Learning and Development Manager - Bring SUNSHINE To London (VOLUNTEER ROLE)

Empower the Change-Makers: Become our Learning & Development Manager

Location: Remote / Hybrid

Commitment: 2–4 hours per week

Behind every life-changing connection is a volunteer who felt prepared.

At SUNSHINE, our volunteers are the heart of everything we do. But to spread joy and community spirit effectively, they need more than just a kind heart—they need the right tools, the right skills, and the confidence to handle any situation.

We are a 100% volunteer-led start-up, and we are looking for a visionary Learning & Development Manager to build our "SUNSHINE Academy." You will be the one who ensures our team is the most prepared, safe, and empowered volunteer force in London.

The Role: You Are the Educator

As our L&D Manager, you are the architect of our volunteer experience. You will plan, create, and lead the training pathways that turn a passionate individual into a skilled SUNSHINE ambassador.

You will lead the charge on our core training pillars:

• The Warm Welcome: Designing our Volunteer Induction to ignite passion from day one.

• The Safety Net: Leading on vital Safeguarding, Confidentiality, and First Aid training.

• The Skillset: Developing workshops on Befriending Skills, active listening, and building connection.

• The Resilience: Equipping our team with the tools to handle Challenging Behaviour and Conflict with empathy and calm.

You will be the one who:

• Identifies the Need: Spotting the skills gaps in our team and creating training to fill them.

• Creates the Content: Designing engaging, accessible workshops and digital learning resources.

• Manages the Delivery: Organizing training schedules and bringing in external experts when needed.

• Builds Confidence: Ensuring every volunteer feels "SUNSHINE-ready" before they head out to help those facing isolation.

Is This You?

• You are a natural teacher or trainer who loves helping people grow.

• You have experience in HR, L&D, teaching, or corporate training.

• You believe that knowledge is power and that a well-trained volunteer is a happy volunteer.

• You are organised, creative, and empathetic, able to turn complex topics (like Safeguarding) into clear, actionable learning.

Why Join SUNSHINE?

In a 100% volunteer-led charity, your impact is doubled. By training one volunteer, you are indirectly helping dozens of lonely people. You will have the creative freedom to build a training department from scratch, using your professional skills to create a legacy of excellence. You’ll be a key leader in our start-up, ensuring that as SUNSHINE grows, our quality and safety remain world-class.

Help us build a team that shines brighter.

Kindness is a gift. Skill is a tool. Help us give our volunteers both.

Apply Now

Join us and help us train the team that ends loneliness.

SUNSHINE

The Loneliness and Wellbeing Charity