Teaching Volunteer Roles in Greater London

�� Target Audience

Calling all advertising firms, graduate forums, business marketing schools, and graphic design students! IHF believes in a "pass it on" philosophy, where education is a shared gift for all. Our mission is not only to educate the poor but also to educate the world about poverty. Join us in striving for a world where leaders and citizens are truly knowledgeable about the challenges faced by the world's poor.

�� Our Philosophy

Those who have received a free education at IHF pass it on by teaching, interacting, and learning. With just a few hours a week, our volunteers, children, and sponsors are changing the world. IHF is a non-religious, non-political, non-profit organization dedicated to equal opportunity and preserving the rich cultures, traditions, and beliefs of marginalized communities.

�� Opportunity for Local Volunteers

IHF is currently seeking Local Volunteers for our International Fundraising Team. This position provides global training and connections from our center, allowing you to contribute at your own convenience. Join our diverse community and form teams essential to our Children’s Homes and Community Centers.

�� What You'll Gain

• Broaden your understanding of international non-profit fundraising.

• Boost your CV with hands-on experience in public relations, advertising, business marketing, and graphic design.

• Make a difference in the lives of those in need while gaining valuable skills.

�� How to Apply

Visit our website to apply and share your CV. Expect our team to reach out to you within 24 hours.

�� Contact Us

For any inquiries, connect with our Volunteer Team 

�� Join IHF - Where Local Efforts Create a Global Impact! ��

Unleash Your HR Skills & Help Children Thrive Globally: Volunteer with IHF!

Do you want to make a difference while developing valuable HR skills? Join the International Humanity Foundation's online Human Resources team and support our mission to educate and empower marginalized children worldwide.

Choose your adventure! We offer diverse teams within HR, allowing you to explore and learn:

• Application Processing & Background Checks: Become the "door to IHF," reviewing applications and setting up interviews.

• Applicant Interviews: Hone your communication and interviewing skills while gaining insights into diverse cultures.

• IHF Global Calendar & Time Management: Master the art of global scheduling and time management.

• Member Services: Applicant Team Placement & Training: Learn best practices in volunteer training and motivation.

• Leadership Training and Management: Develop valuable leadership skills to facilitate diverse teams.

• Online Outreach: Expand your network and learn how to connect with global talent effectively.

• University Relations: Collaborate with universities to recruit passionate volunteers.

• Networking Team: Connect with other inspiring organizations making a positive impact.

• Travel Industry, Eco Tourism & Applicants: Tickets, Visa Coordination: Learn the "ins and outs" of travel logistics for volunteers.

• MOUs, Contracts: Gain Einblick into volunteer onboarding and contract management.

Benefits:

• Gain practical HR skills applicable to any career path.

• Contribute to a meaningful cause impacting children's lives.

• Connect with a global community of passionate volunteers.

• Enhance your CV and social media & public relations skills.

• Work remotely with flexible hours.

Ready to start your HR journey with IHF?

• Visit our Website

• Upload your CV.

• Our team will reach out within 24 hours.

Join us and make a difference, one skill at a time!

Unleash Your Passion, Volunteer Online with IHF!

Make a difference from anywhere in the world: Join the International Humanity Foundation (IHF) and help us empower marginalized children and communities. We offer flexible online volunteering opportunities in four exciting divisions:

A. Human Resources (HR): Master essential HR skills while supporting our global team. Assist with applications, interviews, calendars, and more.

B. Finance: Gain valuable financial experience while managing funds responsibly. Help us track donations, process grants, and ensure financial stability.

C. Education & Administration: Make a lasting impact on children's lives. Develop curricula, mentor youth, and contribute to various educational projects.

D. Media & PR: Share our stories and amplify our impact. Use your talents in media, graphics, translation, or writing to connect with the world.

Benefits:

• Make a real difference: Contribute to a meaningful cause and change lives.

• Gain valuable skills: Enhance your knowledge and develop new abilities.

• Connect with a global community: Collaborate with passionate volunteers from diverse backgrounds.

• Flexible and rewarding: Volunteer from the comfort of your home on your own schedule.

No matter your experience, you can make a contribution! We welcome individuals with various skills and levels of expertise.

Ready to join us?

Visit our website to learn more and apply

Together, let's create a brighter future for all!

Overview

Elevate your impact by joining the International Humanity Foundation (IHF), a distinguished 501(c)(3) International Non-profit, on a mission since 2001. We are actively seeking accomplished Graphic Design Firms and Individual At-Home Volunteers to join our dynamic Graphic Design Team. For over two decades, IHF has relentlessly pursued its mission to educate marginalized children, nurture communities, and enlighten global citizens about the realities of marginalized communities. Your creative prowess can make a significant difference in our global initiatives!

�� Our Commitment to Transparency

At IHF, we stand on the pillars of absolute transparency and unwavering dedication from hundreds of unpaid volunteers worldwide. Embrace a unique opportunity to leverage your creative skills and visual communication expertise to give voice to the voiceless.

��️ Volunteer Responsibilities

As an At-Home Graphic Designer, you'll collaborate directly with the Director of Fundraising and Marketing. Your responsibilities include:

• Elevating visual content for social media platforms and website design in collaboration with the Media Team.

• Crafting impactful materials for the Fundraising Team, from eye-catching posters to compelling infographics.

• Pioneering original campaign materials for volunteer recruitment.

�� What We Offer

• IHF provides comprehensive support and background information for your success in this position.

• Gain practical experience with an international organization, contributing to global marketing efforts.

• Join a distinguished network of IHF volunteers, augmenting your graphics CV while making a tangible difference in children's lives.

�� Eligibility Criteria

We seek individuals committed to dedicating a minimum of 2-4 hours per month, with a fervor for visual communication and inventive thinking. Ideal candidates possess:

• Proficiency with Canvas, Adobe Photoshop, InDesign, and Illustrator (preferred).

• Strong English language skills (spoken and written).

• Proficiency in Google Suite applications (beneficial).

• Empathy for the challenges faced by impoverished children and their communities.

• Dedication to upholding our Core Values.

�� How to Apply

Submit your application and be a catalyst for positive change!
Benefits to join IHF's esteemed Graphic Design Team.

�� Join IHF - Where Your Creativity Fuels Transformative Change!

Seize this opportunity to showcase your talents on a global stage, creating a world where every child's happiness shapes a brighter tomorrow. Apply now and become the visual voice for those who need it most!

Unleash Your Passion, Volunteer Online with IHF!

Make a difference from anywhere in the world: Join the International Humanity Foundation (IHF) and help us empower marginalized children and communities. We offer flexible online volunteering opportunities in four exciting divisions:

A. Human Resources (HR): Master essential HR skills while supporting our global team. Assist with applications, interviews, calendars, and more.

B. Finance: Gain valuable financial experience while managing funds responsibly. Help us track donations, process grants, and ensure financial stability.

C. Education & Administration: Make a lasting impact on children's lives. Develop curricula, mentor youth, and contribute to various educational projects.

D. Media & PR: Share our stories and amplify our impact. Use your talents in media, graphics, translation, or writing to connect with the world.

Benefits:

• Make a real difference: Contribute to a meaningful cause and change lives.

• Gain valuable skills: Enhance your knowledge and develop new abilities.

• Connect with a global community: Collaborate with passionate volunteers from diverse backgrounds.

• Flexible and rewarding: Volunteer from the comfort of your home on your own schedule.

No matter your experience, you can make a contribution! We welcome individuals with various skills and levels of expertise.

Ready to join us?

Visit our website to learn more
Together, let's create a brighter future for all!

To support around 100 Afghan and Muslim girls, aged 8-16, from refugee communities to develop their participation in football. The project will enable them to develop football skills and knowledge, participate in games, and socialise in a female-only culturally appropriate ambience but within the wider open-access setting of public sports facilities and local parks. The project will give the girls confidence to participate, reassure their parents that their cultural practices are being respected, and increase the visibility of girls’ participation in sport among the wider community.

This project will enable these girls, who are often excluded from mainstream sport, to play football for their physical and psychological health. It challenges public stereotypes and under-representation of Afghan and Muslim girls in community sport. ACAA will create opportunities for them to play football in public spaces in West London. This volunteer will work alongside the Football Project Coordinator and Head Coach to run sessions.

Responsibilities

Assist with Training Sessions: Work alongside coaches to organize and run training sessions for young children, focusing on fundamental skills such as dribbling, passing, shooting, and basic game tactics.

Provide Support during Matches: Attend matches and provide support to both players and coaches, offering encouragement, guidance, and assistance as needed.

Promote Sportsmanship: Emphasize the importance of teamwork, respect, and sportsmanship among players, helping to create a positive and inclusive atmosphere within the club.

Ensure Safety: Prioritize the safety and well-being of children at all times, following club protocols and guidelines to minimize risks of injury during training sessions and matches.

Assist with Equipment Setup: Help set up and organize equipment, including cones, balls, and goalposts, before training sessions and matches, ensuring a smooth and efficient operation.

Encourage Participation: Encourage active participation and engagement from all players, fostering a love for the game and helping each child reach their full potential.

Communicate with Parents: Maintain open and transparent communication with parents, providing updates on their child's progress, upcoming events, and any relevant club information.

Come join our volunteering team to help change the lives of some of the most vulnerable people in society. Ranked 2023 Q3 by Best Companies as the 6th best charity to work for in the UK, Medaille Trust is one of the UK’s leading charities in the fight against modern slavery. Our innovative model is based on three principles: Prevent, Protect and Pursue.  We are one of the UK’s largest providers of survivor services, with ten safehouses and six outreach hubs, staffed round the clock by specialist staff, working with more than 600 men, women and dependent children each year.  We work to raise awareness in the UK and to provide preventive work in source countries. Our Pursue work helps survivors to engage with police and within the legal  system to seek justice and to secure convictions against their perpetrators.

We know that wellbeing is hugely important for our service users therefore, we are looking for volunteers who can deliver ad-hoc sessions in wellbeing such as yoga, pilates, meditation, facials, arts & crafts etc. This would suit someone who wants to gain volunteer experience in this sector but is unable to commit to something on a more regular basis.

Tasks will include:

•Delivering wellbeing activities for service user participation.

•Helping service users to engage within a group setting.

•To offer a safe and comfortable experience for all service users, showing awareness of service users’ varying physical and mental well-being needs.

You must have relevant qualifications and experience in activities that you will be delivering, such as yoga, facials etc.

Our volunteers come from all walks of life and have a wide range of experience and motivations. Whatever your reason for deciding to volunteer, we want to make sure you enjoy your time with us and know just how much we value your support.

This role requires maturity, and an ability to engage with female adults in a trauma informed way, while working alongside staff members to deliver the activities in line with agreed procedures and systems.

Volunteers need to:

•Be at least 18 years old

•Be female as this role is restricted for females under the Occupational Requirement under Schedule 9 (part 1) of the Equality Act 2010

•Be able to get to the venue which is based in Hillingdon.

•Be computer literate and have a good standard of spoken and written English

•Be willing to have an enhanced DBS check

•Have knowledge and understanding of human trafficking issues or willingness to learn

•Have knowledge and understanding of mental health conditions or willingness to learn

•Have an understanding of the importance of professional boundaries in the role

•Have the ability to maintain confidentiality

For full details and how to apply please visit our website and complete an application form.

Our award-winning ESOL project offers English language classes to young people at a wide range of levels. This provides vital skills, opportunities and social contact and is crucial for enabling young people to do well at school or college. 

About the Role: 

CARAS is looking for volunteer ESOL Teaching Assistants to support our face-to-face youth Digital ESOL classes in Tooting on Mondays and Wednesdays. 

Study programme in English, Maths, Digital skills and Cooking: Monday 10am to 3pm 

Study programme in English, Maths and Digital skills: Wednesday 10am to 6pm 

You can apply to volunteer in one or more sessions. Each session lasts 2 hours. 

Please note that ESOL classes do not run during school holidays, and we follow Wandsworth Council term dates.

Volunteer  tasks and responsibilities: 

Providing learners with one-to-one or small group support within ESOL classes; 

Help young people to build confidence in digital literacy; 

Helping to set up the classroom and provide learners with classroom resources; 

Helping create “learner portraits” to understand their strengths and areas of interest; 

Engaging learners in informal conversations or games during breaks to help them practice their conversational English. 

Checking the session plan aims with the lead teacher and assisting learners achieve them; 

Attending and contributing to volunteer debriefs after each session; 

Making use of any community languages you may know to help students during the class; 

Working collaboratively as a team and helping to shape the project; 

Supporting people to develop their knowledge and skills, encouraging and inspiring participants to reach their full potential; 

Assisting participants to recognise and celebrate their achievements; 

Following CARAS’ confidentiality, safeguarding, health & safety, equal opportunities, data management and all other policies as relevant. 

Requirements: 

Essential: 

To be 18 years or older; 

Able to travel to our community centre in Tooting (travel expenses can be reimbursed); 

An interest in education and English language teaching; 

To be non-judgemental and able to engage with people from diverse backgrounds; 

To be reliable and punctual; 

Excellent communication skills, especially with people who are new to English; 

The ability to volunteer on Monday mornings and Wednesday afternoons/evenings during Wandsworth term time for a minimum of three months; 

Implementing safety measures to keep classes COVID secure; 

Currently resident in the UK; 

Able to provide five years’ worth of addresses, and willing to undergo a DBS check; 

Able to attend volunteer induction training (online) prior to start of role 

Desirable: 

Knowledge of community languages, such as Arabic, Tigrinya, Amharic, Pashto, Dari, Farsi, Kurdish, Somali or Spanish. 

Through volunteering with us you will: 

Gain experience of English language teaching; 

Meet new members of your local community; 

Learn about different cultures; 

Learn about issues relating to refugees and people seeking asylum; 

Work as part of a friendly, welcoming team; 

Develop your skills and competencies; 

Be able to access relevant training, including safeguarding training. 

About CARAS: 

Community Action for Refugees and Asylum Seekers (CARAS) is a charity that supports refugees and people seeking asylum who live in south London, helping them to play their full part in the community. We offer a range of individual and group support to improve the holistic wellbeing of people who have a background of forced migration, providing them with tools to build lives filled with value, meaning and purpose in the UK. 

To Apply: 

To apply for this opportunity, download and complete the CARAS volunteer application form, using this volunteer role description to inform your answers.

Are you looking to impact a young person’s life and make a difference in the community?

Well come and join us today at The Kids Network!

What is the role

• The Kids Network is looking for committed, fun and passionate volunteers who live in or near to Lambeth to make a difference to the children of London.
• Our structured mentoring programme supports 8-11 year old's, based across London, to support with their social and emotional development before they transition into secondary school.
• As a mentor, you will hold weekly one on one sessions of 1 -3 hours. You will help to build confidence, resilience and help your mentee to manage feelings through a series of fun and positive experiences and activities.
• The weekly sessions can be flexible between weekdays and weekends.
• You will also get to meet fellow adults in your community through our peer network.
• All volunteers will go benefit from two days of in-person  where you'll gain skills and knowledge to support you as a mentor. (Many mentors share that the skills developed support their progression in the workplace, especially those seeking to gain experience working with children and young people)

What impact will this have?

• Help build resilience and confidence in a child in your local community.
• Learn from fellow mentors with our amazing peer network.
• Help a child as they transition from primary to secondary school.

Currently recruiting mentors who are:

·Looking to give back to their communities and make an impact on little londoners.

Expenses

• Volunteers have a budget of £30 per month. We are also able to cover travel expenses.

Training​

• Our induction training will provide you with all the skills and knowledge to support your mentee, including safeguarding, health and safety, child-led mentoring and understanding your role.
• We offer additional training throughout the year to in anti-oppression, trauma-informed practice and lots more to help enhance your mentoring journey and your personal and professional development.

A DBS check is required but is organised and paid for by The Kids Network.

We are working to make the UK version of Project Gutenberg so that education can be more affordable/ accessible. We are also working to offer online courses (in partnership with UK universities and even lessons for teachers, leading to the creation of better job opportunities. We are also doing some work in the environmental sector - with every book brought, £1 will be put to good use and for good deeds.

ONLINE COURSE TEACHING VOLUNTEER

• We are seeking passionate educators to join our team as Volunteer Online Course Instructors. As an Online Course Instructor, you will have the opportunity to create and teach online courses on topics of your expertise, offering valuable educational content to our users while contributing to the growth of the Eyeniversum platform.
• Volunteer 4-6 hours per week for 6 months

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 Maths tutor with academic qualifications (GCSE and above) 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!

Please apply using the following link: https://bttr.im/94o0b

Practical Considerations:

We cover all expenses and materials used.

We are asking for one hour online a week.

We are looking for someone who is able to tutor Maths up to GCSE/A Level

DBS will be provided where needed

Safeguarding training provided with certification

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! 

Please apply directly using the following link: https://bttr.im/0ukk3 

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.

Make a lasting impact on young people in two inner London communities

Our Vision: Through an exceptional Central Foundation education, every student learns, develops, and grows so they can reach their full potential.

Central Foundation Schools of London (CFSL) is a charitable foundation which supports two amazing voluntary aided Schools based in the East End of London – Central Foundation Boys’ School in Islington and the Girls’ School in Tower Hamlets. Between them the two schools support over 2,500 young people from highly diverse communities and backgrounds.

The Foundation has just completed a major building redevelopment project with the Boys' School and is about to start a programme to extend the Sixth Form facilities and provision at the Girls' School. Beyond that the Foundation has just embarked on its first 3-year strategy which aims to leverage our skills, funding and influence to collaborate with our schools  to strengthen their education provision and outcomes.

The Foundation are seeking four new Board members to serve for an initial term of four years. We are particularly keen to appoint:

• Two new trustees with experience of leadership the secondary education sector and/or a strong understanding of education policy and the wider education context in which our schools are working.
• A further Board member with a strong background in finance who would also serve as a member of our Finance & Audit or Investment Committee, or possibly both.
• A new trustee with a keen interest in creating opportunities for young people potentially through experience in careers development, corporate partnerships, fundraising or income generation.

The Foundation Board meets in person quarterly and has an annual away day. As well as being members of the Board, trustees are asked to join one of the sub-committees or project groups - these meetings are usually hybrid with one in-person meeting each year.

For more information, please click 'apply via website' to be redirected to the Foundation Website.

The Closing Date for expressions of interest is Monday 22 April at 10am.

Job description

About Us

Penificent is a social enterprise made up of a combination of two artistic & business-minded individuals, Anthony and Steven. We are a start-up seeking to address issues faced by young people and to provide a positive influence through comics and merchandise. We have successfully published a series of PSHE /Social workbooks focussing on life lessons such as honesty and the dangers of social media. We have successfully run multiple workshops in schools which were featured by BBC Newsround and our most successful project “KnifeBoy” was released in May 2019.

Our company featured in an interview In The Sunday Times newspaper, where co-founder Anthony elaborated on how Penificent was formed and the passion behind wanting to address social issues in the youth community. Lastly very honoured to have Knifeboy our Antiknife crime comic endorsed and have met the Reduction violence unit where we discussed the strategy to help the issues around Knife crime.

Workshop Facilitator skills and qualifications

Workshop Facilitators have a great understanding of the issues that affect the lives of young people and a commitment to help them address these challenges. A successful Workshop Facilitator candidate will have various skills and qualifications that include:

• The ability to support young people and act with integrity during workshops
• Excellent people skills and the ability to establish lasting relationships
• Open-mindedness and willingness to try out new workshop activities
• Excellent communication and presentation skills
• Compassion and patience with participants, tolerance, and time-flexibility
• Interest or talent in the subject matter of the workshops
• Active listening skills and the ability to adapt workshops as needed
• Knowledge of health and safety standards during workshop activities
• Travel to diffrent estblishments to run the workshops

Workshop Facilitator experience requirements

Workshop Facilitators require at least one or two years of experience working with young people in workshop settings, whether voluntary or paid. They can acquire experience through facilitating workshops in schools, community centers, or youth organizations. Ideal candidates have experience planning and organizing workshop activities that address social issues such as knife crime, mental health, exploitation, and more.

 Workshop Facilitator education and training

Not compulsory  but if Workshop Facilitators have  relevant training or education in fields such as sociology, psychology, education, or youth work  that would be adventurous. While formal education is beneficial, practical experience and specialised training in workshop facilitation techniques are also valuable. Workshops Facilitators may benefit from attending workshops or courses on facilitation skills, youth engagement, and specific subject matter relevant to their workshops.

Workshop Facilitator pricing

The pricing for Workshop Facilitators typically covers expenses and travel costs,  which can vary between £35 to £55 per hour depending on experience,if required to tavel out of london expensive will be added on to either £35 or £55. As facilitators gain more experience and expertise, their rates may increase accordingly. Additionally, the pricing may be influenced by factors such as the complexity of the workshop content, the duration of the workshop, and the location of the workshop venue.

Benfits

• More experience to add to your portfolio
• Opportunity to push the business forward and be a key member of staff
• You are doing a great course.
• Learning new skills through training 
• Potential to earn money in the future
• Exciting new challenge 
• Flexible hours