Volunteer roles in Sutton

Equal Aqua is seeking a Trustee with significant fundraising expertise to provide strategic leadership and hands-on support to drive substantial income growth as the organisation scales towards a seven-figure annual income. The role involves actively leveraging networks to open doors to major donors, corporate partners and grant-makers, initiating high-value funding conversations and developing new income streams. The Trustee will help shape and oversee the organisation’s long-term fundraising strategy, support the cultivation and conversion of major funding opportunities, mentor the fundraising team and strengthen proposals and donor engagement. Acting as an ambassador for the organisation, they will also help raise Equal Aqua’s profile within influential networks while ensuring strong governance, accountability and performance through the Board and Fundraising Committee. The ideal candidate will bring senior-level fundraising experience, strong sector knowledge in areas such as WASH, climate or international development, and a network capable of unlocking significant new funding opportunities.

Equal Aqua is a registered Charitable Incorporated Organisation (CIO) in the UK; Equal Aqua Uganda is a registered Community Based Organisation (CBO) in Uganda (‘EAU’ refers to both). Both operate equally and in unison. The purpose of EAU is to enable communities in Uganda to have access to safe and sustainable water, sanitation and hygiene (WASH) facilities. EAU supports schools and communities facing the greatest WASH inequalities by providing water tanks and filters, running classes and workshops, and empowering young people to be WASH change makers in their community. The current Board of Trustees, consisting of 5 members based in UK and Uganda, provides guidance to the volunteer EAU management team as well as supporting the implementing volunteers based in UK, Uganda and other countries.

The objectives of EAU are, in Uganda, to:

1. To improve access to safe and sustainable WASH for those facing the greatest inequalities in Uganda

2. To strengthen the participation of local communities in WASH, in particular women and girls, and displaced peoples

3. To take action to protect the natural environment, reduce pollution and tackle climate change

The role of trustees is:

1. Sculpt and maintain EAU’s vision, mission, objectives and values.

2. Act as ‘critical friends’ in the development of EAU’s policy, programming and planning.

3. Actively champion EAU externally, opening doors to people and organisations that can support our cause, fostering awareness and engagement in the UK, Uganda and internationally.

4. Support in particular with income generation activities, advising and supporting delivery of major campaigns and helping to build EAU’s donor and partner base.

5. Establish and maintain systems for reporting and monitoring.

6. Ensure that the financial affairs of the organisation are conducted properly and are accurately reported.

7. Manage risk and ensure compliance and accountability with the governing document (EAU Constitution), external regulators and the law (UK and Uganda).

8. Safeguard EAU’s assets – both physical assets, including property, and intangible ones, such as its reputation.

Ensure EAU has the appropriate structure and resources to deliver the above.

Trustee Responsibilities:

1. To attend and contribute to EAU Board of Trustee meetings, held at least on a quarterly basis. To work with EAU management to set an agenda in advance of this meeting.

2. Currently, Trustees will hold the position for a maximum of 3 years. This length of trusteeship will be reviewed with the aim of staggering Trustee terms to ensure a smooth transition between board members.

3. To support the recruitment of additional trustees, from diverse backgrounds and providing a range of expertise.

4. To offer personal expertise and skills in select areas for the benefit of EAU. This may include legal, management, practical, fundraising, marketing or other relevant areas.

5. To offer advice and feedback on EAU’s main fundraising programmes, e.g. events and grant applications.

Additional Responsibilities of Trustee with fundraising expertise

To provide strategic leadership and hands-on support to drive significant and sustainable income growth for Equal Aqua, with the ambition of building towards a seven-figure annual income.

Key Responsibilities

1. Strategic Fundraising Leadership
   Provide Board-level oversight and strategic direction for the development and execution of an ambitious, multi-year fundraising strategy aligned with EAU’s growth plans, ensuring clear pathways to seven-figure annual income.
2. Active Income Generation & Network Mobilisation
   Proactively generate income by leveraging personal and professional networks to:
   • Open doors to high-value donors, grant-makers, corporates and philanthropic partners
   • Introduce EAU to influential individuals and decision-makers
   • Initiate and nurture strategic funding conversations
   • Identify and pursue new income streams and partnership opportunities

This role requires active relationship-building and direct contribution to income growth, not solely advisory input.

1. Pipeline Development & High-Value Fundraising
   Support the identification, cultivation and conversion of major funding opportunities, including trusts and foundations, corporate partnerships and major donors. Where appropriate, personally lead or co-lead high-value approaches.
2. Committee Leadership & Support
   Provide experienced guidance to the Fundraising Committee and fundraising volunteers, strengthening capability, confidence and performance across the team.
3. Hands-On Mentorship & Quality Assurance
   Offer practical, hands-on support to fundraising volunteers, including:
   • Reviewing and strengthening proposals and pitch materials
   • Advising on donor strategy and positioning
   • Supporting preparation for high-stakes meetings and presentations
4. Visibility & Advocacy
   Act as an ambassador for EAU, raising the organisation’s profile in relevant networks, events and forums, and positioning EAU as a credible, high-impact partner.
5. Governance & Accountability
   Attend quarterly Fundraising Committee meetings (one of EAU’s management committees) and relevant Board meetings, ensuring clear income targets, performance monitoring and accountability for results.

Desired Background and expertise of Trustee with Fundraising expertise.

 Senior Fundraising Experience

• A substantial track record (ideally 5+ years) in charity fundraising, with experience operating at a strategic level. This should include demonstrable success in securing significant income from one or more of the following: trusts and foundations, major donors, corporate partnerships, institutional funders or high-net-worth individuals. Experience supporting organisations through periods of income growth or scale-up is highly desirable. International development experience is strongly preferred.

• Sector-Relevant Knowledge
  Strong understanding of fundraising dynamics and donor priorities within one or more of Equal Aqua’s core thematic areas, including:
  • WASH (Water, Sanitation & Hygiene)
  • Climate and environmental sustainability
  • Menstrual health and gender equality
  • Rural enterprise and livelihoods
  • International development

Familiarity with the funding landscape in these sectors – including trends, key funders and partnership models – would be a significant advantage.

• Network & Influence
  An established professional network that can be activated in support of Equal Aqua’s growth ambitions, with the credibility and confidence to engage senior decision-makers and prospective funders.

• Strategic & Commercial Acumen
  The ability to think entrepreneurially about income generation, identify new revenue opportunities, and contribute to building a diversified and resilient funding portfolio.

Job Description:

Services Sales Specialist (Commission-Only)

Programme Association: Enhanced Professional Development Programme (ePDP) /

International Personal Development Programme (iPDP)

Role Type: Part-time | Self-Employed Contractor | Commission-Only (Uncapped) | Remote

Commitment: 12 hours/week (Structured as two 6-hour shifts) | 16-week programme duration

Role Summary

Quilombo UK is seeking a highly motivated and experienced Services Sales Specialist to join our team as a self-employed contractor. This is a crucial, target-driven, commission-only role focused on generating revenue by converting prospective service users into paying clients.The successful candidate will gain direct, high-impact sales experience that mirrors the standards and performance expectations of a paid sales position, with the added benefit of earning commission on all confirmed deals.

Compensation Structure

● Payment Basis: This is a commission-only, self-employed contractor position. There is no fixed salary or hourly wage. The specialist is responsible for invoicing Quilombo UK monthly for earned commission.

● Commission: Commission is earned per converted sale, payable only after the customer’s second monthly payment is successfully processed.

○ Standard £200 ePDP Sale: £25 commission

○ Subsidized £100 Sale: £10 commission

○ 2-Month Rolling Sale: £65 commission

● Payment Schedule: Commission earned is paid monthly, 30 days after receipt of the monthly invoice from the specialist, following the trigger (receipt of the customer's second payment) being confirmed.

Main Responsibilities

This is a target-driven, client-facing role responsible for the full sales cycle:

● Lead Generation: Proactively research and identify prospective clients aligned with Quilombo UK’s mission and services.

● Outreach & Pitching: Initiate direct outreach (calls, emails, online meetings) with clients directly.

● Closing Deals: Deliver compelling sales pitches and presentations, handle end-to-end sales processes, and secure contracts for services.

● Pipeline Management: Develop and maintain a strong client pipeline, updating CRM or tracking systems regularly.

● Performance: Consistently meet or exceed weekly/monthly Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) related to outreach, meetings, and revenue conversions.

● Strategy: Collaborate with the Director to refine messaging and sales strategy for maximum impact. Services to be Sold

The successful candidate will primarily sell Quilombo UK’s core offerings:

● ePDP (Enhanced Professional Development Programme)

● iPDP (International Personal Development Programme)

● Quilombo UK Departments as a Service

● Workshops

● Essential: Demonstrated experience in a sales, business development, or account management role, with a proven track record of generating leads and closing deals.

● Skills: Excellent verbal and written communication, strong presentation and negotiation abilities, and confidence to work independently.

● Alignment: Passion for social justice, community engagement, and inclusion.

What We Offer

● Income Potential: Uncapped commission earning potential based entirely on performance.

● Experience: Real-world, results-driven sales experience with clear KPIs and performance feedback.

● Mentorship: Coaching and mentoring from experienced directors and leadership.

● Certification: Certificate of completion and reference upon successful 16-week programme completion.

Job Types: Part-time, Freelance

Work Location: Remote

Our vision for volunteering

Volunteering is and always will be at the heart of Cats Protection. It is joyful and inclusive. As a charity, working in partnership, together we transform the lives of cats, people and communities.

The difference you will make to cats and people

At Cats Protection we help thousands of cats and kittens each year thanks to our dedicated and passionate volunteer groups. We have branches across the UK, all of which help our cats in different ways. Branches take in stray and abandoned cats and ensure they receive the veterinary care and attention they deserve; help raise funds, promote neutering and help spread cat welfare messages. Our branch team leader volunteers lead their local team by supporting and managing volunteers within their group, maintaining communications with both volunteers and employees, and helping promote a positive and professional image of Cats Protection.

You can expect us to

• Make you feel welcome, included and respected in line with our values and behaviours
• Support you in having a positive and impactful experience at Cats Protection
• Cover agreed out-of-pocket expenses in line with our Expenses Policy
• Provide you with access to learning, development and engagement opportunities

Our vision for volunteering

Volunteering is and always will be at the heart of Cats Protection. It is joyful and inclusive. As a charity, working in partnership, together we transform the lives of cats, people and communities.

The difference you will make to cats and people

Unfortunately, thousands of cats each year are abandoned or have strayed and rely on charities like Cats Protection for help. Becoming a trap, neuter and return (TNR) volunteer is one way you can make a real difference to cats in your local area. Our TNR volunteers help reduce the number of feral cats by raising awareness of our TNR programmes, setting humane traps to safely capture cats, taking them to local vets to be neutered, and hopefully returning them back to their territory. Local TNR programmes are crucial, as feral and abandoned cats present a huge challenge for communities across the UK.

You can expect us to 

• Make you feel welcome, included and respected in line with our values and behaviours
• Support you in having a positive and impactful experience at Cats Protection
• Cover agreed out-of-pocket expenses in line with our Expenses Policy
• Provide you with access to learning, development and engagement opportunities

About CARAS: 

Community Action for Refugees and Asylum Seekers (CARAS) is a registered charity that has been supporting refugees and asylum-seekers since 2002 empowering them to integrate and engage in the local community. 

Arriving as an asylum seeker/refugee can be a disempowering experience. Difficulties with language, accessing services and overcoming prejudice are ever-present. As an organisation we are committed to work alongside refugees to overcome those challenges, and to help them build their lives. 

We offer group support and targeted support work. We offer a range of activities including: ESOL classes; social and recreational activities such as youth club, drama, trips, and family activities; educational support for young people; and casework and advocacy support. 

Our values are at the centre of all our work: 

• Kindness: CARAS will nurture all who are part of our community, helping everyone to develop their skills, talents, and interests. 

• Justice: CARAS will strive for social justice following a rights-based approach in all our work and challenging instances when rights are not upheld in wider society. 

• Empowerment: CARAS works alongside people, recognising and respecting their skills and strengths and striving together for better outcomes. 

• ‘With’ not ‘for’: CARAS will put the voices, opinions, experiences and needs of its beneficiaries at the heart of all that we do. 

About Youth Club:

Youth Club is a place for young people aged 14-19 to come and play games, learn new skills, make and strengthen friendships and build a sense of belonging. Regular activities include classic youth club games such as table tennis, pool, foosball, board and card games.

Youth club takes place at Tooting Hub- Beechcroft Road, Tooting, SW17 7B

About the Role:

CARAS is looking for volunteer Football Assistants to support our Football sessions on Mondays, 5.30-7pm in Balham.

Football coaching sessions are led by Fulham FC Kicks programme weekly, supported by CARAS volunteers to offer welcome to young people.

Volunteer tasks and responsibilities

· Welcoming young people to the session;

· Helping young people to register for sessions;

· Join in and be role model for young refugees and asylum seekers;

· Assisting participants to recognise and celebrate their achievements;

· Following FULHAM FC safeguarding policy and CARAS’ confidentiality, safeguarding, health & safety, equal opportunities, data management, online communications and all other policies as relevant.

Requirements:

Essential

· To be 18 years or older;

· To be non-judgemental and able to engage with people from diverse cultural backgrounds;

· To be reliable and punctual;

· Excellent communication skills, especially with people with varying levels of English;

· The ability to volunteer on Monday evenings for a minimum of four months;

· Currently resident in the UK;

- A love of football, and wanting to encourage others to play.

· Able to provide five years’ worth of addresses, and willing to undergo an enhanced DBS check (residency is not necessary if you are a Caras community member who is more recently arrived in the UK);

· Able to attend compulsory volunteer induction training (online) general and safeguarding prior to start of role

Desirable

· Knowledge of community languages, such as (including Arabic, Tigrinya, Amharic, Pashto, Dari, Farsi, Kurdish, Somali and Spanish).

Through volunteering with us you will:

· Meet new members of your local community;

· Learn about different cultures;

· Learn about issues relating to refugees and people seeking asylum;

- Be able to obtain a reference from us relating to your placement after 3 months’ regular volunteering

· Work as part of a friendly, welcoming team;

· Develop your skills and competencies;

· Be able to access relevant training;

Do you enjoy public speaking? Do you want to share the message of who Mencap are, what we do and bust some myths to groups and corporates around learning disabilities? If the answer is yes, then our Mencap Volunteer Speaker role could be for you!

We’re looking for confident public speakers to represent Mencap by delivering Lunch and Learn talks. You’ll be fully supported with training, guidance, and a prepared presentation and script. In this role, you’ll deliver engaging sessions either in person or virtually via Teams, reaching a wide range of groups and organisations.

Frequently you'll be co-delivering these talks with people with a learning disability, so you'll hear first hand their stories and the impact you'll make.

For this role you will need access to your own laptop.

We want to spread the message of who Mencap are and the amazing work we do, so as well as attending lunch and learns requested by our current corporates, we're looking for volunteers who will as part of the role, proactively; research, reach out and contact local groups (e.g: Rotary Clubs, Women's Institutes) and share our lunch and learn presentation with them.

The role also gives you the opportunity to attend cheque presentations and act as a representative for Mencap at supporter’s fundraising activities.

About Mencap

Mencap is the leading learning disability charity in England, Wales and Northern Ireland. We work with people with a learning disability and their families to challenge prejudice and change laws, and we directly support thousands of people to live their lives as they choose.

We have an ambitious vision for the UK to be the best place in the world for people with a learning disability to live happy and healthy lives.

Volunteering with us is YOUR opportunity to help us achieve this, whilst having the chance to develop your skills, meet new people and join a passionate and dedicated team.

We Need Your Help!

Demand for our support in Tower Hamlets and the surrounding areas is rising fast, and adults who feel disconnected from the world of work are looking for real opportunities — not just advice. We’re ready to step up, but we cannot build meaningful pathways into employment without someone who can connect us to the employers who can open doors.

We urgently need a leader who believes in partnership, opportunity, and the power of mentoring to transform lives.

Become Our Volunteer Programme Manager (Corporate Mentoring) and Help Build Bridges Between Employers and Our Community

Unlock YOUR Potential supports NEET adults (18+) across East London to rebuild confidence, gain clarity, and reconnect with their ambitions. Corporate mentoring is one of the most powerful tools we offer — giving adults direct access to professionals, networks, and real‑world insight.

We need someone who can build and manage these mentoring pathways from the ground up.

This is your chance to create the partnerships that help adults step into new careers.

Your Impact

As our Programme Manager (Corporate Mentoring), you will be the connector between our participants and the employers who can help them grow. Your leadership will shape how adults gain confidence, build networks, and access opportunities they never thought possible.

You will help us:

• Build relationships with employers across East London and beyond

• Design and manage our corporate mentoring schemes

• Match participants with mentors who can support their goals

• Create safe, structured mentoring experiences that build confidence and clarity

• Strengthen our employability offer as we prepare for charity registration

• Ensure our mentoring programmes are consistent, empowering, and rooted in dignity

Your work will directly open doors for adults who have been shut out of opportunity.

What You’ll Lead On

• Employer Engagement: Building partnerships with companies willing to mentor, support, or upskill our participants.

• Mentoring Programme Design: Creating structured mentoring pathways that align with our 12‑week programme and 1‑2‑1 support.

• Mentor Recruitment & Training: Onboarding and supporting corporate volunteers.

• Participant Matching: Pairing adults with mentors based on goals, interests, and strengths.

• Programme Delivery: Overseeing mentoring sessions, check‑ins, and group mentoring events.

• Impact Tracking: Monitoring outcomes, feedback, and success stories.

• Safeguarding & Quality: Ensuring safe, ethical, and professional mentoring practice.

This is a strategic and relationship‑driven role — perfect for someone who loves connecting people and building partnerships.

What You Bring

You don’t need to have worked in a charity before — what matters most is relationship‑building, organisation, and a passion for helping adults access opportunity.

You may be:

• Experienced in corporate partnerships, HR, mentoring, employability, or community engagement

• Skilled at building relationships and communicating with professionals at all levels

• Confident designing structured programmes and managing volunteers

• Someone who understands the challenges faced by NEET adults or brings lived experience

• A proactive, people‑focused leader who believes in second chances

Above all, you bring warmth, professionalism, and a belief in the power of connection to unlock potential.

What You Gain

• A meaningful leadership role in a growing social impact start‑up

• The chance to build a corporate mentoring programme from scratch

• Real influence over how adults in Tower Hamlets access networks and opportunities

• Experience in partnership‑building, programme management, and community impact

• A legacy — your work will help create pathways that support hundreds in the future

This is an opportunity to build the bridges that change lives.

If you’re ready to help adults access the networks they deserve, we’d love to hear from you.

Unlock YOUR Potential:

Help us build a future where no one is left behind.

We Need Your Help!

Demand for our support in Tower Hamlets and the surrounding areas is rising fast, and adults who feel stuck, overlooked, or disconnected are reaching out for help. We’re ready to step up — but we cannot deliver life‑changing career support without a leader who believes in empowerment, opportunity, and the power of coaching to transform lives.

We urgently need someone who can lead, shape, and deliver our career coaching offer with passion and purpose.

Become Our Volunteer Programme Manager (Career Coaching) and Help Adults in Tower Hamlets and the surrounding areas Rebuild Their Futures

Unlock YOUR Potential supports NEET adults (18+) across East London to rebuild confidence, gain clarity, and reconnect with their ambitions. Our 12‑week Career Coaching Programme and 1‑2‑1 coaching support are at the heart of what we do — and we need someone who can take ownership of this vital work.

This is your chance to design and deliver the programme that will help adults take their first steps back into employment, education, or training.

Your Impact

As our Programme Manager (Career Coaching), you will be the driving force behind our employability support. Your leadership will shape how adults experience our coaching, how they build confidence, and how they move toward meaningful opportunities.

You will help us:

• Deliver a structured, high‑quality 12‑week career coaching programme

• Provide 1‑2‑1 coaching to adults who need personalised support

• Build a safe, encouraging environment where adults can explore their goals

• Support participants with CVs, job applications, interview prep, and career planning

• Strengthen our employability offer as we prepare for charity registration

• Ensure our coaching is consistent, empowering, and rooted in dignity

Your work will directly change the trajectory of people’s lives.

What You’ll Lead On

• Programme Delivery: Managing and delivering our 12‑week career coaching programme in Tower Hamlets and surrounding areas.

• 1‑2‑1 Coaching: Providing personalised support to adults who need deeper guidance.

• Participant Journey: Ensuring every adult feels welcomed, supported, and motivated.

• Curriculum Development: Shaping session content, tools, and resources.

• Volunteer Coaches: Supporting and collaborating with volunteer career coaches.

• Monitoring & Impact: Tracking progress, outcomes, and success stories.

• Safeguarding & Quality: Ensuring safe, ethical, and high‑quality coaching practice.

This is a hands‑on, people‑focused role — perfect for someone who loves helping others grow.

What You Bring

You don’t need to have worked in a charity before — what matters most is empathy, coaching skill, and a passion for helping adults move forward.

You may be:

• Experienced in career coaching, employability, mentoring, or adult guidance

• Skilled at helping people identify strengths, goals, and next steps

• Confident delivering group sessions and 1‑2‑1 coaching

• Someone who understands the challenges faced by NEET adults or brings lived experience

• A patient, encouraging communicator who believes in second chances

Above all, you bring heart, clarity, and a commitment to helping adults unlock their potential.

What You Gain

• A meaningful leadership role in a growing social impact start‑up

• The chance to shape and deliver a flagship 12‑week programme

• Real influence over how adults in Tower Hamlets and the surrounding areas access career support

• Experience in programme management, coaching, and community impact

• A legacy — your work will help build a pathway that supports hundreds in the future

This is an opportunity to guide people toward confidence, clarity, and new beginnings.

If you’re ready to help adults in Tower Hamlets and the surrounding areas build brighter futures, we’d love to hear from you.

Unlock YOUR Potential:

Help us build a future where no one is left behind.

We Need Your Help!

The need for emotional support, confidence‑building, and personal development in Tower Hamlets and the surrounding areas is rising fast — and adults who feel stuck, overwhelmed, or disconnected are reaching out for help. We’re ready to step up, but we cannot deliver life‑changing wellbeing support without a leader who believes in growth, healing, and the power of personal development.

We urgently need someone who can lead, shape, and deliver our wellbeing and personal development offer with compassion and purpose.

Become Our Volunteer Programme Manager (Personal Development & Wellbeing) and Help Adults Rebuild Confidence and Resilience

Unlock YOUR Potential supports NEET adults (18+) across East London to rebuild confidence, strengthen resilience, improve wellbeing, and reconnect with their ambitions. Our personal development and wellbeing workshops are a core part of our mission — and we need someone who can take ownership of this vital work.

This is your chance to design and deliver the workshops that help adults feel hopeful, confident, and ready to move forward.

Your Impact

As our Programme Manager (Personal Development & Wellbeing), you will be the guiding force behind our emotional and personal growth support. Your leadership will shape how adults rebuild confidence, manage stress, set goals, and develop the resilience they need to thrive.

You will help us:

• Deliver empowering personal development and wellbeing workshops

• Support adults with confidence‑building, resilience, and goal‑setting

• Create safe, supportive spaces for adults to explore their wellbeing

• Develop tools and resources that help participants manage stress and anxiety

• Strengthen our wellbeing offer as we prepare for charity registration

• Ensure our workshops are consistent, compassionate, and rooted in dignity

Your work will directly improve the emotional wellbeing and confidence of adults across Tower Hamlets and the surrounding areas.

What You’ll Lead On

• Workshop Delivery: Leading personal development and wellbeing sessions (confidence, resilience, goal‑setting, mental wellbeing).

• Programme Design: Creating structured, accessible workshop content and resources.

• Participant Support: Ensuring every adult feels welcomed, understood, and supported.

• 1‑2‑1 Wellbeing Check‑ins: Offering light‑touch wellbeing conversations where needed (non‑clinical).

• Volunteer Facilitators: Supporting and collaborating with wellbeing volunteers.

• Monitoring & Impact: Tracking participant progress, feedback, and outcomes.

• Safeguarding & Quality: Ensuring safe, ethical, and trauma‑informed practice.

This is a hands‑on, people‑focused role — perfect for someone who loves helping others grow emotionally and personally.

What You Bring

You don’t need to be a therapist — what matters most is empathy, facilitation skill, and a passion for personal development.

You may be:

• Experienced in wellbeing facilitation, coaching, mentoring, or personal development

• Skilled at creating safe, supportive group environments

• Confident delivering workshops and guiding reflective conversations

• Someone who understands the challenges faced by NEET adults or brings lived experience

• A patient, compassionate communicator who believes in second chances

Above all, you bring warmth, clarity, and a belief in the power of personal growth to unlock potential.

What You Gain

• A meaningful leadership role in a growing social impact start‑up

• The chance to shape and deliver a wellbeing programme that changes lives

• Real influence over how adults in Tower Hamlets and the surrounding areas build confidence and resilience

• Experience in programme management, facilitation, and community wellbeing

• A legacy — your work will help build a pathway that supports hundreds in the future

This is an opportunity to guide people toward confidence, resilience, and renewed hope.

If you’re ready to help adults in Tower Hamlets and the surrounding areas grow, heal, and thrive, we’d love to hear from you.

Unlock YOUR Potential:

Help us build a future where no one is left behind.

We Need Your Help!

Our volunteer team is growing fast, demand for our services is rising, and we’re ready to scale — but we cannot deliver high‑quality, life‑changing support without someone who can design the training, development, and learning pathways that empower our volunteers to succeed.

We urgently need a leader who believes in growth, learning, and the power of well‑trained volunteers to transform lives.

Become Our Volunteer Training & Development Manager and Help Shape the Skills of a Charity

Unlock YOUR Potential supports NEET adults (18+) across East London to rebuild confidence, access coaching, improve wellbeing, and reconnect with their ambitions. Volunteers are at the heart of everything we do — and they deserve the best training, support, and development we can offer.

As a start‑up preparing for charity registration, we need someone who can build a complete volunteer learning ecosystem from scratch.

This is your chance to design the training that powers an entire organisation.

Your Impact

As our Training & Development Manager, you will shape how every volunteer learns, grows, and delivers support. Your leadership will ensure our coaches, mentors, facilitators, and team members feel confident, prepared, and aligned with our mission.

You will help us:

• Build a structured training pathway for all volunteer roles

• Create onboarding that inspires confidence and clarity

• Develop specialist training for coaching, mentoring, wellbeing, and safeguarding

• Ensure volunteers feel supported, skilled, and ready to make an impact

• Build the learning frameworks needed for charity registration and future funding

• Strengthen the quality and consistency of every service we deliver

Your work will directly influence the experience of every volunteer — and every adult they support.

What You’ll Lead On

• Volunteer Training Pathways: Designing clear, accessible learning journeys for each role.

• Onboarding & Induction: Creating a welcoming, informative, and inspiring introduction to UYP.

• Skills Development: Building workshops, guides, and resources for coaching, mentoring, wellbeing, and community engagement.

• Safeguarding & Compliance Training: Ensuring volunteers understand safe practice and organisational policies.

• Quality Assurance: Monitoring training effectiveness and improving it over time.

• Collaboration: Working closely with the Head of Volunteering and Head of Programmes & Services to align training with service needs.

This is a strategic and hands‑on role — perfect for someone who loves developing people and building learning systems.

What You Bring

You don’t need to have worked in a charity before — what matters most is a passion for learning, structure, and people development.

You may be:

• Experienced in training, L&D, coaching, mentoring, HR, or adult education

• Skilled at designing workshops, learning materials, or development pathways

• A strong communicator who can make complex ideas simple and engaging

• Someone who understands the challenges faced by NEET adults or brings lived experience

• A leader who wants to use their skills to empower volunteers and strengthen a community

Above all, you bring empathy, clarity, and a belief in the power of learning to unlock potential.

What You Gain

• A senior leadership role in a growing social impact start‑up

• The chance to build a full training and development function from scratch

• Real influence over the quality and impact of every volunteer interaction

• Experience in L&D strategy, volunteer development, and charity operations

• A meaningful legacy — your work will shape how volunteers grow for years to come

This is an opportunity to build the learning culture of an organisation with purpose.

If you’re ready to help us develop the people who drive change, we’d love to hear from you.

Unlock YOUR Potential:

Help us build a future where no one is left behind.

We Need Your Help!

Demand for our support is rising rapidly, and Unlock YOUR Potential is growing faster than our systems can keep up. We’re ready to scale — but we cannot build a strong, sustainable, high‑impact organisation without someone who can bring structure, strategy, and operational excellence to our mission.

We urgently need a leader who believes in empowerment, community, and the power of well‑designed systems to change lives.

Become Our Volunteer Head of Operations / COO and Help Build the Engine of Unlock YOUR Potential

Unlock YOUR Potential supports NEET adults (18+) across East London to rebuild confidence, access coaching, improve wellbeing, and reconnect with their ambitions. As a start‑up preparing for charity registration, we are building everything from scratch — and we need someone who can turn our vision into a well‑run, well‑organised, high‑quality organisation.

This is not just an operational role. This is your chance to build the entire operational backbone of a future charity.

Your Impact

As our Head of Operations / COO, you will be the architect of how Unlock YOUR Potential functions day to day. Your leadership will shape the systems, processes, and structures that allow us to deliver safe, effective, and life‑changing support.

You will help us:

• Build the operational infrastructure needed for charity registration

• Create systems that support volunteers, coaches, mentors, and programme leads

• Develop processes that ensure smooth, consistent service delivery

• Strengthen safeguarding, data protection, and quality assurance

• Support the Founder and Board with strategic planning and organisational development

• Ensure we grow sustainably, ethically, and with long‑term impact in mind

Your work will directly influence how many adults we can support — and how well we support them.

What You’ll Lead On

• Operational Strategy: Designing the systems and processes that underpin all programmes and services.

• Day‑to‑Day Management: Ensuring the organisation runs smoothly, efficiently, and safely.

• Safeguarding & Compliance: Working with the Safeguarding Lead and Company Secretary to maintain best practice.

• Quality Assurance: Monitoring service delivery and ensuring high standards across all programmes.

• Volunteer & Team Support: Helping the team stay organised, aligned, and supported.

• Risk Management: Identifying challenges early and building solutions that keep participants safe.

• Organisational Growth: Supporting the Founder in scaling programmes, partnerships, and operations.

This is a strategic and hands‑on leadership role — ideal for someone who loves building structure, solving problems, and making things work.

What You Bring

You don’t need to have worked in a charity before — what matters most is leadership, organisation, and a passion for social impact.

You may be:

• Experienced in operations, project management, service delivery, or organisational development

• Skilled at building systems, processes, and workflows

• A natural problem‑solver who thrives in start‑up environments

• Someone who understands the challenges faced by NEET adults or brings lived experience

• A leader who wants to use their skills to build something meaningful for East London

Above all, you bring integrity, clarity, and a commitment to helping people unlock their potential.

What You Gain

• A senior leadership role in a growing social impact start‑up

• The chance to build the operational foundations of a future charity

• Real influence over how adults in East London access life‑changing support

• Experience in organisational strategy, operations, and charity development

• A meaningful legacy — your work will shape how we function for years to come

This is an opportunity to build the engine of an organisation with purpose.

If you’re ready to help us build strong systems for change, we’d love to hear from you.

Unlock YOUR Potential:

Help us build a future where no one is left behind.

We Need Your Help!

Our organisation is growing fast, demand for our support is rising, and we are ready to scale — but we cannot build a strong, credible, and well‑run movement without someone who can bring structure, organisation, and governance to our mission.

We urgently need a detail‑driven, organised, and committed leader who believes in the power of good systems to change lives.

Become Our Volunteer Company Secretary & Admin/Office Manager and Help Build the Backbone of Unlock YOUR Potential

Unlock YOUR Potential supports NEET adults (18+) across East London to rebuild confidence, access coaching, improve wellbeing, and reconnect with their ambitions. As a start‑up preparing for charity registration, we need someone who can help us stay compliant, organised, and operationally strong.

This role is the engine room of our organisation — the person who ensures everything runs smoothly, safely, and professionally.

Your Impact

As our Company Secretary & Admin/Office Manager, you will play a critical role in building the systems, governance, and administrative foundations that allow us to grow responsibly and sustainably.

You will help us:

• Prepare for and navigate the charity registration process

• Build strong governance practices and ensure legal compliance

• Keep our records, policies, and documentation organised and up to date

• Support Trustees, volunteers, and programme leads with essential admin

• Create the operational structure that allows our services to run smoothly

• Ensure we meet our responsibilities as a responsible, ethical organisation

Your work will directly influence our credibility, stability, and long‑term success.

What You’ll Lead On

• Governance & Compliance: Supporting the Board, maintaining statutory records, and ensuring we meet legal obligations.

• Charity Registration: Helping prepare documents, policies, and evidence for our application.

• Admin & Operations: Managing emails, scheduling, filing systems, and day‑to‑day organisational tasks.

• Policy Management: Keeping safeguarding, HR, data protection, and operational policies updated.

• Meeting Support: Preparing agendas, taking minutes, and ensuring follow‑up actions are completed.

• Internal Coordination: Helping the team stay organised, informed, and aligned.

This is a strategic and hands‑on role — perfect for someone who loves structure, clarity, and making things work.

What You Bring

You don’t need to have worked in a charity before — what matters most is organisation, reliability, and a commitment to good governance.

You may be:

• Experienced in administration, office management, governance, HR, or compliance

• Skilled at creating order, systems, and processes

• Comfortable managing documents, policies, and organisational workflows

• Someone who enjoys supporting others and keeping things running smoothly

• A person who cares deeply about East London and wants to help build something meaningful

Above all, you bring integrity, attention to detail, and a belief in doing things the right way.

What You Gain

• A senior operational role in a growing social impact start‑up

• The chance to build the governance and admin foundations of a future charity

• Experience in charity compliance, board support, and organisational leadership

• A meaningful legacy — your work will shape how we operate for years to come

• The satisfaction of knowing your structure enables life‑changing services to happen

This is an opportunity to build the backbone of an organisation with purpose.

If you’re ready to help us build strong foundations for change, we’d love to hear from you.

Unlock YOUR Potential:

Help us build a future where no one is left behind.

We Need Your Help!

The need in our community is growing fast, and our movement is gaining momentum — but we cannot reach the adults who need us most without a powerful voice, a clear message, and a brand that cuts through the noise. We urgently need a leader who believes in storytelling, visibility, and the power of communication to change lives.

Become Our Volunteer Head of Marketing & Communications and Help Amplify a Movement

Unlock YOUR Potential supports NEET adults (18+) across East London to rebuild confidence, access coaching, improve wellbeing, and reconnect with their ambitions. As a start‑up, we are building everything from scratch — and our brand, messaging, and public presence are critical to our growth.

We need someone who can shape our voice, build our visibility, and help us reach the adults who need us now more than ever.

This is your chance to build the entire marketing and communications function of a future charity.

Your Impact

As our Head of Marketing & Communications, you will be the architect of how the world sees us. Your leadership will determine how effectively we reach NEET adults, inspire volunteers, attract partners, and build trust in our mission.

You will help us:

• Build a strong, recognisable brand rooted in hope, empowerment, and bold orange energy

• Create messaging that resonates with adults who feel overlooked or disconnected

• Grow our digital presence across social media, our website, and community platforms

• Support our journey toward charity registration by strengthening our public profile

• Tell the stories that inspire action, partnership, and long‑term support

Your work will directly influence how many people we reach — and how many lives we can change.

What You’ll Lead On

• Brand Strategy: Developing our tone of voice, visual identity, and messaging framework.

• Digital Marketing: Leading our social media strategy, content creation, and online engagement.

• Campaigns: Designing awareness campaigns that drive sign‑ups, partnerships, and volunteer recruitment.

• Storytelling: Showcasing participant journeys, community impact, and success stories.

• Press & Partnerships: Building relationships with local media, community groups, and corporate partners.

• Internal Communications: Ensuring our team and volunteers stay aligned, informed, and inspired.

This is a strategic and hands‑on leadership role — ideal for someone who wants to build a brand with purpose.

What You Bring

You don’t need to have worked in a charity before — what matters most is creativity, clarity, and a passion for communication.

You may be:

• Experienced in marketing, communications, PR, branding, or digital content

• Skilled at turning complex ideas into clear, compelling messages

• Confident in social media strategy, storytelling, or campaign planning

• Someone who understands the challenges faced by NEET adults or who brings lived experience

• A leader who wants to use their skills to create real social impact

Above all, you bring heart, creativity, and a belief in the power of communication to change lives.

What You Gain

• A senior leadership role in a growing social impact start‑up

• The chance to build a full marketing and communications function from scratch

• Real influence over how adults in East London discover life‑changing support

• Experience in brand building, digital strategy, and charity communications

• A meaningful legacy — your work will shape how our movement grows for years to come

This is an opportunity to give a voice to a community that deserves to be heard.

If you’re ready to help us amplify change, we’d love to hear from you.

Unlock YOUR Potential:

Help us build a future where no one is left behind.

We Need Your Help!

Demand for our support is rising rapidly, and our movement is growing — but we cannot deliver life‑changing programmes without the people who make it all possible: our volunteers. We urgently need a leader who believes in community, empowerment, and the power of people coming together for good.

Become Our Volunteer Head of Volunteering and Help Build the Heart of Unlock YOUR Potential

Unlock YOUR Potential supports NEET adults (18+) across East London to rebuild confidence, access coaching, improve wellbeing, and reconnect with their ambitions. As a start‑up, we are building everything from the ground up — and our volunteer team will be the engine that drives our mission forward.

We need someone who can design, grow, and lead a volunteer community that is compassionate, skilled, and ready to make a difference.

This is your chance to build the entire volunteering function of a future charity.

Your Impact

As our Head of Volunteering, you will shape the culture, structure, and experience of every volunteer who joins us. Your leadership will ensure that the adults we support are met by trained, motivated, and supported volunteers who can help them unlock their potential.

You will help us:

• Build a strong, inclusive volunteer programme from scratch

• Recruit, train, and support volunteers across coaching, mentoring, wellbeing, and community outreach

• Create a positive, empowering volunteer culture rooted in dignity and respect

• Develop policies, processes, and safeguarding frameworks that keep everyone safe

• Build the volunteer infrastructure needed for charity registration and future growth

Your work will directly influence the quality, reach, and impact of every service we deliver.

What You’ll Lead On

• Volunteer Recruitment: Attracting passionate people from East London and beyond.

• Training & Development: Creating onboarding, training, and upskilling pathways for all volunteer roles.

• Volunteer Experience: Ensuring volunteers feel valued, supported, and connected to our mission.

• Safeguarding & Quality: Implementing best‑practice policies and ensuring safe, ethical service delivery.

• Programme Support: Working closely with our Head of Programmes & Services to match volunteers to roles.

• Community Building: Creating a warm, inclusive volunteer community that reflects our values.

This is a strategic and hands‑on leadership role — perfect for someone who wants to build something meaningful from the ground up.

What You Bring

You don’t need to have worked in a charity before — what matters most is leadership, empathy, and a passion for people.

You may be:

• Experienced in volunteer management, HR, community organising, coaching, or people development

• Skilled at building relationships and inspiring others

• Organised, proactive, and able to create structure where none exists yet

• Someone who understands the challenges faced by NEET adults or who brings lived experience

• A believer in community, empowerment, and second chances

Above all, you bring heart, integrity, and a commitment to helping people help others.

What You Gain

• A senior leadership role in a growing social impact start‑up

• The chance to build a volunteer programme from the ground up

• Real influence over how adults in East London access support

• Experience in leadership, volunteer management, and charity development

• A meaningful legacy — your work will shape the volunteer culture for years to come

This is an opportunity to build the beating heart of our organisation.

If you’re ready to help us lead change, we’d love to hear from you.

Unlock YOUR Potential:

Help us build a future where no one is left behind.