We are recruiting both Trustees and a new Co-Chair of the Trustees.
This is an exciting opportunity to join the Board of an international charity fighting for the rights of street children worldwide. As a Trustee, you will play an essential role in the success of our charity, using your skills and experience to help set our strategic direction and ensuring the good governance of the organisation. You will be joining a fantastic team of board members and your contribution will make an enormous difference in helping drive forward the strategy, work and reach of the organisation.
About Consortium for Street Children
Consortium for Street Children is an international children’s charity fighting for the rights of street children worldwide. We are the only global alliance raising the voices of street children at international level. We are pioneering and we are fearless.
We work with governments to promote good practice, challenge and change the systems that cause harm to street children, while our network members are busy on the frontline, working directly with street children to meet their immediate and long term needs.
Why become a Trustee with Consortium for Street Children?
As a Board member, you will be working to create a better future for some of the most disadvantaged and stigmatised children worldwide. You will be able to use your professional and life experiences to make a significant contribution to the strategy and success of a pioneering and ambitious organisation, making a real difference to the lives of street children around the world. You will join a close-knit trustee team with a vast amount of personal and professional experience across a range of fields. You will be able to develop your understanding of Charity governance, as well as learning more about the vital work of our organisation.
We are operating a rolling deadline so please send as soon as possible. Please indicate in the subject line which position (Trustee or Co-Chair of the Board) you would like to be considered for.
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Independent Living Volunteer
Could you help us to support someone experiencing a health and social care crisis?
Location: Chelmsford
Commitment: 2 Hours per week, Monday-Friday volunteers should ideally live within 30 mins travel of Chelmsford
Age: 18 years+
In 2020 the British Red Cross turns 150. It is thanks to all our supporters and volunteers that we have been able to provide health and social care support to people since 1870. Our volunteers provided health and social care support to people in the First and Second World war and continued providing these services in peace time and helped to create the NHS in 1948.
Today we continue to provide health and social care support through our Independent Living service that aims to support people experiencing a health crisis. From supporting people resettle into their homes after being discharged from hospital to supporting someone connect with others following a recent diagnosis of a long-term health condition. Help us continue our story by applying to volunteer with us today.
What would I be doing?
You will be helping provide practical and emotional support to people. Every individual will need different support from us to help, below are some examples of what you might support with:
* Practical support such as light shopping for someone who has been discharged from hospital
* Reconnecting people someone with their communities to help overcome loneliness
* Helping someone connect with other organisations who can offer them support with their long-term health condition
If this is something that you feel you could support with, please apply today.
"I'm showing compassion, empowering people, letting them know what help is out there, and helping them move forward." - Lisa, Independent Living Volunteer
Next Steps
After you apply for the role someone from our friendly recruitment team will be in touch with you to arrange an interview. This will be an opportunity for us to find out more about you and for you to find out more about this role. Following this interview if we both agree to continue with recruitment, we will invite you to meet the team and attend an induction day where you can find out more about what it is like to be a volunteer for the British Red Cross.
Please see the below schedule for this round of recruitment:
* Interview date: 14/04/2020
* Meet and Greet with team: 22/04/2020
* Induction Day: 06/05/2020
Please do not worry if you cannot make the dates above as we can offer alternatives.
If there is anything you would like to find out more about prior to applying for the role we would love to hear from you, please email us at:
Connecting human kindness with human crisis
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Community Connector Support Volunteer
Location: Blyth
Commitment: Minimum of 1 hours per week
About the role
It starts with Hello. From new mums to empty nesters, it's often surprising who is affected by loneliness.
That's why we're teaming up with The Co-operative. Together we want to reach out and reconnect thousands of lonely people with their communities, and tackle a problem that is shortening lives and eroding wellbeing.
The aim of the Community Connecter is to support people affected by social isolation and loneliness and to help them gain confidence and to reconnect to their community in partnership with existing and new partner organisations. We will place the person at the centre of what we do and help them by offering positive encouragement, practical help and emotional support, for up to three months, depending on their needs.
Typical tasks include
* Being aware of and keeping up to date with local community services appropriate to our service users with support from the Community Connector Manager.
* Supporting lonely & socially isolated service users to build confidence, self-esteem and to regain independence
* Listening to people's needs, aspirations and concerns and co-creating a step plan to ensure the person meets their aims. This may involve providing advice on regular, healthy nutrition and hydration and managing hygiene.
* Supporting people to attend local community services suitable to their needs, helping them identify other activities in the area and going with them as necessary. This enables access to various health/medical appointments, social activities, shopping, transport and other community services. This may involve travelling with service users or transporting them using your own vehicle where appropriate.
About the person
We keep the service user at the heart of what we do, working to understand their needs and the difference we make. You need to have good interpersonal skills, diplomacy; communication and teamwork skills. Full training can be given for any necessary technical requirements.
This role requires volunteers to have a DBS / PVG / Access NI check to the appropriate level, this requires an update every three years.
Next Steps
After you apply for the role someone from our friendly recruitment team will be in touch with you to arrange an interview. This will be an opportunity for us to find out more about you and for you to find out more about this role. Following this interview if we both agree to continue with recruitment, we will invite you to meet the team and attend an induction day where you can find out more about what it is like to be a volunteer for the British Red Cross.
Please see the below schedule for this round of recruitment:
* Interview date: 20/04/2020
* Meet and Greet with team: 04/05/2020
* Induction Day: 20/05/2020
Please do not worry if you cannot make the dates above as we can offer alternatives.
Here's a little bit more about us...
The British Red Cross help anyone, anywhere in the UK; get the support they need if crisis strikes.
From hiring a wheelchair or dealing with loneliness, to adjusting to life in a new country - we're there when you need us. Our goal is to connect human kindness with human crisis.
We're part of the global Red Cross and Red Crescent Movement, and we believe in the power of kindness.
Our organisation was born out of a desire to bring help without discrimination. Impartiality and neutrality have been central values for the Red Cross since we started.
We support a huge range of people and we recruit for a diverse workforce - including disabled and ethnic minority candidates. This is to contribute to the breadth of experience we need to respond to people in crisis.
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Independent Living Volunteer
Could you help us to support someone experiencing a health and social care crisis?
Location: Hull
Commitment: 3 Hours per week, Monday-Sunday between 10am-8pm
It is a requirement of this role that you are a driver
Age: 18 years+
In 2020 the British Red Cross turns 150. It is thanks to all our supporters and volunteers that we have been able to provide health and social care support to people since 1870. Our volunteers provided health and social care support to people in the First and Second World war and continued providing these services in peace time and helped to create the NHS in 1948.
Today we continue to provide health and social care support through our Independent Living service that aims to support people experiencing a health crisis. From supporting people resettle into their homes after being discharged from hospital to supporting someone connect with others following a recent diagnosis of a long-term health condition. Help us continue our story by applying to volunteer with us today.
What would I be doing?
You will be helping provide practical and emotional support to people. Every individual will need different support from us to help, below are some examples of what you might support with:
* Practical support such as light shopping for someone who has been discharged from hospital
* Reconnecting people someone with their communities to help overcome loneliness
* Helping someone connect with other organisations who can offer them support with their long-term health condition
If this is something that you feel you could support with, please apply today.
"I'm showing compassion, empowering people, letting them know what help is out there, and helping them move forward." - Lisa, Independent Living Volunteer
Next Steps
After you apply for the role someone from our friendly recruitment team will be in touch with you to arrange an interview. This will be an opportunity for us to find out more about you and for you to find out more about this role. Following this interview if we both agree to continue with recruitment, we will invite you to meet the team and attend an induction day where you can find out more about what it is like to be a volunteer for the British Red Cross.
Please see the below schedule for this round of recruitment:
* Interview date: 08/04/2020
* Meet and Greet with team: 20/04/2020
* Induction Day: 06/05/2020
Please do not worry if you cannot make the dates above as we can offer alternatives.
If there is anything you would like to find out more about prior to applying for the role we would love to hear from you, please email us at:
Connecting human kindness with human crisis
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Independent Living Volunteer
Could you help us to support someone experiencing a health and social care crisis?
Location: Crawley/Horsham/Chichest
Commitment: Minimum of 2 hours per week between Monday-Friday 9am-5pm
Age: 18 years+
In 2020 the British Red Cross turns 150. It is thanks to all our supporters and volunteers that we have been able to provide health and social care support to people since 1870. Our volunteers provided health and social care support to people in the First and Second World war and continued providing these services in peace time and helped to create the NHS in 1948.
Today we continue to provide health and social care support through our Independent Living service that aims to support people experiencing a health crisis. From supporting people resettle into their homes after being discharged from hospital to supporting someone connect with others following a recent diagnosis of a long-term health condition. Help us continue our story by applying to volunteer with us today.
What would I be doing?
You will be helping provide practical and emotional support to people. Every individual will need different support from us to help, below are some examples of what you might support with:
* Practical support such as light shopping for someone who has been discharged from hospital
* Reconnecting people someone with their communities to help overcome loneliness
* Helping someone connect with other organisations who can offer them support with their long-term health condition
If this is something that you feel you could support with, please apply today.
"I'm showing compassion, empowering people, letting them know what help is out there, and helping them move forward." - Lisa, Independent Living Volunteer
Next Steps
After you apply for the role someone from our friendly recruitment team will be in touch with you to arrange an interview. This will be an opportunity for us to find out more about you and for you to find out more about this role. Following this interview if we both agree to continue with recruitment, we will invite you to meet the team and attend an induction day where you can find out more about what it is like to be a volunteer for the British Red Cross.
Please see the below schedule for this round of recruitment:
* Interview date: 21/04/2020
* Meet and Greet with team: 28/04/2020
* Induction Day: 16/05/2020
Please do not worry if you cannot make the dates above as we can offer alternatives.
If there is anything you would like to find out more about prior to applying for the role we would love to hear from you, please email us at:
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A voluntary position, working online, from home, on a flexible hours basis, (potential job-share). Are you a wiz with social media and love cats? We are seeking someone to join our Social Media team, to maintain and grow the Cat Chat charity Facebook page, to raise awareness of cat rescue and adoption across the UK and Ireland...
Job Outline
To maintain, post to and develop Cat Chat’s Facebook Page. As well as posting content provided to you by other team members, you will also be required to initiate, create and share other relevant, interesting content, including all appropriate tagging. Your aims will be to promote cat adoption and cat welfare, to grow our page and maximise engagement, boost our organic reach and to raise awareness of our Charity.
The post-holder will need to maintain regular engagement with those who comment on our posts; join and engage with relevant Facebook groups; engage with supporters and influencers, and monitor page performance via the insights & activity logs.
Requirements
Professional experience in Social Media, specifically in managing a Facebook Page (for an organisation or business).
Our ideal candidate has the ability to create graphics for social media, or at the very least is able to crop/size/optimize images for the web. A good command of English and the ability to communicate effectively with the public.
You will need to be able to work on your own initiative, to schedule and compile posts, as well as to work as part of our friendly team.
Some knowledge of cat or animal rescue / adoption would be an advantage.
Time Commitment
The number of posts required may vary, but at least one post per day is the aim. The postholder will also need to log into a Cat Chat online mailbox daily (or at least every other day) to check for new post requests and correspondence. Depending on applicant(s) availability, this role could suit one person managing our page on their own, or it could be split as a job-share between two people.
Additional Information
Applicants must be 18 or over and resident in the UK or Ireland. Cat Chat is a friendly, fully inclusive team. Guidelines and support is provided for all Cat Chat roles. Shortlisted applicants will need to supply example(s) of prior experience managing a Facebook page, and two references.
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FED027 - Lay Representative
Fixed Term Contract
Location: London
Hours: Ad hoc
Salary: non-remunerative
Role context
The Federation of the Royal Colleges of Physicians, based in the UK and works internationally, is a collaborative partnership between the Royal College of Physicians of Edinburgh, the Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons of Glasgow and the Royal College of Physicians of London.
The Federation is seeking to appoint representatives to their Specialty Advisory Committees:
Purpose and scope
Lay involvement in the management and organisation of our work is essential. Lay representatives act as a ‘critical friend’, contribute experience from outside the professional group, and provide an external, non-medical perspective to the decision making process. They provide input into the external quality assurance of the examinations delivery, support the officers of their board or committee in delivering examinations and meeting the requirements set by the General Medical Council (GMC). Successful applicants will become full members of the respective boards and committees, and will actively participate in their work and projects.
Federation lay representatives are non-salaried positions although applicants should note all reasonable expenses and travel costs will be reimbursed in line with the expenses policy.
The Joint Royal College of Physicians Training Board (JRCPTB) improves patient care by setting and maintaining standards for the highest quality of physician training in the UK.
JRCPTB is responsible for:
- The production of specialty curricula, including workplace based assessments, for 32 medical specialties and 2 subspecialties, as well as Internal Medicine Training (IMT);
- Providing external advice to Deaneries on quality management of training in different locations as part of the General Medical Council’s Quality Framework;
- Recording and monitoring trainees’ progress and making recommendations for the award of specialty certification;
- External stakeholder management through the work of Speciality Advisory Committees;
- International Development activities.
- Lay representatives for JRCPTB can be non- health care professionals with an interest in medical training who have the ability to represent the interests of the lay public to consultant physicians.
CPD Management and Policy Board:
The CPD Management and Policy Board are accountable to the Senior Leadership team (SLT), and through them to the Federation Board.
MRCP(UK) are responsible for:
Developing and delivering postgraduate medical examinations around the world on behalf of the three Royal Colleges of Physicians of the UK.
How to apply
If you are interested in any of these roles, please click the apply button. Recruitment is ongoing until all positions are filled, and applicants will be invited to an informal meeting with representatives from the Federation to confirm suitability for the role before appointments are confirmed.
Closing date: Ongoing
Interview date: TBC
ABOUT THE CHARITY
Dreams Come True is a national charity with a big heart and a clear charitable purpose. We exist to fulfil the dreams of children and young adults with serious and life-limiting conditions.
We are the only wish granting organisation that fulfils the dreams of children and young adults with such a wide range of medical conditions, locations and ages. We believe that because of this, we are answering an unmet need in the wish granting sector by allowing these two to 21-year-olds – who would usually otherwise be missed – a chance to have their dream transformed into a reality.
And that’s what makes us unique – we have a simple principle that we aim to help those that others can’t and in doing so to place the Dreams Families at the heart of every decision, every action and at every opportunity. We are a charity that focuses on impact and making a positive difference to those we seek to help.
We received funding and have launched an innovative first of its kind programme to operate in some of the UK’s hardest to reach communities, and are currently scoping another equally exciting programme. These along with the renewed focus being given to marcomms, fundraising and systems evidence our desire to evolve and adapt.
The charity is well run, having a frequently reviewed Risk Register, safeguarding training for all staff, volunteers and trustees, and is fully compliant with DBS and Health & Safety regulations and the Fundraising Regulator’s requirements.We also have the services of a highly qualified Medical Advisor to support our dream process.
In the past 24 months our current Chair along with the Chief Executive has led a process that has transformed the charity into the focussed and sustainable organisation we are today. There is no doubt that COVID-19 will change the charity landscape and mean there is a new norm – we are ready for the challenge, we have the liquidity to survive and we have the plans to bounce out the other side.
We are not complacent, we know we are work in progress and most importantly we have the Trustees and staff team who are eager to improve outputs and are ready for the challenge.
THE ROLE OF CHAIR
The role of Chair of Dreams Come True is a special one – mentor, critical friend, supporter, advocate, facilitator and above all leader. Our values are Honesty, Empathy, Respect and Openness and as our culture evolves these are the behaviours against which the softer side of our success will be judged.
We are looking for that special individual who can provide leadership to the organisation, the board and the Chief Executive with style, compassion and flair. Without doubt the role requires the levels of governance and oversight expected of a national charity but the key ingredient will be passion – passion for our cause, passion for our team and above all a passion for making a positive difference. The Chair is supported by a talented, diverse and active board with a wide skill base.
The successful candidate will understand the charity landscape and be comfortable with the fiduciary requirements that carries, will have board level experience, a sound understanding of finances, be commercially savvy and ideally have experience of working with children and young adults (this is desirable but not essential).
Dreams Come True doesn’t want to be the biggest, it wants to be the most impactful charity of its type in the UK so, if the challenge of leading us on the next stage of our journey excites, we would be delighted to hear from you.
Time Commitment
There are four Trustee Board meetings a year, plus a strategy away day. The Chair will be expected to be in contact with the Chief Executive on a regular basis and occasionally more frequently. Please note that occasional attendance at events and functions around the UK is also a requirement , involving out of hours and overnight stays.
The post is unremunerated though travel expenses will be covered.
APPLICATION
Applications, in the form over a short, relevant CV and covering letter are invited now. Shortlisted candidates will be interviewed by members of the trustee Nominations committee and subsequently by the CEO and current Chair, in person or electronically, as the situation allows. The final deadline for applications is 30th June. The post becomes available from August 2020. All applications will be treated in the strictest confidence.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Four MIND charities in Northamptonshire are merging from June 2020 – Corby MIND; Northampton & District MIND; Rushden MIND; and Wellingborough MIND. On merger a new Board will come into existence that will be legally responsible for the new charity. The combined charity will be part of the National MIND Federation and its national organisation’s standards and quality mark. There has been strong collaboration between the four charities for a number of years and it is expected that the merger will enhance the services provided across Northamptonshire and open new opportunities for growth.
This new Chair will help lead the integration of the four Minds charities coming together. The Chair will support the Board, CEO and Senior Leadership Teams with the development and implementation of a new strategy.
An independent feasibility study recommended the new Board be composed of two Trustees from each of the four MINDS. It was also recommended that a new Chair should be recruited whose main task would be to support the Chief Executive and senior leadership team to meld the four charities into a single, new organisation.
A recruitment exercise is also taking place for a new CEO and it is expected that the new Chair will be in place in time to join the interview panel for shortlisted candidates.
This is an opportunity to lead a new organisation which will do much to improve the mental health of large areas of Northamptonshire which at present are not covered by the four existing Local Mind organisations that are merging. You will help to provide a wide range of services that are currently sparsely available in the rural areas and smaller towns of the County.
The prime aim of the new organisation is to maintain the excellent services, formerly delivered in their localities by the four merging local Minds, and to enable similar services to be delivered to the population in the more rural areas that currently do not have access to them.
What are we looking for?
Essential:
- An experienced Vice-Chair or Chair: who will focus on strategy, risk and reputation; who will empower the executive to deliver the strategy, manage risk within agreed limits and enhance the reputation of MIND; who will get the most out of the trustees individually and collectively.
- Change management experience: of a major change to the structure of an organisation; of getting the best out of the new leadership team.
Desired:
- Experience of the health commissioning environment in Northamptonshire.
- Experience of a successful merger.
- Knowledge of mental health provision in the UK.
- Knowledge of collaboration between corporates, charities and research units.
Time Commitment
There are two phases: the first 6-12 months of integration, and the period thereafter when the organisation is expected to be operating in a steady state. When a steady state is reached the time commitment for the Chair is likely to amount to 1-2 days a month. The integration phase will require a slightly greater time commitment to focus the Board, CEO and SLT on the implementation of the new strategy. An estimate of 2-3 days a month has been made
Location
Flexible within Northamptonshire, NN1 2NQ
Appications
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The Dorset, Devon and Cornwall (DDC) Community Rehabilitation Company provide a range of probation services for adult service users on community orders or licences. Our aim is “to change lives and inspire public confidence by cutting crime”.
Job description
Do you believe people make mistakes and everybody deserves a chance to change their lives for the better?
If you are:
· Empathetic – able to understand their perspective;
· Assertive – able to help them make decisions and find routes of assistance;
· Reliable – to be there to help the Service User when agreed/required
If you think you have these abilities we need your time to help and support our Service Users to make positive changes to their lives, as well as your local communities. It is a challenging but rewarding experience and ultimately reduces the potential to reoffending.
You will spend time getting to know the service users, taking an interest in their lives, supporting them emotionally and practically thorough advocacy work and providing some consistency at a difficult time.
If you are thinking of starting a career in criminal justice, substance misuse, debt, advocacy and counselling, this opportunity gives you the ability to gain new skills and an invaluable experience.
Or you may like to use your own personal experiences to help support others, or would simply like to give back the community whilst still learning new skills
Formal training is provided to enable you to deliver the highest quality of mentoring. A full 2 days training is essential with additional ongoing training throughout your volunteering career
The volunteer unit provides supervision to our volunteers and reasonable out of pocket expenses, including travel will be reimbursed
We require a commitment of two to three hours per week. The minimum age of applicants is 18 years old with any upper age limit dependant on the physical and mental ability to undertake the role, however we will considered on an individual basis. We consider applicants with criminal records as we believe everyone can bring their own skills and life experiences to the role.
We require no formal qualifications, just an open mind and a desire to help others.
If this is sounds like an opportunity for you, please contact us at the email address provided.
Industry: Government
Benefits:
- Flexible working hours
Job Types: Part-time, Volunteer
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Do you enjoy working with children and families?
If yes, we would like to hear from you. We have a number of activities that would benefit from your experience and time to keep them going. As a childrens' activity volunteer you will help our staff plan and delivery a wide range of children activites. This may include helping with Rhymetime, Babies and Toddlers, Homework Clubs, Arts & Craft, Games Club and our Reading Clubs - Chatterbooks !
A full list of the opportunities is availabe upon request.
You will be supported and full training provided. Reasonable travel expenses are also paid.
If you are looking for a new challenge come and join us!
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Company description
The Bristol, Gloucester, Somerset and Wiltshire (BGSW) Community Rehabilitation Company provide a range of probation services for adult service users on community orders or licences. Our aim is “to change lives and inspire public confidence by cutting crime”.
Job description
Do you believe people make mistakes and everybody deserves a chance to change their lives for the better?
If you are:
· Empathetic – able to understand their perspective;
· Assertive – able to help them make decisions and find routes of assistance;
· Reliable – to be there to help the Service User when agreed/required
If you think you have these abilities we need your time to help and support our Service Users to make positive changes to their lives, as well as your local communities. It is a challenging but rewarding experience and ultimately reduces the potential to reoffending.
You will spend time getting to know the service users, taking an interest in their lives, supporting them emotionally and practically thorough advocacy work and providing some consistency at a difficult time.
If you are thinking of starting a career in criminal justice, substance misuse, debt, advocacy and counselling, this opportunity gives you the ability to gain new skills and an invaluable experience.
Or you may like to use your own personal experiences to help support others, or would simply like to give back the community whilst still learning new skills
Formal training is provided to enable you to deliver the highest quality of mentoring. A full 2 days training is essential with additional ongoing training throughout your volunteering career
The volunteer unit provides supervision to our volunteers and reasonable out of pocket expenses, including travel will be reimbursed
We require a commitment of two to three hours per week. The minimum age of applicants is 18 years old with any upper age limit dependant on the physical and mental ability to undertake the role, however we will considered on an individual basis. We consider applicants with criminal records as we believe everyone can bring their own skills and life experiences to the role.
We require no formal qualifications, just an open mind and a desire to help others.
If this is sounds like an opportunity for you, please contact us at the email address provided.
Industry: Government
Benefits:
- Flexible working hours
Job Types: Part-time, Volunteer
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Do you want to gain professional writing skills and have your named work viewed by thousands? Do you have a passion for great literature or fine art or classical or contemporary music or history or archaeology or something else in the humanities? Do you love to learn about other cultures, their cuisine, customs and language? Do you want to join a vibrant community of writers? Then write for us!
The Cultural Me helps our subscribers learn about the arts and culture the same way they would learn a new language. We are a tech company and are developing artificial intelligence-assisted learning.
We are looking for someone to research and write micro-articles (up to 275 words) on selected subjects, for example, a piece on Tolstoy, or Early Renaissance to Contemporary Art, or Latin American magic realism to Postcolonial Literature, or Sri Lankan culture, or Beethoven, or Film... You will also be involved in editing contributions from other writers.
If you have never written professionally before then don't worry: all we ask for is a Bachelor's Degree in the Arts, Humanities or Social Sciences. We are also happy to consider you if you have alternative qualifications — provided you can demonstrate specialist subject matter knowledge in one or more areas in the arts and culture (and you love reading). The articles we produce (unlike popular media) are to the best academic standards. The ideal person, therefore, should enjoy writing articles that are well researched yet written in an accessible format suitable for the public at large.
This is a great opportunity for someone with a passion for the arts and culture to be involved in an exciting project and to join a community on a worthy mission.
We help you with
- Gaining professional writing skills through detailed editorial feedback
- Developing your intellectual grasp of subjects in the arts and culture
- Publication and promotion of your work via social media and arts networks
- Providing a link to your portfolio of writing to share
If you provide The Cultural Me as a reference for a potential job, we will provide personalised references based on your porfolio. Our writers have secured jobs with organisations such as the Red Cross, Kobalt Music, Oxford University Musems, amongst others.
Please email Sara by clicking on apply and writing a short cover note explaining what you like about the role.
Comments from our Writers
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Sample Writer Profiles
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Urgent Appeal
Three Cs needs you!!
Volunteers Needed Across South and East London
Our urgent need for volunteers offers the opportunity to make a critical difference to vulnerable disabled people during the Covid-19 crisis
Three Cs is a critical social care and social inclusion charity whose staff are key workers caring for people with learning disabilities, autism and/or mental health challenges in Southwark, Lewisham, Greenwich, Hackney, Newham and Redbridge.
We are currently encountering many additional challenges trying to keep 260 people safe and well through the Covid-19 crisis.
We are urgently looking for volunteers to carry out a range of critical tasks:
Support volunteering: e.g. shopping for people, accompanying on daily exercise, physical care and support in people’s homes, listening and talking support on the phone.
Crisis response: e.g. keeping the office running, communications and administration, packing Personal Protective Equipment, delivering essential supplies to people’s homes. Drivers who can use their own vehicles are urgently needed at this time.
What we offer: key worker ID, out-of-pocket expenses, training and supervision. During and after the Covid-19 crisis, we will provide opportunities to move from volunteering to paid work, as well as an employer’s references
If you think you can help us in some way please get in touch and we can send you an application form!
Help us ensure people affected by breast cancer get the information they need
Are you able to commit just a few hours a month?
Could you easily access this hospital/clinic to keep our Information Point well stocked, ensuring those affected by breast cancer get the best possible information?
Breast Cancer Now Information Points are designed to help make sure that people visiting breast clinics have easy access to information leaflets and resources.
Each information point is filled with a selection of top titles from our award winning range; including leaflets on breast health, breast cancer and Breast Cancer Now and the services we provide.
We are looking for someone who lives in close proximity to the Information Point to visit at regular intervals in order to keep the Information Point well organised and fully stocked with our latest titles. A personal diagnosis of breast cancer is not necessary for this role, just a desire to help and support those who are facing breast cancer.
For more information please visit our website.
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