance of keeping an individual’s personal information secure and private and working within the boundaries of the role to keep everyone safe
· Is passionate about standing with Crisis and our members to end homelessness.
If you have experience learning a second or third language, this can be particularly helpful in supporting our learners and understanding the challenges they may face. There may also be opportunities to develop your own presentation and facilitation skills, including leading or presenting parts of a session if this is something you would like to try.
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