Volunteer roles
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Youth Helpers work directly with young people in St John Ambulance Badger Setts and Cadet Units. By supporting our Youth Leaders to deliver a sessions across our range of programmes. In this role, you'll support the learning and development of young people into the next generation of health citizens. Youth Helpers also help young people develop their confidence, teamwork skills, self-discipline, and generally encourage them to strive to be the best they can be, as well as supervise and support other adult volunteers in their team.
You’ll get a huge sense of satisfaction and pride delivering an essential service. It’s great for you, great for your community and great for our nation, and it requires only a small commitment of your time.
Closing date for these opportunities is: 15/02/2026
We'll invite you for a friendly chat to get to know you better and see how your skills and passion align with working with young people.
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Cadet Group Leaders work directly with young people in St John Ambulance Badger Setts and Cadet Units. By organising a mixed weekly programme, this role will support the learning and development of young people into the next generation of healthy citizens. Youth Leaders also help young people develop their confidence, teamwork skills, and self-discipline, and generally encourage them to strive to be the best they can be, as well as supervise and support other adult volunteers in their team.
You’ll get a huge sense of satisfaction and pride delivering an essential service. It’s great for you, great for your community and great for our nation, and it requires only a small commitment of your time.
Closing date for these opportunities is: 28/01/2026.
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Volunteer Trustee
MINDSET Charity
Who We Are
MINDSET Charity is a brand new start-up, volunteer‑run organisation dedicated to transforming men’s lives across England. We will support men on their journeys of mental wellbeing and self‑improvement through workshops, creative programmes, community‑based activities, and online groups.
We are building a movement rooted in resilience, dignity, and brotherhood. As we grow, we are seeking an additional Trustee to join our Board and help guide us through our start‑up journey.
We are especially keen to welcome a woman or someone from an ethnic minority background, to ensure our leadership reflects the diversity of the communities we serve.
The Role of Trustee
As a Volunteer Trustee, you will play a vital role in shaping the direction, culture, and governance of MINDSET Charity. You will:
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Contribute to strategic decision‑making as we build and grow a national movement.
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Support the development of strong governance, ensuring the charity is legally sound and mission‑aligned.
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Bring your perspective, lived experience, and insight to help us serve diverse communities with dignity and relevance.
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Work collaboratively with fellow Trustees — many of whom are first‑time board members — in a supportive, positive environment.
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Champion our mission and help strengthen our credibility, partnerships, and long‑term impact.
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Offer guidance, challenge, and encouragement as we navigate the early stages of building a charity from the ground up.
This is a volunteer role — but your voice, experience, and leadership will help shape the future of a national movement.
Who We’re Looking For
We welcome applications from people who share our passion for men’s mental wellbeing and want to help build something meaningful.
You do not need previous Trustee experience — we value heart, insight, and commitment just as much as governance knowledge.
We are especially encouraging applications from:
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Women
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People from ethnic minority backgrounds
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Individuals who bring perspectives currently underrepresented on our Board
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Those with fundraising/grant writing experience
What matters most is your ability to:
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Think strategically and contribute to meaningful discussions
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Bring your lived experience and insight to our mission
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Work collaboratively and respectfully with a diverse team
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Support a start‑up charity with enthusiasm, curiosity, and commitment
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Keep our mission and beneficiaries at the heart of every decision
If you want to help shape a charity at its foundation stage, this role will feel deeply rewarding.
Why Join Us
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Play a key role in shaping a pioneering charity from the ground up.
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Join a supportive Board united by purpose, dignity, and brotherhood.
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Bring your voice and perspective to a movement that values diversity and inclusion.
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See your leadership directly impact men and communities across England.
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Help build a legacy that will last for years to come.
How to Apply
If you’re ready to bring your insight, passion, and leadership to MINDSET Charity — and help guide us through our start‑up journey — we would love to hear from you.
This is more than governance. It’s representation, leadership, and movement‑building. Join us, and help shape the future of MINDSET.
To empower men across England to take charge of their mental wellbeing and personal growth through connection, conversation, and community.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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Volunteer Executive Assistant & Office Manager
MINDSET Charity
Who We Are
MINDSET Charity is a brand new, volunteer‑run organisation dedicated to transforming men’s lives across England. We will support men on their journeys of mental wellbeing and self‑improvement through workshops, creative programmes, community‑based activities, and online groups.
We are building a movement rooted in resilience, dignity, and brotherhood. As we grow, we are seeking a highly organised, proactive, and solution‑focused Executive Assistant & Office Manager to keep our administrative and operational functions running smoothly.
This is a remote role — perfect for someone who thrives on structure, efficiency, and supporting a mission‑driven team.
The Role of Executive Assistant & Office Manager
As our Volunteer Executive Assistant & Office Manager, you will be the organisational engine behind the charity. You will:
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Provide direct administrative support to the Founder/Executive Director.
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Manage calendars, emails, scheduling, and day‑to‑day coordination.
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Keep our digital office organised — documents, folders, systems, and processes.
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Ensure meetings are well‑prepared, with agendas, papers, and follow‑up actions clearly managed.
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Support volunteer onboarding and internal communications.
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Troubleshoot operational challenges with a calm, solution‑focused mindset.
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Maintain smooth internal workflows so the wider team can focus on impact.
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Help build the administrative foundations of a start‑up charity from the ground up.
This is a volunteer role — but your organisation, clarity, and reliability will be essential to our success.
Who We’re Looking For
We welcome applications from people who share our passion for men’s mental wellbeing and want to support a growing charity.
You may have experience as an Executive Assistant, Office Manager, Administrator, or Coordinator — but what matters most is your ability to:
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Stay organised and keep others organised
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Work efficiently and independently in a remote environment
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Communicate clearly and professionally
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Solve problems with initiative and calm
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Bring structure to a fast‑moving start‑up charity
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Support leadership with reliability, discretion, and positivity
If you love order, systems, and helping a mission‑driven team thrive, this role will suit you perfectly.
Why Join Us
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Play a key role in shaping a pioneering charity at its foundation stage.
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Support the Founder/Executive Director and help build strong internal systems.
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See your work directly contribute to stability, clarity, and long‑term impact.
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Join a passionate team united by vision, dignity, and brotherhood.
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Help build a movement that empowers men across England.
How to Apply
If you’re ready to bring structure, efficiency, and steady support to MINDSET Charity — and help build the foundations of a national movement — we would love to hear from you.
This is more than administration. It’s stewardship, organisation, and movement‑building. Join us, and help shape the future of MINDSET.
To empower men across England to take charge of their mental wellbeing and personal growth through connection, conversation, and community.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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Volunteer Secretary Trustee
MINDSET Charity
Who We Are
MINDSET Charity is a brand new, volunteer‑run organisation dedicated to transforming men’s lives across England. We will support men on their journeys of mental wellbeing and self‑improvement through workshops, creative programmes, community‑based activities, and online groups.
We are building a movement rooted in resilience, dignity, and brotherhood. As our Board of Trustees grows — many of whom are first‑time Trustees — we are seeking a dedicated, organised, and supportive Secretary Trustee to help keep our governance strong and our meetings running smoothly.
This is a vital role at the heart of our charity’s foundation.
The Role of Secretary Trustee
As our Volunteer Secretary Trustee, you will be the organisational anchor of the Board. You will:
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Take clear, accurate minutes during Board and committee meetings.
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Maintain essential records, documents, and governance files.
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Support the Chair in planning, scheduling, and organising meetings.
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Prepare and circulate agendas, papers, and follow‑up actions.
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Ensure the Board operates smoothly, efficiently, and in line with good governance.
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Help Trustees — many of them new to governance — stay informed, confident, and supported.
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Keep track of key deadlines, decisions, and compliance requirements.
This is a volunteer role — but your structure, clarity, and reliability will be the backbone of our Board’s effectiveness.
Who We’re Looking For
We welcome applications from people who share our passion for men’s mental wellbeing and want to support a growing charity.
You may have experience in administration, governance, office management, or team coordination — but what matters most is your ability to:
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Stay organised and keep others organised
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Communicate clearly and professionally
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Take accurate notes and manage documents with care
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Support the Chair and Board with calm, steady reliability
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Bring a positive, team‑focused spirit to meetings
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Help create a smooth, supportive environment for first‑time Trustees
If you enjoy structure, clarity, and being the person who keeps everything running, this role will suit you beautifully.
Why Join Us
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Play a key role in shaping a pioneering charity at its foundation stage.
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Support a passionate Board united by vision, purpose, and brotherhood.
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Strengthen the governance of a movement dedicated to men’s wellbeing.
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See your work directly contribute to stability, clarity, and long‑term impact.
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Join a team that values dignity, resilience, and community.
How to Apply
If you’re ready to bring structure, clarity, and steady leadership to our Board — and help build the future of MINDSET Charity — we would love to hear from you.
This is more than administration. It’s stewardship, teamwork, and movement‑building. Join us, and help shape the future of MINDSET.
To empower men across England to take charge of their mental wellbeing and personal growth through connection, conversation, and community.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Actively Interviewing
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Who We Are
MINDSET Charity is a brand new start-up, volunteer‑run organisation dedicated to transforming men’s lives across England. We will support men on their journeys of mental wellbeing and self‑improvement through workshops, creative programmes, community‑based activities, and online groups.
We are building a movement rooted in resilience, dignity, and brotherhood. As we grow from start‑up to national force, we are seeking a dynamic, committed Managing Director to work closely with our Founder/Executive Director and help drive the charity forward.
This is a rare opportunity to shape the systems, culture, and momentum of a charity at the very beginning of its journey.
The Role of Managing Director
As our Volunteer Managing Director, you will play a central role in turning vision into action. You will:
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Work side‑by‑side with the Founder/Executive Director to lead, shape, and grow the charity.
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Oversee day‑to‑day operations, ensuring programmes, volunteers, and systems run smoothly and effectively.
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Drive forward key strategic priorities, helping transform ideas into sustainable, impactful initiatives.
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Build and support a positive, motivated volunteer team culture rooted in trust, clarity, and shared purpose.
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Strengthen internal processes, governance, and organisational structure as we scale.
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Support fundraising, partnerships, and external relationships that amplify our mission.
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Troubleshoot challenges with calm, creativity, and a solutions‑focused mindset.
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Represent the charity when needed, championing our values and strengthening our credibility.
This is a volunteer role — but your leadership will directly shape the growth, stability, and long‑term success of a national movement.
Who We’re Looking For
We welcome applications from leaders who share our passion for men’s mental wellbeing and believe in the power of community.
You may have experience in charity leadership, operations, management, or start‑up environments — but what matters most is your ability to:
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Lead with empathy, clarity, and confidence
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Build strong, positive relationships across a volunteer team
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Bring structure, organisation, and momentum to a growing charity
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Work collaboratively with a Founder/Executive Director in a fast‑moving environment
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Navigate challenges with resilience and strategic thinking
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Inspire others and keep the mission at the heart of every decision
If you thrive in building something meaningful from the ground up, this role will energise you.
Why Join Us
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Play a defining role in shaping a pioneering charity at its foundation stage.
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Work closely with the Founder/Executive Director to build a national movement.
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Lead with purpose, impact, and creativity.
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See your work directly empower men and communities across England.
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Join a team united by vision, dignity, and brotherhood.
How to Apply
If you’re ready to help lead MINDSET Charity into its next chapter — driving growth, strengthening operations, and building a movement — we would love to hear from you.
This is more than management. It’s leadership, culture‑building, and movement‑building. Join us, and help shape the future of MINDSET.
To empower men across England to take charge of their mental wellbeing and personal growth through connection, conversation, and community.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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Who We Are
MINDSET Charity is a new, volunteer-run organisation dedicated to transforming men’s lives across England. We support men on their journeys of mental wellbeing and self-improvement through workshops, creative programmes, and community-based activities, as well as online resources and groups. From role play and storytelling to arts, crafts, and woodwork, we create spaces where men can open up, connect, and grow without judgment.
We are building a movement of resilience, dignity, and brotherhood. To bring this vision to life, we need a talented Graphic Designer to shape our visual identity and inspire communities nationwide.
The Role of Graphic Designer
We have our amazing logo and we have our amazing brand, now we need an amazing Volunteer Graphic Designer, who can help us put this into practice and create one or more designs to help get us recognised and on the map, you will:
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Create impactful positive and engaging social media assets that amplify our message, tell our story and get us recognised.
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Design event banners, brochures, and business stationery that embody our values and puts us on the map.
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Develop info and motion graphics that make complex ideas accessible and engaging.
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Contribute to an introduction video that tells our story with clarity and emotional resonance.
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Help establish a consistent, dignified brand identity across all platforms.
This is a volunteer role, but your creativity will leave a lasting legacy — helping men across England feel seen, supported, and empowered.
Who We’re Looking For
We welcome applications from designers of all backgrounds who share our passion for men’s mental wellbeing. Whether you’re an experienced professional or an emerging creative, what matters most is your commitment to using design as a tool for impact. Skills in branding, digital design, motion graphics, or video editing are especially valuable.
Why Join Us
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Be part of a pioneering charity at its foundation stage.
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Shape the visual identity of a national movement.
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See your work directly empower men and communities.
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Collaborate with passionate volunteers united by purpose and vision.
How to Apply
If you’re ready to use your creativity to help build MINDSET Charity’s future, we’d love to hear from you.
This is more than design. It’s a chance to craft the face of a movement — to help men across England rediscover strength, dignity, and hope. Join us, and let’s build MINDSET together.
MINDSET Charity
Empowering men on their Mental Wellbeing and Self Improvement Journey
To empower men across England to take charge of their mental wellbeing and personal growth through connection, conversation, and community.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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Volunteer Chair of the Board of Trustees - MINDSET Charity
Who We Are
MINDSET Charity is a brand new start-up, volunteer‑run organisation dedicated to transforming men’s lives across England. We will support men on their journeys of mental wellbeing and self‑improvement through workshops, creative programmes, community‑based activities, and online groups.
We are building a movement rooted in resilience, dignity, and brotherhood. As we enter our foundation stage, we are seeking a visionary Chair who can guide, inspire, and empower our emerging Board of Trustees — many of whom are stepping into governance for the first time.
This is a rare opportunity to shape the culture, direction, and legacy of a charity at the very beginning of its journey.
The Role of Chair of the Board of Trustees
As our Volunteer Chair, you will be the driving force behind our governance, culture, and strategic direction. You will:
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Lead and inspire a board of passionate, mostly first‑time Trustees, helping them grow in confidence, clarity, and purpose.
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Create a positive, energising team spirit where every Trustee feels valued, supported, and able to contribute their strengths.
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Guide the board in setting the charity’s strategic vision, ensuring decisions are mission‑aligned and future‑focused.
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Facilitate effective, engaging board meetings that bring out the best in people and move the charity forward.
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Support the development of strong governance practices, ensuring MINDSET is legally sound, transparent, and accountable.
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Act as a trusted partner to the CEO/Founder, offering wisdom, support, and encouragement as we build this movement from the ground up.
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Represent the charity externally when needed, championing our mission and strengthening our credibility.
This is a volunteer role — but your leadership will shape the foundation, culture, and long‑term impact of a national movement.
Who We’re Looking For
We welcome applications from leaders who share our passion for men’s mental wellbeing and believe in the power of community.
You may have experience as a Chair, Trustee, senior leader, or team builder — but what matters most is your ability to:
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Inspire and motivate others
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Bring out the best in a diverse team
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Lead with empathy, clarity, and confidence
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Navigate challenges with calm, strategic thinking
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Build a culture of trust, accountability, and joy
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Guide first‑time Trustees with patience and encouragement
If you thrive on building something meaningful from the ground up, you will feel at home here.
Why Join Us
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Shape the governance, culture, and identity of a pioneering charity at its foundation stage.
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Lead a passionate board united by vision, purpose, and brotherhood.
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Play a central role in improving men’s mental wellbeing across England.
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Be part of a movement that values dignity, resilience, and community.
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Leave a legacy that will impact lives for years to come.
How to Apply
If you’re ready to lead with heart, inspire a new generation of Trustees, and help build the future of MINDSET Charity, we would love to hear from you.
This is more than governance. It’s leadership, culture‑building, and movement‑building. Join us, and help shape the future of MINDSET.
To empower men across England to take charge of their mental wellbeing and personal growth through connection, conversation, and community.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Mountview is one of the UK’s leading drama schools, and we are passionate about developing the next generation of creative talent. In our 80th birthday year, we are excited to invite applications for new trustees to join our Board and help provide strategic direction to the charity.
We are committed to maintaining and strengthening the diversity of our Board and particularly encourage applications from individuals from traditionally under-represented backgrounds, as well as those who live or work locally to our home building in Peckham, South East London. Applicants should have knowledge of, or a strong interest in, the performing arts and education.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
As a Co-opted Committee Member (CCM) on our Clinical Services Committee, you'll have nursing expertise and want to influence positive change, share your expertise, and help us deliver safe, effective, and compassionate care. This is an exciting opportunity to bring your skills and experience to help shape and oversee our clinical services.
A CCM is not a board member but an opportunity to contribute your specific professional expertise without the commitment or responsibility of a full trustee.
You will:
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Provide independent advice and scrutiny on clinical governance and service delivery.
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Support the committee in ensuring high standards of patient care and compliance with best practice.
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Bring your professional insight to inform decision-making and strategic planning.
What we're looking for:
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A proven commitment to improving palliative and end-of life care
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A senior registered nurse with experience in clinical practice and healthcare leadership.
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Strong understanding of clinical governance, patient safety, and quality improvement.
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Commitment to our mission and values, with the ability to work collaboratively.
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Knowledge of the national healthcare landscape
The role is voluntary, with a commitment of approximately 4 meetings per year.
Closing date: Monday 2 February 17:00
Interview date: Monday 9 February - morning
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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The Children's Book Project is a national charity on a mission to tackle book poverty. We passionately believe that every child should have the opportunity to own a book and have, in the last year, celebrated gifting our 1 millionth book! We are looking for some wonderful volunteers to help us in managing book sorting and packing with a range of amazing corporate volunteers at our three HQs in Birmingham, Leeds and London.
We gift beautiful pre-loved and new books to schools and we gift within prison settings in order to reach children who may not otherwise have access to book ownership.
We are looking for volunteers in Birmingham, Leeds and London able to help us in the running of our book sorting days at each of our three HQs. Ideally you will be able to commit to 2-3 days per half term. (We work term-times only). Our hours are 10am - 2:30pm.
We work with a range of amazing corporate volunteer teams who come to organise, sort and then pack our books in preparation for delivery. These corporate days are always full of energy and fun and we are looking for energetic and passionate people to support these events as Volunteer Coordinators - helping to make sure that there is a warm welcome, a clear plan for the day and that our one-off visitors can contribute productively.
What is required:
- On average, a commitment to 2 days per half term
- Flexibility to travel to your local HQ for sorting and corporate volunteering days
- A can-do attitude and enjoyment of working as part of a team.
In return, you’ll get to be part of an extraordinary family of volunteers as we make a real and lasting difference to young lives – there is almost an immeasurable benefit to empowering a child to read for pleasure and we believe that no child should be denied access to a book through poverty. We would love your support!
The Children’s Book Project is a national grassroots charity on a mission to end book poverty.



The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
BOARD MEMBER – EAST MIDLANDS, VOLUNTARY, FULL EXPENSES REIMBURSED
· Do you want to be a part of a vibrant and ambitious charity that delivers services to homeless people and others with a range of support needs?
· Do you have expertise in Housing or Finance?
· Do you have ambition to Chair a Board Committee?
· Do you want to contribute to the strategic direction of our successful and expanding organisation?
· Do you have a strong social conscience and the commitment to make a difference?
· If you have the motivation, vision and enthusiasm to join us in this exciting and challenging role, apply today!
Who Are We?
Framework is a registered charity delivering housing support, health, and employment services to people with a diverse range of needs. We assist rough sleepers and those who need help to keep their home. We support excluded youngsters as they make their way into adulthood and those starting or returning to work. We provide access to treatment for people with mental health issues and those using alcohol or substances, and we join up services for homeless people with multiple and complex needs.
Our 70 services across Derbyshire, Leicestershire, Lincolnshire, Nottingham, Nottinghamshire and Sheffield support more than 18,000 people each year and accommodate more than 1,300 people at any one time. Responding to their needs, respecting their choices and empowering them to achieve, we aim to make life better for our service users and those around them.
What We’re Looking For:
We are particularly keen to hear from people with expertise in Housing and Finance a finance/accounting qualification is essential). At least two successful candidates will also become members of the Audit and Risk Management Committee (ARM), with one having future aspirations to become the Chair of the ARM Committee.
By joining our Board of Trustees, you will be working alongside the Senior Leadership Team to navigate an external environment that is challenging and continually changing: budgets for support services have been drastically cut so we have to think carefully about how to create efficiency without compromising on quality.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Volunteering for Sense
Our amazing team of volunteers help us run over 100 shops across England and Wales. Every donated item that you sort, prepare and sell helps to raise vital funds to support us in our mission to make sure no one, no matter how complex their disabilities, is isolated, left out, or unable to fulfil their potential. Our shops are at the heart of local communities – sharing the work of Sense, and helping to secure support for our life changing work.
What your role will involve
There are a variety of tasks that you can get involved with in the shop, including:
- Welcoming and assisting customers, providing great customer service and a fantastic shopping experience
- Receiving donated goods from members of the public
- Sorting, steaming, tagging and preparing donated goods for sale
- Creating eye catching window and in-shop displays
- Keeping the shop floor well stocked, tidy, clean and organised
- Processing sales and serving on the till
- Promoting Gift Aid and other Sense fundraising initiatives
- Acting as an ambassador for Sense; promoting the shop and Sense in your local community
- Supporting with the recruitment and training of new volunteers
- Following new health and safety measures to ensure the safety of everyone
Will the role suit me? Yes, if you are:
- Motivated and hardworking
- Reliable, flexible and willing to do a variety of shop tasks
- A team player
- Friendly and helpful
- Passionate about customer service and enjoy interacting with people
- Respectful of others and their diversity
- Interested in supporting the work of Sense and want to make a difference to people who have complex disabilities and are deafblind.
What can Sense offer me as a volunteer?
- A full induction and ongoing support and guidance from your Shop Manager to make sure you feel confident in your role
- Support to develop new skills, knowledge and experience, in particular of a retail environment, but also skills such as teamwork, customer service, communication and using your initiative
- A reference for other paid or voluntary work (available on request)
- The opportunity to share your existing skills and experience to benefit others
- The chance to meet new people from a wide range of backgrounds and to join a passionate and committed team
- The opportunity to make an invaluable contribution to Sense by raising vital income and raising the profile of Sense in your local community; changing the lives of those who have complex disabilities and are deafblind
About Sense
For everyone living with complex disabilities. For everyone who is deafblind. Sense is here to offer personalised support to help people communicate and experience the world. We believe that no one, no matter how complex their disabilities, should be isolated, left out, or unable to fulfil their potential. Our experts offer support that’s tailored to the individual needs of each person, whether that’s at our centres, through our holidays and short breaks, or in people’s own homes. In addition to practical support, we also provide information to families, and campaign for the rights of people with complex disabilities to take part in life.
Volunteers add real value to Sense, bringing their passion, enthusiasm and fresh perspectives to the work that we do. We believe that volunteers enable us to bring people together, and provide opportunities for people with complex disabilities to communicate and experience the world.
We include. We collaborate. We find a way. We challenge. We celebrate.
We believe that every disabled person should have the opportunity to connect with others and be included in the world.



As a Trustee, you'll have expertise in HR and want to use your skills to make a real impact, influence positive change, and help us deliver our vision for the future.
You will:
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Contribute to the governance and oversight of the organisation.
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Provide a strategic perspective on HR matters, including workforce planning, policies, and compliance.
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Support the Board in ensuring best practice in people management and organisational development.
What we're looking for:
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Someone who will bring energy, enthusiasm, and commitment to the role, and who will broaden the diversity of thinking on our board
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Proven experience in HR leadership or senior advisory roles.
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Strong understanding of employment law, HR strategy, and organisational culture.
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Experience in improving equity, diversity and inclusion in the workplace
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Commitment to our mission and values, with the ability to work collaboratively.
The role is voluntary, with a commitment of approximately 4-6 hours per month.
Closing date: Monday 2 February 17:00
Interview date: Tuesday 10 February - morning
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Individually and as part of the Trustee team to be the ‘guardians of charitable purpose’, making sure that all Board and Committee decisions put the needs of the beneficiaries first; safeguard the charity’s assets – both physical assets, including property, and intangible ones, such as its reputation ensuring these assets are used well, and in ensuring that the charity is run sustainably.
To act reasonably and prudently in all matters relating to the charity and always bear the interests of The Hospice of St Francis in mind.
In certain circumstances, provide high-level entry to other organisations and institutions to which the charity might not otherwise have access, to further the interests of the beneficiaries of the charity
Individually and as part of the Trustee team to be the ‘guardians of charitable purpose’, making sure that all Board and Committee decisions put the needs of the beneficiaries first; safeguard the charity’s assets – both physical assets, including property, and intangible ones, such as its reputation ensuring these assets are used well, and in ensuring that the charity is run sustainably.
To act reasonably and prudently in all matters relating to the charity and always bear the interests of The Hospice of St Francis in mind.
In certain circumstances, provide high-level entry to other organisations and institutions to which the charity might not otherwise have access, to further the interests of the beneficiaries of the charity
Main duties and Responsibilities:
· Set and maintain vision, mission and values
· Develop strategy, set overall policy, define strategic objectives and evaluating performance against agreed targets
· Assure continuous compliance with the legal and regulatory standards governing the operation of the charity, the charity governing document and any other relevant legislation, updating the articles of association as required.
· Assure proper financial control and ensure the application of resources is exclusively in pursuance of the charitable objects i.e. the charity must not spend money on activities that are not included in its objects, no matter how worthwhile or charitable those activities are
· Assure the effective and efficient administration of the charity including funding, insurance and premises
· Assure that The Hospice of St Francis pursues its objects as defined in its governing document (e.g. the promotion of any charitable purpose for the benefit of the community in the district of providing palliative care at the Hospice, at patients home, in our Spring Centre and in the community, and in particular the advancement of education, the protection of health and the relief of distress and sickness)
· Assure employment procedures and policy and procedures for volunteering are compliant with legislation and regulation, subject to regular review and support the fulfilment of strategic objectives
· Assure risk assessments for all aspects of the business are carried out including accurate and timely reporting using the format of risk registers
· To contribute to, assure and maintain effective performance of the Board and Committees, including systems and processes for external assessment of these arrangements
· Support the CEO and Executive Team to fulfil their delegated responsibilities and hold them to account for delivery of strategic objectives
· To attend Board meetings quarterly, up to two Board awaydays annually and serve as a member of up to two Committees.
· Operate as a member of the Board of Trustees
· Able to be registered as a Directors of the Charity at Companies House, sharing ultimate responsibility for governing the charity and directing how it is managed and run.
· Act as an ambassador supporting the work of the Hospice in generating income and in its relationship with the communities served.
Term of Office
Appointments are made on an initial 4 year term, with annual appraisal, with the option to serve a second term.
Where a Trustee has completed two terms and is selected as Chair of the Board of Trustees, or asked to undertake specific project work their term of office will be reset by People Governance Committee and ratified at the AGM.
The Hospice of St Francis helps local people and their families, in Hertfordshire and Buckinghamshire, to live their precious lives well.



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