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The new role of Community Engagement Volunteer (CEV) will be at the centre of Jigsaw South East’s plans for the future.
We want to ensure that we increase our reach across our recently defined catchment and are able to support the children, young people and families who need our vital support.
The role of CEV will therefore assist with the following key areas:
- Presenting to schools, businesses and organisations across our local communities about our work and how we raise funds;
- Building recognition and awareness of our name and what we do;
- Assisting our Support Team to engage with Community Palliative Teams, Clinical Nurse Specialist Teams (particularly Cancer and Neurological Teams) and GP Surgeries to help us increase referrals to our service;
- Engaging with disadvantaged communities across our catchment who may be currently unaware of our support - we would like to focus on two areas (Crawley and Woking) and look to role out and recruit for other areas our service covers in the future (dependent on funding).
Training
We will provide you with all of the information and training you need and you will join a vibrant and committed group of volunteers ensuring that children and young people across our communities will not be alone during their bereavement journey.
Jigsaw South East is committed to the wellbeing of our volunteers and we will provide you with the information and support you need to fulfil your volunteering role. You will have a named member of staff as a central point of contact, access to supervision where relevant and the opportunity to meet other Jigsaw South East volunteers on, at least, a quarterly basis.
Who we need:
Jigsaw South East believes in the value of voluntary activity as an important component of the organisation in supporting children, young people and their families when facing or following the death of a loved one.
Jigsaw South East takes responsibility for ensuring that volunteers within its own organisation are appropriately involved, respected and valued for their contribution.
We are looking for enthusiastic and passionate volunteers over the age of 18 (we will be looking to recruit under 18 Young Ambassadors shortly).
We are looking for volunteers with the following essential/desirable credentials and who can commit to at least one morning/afternoon a month. The volunteer agreement and commitment to Jigsaw SE will be reviewed after 18 months as we know that people’s circumstances change.
Essential:
Ability to adhere to JSE’s policies and protocols for safeguarding and confidentiality
Excellent communication skills
Excellent listening skills
Ability to work in a team participating
in activities
Experience of bereavement (personal and/or professional).
Desirable, but not essential:
Links to the local community
Experience with children
Knowledge of different religious and cultural beliefs around death and dying
Presentation skills
Use of a car or ability to travel to the two focused areas for piloting this role- Crawley and Woking
As an engager of volunteers Jigsaw South East is committed to a policy of equal opportunities. This principle will apply to service delivery, recruitment, promotion, training, facilities, procedures and all terms and conditions.
Volunteers will be expected to adhere to Jigsaw South East’s Equal Opportunities Policy, a copy of which can be found within the Jigsaw South East’s Volunteer Pack.
We will require a clear DBS check and two references.
Please contact our Service Coordinator, Sarah Dodson, for an application form.
For further information or a conversation about this role please do contact our Director, Catherine Hodgson.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
• Remuneration: This is an unpaid and voluntary role.
• Working arrangements: work-from-home
• Hours: 20 hours per week
• Application process: Interested candidates should submit their CV and a one-page cover letter detailing their relevant experience and how they would contribute to the shared role. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted for an interview.
About Exam Star Learner
Exam Star Learner is an educational charity. We are on a mission to address the lack of access to personalised learning support for underprivileged youth. We aim to deliver personalised and affordable tutorials in Maths, English, Science, and French to underachieving and disadvantaged children and young people. We are dedicated to narrowing the attainment gap, boosting confidence, and raising aspirations of 5-18year-olds. We believe that no child should be left behind in the Southwark community due to financial constraints.
Education is unfair
A growing number of parents and guardians are paying for children as young as four to receive additional tuition. Research show that unlike their well-off peers, many children from lower income families are unable to afford the cost of private tuition which averages £25 per hour in London. This exacerbates education inequalities and contributes to widening the attainment gap.
Exam Star Learner Levelling the Playing Field
Unlike other tuition organisations, Exam Star Learner’s private tuition is genuinely affordable and personalised. Compassion, equality, and independence are among our core values.
We want to inspire our students and help them gain confidence and self-esteem so that they can maximise their potential and achieve greater success in school and in the workplace. We pair children and young people with tutors, and they learn in weekly personalised online tutorials which cater to their specific learning needs. We are currently in partnership with Southwark Council and the DofE.
About the opportunity
We are on the lookout for twelve driven and passionate individuals to join our team as Voluntary Marketing Officers. This shared role is designed to devise and execute an all-encompassing marketing strategy to engage parents and schools via various channels. As a Voluntary Marketing Officer, you'll have the unique opportunity to aid in the provision of top-notch educational support to children and young people aged 5-18.
Responsibilities
1. Marketing Strategy Development (Candidates 1 & 2):
Candidate 1: Marketing Strategy Developer
- Collaborate with the Director to construct a comprehensive marketing strategy targeting parents and schools.
- Carry out in-depth market research to identify target audience demographics.
- Regularly confer with Candidate 2 to discuss and enhance the marketing strategy.
Candidate 2: Marketing Strategy Implementer
- Spearhead the implementation of the marketing strategy developed in collaboration with Candidate 1.
- Gauge the impact of various marketing channels.
- Provide feedback to Candidate 1 for strategy enhancement.
2. Digital Marketing (Candidates 3 & 4):
Candidate 3: Social Media Manager
- Oversee social media platforms and generate engaging content to draw in parents and schools.
- Monitor responses to comments and inquiries on social media platforms.
- Utilise analytics tools to measure the effectiveness of social media campaigns.
Candidate 4: Email Marketing & SEO Specialist
- Design and execute email marketing campaigns aimed at parents and schools.
- Monitor open and click-through rates to measure email campaign effectiveness.
- Optimise the organisation's website and content for search engines.
- Track website traffic and search engine ranking, making adjustments as needed.
3. Content Creation (Candidates 5 & 6):
Candidate 5: Written Content Creator
- Compose compelling content for marketing materials, blog posts, and newsletters.
- Ensure content is in line with the organisation's mission and appeals to the target audience.
- Proofread content for accuracy prior to publication.
Candidate 6: Visual Content Creator
- Design visually appealing graphics, images, and videos for use in marketing campaigns.
- Ensure all visual content is a reflection of the organisation's brand identity.
- Collaborate with the Written Content Creator to ensure consistency between visual and written content.
4. Community Engagement (Candidates 7 & 8):
Candidate 7: Parent and School Engagement Officer
- Actively participate in online forums, groups, and communities relevant to parents and schools.
- Respond promptly and professionally to inquiries and concerns.
- Strive to build a strong community around the organisation's mission and services.
Candidate 8: Influencer Partnership Coordinator
- Identify potential influencers or organisations whose audience aligns with the organisation's target demographic.
- Establish and maintain positive relationships with these influencers or organisations.
- Collaborate with these influencers to promote the organisation's services.
5. Learning Resources Coordinator (Candidates 9 & 10):
Candidate 9: Learning Resources Researcher
- Conduct research and collate high-quality, curriculum-aligned learning resources from reliable sources for exam preparation and homework assistance.
- Regularly review and update these resources based on feedback, changes in the curriculum, and new resources available.
Candidate 10: Learning Resources Website Manager
- Manage the placement of researched learning resources on the organisation's website.
- Ensure the resources are easily accessible, well-organised, and clearly labelled by subject and level.
- Monitor website traffic to these resources and make adjustments as needed based on user behaviour and feedback.
6. French Reading Club Coordinator (Candidates 11 & 12):
Candidate 11: French Reading Club Organiser
- Develop a comprehensive strategy to deliver a French Reading Club on a set date and time on a regular basis.
- Coordinate logistics, such as booking a suitable space and ensuring necessary resources are available.
- Promote the French Reading Club to attract participants.
Candidate 12: French Reading Club Facilitator
- Facilitate engaging and interactive reading sessions that cater to participants of various ages and reading levels.
- Collaborate with other Marketing Officers to ensure consistent messaging and alignment with overall marketing strategies.
- Monitor and evaluate the effectiveness of the French Reading Club and adjust strategies as necessary.
7. Partnership and Outreach Coordinator (Candidates 1-10):
- All Candidates: Collaborate to devise a comprehensive strategy for building partnerships with all Southwark academies and secondary schools.
- Identify key decision-makers within these schools and establish relationships with them.
- Seek opportunities to speak at secondary schools and academies to promote the organisation's tutorials.
- Deliver persuasive presentations to parents about the benefits of booking tutorials for their children through Exam Star Learner.
- Monitor and evaluate the effectiveness of these partnership initiatives and adjust the strategy as necessary.
Timeline
The strategic planning will commence immediately upon the start of the shared role. The goal is to attract a pool of at least 200 parents to book regular tutorials through the charity’s website within a timeframe of 6 months. However, the timeline may be subject to adjustments.
Work Schedule
This is an unpaid and voluntary role. Each candidate should not work more than 20 hours per week, but there is flexibility to accommodate the needs and schedules of team members.
Person Specification
- Passion for promoting education, reading, and cultural enrichment.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
- Creativity and proficiency in utilising social media platforms.
- Strong organisational and time management skills.
- Ability to work collaboratively and contribute to a shared role.
- Fluency in French is advantageous but not required.
- Previous experience in marketing, digital marketing, content creation, or community engagement is advantageous but not required.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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This is an unpaid and voluntary role.
• Working arrangements: work-from-home
• Hours: 20 hours per week
• Application process: Interested candidates should submit their CV and a one-page cover letter detailing their relevant experience and how they would contribute to the shared role. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted for an interview.
About Exam Star Learner
Exam Star Learner is an educational charity. We are on a mission to address the lack of access to personalised learning support for underprivileged youth. We aim to deliver personalised and affordable tutorials in Maths, English, Science, and French to underachieving and disadvantaged children and young people. We are dedicated to narrowing the attainment gap, boosting confidence, and raising aspirations of 5-18year-olds. We believe that no child should be left behind in the Southwark community due to financial constraints.
Education is unfair
A growing number of parents and guardians are paying for children as young as four to receive additional tuition. Research show that unlike their well-off peers, many children from lower income families are unable to afford the cost of private tuition which averages £25 per hour in London. This exacerbates education inequalities and contributes to widening the attainment gap.
Exam Star Learner Levelling the Playing Field
Unlike other tuition organisations, Exam Star Learner’s private tuition is genuinely affordable and personalised. Compassion, equality, and independence are among our core values.
We want to inspire our students and help them gain confidence and self-esteem so that they can maximise their potential and achieve greater success in school and in the workplace. We pair children and young people with tutors, and they learn in weekly personalised online tutorials which cater to their specific learning needs. We are currently in partnership with Southwark Council and the DofE.
About the opportunity
We are on the lookout for ten motivated Volunteer Recruitment Officers to join our team. This is an unpaid and voluntary role. In this shared role, each officer will work closely together to develop and implement a comprehensive plan to recruit volunteer tutors. The goal is to recruit and retain a pool of at least 200 retired teachers who can dedicate 4 hours to one-on-one and small group tutoring in English, Maths, Science, and/or French for children and young people aged 5-18. These tutorials will be conducted both in person (in Southwark schools) and online. The professionals will be responsible for recruiting, training, supporting, and retaining volunteer tutors to help reduce the education gap and raise the aspirations of underprivileged children and young people.
Detailed Tasks:
1. Volunteer Tutor Recruitment Strategy Document (Candidates 1 & 2):
Candidate 1: Strategy Development
· Collaborate with the charity Director to write a robust volunteer tutor recruitment strategy document.
· Discuss and refine the strategy document with Candidate 2.
Candidate 2: Recruitment Process
· Execute the recruitment strategy developed by Candidate 1.
· Manage all stages of the recruitment process for volunteer tutors, including advertising, screening, interviewing, and onboarding.
2. Training and Development (Candidates 3 & 4):
Candidate 3: Training Design
· Design a training programme for volunteer tutors.
· Collaborate with Candidate 4 to align the training programme with the recruitment strategy and volunteer management system.
Candidate 4: Training Delivery & Development
· Deliver the training programme designed by Candidate 3.
· Develop a system to track volunteer progress and collect feedback on the training programme.
3. Volunteer Management (Candidates 5 & 6):
Candidate 5: Volunteer Support
· Establish effective processes for volunteer management.
· Offer guidance and support to volunteer tutors, addressing any questions or issues that arise.
Candidate 6: Coordination & Updating Systems
· Track and record tutorial attendance and ensure that both students and volunteer tutors attend the sessions.
· Liaise with parents/guardians, school teachers and volunteer tutors as and when required to facilitate tutorials (i.e. provide support around rescheduling missed tutorials, tutorial scheduling issues, payment queries, refunds, lateness, re-sharing video conferencing links, sending reminders about tutorial sessions etc)
· Regularly review and update the volunteer management database to ensure efficiency and effectiveness.
4. Retention Strategies, Monitoring, Evaluation, and Marketing (Candidates 7 & 8):
Candidate 7: Retention Strategies & Monitoring
· Write a strategy document to encourage volunteers to remain engaged.
· Monitor the quality of tutorials by gathering feedback success stories from students, parents, and school teachers after each session.
Candidate 8: Evaluation & Marketing
· Establish methods to monitor and assess the effectiveness of the volunteer recruitment and retention strategies.
· Collect feedback and success stories from volunteer tutors to share on social media for marketing purposes.
5. Administrative Support and Tutorial Scheduling (Candidates 9 & 10):
Candidate 9: Administrative Support
· Liaise with the team and rovide administrative support as and when necessary, including advertising, screening, interviewing, and onboarding of volunteer tutors, coordinating tutorials and tracking tutorial attendance, record-keeping, scheduling, and documentation etc
Candidate 10: Manage Tutorial scheduling, Update and Manage Tutors and Students Records
· Update and Manage Tutors profiles on our website (ensure all available tutors are accurately listed)
· Update and Manage Students Records to help us monitor number of tutorials delivered.
· Provide information and guidance to parents/guardians and school teachers regarding booking tutorials
(i.e handle communications and queries regarding scheduling tutorial sessions through our website, provide information and guidance around booking tutorials)
Volunteer Tutor Recruitment Timeline
The recruitment process for volunteer tutors will commence immediately upon the start of the shared role. The goal is to recruit a pool of at least 200 retired teachers within a timeframe of 6 months. However, the timeline may be subject to adjustments based on the availability and suitability of volunteer tutors.
Work Schedule
This is an unpaid and voluntary role. Each candidate should not work more than 20 hours per week, but there is flexibility to accommodate the needs and schedules of team members.
Qualifications
· Relevant experience in volunteer recruitment or a similar role.
· Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
· Ability to work well as part of a team and independently.
· Experience in training and development is beneficial. Familiarity with the charity sector, particularly in education, is advantageous.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
The Family Bereavement sessions - What we do
We run sessions for bereaved families, offering three different age groups which are tailored around different developmental needs for 4-7-, 8-12- and 13–18-year-olds.
These Family Bereavement sessions currently have four components:
- An assessment with an allocated support worker to provide information and assess eligibility.
- An online parent information session for parent/carers to provide guidance and support in preparation for attendance at the bereavement session and to answer any questions or concerns.
- A social activity for families to meet and engage prior to the bereavement session.
- One Saturday Family Bereavement Session bringing families together (typically from 9am-3.30pm). These sessions will mostly be delivered as a family, with an hour in the afternoon where children and parents meet separately.
The Family Bereavement Sessions currently take place in Reigate but could be run from other locations in our catchment area across Surrey, parts of West Sussex and Kent.
The Social Event will be at a convenient location for the participating families which will be agreed with them. This is usually held on a Tuesday or Wednesday after school for the 8-12 and 13-18 groups and on a Saturday for the 4–7-year-olds.
How we ask you to help with groups:
We ask that volunteers can commit to the following aspects of the family bereavement session delivery – online session, social activity and Family Bereavement Session.
During delivery, you will be required to assist the Support Workers in the delivery of the activities and to support the children, young people and parents/carers to engage. Various activities are run at the family bereavement sessions - such as making salt jars, memory boxes and other craft activities, etc.
Additionally, volunteers would be expected to serve teas and coffees, wash up and support the setting up and delivery of the activities.,
Social events- What we do
We provide different social events and activities throughout the year to help bring children and young people in a similar situation together. This helps bereaved families and those facing the death of a loved one to have an opportunity to connect as a family and create special memories.
It also allows children and young people to know that they are not alone and to meet with others who are grieving or facing the death of a loved one. Research shows that social connections and social support is important for health and well-being.
How we ask you to help with social events:
To help the Support Workers in the delivery of the events and to connect and engage with children, young people and their families in attendance.
Training – before supporting families
We will provide you with all of the information and training you need and you will join a vibrant and committed group of volunteers ensuring that children and young people across our communities will not be alone during their bereavement journey.
Jigsaw South East is committed to the wellbeing of our volunteers and we will provide you with the information and support you need to fulfil your volunteering role. You will have a named member of staff as a central point of contact, access to supervision where relevant and the opportunity to meet other Jigsaw South East volunteers on, at least, a quarterly basis.
We provide our group volunteers with some comprehensive training to prepare them for the role – but it is worth noting, volunteers are always working alongside professional Support Workers at the groups and are not expected to ‘go it alone’.
Who we need.
Jigsaw South East believes in the value of voluntary activity as an important component of the organisation in supporting children, young people and their families when facing or following the death of a loved one.
Jigsaw South East takes responsibility for ensuring that volunteers within its own organisation are appropriately involved, respected and valued for their contribution.
We are looking for enthusiastic and passionate volunteers over the age of 18 (we will be looking to recruit under 18 Young Ambassadors shortly).
We are looking for volunteers with the following essential/desirable credentials and who can commit to at least one Family Bereavement Session (and associated online and social components) and two Social Activities per year. The volunteer agreement and commitment to Jigsaw SE will be reviewed after 18 months as we know that people’s circumstances change.
Essential:
Excellent listening skills
Ability to empathise
Experience of bereavement (personal and/or professional)
Ability to work in a team activities
Use of a car (our venues are not easily accessible via public transport)
Ability to adhere to JSE’s policies and protocols for safeguarding and confidentiality
Desirable, but not essential:
Ability to commit to a minimum of one Family Bereavement Session and associated elements per year and two additional social activity per year
Experience with children and young people
Knowledge of different religious and cultural beliefs around death and dying
As an engager of volunteers Jigsaw South East is committed to a policy of equal opportunities. This principle will apply to service delivery, recruitment, promotion, training, facilities, procedures and all terms and conditions.
Volunteers will be expected to adhere to Jigsaw South East’s Equal Opportunities Policy, a copy of which can be found within the Jigsaw South East’s Volunteer Pack.
The children’s health and wellbeing are of paramount to us, therefore we are looking for very special people to help us provide the support they deserve and ask that you can meet the above criteria.
We will also require an enhanced DBS check and two references.
We look forward to hearing from you.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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Job Description
Nyaka UK is seeking committed and dynamic individuals to join our Board of Trustees. Trustees play a vital role in providing strategic direction, governance oversight, and leadership to the charity. We are looking for individuals with diverse backgrounds, skills, and experiences who are passionate about making a positive impact on global development issues.
Position: General Board Member & Trustee (Non-Portfilio)
Location: United Kingdom (Remote)
Reporting Line: Chairperson & Officers
Role Overview:
Contract type: Voluntary (Unpaid) except for reasonable expenses.
Time Commitment: Adhoc - 5-10 hours per month, including board meetings, committee meetings, and other related activities.
What we are looking for?
Applicants from diverse backgrounds, and skill sets. Area of interest: Individuals with experience gained from private, third or public sectors in leadership positions with expertise in fundraising, event management, legacy donations, grant applications and writing, marketing, web development, and domain management, alongside experience with African communities. We are looking for a variety of skill sets that can enhance our mission, emphasizing innovation, dedication, and the ability to contribute to meaningful change.
Essential Criteria:
- Applicants must be 18 years of age or over.
- Be fluent in English written and spoken.
- Not be barred from working with children or vulnerable people.
- No criminal record of dishonesty such as fraud or theft.
- Strong commitment to Nyaka UK’s mission.
- Willingness and ability to undertake an active hands-on role.
- Commitment to continuous learning and training.
- Willingness to leverage professional and person networks to support fundraising and awareness efforts.
Interested candidates are invited to submit a resume/CV and a brief statement of interest outlining their motivation for serving as a trustee of Nyaka UK.
Following your application, successful applicants will be invited to an interview with our Chairman to explore their application in more depth, and understand what skills they can bring to Nyaka, UK.
‘The relief and prevention of poverty for children & grandmothers in or from Uganda.’
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Join our amazing team and make a real difference to people living with sight loss. Help create a welcoming and safe environment for people to share their experiences, ask questions and support each other and connect with a local community in a group setting via Facebook.
In this role you will be:
• Managing group membership – authorising Requests to Join.
• Creating a warm and welcoming environment.
• Supporting group conversations.
• Working with a Volunteer Moderator Team to create engaging content for the Group.
• Ensuring House Rules are followed and content is appropriate.
What you’ll gain from the role:
• An opportunity to give something back.
• A chance to build a strong community.
• A sense of achievement through the difference you make.
• A chance to be part of a team of like-minded people
• An opportunity to develop and explore different roles with RNIB, including our internal job vacancies.
In return for donating your time we will provide:
• A rewarding experience.
• A great Induction and training.
• A supportive manager.
• Regular updates and catchups.
• Expenses.
• An opportunity to connect with other volunteers.
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ABOUT THE ROLE
As part of our Community Support team, you will play a key role in ensuring the fulfilment of our users' needs by sharing information about our services, projects, and activities; this takes place in person, through our digital channels and helpline. Additionally, you will be responsible for keeping up to date information about other services and partner organisations. The primary challenge faced by the Latin American community is the language barrier, which hinders their comprehension of the UK system and their entitlements. Taking part in the Community Interpreting service, you will support service users in navigating these obstacles, enabling them to establish a more integrated life in the UK. This is an exciting opportunity for anyone who wants to better understand the challenges faced by the Latin American community in London; use their language skills in a positive and impactful way; and develop valuable administrative and customer service skills in a multicultural, fast-paced organisation.
MAIN TASKS AND RESPONSIBILITIES
● Connecting service users to our services, projects and activities in person or by answering phone calls and emails
● Supporting users with general enquiries, referring them to relevant services within our organisation as well as signposting and referring to external services
● Registering users on our database and keeping accurate records of services offered
● Monitoring internal calendars and appointments
● Sharing useful, up-to-date information with users as instructed by other team members
● Ensuring internal communications, flyers and handouts are up to date
● Interpreting calls for service users and supporting with non-official translations
● Supporting community members with basic application forms
● Liaising with staff in other departments and with external contacts
PERSON SPECIFICATION
● Good verbal and written communication skills in English and Spanish and/or Portuguese
● Ability to work effectively as a member of a team and with a diverse population of service users, staff and partners
● A caring, sensitive and non-judgemental approach
● Ability to cope with stressful and emotionally challenging issues
● Professionalism to handle sensitive and confidential information
● Excellent organisational skills, attention to detail and ability to multitask
● Ability to set their own work priorities, take initiatives and work with minimal supervision
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
We are recruiting several board member roles including Secretary and Treasurer and general Non-Executive Director. All board members share these responsibilities and requirements:
~ Provide governance oversight over our legal and financial duties as a Community Interest Company.
~Guide OSN staff, team leaders and contractors, to deliver our mission and strategy.
For some responsibilities on the Board i.e.the legal, finance and fundraising, will require a degree of management of our delivery due to these being underdeveloped areas within the organisation.
Our vision is a world free from public sexual harassment, where women, girls and marginalised groups are free to go about their daily lives.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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Help us offer a free, in-person service for care home residents across Somerset who are deaf, have hearing loss or tinnitus or want to get their hearing checked.
Here’s what our RNID Near You volunteers do and the requirements we ask for.
RNID Near You volunteers do 6 main activities to help us make life fully inclusive for deaf people and people with hearing loss and tinnitus.
You don’t have to do all 6 of these activities – you can pick the activities you find most interesting and match your skills and experience.
- Maintaining hearing aids
- Helping people check their hearing
- Informing people
- Meeting & Greeting
- Finding supporters & donors
- Administration
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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Cats Protection is the UK’s leading feline welfare charity and our vision is a world where every cat is treated with kindness and an understanding of its needs. Cats are at the centre of everything we do and our objectives are: homing, neutering and educating people about cats and their care. We help thousands of cats across the UK each year thanks to our network of dedicated volunteers, staff and supporters.
A bit about this role
At Cats Protection we help thousands of cats and kittens each year thanks to our dedicated and passionate volunteer groups. We have over 250 branches across the UK, all of which help our feline friends 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 staff, and helping promote a positive and professional image of Cats Protection.
What can you expect to be doing?
- Supporting your team of volunteers in all aspects of their roles, making sure volunteers are happy and confident
- Making sure the team observes charity best practice and compliance
- Collaborating with your Branch Development Manager (BDM) to plan volunteer activity
- Leading the team to follow Cats Protection policies, procedures and guidelines
- Monitoring expenditure and helping ensure long term financial stability of the volunteer group
- Organising and chairing team meetings
- Acting as an ambassador for Cats Protection
A bit more information about this role and the team
What are the benefits to you and the cats?
You will develop new skills, expand your knowledge and make a significant contribution to improving the lives of cats and kittens by supporting other volunteers in their roles. You will also meet new people, make new friends and be part of a dedicated team of volunteers.
We’re looking for someone with
- Strong interpersonal, leadership and people management skills
- Experience of promoting a positive team environment
- Confidence and experience of ensuring policies, procedures and processes are met
- Excellent communication skills with individuals and groups at all levels
- Organisational skills and the ability to prioritise and delegate
- Ability to think and plan ahead
- Patience and diplomacy
- Basic IT skills to use Cats Protection systems - training and support can be provided
- Committee volunteers need to be aged 18+
Time expectation
Our branch team leader volunteers usually spend 10 to 15 hours per week in this role, which is flexible and can be shared by more than one volunteer if needed. There will be times of year when more hours are required, such as towards the end of the financial year, but support and guidance are always available.
Support, guidance and keeping you safe
At Cats Protection we believe our volunteers should be happy and confident in their roles. We provide support and guidance from our National Cat Centre and through our regional and local volunteer groups and teams. We offer engaging online and face-to-face training, expenses and have policies and processes to help volunteers get the most out of their time with us.
The wellbeing of our people is important and at Cats Protection we are committed to safeguarding children, adults at risk and all those that we come into contact with as part of our activities.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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Make a lasting impact! - MENTORS NEEDED!
Calling all undergraduates, postgraduates, corporates/ professionals, and anyone eager to inspire young people!
Become a mentor and make a lasting impact on young people in Hackney aged 9-18 years. We are looking for individuals ready to inspire, guide, and empower our youth. Join us in shaping bright futures!
What is the Best You Can Be Mentoring Programme?
The Best You can Be Mentoring Programme is a community-led initiative supported by the Mercers fund. It aims to engage young boys and girls from the ages 9-18 years of ethnic minority backgrounds living in or attending a school in Hackney, in a 12- month mentoring relationship.
The programme focuses on three key areas:
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Improving school engagement
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Educational attainment
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Supporting young people in building future plans
Activities might include helping with homework, helping students with reading, writing, maths and science, life skills, understanding the working world and sharing skills and experiences, playing a board game, financial literacy support, CV writing, writing an article for the mentoring magazine and group trips to places of interest.
Note: Mentors must be willing to undergo an enhanced DBS check and a comprehensive mentoring and safeguarding training programme before being matched with a student. The ACS will cover the cost of the DBS check and provide training.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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Ref: V227 | Community Connector | Carmarthenshire, Wales.
We’re looking for multiple Community Connectors over the age of 18 years old, based across various locations across Carmarthenshire.
You’ll be volunteering : Dates and times to be agreed with volunteer.
The volunteers could be:
· Providing a valuable support to our teams based within the region.
· Build relationships with people, and organisations to raise awareness of stroke and the Stroke Association.
· Engaging with your local community to represent the Stroke Association, this could include the delivery of presentations or talks either face to face or digitally.
· Sharing your knowledge and experience of stroke to others.
· Researching and gathering information relating to life after stroke services.
· Supporting the process of volunteer recruitment and training.
· Attending fundraising events, including donation collections.
*Whilst we would be delighted if you could perform all of these tasks, we will be happy to accept enquiries from you if you can provide suitable selective support.
What the role can offer you personally:
· Learning and developing new skills.
· Meeting new people, building a network and engaging with your local community.
· An opportunity to get together (either face to face/digitally) with other volunteers from the East of England.
· Invitations to join national volunteer events to network and share experiences.
Interested in this role?
Find out more by downloading the role description for the Community Connector role.
If you are interested in this role please complete our application form and send it to us.
We want to reduce barriers to inclusion. Help us understand who’s applying for and getting roles with us by completing our Equal Opportunities Form. This helps us continue to identify anything that’s getting in the way for people looking to join us. This information does not form part of your application.
About Us
Stroke Association. Rebuilding lives after stroke.
When stroke strikes, part of your brain shuts down. And so does a part of you. That’s because a stroke happens in the brain, the control centre for who we are and what we can do. It happens every five minutes in the UK and changes lives instantly. Recovery is tough, but with the right specialist support and a ton of courage and determination, the brain can adapt.
We believe everyone deserves to live the best life they can after stroke. And it’s a team effort to get there.
We provide specialist support, fund critical research and campaign to make sure people affected by stroke get the very best care and support to rebuild their lives.
We’re working to improve the diversity of our team. Because we know that individuality leads to a richer experience for our people and better support for those affected by stroke.
We strongly encourage people from all backgrounds to apply. And we’re particularly looking to increase the number of applications from those with lived experience of stroke and those from under-represented communities.
Every five minutes, stroke destroys lives. Help us rebuild them and join our team.
In 2019, we developed a bold new corporate strategy so that we can rebuild more lives after stroke and make a bigger difference to people’s lives.
To help us deliver our strategy and make a real difference, we are looking to recruit talented people to a number of new roles.
If you would like to support stroke survivors to rebuild their lives, we want to hear from you!
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Actively Interviewing
This organisation is scheduling interviews as the applications come in. Don’t miss your opportunity, apply now!
At Happy Baby Community, we provide safe and resilient communities for pregnant women and women with young children who have fled war, violence and traffickers and are seeking asylum in the UK. We want to make sure we protect and empower each other, through shared knowledge and understanding. We meet to learn from one another and to feel strong and supported - able to work, study, volunteer, and help others in need.
We are looking for online English teachers to join our vibrant team!
HBC offers online English classes using Zoom on Wednesdays and Fridays 10am-1pm UK time. Classes run for about 45 minutes, offering L0- literacy, L1-Beginner, L2- Elementary and L3- Intermediate. We also do some one-one literacy tutoring. The classes start on the hour. Some of our teachers teach multiple classes and some only teach one depending on their availability. As an online English teacher, your responsibilities will include preparing and delivering lessons to improve students' reading, writing, and speaking skills.
We are looking for female volunteers with the following desired criteria:
- Experience teaching ESOL
- Teaching qualification
- Familiarity/experience with Zoom
- Passion to teach
- Weekday availability
What do we offer our volunteers?
- A vibrant working culture
- Strong connections and support system
- Valuable work experience with a diverse and vulnerable community of learners
- A professional reference after 6 months
- Ongoing training and development opportunities
Thank you for your interest. We look forward to hearing from you soon!
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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Cat Admissions Volunteer
Cats Protection is the UK’s leading feline welfare charity and our vision is a world where every cat is treated with kindness and an understanding of its needs.
Cats are at the centre of everything we do and our objectives are: homing, neutering and educating people about cats and their care.
We help thousands of cats across the UK each year thanks to our network of dedicated volunteers, staff and supporters.
A bit about this role
Our cat admissions volunteers ensure the smooth running of our admissions process, helping our volunteer groups and teams admit cats into our care in the most effective and stress-free way possible for both people and cats. This role is undertaken from your own home. This could be the perfect volunteer role if you have administration experience, a passion for cats, or both!
Without the passionate and committed teams of volunteers across Cats Protection, we wouldn’t be able to help the thousands of cats and kittens each year that rely on us for help.
What can you expect to be doing?
- Responding to email and telephone enquiries regarding cats coming into care
- Managing the cat waiting list and prioritising accordingly
- Liaising with other volunteers, employees, local vets and members of the public
- Using our administrative systems to record cats coming into care
What are the benefits to you and the cats?
You will develop new skills, expand your knowledge and make a significant contribution to improving the lives of cats and kittens by helping manage the process of cats coming into the care of Cats Protection. You will also meet new people, make new friends and be part of a dedicated team of volunteers.
We’re looking for someone with
- Good administrative and organisational skills
- Good IT skills
- Willingness to be part of a team
- Previous experience in office administration (would be an advantage)
Time expectation
Our cat admissions volunteers usually spend two to four hours a week in this role which is flexible and can be shared by more than one volunteer if needed.
Support, guidance and keeping you safe
At Cats Protection we believe our volunteers should be happy and confident in their roles. We provide support and guidance from our National Cat Centre and through our regional and local volunteer groups and teams. We offer engaging online and face-to-face training, expenses and have policies and processes to help volunteers get the most out of their time with us.
The wellbeing of our people is important and at Cats Protection we are committed to safeguarding children, adults at risk and all those that we come into contact with as part of our activities.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Actively Interviewing
This organisation is scheduling interviews as the applications come in. Don’t miss your opportunity, apply now!
Cats Protection is the UK’s leading feline welfare charity and our vision is a world where every cat is treated with kindness and an understanding of its needs.
Cats are at the centre of everything we do and our objectives are: homing, neutering and educating people about cats and their care.
We help thousands of cats across the UK each year thanks to our network of dedicated volunteers, staff and supporters.
A bit about this role
At Cats Protection we help thousands of cats and kittens each year thanks to our dedicated and passionate volunteer groups. We have over 250 branches across the UK, all of which help our feline friends 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 staff, and helping promote a positive and professional image of Cats Protection.
What can you expect to be doing?
- Supporting your team of volunteers in all aspects of their roles, making sure volunteers are happy and confident
- Making sure the team observes charity best practice and compliance
- Collaborating with your Branch Development Manager (BDM) to plan volunteer activity
- Leading the team to follow Cats Protection policies, procedures and guidelines
- Monitoring expenditure and helping ensure long term financial stability of the volunteer group
- Organising and chairing team meetings
- Acting as an ambassador for Cats Protection
What are the benefits to you and the cats?
You will develop new skills, expand your knowledge and make a significant contribution to improving the lives of cats and kittens by supporting other volunteers in their roles. You will also meet new people, make new friends and be part of a dedicated team of volunteers.
We’re looking for someone with
- Strong interpersonal, leadership and people management skills
- Experience of promoting a positive team environment
- Confidence and experience of ensuring policies, procedures and processes are met
- Excellent communication skills with individuals and groups at all levels
- Organisational skills and the ability to prioritise and delegate
- Ability to think and plan ahead
- Patience and diplomacy
- Basic IT skills to use Cats Protection systems - training and support can be provided
- Committee volunteers need to be aged 18+
Time expectation
Our branch team leader volunteers usually spend 10 to 15 hours per week in this role, which is flexible and can be shared by more than one volunteer if needed. There will be times of year when more hours are required, such as towards the end of the financial year, but support and guidance are always available.
Support, guidance and keeping you safe
At Cats Protection we believe our volunteers should be happy and confident in their roles. We provide support and guidance from our National Cat Centre and through our regional and local volunteer groups and teams. We offer engaging online and face-to-face training, expenses and have policies and processes to help volunteers get the most out of their time with us.
The wellbeing of our people is important and at Cats Protection we are committed to safeguarding children, adults at risk and all those that we come into contact with as part of our activities.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.