Volunteer mentors volunteer volunteer roles in Enfield, glasgow city
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Summary
Can you inspire, energise and motivate young people aged 12-18 years?
Do you enjoy making a real difference to the lives of young people?
Detailed description
Mentoring within One YMCA is delivered through the youth team and volunteers. Young people aged 13-19 years can access the service which provides support and encouragement for young people to work towards their goals.
Mentors and mentees are paired based on experience, expertise and support needed.
This project will last for up to a year with each young person, with an average of 3-4 hours per month being given to the young person and their support.
Training for this role is due to commence on 22nd January 2025 (Time and Location TBC)
Pay: This is a voluntary role; however, expenses will be covered.
Key Responsibilities:
·To attend full induction training and complete all relevant child protection checks
·To arrange to meet with your mentee for 1-3 hours a month over a period of 12 months, in a public place.
·To prepare for your mentoring sessions with the purpose of progressing with their mutually agreed goals.
·To offer tailored support to your Mentee in areas such as confidence and resilience building, accessing services, careers focus and development. You may be working on a number of areas as the needs of your Mentee present themselves.
·To safeguard and promote the wellbeing of your Mentee.
·To complete feedback, monitoring and evaluation forms.
·To liaise with the mentoring coordinator for support in delivery of sessions where needed.
·To help identify the support that your Mentee requires, reporting any concerns you have to the mentoring coordinator.
·Completing regular reviews with your Mentee and mentoring coordinator.
·Any other reasonable task that is associated with the role.
Personal Specification:
Experience:
- Experience of working with young people
- Experience of working with young people from a variety of backgrounds
Skills:
- Ability to work on own initiative and a willingness to prepare for each session
- Ability to use online video platforms such as Microsoft Teams
- Ability to think creatively and problem solve
- Good communication skills
- Good organisational skills
- Ability to work as a part of a team
- A willingness to meet the young person in a public space
Personal Qualities:
- An interest in working with young people
- Ability to engage with a young person
- The willingness to have an open mind and non-judgemental approach to supporting a young person in their mentoring journey
- Ability to cope with potentially difficult conversations or situations
- Commitment to the mentoring project and to the Mentee
- Motivated by promoting the wellbeing of young people
- Commitment to and ability to work in accordance with ethos of One YMCA, their polices and boundaries
Other:
- Willing to undertake and induction and training
- Willing to provide 2 references
- Willing to undergo an enhanced Disclosure and Barring check (DBS)
One YMCA's mission is to create supportive and energizing communities where young people can belong, contribute, and thrive.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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Volunteer Team Leader (Personal Development & Life Skills)
Guide. Inspire. Transform.
Unlock YOUR Potential – Empowering Adults Across the UK
Do you believe in the power of personal growth to transform lives?
Do you want to help lead a programme that restores dignity, builds resilience, and unlocks opportunity for adults from low-income backgrounds?
At Unlock YOUR Potential, we are seeking a Volunteer Team Leader (Personal Development & Life Skills) to support our Delivery Manager in running our transformative programmes. This is a leadership role rooted in empathy and structure — a chance to shape journeys, strengthen systems, and ensure every session flows with clarity, warmth, and impact.
Your Role
As Team Leader (Personal Development & Life Skills), you will:
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Support the planning and delivery of Personal Development and Life Skills programmes, ensuring sessions are practical, inclusive, and empowering.
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Guide volunteers and facilitators with clarity, compassion, and structure.
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Help participants build confidence, resilience, and essential life skills for independence and opportunity.
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Collaborate with the Delivery Manager to uphold the emotional and operational integrity of the programme.
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Be a steward of our mission — helping adults unlock their potential through growth, wellbeing, and self-improvement.
Why Join Us?
- Impact lives: Help adults gain confidence, resilience, and practical skills for everyday success.
- Grow together: Support a team of facilitators, mentors, and wellbeing coaches.
- Belong: Join a movement rooted in warmth, clarity, and empowerment.
- Legacy: Help build a charity that restores hope, resilience, and opportunity for generations.
Step forward. Lead with purpose. Support our mission as Team Leader (Personal Development & Life Skills). Together, we will unlock potential, restore dignity, and create opportunity across the UK.
GET INVOLVED | VOLUNTEER | HELP CHANGE LIVES
Unlock YOUR Potential
BREAKING BARRIERS | UNLOCKING POTENTIAL
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Join the Ranger Cadets as a Uniformed Volunteer Officer!
Step into a role of leadership, legacy, and community impact.
We are seeking Cadet Unit Managers (Officers in Charge) to lead weekly cadet units across England.
About Ranger Cadets:
Ranger Cadets is a new uniformed youth work organisation with a clear purpose: to equip young people with essential life skills, tools, and opportunities that help them grow into active citizens who make a positive contribution to society. Through training, service, and ceremonial identity, cadets gain confidence, resilience, and pride—while building a legacy of community impact.
Your Mission:
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Lead with pride: Manage a cadet unit one evening per week.
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Serve with honour: Support occasional weekend public duties, representing the Ranger Cadets in your community in uniform.
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Inspire the next generation: Guide young people through training, service, and ceremonial events.
Your Path to Advancement:
After 12 months of service, you’ll have the opportunity to rise in rank to Multi-Cadet Unit Manager, taking command of two or more cadet units—expanding your leadership and impact.
Why Volunteer with Ranger Cadets?
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Be part of a uniformed tradition that blends discipline with community pride.
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Gain leadership experience and ceremonial training.
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Make a lasting difference in the lives of young people.
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Join a movement that values honour, service, and legacy.
Call to Action:
If you’re ready to wear the uniform, lead with dignity, and inspire the future, step forward today. Become a Ranger Cadet Officer—your journey starts here.
RANGER CADETS
#PreparedForLife
To empower young people through structured, uniformed experiences that build life skills, leadership, teamwork, and a strong sense of community.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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About Children With Voices
Children With Voices (CWV) is a grassroots charity supporting children, young people, and families through alternative education, life-skills programmes, wellbeing activities, and community food hubs.
Our mission is to empower children with confidence, resilience, and the tools they need to thrive. We work closely with local schools, families, and partners to create safe, supportive learning environments where every child is valued and heard.
Role: Youth Mentor / Support Worker
Location: Community sites / schools
Hours: 2–4 hours per week (flexible)
Contract: Volunteer
Reports to: Head of Programmes & Education
Role Overview
As a Youth Mentor, you will provide emotional, practical and wellbeing support to young people who need a positive role model. You will help build resilience, confidence, and healthy life-skills.
Key Responsibilities
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Provide 1:1 mentoring and group support
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Encourage positive behaviour, engagement and wellbeing
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Support workshops, activities and trips
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Build safe, trusting relationships with young people
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Report safeguarding concerns appropriately
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Log basic session notes and progress
Person Specification
Essential:
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Empathy, patience, and strong listening skills
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Experience supporting young people (formal or informal)
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Commitment to safeguarding and boundaries
Desirable:
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Experience in youth work, coaching or education
Benefits
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Safeguarding, mentoring and youth-work training
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Flexible volunteering
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Excellent experience for education, youth work, or social care careers
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Meaningful impact on young people’s lives
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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Summary
Supporting young people in leading activities and mentoring support by providing a listening ear and practical support and guidance.
Detailed description
You’ll find plenty of ways to use your listening skills as well as being a first point of advice for practical concerns that young people face or for supporting them in fun and exciting activities and games. We have our Youth Sessions based in Watford, Hatfield and Cheshunt.
Tuesdays (Watford, Orbital Community Centre)
4.30pm to 6.30pm (Juniors)
6.30pm to 8pm (Seniors)
Wednesdays
The Hive @ Jim McDonald Centre
Seniors - 4.30pm to 6pm
Thursdays
St John' Youth Centre
Juniors - 4.30pm to 6pm
Project Group - 6.30 to 7.30
You will be:
Supporting youth work activities and workshops
Supervising young people in discussion sessions
Building positive relationships with young people
Working with other staff to plan and evaluate activities by gaining feedback
The application process is simple - please submit an initial enquiries form by clicking on the below link with your details and ensure you let us know that you saw our advert on the CharityJob website and we will get in touch to discuss next steps. Following a brief discussion we will ask you to fill in a few more details, carry out an informal interview and apply for a DBS check as well as requesting details of two referees.
We also provide full training and support throughout your journey and you will have access to events and celebrations throughout the year!
We look forward to welcoming you to be a part of the One YMCA Family!
One YMCA's mission is to create supportive and energizing communities where young people can belong, contribute, and thrive.
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Volunteers Facilitators for elop’s Training & Education Service
elop’s Training and Education Service delivers workshops; training programmes; and consultancy to professionals and organisations working with the LGBT+ community. As a specialist in LGBT+ Mental Health and Wellbeing, we want to raise awareness of the challenges faced by our community and help organisations become more LGBT+ inclusive and affirmative. Our training programmes get people talking, thinking and planning for change that makes a real difference to LGBT+ people’s lives.
All our volunteer facilitators must positively identify as lesbian, gay, bisexual and/ or trans (Schedule
9, Part 1, Paragraph 1 of the Equality Act 2010 applies).
We are looking to better represent the diversity of our community and actively encourage
applications from people that identify as male, trans/ non-binary and/or from Black Asian and
Minority Ethnic Groups.
Training Facilitator Volunteer Role Description
By joining the Training & Education Team you will have the opportunity to:
• Facilitate and co-facilitate workshops and training programmes to a range of external
organisations, including schools
• Design and deliver learning activities and presentations, both online and in-person
• Support organisations to improve their services for LGBT+ people
• Be given relevant training and supervision to ensure your development
• Be part of a dynamic team that offers a range of learning opportunities
Induction training will be provided alongside line management support.
Training Facilitator Volunteer Person Specification
Applicants should:
• have experience of presenting to groups, either online or in-person
• be a confident communicator
• be able to think on their feet and respond to questions that can feel challenging
• have awareness of key issues that LGBT+ people face
• understand the impact of discrimination and stigma on mental health
To better the mental health and well-being of LGBTQ+ people, and to challenge the discrimination and inequalities that our community face.


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Volunteer Opportunity: Divisional Officer (Uniformed Role)
Organisation: Ranger Cadets
Location: London (local unit)
Commitment: One evening per week, 7–9pm
About Us
Ranger Cadets is a new, independent, non-profit uniformed youth organisation with a bold mission: to engage young people in their communities, equip them with essential life skills, and unlock their full potential. We are non-political, non-religious, and proudly inclusive – open to all, regardless of background.
We believe every young person deserves the chance to shine, to belong, and to grow into the leaders of tomorrow.
The Role
We are seeking committed Divisional Officers to serve in a uniformed volunteer position, managing one of our weekly cadet units in London. This is a hands-on leadership role for someone who can inspire young people, coordinate adult volunteers, and deliver our cadet syllabus programme with energy and dignity.
As a Divisional Officer, you will:
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Lead a local Ranger Cadets unit one evening per week (7–9pm).
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Wear the Ranger Cadets uniform with pride, embodying our values of dignity, inclusivity, and service.
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Manage and coordinate adult volunteers, ensuring clarity and support in their roles.
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Deliver and oversee the cadet syllabus programme, helping young people gain essential life skills.
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Ensure safeguarding, compliance, and organisational standards are upheld.
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Build a welcoming, inspiring environment where every cadet feels valued and motivated.
Who We’re Looking For
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Enthusiastic leaders with experience in youth work, education, or community engagement.
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Strong organisational and people-management skills.
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Ability to inspire and guide both young people and adult volunteers.
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Passion for youth empowerment, social mobility, and community impact.
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Commitment to our values: non-political, non-religious, inclusive, and open to all.
What You’ll Gain
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The honour of serving in a uniformed role that represents dignity, pride, and community impact.
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The chance to directly shape the lives of young people in your community.
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A role that blends leadership, teaching, and community service.
How to Apply
If you are ready to serve in uniform, lead a weekly cadet unit, and help unlock the potential of young people, we would love to hear from you.
RANGER CADETS
#PreparedForLife
To empower young people through structured, uniformed experiences that build life skills, leadership, teamwork, and a strong sense of community.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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Job Title: Admin Assistant
Reports To: Department Manager
Location: Remote
Employment Type: Volunteer (12 hours/week for 6 months)
About the Project – “Solta o Jogo”
Solta o Jogo is a vibrant cultural competition and festival celebrating Brazilian heritage through Capoeira, music, dance, acrobatics, and a Brazilian arts & crafts fair. Hosted at Kingston University Townhouse, the event invites the community to participate in free performances, workshops, and exhibitions promoting cross-cultural understanding.
As part of this initiative, we are seeking a dedicated Admin Assistant to support the day-to-day coordination and administrative operations behind this exciting and community-driven programme.
Position Overview:
The Admin Assistant will play a vital role in supporting communication, event coordination, documentation, and volunteer tracking. This position is perfect for someone looking to gain hands-on experience in nonprofit administration, event logistics, and team coordination. The role offers flexibility, skill development opportunities, and the chance to make a meaningful impact within the community.
Key Responsibilities:
Event Coordination Support
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Schedule and manage logistics for project events, workshops, and community showcases.
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Track bookings, rehearsals, and venue use to ensure a smooth timeline.
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Support RSVP management and communication for performances and activities.
Data & Documentation Management
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Maintain and organise project records such as attendance sheets, registration forms, and feedback.
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Ensure digital files are properly stored and accessible for all team members.
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Assist in compiling reports and summaries post-events.
Communication & Liaison
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Serve as a contact point for public and internal queries related to the project.
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Help coordinate communication between departments involved in the project (HR, Marketing, PR, Finance).
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Communicate with facilitators, artists, and partners to confirm details and provide logistical support.
Resource & Inventory Support
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Track inventory of promotional and event materials.
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Assist in coordinating procurement and delivery of materials for activities and performances.
Volunteer Coordination
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Monitor onboarding progress of volunteers engaged in Solta o Jogo.
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Assist with preparing and maintaining volunteer schedules.
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Provide administrative support during volunteer briefings and training.
General Administrative Duties
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Take meeting minutes and circulate action items.
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Help draft internal updates, task lists, and team reminders.
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Provide general clerical support as needed.
Required Qualifications:
Education:
No specific degree required, but experience in administration, event coordination, or office support is desirable.
Skills & Attributes:
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Excellent organisational and time-management skills.
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Proficiency in Microsoft Office (especially Word and Excel).
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Strong verbal and written communication skills.
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Attention to detail and ability to multitask efficiently.
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Friendly, professional, and proactive attitude.
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Ability to work independently as well as collaboratively with remote teams.
Benefits:
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Gain practical experience in nonprofit administration and cultural event coordination.
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Work flexibly with a remote, supportive team.
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Contribute to a vibrant, meaningful community project.
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Receive mentoring and transferable skill development.
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Local travel reimbursement for any in-person events or meetings (if applicable).
Equality Statement:
Quilombo UK is committed to fostering an inclusive and diverse environment. We promote equal opportunities in line with the Equality Act 2010. Discrimination of any kind will not be tolerated, and we welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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Lead with Legacy: Become a Multi-Cadet Unit Manager (Deputy Area Officer)
Ranger Cadets is calling visionary leaders to step forward.
We are seeking Multi-Cadet Unit Managers (Deputy Area Officers) to guide and inspire cadet units across an area of England local to where you live.
About Ranger Cadets:
Ranger Cadets is a new uniformed youth work organisation dedicated to equipping young people with essential life skills, tools, and opportunities to become active citizens who make a positive contribution to society. Through training, service, and ceremonial identity, cadets grow in confidence, resilience, and pride—building a legacy of community impact.
Your Mission:
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Command with dignity: Manage at least two cadet units, ensuring weekly training and ceremonial excellence.
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Mentor with purpose: Support the training and shadowing of new volunteers, guiding them into the Ranger Cadets tradition. Especially Officers In Charge of Cadet Units (Cadet Unit Managers), giving your advice and experience.
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Inspire with vision: Shape the future of young people through leadership, service, and community engagement.
Your Path to Advancement:
After 12 months of service, you’ll have the opportunity to rise in rank to Area Manager (Area Officer). In this role, you will:
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Lead a group of cadet units.
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Support, guide, and empower Cadet Unit Managers (Officers in Charge).
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Carry forward the ceremonial identity and community mission of Ranger Cadets.
Why Volunteer as a Multi-Cadet Unit Manager?
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Step into a senior leadership role within a growing national movement.
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Gain mentorship and management experience while shaping new volunteers.
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Make a lasting difference in the lives of young people and your community.
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Be part of a tradition that values honour, service, and legacy.
Call to Action:
If you’re ready to lead multiple units, mentor new volunteers, and rise through the ranks, the Ranger Cadets need you. Become a Deputy Area Officer—your journey to Area Manager begins here.
RANGER CADETS
#PreparedForLife
To empower young people through structured, uniformed experiences that build life skills, leadership, teamwork, and a strong sense of community.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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Volunteer Opportunity: Adult Instructor (Uniformed Role)
Organisation: Ranger Cadets
Location: Local Cadet Unit (London)
Commitment: Weekly Evening Sessions
About Us
Ranger Cadets is a new, independent, non-profit uniformed youth organisation with a bold mission: to engage young people in their communities, equip them with essential life skills, and unlock their full potential. We are non-political, non-religious, and proudly inclusive – open to all, regardless of background.
We believe every young person deserves the chance to shine, to belong, and to grow into the leaders of tomorrow.
The Role
We are seeking passionate Adult Instructors to serve in a uniformed volunteer position, leading on the training, development, and empowerment of cadets within a local London cadet unit. This is a hands-on role for someone who can inspire young people, deliver engaging sessions, and help them progress through our syllabus programme.
As an Adult Instructor, you will:
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Wear the Ranger Cadets uniform with pride, embodying our values of dignity, inclusivity, and service.
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Lead training sessions that equip cadets with essential life skills, tools, and opportunities to grow.
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Support cadets in earning badges for their uniform and advancing through the ranks.
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Mentor and empower young people, building their confidence and resilience.
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Work alongside fellow volunteers to deliver a safe, structured, and inspiring programme.
Who We’re Looking For
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Enthusiastic individuals with a passion for youth development and community service.
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Strong communication and mentoring skills.
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Ability to engage and inspire young people in a group setting.
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Commitment to our values: non-political, non-religious, inclusive, and open to all.
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No prior cadet or military experience required—training and support will be provided.
What You’ll Gain
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The honour of serving in a uniformed role that represents dignity, pride, and community impact.
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The chance to directly shape the lives of young people in your community.
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A role that blends teaching, mentoring, and leadership.
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Personal satisfaction from seeing cadets grow, achieve, and advance.
How to Apply
If you are ready to serve in uniform, inspire young people, and help them unlock their potential, we would love to hear from you.
RANGER CADETS
#PreparedForLife
To empower young people through structured, uniformed experiences that build life skills, leadership, teamwork, and a strong sense of community.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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To help share moral story videos, which are currently on youtube and resources with parents, teachers, schools, Sunday schools, and children’s groups — so more children can access messages of kindness, confidence, and emotional understanding.
What You’ll Do:
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Share stories in parent/teacher WhatsApp groups (only where appropriate)
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Send links to teachers, Sunday school leaders, and youth group organizers
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Suggest stories for school assemblies or “circle time” discussion
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Help identify new communities who may benefit from the stories
Perfect For:
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Parents
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Teachers
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Teaching Assistants
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Church/Sunday school helpers
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Caring adults who want to support children emotionally
No experience required — just a kind heart.
Time Commitment: 1–2 hours per week (flexible, self-paced)
Location: Online / Remote
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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We are seeking a dedicated and experienced Qualified Counselling Supervisor to provide online supervision for our counsellors.
Responsibilities:
- Group Supervision:
- Facilitate fortnightly group supervision sessions for trainee counsellors.
- Create a safe, supportive, and reflective learning environment.
- Facilitate discussions around client work, ethical dilemmas, and professional development.
- Encourage self-awareness, critical thinking, and the integration of theory and practice.
- Provide constructive feedback and guidance to trainees.
- Monitor trainee progress and identify areas for development.
- Ethical and Professional Practice:
- Ensure supervision adheres to the ethical guidelines of the [Relevant Professional Body, e.g., BACP, UKCP].
- Maintain accurate and confidential records of supervision sessions.
- Stay up-to-date with current counselling theory, practice, and ethical guidelines.
- Recognise and manage potential conflicts of interest.
- Contribute to the development of the counselling service.
- Collaboration and Communication:
- Liaise with placement coordinators and other relevant staff as required.
- Provide timely feedback to trainees and placement coordinators.
- Maintain professional boundaries.
Person Specification:
Essential Criteria:
- Qualified and experienced counselling supervisor with a recognised supervision qualification.
- Membership of a relevant professional body (e.g., BACP, UKCP) and adherence to their ethical framework.
- Significant experience in providing counselling supervision, particularly in a group setting.
- Demonstrable knowledge of counselling theory, practice, and ethical guidelines.
- Excellent communication, interpersonal, and facilitation skills.
- Ability to create a safe and supportive learning environment.
- Commitment to ongoing professional development.
- Ability to maintain clear and accurate records.
What difference will you make?
Ongoing Professional Development:
- Your support will help our counsellors stay up-to-date with the best practices
Client Safety:
- You will help to protect clients, ensuring that counsellors are working ethically and effectively
Quality Assurance:
You will help us ensure that our counselling services are delivered to a high standard
Applicants will be required to complete our application form, with request for references.
Organisation: Support U is a leading LGBTQIA+ resource and support service based in the Thames Valley area.
Location: Work from home but ideally based in or around Berkshire.
Commitment: Approximately 2-4 hours a week alongside any training and volunteer team catch ups / planning meetings
Overview:
Support U is launching Rainbow Line in January 2026 — a dedicated listening line for the LGBTQIA+ community — and we are seeking compassionate, committed volunteers to join us as Call Handlers. Rainbow Line has been created to offer LGBTQIA+ people a safe, confidential and non-judgemental space to talk, be heard, and feel supported.
The service is designed for individuals who may be feeling isolated, overwhelmed, or in need of someone to listen. While Rainbow Line is not a professional counselling, psychotherapy or crisis service, volunteers play a vital role in offering empathetic listening and, where appropriate, signposting callers to specialist services and organisations for further support. By volunteering with Rainbow Line, you’ll be helping to reduce isolation and create a more connected, supportive community.
What You’ll Be Doing
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This is a home based volunteering role, but you’ll ideally need to be based in or around Berkshire.
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The telephone support service will run twice a week within a 2-hour time slot. You’ll ideally commit to 2–4 hours per week.
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Service users will pre-book telephone appointments via our website.
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You’ll answer pre-booked calls, providing a safe, non-judgemental space for users to talk openly and be heard, with signposting to other relevant services.
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After each call, you’ll complete a short record noting topics that came up, and any safeguarding concerns.
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Support U’s designated safeguarding leads will be available during service hours for any immediate advice or escalation.
Who This Role Would Suit
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Someone looking for a long term volunteering opportunity.
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Qualified counsellors, psychotherapists, or other talking therapy practitioners who wish to give back to the community.
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Students or trainees in counselling, psychotherapy, psychology, social work, or mental health nursing seeking practical experience.
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Individuals with experience in other listening based support roles.
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People with strong empathy, good listening skills, and an interest in supporting the wellbeing of the LGBTQ+ community.
What’s In It for You
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Make a direct and positive impact on the lives of LGBTQ+ individuals.
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Help create a safe, judgement free space for those who may never have experienced one before.
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Offer meaningful support, even a short 45 minute conversation can impact someone’s day or outlook.
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Contribute to a wider effort to foster safety, inclusion, and understanding within the community.
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Gain valuable experience in active listening, support work and working with diverse communities.
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Be part of a welcoming, passionate and supportive team.
Requirements
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Based in or around Berkshire (desirable, but not essential)
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Able to realistically commit to a minimum of 2-4 hours per week for the long term.
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Basic administrative skills and strong communication and organisation skills.
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Some experience in a similar line of work (e.g. counselling, mentoring, support work) or willingness to learn and undertake training.
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Willing to undergo an enhanced DBS check.
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Evidence of completed safeguarding training or willingness to complete safeguarding training organised by Support U.
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Comfortable using basic technology to answer calls/log call notes.
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Commitment to maintaining confidentiality and safeguarding best practice.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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Urban Youth Needs a Trailblazer
Lead the movement. Shape the future. Empower young people.
Urban Youth is a brand‑new youth work charity in inner London, and we’re here to spark change for young people aged 11–19. We’re building spaces full of energy, positivity, and opportunity—where young people can discover themselves, connect with others, and grow into their best selves.
Now we need someone bold, passionate, and visionary to run Urban Youth with us.
The role:
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Volunteer commitment: 5 hours per week minimum (with loads of flexibility).
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Lead from the front—drive our charity forward with energy and vision.
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Shape programmes that inspire, empower, and make a real difference.
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Be the heartbeat of a new movement in inner London.
What we’re looking for:
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Someone with passion, vision, and leadership.
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A person who thrives on empowering others and building community.
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A changemaker who wants to leave a legacy and help young people shine.
What you’ll get:
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The chance to lead something brand new and exciting.
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Flexibility to fit volunteering around your life.
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A supportive team that believes in your ideas and energy.
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The joy of knowing you’re making a real impact in young people’s lives.
Ready to step up?
If you’ve got the drive, the passion, and the vision to lead Urban Youth, we want to hear from you. This is your chance to be the spark that lights up a whole generation.
Get in touch today—let’s build something unforgettable together.
URBAN YOUTH
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Job Title: Programme Manager
Reports To: Programme Director
Location: Hybrid
Employment Type: Full - Time
About the Project – “Solta o Jogo”
“Solta o Jogo” is an exciting cultural competition and community festival celebrating Brazilian traditions through Capoeira, music, dance, and acrobatics. Hosted at Kingston University Townhouse, this event offers free taster classes, performances, and a vibrant Brazilian arts & products fair—engaging local communities and encouraging cross-cultural learning.
We are looking for a Programme Manager to oversee the planning, coordination, and execution of the event. This hybrid volunteering role requires a commitment of 12 hours per week for 6 months. It is best suited for someone based near Kingston, as travel expenses will be reimbursed. This is a great opportunity to lead a high-profile community initiative that has previously been praised by local councillors, Kingston University, and the Brazilian Consulate in London.
Position Overview:
The Programme Manager oversees the strategic delivery of a multi-project programme focused on enhancing employability and skills development for target populations. This role ensures alignment with organisational and community goals, driving initiatives that reduce skills gaps, improve workforce readiness, and foster partnerships with employers and training providers. Reporting to the Programme Director, the Programme Manager manages a team of project specialists and coordinators, ensuring seamless execution of programme activities and measurable impact.
Key Responsibilities:
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Programme Leadership:
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Lead the end-to-end employability and skills development programme delivery, ensuring alignment with strategic objectives.
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Mentor and manage project specialists and coordinators, assigning tasks tied to programme milestones such as training workshops, employer partnerships, and participant assessments.
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Stakeholder Collaboration:
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Build and maintain relationships with employers, educational institutions, government agencies, and community organisations to align programme outcomes with labour market needs.
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Act as the primary point of contact for external partners, ensuring their requirements (e.g., hiring criteria, certification standards) are integrated into programme design.
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Programme Design & Delivery:
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Oversee the development of training curricula, mentorship initiatives, and job placement strategies tailored to diverse participant groups (e.g., youth, career changers).
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Monitor participant progress and employment outcomes, using data to refine programme effectiveness.
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Risk & Compliance Management:
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Identify barriers to participant success (e.g., accessibility, resource gaps) and escalate systemic challenges to the Programme Manager with actionable solutions.
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Reporting & Communication:
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Track and report on key metrics such as participant engagement, skill acquisition rates, and post-programme employment status.
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Prepare updates for senior leadership and stakeholders to demonstrate programme impact.
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Process Improvement:
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Implement feedback loops with participants and partners to continuously enhance programme quality.
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Promote best practices in adult education, vocational training, and equity-focused initiatives.
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Required Qualifications:
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Education: Bachelor’s degree in Education, Social Work, Human Resources, or a related field.
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Experience:
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3–5 years managing employability, workforce development, or adult education programmes.
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Proven experience leading teams and collaborating with cross-sector stakeholders.
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Skills:
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Strong understanding of labour market trends and barriers to employment.
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Ability to design inclusive, participant-centric programmes.
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Proficiency in data analysis tools (e.g., Excel, CRM systems) and project management software.
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Exceptional communication skills for engaging diverse audiences.
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Certifications: Certifications in programme management (e.g., PgMP), career coaching, or adult education are advantageous.
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