Direct Employer Volunteer Roles in South West
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By becoming a Bereavement Support Volunteer, you will be working with bereaved clients in your local area - Crawley, Horsham and Mid Sussex to provide one-on-one support via the telephone and via Zoom for up to six sessions per client.
Full Beravement foundation training is provided over a six week period and additional Safeguarding training is required and a DBS check.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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We are looking for an enthusiastic and passionate person who could devote the time to volunteer with us as one of our Trustees. As a Trustee of the Branch, you will have the chance to influence how we care for and prevent cruelty to animals and drive the implementation of key initiatives. You will serve on the governing body of the charity and be instrumental in the running of the Branch and setting out both the short and long term aims.
You will be volunteering with a small, but passionate and fun team made up of two admin staff, five retail and online sales staff, and a dedicated trustee board of five, from a range of backgrounds.
We are a highly proactive, progressive and approachable branch, with a clear vision for the future - aiming for charitable excellence, a strong community focus, and a passion to support, signpost and advocate for our pet-owning community.
Among our animal welfare activities are schemes such as assisted neutering and microchipping, welfare events such as free microchipping and clinic sessions, provision of a local pet food bank, family fun day events in aid of animal welfare, and the delivery of educational materials - created by the branch team, for our younger audiences.
We support RSPCA frontline teams within our local area, and we are always keen to take on new challenges and innovative ways to fundraise and work alongside those in our community who need our support.
The insights and skills of our trustees are the key to the future direction of the branch.
As a minimum, trustees would normally be expected to attend a monthly committee meeting lasting some 2 to 3 hours. However, the commitment may vary depending on whether or not the trustee takes on additional duties.
Primary responsibilities of the Branch Trustee
- Appreciate and support the aims and policies of the RSPCA.
- Work in conjunction with fellow trustees and branch officers and jointly act in making decisions for the best interest of the branch and the RSPCA.
- Work with national RSPCA staff to ensure that the branch meets all minimum animal welfare standards (MAWS).
- In conjunction with your fellow trustees and Branch Support Specialist write, adopt, monitor, and review a development plan setting out the short and long term aims of your branch.
- Actively participate in branch committee meetings and to attend the branch annual general meeting and regional conference.
- Be aware of the outcome of regional board meetings and support local initiatives.
- Actively promote and advertise the society in an ongoing programme to recruit new branch trustees and volunteers and welcome new members.
- In conjunction with your fellow trustees, ensure the proper management and control of all activities and decisions relating to any premises held or staff employed by the branch if applicable.
What we are looking for in a volunteer
We are looking for people from all social and cultural backgrounds, with experience and skills in any of the following areas:
- Marketing communication including social media, PR, website;
- Fundraising including corporate fundraising, trust fund and grant applications;
- Local community and supporter relationships;
- Hands-on experience in growing charities; and/or
- Are or have been part of the groups and communities we would like to attract.
Alongside the relevant experience, we are looking for someone who is committed to the RSPCA’s charitable objectives and shares our passion for animal welfare. You would be creative, innovative, bring a fresh perspective, and can put ideas into action.
What we can offer you as a volunteer Branch Trustee
- We will provide you with a comprehensive trustee training course which will provide you with everything you need to carry out the role.
- Ongoing support is also provided by local and national RSPCA staff in addition to any additional training provided by the relevant branch.
- The platform to utilise your skills and experience to oversee the charity and make decisions that have a direct impact on local animal welfare.
- The opportunity to gain new skills and develop existing ones, whilst making a real difference to the lives of animals.
- A way to expand your professional and personal network through working with like-minded people.
Ideally we would want a Trustee within the Sunderland, Hartlepool, South Tyneside, Newcastle, Gateshead or Durham area. However, the position can be done mostly via remote means - and so, you can be located anywhere in the country.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Are you a passionate researcher who wants to make a real difference to the lives of animals and humans? We’re seeking talented experts to join our Scientific Advisory Panel and help us accelerate the development and adoption of non-animal research methods.
To reflect the diversity of technological approaches that replacing animals in science requires, we’re looking to grow our Scientific Advisory Panel and would like you to be part of it.
Our current panel is made up of 32 generous and talented professionals who give their time and expertise to help our mission: ensuring scientists use non-animal approaches in biomedical research and testing.
By volunteering on our panel, you’ll not only be a valued member of our charity, you’ll also have the opportunity to network with other experts, have your say on groundbreaking research, and influence real-world change.
“I feel very honoured to be part of this community. I hope I can support the charity in any way possible as I strongly believe we can at least greatly reduce the number of animals used in scientific research.” Current Scientific Advisory Panel member
The role: The main responsibilities of your role will include:
- Supporting the grant review process by undertaking peer review of grant applications.
- Advising and supporting the staff team in monitoring funded projects.
- Supporting our strategic goals of funding research, sharing information and creating change.
- Helping to champion FRAME’s mission and charitable purpose.
Estimated hours: Approx. ½ day – 4 days per year. We’ll need your expertise during late April to early May, and late September through October to review grant applications.
Experience desired: We’re looking for panel members with scientific research experience most likely from an industry or academic background. This experience may relate to basic, translational, applied research, or regulatory testing in any area that is, or would benefit from human-relevant methods. This includes areas where laboratory animals have been used historically or are still widely used today but non-animal approaches are now being developed. Our current panel includes experts from such varied fields as bone tissue engineering and metabolomics through to neuropharmacology and ecotoxicology, and we welcome applications from diverse specialisms. The greater the diversity, the better!
Please note: All applicants should hold a PhD and be a named author on at least one published paper in a relevant research area.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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We're setting up a brand new social mobility charity that aims to work with people from socio-economic disadvantaged backgrounds of all ages and we're seeking a REMOTE VOLUNTEER who has service delivery or programme management who can join us as our Volunteer HEAD OF PROGRAMMES to lead the charitys programme management, creating exciting opportunities for people to take part in that follow our key focus areas.
We are Unlock YOUR Potential, a new start-up social mobility charity that aims to provide a range of services to support those from disadvantaged backgrounds through a the following key areas;
- Employability and Enterprise
- Health and Wellbeing
- Life Skills, Mentoring and Personal Development
We are looking for a volunteer to fill the brand new role of our HEAD OF PROGRAMMES who will join us and lead on the charity's programme management, including creating, setting up and managing our workshops and programmes at Unlock YOUR Potential ensuring its impact and performance management and ensuring we have the skilled people to lead on workshops and programmes that we run.
To apply, please send your CVand a brief introduction to us!
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We're setting up a brand new social mobility charity that aims to work with people from socio-economic disadvantaged backgrounds of all ages and we're seeking a REMOTE VOLUNTEER who has leadership experience who can join us as our Volunteer CHIEF OPERATING OFFICER to lead the charity with our Founder and CEO.
We are Unlock YOUR Potential, a new start-up social mobility charity that aims to provide a range of services to support those from disadvantaged backgrounds through a the following key areas;
- Employability and Enterprise
- Health and Wellbeing
- Life Skills, Mentoring and Personal Development
We are looking for a volunteer to fill the brand new role of our CHIEF OPERATING OFFICER who will join us in this senior leadership role and support our Founder and CEO in the setting up and day to day running and management of Unlock YOUR Potential, being a key driving force in getting the charity registered and overseeing the operations and programmes we run, including creating and developing key strategies and business planning.
To apply, please send your CVand a brief introduction to us!
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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We're setting up a brand new social mobility charity that aims to work with people from socio-economic disadvantaged backgrounds of all ages and we're seeking a REMOTE VOLUNTEER who has UK accounting experience who can join us as our Volunteer TREASURER to lead the charitys financial management and controls.
We are Unlock YOUR Potential, a new start-up social mobility charity that aims to provide a range of services to support those from disadvantaged backgrounds through a the following key areas;
- Employability and Enterprise
- Health and Wellbeing
- Life Skills, Mentoring and Personal Development
We are looking for a volunteer to fill the brand new role of our TREASURER who will join our Board of Trustees and lead on the charity's financial management and controls, including bank account, charity reporting and setting up and dealing with HMRC and other authorities. You will set up financial systems, policies and processes to ensure that we follow good practice in the financial management and controls of Unlock YOUR Potential.
To apply, please send your CVand a brief introduction to us!
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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We're setting up a brand new social mobility charity that aims to work with people from socio-economic disadvantaged backgrounds of all ages and we're seeking a REMOTE VOLUNTEER who has HR Management experience who can join us as our Volunteer HR MANAGER to lead the charitys HR function.
We are Unlock YOUR Potential, a new start-up social mobility charity that aims to provide a range of services to support those from disadvantaged backgrounds through a the following key areas;
- Employability and Enterprise
- Health and Wellbeing
- Life Skills, Mentoring and Personal Development
We are looking for a volunteer to fill the brand new role of our HR MANAGER who can help us set up, run, and manage the HR function at Unlock YOUR Potential including setting up and running our volunteering programme.
To apply, please send your CVand a brief introduction to us!
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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We're setting up a brand new social mobility charity that aims to work with people from socio-economic disadvantaged backgrounds of all ages and we're seeking a REMOTE VOLUNTEER who has some graphic design experience who can join us as our Volunteer Graphic Designer to create some much needed designs.
We are Unlock YOUR Potential, a new start-up social mobility charity that aims to provide a range of services to support those from disadvantaged backgrounds through a the following key areas;
- Employability and Enterprise
- Health and Wellbeing
- Life Skills, Mentoring and Personal Development
We need a volunteer graphic designer, you will design us;
- Social Media Posts
- A5 Brochure
- Z-Fold Card
- Digital and A4/A3 posters
- Motion graphics
To apply, please send your PORTFOLIO and a brief introduction to us!
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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Hidden Hero Breaks Administrator
2 half days a week (approx. 6-8 hours)
Voluntary Role
Room to Reward is a unique charity created to give something back and say ‘thank you’ to those who do so much, for so many. Our partner hotels donate their anticipated unsold rooms to the scheme, our charity partners nominate their Hidden Heroes for a break, we make it happen!
We are looking for a volunteer to help make sure as many nominated volunteers as possible get booked in and enjoy a memorable break. The main elements of the role are:
• Contacting charity partners who nominated volunteers some time ago who are yet to submit a booking request.
• Sourcing potential local hotels – from our extensive list of partners – and dates to offer to the volunteer.
• Liaising with both the hotel and the volunteer to find suitable dates and get their break booked in.
• Post break follow up with volunteer for feedback, pictures etc.
• Where hotels have donated specific breaks, contacting local charity partners to invite them to nominate a volunteer for the offered break.
Room to Reward is a small charity making big waves in the hospitality and voluntary sectors. We work with many of the biggest and best names in hotels and are privileged every day to get inspiring stories of wonderful volunteers making a real difference to people and places in need.
Our small volunteering team work alongside our small staff team. You will have the chance to connect with our (900+) hotel and (900+) charity partners and ultimately help us deliver more breaks to more Hidden Heroes.
This role is based in the R2R office in Purewell, Christchurch.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Fundraising Volunteer - Events
We're looking for friendly and enthusiastic people to support us at fundraising events throughout the UK.
Blesma, The Limbless Veterans is the national charity and membership association for limbless serving and ex-service men and women and their dependants.
We help all wounded servicemen and women who have lost limbs, the use of limbs or eyes, to rebuild their lives by providing rehabilitation activities and welfare support.
We are looking for Volunteers to help the Fundraising Team at in person fundraising and awareness raising events throughout the UK. We’re a small and friendly team, operating at a regional and national level. We organise Blesma events and collections, attend third party events and support fundraisers doing their own events.
By volunteering with us, you will have the opportunity to gain first-hand experience of volunteering for a charity and will contribute to our work supporting injured veterans and their families.
Location: Multiple, throughout UK
We look forward to hearing from you.
Thank you for your interest in Blesma, The Limbless Veterans
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The Plateful Café works to relieve poverty and isolation amongst refugees, asylum seekers and ethnic minorities in Lewisham. Our commitment is to reach the most vulnerable people in our community and help them access the support they are entitled to. Refugees will benefit from workshops, training skills and knowledge relevant for catering industry.
As an admin assistant, you will gain experience in providing admin support to several projects at the Plateful Cafe.
We are looking to recruit up to five Trustees with expertise in one or more of the following areas:
- Finance – qualified professionals with experience in the charitable sector and/or investment experience
- Legal – particularly HR and/or charity governance experience
- Fundraising – the ability to use your networks to unlock philanthropic support
- Media – experience gained in publishing, PR or strategic communications
- Music – a background in broadcasting, recording, rights management or performing
Time commitment
- Full Board meetings four times per year, usually in person at Hampton Court Palace, sometimes in London, usually Wednesday evenings between 5-6.30pm
- Attending Sub-Committees as needed, mostly virtually and around six times per year, with calls and correspondence in the interim
- Attending occasional events and services during the year at the Chapel Royal, Hampton Court Palace
Term of office
Trustee appointments are for three years. They may serve second terms, if approved, and have this extended further in exceptional circumstances.
The Choral Foundation at His Majesty’s Chapel Royal, preserves and promotes a unique heritage of choral music 500 years in the making
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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Clubs Allotment Helper
Why volunteer with Brendoncare Clubs?
Brendoncare aims to improve the quality of life for those who are more isolated in our communities. Brendoncare operates social and activity clubs, community services and online clubs. They enable our members to develop relationship networks and each service aims to respond to the interests, needs, aspirations and choices of each individual.
Brendoncare Community Allotments is an ambitious project which aims to produce fantastic home grown delights, grown for the community by the community. All of our services are run by fantastic teams of volunteers and we’re currently looking for more people to get involved in your local area.
Who are you?
Brendoncare are looking for happy, enthusiastic individuals to help at our fantastic new community allotments. Ideally, you will be a team player, happy to get involved, and ready to make a difference! You might be green fingered or a total beginner, Brendoncare provides training and support throughout your volunteering.
What is required?
Volunteering at our community allotment will involve getting stuck in with some gardening, an average session might involve: assisting with preparing seedlings, looking after the plot (pruning, tidying, and watering), and safe light maintenance. We also host planning meetings which you will be encouraged to get involved in to help shape the direction of the allotment.
We ask for two satisfactory references and an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check from all our volunteers.
What are the benefits for you?
Our allotment helper role allows you to expand and develop at your own pace. We provide you with an induction, ongoing training, support and reimbursement of out of pocket/travel expenses.
This is a fantastic opportunity to give something back to the community and to experience the positive impact your volunteering can have to help improve the lives of older people in your area.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
We would like to hear from anyone who would be interested in joining the CARA Board of Trustees. Please see our CARA Trustee Role Description below for details of what is involved, and the qualities, skills and expertise we are looking for. If you would be interested in becoming a CARA Trustee, please contact us explaining why you would like to become a CARA Trustee, and providing a brief summary of the skills you would bring to the CARA Board.
Please note that this is an unpaid role. Trustees' travel and other expenses will be covered.
Role Description
CARA (Centre for Action on Rape and Abuse) works with victims and survivors of sexual violence and child sexual abuse, providing independent, specialist support and promoting and representing their rights and needs. CARA works with adults of all genders, young people (aged 12-19) and children aged under 12 from across mid and north Essex.
Over the last 8 years, CARA has grown significantly. Our client numbers have more than quadrupled and we now offer a wide range of services to victims and survivors of all ages and genders. We currently have a team of 40 full and part-time staff and over 20 sessional counsellors.
CARA is interested in hearing from people who might like to join our Board. As a CARA Board member, you will have an opportunity to be actively involved in the running of a forward-thinking and fastdeveloping feminist charity. Our Board of trustees provide strategic direction and governance to CARA, supporting the management team and overseeing all aspects of our work. CARA’s Board of Trustees are also registered as our directors for the purposes of company law.
CARA trustees have the following statutory duties and responsibilities:
• To set and maintain vision, mission and values.
• To develop strategy.
• To establish and monitor policies.
• To set up employment procedures.
• To ensure compliance with CARA’s governing document (constitution).
• To ensure accountability.
• To ensure compliance with the law.
• To maintain proper financial oversight.
• To respect the role of staff.
• To maintain effective Trustees performance.
• To promote CARA.
Other duties:
In addition to the above statutory duties, each trustee should use any specific skills, knowledge or experience they have to help the Board reach sound decisions. This may involve:
• Scrutinising board papers.
• Leading and contributing to discussions.
• Focusing on key issues.
• Providing guidance on new initiatives.
A CARA trustee should have the following qualities:
• Integrity
• The skills and experience to make informed decisions on governance of a charity.
• A commitment to CARA and our vision, mission, aims and values.
• Willingness to devote the necessary time and effort.
• Strategic vision.
• Good, independent judgement.
• Ability to think creatively.
• Understanding and acceptance of the legal duties, responsibilities and liabilities of trusteeship. Please refer to the Charity Commission guidance
• Ability to work effectively as a member of a team.
Our current Board have a wide range of skills, and we regularly conduct skills audits to ensure our Board has the expertise needed to ensure CARA’s effective governance. To enhance our existing Board of Trustees, we are particularly seeking applications from people with the following skills and experiences:
• Business acumen
• Income generation
• Knowledge of the Women’s Sector
• Property and premises management.
People from Black and minority ethnic groups are currently under-represented on CARA’s Board of Trustees, and we particularly welcome applications from people from these groups. Applications from survivors of sexual violence or child sexual abuse are always welcome.
All members of CARA’s Board of Trustees are required to make a minimum commitment to the organisation. This includes attendance at Trustees meetings, which are held every other month, starting at 7.30pm. Meetings are usually held on Zoom, but occasional travel to Colchester for face-to-face meetings is also required.
All trustee appointments will be conditional on an enhanced DBS (Disclosure and Barring Service) check, and satisfactory references.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Trustees (Voluntary) – Family Lives
Are you ready to make a meaningful impact as part of a dedicated and active team overseeing the vital work of a leading family support charity?
About the charity
At Family Lives, we recognize the challenges that families face, addressing issues ranging from parenting skills and family breakdown to challenging relationships, bullying, debt, and overall emotional, physical, and mental well-being.
We are committed to ensuring families have access to a range of family support when they need it, in particular in the early years and to connecting families to their wider communities.
About the candidate
We are actively seeking new trustees who share our values and are passionate about supporting parents, carers and families. While considering all candidates, we are particularly interested to hear from individuals skills or experience in:
• Proven experience in leading and implementing digital transformation initiatives,
• Knowledge and experience in family law or policy development,
• Understanding and experience in child safeguarding, social work and parent support,
• Track record in engaging and understanding in local authority commissioning processes,
• Knowledge of governance structures and practices within charitable organisations,
• Financial acumen including budget oversight and financial strategy development,
• Expertise in fundraising, cultivating donor relationships and diversifying funding streams,
• Background in academic or research settings contributing to evidence-based decision making.
About the role
As a Trustee you will:
• Understand the mission, priorities, and strategic objectives of Family Lives.
• Play an active role in developing and guiding strategy.
• Provide supportive leadership to the Chief Executive.
• Monitor the performance of the Chief Executive and the organization.
• Evaluate current and future risks, taking action to minimize them.
• Contribute to debates and discussions.
• Attend at least four Board meetings a year and the Board Away Day.
• Bring your area of interest/expertise/awareness relevant to the organization’s work.
Join us in creating a positive impact on families' lives and be a crucial part of our mission to build better family lives together.
The Board meets 6 times a year either virtually, in central London, or at Family Lives’ offices in Hatfield, Hertfordshire, and there is an annual Away Day. In addition, there are committees to which you will be invited to join. Trusteeship is unpaid, however expenses incurred can be reimbursed.
Advice for applicants:
Please visit our website to obtain the job description, full person specification, and the link to apply using our online system.
Deadline for applications: Sunday, 28th April 2024
Interview date: to be held in May/June.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.