Volunteer volunteer roles in brent cross, greater london
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About Roots Academy.
Roots Academy’s Vision.
A generation of young Muslims who embody and promote a God-centred way of life.
At Roots Academy, we’ve built a learning experience that’s changing the lives of the ummah’s future leaders, change-makers and visionaries. Our Mission is to deliver a structured and transformative education in the Essentials of Islam in a way that lowers barriers to access, develops a deep certainty, and inspires action.
Why Does Roots Academy Exist?
Crisis of Faith: 1 in 4 young Muslims are leaving the religion due to various factors, primarily the pervasive anti-religious content and temptations they encounter online and offline.
Roots Academy exists to bridge this gap by providing a structured and transformative Islamic education that speaks directly to the needs and challenges of young Muslims today, delivered in an engaging and accessible form that removes barriers to access and provokes thought and action.
Role Summary.
As Donor Communications Officer at Roots Academy, you will lead the development and delivery of tailored communication strategies to engage, retain, and grow our donor base. This role is central to building lasting donor relationships and advancing Roots Academy’s mission through effective, values-driven communication.
Key tasks
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Defining and maintaining donor personas to ensure targeted, relevant messaging.
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Mapping the end-to-end donor journey and delivering timely, mission-aligned communications at each stage.
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Creating and sending monthly updates to new and recently lapsed donors to encourage continued support.
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Collaborating with the content and fundraising teams to create compelling email content to attract and convert new donors.
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Developing and executing re-engagement strategies for lapsed monthly donors.
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Collaborating closely with the Marketing and Design teams to align messaging and visual content across campaigns.
What we’re looking for
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Passion for Islamic education and the development of young Muslims.
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Excellent written communication skills with a warm, authentic tone.
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An understanding of the donor experience and the importance of relationship-building
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Strong attention to detail and an eye for clear, concise, and emotionally resonant copy.
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Ability to work independently, manage deadlines, and take initiative.
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Prior experience in communications, copywriting, fundraising or customer service (desirable but not essential).
What we have to offer
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Be part of a team of 100+ dedicated volunteers across the UK, Ireland, Canada, US, UAE and Australia.
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Receive continuous rewards for those that seek Islamic knowledge from the Roots platform.
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Be a part of a growing organisation that aims to revive and educate Muslims from a grassroots perspective.
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Professional development and practical experience in design and digital marketing.
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Receive in-house tarbiyah (personal & spiritual development) sessions to develop your deen.
Please note this is an unpaid volunteer position.
Volunteers are entitled to claim expenses incurred for food, travel and equipment, in line with our Expenses policy.
We teach structured, engaging and transformative face-to-face foundational Islamic education to Young Muslims across the UK and internationally.

The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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Digital Storyteller (Social Media Lead)
Role Type: Volunteer
Time Commitment: Flexible – approx. 3–5 hrs/month
Location: Remote
About the role:
This role is all about capturing the essence of Mindful Strides and sharing it with the world. You’ll create social media posts, share event updates, highlight community moments, and help us connect with people who might want to join.
You might enjoy this role if you:
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Love telling stories through photos, videos, or words
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Enjoy using platforms like Instagram or Canva
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Are creative and care about visual storytelling
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Want to grow a heartfelt, engaged online community
A community designed for you to connect through movement, nature and wellness!
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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Would you like to support the unpaid carers of people with mental health issues? We are looking for an enthusiastic, caring person to join our management committee.
Kingston Mental Health Carers’ Forum is a small but active charity that represents unpaid mental health carers (ie Family, Friends) in the Royal Borough of Kingston. Local statutory services recognize our collective voice and campaigning role and actively engage us in policy making and service development.
Our current team - all volunteers - includes people with professional skills and lived experience of being mental health carers. Because of this we understand the issues facing carers, for them personally and their loved ones. We provide 1:1 advice and guidance, and encourage self-empowerment.
We hold a monthly support group and keep members up to date on current mental health provision. We believe that supporting carers’ wellbeing will also help their loved ones, aiming for the best possible mental health.
We want to grow our membership and develop our services. As a volunteer with the relevant professional skills, lived experience and a strong motivation to serve our local community, you can contribute to shaping the future direction of KMHCF.
As we have no paid staff, we are particularly keen to hear from those who can also offer to take hands-on responsibility for moving the development of our service forward. This might indicate an applicant who offers professional skills, but is now retired and would like to serve the community.
If you have expertise to offer, plus an enthusiasm to serve Carers who can often feel isolated and bewildered in their role, we’d like to hear from you.
To offer support, advice and guidance to unpaid Carers, who can often feel isolated.

The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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Our Education Officer, Laura Chepner, coordinates the Vegan Campout Family Marquee each year and is looking for an enthusiastic assistant. This role begins with some remote administrative support and builds up to on-site assistance a few days before the festival. You would be required on site from Tuesday 26th August, supporting Laura, up to the morning of Friday 29 August when you will clock off. After that, you’re free to enjoy the rest of the festival from Saturday onwards (free ticket included). vegv
This is a fantastic opportunity for anyone interested in gaining hands-on experience in events or festival planning, while gaining an exclusive behind-the-scenes insight into one of the UK’s most successful vegan festivals.
Why do we need you?
Vegan Campout's Family Marquee is growing year on year and we want to ensure it continues to be a welcoming, engaging and successful space for children and families. To achieve this, we need a dedicated and capable volunteer to support Laura Chepner, our Education Officer, in preparing and delivering an event that gets better every year. As the marquee evolves and expands, so too does the work required behind the scenes – and your help will be vital in making this year the most successful yet.
What does the role involve?
In the months leading up to the festival, you’ll support Laura with various administrative tasks, including managing emails and maintaining Excel spreadsheets. This support will gradually increase as the event draws nearer.
You may also assist in liaising with volunteers and artists, collecting and managing essential information such as DBS certificates and first aid qualifications.
From Tuesday 26 August, you’ll be on-site helping with the physical setup of the marquee, coordinating deliveries, arranging activities and supporting logistical tasks. You’ll also help liaise with partners and sponsors to ensure everything is in place and ready for the opening day.
What training and support is available?
There is no formal training required. You will be working closely with Laura, who will guide and support you throughout the entire process.
What skills would be useful in doing this role?
We are looking for a volunteer who is:
- Proficient in administrative tasks
- Confident using Microsoft Office, especially Excel
- Organised, reliable and dependable
- Friendly with strong people skills
- Comfortable managing communications and coordinating information
What does my availability need to be?
*Non-negotiable – You must be available to arrive on-site at Campout from Tuesday 26 August and remain until the morning of Friday 29 August. Food and breaks will be fully catered for during this period.
In the months leading up to the festival, there will be a few hours of admin support required each week. From May onwards and this will gradually increase, reaching a maximum of around 16 hours per week across June, July and August.
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An ideal opportunity to make a lasting diference in the lives of vulnerable women those who have experienced some form of abuse, violence or trauma and sexual exploitation. To be part of a team providing practical help and support within a women's only space, offering compassionate care and a listening ear. To engage in and also opportunity to lead creative activities, exploring faith and helping build trustful friendships, providing hospitality and friendly conversations. The ability to identify women that may need extra support or referral to external agencies.
The ideal person volunteering for this role should have the ability to relate sensitively to vulnerable women, with various needs, able to build rapport and boundaries in relationships. A commitment and compassion for our cause, preferably Christian, have good communication and listening skills. Good time management and able to work well as part of a team. Be friendly, approachable, a positive outlook and enthusiastic, with a willingness to learn. Preferably knowledge, understanding or lived experience of sexual exploitation and or domestic abuse, an awareness of the needs of the vulnerable.
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Roots Academy’s Vision.
A generation of young Muslims who embody and promote a God-centred way of life.
At Roots Academy, we’ve built a learning experience that’s changing the lives of the ummah’s future leaders, change-makers and visionaries. Our Mission is to deliver a structured and transformative education in the Essentials of Islam in a way that lowers barriers to access, develops a deep certainty, and inspires action.
Why Does Roots Academy Exist?
Crisis of Faith: 1 in 4 young Muslims are leaving the religion due to various factors, primarily the pervasive anti-religious content and temptations they encounter online and offline.
Roots Academy exists to bridge this gap by providing a structured and transformative Islamic education that speaks directly to the needs and challenges of young Muslims today, delivered in an engaging and accessible form that removes barriers to access and provokes thought and action.
Role Summary.
As a Graphic Designer, you will be instrumental in shaping the visual identity of Roots Academy UK. From designing educational resources and social media assets to crafting digital campaigns and event materials, your work will ensure our content reflects excellence, clarity, and spiritual depth. You will help bring Islamic learning to life through purposeful, polished, and impactful design.
Key tasks
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Design Development: Create visually compelling graphics for use across social media, email, web, presentations, and print.
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Brand Consistency: Ensure all visual materials align with Roots Academy’s brand guidelines and Islamic values.
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Content Support: Collaborate with the social media and education teams to translate ideas and scripts into polished, engaging visuals.
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Template Creation: Build easy-to-edit templates for internal teams to use (e.g., Canva or Google Slides).
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Trend Awareness: Stay up to date on design and content trends, especially within the faith-based and youth development space.
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Project Management: Maintain organized design files and deliver work in a timely manner.
What we’re looking for
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Strong design portfolio demonstrating creativity, clarity, and alignment with brand guidelines.
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Experience using tools like Canva, Adobe Illustrator, Photoshop, or Figma.
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Attention to detail and a strong sense of layout, typography, and visual hierarchy.
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Ability to take direction while contributing creative input.
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A deep understanding of Islamic values and visual modesty in design.
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Experience designing for social media platforms (Instagram, YouTube, TikTok).
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Excellent communication and time-management skills.
What we have to offer
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Be part of a team of 100+ dedicated volunteers across the UK, Ireland, Canada, US, UAE and Australia.
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Receive continuous rewards for those that seek Islamic knowledge from the Roots platform.
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Be a part of a growing organisation that aims to revive and educate Muslims from a grassroots perspective.
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Professional development and practical experience in design and digital marketing.
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Receive in-house tarbiyah (personal & spiritual development) sessions to develop your deen.
Please note this is an unpaid volunteer position.
Volunteers are entitled to claim expenses incurred for food, travel and equipment, in line with our Expenses policy.
We teach structured, engaging and transformative face-to-face foundational Islamic education to Young Muslims across the UK and internationally.

The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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Breadwinners Part-Time Google Ads Manager (ProBono)
Flour Salt and Time Video / Stories / Participatory Action Research and Environmental Impact Report 2025
Job title: Part-Time GoogleAds (Probono)
Reporting to: Project Director, and to the Communications Manager
Remuneration: Pro-bono, Transport and Lunch covered.
Days and Hours: 2hrs a week, Wednesdays Ideally, or otherwise arranged.
Duration: 3-month commitment, to revisit every month ongoing.
Location: London, several central areas and expanding reach, flexible location and availability to do remotely.
Start: Aug 2025 / Apply ASAP as we interview and recruit as applications come, no more applications will be taken after 15th July 2025
Breadwinners is growing, and are delighted to offer an amazing opportunity for a Pro-Bono Part-Time GoogleAds Manager to support the Director and Comms manager on delivering GoogleAds Campaigns for not for profit, and grow our community of supporters, helping more young refugees into their first UK job at our market stalls selling the best artisan organic bread and gaining training and mentoring.
We are looking for a highly motivated, creative and innovative GoogleAds Volunteer with a passion for supporting refugees and young people seeking asylum. We are a small, and ambitious start-up, so a can-do attitude and the drive to work within a small, start-up team, delivering a huge impact is essential, together with an ability to assist our beneficiaries at the market stalls over the weekend.
You will be working with the Managing Director, Comms Manager, core team, young people and volunteers, charity partners to deliver our GoogleAds Campaigns, maintaining a CTR of at least 7% and maximising the use of Google Grants.
You will have the chance of seeing the impact your work has, meeting amazing people that deserve better opportunities, working together with a passionate team in a fun and positive environment.
Please apply as soon as possible, by submitting your cover letter and CV following instructions on website. Please use “BW - Part - Time GoogleAds Volunteer” as the email subject.
We want to encourage applications from people with personal, professional or volunteering experience, and welcome informal chats about the role - please contact Martin Cosarinsky Campos
Key responsibilities
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Communications
Support the Comms Officer in delivering accurate and creative copy content for google platforms, promoting the skills and resilience of Refugees and People seeking asylum, promoting our bread delivery e-commerce. Work as a team respecting Breadwinners Values.
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GoogleAds
Create and run GoogleAds Campaigns, driving traffic to specific areas of Breadwinners Website. Maximise the use of Google Ads Grants. Report campaigns status and creation on the Breadwinners spreadsheet.
About Breadwinners (watch video)
Breadwinners is an ambitious grassroots charity set up in April 2016. We provide Londoners with the best organic artisan bread while empowering refugees through employment, work experience, entrepreneurship opportunities, training and mentoring.
Today, Breadwinners sell the highest quality organic artisan bread on farmers markets across London and Brighton, and has a wholesale model, employing refugees. We are the first stepping stone for unemployed refugees and young people seeking asylum into a safe and supportive working environment, where they can gain the skills, confidence and experience to move into long term work and improve their wellbeing.
“We believe refugees have extraordinary potential as entrepreneurs, employees and members of local communities. We sell the best artisan organic bread to support them to build a fresh start, providing self-employment, training, and business opportunities, to become an active part in the community”
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We support young refugees well-being by providing them with work, training and mentoring.





The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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About Roots Academy
At Roots Academy, we’ve built a learning experience that’s changing the lives of the ummah’s future leaders, change-makers and visionaries.
Our vision is enabling university students to live God-centred lives, so we teach structured, engaging and transformative face-to-face foundational Islamic education to over 1,800 students across the UK.
Role Summary
As a Governance Officer, you will work closely with the Governance Lead to ensure strong governance practices across Roots Academy. Your role will focus on supporting governance frameworks, policies, and compliance measures to align with charity governance requirements and relevant regulations. You will also play a key role in embedding a culture of governance across the organisation.
Key tasks
Trustee Support
- Assist trustees with governance-related tasks and ensure they have access to relevant policies, guidelines, and resources.
- Direct trustees to appropriate regulatory frameworks, best practices, and governance training materials.
Governance & Compliance Support
- Support the onboarding process for new trustees, ensuring all necessary documentation is collected and securely stored.
- Assist in coordinating trustee meetings, including preparation of agendas, accurate minute-taking, and document distribution.
- Maintain key governance registers, such as the register of interests, policy register, and risk register, ensuring timely updates and compliance.
Policy & Risk Management
- Support the Governance Lead in developing and reviewing governance policies, including Conflict of Interest, Risk Management, and Whistleblowing Policies.
- Assist team leads in ensuring policies are implemented effectively and aligned with best practices.
- Help monitor compliance with Charity Commission regulations and the Fundraising Code of Conduct.
Embedding a Governance Culture
- Assist in raising awareness of governance principles across the organisation.
- Support the Governance Lead in organising training sessions or briefings on governance best practices.
- Help integrate governance principles into the organisation’s operations and decision-making processes.
What we’re looking for
▪ Interest or experience in charity governance, risk management, or compliance.
▪ Strong attention to detail and ability to maintain accurate records.
▪ Excellent organisation and communication skills.
▪ Ability to work independently while collaborating with different teams.
▪ Familiarity with Charity Commission Regulations and governance best practices (desirable but not essential).
What we have to offer
▪ Be part of a dedicated team of 90+ volunteers across the UK.
▪ Contribute to a growing organisation that educates and empowers the Muslim community.
▪ Access to in-house tarbiyah sessions to develop your deen.
▪ Receive continuous rewards for facilitating Islamic education through Roots Academy.
Please note: This is an unpaid volunteer position. Volunteers can claim expenses for food, travel, and equipment in line with the Expenses Policy.
We teach structured, engaging and transformative face-to-face foundational Islamic education to Young Muslims across the UK and internationally.

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Introduction
The Passage is establishing a new Special Events Fundraising Committee to support the Senior Events and Community Manager, with the primary goal of growing income from Special Events and attracting new supporters to The Passage.
Purpose of the Committee
- The purpose of the committee is to support The Passage’s Senior Events and Community Manager in delivering successful fundraising events that generate significant income and expand The Passage’s network of supporters. Specifically, the Committee will:
- Work collaboratively with the Senior Events and Community Manager to meet or exceed fundraising goals through special events.
- Source exclusive, money-can’t-buy auction items and experiences to enhance the appeal and revenue of live and silent auctions.
- Leverage personal and professional networks to sell tickets and tables for events like A Little Night Music and the Sports Quiz.
- Introduce new supporters to The Passage through event participation.
- Explore and implement creative ways to promote The Passage’s events to a wider audience, increasing awareness and attendance.
- Utilise personal and professional networks to identify potential corporate sponsors.
- Leverage connections to bring celebrities or high-profile individuals to the event to increase its visibility and appeal.
- Assist in innovation of the Special events portfolio.
Desired skills & expertise
- Sales and Business Development experience
- Marketing and Comms skills
- Knowledge of fundraising
- Networking and relationship building
- Creativity and innovation
- Entertaiment or sports industry connections
- Committed to the values of The Passage
How to apply
Please submit a short covering letter outlining your motivation and suitability for joining the committee and link to your LinkedIn / a very brief employment history to Martina Tamburrino, People Services & Volunteers Partner.
We are also able to arrange an informal discussion with Emma Noble, Director of Income Generation & Communications and Rachel Fenton, Senior Events & Community Manager.
Above all we are looking for inspiring and committed individuals who have a genuine desire to support people, and to help them to rebuild their lives.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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About Roots Academy.
Roots Academy’s Vision.
A generation of young Muslims who embody and promote a God-centred way of life.
At Roots Academy, we’ve built a learning experience that’s changing the lives of the ummah’s future leaders, change-makers and visionaries. Our Mission is to deliver a structured and transformative education in the Essentials of Islam in a way that lowers barriers to access, develops a deep certainty, and inspires action.
Why Does Roots Academy Exist?
Crisis of Faith: 1 in 4 young Muslims are leaving the religion due to various factors, primarily the pervasive anti-religious content and temptations they encounter online and offline.
Roots Academy exists to bridge this gap by providing a structured and transformative Islamic education that speaks directly to the needs and challenges of young Muslims today, delivered in an engaging and accessible form that removes barriers to access and provokes thought and action.
Role Summary.
We are looking for creative and enthusiastic Content Writers to join our newly forming content team. You will help produce inspiring, well-researched blog articles, website content, and resources that connect with our audience and communicate the values and mission of Roots Academy. You’ll also learn valuable SEO writing techniques to ensure your content is discoverable and impactful.
Key tasks
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Research and write clear, engaging, and original content for our website, newsletter, and blog.
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Incorporate keywords and SEO recommendations provided by the SEO Specialist.
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Ensure content aligns with Roots Academy’s brand voice and tone.
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Collaborate with the SEO Specialist and wider team to review and refine drafts.
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Suggest new content topics based on research, trends, and audience needs.
What we’re looking for
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Passion for Islamic education and the development of young Muslims.
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Strong writing, grammar, and research skills.
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Ability to adapt writing style for different audiences.
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Willingness to learn SEO writing techniques (guidance and resources will be provided).
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Reliable, organised, and able to meet deadlines.
What we have to offer
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Be part of a team of 100+ dedicated volunteers across the UK, Ireland, Canada, US, UAE and Australia.
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Receive continuous rewards for those that seek Islamic knowledge from the Roots platform.
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Be a part of a growing organisation that aims to revive and educate Muslims from a grassroots perspective.
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Professional development and practical experience in SEO, content marketing, and digital strategy.
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Receive in-house tarbiyah (personal & spiritual development) sessions to develop your deen.
Please note this is an unpaid volunteer position.
Volunteers are entitled to claim expenses incurred for food, travel and equipment, in line with our Expenses policy.
We teach structured, engaging and transformative face-to-face foundational Islamic education to Young Muslims across the UK and internationally.

The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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Bright Futures UK is looking for passionate and engaging tutors to provide educational support to primary aged pupils in Maths and English and a fun, safe learning environment for young people living with long-term illnesses.
What will you be doing?
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Run tutoring sessions online to support a young person.
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Offer subject area knowledge and expertise related to KS1 and KS2 Maths and English.
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Help to combat social isolation through fun and engaging tutoring sessions.
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Adhere to safeguarding policies and report concerns to the BFUK Team
What are we looking for?
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Subject Knowledge: Strong understanding of Primary Maths and English Curriculum.
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Teaching Skills: Ability to explain complex ideas in a clear and engaging way.
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Empathy and Patience: Kind and understanding nature, especially towards those facing health challenges.
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Reliability: Consistent availability for the agreed-upon time commitment.
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You must be a UK resident and be at least 18 years old.
What difference will you make?
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Academic Progress: Help young people stay on track with their studies despite their health challenges, ensuring they do not fall behind.
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Confidence Builder: Provide a stable and encouraging presence that helps build the students' confidence and resilience.
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Future Opportunities: Equip students with the knowledge and skills they need to succeed.
What will you gain?
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The opportunity to fight education inequities and make a difference in a young person's life
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Enhanced DBS Certificate
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Safeguarding level one training
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Skill development opportunities and practical experience
As a charity that supports children and young people, we make safeguarding individuals our top priority. For this reason, all volunteers are subject to an enhanced criminal record and disclosures check. We also ask all volunteers to adhere to our Safeguarding, Equality and Confidentiality policies. These are nothing to worry about and if you have any questions, our team are happy to support you.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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Bright Futures UK is looking for passionate and knowledgeable KS3 Art tutors to provide educational support and a fun, safe learning environment for young people living with long-term illnesses.
What will you be doing?
- Run tutoring sessions online to support a young person.
- Offer subject area knowledge and expertise related to KS3 Art.
- Help to combat social isolation through fun and engaging tutoring sessions.
- Adhere to safeguarding policies and report concerns to the BFUK Team
What are we looking for?
- Subject Knowledge: Strong understanding of KS3 Art curriculum, skills and specifications.
- Teaching Skills: Ability to explain complex ideas in a clear and engaging way.
- Empathy and Patience: Kind and understanding nature, especially towards those facing health challenges.
- Reliability: Consistent availability for the agreed-upon time commitment.
- You must be a UK resident and be at least 18 years old.
What difference will you make?
- Academic Progress: Help young people stay on track with their studies despite their health challenges, ensuring they do not fall behind.
- Confidence Builder: Provide a stable and encouraging presence that helps build the students' confidence and resilience.
- Future Opportunities: Equip students with the knowledge and skills they need to succeed.
What will you gain?
- The opportunity to fight education inequities and make a difference in a young person's life
- Enhanced DBS Certificate
- Safeguarding level one training
- Skill development opportunities and practical experience
Location
- Remote/Online
Time
- 1 Hour per Week
- Duration: 14 Weeks minimum
As a charity that supports children and young people, we make safeguarding individuals our top priority. For this reason, all volunteers are subject to an enhanced criminal record and disclosures check. We also ask all volunteers to adhere to our Safeguarding, Equality and Confidentiality policies. These are nothing to worry about and if you have any questions, our team are happy to support you.
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This organisation is scheduling interviews as applications come in. They're ready to hire as soon as they find the right person. Don't miss your opportunity, apply now!
Bright Futures UK is looking for passionate and engaging tutors to provide educational support and a fun, safe learning environment for young people living with long-term illnesses.
What will you be doing?
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Run tutoring sessions online to support a young person.
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Offer subject area knowledge and expertise related to Welsh language
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Help to combat social isolation through fun and engaging tutoring sessions.
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Adhere to safeguarding policies and report concerns to the BFUK Team
What are we looking for?
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Subject Knowledge: Strong understanding of the Welsh language.
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Teaching Skills: Ability to explain complex ideas in a clear and engaging way.
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Empathy and Patience: Kind and understanding nature, especially towards those facing health challenges.
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Reliability: Consistent availability for the agreed-upon time commitment.
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You must be a UK resident and be at least 18 years old.
What difference will you make?
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Academic Progress: Help young people stay on track with their studies despite their health challenges, ensuring they do not fall behind.
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Confidence Builder: Provide a stable and encouraging presence that helps build the students' confidence and resilience.
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Future Opportunities: Equip students with the knowledge and skills they need to succeed.
What will you gain?
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The opportunity to fight education inequities and make a difference in a young person's life
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Enhanced DBS Certificate
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Safeguarding level one training
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Skill development opportunities and practical experience
As a charity that supports children and young people, we make safeguarding individuals our top priority. For this reason, all volunteers are subject to an enhanced criminal record and disclosures check. We also ask all volunteers to adhere to our Safeguarding, Equality and Confidentiality policies. These are nothing to worry about and if you have any questions, our team are happy to support you.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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This organisation is scheduling interviews as applications come in. They're ready to hire as soon as they find the right person. Don't miss your opportunity, apply now!
NEW CHAIR WANTED FOR AGE UK MERTON’S BOARD OF TRUSTEES
We are looking for a new Chair of Trustees who shares our values and passion for supporting older adults in Merton. The new Chair will formally take up the role at the AGM in November 2025.
About Age UK Merton
We are an independent charity operating within the national Age UK network providing services for older adults in the London Borough of Merton. Our role is to ensure older adults can access the support, services and care they need to help them to live active and fulfilling lives.
Our vision: Supporting our communities with opportunities to love later life.
Our mission: To provide quality advice and services that meet the needs of older adults in Merton.
Our values: quality, integrity, kindness, inclusivity and collaboration.
Our priorities
We are passionate about making a difference to the lives of older adults in Merton. Our Strategic Plan 2023-2026 outlines our three key priorities in support of our mission:
1. Providing high quality advice and practical support.
2. Building social connection.
3. Creating opportunities for lifelong active ageing.
Our services
Living Well: we deliver holistic person-centered home assessments creating a motivational action plan and supporting older adults to access services and improve their health and wellbeing.
At Home: we provide practical help to enable people to feel comfortable, safe and secure at home with domestic support, shopping and respite for carers.
Activity programme: our weekly-programme of activities includes chair-based exercise, Zumba, Tai Chi, social club with board games, craft club, quiz sessions, walking group, monthly special lunches and aqua fitness. We also run a wide range of out and about trips annually.
Information and advice: our trained advisers offer free accredited information and advice to older adults on benefits, health and end of life, housing, social care, local services and more.
Befriending and volunteering: we provide a high-quality, free, face-to-face and telephone befriending service, helping to reduce social isolation and promote independence.
Foot health service: we offer a low-cost paid-for foot health service for our clients.
Role description
As Chair, you will provide leadership and strategic direction to the Board of Trustees. Your regular responsibilities will include liaising with the CEO to set the agenda and agree the papers for Board meetings, chairing Board meetings, holding regular catch-ups with Trustees, and leading on Trustee recruitment and retention and Board development. In addition, you will also be the line manager to the CEO, holding regular meetings and undertaking the annual appraisal and objective setting. You will also sit on the Finance Committee (chaired by the Treasurer) and be responsible for determining complaints and grievances where a decision is appealed.
As a Trustee, you will have a number of core duties, including ensuring the organisation complies with its governing document, charity law, company law, and relevant legislation; ensuring it pursues its objectives as defined in its governing document; ensuring the financial stability of the organisation; and ensuring the effective and efficient administration of the organisation.
Person specification
Essential
· Previous Board-level experience, either as a Trustee or in another non-executive capacity
· Experience of chairing (either a Trustee Board or other professional experience)
· Strong leadership and interpersonal skills
· Willingness and capacity to devote the necessary time
· Good independent judgment
· A commitment to Age UK Merton and its vision, mission and values
· An understanding of the legal duties, responsibilities and liabilities of Trusteeship
Desirable
· Some experience or understanding of the adult social care or health sectors
· An understanding of Merton as a place
To find out more and to apply
We welcome applications from all sections of the community. While we would especially welcome applications from people who live in our local area, this is not essential to success in the role.
If you are interested in applying, please send a CV (maximum 2-sides of A4) and cover letter (maximum 1-side of A4) to our current chair. Please also contact our chair if you would like to have an informal discussion about the role. The deadline for applications is 5pm on Friday 25th July 2025. Interviews will be held in August/September 2025 and the successful candidate will formally take up the role at the AGM in November 2025.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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Bright Futures UK is looking for passionate and knowledgeable KS3 Maths tutors to provide educational support and a fun, safe learning environment for young people living with long-term illnesses.
What will you be doing?
- Run tutoring sessions online to support a young person.
- Offer subject area knowledge and expertise related to KS3 Maths.
- Help to combat social isolation through fun and engaging tutoring sessions.
- Adhere to safeguarding policies and report concerns to the BFUK Team
What are we looking for?
- Subject Knowledge: Strong understanding of KS2 and KS3 Maths concepts and specifications.
- Teaching Skills: Ability to explain complex ideas in a clear and engaging way.
- Empathy and Patience: Kind and understanding nature, especially towards those facing health challenges.
- Reliability: Consistent availability for the agreed-upon time commitment.
- You must be a UK resident and be at least 18 years old.
What difference will you make?
- Academic Progress: Help young people stay on track with their studies despite their health challenges, ensuring they do not fall behind.
- Confidence Builder: Provide a stable and encouraging presence that helps build the students' confidence and resilience.
- Future Opportunities: Equip students with the knowledge and skills they need to succeed.
What will you gain?
- The opportunity to fight education inequities and make a difference in a young person's life
- Enhanced DBS Certificate
- Safeguarding level one training
- Skill development opportunities and practical experience
Location
- Remote/Online
Time
- 1 Hour per Week
- Duration: 14 Weeks minimum
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The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.