Volunteer roles
Derby College Group seek a new Governor with audit expertise to help push forward its mission to enrich lives and create bright futures for all.
Applications close: 9 a.m. Monday 16th February 2026
Location: Derby
Time commitment: 5 board meetings per year
About Derby College Group
Derby College Group (DCG) is the 18th largest college in the country, supporting 54% of learners in Derby City and its surrounding area. The vision of Derby College Group (DCG) is to create world-class, accessible education opportunities that enrich lives and make bright futures a reality for all. DCG is committed to providing educational excellence, championing social mobility and driving economic prosperity.
DCG delivers high-quality academic, vocational and technical education that empowers people to achieve their ambitions while providing employers across the Midlands and beyond with the talented workforce of tomorrow.
Through a dynamic and responsive curriculum, it predicts and serves the needs of its business and civic communities. Students of all ages and backgrounds are prepared for positive destinations in the next stage of their lives, whether that be further study, the world of work, entrepreneurship or independent living. They leave DCG ready to contribute to society as responsible citizens.
The Group’s portfolio of educational programmes and skills solutions is underpinned by thriving partnerships with employers, shaped by comprehensive market intelligence and informed by liaison with key stakeholders such as the East Midlands Combined Authority.
A truly diverse organisation, the Group comprises four Colleges – the Roundhouse, the Joseph Wright Centre, Broomfield Hall, and the Community College, Ilkeston. Every year it caters for thousands of learners spanning post-16 students pursuing academic and technical pathways, apprentices at all levels, higher education students, and adults seeking career progression, upskilling and reskilling.
About the roles
Being a Governor in the FE sector is like no other voluntary role. At Derby College Group, you will be a member of the Board of Corporation led by our Chair, Andrew Cochrane, contributing to the overall responsibilities of the Board, which include:
The preservation and development of the educational character and mission of the Group and oversight of its activities:
- Setting and communicating the Group’s strategy and goals.
- Exercising effective control to ensure that funds and assets are protected, the organisation remains solvent and legal obligations are met.
- Holding executive leaders to account for the educational performance and quality of the college and for the performance of staff.
The DCG Corporation structure consists of five Board meetings per year with all Governors attending and a number of specific committees, including Curriculum Performance, Audit, Finance & Resources and Strategy & Curriculum Planning, feeding into the main Board.
Who we are looking for
As a member of the Corporation and Audit Committee, you will attend all Board meetings as well as the Audit Committee meetings.
We seek someone ideally with a regulatory background, an active interest in further education, and someone with strategic awareness experience and understanding, as well as critical reasoning skills and the ability to engage in board-level discussions and decision-making.
Most importantly, you will be passionate about the power of education at all stages in life and will have an understanding of the area, both the City of Derby and the wider East Midlands.
You will also be a team player and a critical thinker, using these skills to work closely with other Governors to continue to drive forward the success of the College for students and the City of Derby.
Peridot Partners and Derby College Group are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people, and our client expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. The successful candidates will be subject to an enhanced DBS check and satisfactory references before any final offer can be made.
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Applications for these roles close at 9 a.m. Monday 16th February 2026.
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Inclusive Boards is delighted to support Bowel Cancer UK in their search to appoint three new Trustees.
Bowel Cancer UK is the UK’s leading bowel cancer charity. They support and fund targeted research, provide expert information and support to patients and their families, educate the public and professionals about the disease, and campaign for early diagnosis and access to best treatment and care.
Bowel Cancer UK is entering a defining period for the charity. Their strategy places bold focus on early diagnosis, improved treatment and care, accelerating research, and ensuring that every voice—especially those less often heard—shapes their direction.
About the Trustee opportunities:
We are seeking three talented and committed Trustees with a particularly interested in hearing from candidates with experience in one or more of the following areas:
- Professional healthcare (not only medics) with experience in research and caring for bowel cancer patients
- Fundraising / income generation
The charity is also keen for the Board to reflect more fully the UK-wide nature of their role and work, noting particularly that they don’t currently have a Board Member from Wales, as well as groups disproportionately affected by bowel cancer. For example, research shows that:
- Women are more likely than men to be diagnosed with bowel cancer in an emergency setting. These are often at a later stage, when bowel cancer is harder to treat.
- Black people are more likely than white people to be diagnosed in an emergency setting, when bowel cancer is harder to treat.
- People from ethnic minority groups have a lower participation rate in the bowel cancer screening programme than white people.
Bowel Cancer UK is committed to widening the diversity of the Board to reflect a broad and inclusive range of backgrounds and skills, and would welcome applicants who reflect the diverse communities that they serve.
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Our partner is a Europe-based international development organisation seeking to strengthen the effectiveness of its procurement, contracting and invoice approval processes. Following recent organisational restructuring and funding pressures, the organisation aims to become leaner and more efficient while maintaining strong financial controls.
They are seeking an experienced finance professional to provide an independent review of existing workflows and offer practical recommendations to improve implementation, efficiency and clarity. This support will contribute directly to stronger governance, better use of limited resources and improved operational resilience.
Key areas of support include:
- Reviewing the end-to-end procurement workflow, from purchase request through to supplier acceptance
- Assessing contracting processes, including contract templates and review/signing procedures (non-legal)
- Advising on delegation of authority arrangements, including thresholds and approval levels
- Reviewing invoice processing and approval workflows, including the use of integrated digital tools
- Helping balance control requirements with operational efficiency
The work will be undertaken in close collaboration with the Finance and Legal teams and will help inform parallel work to automate procurement and contracting workflows. Depending on the outcome of the review, and experience of both the partner and finance professional, they might seek additional support in revising and updating their Procurement Policy.
Profile
The ideal individual will have experience in procurement and contracting, ideally within an international organisation, either for profit or not for profit. A strong understanding of financial controls, risk management and process design is essential. This role would suit someone who enjoys reviewing systems, identifying practical improvements and working collaboratively with internal teams.
Nature of the role & time commitment
This is a pro bono role.The assignment is flexible and can be completed remotely. The total expected commitment is approximately 25 hours, extended if it is to include working on the procurement policy, delivered 2-4 hours a week. The work is expected to start by mid- to late-January 2026 and be completed by the end of the first quarter.
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Our partner is an NGO working in a low-resource, cash-based operating environment in Zimbabwe to deliver education and livelihoods programmes. With most financial transactions managed manually and limited digital banking infrastructure, the organisation is seeking to strengthen its finance systems to support transparency, accountability, and long-term sustainability.
They are looking for a pro bono finance professional to provide targeted finance expertise that will help improve how cash is managed, tracked, and reported, while also strengthening the organisation’s ability to tell its story through clearer, more meaningful financial reporting. This support will directly contribute to stronger decision-making, increased funder confidence, and more resilient operations on the ground.
Key areas of support include:
- Reviewing current cash handling and reconciliation processes and identifying practical improvements
- Sharing best practices for managing high volumes of cash transactions in non-digital environments
- Reviewing existing financial reporting and suggesting NGO-relevant KPIs that better reflect impact and operational performance
- Providing realistic, context-appropriate recommendations that can be implemented by a small leadership team
The volunteer will work closely with senior leadership, supporting finance and operations colleagues to strengthen systems that underpin programme delivery.
Volunteer profile:
The ideal volunteer will have a strong foundation in finance, through professional qualification or relevant experience. Experience working with NGOs and/or in cash-based or developing country contexts would be highly valued. The role would suit someone who enjoys translating technical finance concepts into practical, usable guidance.
Natuore of the role & time commitment:
This is a pro bono role. The assignment is flexible, starting in late January or early February, 2026, requiring approximately 2 hours per week over 1–2 months, with a total commitment of around 15–25 hours.
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Are you passionate about community health and the vital link between food, nutrition and health inequalities? Edinburgh Community Food is seeking committed individuals to join our Board of Trustees and help drive lasting change.
As a trustee, you’ll support strategic direction, ensure good governance, and contribute to our mission of making nutrition accessible and reducing health inequalities.
Now is an exciting time to get involved. We’re one year into our five-year strategy, Equity in Nutrition, and preparing to celebrate our 30th anniversary in 2026. We have a very skilled and motivated Board, and an effective Leadership Team in place led by Brenda Black, CEO, who is driving change and transformation.
Edinburgh Community Food is a registered charity and Company Limited by Guarantee. Trustees (Directors) oversee financial and operational performance, support and challenge the Management Team, and help bring our vision to life.
As we grow our impact, we are seeking new trustees who bring expertise and passion to help us navigate the next stage of our journey.
We are particularly looking for individuals with experience in one or more of the following areas:
Financial Leadership
Strong financial acumen to guide strategic decisions, ensure robust governance, and help us plan for sustainable growth.
Procurement & Contracting
Knowledge of public and private sector contracting to support us in securing new partnerships and delivering value through ethical, efficient procurement.
Sustainable Practices
Insight into sustainable sourcing, production, and distribution, carbon literacy or climate change to help us champion practices that protect the planet while promoting healthier diets.
Who We’re Looking For
We’re looking for people who:
- Are effective communicators with strong interpersonal skills
- Can work collaboratively with diverse stakeholders
- Are willing to contribute time, expertise, and energy to board activities, sub-committees, and working groups
Edinburgh Community Food create accessible and inclusive communities, and this continues to our Director appointments. We invite anyone with lived experience in the areas of our work, people from marginalised and under-represented communities, or anyone who is passionate about food and health inequalities and making a difference in your community to get in touch.
The Commitment
We’re looking for people who will;
- Prepare for, attend, and actively participate in monthly online board meetings. A quarter of which are in-person.
- Contribute fully to one or more committees or sub-groups.
- Attend events run by Edinburgh Community Food e.g. our Annual General Meeting, Community Events, as well as supporting the broader activity of the organisation from time to time.
- Share their skills and experience for the benefit of the organisation either by delivering tasks, or knowledge sharing.
In return, we offer the chance to join an inclusive and collaborative board, with access to networking and training opportunities. You’ll play a key role in driving change—helping to make Healthier Food, Healthier Lives, and Healthier Futures the norm in Edinburgh and beyond.
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Department: Events / Income Generation
Location: Middlesbrough Football Club
Time Requirement:5pm – 12.30am
Date: Saturday 28th March 2026
DBS Check needed? No
Age Requirements: 18 years +
Role Summary:
We’re looking for enthusiastic and friendly volunteers to join our event support team. As a volunteer, you’ll play a key part in creating an enjoyable and memorable experience for our guests. Tasks may include welcoming and directing attendees, assisting with registration and seating, supporting activity areas (such as the casino, photo booth, or auctions), and providing general help throughout the evening.
Key Responsibilities
Welcome guests on arrival with a friendly and professional approach.
Guide guests to seating, activity areas, restrooms, bars and exits as needed.
Support themed event zones (e.g., casino tables, photo booth, raffle/auction areas)
Provide general event information and answer basic guest queries.
Monitor assigned areas to ensure safety, comfort and smooth guest flow.
Communicate any issues or questions promptly to the event manager or supervisor.
Help with the setup and reset of materials, signage, and activity stations where required.
Encourage guest participation in fundraising, raffles or competitions.
Maintain a professional, approachable, and positive attitude throughout the event.
Personal qualities:
Volunteers in this role should demonstrate:
- Compassion and empathy when interacting with guests and fellow volunteers.
- Tact and sensitivity when supporting guests who may need extra assistance or reassurance.
- Excellent communication skills, both in giving clear information and listening attentively.
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team, staying proactive when tasks arise.
- Good attention to detail, ensuring tasks are completed accurately and efficiently.
- Polite and approachable, helping guests feel welcome and valued.
- Professional attitude, maintaining high standards of presentation and behaviour throughout the event.
Training requirements:
As a Annual Ball Volunteer you will complete the following training:
- Teesside Hospice mandatory training
- Volunteer induction training
- Any other training identified as appropriate to the role
Support and supervision:
Your first line of support and for any enquiries will be Tilly Roberts to support you in your role.
Communications:
Tilly Roberts (Events and Community Manager) will regularly provide you with any information updates, training opportunities and upcoming events appropriate to your role.
You will be provided with a Teesside Hospice volunteer badge
Benefits:
- 20% discount off purchases made in our shops.
- Opportunities for training and personal development
- Reimbursement of reasonable travel expenses
- Provided lunch if you volunteer for more than 5 hours per day
- Access to discounts with other retailers and companies
- 10% discount in the Northgate Tea Rooms.
If you're friendly, reliable, and eager to contribute to our cause, we'd love to have you join our team!
Teesside Hospice is committed to eliminating discrimination and values diversity in the workplace.
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.
Location: West Midlands (Dudley, Sandwell and Worcestershire).
Stour Vale Academy Trust is looking for a Trustee to support the strategic development of its thirteen member schools and one day nursery.
Who we are
Since its founding in 2017, Stour Vale Academy Trust has held children and young people at the very heart of all that we do.
We are a multi-academy trust of thirteen member schools and one day nursery located in Dudley, Sandwell and Worcestershire.
Our multi-academy trust developed from collaboration between schools, the significant positive impact of which convinced three schools, two secondary and one primary, that together we would have much greater capacity to improve continuously. Over time, Stour Vale has steadily grown. We began as a cross-phase multi-academy trust and as we have grown, both secondary and primary schools have joined us. As a successful family of schools, delivering high-quality education for the communities we serve, Stour Vale values its diversity. Each school brings its own distinct character, community, history and identity. We celebrate the uniqueness of member schools, recognising that there is a great deal to learn from education in different contexts. This is also the reason why we remain outward-looking, committed to learning from research and excellent practice across the education system.
We intend to continue to grow because we believe that, over time, growth will increase the collective capacity of our family of schools to improve continuously and to provide excellent education and care.
About the role
Trustees at Stour Vale Academy Trust play a critical strategic role in ensuring the Trust delivers high-quality, inclusive education. Working collectively as a Board, Trustees are responsible for setting the Trust’s vision and long-term strategy, holding executive leaders to account for educational performance and operational effectiveness, and ensuring that public funds are used responsibly and in line with statutory requirements.
The role involves contributing to board discussions, serving on one or more committees, and engaging with key areas such as education standards, finance, risk, people, estates, safeguarding and organisational development. Trustees are expected to provide appropriate challenge and support, bringing external perspective, professional expertise and sound judgement to complex decisions.
Trustees act in the best interests of the Trust as a whole rather than any individual school, and are ambassadors for its values and ethos. While previous governance experience is welcome, it is not essential; Stour Vale values trustees who are committed, curious and willing to learn. This is a voluntary role, typically requiring attendance at board and committee meetings, along with preparation time, and offers a meaningful opportunity to influence educational outcomes and contribute to strong, effective governance.
Who we are looking for
Our Board comprises members from varied backgrounds, including education and the public sector, as well as our CEO, Rachel Salter. We are recruiting a new Trustee to the Board who will provide strategic support and help address some of our skill gaps.
We are looking for an individual who is prepared to give up their time to support and advocate, and to use their knowledge and skills to help the executive team and staff maintain Stour Vale’s values and sustain the organisation for future generations.
Most importantly, we want our new Trustee to believe in and align with Stour Vale’s values, and to understand that the role is strategic.
We are open to sector backgrounds, provided you can demonstrate a good understanding of strategic development. However, we are particularly interested to hear from those with skills and experience in:
· Legal
· Finance
· People management and HR
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Applications for this role close at 9 a.m. Monday 2nd February 2026
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Location: Eastbourne, Lewes, Hastings & Newhaven
East Sussex College Group (ESCG) is seeking an inspiring and principled Chair to lead the College Board with integrity, purpose and impact. This is a pivotal role, providing strategic leadership and ensuring strong governance, financial sustainability and high-quality educational outcomes for learners and communities.
Who we are
East Sussex College Group is one of the leading further education providers in the South East, with campuses in Lewes, Eastbourne, Hastings and Newhaven, as well as specialist facilities such as marine workshops. It offers a wide range of pathways, including A-Levels, T-Levels, technical and vocational qualifications, apprenticeships, higher education and professional training for adults. The group’s mission is to empower individuals and communities through exceptional education and skills development, while its vision is to be the first choice for learners and employers by delivering inspirational teaching, state-of-the-art facilities and impactful partnerships.
About the role
As the Board’s lead, the Chair ensures meetings are purposeful, inclusive and focused on the priorities that matter: strategic vision, financial sustainability, high-quality provision and the effective stewardship of public funds.
The Chair sets the tone for constructive challenge, collaborative decision-making and exemplary governance culture. You will guide the Board in shaping the College’s long-term direction, scrutinising performance and driving continuous improvement, with a relentless focus on raising standards and safeguarding assets.
Working closely with the CEO & Principal, Rebecca Conroy and the Director of Governance, Belle Howard, the Chair provides both support and rigour, holding senior leaders to account, leading their appraisals and ensuring robust processes for the management of senior post holders. Between meetings, you will act on delegated authority, lead strategic planning activity and maintain proactive communication across the governance structure.
Who we are looking for
We are seeking an inspiring and principled leader – someone with a genuine passion and enthusiasm for education, community impact and lifelong learning.
You will bring sharp strategic insight, strong financial acumen and the confidence to make sound decisions in complex environments. You will be a creative thinker, act with integrity and demonstrate the highest standards of honesty, diligence and good judgment.
The ideal candidate will be an exceptional communicator who builds positive, productive relationships and knows how to balance support with constructive challenge. You will naturally listen critically, ask the questions that matter and bring a thoughtful, analytical approach to problem-solving. Your leadership style will promote equity, diversity and inclusion, and you will be committed to fostering a culture of continuous improvement and shared best practice.
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Applications for this role close at 9 a.m. Monday 23rd February
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Lead with purpose as Chair of the Board of Governors at Scarborough Sixth Form College, helping to shape the future for young people and the wider community.
Applications close: 9 a.m. Monday 23rd February 2026
Location: Scarborough, North Yorkshire
Time commitment: c. 1 – 2 days per month
About Scarborough Sixth Form College
Set on the beautiful Yorkshire coast, Scarborough Sixth Form College is a thriving centre of post-16 education and ambition set in the heart of the North Yorkshire coast. With around 1,000 students and a modern, spacious campus, the College combines a supportive, inclusive environment with a strong focus on academic achievement, personal growth and future-ready skills.
Our mission is clear: to inspire and educate students so they fulfil their potential, enjoy successful careers and lead fulfilling lives grounded in ambition, integrity, respect and enjoyment; a mission which drives our staff to constantly strive for excellence.
At the heart of our strategy is a commitment to offering a broad, flexible curriculum that empowers students to design a programme tailored to their goals. Students can choose from a diverse range of A Levels, T Levels, Applied General qualifications and GCSEs, which they can mix and match to build a pathway bespoke to their aspirations. This curriculum breadth supports progression into top universities, apprenticeships or employment across a wide variety of sectors.
Scarborough Sixth Form College is a community with an outstanding culture of achievement and progression, continually evolving its offer to meet local and national needs while celebrating student success and aspiration at every turn. Our efforts across our wider delivery and support were recognised by Ofsted in our more recent inspection in 2023 where we were graded as ‘Good’ overall and ‘Outstanding’ for the support we provide to learners with high needs.
About the role
With the current Chair, Rachel Dolby, stepping down after three successful years in the role, we are seeking to appoint a new Chair who can lead our board into the future and work with our leadership team, led by Phil Rumsey, to navigate the challenges and opportunities that will undoubtedly need to be faced in the years ahead.
The Chair of our Governing Body plays a pivotal leadership role at Scarborough Sixth Form College. In this role, you will provide strategic direction, help ensure robust governance and offer principled oversight to ensure the College fulfils its mission and statutory responsibilities.
Working in close partnership with both our Principal and Clerk, the Chair enables the Governing Body to operate effectively, ethically and collaboratively in the best interests of students, staff and the wider community.
Through strong leadership and constructive challenge, the Chair has a significant impact on the long-term sustainability, effectiveness and culture of the College. This is an influential role offering the opportunity to make a lasting difference to educational outcomes and opportunities for young people across the region.
Who we are looking for
You will bring the ability to think strategically, maintaining a clear focus on the College’s medium and long-term objectives and intervening constructively when focus or alignment is lost.
As an effective Chair, you will demonstrate strong judgement and a clear understanding of governance boundaries, respecting the distinct yet complementary roles of governors, the Principal and the senior leadership team.
Exceptional interpersonal and communication skills are essential, enabling you as Chair to lead meetings with confidence, guide discussion, encourage participation and ensure that debate remains focused on the issues that matter most.
The ideal candidate will be committed to ethical leadership, able to identify and address ethical dilemmas, manage ambiguity and challenge inappropriate pressure or behaviour. They will demonstrate resilience, confidence and integrity, maintaining their commitment in the face of challenge or opposition.
Experience of working in complex organisations and contributing to effective governance will be highly valued, alongside a commitment to continuous personal development and reflective practice.
Above all, the Chair will show a genuine empathy with, and understanding of, the ambitions and needs of young people, ensuring that student outcomes remain central to all strategic decision-making.
Whilst the postholder does not need to have experience of, or be an expert in, sixth form education, it is vital that they have a genuine passion for education, training and its impacts on local communities. Additionally, a strong relationship with Scarborough or a demonstrable understanding of the challenges faced by the local communities would be useful.
Applications are especially welcomed from individuals with backgrounds in finance, legal and audit. We will also welcome applications from those based across the breadth of the education sector, local charities and from within locally based businesses.
Peridot Partners and Scarborough Sixth Form College are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people, and our client expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. The successful candidate will be subject to an enhanced DBS check and satisfactory references before any final offer can be made.
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Applications for this role close at 9 a.m. Monday 23rd February 2026.
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The Organisation
Founded in 1885 and gaining University Title in 2006, Edge Hill University is a multi-award-winning University based on a 160-acre campus in Ormskirk, Lancashire. Our outstanding campus reflects both our heritage and our commitment to providing an exceptional environment for learning, research, and innovation.
This is a period of both change and opportunity. Developed by our new Executive team, and enabled by our strong financial foundations, we are preparing to set a new strategic direction for 2026–2031, Our Connected Futures. This strategy will keep us firmly anchored in our mission of creating opportunity through knowledge, whilst ensuring we become ever more people centred, place based, and future focused. Above all, we remain deeply rooted in the North West and committed to the communities we serve.
The Role
We benefit from an engaged and dedicated Board of Governors that offers clear strategic direction, effective oversight, and thoughtful stewardship of the University’s academic and cultural purpose. Looking ahead, we are committed to strengthening our governance framework and continuing to evolve our systems and practices. The Chair of the Audit & Risk Committee will be instrumental in guiding this next chapter.
The Audit & Risk Committee underpins the work of the Board by providing rigorous scrutiny of the University’s assurance and control environment. It is central to evaluating risk management, governance arrangements, internal controls, and value for money, ensuring these remain robust and effective. The Committee is made up of independent governors with appropriate expertise and is supported by regular engagement with University officers, as well as internal and external auditors.
This is a significant opportunity to contribute at a senior level during an important period of progress. If you are aligned with our values and ambition, and believe in the power of education we would be pleased to hear from you.
The Person
Key attributes expected of all governors are:
- Strong alignment with Edge Hill’s values and mission
- Vision and commitment
- Strategic awareness
- Critical listening and evaluation skills
- Ability to challenge and ask probing questions
- Analytical and problem solving abilities
- Integrity to act without self-interest and make decisions based on evidence
- Ability to work within a framework of collective decision-making in the best interests of the
- Board and the University
- Awareness of standards in public life, public accountability and a determination to abide by them
In addition to the above, we would expect our Chair of Audit & Risk Committee to possess the following qualities:
- Recent experience relevant to the Committee’s business (in accountancy, finance, audit or risk)
- Brings the experience and confidence to contribute immediately at Board level
- Ability to form positive and productive relationships with key stakeholders
- Ability to challenge in a constructive and supportive way
- Intellectual curiosity and professional scepticism
- Balanced and ethical approach
- Robustness of character
- Sufficient time to undertake the role
Edge Hill University is committed to increasing diversity and maintaining an inclusive culture. If you meet our criteria, we welcome your application regardless of your age, ethnicity, race, gender, religious beliefs, sexual orientation, marital status, social demographic or whether you live with a disability. Reasonable adjustments will be supported wherever possible to minimise barriers to participation.
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Home-Start Bristol and South Gloucestershire (HSBSG) are seeking a new Treasurer
Time Commitment: c10 hours a month
Remuneration: Voluntary, although travel and other agreed expenses may be claimed.
Home-Start UK is a national, charitable organisation with 180 local, independent Home-Starts of which HSBSG is one. Across all four nations of the United Kingdom, thousands of home visiting volunteers support over 43,000 families and 78,000 children to transform their lives.
HSBSG offers group work for parents and carers as well as their unique home visiting service, all provided by carefully trained volunteers who are managed by a small team of expert staff. They are particularly proud of their new and already expanding service, Dad Matters, that provides support for new fathers in Bristol and South Gloucestershire.
Becoming a trustee at Home-Start Bristol and South Gloucestershire is a rewarding role and we are now seeking a new Treasurer Trustee to join the board. You will be joining the competent and friendly board of trustees as they develop and steer a successful local charity with a long track record of supporting families that need a helping hand. In the past four years they have streamlined their governance functions, digitised their office systems including implementing Xero finance software, developed their offer to families and started the journey to diversify the lived experience of their board, staff and volunteers.
Summary
The overall role of the Treasurer is to:
· Maintain an overview of HSBSG’s financial affairs.
· Ensure its financial viability.
· Ensure that proper financial records and procedures are maintained.
· Ensure that staff are paid.
General responsibilities:
· To ensure that HSBSG, regarding matters of a financial nature, complies with its governing document, charity law, company law and any other relevant legislation or regulations.
· To ensure that HSBSG applies its resources exclusively in pursuance of its objects.
· To ensure the effective and efficient financial administration of HSBSG.
· To ensure the financial stability of HSBSG.
· To protect and manage the assets of HSBSG and to ensure the proper investment of its funds.
· To ensure HSBSG complies with the Quality Assurance standards and criteria relating to financial management.
First Time Trustees will be considered for this role
For further details and to apply, please contact Leighann Beck quoting reference MC2595.
Closing date for applications: ongoing
Join our Board and help make it possible for people with myeloma to live longer and better lives.
Who we are
At Myeloma UK, we are making it possible to live longer and better lives with myeloma. Through research and treatments, we find new ways to a cure. As the only UK charity focused exclusively on myeloma and related conditions, we have transformed treatment and care over the past 27 years, helping to quadruple life expectancy for many patients. But we need to go further, faster – because people with myeloma can’t wait. We are uniquely placed as an organisation to improve the lives of people affected by myeloma by investing in innovative, life-changing research, advocating for patients to get access to new treatments on the NHS, and providing free information and support services to patients and their families.
About the role
As Treasurer, you’ll play a crucial role in leading Myeloma UK into the next stage of our development, providing strategic financial leadership during an exciting period of growth and change.
You’ll lead the Board’s duty to ensure financial resources are controlled, invested and economically spent while advising on the financial and risk management implications of our strategic plans.
Working closely with our Chair, Board and executive team, you’ll take an active role in our governance structure, including chairing the Finance and Audit Committee. You’ll build an effective relationship with our CEO and Director of Finance, providing both challenge and support as we pursue our ambitious goals.
Who we are looking for
Ideally, you will bring substantial experience in commercial and financial management at a senior, strategic level, either as a finance professional or a senior business leader with financial expertise. You’ll have experience chairing meetings and an excellent understanding of best practices in governance. Your personal and professional credibility will command confidence with the Board and stakeholders.
We’re looking for a clear and independent thinker with sound judgment and an appropriate approach to risk. Your excellent influencing and negotiation skills will be complemented by your solution-focused mindset and ability to see the big picture while remaining pragmatic. As an intellectually curious individual, you’ll be comfortable navigating complexity while building strong relationships through your high emotional and cultural intelligence.
Experience of serving on the executive leadership team of a growing organisation would be valuable, as would prior experience as a charity trustee. An appreciation of the wider health, social and political landscape, along with knowledge of charity fundraising practices, would be advantageous. There is no requirement to have a connection to Myeloma.
Most importantly, you’ll be collaborative and highly inclusive, fostering trust and valuing different perspectives. You’ll know when to challenge constructively, when to hold back, and when to support while demonstrating an unwavering commitment to equality, diversity and inclusion.
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Applications for this role close on Monday, 16th February.
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Youth Support Volunteer at The Zone
Thank you for your interest in volunteering!
Volunteers are a valued part of our organisation and integral to furthering the work we do. We offer extensive training and support so that volunteers can learn and develop whilst helping to keep our services running to a high standard.
If you are interested in working with young people, and have skills, experience and commitment to share with others, then we may have the perfect volunteering opportunity for you…
Our dedicated team of Youth Support Volunteers offer young people a safe and confidential space to talk whilst providing information about sexual health, mental health, housing, signposting to other organisations and referrals to projects within The Zone and other agencies.
Our volunteer programme runs twice throughout the year, with new intakes often taking place in spring and autumn.
What is a Youth Support Volunteer?
A Youth Support Volunteer is a volunteer who has completed our training and provides support and information to young people at The Zone.
The most important thing for a Youth Support Volunteer to know is that supporting young people can be very rewarding but it can also be very hard and emotionally demanding, especially when the help you can offer a young person is limited.
It is not a volunteering position to consider for a person who is emotionally vulnerable and who thinks it will make them feel better to help others as sometimes this is not possible or the young person chooses not to accept the help offered.
We offer all our volunteers:
- Comprehensive training
- Out of pocket expenses
- Practical experience of face to face support
- The opportunity to be part of a diverse agency
- A rewarding role supporting young people
In return we ask that you:
- Attend selection day and training
- Commit to volunteering with us for 3 hours a week, choosing from set shifts which cover our front of house drop in times.
- Uphold The Zone’s ethos and values
- Are enthusiastic about empowering young people to live safe, healthy and positive lives!
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.
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This organisation is scheduling interviews as applications come in. They're ready to hire as soon as they find the right person. Don't miss your opportunity, apply now!
Reception Volunteer
Department: Main Reception
Location:Main Reception, Teesside Hospice, 1 Northgate Road, Linthorpe, Middlesbrough, TS5 5NW
Time Requirement: Flexible to suit you (Monday to Friday 8am to 6pm)
DBS Check needed? Yes
Age Requirements: From 18 years old plus
Role Summary: To volunteer on our reception, greeting patients, relative and visitors upon arrival at Teesside Hospice. Supporting answering telephone, taking messages, and directing calls to appropriate staff and various other administration duties as detailed below.
Key Responsibilities
- Meeting and greeting patients, relatives and visitors, directing to relevant departments.
- Supporting visitors to sign in using electronic register
- Answer telephone calls taking/relaying messages, directing calls to relevant staff
- Support the Clinical Administrative team as able
- Photocopying / Scanning of documents / leaflets
- To respect and maintain patient confidentiality
- Selling of merchandise / raffle tickets, taking payments using electronic payment system and cash
Personal qualities:
- Compassion and empathy
- Tact and sensitivity
- Excellent communication skills - good telephone manner is essential as is the ability to deal with enquiries in a professional and calm manner
- Ability to work alone and as part of team
- Good attention to detail
- Polite and approachable
- Professional approach
Training requirements:
As a Reception Volunteer you will be required to complete the following training:
- Teesside Hospice mandatory training
- Volunteer induction training
Support and supervision:
Your first line of support and for any enquiries will be the clinical administrators to support you in your role.
Communications:
The Clinical administrator will regularly provide you with any information updates, training opportunities and upcoming events appropriate to your role.
You will be provided with a Teesside Hospice volunteer badge
Benefits:
- 20% discount off purchases made in our shops.
- Opportunities for training and personal development
- Reimbursement of reasonable travel expenses
- Provided lunch if you volunteer for more than 5 hours per day
- Access to discounts with other retailers and companies
- 10% discount in the Northgate Tea Rooms.
If you're friendly, reliable, and eager to contribute to our cause, we'd love to have you join our team!
Teesside Hospice is committed to eliminating discrimination and values diversity in the workplace.
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.
Actively Interviewing
This organisation is scheduling interviews as applications come in. They're ready to hire as soon as they find the right person. Don't miss your opportunity, apply now!
Volunteer Office Assistant
Department: Mainly in the People Team, but assisting with other departments as needed
Location:Teesside Hospice, 1 Northgate Road, Middlesbrough, TS5 5NW
Time Requirement: Flexible to suit you, ideally 1 day per week
DBS Check needed? Yes
Age Requirements: From 18 years old plus
Role Summary: We’re looking for someone to join Teesside Hospice to help with general office and admin duties, the role would be mainly with the People Team, however you would be helping with other department as needed.
Key Responsibilities
The role will include tasks such as;
- Data Entry
- Assisting with the filing, scanning, laminating, archiving and data entry
- Answer telephone calls taking/relaying messages
- Photocopying and printing of documents / leaflets
- Maintaining confidentiality and handling sensitive information with care
- Digitising paper records
Personal qualities:
- Compassion and empathy
- Tact and sensitivity
- Excellent communication skills
- Ability to work alone and as part of team
- Good attention to detail
- Polite and approachable
- Professional approach
Training requirements:
As a Volunteer Office Assistant you will complete the following training:
- Teesside Hospice mandatory training
- Volunteer induction training
- Any other training identified as appropriate to the role
Support and supervision:
Your first line of support and for any enquiries will be The Senior HR Assistant to support you in your role.
Communications:
The Senior HR Assistant will regularly provide you with any information updates, training opportunities and upcoming events appropriate to your role.
You will be provided with a Teesside Hospice volunteer badge
Benefits:
- 20% discount off purchases made in our shops.
- Opportunities for training and personal development
- Reimbursement of reasonable travel expenses
- Provided lunch if you volunteer for more than 5 hours per day
- Access to discounts with other retailers and companies
- 10% discount in the Northgate Tea Rooms.
If you're friendly, reliable, and eager to contribute to our cause, we'd love to have you join our team!
Teesside Hospice is committed to eliminating discrimination and values diversity in the workplace.
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.


