Voluntary Volunteer Roles in Berkshire

Borderline Support UK CIC supports people from all over the UK who are living with borderline personality disorder, their families, and the professionals who work with them. Safeguarding is central to everything we do, we recognise that the welfare of our service users and volunteers is paramount and that we have a duty of care to everyone in our services. We will do everything we can to provide a safe environment for service users and volunteers. 

About the role

Although we recognise that safeguarding is the responsibility of all, the Safeguarding Trustee will take the lead on safeguarding, supporting the board and chief executive. 

The safeguarding trustee will:

• review and implement safeguarding policies and procedures
• ensure there is an annual review
• be aware of safeguarding legislation and other relevant obligations including the safeguarding expectations of the Charity Commission
• produce and deliver safeguarding reports to the board 
• produce and assist with safeguarding training
• support the trustees to develop their understanding of safeguarding

About you

Experience and skills we are looking for:

• experience of working in safeguarding for adults
• awareness of relevant guidance and legislation
• excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• ability to maintain confidentiality and handle sensitive and confidential information
• commitment to the values and aims of the organisation

About the board

Our board of trustees is a friendly, dedicated and active group. Our six trustees help run committees and groups, and are passionate about the goals of the organisation. The board meets once a month at present (this will move to less frequently in time), and meets remotely over Teams. 

Why join us? 

This is an exciting time to join us, as we implement our strategy for 2024 onwards. Over the next five years we want to develop our services, invest in new ways of supporting people, and grow our service to meet the increased need for support. We are also implementing awareness campaigns and training workshops. 

ALAG (Asperger London Area Group) has been a registered charity since 2015. ALAG is a pan-London membership community organisation, working in partnership with statutory services and the voluntary sector to highlight the needs of autistic adults. We are dedicated to seeking practical initiatives and solutions when supporting individuals to come to terms with their diagnosis and to providing the tailored support that is essential to their wellbeing. One such initiative is the Autism Hub, a user-led Islington/Camden initiative for autistic adults which was established in 2018.

ALAG is looking to appoint a new Treasurer/Trustee, following the retirement of the current post holder in March 2024. This is a key position on the Trustee Board and the candidate will be joining the charity at a crucial stage in its development. The successful candidate will have a background in finance, strategy, governance and risk management. The Treasurer would be expected to develop a close relationship with the CEO/Lead Coordinator as well as with the Board. The Treasurer will oversee financial matters for the charity and provide constructive advice to the CEO/Lead Coordinator. They will also report to the Board of Trustees at regular intervals about the overall financial health of the organisation.

We are looking for trained or experienced Mckenzie friends to offer some scottish family law legal advice on our groups. We have a few volunteers already but they dont know scottish law.

We are looking for someone training / trained / or have experience in family courts for Scotland

Moi Panda are solving the world's economic and social problems of isolation by building an engaging community globally with cutting-edge technologies. To help children with a better chance to adapt to new cultures while staying connected to their own culture heritage, make diverse friends all around the world anytime and anywhere, and learn to build a healthy relationship with the digital world. Moi Panda was built to support the next generation to better adapt to new cultures, while staying connected to their own heritage. They raise the digital competence of kids, empowering them with human skills, and promoting a healthy relationship between individuals and the digital world.

COMMUNITY MANAGER

• Help us build a strong community of open-minded parents worldwide; engage with users, potential partners, and stakeholders across various platforms; build and maintain relationships with individuals and organizations aligned with Moi Panda's values and goals; organize online/offline events for interested parties and current users; and collect feedback from current and potential users about the product and service.
• Volunteer 4-6 hours per week for 3-5 months

Moi Panda are solving the world's economic and social problems of isolation by building an engaging community globally with cutting-edge technologies. To help children with a better chance to adapt to new cultures while staying connected to their own culture heritage, make diverse friends all around the world anytime and anywhere, and learn to build a healthy relationship with the digital world. Moi Panda was built to support the next generation to better adapt to new cultures, while staying connected to their own heritage. They raise the digital competence of kids, empowering them with human skills, and promoting a healthy relationship between individuals and the digital world.

CREATIVE DIGITAL MARKETER

• We are actively seeking volunteers to assist with our Marketing team. They will develop and implement social media marketing strategies to promote our digital learning platform; identify and engage with influencers to expand our reach and grow our audience; and, create engaging video content to showcase our platform and enhance user engagement, amongst other tasks.
• Volunteer 4-6 hours per week remotely for 3-5 months

The Survivors Trust is keen to find someone with a finance background to join our active and highly motivated Trustee Board.We really welcome the insight and drive that survivors can bring to our work and are keen to promote diversity on the Board.

The Survivors Trust is a national membership organisation for specialist voluntary sector rape and sexual abuse support services in the UK and Ireland.  We have 120+ member agencies who are all independent charities providing a range of counselling, support and advocacy services for women, men, children and young people, partners and family members who have been affected by sexual violence of any kind at any time in their lives.

The impact of sexual violence of any form, whether experienced as an adult or as a child, can be devastating and can last a lifetime. Survivors may experience a wide range of physical and mental health problems as a result of being sexually violated, affecting every aspect of their health, lives, relationships, education and work.  We aim to raise awareness of the support survivors need and the work of our Member Agencies in providing this crucial help.

TST is in the unique position of having member agencies that are working with all victims and survivors of sexual violence and sexual abuse.  We are well aware of the issues facing organisations that are delivering trauma informed services and can support them and policy makers and commissioners to understand how services need to be developed and provided.  TST is an independent inspection body for our UKAS accredited service standards for specialist sexual violence organisations.

We provide an accredited Diploma for Independent Sexual Violence Advisors (ISVAs) and CPD accredited workshops.  We have also established a quality mark for educational establishments and corporate organisations, our Trauma Informed Educator and Trauma Informed Employer Quality Marks (TIE).

The right candidate will need to make a pesonal commitment to our work and to support our vision and values with compassion and empathy.  They will need to be willing to work with the other Trustees, the Chief Executive and staff team, acting as an ambassador for TST and helping to support our collaboration with partners and secure funds to deliver our objectives.

We are looking for some volunteers trained in divorce law to help our current law team at SPSAS.

Why am I needed?

Our shops depend on a regular supply of quality donated stock.  As some shops receive more donations than others, we need drivers to move stock between our shops to ensure they are all fully stocked.

Our fantastic supporters rely on stock donations being collected from their door when they are unable to bring it to us. Here at Tenovus Cancer Care we receive donated stock in many different ways, and this includes us collecting stock from supporters at their front door and picking up collections from local business partners.  

All of this vital work needs to happen for us to raise more money to help cancer patients and their families.

What will I be doing?

Dependant on your volunteer location, duties may include but may not be limited to:

Predominantly assisting the Retail team in moving stock between shops

Taking this donated stock to shops and to the Warehouse

Delivering donation bags to homes in selected areas and collecting the full bags on an agreed day

Collecting donations at businesses where our ‘Donation Stations’ are located

Offering feedback to the Retail team on how to improve the collections service.

What skills and qualities do I need?

An enthusiasm for the work of Tenovus Cancer Care

A good level of fitness and enjoy being outside

Good communication skills to be able to respond positively with any queries from members of the pubic

Reliability, honesty and like helping as part of a team

This role would suit a proactive and outgoing person who enjoys meeting with others

The ability to drive and have a good size car or van is essential for the driving role if based at one of our shops. You will need to check with your car insurers that you are insured for business use before starting with us (this can usually be arranged at no extra cost) and your driving licence and business insurance will need to be checked before you can start.

How much time do I need to commit?

This can be discussed with the Retail team and hours are very flexible to fit around you – please note on your application how much time you can give.

What support and training will I be given?

A dedicated member of staff will be on hand to offer you advice, support and guidance in your role.

What benefits can I expect?

You’ll be making a real difference to the lives of people with cancer in your local area

The opportunity to develop new and existing skills

Access to all internal vacancies

Access to training

Reasonable expenses will be reimbursed in line with organisational policy

The enjoyment of meeting new people and being part of both our Retail Team and Wales’ leading cancer charity.

Expenses can be claimed back

Where will I be based?

You’ll be based at one of our Tenovus Cancer Care shops across Wales and England, with regular travel around agreed areas. You must have access to your own vehicle.

How do I apply?

If you are aged over eighteen years old and would like to apply please contact the Shop Manager in your local shop directly or alternatively please contact our Volunteer Development Team on our website.

A bit about this role

If you enjoy driving and would love to use those skills to help our cats, this could be the role for you. Our transport volunteers provide vital assistance to our teams and volunteer groups in the local area by transporting equipment, litter, food– and even cats! They have the essential role of connecting our network of volunteers, sites, vets and supporters.

Without the passionate and committed teams of volunteers across Cats Protection, we wouldn’t be able to help the thousands of cats and kittens each year that rely on us for help.

What can you expect to be doing?

• Arranging and transporting equipment, litter and cat food
• Transporting cats to and from vets, foster homes and centres
• Transporting equipment to and from events

Volunteer Mystery Shopper – can you help?

The Hospice Lottery Partnership runs a weekly lottery in support of local charities such as: Florence Nightingale Hospice Charity in Aylesbury, Michael Sobell Hospice Charity in Northwood, Rennie Grove Hospice Care in Buckinghamshire and West Hertfordshire, South Bucks Hospice in High Wycombe, and The Hospice of St Francis in Berkhamsted.

Mystery shopping is a form of market research work, that requires an individual to play the role of a genuine customer and report their experience back to us.

We are looking for someone with a good level of literacy and a great memory that could spare a few hours a week visiting our Fundraisers at local retail stores and medical centres to provide feedback on a Fundraisers performance and the overall perception of the experience. In essence, how you would rate the service you received during your experience?

“I volunteer with The Hospice Lottery; I always have a few hours spare each week and it’s lovely to feel that I am helping such a worthy cause.”  Diana Hewitt, Office Volunteer.

Please note: This is a Voluntary role with a benefits package.

Are you passionate about making a positive impact for animals? Could you inspire others to join you in making a difference? If yes, we would love to speak to you!

As a Community Co-ordinator at International Aid for the Protection and Welfare of Animals (IAPWA) you will embark on an incredible journey to build a team of like-minded animal lovers in your County to make a difference to the lives of thousands of animals every year. Reporting to Nicky Stevens, Founder of IAPWA, you will have the opportunity to represent IAPWA, inspire others and even join us to visit our range of projects and support programmes around the world so as you can see first-hand the impact you and your team are making.

Responsibilities:

• Recruit: Build your own team of animal loving volunteers in your County with a range of skills and experience to collectively raise funds and awareness to contribute to the success of your County Group
• Create: Utilise your combined creativity and passion for animals to create a range of activities in your County to support animals in need
• Support: Provide support to everyone in your team to enable them to contribute to the team goals
• Represent IAPWA: Serve as the face of IAPWA within your County, embodying our mission and values
• Connect: Commit to hosting regular meetings with your group and the wider IAPWA Team
• Learn: Undertake training where needed, as a valued member of our volunteer management team

Opportunities for the right candidate:

• Visit: Join us on an annual Community Coordinator trip in one of our projects and support programmes worldwide to meet the animals you and your County Group are helping. This is not an essential part of the role should the Coordinater be unable to travel.
• Personal Growth and Development: Develop leadership skills, expand your network and gain valuable experience in event coordination and community engagement.
• Make a Difference: You will play a crucial role in raising awareness and support for animal welfare initiatives.

If you're passionate about animals and have a desire to make a difference, please submit interest and experience to Nicky Stevens by clicking the Apply button today.

Together, let's create a better future for animals in need.

Do you have a passion for driving change to improve people's lives? Do you work well within a team and want to give back to the community you live, work or study in? 

We are a local charity providing social welfare advice, information and support, through a wonderful team of paid staff and volunteers and we are looking to appoint a new Treasurer to join our board and help steer the organisation in the right direction.

In 2023/24 we:

• Helped over 15,000 clients to find a way forward with their problems

• Dealt with over 37,000 separate issues for those clients

• Gained just under £2M of extra income for clients to help during the cost of living crisis

We are seeking someone who can represent the different Cheshire West communities and has the energy and enthusiasm to help us achieve our goal of improving people's lives.  Age, background, origins or health conditions are no barriers for joining our team of trustees as we are actively looking to include a variety of different perspectives on our board to best serve our community. 

Prior experience as a charity treasurer is not necessary but we are looking for someone who has financial qualifications or experience and has some knowledge or experience of charity finances, fundraising, financial consequences and pension schemes.

You will need to be available to attend at least 5 board meetings a year (in person and remote), often in the evenings, plus one trustee development day each year and there are many opportunities for further involvement. The post of treasurer is a voluntary one but all reasonable expenses are reimbursed.  Volunteering should not affect state benefit entitlement.

Bright Futures UK works with young people who have been forced to take time out from education due to chronic illness. We provide programmes to help stimulate learning in addition to having a social aspect that offers respite to isolation these young people face due to their unfortunate circumstances.

We are urgently looking for a warm and energetic volunteer tutor to provide educational support and a fun, safe space for these young people. Tutoring experience is not essential as full training is given. Our sessions also are all currently online.

We need someone who is able to engage with young people in a positive and friendly way, helping them overcome their experiences and not feel defined by their illness. You would engage with a young person on a one-to-one basis to help catch up on their studies, increase their confidence in their own skills, and have some fun with them in order to help them progress.

The young people we work with have missed so many experiences in school which we take for granted. The time you can offer to help fill in those missed periods is invaluable to their development. Your sessions will be fully supported by Bright Futures UK staff – from questions or queries, resources or materials or just to bounce an idea off the team, we’re here to help.

Volunteering with Bright Futures UK is something that can easily fit into your working day or a busy schedule with commitment starting from as little as 1 hour per week. We are so grateful for any support you might be able to provide, as are our young people.

We’re looking forward to working with you to help our young people reach their true potential! 

Practical Considerations:

We cover all expenses and materials used.

We are asking for one hour online a week.

DBS will be provided where needed.

Safeguarding training provided with certification.

Must be 18 or over to volunteer.

Description: We are seeking a dedicated Online Math Tutor to provide one-on-one tutoring for a young person who is currently unable to attend school due to a long-term illness. Your support will be crucial in helping them keep up with the Scottish 3rd Year Math  Curriculum and ensuring they don't fall behind in their studies.

Responsibilities:

• Provide personalized math tutoring based on the Scottish 3rd Year Curriculum.
• Assist with homework, exam preparation, and maintaining educational progress.
• Develop tailored lesson plans to meet the student's individual needs and abilities.
• Monitor and track the student's academic progress, providing regular feedback and adjusting tutoring methods as needed.
• Foster a positive and encouraging learning environment to boost the student's confidence and engagement.

Impact: Your role as a Math Tutor will:

• Help the student stay on track with their education, preventing them from falling behind due to illness.
• Provide a sense of normalcy and continuity during a challenging time in their life.
• Boost their confidence and academic skills, contributing to their overall well-being.

Skills Needed:

• Strong knowledge of the Scottish 3rd Year Math Curriculum.
• Excellent communication and teaching skills.
• Patience, empathy, and a genuine desire to help young people.
• Ability to adapt tutoring methods to suit different learning styles and needs.

Time Commitment:

• We ask that volunteers flexibly commit 1 h per week for about 14 weeks.
• Flexible scheduling. 
• This role can be carried out remotely with virtual tutoring sessions.

Benefits:

• Make a significant difference in the academic progress of a young person facing health challenges.
• Gain valuable experience in tutoring and mentoring.
• Develop meaningful connections and enhance your teaching skills.
• Be part of a supportive and impactful charity organization.