Refugee Support Project Volunteer

Location: St Andrews Church Nottingham

Commitment: This role requires a volunteer who is available on Tuesday Evenings from 6.00-8.30pm for the next 6 months

ESOL Volunteer: ESOL Volunteer. This is for IELTS, a higher level of English teacher to help refugees and Asylum Seekers apply for university. No formal qualification needed but experience teaching IELT is essential.

About the role

As a Refugee Project Volunteer you would be helping asylum-seekers and refugees adjust to life in a new country offering valuable support and advice to ease the process for service users, and to support a team of caseworkers

About the Team

We use kindness to help those in crisis.

Every year thousands of refugees, asylum seekers and migrants arrive in the UK with little support, money, or opportunities. Sometimes these people don't even have the means to find and contact their loved ones back home. It's our job to do what we can to help.

We're a diverse, busy team dotted all over the country who share the common goal of doing what we can to make refugee lives that little bit brighter. From providing emotional support to reuniting families, we're committed to helping as many people as we can in as many ways as we can. Seeing the look on someone's face when they are put back in contact with a partner, parent, or child, that they thought they'd never see again is simply priceless.

About the person

You need to have good interpersonal, diplomacy, communication and teamwork skills although full training will be given for any technical requirements. Also someone who is:

• A good communicator and empathetic about the situation and needs of refugees
• Knowledgeable about conflict and migration issues and sensitive to cultural issues, including those relating to gender
• Able to use emotional support skills in a calm and responsible manner
• Personally resilient as you may need to deal with difficult or challenging situations
• Able to keep the service user at the heart of what you do, supporting the Red Cross to understand service user needs and the difference our role makes.
• Able to speak good English; plus knowledge of a foreign language would be useful (particularly one used in the current local refugee population)
• Willing to uphold the Fundamental Principles of the International Red Cross and Red Crescent Movement and adhere to the Society's Equal Opportunities Policy
• Able to commit time and assist us (predominantly) between 9 -5, Monday to Friday.
• Understanding of GDPR regulations or willingness to learn.

Tasks included in this Role:

• Showing Signposting refugees and asylum seekers on where to find local amenities and how to access services such as healthcare, English classes, purposeful activities to reduce isolation and enhance wellbeing, & access to legal support,
• Initial needs assessments of service user critical needs and setting of goals.
• Assisting the project coordinator with setting up activities and helping support service users on organised trips
• Delivering practical assistance, such as food vouchers or clothing, alongside the monitoring of this.
• Collating resources or providing other administrative tasks such as booking appointments or filling in referral forms.
• Identify and respond appropriately to safeguarding and protection issues with vulnerable clients, including children and vulnerable adults

What We Offer

• Access to a blended learning approach via relevant in-house training and development opportunities, including British Red Cross intranet site, e-learning facility and 'Fuse' (our online platform where you can access a range of engaging bite sized pieces of learning to support your personal development.
• A full induction, support and supervision throughout your volunteering period
• Valuable exposure to the work of the Red Cross in the UK and around the world
• Reimbursement of reasonable out-of-pocket expenses when on duty
• Being a volunteer for the British Red Cross means that you can proudly say you are part of the world's largest humanitarian organisation.

Young People and This Role

We value the energy and enthusiasm that young people bring to this role. To volunteer for this role you must be aged 16+. However (subject to a risk assessment, safeguarding requirements and parental consent) those aged 15+ can be involved in a variety of activities such as promoting the service, supporting service volunteers and undertaking training.

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.

Connecting Human Kindness with Human Crisis

Street Child is seeking applications from motivated individuals hoping to gain valuable experience in the development sector by undertaking the role of a Dissertation Research Volunteer in Nepal. As part of the role, we  are offering the opportunity for University students to explore the scope of their own dissertation projects by using methodologies to conduct research on the ground for their dissertation, in collaboration with local partner organisations. In addition to this, your research will be supported by previous Street Child assessment and research results.

We ask that students wishing to apply for this opportunity are wanting to research a relevant topic which aligns to the work of Street Child in Nepal. Some of the areas we work in include:

• Accelerated Learning and Education Transition for girls in marginalised communities 

• Life Skills Protection Circles (gender-based violence, sexual reproductive health and civic sense)

• Livelihood transition for girls in marginalised communities

• Education for children with disabilities

• Education for migrant children in brick factories

Alongside your own dissertation research there may also be the chance to support ongoing projects in-country. Key responsibilities could include:

• Conducting literature reviews on assigned issues and proposing frameworks for how these issues can be understood within Street Child

• Collecting, analysing and interpreting data

• Creating/reviewing research papers with recommendations for Street Child and relevant stakeholders.

About us

Christian Aid has a vision of a better world, where everyone can live a full life, free from poverty.? To help make this a reality, we seek to build partnerships with churches, individuals and organisations who share our vision and want bring about change

About the role

Youth work volunteers work with Christian Aid staff and supporters to raise the profile of Christian Aid with young people and youth groups. They use information and resources from Christian Aid and their own creativity to get young people thinking and acting to transform the world for some of the world's poorest communities.

As a Christian Aid youth work volunteer you will have the opportunity to use and develop your skills in communication and working with young people - a stand-out addition to your CV. You will also make a significant contribution to Christian Aid's work in fighting poverty by bringing the issues to as wide an audience as possible. We are looking for someone based in Gloucestershire or South Gloucestershire to work in those areas.

It will depend on local needs but may involve some or all of the following:

-Plan and deliver sessions for youth groups in your area

-Talk to local youth workers and get yourself invited to sessions

-Attend youth events/conferences on behalf of Christian Aid with a stall/resources

-Respond to requests for sessions in your area that come through the local office

-Promote Christian Aid's work and resources to youth workers and young people

About you

You will need to possess

-A passion for seeking justice for the world's poor

-Good communication skills

-Some experience of working with young people

-An ability to motivate and enthuse others to take action

-Good time-management skills.

Further Information

We will provide you with resources, training, support and out of pocket expenses. To find out more, see the task description or contact [email protected] 0781 4141100

Important information: All of our volunteering opportunities are based in the UK and requires applicants to have a visa that allows them to volunteer in the UK.

About us

Christian Aid has a vision of a better world, where everyone can live a full life, free from poverty. We want to share that vision with young people, and, by helping them to explore issues of global injustice, inspire them to become agents of change.

Through a partnership with the Church of England Education Office, we have developed a new accreditation scheme called Global Neighbours. This provides a framework to help church schools develop global citizenship in ways that reflect their Christian character.

About the role

Christian Aid Teachers are volunteers who support schools participating in the scheme. They offer guidance and ideas to class teachers, and provide workshops and assemblies. We are looking for someone based in Gloucestershire or South Gloucestershire to go into schools in these areas.

About you

If you would like the opportunity to use your professional expertise in an exciting new project, and to inspire young people to make a difference, then this role could suit you. You will need to have engaging presentation skills and some experience of working in the education system.

You will also be required:

-to be available for a minimum of one visit per term

-to undergo a Disclosure and Barring Service enhanced check

Further Information

You will get training for your role, our latest schools' resources, and support from a member of staff. You will also receive out-of-pocket expenses. To find out more, see the task description or contact [email protected] 0781 4141100

Important information: All of our volunteering opportunities are based in the UK and requires applicants to have a visa that allows them to volunteer in the UK.

About us

For over 70 years, we've been standing with the poorest of our neighbours. We work in countries across Africa, South America and Asia, with people of all faiths and none, to stand up for dignity, equality and justice. Together we can create a world where everyone can live a full life, free from poverty.

Our voices and actions are stronger together. And with your help, we can make an even bigger difference. Our faith demands that we challenge the injustices that keep people poor and marginalised. Standing together, we can tackle the root causes of poverty and challenge the systems that keep people poor.

About the role

We are looking for enthusiastic and passionate volunteers to help us grow our campaigning work in Gloucestershire. Can you help us grow and mobilise a network of campaigners, to help challenge the systems and structures that perpetuate poverty and injustice? Training and expenses will be provided. Successful applicants would have an important role to play in supporting our ongoing campaigning work in the areas of climate change and tax justice, potentially organising campaigning meetings with the local MP. The time commitment would be flexible depending on what the successful applicant could offer.

About you

You will be a clear and effective communicator with the ability to inspire others to take action.

You will share Christian Aid's commitment to challenging and changing the systems that keep people poor.

You will have an interest in global poverty issues and believe that campaigning for justice can change people's lives.

You will understand the Christian context in which Christian Aid works, and be able to communicate effectively with a Christian audience.

You will be comfortable working with IT and social media and have access to a computer.

Further Information

For further information please contact Noel Sharp, [email protected] 0781 4141100

Important information: All of our volunteering opportunities are based in the UK and requires applicants to have a visa that allows them to volunteer in the UK.

As a First Aider at Events, you’ll help St John Ambulance provide first aid at large and small events within the community. You’ll be part of a team of volunteers delivering help where it’s needed.

The experience you gain could lead to more advanced roles in the future, including patient transport, cycle response, advanced first aid and emergency response. You’ll make a real difference to your community and have a huge impact on the nation’s health. 

As a First Aider at Events, you’ll get a huge sense of satisfaction and pride delivering an essential service. It’s great for you, great for your community and great for our nation, and it requires only a small commitment of your time - just 2+ shifts and 1-4 unit meetings per month

We will make sure you will have access to a proper induction to volunteering with SJA and the training you need for the role you take on. We will also provide you with a supportive environment while you are volunteering with us. Information about our volunteer roles are included in the role descriptions. What you can expect from SJA, and what we expect from those who volunteer with us, is included in the volunteer charter.

We are growing our amazing West London team in the following West London Boroughs and need people who can commit to volunteering in our community. Barnet, Brent, Ealing, Hammersmith, Harrow, Hillingdon, Hounslow, Richmond, and Westminster.

If you do not live in these areas this vacancy is not suitable for you, even if it's your closest open vacancy. Please look out for our East or South London vacancies.

If you are a qualified doctor, nurse or paramedic please apply here

This role is exempt from the provisions of the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act.

The closing date for this post is Sunday 24 November 2019 and interviews will take place on Saturday 7 December 2019 in the morning in Central London. Regrettably, no other interview times will be available.

Following the interview, if you are shortlisted, you MUST be available to attend the Welcome/Induction Session on Saturday 11 January 2020 in the morning, and the 4-day training course on 18, 19, January, 1, 2 February 2020 (9.00 am – 5.00 pm), all in Central London.

By applying for this vacancy you are declaring you are available for all of the above dates. If you cannot make these dates, please apply for a future vacancy.

If you would like to apply for this opportunity please follow the link below:

There has never been a better time to get involved with Street Child. We are one of the most ambitious and exciting international development charities around and this is your chance to be part of a dynamic and growing organisation.

In 2008, Street Child was launched in Sierra Leone and since then our local team has grown to over 400 social workers, educators, finance officers, business mentors and Directors. As a Street Child volunteer, you will be working closely alongside these teams supporting their work where your skills are most needed. 

As a Communications Volunteer, you will be capturing stories from the field to create compelling content for the Street Child portfolio that may be published across both our own as well as national media platforms. Additionally, this will include documenting the progress of our projects. You will also be developing a communication strategy and content for our local partners to help train them on case study writing and photography. Working alongside the local team, you will be able to create your own narrative but you will also be expected to remain flexible in order to perform tasks according to the project needs at the time of your placement.

Why we want you?

Do you remember finding your first ladybird? Share in the excitement as a volunteer and you will have the opportunity to assist RSPB staff to deliver our education programme to visiting schools, where typical activities range from pond dipping to bird watching to minibeast hunting.

What’s in it for you?

The opportunity to make a real difference enriching the lives of young people and inspiring them to care and learn more about the natural world with the RSPB.

We'll give you training and experience to build your confidence in helping children have wonderful hands-on experiences with nature.  We can potentially give you the skills to kick start a career in environmental or community education.

You'll be part of a small friendly team of staff and volunteers and have the opportunity to make new friends.

Tasks will include:

· Helping to set up for school visits and tidy up at the end of the day.

· Working with small groups to help them get the most of their experience

· Sharing your knowledge and enthusiasm with the visiting groups.

The skills you need

· An enthusiasm for outdoor education and a willingness to learn new skills

· An interest in working with young people.

· An interest in wildlife, conservation and the environment

· A resourceful and flexible approach to be able to cope with a wide variety of ages and abilities of children

· Great communication skills to be able to build relationships with visiting schools quickly.

· Self-motivated with the ability to work as part of a team.

Notes

In line with our Safeguarding policy, all applicants are subject to an Enhanced Disclosure from the Disclosure and Barring Service (England and Wales), Access NI in Northern Ireland, or a PVG Scheme registration check from Volunteer Scotland in Scotland. 

References will also be taken up. 

All necessary training  and equipment will be provided and travel expenses reimbursed (up to 25 miles max). The RSPB is the country's largest nature conservation charity, inspiring everyone to give nature a home. By volunteering your time and talents you can help us increase our impact and help us save more nature.

Why we want you?

Do you remember finding your first ladybird? Share in the excitement as a volunteer and you will have the opportunity to deliver our education programme to visiting schools, where typical activities range from pond dipping to bird watching to minibeast hunting.

What’s in it for you?

The opportunity to make a real difference enriching the lives of young people and inspiring them to care and learn more about the natural world with the RSPB.

We'll give you training and experience to build your confidence in helping children have wonderful hands-on experiences with nature.  We can potentially give you the skills to kick start a career in environmental or community education.

You'll be part of a small friendly team of staff and volunteers and have the opportunity to make new friends.

Tasks will include:

· Observing and team teaching sessions, building up to leading.

· Helping to set up for school visits and tidy up at the end of the day.

· Familiarising yourself with the National Curriculum and modern teaching methods (training will be provided).

The skills you need

· A keen interest in wildlife, conservation and the environment

· An enthusiasm for outdoor education and a willingness to learn new skills

· A resourceful and flexible approach to be able to cope with a wide variety of ages and abilities of children

· The confidence and ability to lead a fun and active day's education programme with a group of students and their teacher. Full training provided.

· Self-motivated with ability to work as part of a team and alone.

· Experience working or volunteering with children

Notes

In line with our Safeguarding policy, all applicants are subject to an Enhanced Disclosure from the Disclosure and Barring Service (England and Wales), Access NI in Northern Ireland, or a PVG Scheme registration check from Volunteer Scotland in Scotland. 

References will also be taken up. 

All necessary training  and equipment will be provided and travel expenses reimbursed (up to 25 miles max). The RSPB is the country's largest nature conservation charity, inspiring everyone to give nature a home. By volunteering your time and talents you can help us increase our impact and help us save more nature.

Action for Refugees in Lewisham works to relieve poverty and isolation amongst refugees, asylum seekers and other ethnic minorities in Lewisham. At the Rainbow Club supplementary school we aim to help children between the ages of 4 and 11 to improve their literacy, numeracy and social skills in a friendly and supportive environment.  We need your skills and enthusiasm to assist the teacher in the delivery of a literacy and numeracy class and work with other volunteers to develop a programme of recreational activities. The Rainbow Club runs on Saturday mornings during term-time.

We are looking for new volunteers to join our team of existing volunteers and teachers for the 2019-20 academic year.

Your duties will include:

• Arriving punctually for the 9 am briefing by the Rainbow Club Manager;
• Working in a team with other volunteers and teachers to deliver literacy, numeracy, arts, sport activities – this includes ensuring children remain engaged throughout the lesson and carry out set tasks as instructed by the teacher;
• Working one-to-one with specific children if and when required;
• Filing classroom work and homework in children’s individual files and keeping all materials and resources tidy and properly stored;
• Liaising with parents as and when required for example distributing leaflets and news about future meetings and events and also assisting with parents' day;
• Following the teacher’s policies on discipline and classroom management;
• Supervising the children during break times;
• Supporting the children during class trips;
• Ensuring classrooms are clean and tidy at the end of each day – this may include being part of a regular team rota;
• Providing feedback and comments to the volunteer coordinator and Rainbow Club manager when required.

Why we want you?

We believe that when it comes to getting children outdoors and inspiring a love of nature, the earlier they start the better! At RSPB Rye Meads, we have established a popular toddler group which focuses on outdoor play and nature activities. We are looking for a friendly person who is passionate about working outdoors with young children to help with our toddler sessions. There is the possibility of progressing to leading sessions if desired.

Tasks will include: 

•  Helping to set up and run the sessions, every 1st and 3rd Monday of the month 9.00 - 12.30. Activities can include outdoor messy play, sensory activities, stories/ songs, nature themed activities, eg: bug hunting, nature walk, natural crafts etc.
• Assisting parents and children to get the most out of being outdoors.
•  Completing relevant training, eg safeguarding, and upholding the RSPB’s standards.

Key skills: 

•  A friendly and approachable manner 
• Good communication skills
• Enthusiastic about working with young children
• An interest in the outdoors and eagerness to share this
• Reliable and organised

What's in it for you?

This is an exciting opportunity to get creative and have fun outdoors. There is something special about seeing children hold their first snail or watching the delight on their faces as they observe a robin foraging for worms. You will facilitate these moments and have the satisfaction of seeing children grow in confidence and knowledge. The RSPB is an active and exciting conservation charity, the largest in Europe! We can help you gain skills and give you a valuable insight into our work. You will be part of a large network of volunteers here at Rye Meads.

As this is a permanent volunteer role that requires in-house and external training, we are looking for someone who can commit to regular volunteering.

Notes:

The group runs the first and third Monday of the month from 9.00- 12.30, including setting up and tidying up time.

In line with our Safeguarding policy, all applicants are subject to an Enhanced Disclosure from the Disclosure and Barring Service (England and Wales), Access NI in Northern Ireland, or a PVG Scheme registration check from Volunteer Scotland in Scotland. 

References will also be taken up. 

All necessary training  and equipment will be provided and travel expenses reimbursed (up to 25 miles max). The RSPB is the country's largest nature conservation charity, inspiring everyone to give nature a home. By volunteering your time and talents you can help us increase our impact and help us save more nature.

 Saturdays 09:30 – 12 noon

St Peter’s Church, Lewisham SE12 8UQ

Our Helping Hands food bank aims to tackle hunger by soliciting food for distribution through a network of agencies and programmes. Volunteers on this project will be helping the Food Bank Co-ordinator at the Food bank in coordinating efficient food distribution activities. The project has a number of varied opportunities for volunteers. These include welcoming service-users, assisting in the making-up and distribution of food parcels, project administration and supporting service users to take part in the cookery and nutrition groups associated with the project.

We are looking for people to join us who are passionate about the work of AFRIL and helping to tackle poverty in the UK. They must have an interest in and understanding of the hopes, needs and experiences of asylum seekers and refugees in the UK and an empathy and ability to work with people from disadvantaged and socially excluded backgrounds

As a member of the Foodbank volunteer team, the duties could include:

• Welcoming new and regular clients
• Encouraging service users to practice their English conversation
• Making up food parcels
• Supervising and playing with children attending with their parents
• Collecting food from local supermarkets and other food outlets (drivers)
• Assisting with monthly cookery or nutrition groups
• Assisting with foodbank events and celebrations

All volunteers in this role must:

• undertake any induction/ on-going training and learning as required
• acquaint themselves with all relevant, rules, policies & procedures
• personally comply with all relevant policies and procedures at all times
• read and sign the AFRIL confidentiality agreement
• be reliable and punctual
• demonstrate a real commitment to AFRIL’s vision, objectives and values and show an appreciation of and respect for all sections of our diverse community

Travel expenses will be reimbursed, up to £3 per day.

Our local groups provide high quality services to our MS community, offering local grants or funding research by donating to our national programmes. Our Finance Volunteers manage the local group’s finances to make sure that funds are spent according to our charitable objectives.

We’re the MS Society – a community of people living with MS, scientists, campaigners, listeners, organisers, ambassadors and fundraisers. Our volunteers are a key part of achieving our goals and their support is vital. Join us.

About this opportunity
We are looking to recruit a Finance Volunteer for our South East Kent Group. As a Finance Volunteer, you would be joining a coordinating team of volunteers to plan and deliver services and activities to support people locally.

You will maintain and approve income and expenditure records and explain financial information clearly to other group members. You would ensure our financial requirements and policies are followed, and that money is spent in a cost effective manner.

We are a very friendly group of 7 volunteers covering a large are of the South East area of Kent from Dover to Hythe and Ashford.  We currently hold a monthly support group meet-up in Ashford 10am - Noon 2nd Thursday in Month, but we would like to expand these in the future in other areas.  We have a support team who do visits and information signposting at the William Harvey Hospital.

We are very keen to expand our activities and would welcome new volunteers with ideas and support in helping us offer more for people affected by MS in our area.

The hours will be suited to compliment your own personal commitments.  If possible 2 to 4 hrs a week would be great if we can develop our services. We have the monthly support meet up which is currently 2 hrs a month but we would like to offer this more often if possible in 2019 to every other week or a new meeting in a different area.  We have group volunteer meetings every 4 months and there are volunteer events held twice a year for all volunteers by MS National Centre so all volunteers in the Kent area can meet up and share their activities and good ideas together.

This is a great opportunity to gain experience within a large charity and develop your existing skills and learn new ones. We need you to get involved and help make positive changes to the lives of people affected by MS.

About you
You’ll have an interest in the MS Society and the work that we do, as well as the enthusiasm to represent both us and our values locally. You will understand the needs of people affected by MS in your area and be sympathetic to the needs and motivations of volunteers. You’ll be comfortable with figures, preferably with an accounting or business background.

You must live in the South East Kent area to carry out this role.

Using their interpersonal and organisational skills, our Administration Volunteers are the linchpin for all local group activity. They act as the first point of contact for the group and play an important role in keeping the group’s data and details up to date to comply with data protection legislation.

We’re the MS Society – a community of people living with MS, scientists, campaigners, listeners, organisers, ambassadors and fundraisers. Our volunteers are a key part of achieving our goals and their support is vital. Join us.

About this opportunity
We are looking to recruit an Administration Volunteer for the South East Kent Group. As an Administration Volunteer you will be organising the admin of a group and ensuring group volunteers are aware of current agreements and activities

We are a very friendly group of 7 volunteers covering a large are of the South East area of Kent from Dover to Hythe and Ashford.  We currently hold a monthly support group meet-up in Ashford 10am - Noon 2nd Thursday in Month, but we would like to expand these in the future in other areas.  We have a support team who do visits and information signposting at the William Harvey Hospital.

We are very keen to expand our activities and would welcome new volunteers with ideas and support in helping us offer more for people affected by MS in our area.

The hours will be suited to compliment your own personal commitments.  If possible 2 to 4 hrs a week would be great if we can develop our services. We have the monthly support meet up which is currently 2 hrs a month but we would like to offer this more often if possible in 2019 to every other week or a new meeting in a different area.  We have group volunteer meetings every 4 months and there are volunteer events held twice a year for all volunteers by MS National Centre so all volunteers in the Kent area can meet up and share their activities and good ideas together.

This is a great opportunity to gain experience within a large charity and develop your existing skills and learn new ones. We need you to get involved and help make positive changes to the lives of people affected by MS.

About you
You’ll have an interest in the MS Society and the work that we do, as well as the enthusiasm to represent both us and our values locally. You will understand the needs of people affected by MS in your area and be sympathetic to the needs and motivations of volunteers. You’ll be a keen organiser of admin and record keeping and willing to share information with others.

You must live in the South East Kent area to carry out this role.