We can bring sunshine into people’s lives by being at the side of all lonely people in our community!!!
One in twenty people in the UK report feeling lonely, and the number is rising.
It can affect people of any age, with the vulnerable being most at risk - including people living with long-term illness or disability. It’s time to change this.
We are the Sunshine Charity, a new start up charity aiming to fight the battle against loneliness and social isolation. We want to be the sunshine in the lives of those who need it, no matter who they are or where they are going.
Do have experience in Community Engagement and live in London?
Do you want to be part of something amazing, a new start-up charity where you will get to help shape, develop and grow its future?
We are looking for a dedicated and committed volunteer to join us at the Sunshine Charity to help our new start-up charity.
Our Story:
Our Founder, saw the devastating impact of loneliness in his social and community work, including a shocking increase in suicides. And he also saw first-hand how difficult it is to get support for those feeling lonely - including his own disabled sister.
Work started on Sunshine Charity in late 2019 - ready to bring socialising, support and, dare we say it, fun so desperately needed in people’s lives.
Our Work:
We aim to inspire, build confidence and skills, and give people the tools to manage their mental health and wellbeing.
- Online and Telephone based befriending support will give those unable to leave their homes some human connection, with someone to talk to and listen to them, while getting access to the support they need.
- Zoom based activities such as Mindfulness, Boost your Confidence, Mental Health Skills, Exercise and Fitness and much more.
- Drop-In Sessions, with an opportunity to sit down and have a chat with one of our Sunshine Charity team in a relaxed and comfortable space, plus optional participation in our valuable social based activities or our life and social skills workshops.
- Social and Support Groups will be a new opportunity for service users to engage each other in a safe social setting. And our support can continue online, sharing opportunities to socialise and practical support for dealing with the effects of loneliness.
- Other activities that promote health and wellbeing for those suffering from loneliness and social isolation.
The Role:
We are seeking an experienced volunteer who has experience in building professional long-lasting partnerships and also in community engagement and participation to promote the charity and bring in service users to our new services, raise awareness of the Sunshine Charity and build partnerships and referral pathways for the position of Community Engagement Manager.
As the Community Engagement Manager, you will search out and create partnerships with businesses and other charities and organisations, reach out to the communities we work and promote Sunshine Charity, bringing in service users, to access the services they need, volunteers, to help us run our activities and services and sponsors and supporters, to help us fund the work we do.
This role is multifaceted and requires approx. 6 to 8 hours per week, offering great flexibility to fit around your time, including daytime, evenings, and weekends.
You MUST have excellent communications skills, good grasp of the English language, a computer with access to the internet and a good working camera for Zoom, experience of building partnerships and engaging the community. We are also looking for someone who has a positive vibe, bubbly, and interactive with people with excellent communication skills, empathy, and a caring nature, who can provide active listening skills with good role model and motivational attitude. A current DBS Check is desirable but not essential.
Getting Involved:
Why not volunteer with us and help us transform the lives of vulnerable people suffering in silence and let us break the chains of social isolation and loneliness and help make a difference in the lives of those in need.
Email us for an Application Form and Role Description
The Sunshine Charity - By Your Side
We can bring sunshine into people’s lives by being at the side of all lonely people in our community!!!
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
From the items we get donated, to the wonderful volunteers who help run our shops, not to mention those who the funds help, the British Red Cross has many stories to tell. We are looking for enthusiastic volunteers to help us spread the word about the amazing things that happen in our shops. If you are over 16 and are looking to gain communications and marketing experience, or just flex your existing skills, we would love to have you on the team.
Disclaimers:
Covid19 health and safety statement
We can now accept applications from people who are clinically extremely vulnerable or clinically vulnerable. Deployment into role with be subject to government guidelines and individual and building risk assessments.
Due to the need to accommodate a fixed number of people at one time in our shops due to coronavirus and current strict social distancing requirements, we regret that we may not be able to accommodate 15-17 year old volunteers in certain locations or at selected times due to a temporary lack of adequate supervision. The shop manager will advise you if this is the case after your application has been received.
Volunteer role | Retail - Communications and marketing volunteer |
Volunteer manager | Shop manager |
Where you will be based | Shop |
Why we want you
Our shops are unique environments where both the items and the people have a story to tell, and we need your help to tell these stories.
We are looking for a vibrant, confident communicator with a passion for social media and blogging to help grow our online presence. From in-store events to engaging with the wider second-hand community, this role will give you an opportunity to expand your communications and marketing skills, and all whilst spreading the power of kindness.
What you will be doing
- Drafting original and engaging content for our various communication channels.
- Visiting shops to find inspiration, capture stories and take photos and videos for our digital assets library.
- Attending all sorts of events and reporting back on what you find!
The skills you need
- No previous experience is needed, but an understanding of social media will help.
- Communications skills and adherence to British Red Cross guidance.
- Willingness to undertake induction in role.
What's in it for you
- Tangible experience of creating content for the world's largest humanitarian organisation.
- The chance to meet and work with our wonderful shop teams.
The British Red Cross is one of the most recognised brands across the globe. We help millions of people in the UK and around the world to prepa... Read more
From the items we get donated, to the wonderful volunteers who help run our shops, not to mention those who the funds help, the British Red Cross has many stories to tell. We are looking for enthusiastic volunteers to help us spread the word about the amazing things that happen in our shops. If you are over 16 and are looking to gain communications and marketing experience, or just flex your existing skills, we would love to have you on the team.
Disclaimers:
Covid19 health and safety statement
We can now accept applications from people who are clinically extremely vulnerable or clinically vulnerable. Deployment into role with be subject to government guidelines and individual and building risk assessments.
Due to the need to accommodate a fixed number of people at one time in our shops due to coronavirus and current strict social distancing requirements, we regret that we may not be able to accommodate 15-17 year old volunteers in certain locations or at selected times due to a temporary lack of adequate supervision. The shop manager will advise you if this is the case after your application has been received.
Volunteer role | Retail - Communications and marketing volunteer |
Volunteer manager | Shop manager |
Where you will be based | Shop |
Why we want you
Our shops are unique environments where both the items and the people have a story to tell, and we need your help to tell these stories.
We are looking for a vibrant, confident communicator with a passion for social media and blogging to help grow our online presence. From in-store events to engaging with the wider second-hand community, this role will give you an opportunity to expand your communications and marketing skills, and all whilst spreading the power of kindness.
What you will be doing
- Drafting original and engaging content for our various communication channels.
- Visiting shops to find inspiration, capture stories and take photos and videos for our digital assets library.
- Attending all sorts of events and reporting back on what you find!
The skills you need
- No previous experience is needed, but an understanding of social media will help.
- Communications skills and adherence to British Red Cross guidance.
- Willingness to undertake induction in role.
What's in it for you
- Tangible experience of creating content for the world's largest humanitarian organisation.
- The chance to meet and work with our wonderful shop teams.
The British Red Cross is one of the most recognised brands across the globe. We help millions of people in the UK and around the world to prepa... Read more
Become a Volunteer Independent Visitor for a child/ Young Person who is in care.
We are looking to recruit volunteer Independent Visitors to support children and young people who are under Local Authority care in Manchester
An Independent Visitor is a volunteer who befriends and develops a long-term friendship with a young person in care. This can involve helping young people develop new interests, skills and hobbies or going on outings such as to the cinema, bowling or just a walk in the park. The volunteers are called ‘Independent Visitors’ because they are a truly ‘independent’ person outside the care system giving the young person continuity, which is something not always possible with changing carers and social workers.
No specific formal qualifications are required. All we ask is that you are open minded, patient, responsible and have a good sense of humour with the ability to relate well to young people and have a genuine interest in their well-being. Every young person in care has different needs but is carefully matched so that they have some common interests with the Independent Visitor.
We ask that you are willing to commit to a few hours once a month for a minimum of two years and be a consistent and trusted friend in a young person’s life. Many young people in the care system have experienced repeated changes and often you will be the only person in their life that is not paid to be with them.
Any necessary training will be provided.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
We can bring sunshine into people’s lives by being at the side of all lonely people in our community!!!
One in twenty people in the UK report feeling lonely, and the number is rising.
It can affect people of any age, with the vulnerable being most at risk - including people living with long-term illness or disability. It’s time to change this.
We are the Sunshine Charity, a new start up charity aiming to fight the battle against loneliness and social isolation. We want to be the sunshine in the lives of those who need it, no matter who they are or where they are going.
Do have experience in Befriending Services, ideally in management and live in London?
Do you want to be part of something amazing, a new start-up charity where you will get to help shape, develop and grow its future?
We are looking for a dedicated and committed volunteer to join us at the Sunshine Charity to help our new start-up charity.
Our Story:
Our Founder, saw the devastating impact of loneliness in his social and community work, including a shocking increase in suicides. And he also saw first-hand how difficult it is to get support for those feeling lonely - including his own disabled sister.
Work started on Sunshine Charity in late 2019 - ready to bring socialising, support and, dare we say it, fun so desperately needed in people’s lives.
Our Work:
We aim to inspire, build confidence and skills, and give people the tools to manage their mental health and wellbeing.
- Online and Telephone based befriending support will give those unable to leave their homes some human connection, with someone to talk to and listen to them, while getting access to the support they need.
- Zoom based activities such as Mindfulness, Boost your Confidence, Mental Health Skills, Exercise and Fitness and much more.
- Drop-In Sessions, with an opportunity to sit down and have a chat with one of our Sunshine Charity team in a relaxed and comfortable space, plus optional participation in our valuable social based activities or our life and social skills workshops.
- Social and Support Groups will be a new opportunity for service users to engage each other in a safe social setting. And our support can continue online, sharing opportunities to socialise and practical support for dealing with the effects of loneliness.
- Other activities that promote health and wellbeing for those suffering from loneliness and social isolation.
The Role:
We are seeking an experienced volunteer who has experience in befriending or related services to lead on the set up, management and development of our Befriending services, which include online and telephone befriending, as well as drop-in and 1-2-1 support for the position of Befriending Services Manager.
As the Befriending Services Manager, you will manage the service, with the support of Befriending Volunteers who will engage with service users, ensuring we provide a high quality much needed service to those suffering from loneliness and social isolation who need our help and support. You will also develop the service and lead on writing grants to generate income for the service to increase our services.
This role is multifaceted and requires approx. 6 to 8 hours per week, offering great flexibility to fit around your time, including daytime, evenings, and weekends.
You MUST have excellent communications skills, good grasp of the English language, a computer with access to the internet and a good working camera for Zoom, experience of building partnerships and engaging the community. We are also looking for someone who has a positive vibe, bubbly, and interactive with people with excellent communication skills, empathy, and a caring nature, who can provide active listening skills with good role model and motivational attitude. A current DBS Check is desirable but not essential.
Getting Involved:
Why not volunteer with us and help us transform the lives of vulnerable people suffering in silence and let us break the chains of social isolation and loneliness and help make a difference in the lives of those in need.
Email us for an Application Form and Role Description
The Sunshine Charity - By Your Side
We can bring sunshine into people’s lives by being at the side of all lonely people in our community!!!
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
From the items we get donated, to the wonderful volunteers who help run our shops, not to mention those who the funds help, the British Red Cross has many stories to tell. We are looking for enthusiastic volunteers to help us spread the word about the amazing things that happen in our shops. If you are over 16 and are looking to gain communications and marketing experience, or just flex your existing skills, we would love to have you on the team.
Disclaimers:
Covid19 health and safety statement
We can now accept applications from people who are clinically extremely vulnerable or clinically vulnerable. Deployment into role with be subject to government guidelines and individual and building risk assessments.
Due to the need to accommodate a fixed number of people at one time in our shops due to coronavirus and current strict social distancing requirements, we regret that we may not be able to accommodate 15-17 year old volunteers in certain locations or at selected times due to a temporary lack of adequate supervision. The shop manager will advise you if this is the case after your application has been received.
Volunteer role | Retail - Communications and marketing volunteer |
Volunteer manager | Shop manager |
Where you will be based | Shop |
Why we want you
Our shops are unique environments where both the items and the people have a story to tell, and we need your help to tell these stories.
We are looking for a vibrant, confident communicator with a passion for social media and blogging to help grow our online presence. From in-store events to engaging with the wider second-hand community, this role will give you an opportunity to expand your communications and marketing skills, and all whilst spreading the power of kindness.
What you will be doing
- Drafting original and engaging content for our various communication channels.
- Visiting shops to find inspiration, capture stories and take photos and videos for our digital assets library.
- Attending all sorts of events and reporting back on what you find!
The skills you need
- No previous experience is needed, but an understanding of social media will help.
- Communications skills and adherence to British Red Cross guidance.
- Willingness to undertake induction in role.
What's in it for you
- Tangible experience of creating content for the world's largest humanitarian organisation.
- The chance to meet and work with our wonderful shop teams.
The British Red Cross is one of the most recognised brands across the globe. We help millions of people in the UK and around the world to prepa... Read more
No one should die because they needed first aid and didn’t get it. St John Ambulance teaches people first aid so they can be the difference between life and death, and you can help us do this.
As an Area Manager you will be responsible for the overall management of a group of St John Ambulance units. You will support Unit Managers as they run their units, ensuring Unit Managers have the support they need to create units that fulfill our vision:‘Everyone who needs it should receive first aid from those around them. No one should suffer for the lack of trained first aiders.’
This role is ideal for someone who has some management experience and wants to enhance their skills while doing invaluable work. This role is exempt from the provisions of the Rehabilitations Offenders Act.
The closing date for this vacancy is Sunday 8th November 2020 with interviews scheduled for Monday 16th November 2020.
St John Ambulance is the nation’s leading first aid charity.
Every year, more than 400,000 people learn how to... Read more
“Women’s voices together, building strong communities”
Beyond The Page Ltd are recruiting a number of voluntary non-executive directors, including a Treasurer.
About The Organisation
Beyond The Page Ltd (BTP) is a not-for-profit company based in Thanet, east Kent.
Our organisation aim is to support and enable women born outside the UK to become confident, active citizens in their local communities. Our project, United Mothers, offers women-only English classes free of targets, certificates and pressure.
The United Mothers sessions allow women often excluded from English class to be able to learn in a friendly atmosphere, no matter their cultural, religious or linguistic background.
The approach is unique, combining ESOL (English for Speakers of Other Languages) with Natural Voice techniques to build social integration and encourage active citizenship through mutual learning and contributions. In August 2020 we launched United Mothers Chatrooms, four online groups every week with English language conversation, digital skill development and health and government information. The programme is for all women and is free to join; there are no entry criteria, legal or financial.
Whether you are an experienced or new trustee/board member, we’d love to hear from you if you share our vision and passion for this work. We welcome applications from people of all backgrounds.
Our new volunteer directors will have skills in one of the following:
- Finance/ fundraising
- Migration
- Digital
- Community arts
You will receive:
- Opportunities to support our innovative creative practice
- Opportunities to help our inter-cultural community thrive and grow
- Time to share your skills and knowledge and learn from others
- Induction, training and reimbursable expenses.
Expected time commitment: 4 meetings per year, based in Thanet (times/online flexible). One full awayday. Ad hoc advisory work (total time commitment average 1 day per month).
NEDs hold a voluntary role and receive no remuneration. Reasonable expenses can be claimed, in line with BTP policy for attendance at board and other meetings or events necessary for the fulfilment of the role.
To Apply: email Laura Baker with your CV and a covering letter explaining why you are applying for this position and how your experience and expertise fits the role. Alternatively, please visit our website to download the role description and equality monitoring form.
Application deadline: 5pm, Friday 23rd Oct Zoom interview: Wednesday 4th November
Further information contact:
Laura Baker, Operations Development Manager
Informal chat contact:
Sheila Macdonald, Executive Director
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Our Save the Children shops help raise lots of money for children living in the UK and in 120 countries worldwide. It’s always lovely chatting to our customers about the fabulous items we sell and telling them about the fantastic work that Save the Children does. You’ll get the chance to meet new people and make friends plus you’ll be part of an amazing team of volunteers.
Your donation of time, creativity and kindness at the Mold Shop can help us change the world! Join us raising money and awareness for Save the Children via fabulous fashion and sustainable shopping!
There’s so much for you to get stuck in to when you’re volunteering in our shops. We get lots of donations and it's always exciting when one of our volunteers spots a real gem. You'll be taking in, sorting, steaming and pricing donations, rolling up your sleeves in the backroom as well as being on the shop floor.
Serving customers with a smile is so important. You’ll be using the till (don't worry, we'll show you how) and handling money. And when people come in to donate items you'll also be completing the Gift Aid forms that let their donations help us even more.
It’s really important that our window and shop displays look appealing so people keep visiting our shops. So you'll be wielding a duster and vacuum as well as your imagination to make the shop look its best.
It would be ideal if you could volunteer one shift a week, which is about four hours but we're also happy to have more flexible times. No special skills are needed as we’ll show you what to do and we provide all the training you’ll need. But if you have any experience or particular interest tell us, it may come in useful.
It’s really easy to get your volunteering started. If you're over 18 years old, just click on ‘Apply’ and get filling in your details!
At Save the Children we lead the way on tackling problems like pneumonia, hunger and protecting children in war, while making ... Read more
Our Save the Children shops help raise lots of money for children living in the UK and in 120 countries worldwide. It’s always lovely chatting to our customers about the fabulous items we sell and telling them about the fantastic work that Save the Children does. You’ll get the chance to meet new people and make friends plus you’ll be part of an amazing team of volunteers.
Your donation of time, creativity and kindness at the Chester Shop can help us change the world! Join us raising money and awareness for Save the Children via fabulous fashion and sustainable shopping!
There’s so much for you to get stuck in to when you’re volunteering in our shops. We get lots of donations and it's always exciting when one of our volunteers spots a real gem. You'll be taking in, sorting, steaming and pricing donations, rolling up your sleeves in the backroom as well as being on the shop floor.
Serving customers with a smile is so important. You’ll be using the till (don't worry, we'll show you how) and handling money. And when people come in to donate items you'll also be completing the Gift Aid forms that let their donations help us even more.
It’s really important that our window and shop displays look appealing so people keep visiting our shops. So you'll be wielding a duster and vacuum as well as your imagination to make the shop look its best.
It would be ideal if you could volunteer one shift a week, which is about four hours but we're also happy to have more flexible times. No special skills are needed as we’ll show you what to do and we provide all the training you’ll need. But if you have any experience or particular interest tell us, it may come in useful.
It’s really easy to get your volunteering started. If you're over 18 years old, just click on ‘Apply’ and get filling in your details!
At Save the Children we lead the way on tackling problems like pneumonia, hunger and protecting children in war, while making ... Read more
Become a Board Trustee at CPL Group
(Unpaid/Voluntary)
Job description
CPL Group are a group company owned and run by the FE sector under which Crescent Purchasing Consortium (CPC) and Tenet Education services Ltd are situated. CPC provide members with a large number of EU tendered frameworks, procurement training, specialist advice on best spending practices showing how educational institutions can obtain best value for money. Tenet specialise in offering a full portfolio of procurement consultancy services to the education sector and more recently, the wider public sector.
You will help to provide strategic direction for the charity as part of a strong Board and ensure that all appropriate financial, legal and governance checks and balances are in place in accordance with the Articles of Association providing advice in specialist areas. Board Trustees are expected to attend the company’s triannual general meetings, in March, June and November at the Head Office in Salford.
Job requirements
Ideal candidates will be strategic thinkers who can analyse complex information, formulate and provide assistance on strategies and plans of action. They also need to be a team player being both a good listener and able to speak up on issues that are important.
This is a volunteering role and is therefore unpaid, but all travel and accommodation expenses are covered.
For further information please see the job description below.
CPL Group is owned by the education sector and is comprised of three not-for-profit procurement organisations that provide support and services... Read more
WQE & Regent College Group has two campuses located close to the centre of Leicester. We are a thriving and vibrant Sixth Form College with over 3500 students. We are inviting applications from professionals with current or recent experience in finance, assurance and risk management to join our Board of Governors.
As a Governor we value your insight, experience and ideas to widen the perspective of our boardroom and we welcome applications from those who have held advisory or senior managerial positions within the financial sector, and who have accountancy or financial qualifications. Your own experience and sectoral insight would help lead the College through an exciting time in its development. Our colleagues and learners come from a broad and diverse demographic and we strive to mirror this in our Board of Governors.
The Board ensures the College meets its learners’ needs and continues to deliver the best possible outcomes and experiences for its students. The insight and knowledge of governors is essential in ensuring that the College continues to improve and that it uses all of its resources effectively, including its financial resources.
We are looking to appoint a Governor who is able to make informed decisions, who can demonstrate sound judgement and strategic oversight.
This voluntary role offers many personal and professional rewards and will provide you with a unique opportunity to develop your skills and experience within an inspiring and aspiring organisation.
Give back and become a volunteer mentor today!
The Kids Network are looking for committed, fun and passionate volunteers who live or work in Hackney to make a real difference to the children of London.
Their structured mentoring programme supports children with their social and emotional development before they transition into secondary school.
As a mentor, through weekly 1-3 hour sessions, you would:
- Help build confidence, resilience and curiosity through child centred, activity-based mentoring
- Experience London through the eyes of a child and make a real impact in your local area
- Build a peer network with fellow mentors, who come from all walks of life, to share your experiences and learn from one another.
Become a positive role model for a young Londoner and make a difference in their life
The Kids Network is a community of young people and young professionals connecting through fun, friendship and hardshi... Read more
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
As the Internal Communication Manager, you’ll be working to help volunteers across ConnectionHub Charity stay up to date about the charity’s vision, goals, projects and executive updates by leading strategic internal and executive communications programs. You will work across teams including Marketing, Operations & Communication, Human Resources, Education & Innovation, and International Corporations & Partnerships to support the Charity mission and evolve Charity story. The ideal candidate will be a creative storyteller with good interpersonal skills and a passion for creating experiences.
We are looking for a self-starter Mentor Team Leader who works well both independently and as part of a team. The Mentor Team Leader is responsible for supporting the recruitment, matching, training and ongoing support of Volunteer Mentors, as well as events and special projects. This role is ideal for someone who has experience working with refugees and asylum seekers, delivering sessions and other leadership activities and is passionate about social action in their community.