Volunteer roles

What will you do?

• complete an induction for your role
• maintain an awareness of how Citizens Advice Salford is operating
• plan the board meetings including the dates and the agenda, with the Chief Executive
• read papers for board meetings and attend six meetings per year
• facilitate the trustee board meetings by leading the meeting, ensuring that agenda items are discussed, enabling all members to contribute their views and take part and seeking clarification where necessary
• ensure that decisions and actions taken at board meetings are carried out
• ensure that the board decisions are made within the remit of the Citizens Advice membership agreement, governing documents and policies
• monitor attendance and commitment of all trustees 
• provide or arrange for training or support for trustees if needed
• with other trustees and the Chief Executive, recruit a trustee board with a diverse range of skills, experience and knowledge with an aim to promote trusteeship to underrepresented groups that represent the local community and that reflect the global majority
• ensure that all trustees receive an induction and complete the training needed for them to fulfil their role
• be proactive in planning succession and recruiting successors to key positions such as Chair, Treasurer etc. 
• provide support and supervision for the Chief Executive including an annual appraisal
• together with the Treasurer, ensure proper management and control of Citizens Advice Salford finances
• together with the Chief Executive, represent Citizens Advice Salford in relationships with funders or potential funders, and events and in the community
• work together with all trustees and ensure that the board is able to: 
• set policy and strategy direction taking into account the Citizens Advice membership agreement, set targets and evaluate the performance of Citizens Advice Salford.
• monitor the financial position of Citizens Advice Salford ensuring that it operates within its means and objectives, ensuring that there are clear lines of accountability for day to day financial management
• monitor whether the Citizens Advice service complies with its governing document and meets the required standards
• seek the views of all sections of the community and monitor how well the service meets the needs of the local community
• ensure that the service plans for the recruitment and turnover of staff and volunteers
• review its own work and how effectively it operates including action for improvement
• work on specific projects to further the strategic objectives of Citizens Advice Salford and the network as a whole
• to represent Citizens Advice Salford at Greater Manchester’s Citizens Advice consortium group, alongside another trustee and the chief executive.

What's in it for you?

• use your experience to make a positive impact for people in Salford by ensuring Citizens Advice Salford is sustainable and meeting the needs of the community
• meet people and build relationships with trustees, staff and other volunteers
• build on your governance, leadership and strategy knowledge and skills
• increase your employability
• be a part of infl uence and change work that looks to reduce poverty in Salford, and to make it and the country a better place for all.

How much time do you need to give?

Trustee boards usually meet in the evenings and you’ll likely need to give two or three hours, six times a year and you may need to attend other meetings if you’re involved in specifi c projects, or meet with volunteers and staff occasionally within Citizens Advice Salford. We can be fl exible about the time spent, so come and talk to us.

Valuing Inclusion

Our volunteers come from a range of backgrounds and we particularly welcome applications from disabled people, people with physical or mental health conditions, LGBT+ and non-binary people, and people from global majority communities.
If you are interested in becoming a chair of trustees and would like to discuss fl exibility around location, time, ‘what you will do’ and how we can support you please contact us.

The Family Support Worker Assistant Volunteer supports the daily running of our Family Support service by helping women and children attend appointments, assisting with groups and activities, creating activity timetables, making contact calls, keeping records, and supporting external trips across our three sites.

We’re looking for someone proactive, friendly, flexible, and confident working with children, with good IT and organisational skills and an understanding of domestic abuse.

Volunteers gain experience in a refuge setting, access training and supervision, and build knowledge around domestic abuse and safeguarding. Travel and lunch expenses are reimbursed.

The Refuge Admin Support Worker Volunteer supports the daily running of our Bexley Refuges by helping women and families access activities, appointments, and resources.

You’ll assist with admin tasks, run or support group activities and house meetings, make contact calls, keep records updated, and help with in-house and external activities.

The role suits someone proactive, friendly, organised, and confident with IT, with an understanding of domestic abuse. Experience with children or groups is a bonus.

Volunteers gain experience in the VAWG sector, access training and supervision, and play a key role in supporting women on their recovery journey.

Grant Coordinator (Existing Grants & Processes) 

Volunteer, Remote 

We are Bees Abroad, working to enable communities to empower themselves, through sustainable beekeeping. Together with local beekeeper trainers and organisations we educate, guide, and mentor communities in local best practices in Beekeeping, business creation, and protecting the environment. 

Whilst we are a small charity, we drive a lot of impact and have great ambition, funded by long-term supporters who are aligned with our work. We are looking for a Volunteer Grant Coordinator to support our current grant application cycles. This role prioritises managing and improving existing grant workflows, with scope to grow our grant funder base over time. 

The role is well suited to someone who enjoys structured work, building systems, and working both solo and collaboratively with a small, impact-driven team. The individual will be working closely with our CEO and our Administrator. 

Responsibilities: 

• Manage the timeline and requirements for existing grant applications and renewals 

• Coordinate inputs from internal team members, such as project budgets, backgrounds and activities 

• Maintain a clear overview of deadlines, documentation, and submission status 

• Create and document standardised processes, templates, and checklists for grant applications so that the process is streamlined 

• Support post-award reporting requirements where relevant 

• Keep our CRM system up to date with relevant grant funder data 

Skills & Experience: 

• Strong organisational and project-management skills 

• Comfortable working with documents, spreadsheets, and shared online tools 

• Ability to work independently and follow through on deadlines 

• Experience using Microsoft Suite and Hubspot 

• Clear written communication 

• Experience with grants, fundraising, or administration is desirable 

Growth potential (optional, over time) 

• Identify efficiencies and gaps in the current grants pipeline 

• Support exploration of additional grant opportunities once core systems are in place 

• Potential for this to become a paid role if mutually agreed 

Time commitment 

• Approx. 2-4 hours per week on average 

• Flexible schedule, with busier periods around deadlines 

What we offer 

• Meaningful involvement in a growing international NGO working across seven countries in sub-Saharan Africa 

• Exposure to real grant cycles and funding structures 

• Opportunity to shape systems that will have long-term impact 

• A role that can evolve based on your interests and capacity 

Our House Experience Volunteers add the sparkle to any visit – giving everyone a warm welcome, bringing stories from Ickworth to life and helping people get the best out of their day. 

 This role will suit you if you are:

• Warm and friendly.
• Someone with a curious and inquisitive nature, with an ability to engage our visitors, ask questions and facilitate conversations.
• Able to listen thoughtfully and actively.
• Someone with exceptional customer service standards- a desire to put visitors before everything else.
• A good storyteller, with a talent for reading body language and thinking on your feet
• Sensitive to visitor and volunteer needs – working as an effective team member.
• Willing to develop your knowledge of Ickworth, its history and vast collections.

Tasks and responsibilities

• Responding to the diverse needs of visitors, including people with additional access needs.
• Sharing inspirational stories, curious facts and practical information or simply the space for visitors to wander at their own pace.
• Helping visitors to discover more, answering questions and making suggestions so they can enjoy their day, their way.
• Being an ambassador for the whole property and the National Trust. Helping visitors understand the full scope of the offer at Ickworth beyond the house.
• Learning more about Ickworth, so you can share your knowledge and stories of the family and their collections with visitors.
• Responding to the changing needs of Ickworth – supporting ongoing interpretation strategies in the House.
• Supporting with health and safety and evacuation procedures if required.
• Being part of a team that may need to adapt and change in response to local needs, National Trust priorities or changes to government guidelines 

 By getting involved you could· 

• Become part of a friendly and dedicated team.
  Spend time with us at Ickworth, learn about its history, stories and enjoy its beauty.
• Meet people from all walks of life
• Find an opportunity to use your existing skills and develop new ones.
  Improve your communication skills.
  Get a warm glow by knowing you have made a difference to someone’s day out with us.

 You’d also be joining Europe’s largest conservation charity and the wider National Trust team proudly looking after 780 miles of coastline, over 250,000 hectares of land, over 500 historic houses, castles, ancient monuments, gardens, parks and nature reserves (including lighthouses, villages, pubs and a gold mine!). We are a unique charity welcoming millions of people each year and with a vision to open up places for the benefit of everyone, for ever.

All National Trust volunteers will be asked to

• Respect and uphold the National Trust values whilst volunteering with us.
• Complete training required of all NT volunteers and any role specific training
• Adhere to relevant policies and processes including safeguarding, health and safety, and equality and diversity. 

 We want all our volunteers to feel welcome and to have an equally positive experience when volunteering with us. So, volunteers will:

• Be provided with the necessary induction, training, equipment and reasonable adjustments to do this role well and safely
• Be offered expenses to cover agreed travel costs between home and place of volunteering.
• Have remote access to support, news and rotas via our volunteer website 

Skills acquired: Adaptability, Communication Skills, Community Development, Customer Service, Event Support, Exhibition Arts, Fundraising, Interpersonal Skills, Public Relations, Public Speaking, Teamwork, Visual Arts

This is an exciting time to join POW as a new strategy is rolled out, with a new board and CEO needed to deliver this vision. This is a real opportunity to join a charity which has a great impact on the lives of those we support, at a time of crucial change for the charity.

We encourage applicants of all backgrounds and identities who are passionate about the work we do and who can bring new and innovative ideas. We will consider applications from anyone with an interest in our work, and welcome candidates with a variety of experiences, but we are particularly interested in hearing from people with experience in marketing, PR, HR, organisational change, fund-raising, charity governance and financial accountancy.

All Trustees should support the POW vision of self-determination, and the rights of our clients to leave or remain in sex work.

Skills and Qualities Needed

• Willingness and ability to understand and accept their responsibilities and liabilities as Trustees and to act in the best interests of the organisation.
• Ability to think creatively and strategically, exercise good, independent judgement and work effectively as a Board member.
• Effective communication skills and willingness to participate actively in discussion.
• Commitment to the Charity Governance Code and Nolan’s seven priciples; leadership; integrity; decision making, risk and control; board effectiveness; diversity; openness and accountability; all underpinning organisational purpose.

For more information please request a candidate pack.

PiP is seeking a trustee with diverse skills to deliver an ambitious five-year strategy, supporting adults with learning disabilities. Following significant growth over the last five years, we are now seeking to deepen our support offer, expand the number of people we directly support, and scope how we can influence systems change alongside people with learning disabilities.

Our trustees play a significant role in supporting, guiding, & governing our work. They share collective responsibility for governance, compliance and accountability, while also contributing their individual skills, perspectives and experience to board discussions and decision-making.

Our current Board is diverse in terms of gender, race, age, and experience and this is a strength that we're keen to retain. So, if you're a first-time trustee, have a non-typical background, or have access needs, please do especially consider reaching out to discuss the role with our CEO.

Below outlines the broad criteria that PiP desires from the person who fills this post. We expect that the individual appointed may not meet all the criteria below, and that experience, skills, and understanding of our work may come from many areas including voluntary or lived/caring experience.

As Trustee your primary responsibilities will include:

• Ensure our charity is carrying out its purposes for the public benefit
• Comply with our charity’s governing document and the law
• Act in our charity’s best interests
• Ensure our charity is accountable
• Manage our charity’s resources responsibly
• Act with reasonable care and skill

We’re looking for someone with the following skills & experience:

• Experience in one or more of social care, legal, governance, finance, post-16 education, local knowledge, commercial, or lived experience.
• Good communication skills with the ability to inform and engage a wide range of audiences
• An understanding of the importance of PiP’s work and our person-centred approach to addressing inequalities for adults with learning disabilities
• A willingness to commit time and effort to the development of PIP
• The ability to engage comfortably at all levels
• A commitment to PiP’s values

There are six Board meetings each year, typically held on weekday evenings between 5.00 pm and 7.00 pm. Trustees may like to participate in committees or working groups. The role is voluntary and unpaid, but reasonable expenses, such as travel and caring responsibilities, will be reimbursed.

Further information about PiP and the trustee role is available in the attached Trustee Candidate Pack.

For an informal conversation and to arrange a visit, please contact Denise Largin (CEO). Formal applications must include your CV and a covering letter outlining your interests in the role and why you think you will be a good fit for PIP.

Application should be emailed to the CEO by Friday, 27th February. Interviews will take place in the beginning of March.

Thank you for your interest in volunteering with VoiceAbility,

About VoiceAbility

VoiceAbility is an independent charity and one of the UK’s largest providers of advocacy and involvement services. We deliver a wide range of service contracts funded by local authorities, health trusts and other voluntary and private sector organisations. 

We’ve been supporting people to have their say in decisions about their health, care, and wellbeing for over 40 years. We make sure people are heard when it matters most.  For more information on what Advocacy is and the services offered then please visit our website.

Why Volunteer with VoiceAbility

Volunteering with VoiceAbility gives you the opportunity to make a meaningful difference in your community by helping others ensure their voices are heard and valued. The roles we offer are deeply rewarding and may challenge you in new ways. You’ll develop your communication skills, meet new people, and gain a greater understanding of others, while enjoying a sense of personal fulfilment along the way!

We ask for a minimum commitment of just 3 hours per week, but you’re welcome to volunteer for more if you’d like. Whether you're looking to give back to your community, learn something new, or simply enjoy connecting with others, we’d love to have you on board!

Relevant Person’s Representative (RPR) Support Volunteer - role is in Cheshire West

People in care homes should have a voice to communicate their needs wishes and wants. Some people need support with this, but don’t have friends and family available to assist them.  This means they’re entitled to have support from an RPR and volunteer, who are there to make sure they get the care they deserve.  Your role as an RPR Support Volunteer is to collaborate with the VoiceAbility RPR to make sure a person’s views are listened to when decisions are made about their care.

As an RPR Support Volunteer you might:

· Visit people in their care home, to make sure they’re getting the right care and support

· Talk with them about their feelings, thoughts and wishes

· Raise concerns

· Keep detailed notes and records

· Make a real difference to someone’s life

All volunteering will take place Monday to Friday between 09:00 and 17:00.  You will need to be over 18 years old and be living in the UK. Please note that there is no opportunity to volunteer at weekends or in the evening.

Safeguarding Commitment Statement

VoiceAbility are committed to safeguarding all clients who access our services. All Volunteers will be required to undertake a DBS check at the appropriate level and provide contact details for a minimum of two referees in line with our safer recruitment practice.

ED&I Statement

VoiceAbility believes in fostering an inclusive workplace which welcomes, values and celebrates the diversity of its staff and partners, treats all on a basis of equality and encourages all to meet their maximum potential.

VoiceAbility are a Disability Confident employer, any applicant that identifies themselves as having a disability and can demonstrate that they meet all the essential criteria for the role will be offered an interview. If you need to apply in a different way, please contact the Volunteering team for further options.

To find out more click “Apply Now”.

The Board Adviser supports the Board by offering governance insight and advice, helping Together Co to operate effectively, meet it’s legal responsibilities, and deliver its mission with integrity and confidence. Working closely with the Chair of Trustees, CEO, and Senior Leadership Team, the Board Adviser supports effective governance, strong decision-making, and clear records, helping create the foundations that allow our services, volunteers, and staff to thrive.

Governance and Legal Compliance

• Become a source of guidance on the charity’s governing documents and good governance practice.
• Support awareness of legal and regulatory obligations, including Charity Commission and Companies House requirements.
• Support the preparation and timely submission of annual reports, accounts, and statutory returns.
• Support the Senior Leadership Team in scheduling, reviewing, and updating governance-related policies.
• Highlight emerging governance or regulatory risks for trustee discussion

Trustee Appointments, Induction, and Development

• Support the Chair and Board to ensure trustee appointments, reappointments, and stand-down processes follow the Articles and agreed procedures.
• Coordinate completion and updating of trustee declarations, eligibility checks, and governance registers.
• Support the governance elements of trustee induction so new trustees understand their roles, responsibilities, and the charity’s governance framework.
• Coordinate ongoing trustee training and development opportunities.
• Support the Board in succession planning for key governance roles.

Board and Meeting Support

• Support the Chair in planning Board and committee meetings, including agenda preparation and forward planning.
• Support clear and transparent processes for declaring and managing conflicts of interest in line with policy.
• Attend Board and committee meetings.
• Take accurate minutes, clearly recording decisions, actions, and agreed responsibilities.
• Support follow-up on agreed actions.
• Foster a positive, respectful, and well-organised meeting culture

Person Specification

Essential:

• Commitment to Together Co’s mission and values.
• Interest in or willingness to learn about charity governance and legal responsibilities.
• Strong organisational skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to work collaboratively and communicate clearly.

Desirable:

• Experience in governance, compliance, or charity administration.
• Familiarity with Charity Commission processes.
• Understanding of good governance practice, risk, and conflicts of interest.

What’s in it for you:

• Make a positive impact for people in your local area by ensuring Together Co is sustainable and meeting the needs of the community.
• Meet people and build relationships with trustees, staff, and other volunteers.
• Develop your governance, leadership, and strategic skills.
• Gain valuable experience and insight into charity leadership and governance.

Remuneration: This is a voluntary role. Reasonable expenses will be reimbursed

Inclusive Boards is delighted to support Health Sciences University in their search for two Independent Governors. 

Health Sciences University (HSU) stands at the forefront of health and care education, research, leadership and practice. Formed in July 2024 through the merger of AECC University College and the University College of Osteopathy, HSU brings together a proud legacy of innovation and global leadership in health education, spanning over a century.

With a diverse community of around 2,500 students and over 400 staff, HSU offers more than 30 courses across allied health, sport and exercise sciences, psychology and mental health, chiropractic, osteopathy, and healthcare leadership and management. HSU’s commitment to lifelong learning is reflected in their growing portfolio of apprenticeships, accredited CPD, and masterclasses, supporting the health and care workforce across the UK and internationally.

This is a unique opportunity to contribute to the strategic direction and governance of our university, ensuring we continue to thrive in a rapidly changing higher education landscape.

About the Governor Opportunities: 

We are seeking to appoint two new Independent Governors who have significant senior level expertise in finance, accountancy and risk. In addition to their Board roles, candidates will join either our Finance and Performance Committee or our Audit and Risk Committee as a result of existing members retiring at the end of their terms of office. 

We anticipate that to demonstrate the required competencies for the role, suitable candidates will have experience of 

• Working at a senior level in a complex, regulated environment with multiple stakeholders and
• Hold a professional financial qualification such as CIMA, ACCA and ACA (ICAEW)

 Candidates will: 

• Provide strategic oversight into how the University can strengthen its long-term financial resilience and prepare effectively for future opportunities and risks. 
• Help the Board to critique and articulate the commercial value and strategic implications of potential growth, capital investment appraisals, diversification opportunities, mergers and acquisitions.
• Maintain a strategic perspective while interrogating risk management processes, decision making and financial assumptions. 
• Contribute to the development of institutional strategy and provide informed oversight of progress against agreed objectives and measures of performance.
• Demonstrate a genuine commitment to the University’s vision, mission and values and the wider social purpose of health sciences education and clinical services.

PUBLICITY & MARKETING VOLUNTEER

Across the UK, our 65 local branches work with disabled people to help them live the lives they choose. Our network of skilled volunteers respond to thousands of requests each year to design and make customised equipment free of charge.

Our Publicity & Marketing volunteers play an essential role in publicising and raising awareness of their local branch’s activities.

What the role involves

This is a varied role that each branch tends to do a bit differently, but it will involve:

• Collecting case studies from the clients we help

• Writing stories for the local press

• Distributing literature

• Arranging talks

• Working with the Central Team to promote panel activities

We can support you to develop the skills you need for this role, and there’s an induction that covers all the areas above. You’ll also have chance to discuss your role and any additional needs with us.

What you’ll need for this role

• Confident using Microsoft Office, the internet and email

• Confident using social media platforms

• Warm, approachable and confident to engage with clients to gather their story

• Able to follow REMAP policies and procedures

• Able to apply disability, equality, and inclusion practices

• Able to keep people’s personal details safe

• A commitment to our values

You’ll also need to complete the induction checklist and some online training.

If it works better for you, there’s a possibility this role could be done remotely.

Why volunteer

When you volunteer with us, you join a community of committed people with a passion for helping to improve the lives of others. We’re a volunteer led organisation and we couldn’t do what we do without your hard work, skills and commitment.

N.B. We’ll reimburse any out-of-pocket expenses during your time with us.

Position: Treasurer / Trustee 

Term: 3 years 

Location: United Kingdom

Who we are:

iProbono is a global organisation with a mission to enable people to access their rights in pursuit of a just society. It is a UK-registered charity and a company limited by guarantee – with a strong presence across South Asia (Bangladesh, Sri Lanka, Nepal and Pakistan), an administrative hub in the UK and a cooperative relationship with iProbono (India) Legal Services which is registered in India.

We are driven by the belief that justice must be inclusive. We do this by representing people in need, strengthening the impact of civil society and advocating for policies that promote equality and end discrimination.

What are we looking for?

iProbono seeking a Treasurer, a new Trustee who will strengthen our dynamic governance board and help shape the next chapter of our growth. Our Trustees work with a leadership team that values creativity, empathy, and pragmatism in delivering justice solutions to the most vulnerable people in our communities. As Treasurer, you will provide strategic financial oversight, ensure sound governance, and support the organisation’s long-term sustainability. Trustees are directors of the company.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide strategic oversight of financial management and sustainability.
• Serve as Chair of the Finance Committee, working closely with the CEO, senior management and external auditors.
• Ensure compliance with financial, legal, and governance responsibilities in line with charity and company law.
• Support the leadership team in setting and monitoring budgets and managing financial risks.
• Contribute to the overall strategic direction of iProbono as an active Board member.

Person Specification

Essential

• Accounting qualification from a recognised UK body (e.g. ICAEW, ICAS, ACCA, or CIMA).
• Experience in financial management, auditing, or charity finance, ideally within an international or non-profit context.
• Experience serving on the Board of a civil society organisation, with close involvement in governance, finance, or legal oversight.
• Understanding of or experience working in the Global South, particularly South Asia.

Desirable

• Experience working with fundraising professionals, knowledge of donor landscapes, or the ability to open doors to new funding opportunities.
• Interest or experience in the fields of justice, legal empowerment, and capacity-building.

Commitment:

Our Treasurer should be based in the United Kingdom is expected to attend:

• Four quarterly Board meetings in London;
• Four Finance Committee meetings in London; and
• One annual strategy day.

Some Board meetings may be attended virtually. This is a voluntary position and reasonable travel expenses are covered for those travelling from outside London to attend meetings.

Focus Group Volunteer - Neurodiversity 

EQOL is a new charity creating practical services to improve everyday quality of life for neurodivergent adults.

Before we launch, we want to listen.

We’re looking for neurodivergent adults aged 20–40 (diagnosed, self-identified, or questioning) to take part in small, online focus groups. These sessions will help shape services around work, life admin, energy, relationships, and navigating everyday systems.

What’s involved

• One online focus group (75–90 minutes)
• Small group (5–7 people)
• Camera optional, no pressure to speak
• This is not therapy or assessment

Who can take part

• Aged 20–40
• Neurodivergent (diagnosed or not)
• Based in the UK
• No preparation needed

What you’ll get

• Gift / voucher as a thank-you for your time
• A chance to directly influence what EQOL builds and what we don’t

Your voice will help shape services built for adult neurodivergent life.

This role is advertised as part of TPP's Free Giving Back Services. This volunteer advertisement copy has been supplied to TPP and applicants apply direct to the organisation. Please contact the organisation directly if you have any questions about this volunteer role.

London Plus is looking for two new trustees who are passionate about strengthening London’s civil society. We play a unique role -  championing the role of charities and community groups in helping London and Londoners thrive.

We are particularly looking for Trustees with experience in the voluntary and community sector but you don’t need to have been a Trustee previously. We actively welcome applications from candidates who reflect the diversity of London’s communities.

This is a wonderful opportunity to give back, to support us in our work to strengthen London’s voluntary sector, to get valuable board experience and to work alongside our committed trustees and staff.