Volunteer roles in Luton
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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!
What will you be doing?
People in Harmony (PIH) is a membership organisation dedicated to supporting mixed-race individuals, and interracial families, and couples. Established in 1972, PIH aims to promote positive experiences by challenging racism, prejudice, and ignorance. We provide information, support, and advocacy to our members and the wider community through education, celebration, and research.
We are seeking a new Chair at a pivotal moment in the Charity’s history. Following a strategic review, we are at the start of a five-year plan focused on building capacity, strengthening governance, and establishing a strong operational structure. Concurrently, in the next 10 years we aspire to expand training, consultancy, and policy influence, positioning PIH as a leading national organisation for mixed-race advocacy. As Chair, you will be central in delivering the organisation's strategy.
What are we looking for?
- Proven experience at board level in a senior strategic leadership role, within the charity sector or a similar environment.
- Strong governance, strategic planning, and organisational skills.
- An inclusive leadership style; able to inspire and support everyone to participate on an equal footing.
- Financial management expertise and a broad understanding of charity finance issues
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to inspire and motivate others.
- Able to listen and engage effectively; comfortable with challenge and debate and can encourage that in others while promoting a collaborative board environment.
- Passionate about the mission of PIH and commitment to promoting diversity and inclusion.
- Lived experience and understanding of the challenges faced by mixed-race individuals and communities is preferable.
What difference will you make?
Key Responsibilities
- Lead the Board of Trustees in setting the strategic direction and ensuring effective governance.
- Ensure the Board operates within its charitable objectives and complies with all legal and regulatory requirements.
- Plan and facilitate cyclical committee meetings, ensuring they are well-organised, inclusive, and productive.
- Approve operational strategies and policies and monitor and evaluate their implementation.
- Act as an ambassador for PIH, representing the charity at events and in the media.
- Establish and maintain positive relationships with members, partners, and stakeholders to further the charity's mission.
- Oversee the organisation’s financial plans and budgets and monitor and evaluate progress.
- Ensure key risks are identified, monitored and mitigated effectively.
- Support fundraising and grant application efforts and help secure resources necessary for the charity's sustainability.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Actively Interviewing
This organisation is scheduling interviews as applications come in. They're ready to hire as soon as they find the right person. Don't miss your opportunity, apply now!
About the Role
We are Buttons & Bubbles C.I.C. We aim to increase inclusion and representation for disabled families across society. We have several different services including bespoke characters, workshops, free resources, events, sensory trails and more.
As Buttons & Bubbles continues to grow, we are looking for people who can grow our Linkedin network and also general leads into development and business opportunities
Who Are We Looking For?
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Someone who is passionate about our mission of inclusion, representation, and belonging.
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Knowledge of lead generation
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Knowledge of strategic planning and growth
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Knowledge of Linkedin
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Comfortable making initial contact with other professionals and organizations
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UK based
What Do We Expect?
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Must be willing to undertake our training programme, which will be completed virtually at a time that suits you.
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Have a DBS check (preferably be on the update service) or be willing to complete one with us.
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Sign our volunteer contract. (If you disagree with anything in it, please discuss it with us, we’re happy to make small changes where appropriate.)
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Have a positive attitude toward disability and illness. We’re always happy to answer questions about this.
What Can You Expect?
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A kind, caring, and nurturing company that values its people, staff, and volunteers. Our aim is to keep your wellbeing at the centre of our work.
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A community group that does not currently operate a rota system of any kind. Therefore, you don’t have to commit your time regularly only when it suits you.
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A positive and proactive approach to disability and illness. Any and all accommodations you require will be made. If you’d like to discuss something privately, please email us to arrange a confidential chat.
Benefits of Volunteering with Buttons & Bubbles C.I.C
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Make a difference in your community.
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Have a positive impact on people’s lives.
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Develop your current skills and gain new ones.
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Demonstrate your commitment and reliability to future employers.
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Show your ability to balance and manage your time effectively.
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Build your confidence.
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Explore new areas of interest by taking on additional tasks if you wish.
To increase inclusion and representation across society for disabled families.
Actively Interviewing
This organisation is scheduling interviews as applications come in. They're ready to hire as soon as they find the right person. Don't miss your opportunity, apply now!
About the Role
We are Buttons & Bubbles C.I.C and our mission is to increase inclusion and representation for disabled families across society. We offer a variety of services including bespoke characters, workshops, free resources, events, sensory trails, and more.
We are looking for volunteers to help us apply for and secure funding to support our valuable work. This role can be done remotely, with no fixed rota, and the amount of time you give is flexible.
Who Are We Looking For?
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Interested in fundraising or securing funding
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May have experience in the community or charity sector
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May have a legal or corporate background
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Willingness to learn, motivated, and proactive
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Organised and detail-oriented
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Positive attitude and collaborative
What Do We Expect?
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Willingness to undertake our virtual training programme at a time convenient to you
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Have a basic DBS check (preferably on the update system) or be willing to complete one with us
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Sign our volunteer contract (we are happy to discuss reasonable adjustments if needed)
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A positive and inclusive attitude toward disability and illness
What Can You Expect?
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A supportive, kind, and nurturing team that values its volunteers
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Flexibility – contribute at times that suit you
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Supportive approach to accessibility and accommodations
Benefits of Volunteering with Buttons & Bubbles C.I.C.
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Make a tangible difference in your community
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Develop skills in fundraising, research, and grant applications
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Enhance your CV and demonstrate reliability to future employers
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Explore new areas of interest and take on additional tasks if desired
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Build confidence while contributing to meaningful work
To increase inclusion and representation across society for disabled families.
Actively Interviewing
This organisation is scheduling interviews as applications come in. They're ready to hire as soon as they find the right person. Don't miss your opportunity, apply now!
About the Role
We are Buttons & Bubbles C.I.C. and our mission is to increase inclusion and representation for disabled families across society. We offer a variety of services including bespoke characters, workshops, free resources, events, sensory trails, and more.
We are looking for volunteers to help us apply for and secure funding to support our valuable work. This role can be done remotely, with no fixed rota, and the amount of time you give is flexible.
Who Are We Looking For?
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Interested in fundraising or securing funding
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May have experience in the community or charity sector
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Legal or corporate background, or studying law or similar subjects
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Willingness to learn, motivated, and proactive
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Organised and detail-oriented
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Positive attitude and collaborative
What Do We Expect?
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Willingness to undertake our virtual training programme at a time convenient to you
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Have a basic DBS check (preferably on the update system) or be willing to complete one with us
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Sign our volunteer contract (we are happy to discuss reasonable adjustments if needed)
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A positive and inclusive attitude toward disability and illness
What Can You Expect?
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A supportive, kind, and nurturing team that values its volunteers
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Flexibility – contribute at times that suit you
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Supportive approach to accessibility and accommodations
Benefits of Volunteering with Buttons & Bubbles C.I.C.
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Make a tangible difference in your community
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Develop skills in fundraising, research, and grant applications
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Enhance your CV and demonstrate reliability to future employers
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Explore new areas of interest and take on additional tasks if desired
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Build confidence while contributing to meaningful work
To increase inclusion and representation across society for disabled families.
Actively Interviewing
This organisation is scheduling interviews as applications come in. They're ready to hire as soon as they find the right person. Don't miss your opportunity, apply now!
About the Role
We are Buttons & Bubbles C.I.C. and our mission is to increase inclusion and representation for disabled families across society. We offer a variety of services including bespoke characters, workshops, free resources, events, sensory trails, and more.
We want to collaborate with more organisations, schools, and hospitals to spread the word about our work and services. To do this, we are looking for volunteers to join our outreach team and support these efforts.
Who Are We Looking For?
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Enthusiastic about increasing representation and inclusion
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Interested in development, with possible experience working with schools, hospitals, or in business development
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Strong communicator (verbal or other forms such as Sign Language, Eye Gaze, etc.)
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Creative thinker who can bring fresh ideas to the team
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Collaborative and team-minded
What Do We Expect?
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Willingness to undertake our virtual training programme
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Have an Enhanced DBS check (preferably on the update system) or be willing to complete one with us
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Sign our volunteer contract (we are happy to discuss reasonable adjustments if needed)
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A positive and inclusive attitude toward disability and illness
What Can You Expect?
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A supportive, kind, and nurturing team that values its volunteers
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Flexibility- contribute at times that suit you
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Supportive approach to accessibility and accommodations
Benefits of Volunteering with Buttons & Bubbles C.I.C
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Make a tangible difference in your community
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Develop skills in outreach, communication, and partnership building
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Enhance your CV and demonstrate reliability to future employers
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Explore new areas of interest and take on additional tasks if desired
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Build confidence while contributing to meaningful work
To increase inclusion and representation across society for disabled families.
Actively Interviewing
This organisation is scheduling interviews as applications come in. They're ready to hire as soon as they find the right person. Don't miss your opportunity, apply now!
Who are we:
We are Buttons & Bubbles CIC. We are dedicated to increasing inclusion and representation across society for disabled families. We take a positive and proactive disability and illness. We don't conform to society's and the media's view that disability is awful, and you have no quality of life. Although we fully acknowledge it gives rise to come of the most heartbreaking and challenging times you will ever face. We ask everyone who joins Buttons & Bubbles to embrace this perspective. If you don't agree with it, then sadly we're not the right organisation for you.
About the role:
We are looking for people to join our communications team. Helping with a variety of tasks from social media scheduling to posting job adverts to helping create policies.
Our values:
We embrace disability and neurodiversity; it makes us a stronger and more brilliant team. No robots at Buttons & Bubbles, thank you!
What are we looking for?
We are looking for a few individuals who may have the following skills and experience. Don't worry if you haven’t as full training will be provided.
Skillset;
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Communication skills
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Editing cntent
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Scheduling content
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Knowledge of admin programs including spreadsheets and outlook
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Organised
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Adaptable
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Willing to learn and develop
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An individual with a creative mindset
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Thrill of building an online community.
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Have a basic DBS check
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Positive attitude towards disability or illness
Benefits of joining Buttons & Bubbles C.I.C:
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Gaining valuable experience.
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Improving your confidence
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Allows you to explore potentially different areas of interest.
Benefits of volunteering with us:
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Making a difference to the community
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Makes a positive impact on people
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Develop your current skill set and gain new skills.
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Displays your level of commitment to future employers.
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Displays your ability to balance and schedule your time effectively when seeking future
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Employment opportunities
To increase inclusion and representation across society for disabled families.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Actively Interviewing
This organisation is scheduling interviews as applications come in. They're ready to hire as soon as they find the right person. Don't miss your opportunity, apply now!
It’s an exciting time to join Victim Support, as we prepare to begin delivery of the Witness Service from April 2026. We look forward to welcoming current Witness Service staff and volunteers to Victim Support — and we’re also now beginning recruitment for several new roles and to fill vacant positions.
The Witness Service provides free, independent support to any witness giving evidence in criminal courts in England and Wales — both for the prosecution and the defence.
Our trained staff and volunteers help people understand what to expect before, during and after a trial, and offer practical and emotional support every step of the way, so witnesses can give their best evidence.
The Witness Service also supports bereaved family members, and friends and family who are accompanying witnesses in court.
This is an exceptional opportunity to help us ensure a smooth transition and shape a high-quality, high-impact and trauma-informed service — so every witness feels informed, supported and more confident in court.
Witness Service Outreach Volunteers provide support to witnesses when they are attending court, as well as pre-trial and post-trial helping them to feel safe and informed. You will provide support to both prosecution and defence witnesses.
Why volunteer with us?
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Make a difference - you will volunteer directly with victims and witnesses.
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Gain skills and experience - you will receive training on how to provide practical and emotional support.
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Join our community - you will be part of a large community of over 2,000 volunteers and staff.
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Beyond your role – attend one of our many events/webinars and join one of our six Equality, Diversity & Inclusion networks.
What do we ask of you?
In order to join us as a Witness Service Volunteer, you must:
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Be 18 years of age or over.
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Be able to volunteer for at least 1 day per week, for at least 12 months.
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Undertake training – this includes virtual training days as well as completing online learning modules.
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Undertake an Enhanced DBS with Child Barred List check & be part of the DBS Update Service.
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Be able to provide two satisfactory references.
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Have an active email address that you are comfortable using in order to engage with VS communications.
Diversity Matters
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VS strives to represent the diverse communities we serve and are passionate about creating an environment where all staff and volunteers feel respected and heard. Being a diverse organisation with an inclusive culture is integral to us being able to meet our aim of ensuring that anyone who is a victim of crime gets the support they need.
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VS is also a Disability Confident Employer and we provide a Guaranteed Interview Scheme for candidates that are disabled and meet all essential criteria for a role.
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We are happy to make reasonable adjustments to support you through the application process.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Actively Interviewing
This organisation is scheduling interviews as applications come in. They're ready to hire as soon as they find the right person. Don't miss your opportunity, apply now!
We’re excited to be opening a new café at our Spring Garden Lane site this April and are looking for warm, friendly volunteers to help create a welcoming space for our visitors, patients, and staff.
In this role, you’ll support the day-to-day running of the Hospice café. Tasks may include serving customers, preparing light snacks and drinks, operating the till, and helping to keep the café clean, organised, and inviting.
No previous experience is necessary—just a positive attitude, reliability, and a willingness to learn and support others.
Full training will be provided, including an online food safety course to help you feel confident in the role.
The Hospice of St Francis helps local people and their families, in Hertfordshire and Buckinghamshire, to live their precious lives well.



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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!
This role provides a telephone listening and support service to bereaved carers’ and family members whose relatives died under the care of The Hospice of St Francis. Last year our Bereavement Support Line volunteers made over 1,000 calls.
We are looking for additional volunteers to support this service. Do you have strong listening skills? Are you reflective, self-aware, adaptive with basic IT skills? We'd love to hear from you.
The role will be ome based and you will receive full training and ongoing support.
The Hospice of St Francis helps local people and their families, in Hertfordshire and Buckinghamshire, to live their precious lives well.



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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!
Inpatient unit Volunteers provide support to the kitchen staff by delivering meals and snacks to patients, collecting used crockery from patient rooms and washing up all staff & patient crockery and cutlery. Volunteers in this role also provide a warm welcome to visitors when required. This allows catering staff to concentrate on food preparation, and nursing staff to concentrate on patient care.
Full training provided. An enhanced DBS check will be required for this role.
“Since helping at the Hospice of St Francis I feel as though my life has been much enriched”
IPU Volunteer
The Hospice of St Francis helps local people and their families, in Hertfordshire and Buckinghamshire, to live their precious lives well.



Actively Interviewing
This organisation is scheduling interviews as applications come in. They're ready to hire as soon as they find the right person. Don't miss your opportunity, apply now!
Hours: We are looking for committed volunteers to help in our shops. Shop volunteers need to be fit and work to a rota; usually one morning or afternoon each week, but we can be flexible. We are particularly looking for volunteers in the following shops:
Greenway Owned (Chesham) NEW SHOP OPENED! Flexible shifts available, initially Thursdays, Fridays & Saturdays, from February to also be opening Monday to Wednesday
Amersham Owned- Monday afternoons, Tuesdays, Wednesdays, Thursdays, Friday mornings, Weekends
Berkhamsted Owned - Tuesdays, Wednesday afternoons (Sorter), Saturday afternoons
Abbots Langley Owned - Friday afternoons
Highfield Owned (Hemel Hempstead) - Monday afternoons, Friday afternoons, Saturdays
Kings Langley Owned - Monday mornings, Saturday afternoons (ideally Steamer). DofE - Wednesday after school, Saturday mornings
Returned to Glory (Berkhamsted) - Mondays mornings and Weekends (ideally willing and able to help move furniture)
Marshalswick Owned (St Albans) - Steamers and Sorters for most days and Sundays also Stock Processor/Till Operator
All our shops are in the heart of the community. If you are looking for a fun role, to learn new skills and to work within a fantastic team then shops have the volunteer roles for you!
Tasks are incredibly varied but all require a commitment to the Hospice values. The main roles with training given, are:
Till Operator - serving customers on the till, customer facing
Steamer - Steaming clothes ready for sale
Sorter - Sorting donations in preparation to sell
Stock Processor - Hanging, tagging clothes, washing bric-a-brac, filling shop shelves
If you are interested in finding out more about these roles pop into one of the shops for a chat with the shop manager, complete our online application form or contact our friendly volunteering team.
“Bright, lively and a fun place to work with a brill people.” Shop Volunteer
The Hospice of St Francis helps local people and their families, in Hertfordshire and Buckinghamshire, to live their precious lives well.



Actively Interviewing
This organisation is scheduling interviews as applications come in. They're ready to hire as soon as they find the right person. Don't miss your opportunity, apply now!
Supporting our events has something for everyone! With roles based at our community events and mass participation events there are plenty of opportunities to get involved in a fun, memorable event experience.
Event support volunteers help our events by marshalling, welcoming participants, setting up and stewarding.
Our volunteers help to run and structure the events better, keep participants safe and allow us to continue to raise money for our care services.
Each role requires a different level of commitment, so please get in touch if you think you can help.
"I love helping at events, there is such a sense of camaraderie"
Event Volunteer
The Hospice of St Francis helps local people and their families, in Hertfordshire and Buckinghamshire, to live their precious lives well.



Actively Interviewing
This organisation is scheduling interviews as applications come in. They're ready to hire as soon as they find the right person. Don't miss your opportunity, apply now!
It’s an exciting time to join Victim Support, as we prepare to begin delivery of the Witness Service from April 2026. We look forward to welcoming current Witness Service staff and volunteers to Victim Support — and we’re also now beginning recruitment for several new roles and to fill vacant positions.
The Witness Service provides free, independent support to any witness giving evidence in criminal courts in England and Wales — both for the prosecution and the defence.
Our trained staff and volunteers help people understand what to expect before, during and after a trial, and offer practical and emotional support every step of the way, so witnesses can give their best evidence.
The Witness Service also supports bereaved family members, and friends and family who are accompanying witnesses in court.
Why join the Witness Service now
This is an exceptional opportunity to help us ensure a smooth transition and shape a high-quality, high-impact and trauma-informed service — so every witness feels informed, supported and more confident in court.
Witness Service Outreach Volunteers provide support to witnesses when they are attending court, as well as pre-trial and post-trial helping them to feel safe and informed. You will provide support to both prosecution and defence witnesses.
Why volunteer with us?
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Make a difference - you will volunteer directly with witnesses.
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Gain skills and experience - you will receive training on how to provide practical and emotional support.
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Join our community - you will be part of a large community of over 2000 volunteers and staff.
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Beyond your role – attend one or our many events/webinars and join one of our six Equality, Diversity & Inclusion networks.
What do we ask of you?
In order to join us as a Witness Service Volunteer, you must:
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Be 18 years of age or over.
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Be able to volunteer for at least 1 day per week, for at least 12 months.
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Undertake training – this includes virtual training days as well as completing online learning modules.
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Undertake an Enhanced DBS with Child Barred List check & be part of the DBS Update Service.
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Be able to provide two satisfactory references.
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Have an active email address that you are comfortable using in order to engage with VS communications.
Expenses
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All Victim Support volunteers are entitled to out-of-pocket expenses incurred whilst volunteering, including travel and lunch.
Diversity Matters
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VS strives to represent the diverse communities we serve and are passionate about creating an environment where all staff and volunteers feel respected and heard. Being a diverse organisation with an inclusive culture is integral to us being able to meet our aim of ensuring that anyone who is a victim of crime gets the support they need.
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VS is also a Disability Confident Employer and we provide a Guaranteed Interview Scheme for candidates that are disabled and meet all essential criteria for a role.
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We are happy to make reasonable adjustments to support you through the application process.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Actively Interviewing
This organisation is scheduling interviews as applications come in. They're ready to hire as soon as they find the right person. Don't miss your opportunity, apply now!
Do you want to make a difference to a young person’s life?
Do you have 1- 4 hours per month to spare?
We urgently require volunteer befrienders to be a positive role models for young people living in care. So why not volunteer as a mentor/befriender for NYAS as an Independent Visitor for children and young people in care.
As a volunteer you will:
* Have fun, take young people on outings and maybe share a hobby, sport or interest
* Offer support and a listening ear and be a positive influence in a young person’s life and help build self- esteem and confidence
* You don’t need any special qualifications
We are looking for reliable and dependable people from all walks of life.
We will provide training and on-going support. We will pay expenses to a set limit.
Here is what some of our young people and volunteers have to say about this rewarding role:
I like how my Independent Visitor isn’t anything to do with social services and is here to support me not to judge.
They have boosted my confidence, now I feel like when I go places I can just relax and have fun.
My young person always looks forward to me coming, they have had such a disjointed life, I am a stable figure in their life and this has to be important for them as everything else changes around them a lot.
If you feel you would suit this role, please get in touch.
At NYAS, we listen to what children, young people and vulnerable adults want. We empower them to have their voices heard.
Actively Interviewing
This organisation is scheduling interviews as applications come in. They're ready to hire as soon as they find the right person. Don't miss your opportunity, apply now!
Production Assistant
We are a Kingston-based social marketing enterprise using creative thinking to build community cohesion.We aim to attract knowledgeable individuals encouraging different cultures to unite which enables us to share and celebrate essential lessons. Partnering with local organisations, we put on programmes of training, workshops and other events that promote unity and tolerance. We conduct research to support our cause to challenge preconceptions around race and stereotyping. As well as delivering workshops on unconscious bias in the workplace.To learn more about our impactful work at Quilombo UK, we encourage you to explore our website and YouTube channel.
Join us in leading positive change!
Role Overview
As a Production Assistant, you will support the Video Production Manager and team in all stages of video production, focusing primarily on the pre and production phase. Your role will be crucial in ensuring that our video projects are well-planned and executed smoothly. You will be involved in tasks ranging from script writing to stage setting, ensuring that all necessary preparations are in place for successful video production.
Main Responsibilities
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Collaborate with the Video Production Manager to develop and refine scripts for various video projects, conducting research to gather relevant information and insights to inform script content and invite guests when necessary.
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Assist in planning and setting up stages for video shoots, including arranging props, lighting, and other necessary equipment, and coordinate with the production team to ensure all stage elements are in place.
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Work with the Video Production Manager to create detailed production schedules and timelines, and coordinate with cast, crew, and other stakeholders to ensure everyone is informed of shoot dates and times.
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Assist in identifying and securing suitable locations for video shoots, conducting site visits to assess the suitability of locations and addressing any logistical considerations.
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Organize and manage all production materials and resources, including scripts, shot lists, and production notes, ensuring all necessary permits and permissions are obtained for filming locations.
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Act as a point of contact between the pre/production team and other departments, ensuring smooth communication and collaboration, and provide regular updates to the Video Production Manager on the progress of pr/production tasks.
Essential
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Provide production assistance as needed (e.g. props, crafty, runner duties)
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Good interpersonal skills with ability to get on with people at all levels.
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Strong organizational and time management skills.
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Excellent written and verbal communication abilities.
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Creativity and attention to detail in script writing and stage setting.
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Experience in camera set-ups for live events /ob-doc /scripted content
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Appropriate DIT practices for media management
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Working knowledge of audio production and basic audio set-ups for live events and recorded audio.
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To show professionalism at all levels and in all environments
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Proficiency with Google Workspace/Microsoft Office
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Working knowledge of file codecs and wrappers
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Digital Asset Management (Utilising enterprise versions of Google Drive etc)
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Coordinating the activities of writers, directors, managers, actors, and other personnel throughout the production process
Desirable
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Committed to working with the community with a passion for helping others less fortune
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1 + years of production in broadcast and film
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Understanding of broadcast acquisition standards for file deliveries
The Professional Development Programme with Quilombo UK is a 16-week UNPAID opportunity that requires a minimum commitment of 12 hours per week, Monday to Friday.
QUILOMBO UK is dedicated to fostering an inclusive workplace environment that values diversity and promotes equality for all employees. As part of our commitment to upholding these principles, we adhere to the guidelines outlined in the Equality Act 2010. We firmly believe in creating a workplace where all individuals are respected and treated fairly. Discrimination of any kind will not be tolerated.


