Sustainability volunteer roles
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Our partner is an impactful women’s rights organisation working to empower women, offering them agency promoting gender equality in public policy. They are currently facing financial pressures and are seeking the support of an experienced finance professional, working alongside the Director of Operations.
Your role will be to:
- Assess their financial sustainability, reviewing existing financial analysis and cost recovery model, highlighting immediate areas of concern to address, and advising on how to continue operations.
- Evaluate core costs (including overhead and hosting fee costs) and identify what is affordable/a target overhead % for the organisation to maintain, and potential cost-saving opportunities
- Suggest actionable strategies to strengthen long-term financial health
- Help build a realistic and practical plan to address financial constraints
- Improve cost recovery on grants
This is a pro bono role. They are looking for someone able to start immediately, offering 4 hours of support a week over a period of 4 weeks. They will also be open to someone working from their office in London.
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Videographer needed for the 2025 Big Syn Int. Film Festival & Awards - the World's Biggest Sustainability Film Festival. Ideally available on 17th Oct, 7th Nov, 14th Nov.
What will you be doing?
Please could you indicate in your response if you are available on ALL or SOME these days at the times.
17th Oct, 10.30- 11.30 am at Piccadilly Lights (Piccadilly Circus, London)
7th Nov 2.30-7pm at Curzon Soho, London.
14th Nov 10.30-11.30 am at Piccadilly Lights (Piccadilly Circus, London)
NOTE: Videographers should have their own kit, including (ideally) decent lighting gear for indoor event lighting for red carpet on 7th Nov in Curzon Soho (e.g light box etc). enquire for more details if unsure.
A great opportunity for a professional videographer to contribute to a growing movement in its 7th year , facilitating creativity bring positive changes all around us.
Your photographs and videos can inspire millions to participate at the festival.
You will be capturing all of the best moments of the festival starting from opening of the festival at one of London's icon site. Capture interviews of leaders and celebrities. Cover the screening and awards at the red-carpet awards function to be attended by OSCAR and BAFTA winning celebrities, leaders in sustainability, leading industry professionals and many more.
- You may cover interviews with leaders and celebs at the screenings and awards in Oct/Nov (subject to your availability) .
- If you can edit the videos as well that's a bonus (not mandatory).
- You should have your own or have access to minimum gears such as camera, small portable lights etc.
Please apply with portfolio.
What are we looking for?
- You should be an experienced videographer
- Video and photo editing skills desirable
- Have own gear and software
- Open to feedback
- Flexible and available as required.
What difference will you make?
At least 85% of people who first came to learn about the UN SDGs via the film festival were not aware of those at all, until now! This can give you an idea of the need for this initiative to educate the common man about the UN SDGs, its significance and the importance of inspiring them to act on the UN SDGs.
Your initiatives will ensure that the film festival gets even more notoriety and visibility, thus improving its ability to educate more people about the UN SDGs, boost the festival's public profile, increase the festival's participation, and enhance the support from individuals and organisations.
Our mission: Facilitate the responsible creation and evolution of products, practices and policies.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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ReviveBattery
ReviveBattery mitigate the early death of lead-acid batteries and regenerate them 2-3 times for up to 90% of their original capacity. In the process, they reduce 3.5 tons of Co2 emissions per battery. Battery recycling is an emission-intensive chemical process that causes environmental damage and harms people engaging with it. Their cutting-edge technology rejuvenates batteries without damaging them, reducing greenhouse gas emissions and avoiding the need for energy-intensive recycling.
Research Assistant
About Us:
Revive Battery is a cutting-edge battery regeneration company dedicated to transforming the energy sector with sustainable solutions. We specialize in extending battery life, reducing waste, and minimizing the environmental impact of lead-acid batteries through our innovative regeneration technology. Our mission is to support a global transition to circular energy systems. We welcome Erasmus+ and international student interns who are passionate about sustainability. Join us in shaping a sustainable and data-driven energy future.
Role Overview
We are looking for a Research Assistant to join our R&D and innovation team. This internship offers an exciting opportunity to contribute to ongoing projects focused on battery regeneration, material characterization, and sustainability analytics.
The role is ideal for someone passionate about science, technology, and sustainability who wants to gain hands-on experience supporting applied research in a cleantech startup environment. You’ll work closely with our engineers and environmental analysts to collect data, support experiments, and contribute to technical documentation that helps drive innovation forward.
- Data Collection & Analysis: Assist in gathering, cleaning, and interpreting experimental and field data related to battery performance and regeneration.
- Conduct market research to identify key trends, potential clients, and emerging applications for battery regeneration technology.
- Literature Review: Research academic papers, patents, and reports on battery regeneration, electrochemistry, and circular economy models.
- Technical Documentation: Help draft reports, research summaries, and data sheets for internal use and project submissions.
- Synthesize findings from technical and market research to contribute to business development reports and strategy presentations.
- Experiment Support: Assist in preparing and monitoring lab experiments under supervision.
- Cross-Team Collaboration: Work with R&D, sustainability, and business teams to connect research findings with operational applications.
- Knowledge Management: Maintain organized research databases and ensure accurate record-keeping.
Qualifications
- Currently enrolled or recently completed a Bachelor’s or Master’s program in Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, Materials Science, Environmental Science, Physics, or related fields.
- Strong interest in sustainability, energy storage, and clean technology.
- Analytical and detail-oriented mindset with solid problem-solving skills.
- Basic knowledge of data analysis tools (Excel, Python, or MATLAB).
- Previous experience in laboratory work or data analysis is a plus.
- Fluent in English (written and spoken).
What We Offer
- Practical experience in research, data analysis, and sustainability innovation.
- Exposure to real-world cleantech applications in energy storage and circular systems.
- Mentorship and guidance from scientists, engineers, and technical experts.
- Opportunity to contribute directly to research that drives measurable environmental impact.
- Certificate of completion and reference letter upon successful internship.
- A collaborative, international, and mission-driven work culture that values curiosity and initiative.
Minimum Hours per Week:
10+ hours per week
Duration:
6+ months
We connect professionals with impact startups matching their causes, skills & schedule.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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Exciting opportunity to Chaperone at the gala awards ceremony of the World's biggest sustainability film fest & awards at Curzon Soho on 7th Nov b/w 2-6.30pm.
What will you be doing?
The role requires you to be available on 7th Nov b/w 2-6.30pm.
This is a great opportunity to participate in a global event organised by a United Nation CSO that is reaching millions in over 120 countries.
We are looking for volunteers with the following attributes:
- Have experience of chaperoning/have a chaperone licence and hold a current DBS check
- Experienced in chaperoning young adults in theatre, or events (preferred)
- Aware of Safeguarding in an arts, charity or education environment
- Able to act on their own initiative and as part of a team
- Confidential with sensitive issues and information
- Able to provide equal and fair treatment and opportunity for all
- Able to care for individual/s under their care at all time.
What are we looking for?
- Current DBS certificate (essential)
- Reliable and punctual, with good communication skills
- Experience of working with children and young people
- Respectful of others and their diversity
- Interested in supporting the work of a United Nations CSO and want to make a difference to peoples lives via the event.
What difference will you make?
At least 85% of people who first came to learn about the UN SDGs via the film festival were not aware of those at all, until now! This can give you an idea of the need for this initiative to educate the common man about the UN SDGs, its significance and the importance of inspiring them to act on the UN SDGs.
Your initiatives will ensure that the film festival gets even more notoriety and visibility, thus improving its ability to educate more people about the UN SDGs, boost the festival's public profile, increase the festival's participation, and enhance the support from individuals and organisations.
The role will provide you the opportunity to:
- Be part of a world leading black-tie event and gala awards with red carpet reception
- A great experience to work as a part of a team to deliver the event
- Contribute towards the success of an event with over 250 guests from media, press, policy, corporates and films
- Gain experience of working at a large event and great reference from a UN CSO for assisting young people under your care during the event.
Our mission: Facilitate the responsible creation and evolution of products, practices and policies.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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Are you passionate about birth rights and positive birth experiences? We are seeking new trustees to join our board.
At The Birth Partner Project, our vision is that no-one should face birth alone. We provide volunteer birthing partners, particularly to people seeking sanctuary, across Cardiff.
We are currently making big strides to develop our small charity so it's fit for the future focusing on excellence, sustainability and growth. We are looking for dynamic and committed new trustees to join our existing team.
We are particularly keen to hear from people who have expertise in financial management, employment law, marketing & communications, and technology. We are also interested to hear from experienced midwives who have an interest in our work.
In your covering letter, please tell us how you think your values align with our work.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Join us in making a positive impact on young people, meeting employers’ skills needs, and supporting our communities. Help set the strategic direction of our college, drive innovation, and support our commitment to inclusivity and sustainability. We have two immediate vacancies and one or two further opportunities arising in 2026.
Governors are voluntary, non-executive board members who contribute their expertise, working constructively with the executive to set strategic direction, assess performance and ensure financial sustainability. You’ll work with a dedicated team, receive training and support, and gain insights into strategic business leadership. You’ll attend 2-3 board/committee meetings per academic term.
We’re seeking people with the enthusiasm and commitment to share their knowledge and experience to support the mission, leadership, governance of our college in an ever-evolving education environment. We believe in the strength of a diverse governing body and welcome applicants with varied backgrounds who bring fresh perspectives.
We particularly welcome professional expertise in:
- Education – especially post-16 (FE/ HE)
- Financial oversight (commercial or public sector)
- Chairing a board or leading a complex organisation
- Legal
- Board-level governance
- Sustainability
- Property and land management
We also value experience in sectors linked to our curriculum offer or knowledge of our local and regional stakeholders.
Read our candidate information pack for more information about the role and time commitment.
To apply for this opportunity or for an informal discussion, please visit our Governance site.
The applications closing day is Wednesday 5 November 2025 (midnight).
Raising Aspirations, Unlocking Potential, Advancing Futures
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Board positions at Claremont Project (Islington)
Roles available: 1) Chair of the Board; 2) Trustee positions
Are you passionate about improving health and wellbeing outcomes, especially for older people? Do you value the “magic dust” of real human relationship?
Claremont Project is a mental health, arts and wellbeing charity based in Angel, Islington. We are seeking Trustees and also a Chair of the Board, to strengthen our charity as we step into our next chapter.
About us
Claremont has been around since 1907 and serves mostly older people through a powerful blend of social prescribing, low-cost psychotherapy and a programme of arts and wellbeing activities.
Claremont is a place of innovation and creativity, underpinned by a Relational Approach which emphasises real listening, self-awareness and an awareness of how we are being in relation to other people. We were the UK’s first Wellbeing Centre long before the term was ubiquitous; and in 1920s and 30s we ran programmes that became models for the Welfare State. At our beautiful and well-loved building at 24-27 White Lion Street, we nurture a vibrant, inclusive community, underpinned by our conviction that everybody matters.
About the roles
The Board of Trustees has overall responsibility for Claremont and ensures the charity is doing what it was set up to do. As set out by the Charity Commission, Trustees at Claremont are responsible for:
·Advancing the charitable purposes of Claremont and ensuring we carry out its purposes for public benefit.
·Ensuring Claremont complies with its governing document and the law.
·Acting in Claremont’s best interests.
·Managing Claremont’s resources responsibly.
·Acting with reasonable care and skill.
·Ensuring that Claremont is accountable as a charity.
We are seeking to appoint two or three trustees, and also a Chair of the Board. We are seeking board members are passionate about our mission, vision and values; who have governance experience within charities; and who can think strategically as part of a team.
Between them, our Board of Trustees has knowledge, expertise and skills that cover a range of areas. Alongside a broad competence in charity governance, it would be desirable if candidates had skills that could help us fill the following gaps:
·Fundraising
·Psychotherapy (with understanding of an existentialist approach if possible)
·Buildings maintenance and retrofit
·Maximising income from office lettings and halls/room hire
·Public donations and legacies
·Dementia risk reduction and brain health
·Environmental sustainability and climate readiness
Strong candidates will have experience and competence in one or several of these areas, as well as having a certain “Claremontiness” – aspirational and personal qualities which embody a genuine relational approach to life.
Time commitment (Trustee roles):Quarterly Board meetings (held in the evenings), plus emails and optional committee work.
Time commitment (Chair role): In addition to the Trustee duties above, a fortnightly meeting with the CEO during office hours, plus ad hoc phone calls and emails (including during office hours).
Claremont is a community where people from all backgrounds are loved and wanted, and which is diverse in terms of characteristics like race and ethnicity, gender, disability and socioeconomic status. We warmly welcome applications from people coming from all walks of life, particularly those from backgrounds that have been historically underrepresented on charity boards.
Please note:
·You must be 18 or over and must not be disqualified from acting or as a Trustee and declare any conflict of interest while carrying out the duties of a Trustee.
·This is a voluntary position, but reasonable expenses are reimbursed
Claremont Project aims to enrich the lives of older adults by fostering creativity, connection, and wellbeing.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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Volunteer with The Remakery Oxford
Who we are
A community-driven organisation, our mission at Remakery Oxford is to foster a circular economy approach to waste in Oxford. Through creativity, skill-sharing and collaboration, we transform waste into art and function, providing an antidote to fast fashion and single-use culture.
Our focus is to help shift mindsets around sustainability, consumption and top-down mass production. Through workshops, talks and podcasts, we encourage experimentation, social innovation and education, driving forward the idea that anyone can curate art, function and fashion with minimal planetary impact.
Our next goal is to establish a studio for those who lack the space and tools to work independently. With the support of our volunteer team we hope to provide a collaborative space in exchange for skills sharing in the community.
Our values
- Disruption: We believe in challenging current systems and ideologies and encouraging community members to be agents for change.
- Collaboration: We are a community-driven organisation with a focus on learning and growing together.
- Open-mindedness: We firmly believe that change comes about through experimentation
- Curiosity: We foster creativity and continuous learning.
- Respect: We respect people and the planet, championing fairness and resourcefulness.
Where we are now
We have run several successful events and have developed a modest but engaged follower base. We currently have a small but well-established volunteer team alongside a growing newsletter community and a few established local partnerships.
What we have achieved:
- Two successful Upcycle fairs
- A variety of workshops (e.g., upcycled jewellery, jeans-to-totes, low-impact film development).
- Built a community of remakers and trash artists
We are keen to explore new activities, circularity at their core, that can maximise our impact in Oxford.
What we need help with
We have flexible volunteer opportunities for anyone who shares our passion for circularity and is willing to uphold our values. It may suit you if you work part time, are out of work, are retired, on parental leave or are a student. There's no minimum time commitment.
We are looking for volunteers in these areas:
Running Events - Creative types who want to run workshops and other events themed around circularity, reuse, repair and reimagination.
Marketing, Content & Outreach - Social Media, Creative Writing, Video Editing, Infographics, Event Promotion.
Organising Events - Planning, Promoting, Venues, Flyers, Coordinating attendance.
Community & Partnerships - University, Families, Schools, Artists & Makers, Corporate Outreach, Fundraising Support.
Tech & Digital - Website creation and management, eCommerce setup, launch and support.
Circular Projects - Local grower & composter roles, waste hub, circular systems experiments.
We have roles which can be handled remotely as well as in person.
What's in it for you
You'll gain experience in sustainability, circular design, and community building while contributing to a purpose-driven organisation. You'll connect with like-minded makers, artists, and changemakers, with flexible hours to fit around your other commitments.
Most important is an abundance of passion, energy and enthusiasm for circularity and making a positive impact in the community.
How to apply
Send us your application and please tell us:
- Your interests and relevant skills
- Availability
- Why you'd like to join us
We would love to have you as part of our growing community.
The Remakery Oxford is a collaboration between artists, makers, and the local community focused on transforming waste into function, form and art.




Lead the transformation of communities and climate action as Chair of one of the North East's most impactful charities standing for social impact and environmental sustainability.
Location: Meetings take place Trust’s Head Office at Parsons Court, Newton Aycliffe; The Greenhouse, Annfield Plain, Stanley, Co Durham
Closing date: Monday 3rd November
Who we are
For over three decades, Groundwork North East & Cumbria has stood for environmental sustainability and social impact. Our work spans five strategic growth areas: nature-based solutions that restore biodiversity and tackle flooding; youth employment programmes that provide skills and pathways into green careers; green teams and land management that transform neglected spaces; health and wellbeing initiatives that connect people with nature; and energy efficiency programmes that tackle fuel poverty while reducing carbon emissions.
Our mission is simple but profound: create better places, improve people’s prospects, and promote greener lifestyles. We believe that within every community, however disadvantaged, there is deep pride, resilience, and potential. Our role is to harness that pride and unlock that passion, delivering projects and programmes that not only change lives now but also make our communities more sustainable, inclusive, and resilient for the future.
As part of the Groundwork Federation, we are uniquely positioned as an environmental and community-focused charity dedicated to creating thriving places where people and nature flourish together. We work across both urban and rural communities throughout North East England and Cumbria to tackle inequalities, address climate and nature challenges, and empower individuals to improve their lives, neighbourhoods, and local economies.
We deliver outcomes that matter: energy-saving advice to thousands of households, targeted employment and youth programmes, landscape design and environmental restoration, community food growing projects, and nature-based solutions that benefit both people and wildlife. Through our Greenhouse Business Centre and Land of Oak & Iron Heritage Centre, we also operate successful social enterprises that generate income to reinvest in our charitable work.
About the role
We are seeking an exceptional leader to chair our Board of Trustees as we embark on our ambitious five-year strategy with our goal to achieve net-zero by 2030 while transforming lives region-wide. This is a pivotal moment in our journey, and we need someone who can guide us through this transformational phase.
As Chair, you will work closely with our Chief Executive, Steve Roberts and fellow Trustees to ensure the Trust fulfils its charitable objectives, maintains strong stakeholder trust, and delivers on our strategic ambitions. You will lead 4-6 board meetings annually, foster board development, and represent Groundwork externally as our ambassador.
The role involves ensuring robust governance standards, overseeing financial sustainability, and maintaining effective risk management frameworks. You will serve as a trusted advisor to the executive team, offering strategic counsel while ensuring clear boundaries between governance and executive management.
Who we are looking for
We need a Chair who genuinely understands what good governance looks like and can help us maintain the highest standards while supporting our ambitious growth plans. You will have demonstrable experience in senior leadership or governance roles, bringing strategic vision and the natural ability to facilitate constructive board discussions that drive real outcomes.
More than technical expertise, we are looking for someone who can inspire others and build relationships across diverse stakeholders. You will have natural leadership presence and the confidence to represent Groundwork externally with authenticity. Your diplomatic and empathetic communication style will enable meaningful engagement with people from all backgrounds, from local communities to government ministers.
We seek someone who can create an inclusive board culture where every voice is heard and valued. You will be skilled at fostering cohesion among trustees while ensuring collective accountability for our performance and impact.
Above all, we need someone who shares our genuine passion for environmental and social justice. You will have a heartfelt commitment to creating a more sustainable and inclusive society where communities can thrive. Whether through direct lived experience or professional background, you understand the challenges facing disadvantaged communities and believe in the transformative power of local action.
- Time commitment
The time commitment includes preparation for and attendance at quarterly board meetings, committee work, and external representation as appropriate. You will also spend time building relationships with fellow trustees and the executive team between formal meetings. Usually, the Chair of Groundwork North East & Cumbria sits on Groundwork UK’s Federation Board, which meets four times a year.
Many previous Chairs describe the experience as deeply rewarding, offering the opportunity to make a meaningful difference while developing leadership skills and building relationships with diverse professional and civic leaders.
If you believe in harnessing local pride and practical action to make green, fair and resilient communities a reality, we would love to hear from you.
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Applications for this role close at 9 a.m. Monday 3rd November.
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We’re looking for strategic thinkers with integrity, purpose and a heart for service. This is more than a governance role; it’s a chance to lead with vision and make a lasting impact on young lives.
What will you be doing?
We’re especially keen to hear from individuals with experience in:
- Risk Management & Compliance
- Audit & Assurance
- Financial Strategy
- Educational Leadership
- Sustainability
What are we looking for?
We are looking for people who share our values and have a passion for improving the lives of the children and young people we serve. We are looking for people who have the enthusiasm and commitment to our ambition to go from "good to great".
We’re especially keen to hear from individuals with experience in:
- Risk Management & Compliance
- Audit & Assurance
- Financial Strategy
- Educational Leadership
- Sustainability
What difference will you make?
The role of trustee comes with ample rewards: You will be able to draw on your professional and life experiences to steer the strategy, support success and shape lives.
Before you apply
Please apply through Reach in the first instance. Shortlisted candidates will be asked to complete our additional application form.
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Help us to grow brand-new online charity platform A Good Thing! Come on board to help us manage relationships with the businesses that have joined us: use your communications skills to drive more businesses to engage with the platform and to make donations of things they no longer need.
A Good Thing is a not-for-profit set up with one mission: to send less to landfill, and more to a good cause. We're rolling out fast across the UK, momentum is building, and we're growing a network of passionate local volunteer champions right across the country to drive our growth.
You’ll be using both your communications skills and your project management expertise to help us grow the number of businesses engaging with the platform and giving things away.
Come with us on our journey towards reducing waste and boosting wonderful local charities at the same time.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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People & HR Director – Filling Good (Sustainable Retail Community Benefit Society)
Location: Remote/Hybrid – Maidenhead, Berkshire
Commitment: Voluntary (Approx. 4 hrs/week)
Application Deadline:We will interview candidates as we receive applications of interest
Start Date: ASAP
About Filling Good
Filling Good is a community-led sustainable retail community benefit society on a mission to reduce waste, promote ethical consumption, and support local, eco-conscious producers. Based in Maidenhead, we are passionate about empowering our members and customers to live more sustainably. As a co-operative, we are owned and governed by our members and guided by values of fairness, transparency, and social impact.
Main purpose of the job
Recognising the primary importance of our volunteers, be responsible for all people-related issues and processes to do with volunteers, members, work experience and paid staff and occasional assistance with Duke of Edinburgh students.
This position is a volunteer position.
Key tasks
- Be responsible for recruitment and for issuing and maintaining contracts
- Members: manage membership lifecycle, from registration to end of membership: welcome emails, renewals, communication of information relating to training and the shop
- Maintain and when required be responsible for operating the grievance, disciplinary, and safeguarding procedures
- Make sure that the Filling Good community is nurtured with get togethers, laughs, etc…
- Training for volunteers
- Documenting organization and job descriptions
Ideal candidate:
- You have experience in HR and people-related processes.
- You have a good understanding of retail and shop floor working and the best approach to working with volunteers.
- You have about 4 hours per week to dedicate to the position, including some regular board meetings.
As a not-for-profit Community Benefit Society, our mission is to reduce waste, promote ethical consumption & support local, eco-conscious producers.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
About The Role
Volunteers are integral to the running of our Welney reserve and visitor centre and without their help we wouldn’t be able to welcome our visitors to this amazing 1300 acre wetland of international importance. Our volunteer team are friendly and committed, and say they benefit by gaining new experiences, meeting new people and sharing the story of our work.
At WWT Welney Wetland Centre we want to ensure that our visitors receive a warm, friendly welcome to ensure they have a memorable visit to our Visitor Centre and Reserve. In this role, you will be helping to bring people of all ages and backgrounds closer to wetland wildlife, by providing assistance for visitors to explore the reserve and learn about WWT’s pioneering wetland conservation work, to save wetlands for wildlife and people. In this role you will support the delivery of a range of interactive visitor engagement activities, including guided walks, and other seasonal activities, drawing people in by telling engaging stories about our work and inspiring people to support us as members of the WWT.
On a day-to-day basis, you’ll be answering visitor questions, helping them to navigate the reserve, and identifying basic wildlife. You'll get regular briefings to keep you up to date with what's going on at the centre, and we can offer coaching to help you feel more confident talking to our visitors and leading guided activities.
Volunteers are an essential part of the WWT team. You'll get a warm welcome, including information on training, equipment and anything else you need.
If you are interested in volunteering for WWT but don't wish to apply online, please email us or leave us a message.
About You
This role will suit you if you have a positive, friendly, can-do attitude and are committed to delivering excellent customer service. Welney has a close-working team, however, the ability to work under your own initiative and being self-motivated during quieter times is also needed. You’ll have a real interest in and enthusiasm for WWT’s work, nature and the outdoors and can share this with others. Having, or being happy to develop, the confidence to engage our visitors simply and effectively around their needs is also a key part of this role, being a good communicator in English (other languages are also useful!).
About Us
We’re WWT, and we’re on a mission to restore the super-powered ecosystems we call wetlands. There’s never been a more important moment for our work, and we’ve got some phenomenal people on the case.
Whether they’re taking a new visitor under their wing, or conducting ground-breaking research further afield, our team are second to none. And there’s nothing we love more than watching them soar.
Whatever you do here, you’ll be helping to restore wetlands and unlock their power. So, the only question left is, what role will you play?
Why you'll love volunteering at WWT
- Feel good knowing you are helping to restore wetlands, and our world
- Be surrounded and inspired by like-minded wetland lovers
- Hear from the people who inject their energy, passion and expertise into wetlands and wildlife - talks, walks, webinars, tea and cake...
- Free entry to all our wetland centres, including your family
- Volunteer discount on shopping and memberships
- Access to webinars and practical information to help you manage daily life
Practicalities
Where will you be based? Welney Wetland Centre
Who will you volunteer with? Visitor Engagement Team, Events & Marketing Officer
Time commitment? We are looking for volunteers who can ideally commit to one day a week on a regular basis. Shifts are from 9.15am to 3pm, with suitable breaks. However, we will mutually agree the hours that you can contribute.
We want your volunteering to be a positive and fun experience. You’ll get a warm welcome, including information on training, equipment and other information you need. This will include risk assessments based on your role and any particular support you need. Volunteers receive access to our sites, and discounts in our shops and cafes. Some roles include a uniform or require the use of equipment or protective clothing. If you are based at a particular site or office location, you’ll need to be able to get yourself there and back. Information on locations can be found on our website. We will keep you up to date with what’s happening across WWT and the difference you will be helping to make happen.
We look forward to hearing from you!
Restore Wetlands and Unlock their Power





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Exciting opportunity as Chair of trustees of a small and dynamic arts and crafts re-use charity in SW London looking to take the charity forward and grow and diversify its income streams.The Chair will join an established and small board of trustees and must be experienced in leading a board in terms of strategy, risk and planning, financial governance, building positive relationships, one-to-one reviews with trustees to bring out the best in them, building the board and growing the charity's impact.
The Chair will have a wide-ranging impact, shaping the charity's strategic direction and helping it achieve the charity's mission to promote artful re-use of waste materials diverted from landfiil and incineration for use with a wide range of beneficiaries for artistic, educational, recreational or therapeutic benefit throughout south-west London. Your leadership will ensure that the charity provides and extends its range of support and services to existing and future beneficiaries and maintains its role as an active participant in the circular economy.
Please apply with a cover letter detailing why you are interested in this role, your relevant experience and include your CV. The role becomes vacant end November 2025 and shortlisted candidates will be able to take their application forward initially with a Zoom chat and progress to a face-to-face meeting with all trustees.
NB. We have a commitment to diversity and inclusion.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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Filling Good is a community-led sustainable retail community benefit society on a mission to reduce waste, promote ethical consumption, and support local, eco-conscious producers. Based in Maidenhead, we are passionate about empowering our members and customers to live more sustainably. As a co-operative, we are owned and governed by our members and guided by values of fairness, transparency, and social impact.
We are looking for volunteer retail assistants to help run the shop. The shifts are from 9.45 am until 1.45 pm or 1.30 pm to 5.30 pm and we are open Tuesday to Saturday 10 - 5 (and on Sundays but shorter hours). You will be serving customers, refilling food dispensers, receiving and processing deliveries, liaising with other volunteers and helping make Maidenhead residents follow a more sustainable lifestyle.
Volunteering in the shop will entitle you to a discount on your shopping and you will meet lots of other environmentally friendly, lovely people.
Feel free to pop in for an informal chat or if you have any other questions
As a not-for-profit Community Benefit Society, our mission is to reduce waste, promote ethical consumption & support local, eco-conscious producers.
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