Established in 1956, Abbeyfield is an international charity that supports over 8,000 older people in a variety of housing and care settings as well as in local communities. Our founder’s aim is as true as ever today; to alleviate loneliness through companionship, making time for older people and providing a supportive environment for improved quality of later life.
As a charity, we rely on boards of volunteer Trustees to help with the smooth running of our services. We welcome Trustees from all professions and backgrounds, so that there is a varied mix of skills and experience to ensure that each house and home operates as efficiently and successfully as possible.
In return, we can offer the opportunity to be part of a respected movement, which puts older people at the forefront of all we do, whilst delivering personal growth and the chance to join our family.
Abbeyfield Gloucestershire Society
The Gloucestershire Abbeyfield Society charity provides housing, support and care for older people at different stages of later life. They manage supported living homes across the area.
Resident enjoy home-cooked meals, the freedom to come and go, time with new friends, or privacy when wanted. Life becomes pretty stress-free!
Please contact PSR for a copy of the Trustee information pack via the form on this page ref: 000140
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Become a bookshop volunteer
We have volunteer roles for people who would like to work on the till, meeting and greeting customers and donors in our retail shop. We also need people who would like to work behind the scenes at our charity shop, readying donations for sale and perhaps even supporting our Oxfam Online Shop.
If you wish to gain valuable skills and experience by taking on a supervisory role, we will gladly train you to do so.
Why be a volunteer?
Your time will make a huge difference; for example, we estimate one four hour shift will on average provide enough income to enable Oxfam to provide life-saving handwashing facilities for 81 people.
No experience is necessary as full training will be given, all we ask is that you’re happy to work as part of a diverse and inclusive team.
Benefits of becoming a Volunteer
•Gain genuine experience working in a retail environment
•Great way to meet new people
•Be part of a team and make a positive change to the world
•Opportunity to utilise and develop your transferable skills
•Travel and lunch (full day) expenses paid where relevant
Safeguarding
Oxfam does not accept applications from anyone on the Sex Offenders list. We may enquire about unspent convictions relevant to the role and you may be required to submit to DBS checks (at no expense to you).You can find out more information about safeguarding policies on our website.
We’d love you to join our friendly and welcoming team!
Overview
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The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
We are looking for Catering Volunteers who will be responsible for the smooth running of the kitchen alongside the Kitchen Coordinator. This role will include the preparation and packaging of hot meals and packed lunches and cooked breakfast. The vast majority of our food is cooked using fresh ingredients that have been donated requiring us to be very creative with the menu every day.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Based at our Resource Centre , you would be part of a team of volunteers that welcome people who are struggling with homelessness, are vulnerably housed or require support in addressing their substance misuse issues. The team assist the Welcome Area Coordinator in ensuring the smooth operation of the centre, enabling our other departments to remain effective in supporting the people we work with.
This is an ideal role for warm, friendly people with excellent communication skills who would like to make a difference and support our service users who are facing a challenge in their lives. Ongoing training and support is offered to our volunteers to enhance their skills and experience.
We are looking for dedicated volunteers to better assist our service users with their needs.
Oxfam Online Shop
The Oxfam Online Shop sells a wide range of unique items that have kindly been donated to us by our supporters. Every day our wonderful team of volunteers list hundreds of items, including second-hand women’s, men’s and children’s clothing, rare collectables, books, rare vinyl, vintage wedding dresses, and so much more! This is an exciting opportunity for you to gain valuable experience in the rapidly growing e-commerce sector while helping to maximise sales of donated items.
What are your key responsibilities?
•Researching and valuing items identified as having potential to sell online. •Writing creative and accurate product descriptions.
•Listing items for sale using our online listing tool.
•Taking high quality photos of items.
•Adhering to Oxfam’s policies and guidelines.
•Providing excellent customer service.
•Dealing with despatch, after-sales care and refunds.
•Packaging and posting sold items.
What skills and experience are we looking for?
•Commitment to Oxfam’s values of empowerment, accountability and inclusiveness.
•Good organisational and communications skills.
•Ability to work under own initiative with accuracy and attention to detail.
•Ability to work collaboratively with a diverse team.
•Basic IT knowledge and willingness to learn new software.
What will you gain from this opportunity?
•You will be joining thousands of volunteers who “won’t live with poverty”.
•Opportunity to gain valuable experience and skills in e-commerce, warehouse management, customer service, photography etc.
•Opportunity to put your specialist knowledge to good use.
•Gain insight into charity retail e-commerce.
•Training in researching and valuing items.
•Lunch and local travel expenses can be reimbursed in line with Oxfam’s policy.
Learning Opportunities
We will provide you with ongoing support and training throughout your volunteering:
•Full induction
•Health and Safety
•Oxfam Online Shop listing tool
•Photography
•Valuing items
What’s Next?
Once you submit your application, and suitable references are gathered, you will meet with the shop manager for an informal interview. You will then receive a full induction and all the essential training and learning and begin your volunteering journey with Oxfam. Thank you very much for your interesting in volunteering with us.
Safeguarding
Oxfam does not accept applications from anyone on the Sex Offenders list. We may enquire about unspent convictions relevant to the role and you may be required to submit to DBS checks (at no expense to you). You can find out more information about safeguarding policies on our website.
We’d love you to join our friendly and welcoming team!
Overview
Oxfam is a global movement of millions of people who share the belief that, in a world rich in resources, p... Read more
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Become a weekend shop volunteer
We have weekend volunteer roles for people who would like to work on the till, meeting and greeting customers and donors in our retail shop. We also need people who would like to work behind the scenes at our charity shop, readying donations for sale and perhaps even supporting our Oxfam Online Shop.
If you wish to gain valuable skills and experience by taking on a supervisory role, we will gladly train you to do so.
Why be a volunteer?
Your time will make a huge difference; for example, we estimate one four hour shift will on average provide enough income to enable Oxfam to provide life-saving handwashing facilities for 81 people.
No experience is necessary as full training will be given, all we ask is that you’re happy to work as part of a diverse and inclusive team.
Benefits of becoming a Volunteer
•Gain genuine experience working in a retail environment
•Great way to meet new people
•Be part of a team and make a positive change to the world
•Opportunity to utilise and develop your transferable skills
•Travel and lunch (full day) expenses paid where relevant
Safeguarding
Oxfam does not accept applications from anyone on the Sex Offenders list. We may enquire about unspent convictions relevant to the role and you may be required to submit to DBS checks (at no expense to you).You can find out more information about safeguarding policies on our website.
We’d love you to join our friendly and welcoming team!
Overview
Oxfam is a global movement of millions of people who share the belief that, in a world rich in resources, p... Read more
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Become a bookshop volunteer
We have volunteer roles for people who would like to work on the till, meeting and greeting customers and donors in our retail shop. We also need people who would like to work behind the scenes at our charity shop, readying donations for sale and perhaps even supporting our Oxfam Online Shop.
If you wish to gain valuable skills and experience by taking on a supervisory role, we will gladly train you to do so.
Why be a volunteer?
Your time will make a huge difference; for example, we estimate one four hour shift will on average provide enough income to enable Oxfam to provide life-saving handwashing facilities for 81 people.
No experience is necessary as full training will be given, all we ask is that you’re happy to work as part of a diverse and inclusive team.
Benefits of becoming a Volunteer
•Gain genuine experience working in a retail environment
•Great way to meet new people
•Be part of a team and make a positive change to the world
•Opportunity to utilise and develop your transferable skills
•Travel and lunch (full day) expenses paid where relevant
Safeguarding
Oxfam does not accept applications from anyone on the Sex Offenders list. We may enquire about unspent convictions relevant to the role and you may be required to submit to DBS checks (at no expense to you).You can find out more information about safeguarding policies on our website.
We’d love you to join our friendly and welcoming team!
Overview
Oxfam is a global movement of millions of people who share the belief that, in a world rich in resources, p... Read more
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Join FEAST With Us and help us in our cause to alleviate food poverty.
The three aims of FEAST are: 1. Prevent malnutrition. 2. Minimise Food Waste. 3. Encourage community cohesion.
FEAST With Us has been working since June 2015 with food retailers, community centres and volunteers to save perfectly edible food from going to waste and feeding vulnerable people suffering food poverty by cooking it into healthy and nutritious meals.
Our Cooking Volunteers are an essential part of our chain of help, cooking the food we receive to be delivered to the people in need.
Can you help us by cooking hot meals for people in need once or twice a week?
What will you be doing?
- Volunteers will be supporting the initiative to #EndFoodPoverty by taking part in cooking sessions. Sessions will be focussed on cooking, assembling and packaging up meals for the lunchtime deliveries, afternoon sessions will be focussed on food preparation for the following day.
- Volunteers will be in groups of up to five people, led by a FEAST With Us trained chef. The chef will do a brief induction at the start of each session and assign roles. Volunteers will need to help with tasks including food preparation, cooking, cleaning, packaging and labelling, and washing up.
- If attending a morning session, volunteers will need to work together to ensure meals are made, packaged, labelled and ready for delivery at 1:00 pm.
- If attending an afternoon session, volunteers will need to work together to prep food for the following day, ensuring it is safely stored and labelled at the end of the session.
What impact will you have?
- You will be helping those facing food poverty.
- People have been referred to us due to various reasons such as disabilities or health issues.
- You will be helping people that are being supported at homeless shelters.
Commitment
- We have cooking sessions happening in different venues from Monday to Sunday. Time also varies from morning, afternoon, and evening sessions.
- Volunteers are free to book shifts in different venues and different days per their availability.
- We are flexible with shifts and we do not require a fixed commitment. Volunteers are free to help throughout the month when they can and are available.
What else do I need to know?
- We have venues in Camden, Archway, King’s Cross and Finchley Road.
- FEAST With Us will be continuing to operate with COVID-19 restrictions in place. This means that volunteers will be expected to wear a face covering for the duration of the session, practice social distancing and regular hand washing. For more details, please review the policy on our website.
- FEAST With Us will ask all volunteers to take lateral flow, rapid response tests the day before attending a session, even if volunteers are double-vaccinated, as this does not guarantee immunity from the virus. FEAST With Us chefs and venue staff reserve the right to ask individuals not to volunteer if they are unable to provide proof (eg a photo) of a negative test.
- FEAST With Us will be operating an internal track and trace-style system in the event of reports that someone who has attended a session test positive for COVID-19. Contact details will be kept on file for up to three weeks after attending sessions for this reason
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The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Become a volunteer
We have volunteer roles for people who would like to work on the till, meeting and greeting customers and donors in our retail shop. We also need people who would like to work behind the scenes at our charity shop, readying donations for sale and perhaps even supporting our Oxfam Online Shop.
If you wish to gain valuable skills and experience by taking on a supervisory role, we will gladly train you to do so.
Why be a volunteer?
Your time will make a huge difference; for example, we estimate one four hour shift will on average provide enough income to enable Oxfam to provide life-saving handwashing facilities for 81 people.
No experience is necessary as full training will be given, all we ask is that you’re happy to work as part of a diverse and inclusive team.
Benefits of becoming a Volunteer
•Gain genuine experience working in a retail environment
•Great way to meet new people
•Be part of a team and make a positive change to the world
•Opportunity to utilise and develop your transferable skills
•Travel and lunch (full day) expenses paid where relevant
Safeguarding
Oxfam does not accept applications from anyone on the Sex Offenders list. We may enquire about unspent convictions relevant to the role and you may be required to submit to DBS checks (at no expense to you).You can find out more information about safeguarding policies on our website.
We’d love you to join our friendly and welcoming team!
Overview
Oxfam is a global movement of millions of people who share the belief that, in a world rich in resources, p... Read more
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
OXFAM DORKING BOOKSHOP - CHARITY SHOP VOLUNTEER
In Oxfam Dorking Bookshop, we're dedicated to fighting poverty and inequality, and we can’t do that without our wonderful volunteers! Join us and boost your CV, confidence, and skills by getting customer service & sales experience here at Oxfam Dorking Bookshop.
Why do we need you?
Our shops would not be able to raise crucial funds for Oxfam’s emergency and development work all over the world without our dedicated volunteers, who provide their time and bring multitude of skills. In return, we offer personal development, valuable insight into charity retail and a friendly environment to meet new people.
You do not need specific skills and experience as we will give you all the training and support so you can help us sell lots of goodies each week by providing customers and donors with amazing service.
We ask for 4 - 8 hours per week, we can be very flexible around employment / education and any other commitments you have. Some travel and lunch expenses can be covered too.
We want to hear from you if you are:
· Commitment to Oxfam’s values of empowerment, accountability, and inclusiveness.
· Ability to work within Oxfam’s policies and shop guidelines.
· An interest in retail and customer service.
· Ability to work well as part of a team and under own initiative.
· Willingness to learn.
What are your key responsibilities?
Depending on the needs of the shop and your interest, you may be involved in the following:
· Using the shop’s guidelines to sort and price donated clothes, books, homewares etc.
· Providing customer service on the shop floor.
· Creating attractive displays across the shop.
· Promoting our Gift Aid scheme.
· Promoting our exciting sustainable fashion campaigns such as ‘Second-Hand September’.
· Listing items on our online channels including Oxfam’s Online Shop.
· Promoting our shops to the local community through social media.
What will you gain from this opportunity?
• You will be joining thousands of volunteers who “won’t live with poverty”.
• Learn about Oxfam’s humanitarian, development, and campaigning work.
• Opportunity to utilise and develop your portfolio of skills and experience.
• Gain valuable experience in retail at an international charity.
• Opportunity to gain nationally recognised NVQ qualifications in customer service, warehousing, retail, and management.
• Lunch and local travel expenses can be reimbursed in line with Oxfam’s policy.
*Boost your confidence, skills, and CV by volunteering*
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Vacancy location: Oxfam Dorking Bookshop | 176 High Street, Dorking, RH4 1QR
Our shop complies with Covid-19 guidance and we aim to keep everyone safe with thorough cleaning and welfare procedures. We aim to reply to applications within two working days. If you haven’t heard from us, please check your junk folder.
WE WON'T LIVE WITH POVERTY
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Are you passionate about supporting Men’s Health and wellbeing? Do you want to make a difference to people’s lives across the United Kingdom?
Join the Men’s Shed movement as we move to the next phase of our journey with our Mission of healthy and happy men (and women).
Men’s Sheds
Men’s Sheds are needed now more than ever as they successfully tackle many of the challenges in today’s society particularly around loneliness and mental health. Sheds are reported to reduce loneliness by 96%, anxiety by 75% and depression by 89% whilst 88% of people attending Men’s Sheds feel more engaged with their local communities and 97% make new friends.
We are looking for Trustees who can make a significant contribution to the Board of the UK Men’s Sheds Association (UKMSA). We provide support in the development of new and existing Men’s Sheds, are the leading voice for Men’s Sheds and the growth, Sheds and act as a voice for Sheds in the United Kingdom.
Be part of our team
Our Board of Trustees have the overall responsibility for setting the vision and strategic direction of this membership organisation, with a shared passion for continuous improvement and drive to make a positive impact on Shedders across the UK.
We are seeking three (3) new individuals to contribute to the Men’s Sheds movement through their knowledge, expertise and experience. Trustees are responsible for the overall governance and strategic direction of the UKMSA, its financial health and the probity of its activities in accordance with our constitution, legal and regulatory guidelines.
We are particularly keen to hear from people with experience in any of the following areas:
- Human Resources and people development
- National organisational development and risk management
- Increasing awareness and campaigns
- IT solutions
- Health and Wellbeing
- Legal
The Trustees are particularly seeking representation from people with diverse cultural and ethnic heritage to better reflect the UK population as we strive for a Men’s Shed for everyone who needs or wants to attend one.
Successful applicants must be able to attend a minimum of four (4) face to face Board meetings, the organisation’s AGM and one (1) Strategic Planning day per year. We encourage trustees to represent the charity at public events and take an active part in promotional activities as well.
Trustees are ambassadors for UK Men’s Sheds and champion its vision, mission, members and volunteers.
Please note this is an unpaid position although reasonable expenses will be reimbursed.
Who we are
We are UK Men’s Sheds Association, the support body for Men’s Sheds across the UK. We work ha... Read more
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Become a volunteer
We have volunteer roles for people who would like to work on the till, meeting and greeting customers and donors in our retail shop. We also need people who would like to work behind the scenes at our charity shop, readying donations for sale and perhaps even supporting our Oxfam Online Shop.
If you wish to gain valuable skills and experience by taking on a supervisory role, we will gladly train you to do so.
Why be a volunteer?
Your time will make a huge difference; for example, we estimate one four hour shift will on average provide enough income to enable Oxfam to provide life-saving handwashing facilities for 81 people.
No experience is necessary as full training will be given, all we ask is that you’re happy to work as part of a diverse and inclusive team.
Benefits of becoming a Volunteer
•Gain genuine experience working in a retail environment
•Great way to meet new people
•Be part of a team and make a positive change to the world
•Opportunity to utilise and develop your transferable skills
•Travel and lunch (full day) expenses paid where relevant
Safeguarding
Oxfam does not accept applications from anyone on the Sex Offenders list. We may enquire about unspent convictions relevant to the role and you may be required to submit to DBS checks (at no expense to you).You can find out more information about safeguarding policies on our website.
We’d love you to join our friendly and welcoming team!
Overview
Oxfam is a global movement of millions of people who share the belief that, in a world rich in resources, p... Read more
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Oxfam Online Bookshop
The Oxfam Online Shop sells a wide range of unique items that have kindly been donated to us by our supporters. Every day our wonderful team of volunteers list hundreds of books to sell online. This is an exciting opportunity for you to gain valuable experience in the rapidly growing e-commerce sector while helping to maximise sales of donated items.
What are your key responsibilities?
•Researching and valuing items identified as having potential to sell online. •Writing creative and accurate product descriptions.
•Listing items for sale using our online listing tool.
•Taking high quality photos of items.
•Adhering to Oxfam’s policies and guidelines.
•Providing excellent customer service.
•Dealing with despatch, after-sales care and refunds.
•Packaging and posting sold items.
What skills and experience are we looking for?
•Commitment to Oxfam’s values of empowerment, accountability and inclusiveness.
•Good organisational and communications skills.
•Ability to work under own initiative with accuracy and attention to detail.
•Ability to work collaboratively with a diverse team.
•Basic IT knowledge and willingness to learn new software.
What will you gain from this opportunity?
•You will be joining thousands of volunteers who “won’t live with poverty”.
•Opportunity to gain valuable experience and skills in e-commerce, warehouse management, customer service, photography etc.
•Opportunity to put your specialist knowledge to good use.
•Gain insight into charity retail e-commerce.
•Training in researching and valuing items.
•Lunch and local travel expenses can be reimbursed in line with Oxfam’s policy.
Safeguarding
Oxfam does not accept applications from anyone on the Sex Offenders list. We may enquire about unspent convictions relevant to the role and you may be required to submit to DBS checks (at no expense to you).You can find out more information about safeguarding policies on our website.
Learning Opportunities
We will provide you with ongoing support and training throughout your volunteering:
•Full induction
•Health and Safety
•Oxfam Online Shop listing tool
•Photography
•Valuing items
What’s Next?
Once you submit your application, and suitable references are gathered, you will meet with the shop manager for an informal interview. You will then receive a full induction and all the essential training and learning and begin your volunteering journey with Oxfam. Thank you very much for your interesting in volunteering with us. We look forward to having you in our team.
Overview
Oxfam is a global movement of millions of people who share the belief that, in a world rich in resources, p... Read more
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
To help support the re-opening of its charity shops on Sundays, Age UK BRWF is currently seeking additional volunteer support for three of its shops – Providence Road (Sidemoor, Bromsgrove), New Road (Rubery) and Matchborough Way (Redditch)
What do Retail volunteers do?
There are many ways you can support your local Age UK BRWF shop, whether it's behind the scenes or on the shop floor. The volunteer roles include:
- Serving customers
- General housekeeping
- Sorting stock
- Creating window displays.
- Stock rotation
What will I get out of it?
Age UK BRWF shops are fun places - where new friends are made all the time!
- You'll learn new skills and build confidence
- You'll get to support a great cause in the heart of your community
- It's a wonderful opportunity to be part of a fantastic team
What is expected of me?
Once you have completed our volunteer recruitment process the amount of time you give can vary from as little as an hour a week to as much as you can spare. This is due to the many ways you can help in an Age UK BRWF shop.
What you can expect from us?
A warm welcome to our team! We make sure that all of our volunteers receive appropriate training and that they have the ongoing support of a member of staff, we will also cover agreed out-of-pocket expenses for volunteers.
Age UK Bromsgrove Redditch & Wyre Forest is a charity which supports older people across the districts of Bromsgrove, Redditch and Wyre For... Read more
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Become a weekend shop volunteer
We have weekend volunteer roles for people who would like to work on the till, meeting and greeting customers and donors in our retail shop. We also need people who would like to work behind the scenes at our charity shop, readying donations for sale and perhaps even supporting our Oxfam Online Shop.
If you wish to gain valuable skills and experience by taking on a supervisory role, we will gladly train you to do so.
Why be a volunteer?
Your time will make a huge difference; for example, we estimate one four hour shift will on average provide enough income to enable Oxfam to provide life-saving handwashing facilities for 81 people.
No experience is necessary as full training will be given, all we ask is that you’re happy to work as part of a diverse and inclusive team.
Benefits of becoming a Volunteer
•Gain genuine experience working in a retail environment
•Great way to meet new people
•Be part of a team and make a positive change to the world
•Opportunity to utilise and develop your transferable skills
•Travel and lunch (full day) expenses paid where relevant
Safeguarding
Oxfam does not accept applications from anyone on the Sex Offenders list. We may enquire about unspent convictions relevant to the role and you may be required to submit to DBS checks (at no expense to you).You can find out more information about safeguarding policies on our website.
We’d love you to join our friendly and welcoming team!
Overview
Oxfam is a global movement of millions of people who share the belief that, in a world rich in resources, p... Read more
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.