Volunteer volunteer roles in feltham, greater london
Actively Interviewing
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!
Make a difference to the lives of cats and kittens in York and surrounding areas as an adoption coordinator.
Role overview:
As the adoption coordinator, you will oversee the rehoming process for cats in our care. This role is essential in matching cats with suitable adoptive families, ensuring a smooth transition from foster homes to permanent residences. You will work closely with fosters, adopters, the Trustees and the Home Visit Co-ordinator to facilitate successful adoptions that benefit both the cats and their new families.
Key responsibilities:
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Adoption management: Oversee the adoption process from home visit stage to adoption day, including participating in screening potential adopters, facilitating home visits, coordinating meet and greets and providing after care support.
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Communication: Act as the primary point of liaison between prospective adopters and foster carers, providing information about available cats and addressing any questions or concerns with the aim of facilitating a smooth running adoption process. We use Facebook messenger and email as primary forms of communication so access to these is essential.
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Matchmaking: Assess the needs and preferences of both cats and adopters to ensure the best possible matches for long-term success.
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Record keeping: Maintain accurate and organised records of adoption applications, follow-ups, and outcomes to track the progress of each adoption.
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Support and guidence: Provide resources and support to adopters on cat care, behaviour, and integration into their new homes to facilitate successful adoption.
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Post-adoption support: Facilitate after care support for adopters and ensure the conditions of adoption agreements are upheld- for example sending out neutering reminders when adopted kittens are old enough and sign adoptions off once fully complete.
What we’re looking for:
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Passion for animal welfare and a strong commitment to helping cats in need.
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Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
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Strong organisational skills and attention to detail.
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Ability to handle cats safely and compassionately.
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Proficiency in basic computer skills with experience in using Microsoft Word, Teams, Excel and Docusign.
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Previous experience in animal rescue is preferred but not essential.
Why Join us?
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Gain valuable experience in animal rescue.
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Make a direct impact on the lives of cats, our foster carers and the wider volunteer team.
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Be part of a supportive community of animal lovers and advocates.
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Receive ongoing support from the experienced Trustee team and volunteers.
We are Band of Rescuers North Yorkshire, a cat rescue team based in York, North Yorkshire dedicated to the rescue, rehabilitation and rehoming of cats

The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Actively Interviewing
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 knowledgeable KS3 Science 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 Science.
- 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 Science 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
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.
Actively Interviewing
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!
We have 250 local groups which play a vital part in supporting people affected by MS across the UK. They provide sense of belonging, unity and friendship. And they deliver services and support for their local MS community.
We are looking to recruit a Group Coordinator for our Haringey group. As our local Group Coordinator you’ll take the lead in making sure your local group works as effectively as possible. You’ll recruit, induct and support other group volunteers to make sure your group’s activities meet the needs of your local MS community. You can see a video about one of our Group Coordinators here.
In this role you’ll be able to develop your leadership, management, communication, organisation and motivation skills.
Time Commitment
We estimate this role will need around 5 hours a week. Our roles are flexible and aim to fit around you. Time commitments for this role may vary depending on your activities. This is an ongoing role.
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 confident using Microsoft Office, the internet and email. You’ll be able to apply disability, equality and inclusion practices and understand and apply our risk management system. Ideally you’ll understand the local area and organisations that provide local services.
You will be reliable and easy to contact and you need to live in or near the Haringey area to carry out this role.
The MS Society is committed to promoting diversity. We can only offer roles to over 18s.
Actively Interviewing
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!
Greensider Foundation
We're a platform that helps water startups and SMEs find specialised talent.
The UK water industry is heading for a crisis - and it's about people, not just infrastructure. 27% of workers are retiring in the next decade, only 8% are under 24, and over a third of skilled jobs can't be filled. Meanwhile, we desperately need 30,000 new water jobs by 2030 as £104 billion flows into infrastructure.
Climate change means we need better desalination, smarter water monitoring, more efficient treatment - all the stuff that small water tech companies are actually building. But these innovative companies are struggling to hire. Hiring costs are hefty but results aren't guaranteed. They also have to compete against other more 'glamorous sectors' as the water industry has an image problem. Young engineers think "water" means boring pipes and pumps, not cutting-edge climate solutions.
We're building a community where water companies and talent actually want to be. Companies post jobs completely free, removing financial barriers for innovative startups. Through targeted outreach and planned content (podcasts, newsletters, company features), we're making water tech careers appealing to young professionals who want meaningful work solving climate problems.
You'll gain real business skills while solving a crisis most people don't even know exists. Whether you're doing outreach to water startups, creating content that reshapes an industry's image, or building community engagement strategies, every task directly connects innovative companies with talent who want to solve water scarcity.
The best part? These skills transfer everywhere. Business development, content strategy, community building - you'll leave with experience that applies to any startup or scale-up. Plus, you'll understand how an essential industry actually works, giving you insights most people never get.
Join us if you want hands-on experience building something that matters, while developing skills that'll serve you anywhere.
Content Strategy & Creation Assistant
Volunteer Role Description (remote, unpaid)
Help develop content strategy for making water tech "cool"
Weekly Time Commitment
2-3 hours per week
Duration of Volunteer Role (remote)
3-4 weeks
We connect professionals with impact startups matching their causes, skills & schedule.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Actively Interviewing
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 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.
Actively Interviewing
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 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.
Actively Interviewing
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!
We have 250 local groups which play a vital part in supporting people affected by MS across the UK. They provide sense of belonging, unity and friendship. And they deliver services and support for their local MS community.
We are looking to recruit a Group Coordinator for our Haringey group. As our local Group Coordinator you’ll take the lead in making sure your local group works as effectively as possible. You’ll recruit, induct and support other group volunteers to make sure your group’s activities meet the needs of your local MS community. You can see a video about one of our Group Coordinators here.
In this role you’ll be able to develop your leadership, management, communication, organisation and motivation skills.
Time Commitment
We estimate this role will need around 5 hours a week. Our roles are flexible and aim to fit around you. Time commitments for this role may vary depending on your activities. This is an ongoing role.
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 confident using Microsoft Office, the internet and email. You’ll be able to apply disability, equality and inclusion practices and understand and apply our risk management system. Ideally you’ll understand the local area and organisations that provide local services.
You will be reliable and easy to contact and you need to live in or near the Haringey area to carry out this role.
The MS Society is committed to promoting diversity. We can only offer roles to over 18s.
Actively Interviewing
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.
-
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?
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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
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.
Actively Interviewing
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!
ROLE DESCRIPTION
The PR is responsible for the preparation of a press kit and outreach communications to send to journalist and media companies to publish our news on their blogs, sites, socials etc.
Reporting to the Managing Director, you will create a pool of contacts on excel spreadsheet to use for press releases and media outreach on behalf of the organisation
Creating stories for several projects that are of clear benefit to the organisation including our films, music productions, acting for film workshops, artist development workshops for young people from different boroughs in West London. This role will work closely with project stakeholders, including young people organisations, funders and partners, probation officers, as well as collaborate with our Research and Performance and Collective Action departments to learn from our work and embed best practice.
This role will work closely with the Managing Director and project manager colleagues to lead our delivery portfolio through your story creations.
You will also promote our projects, recruit volunteers to support our promos and promote our programmes through the online platform such as YouTube, Instagram, Twitter and Facebook.
The PRO will be responsible for planning, delivering, and evaluating the success of online promotional programmes. They will work closely with a portfolio of partners to design meaningful online interventions for our beneficiaries, as well as leading on the recruitment of volunteers to promote programmes and the evaluation of programmes using the One Place vision of change.
KEY SKILLS
Understanding and experience of marketing and online promotion of projects such as films and music with experience of promoting effective projects on a regional scale preferred but not essential, engaging with a wide range of stakeholders and a passion for making a difference to the lives of young people and organisations purpose. We are looking for someone who is proactive, inclusive, inspiring, highly organised and uses their initiative to find creative solutions and manage multiple priorities.
Actively Interviewing
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 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
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.
We have 250 local groups which play a vital part in supporting people affected by MS across the UK. They provide sense of belonging, unity and friendship. And they deliver services and support for their local MS community.
We are looking to recruit a Group Coordinator for our West Hertfordshire group. As our local Group Coordinator you’ll take the lead in making sure your local group works as effectively as possible. You’ll recruit, induct and support other group volunteers to make sure your group’s activities meet the needs of your local MS community. You can see a video about one of our Group Coordinators here.
In this role you’ll be able to develop your leadership, management, communication, organisation and motivation skills.
Time Commitment
We estimate this role will need around 5 hours a week. Our roles are flexible and aim to fit around you. Time commitments for this role may vary depending on your activities. This is an ongoing role.
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 confident using Microsoft Office, the internet and email. You’ll be able to apply disability, equality and inclusion practices and understand and apply our risk management system. Ideally you’ll understand the local area and organisations that provide local services.
You will be reliable and easy to contact and you need to live in or near the West Hertfordshire area to carry out this role.
The MS Society is committed to promoting diversity. We can only offer roles to over 18s.
Actively Interviewing
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!
Who we are
ECA offers a Social Centre that serves as a place for people to reconnect with old friends and meet new people in a secure and inviting setting. While activities are primarily aimed at elderly and vulnerable adults in the local area, the centre is open to everyone.
Our current programme includes
- Social gatherings at the Elleray Social Centre.
- Arts, crafts, educational talks, and workshops.
- Exercise Classes, Gentle fitness classes tailored for seniors, both indoor and outdoor.
- Counselling and support groups.
- Outings
Services like hairdressing, chiropody, and daily hot lunches
How we operate
The Social Centre is managed by a Centre Manager, Administrator, Activity and Volunteer Coordinator, and a cook. They are supported by a team of approximately 40 volunteers who assist in the office, gardens, café, and facilitate daily activities. The organization operates as a Charitable Company regulated by the Charities Commission and has eight Trustees on the Board of Trustees. The Trustees meet six times a year, with additional meetings as needed.
To discuss the role further, please contact the current Chair, Joan Barnett.
Chair Role Description
- Provide strategic leadership to the charity and the Board, ensuring that ECA achieves its mission.
- Work in partnership with the Centre Manager and team to achieve ECA’s mission.
- Lead the board in ensuring that it fulfils its responsibilities for the governance of the organisation.
- Optimise the relationship between the board and ECA’s staff and volunteers.
- Plan and chair the board meetings and the AGM, with others as appropriate.
- Act as a spokesperson and figurehead for ECA.
What we are looking for
- Ideally previous experience of being a trustee.
- A keen sense of strategic purpose.
- Governance and committee experience in a charity or business setting.
- Strong in execution and managing transformation projects, including leading the charity in the new ECA building setting.
- Experience in stakeholder engagement and ability to constructively negotiate and collaborate with various institutions, entities, and personnel.
- Affinity with and commitment to the local SW London and Teddington area.
- Business experience and awareness across finance, risk, IT, and people management, would be desirable.
- An inclusive leadership style, able to inspire and support everyone to participate on an equal footing.
- The ability to listen and engage effectively, comfortable with challenge and debate and able to encourage that in others whilst fostering a collaborative board environment.
- In advocation, be able and willing to champion ECA’s work through personal networks, social media, and other channels.
- A strong personal commitment to equity, diversity and inclusion.
- Be available, responsive and flexible to advise, support or give consent to, as needed.
Terms of office
- Trustees are appointed for a 3-year term of office, renewal for 2 further terms to a maximum of 9 years.
- This is a voluntary position, but reasonable expenses will be reimbursed.
Time commitment
- Attending [6] Board meetings annually. Currently meetings are generally held in person at the ECA building.
- Periodic meetings with the Centre Manager and management team, with flexibility to respond swiftly to the occasional ad-hoc issues.
- Other meetings, including on potential strategy and other charity-related issues.
In addition to the above, the Chair will have the responsibilities and qualities of all trustees:
Responsibilities of all trustees
- Support and provide advice on ECA’s purpose, vision, goals and activities.
- Approve operational strategies and policies, and monitor and evaluate their implementation.
- Oversee ECA’s financial plans and budgets and monitor and evaluate progress.
- Ensure the effective and efficient administration of the organisation.
- Ensure that key risks are being identified, monitored and controlled effectively.
- Review and approve ECA’s financial statements.
- Provide support and challenge to the ECA’s management team in the exercise of their delegated authority and affairs.
- Keep abreast of changes in ECA’s operating environment.
- Contribute to regular reviews of the ECA’s own governance.
- Convene and attend Board meetings, and be prepared to contribute to discussions and lead on proposed outcomes.
- Use independent judgment, acting legally and in good faith to promote and protect ECA’s interests, to the exclusion of their own personal and/or any third-party interests.
- Contribute to the broader promotion of ECA’s objects, aims, and reputation by applying your skills, expertise, knowledge, and contacts.
Essential qualities and attributes of all trustees
- Willingness and ability to understand and accept their responsibilities and liabilities as trustees and act in the best interests of the charity.
- Ability to think creatively and strategically, exercise good, independent judgment, and work effectively as a board member.
- Effective communication skills and willingness to participate actively in discussion.
- A strong personal commitment to equity, diversity, and inclusion.
- Enthusiasm for our vision and mission.
- Willingness to lead according to the ECA values.
- Commitment to Nolan’s seven principles of public life: selflessness, integrity, objectivity, accountability, openness, honesty, and leadership.
The Elleray Centre
The Centre will be fully accessible, featuring a lift to the first floor. It includes a large hall that can split into two rooms and two additional activity rooms upstairs. A café and lounge will also open onto a garden with outdoor seating.
The funding for the new centre comes from Richmond Council, acknowledging ECA's local contributions over three decades. The future centre is leased from the council.
Deadline 31/10/2025
Application includes CV and brief covering letter
This role is advertised as part of TPP's Free Giving Back Services. This volunteer advertisement copy has been supplied to TPP and applicants apply direct to the organisation. Please contact the organisation directly if you have any questions about this volunteer role.
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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!
Across the UK, our 270 local groups play a vital part in supporting people affected by MS. They provide sense of belonging, unity and friendship. And they deliver services and support for their local MS community.
We are looking to recruit a Group Coordinator for our Spelthorne, Staines and District group. As our local Group Coordinator you’ll take the lead in making sure your local group works as effectively as possible. You’ll recruit, induct and support other group volunteers to make sure your group’s activities meet the needs of your local MS community. You can see a video about one of our Group Coordinators here.
In this role you’ll be able to develop your leadership, management, communication, organisation and motivation skills.
Time Commitment
We estimate this role will need around 5 hours a week. Our roles are flexible and aim to fit around you. Time commitments for this role may vary depending on your activities. This is an ongoing role.
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 confident using Microsoft Office, the internet and email. You’ll be able to apply disability, equality and inclusion practices and understand and apply our risk management system. Ideally you’ll understand the local area and organisations that provide local services.
You will be reliable and easy to contact and you need to live in or near the Spelthorne, Staines and District area to carry out this role.
The MS Society is committed to promoting diversity. We can only offer roles to over 18s.
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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!
Role Title: Graphic Designer
Role Purpose
Quilombo UK is looking for a Graphic Designer to join the team. Quilombo UK is a not for profit social enterprise that challenges people to think differently and bridge gaps between communities, with the aim of building a culturally rich society, where differences are accepted and celebrated. As chosen among 160 other organizations to work in collaboration with the Home Office on the “Building a Stronger Britain together” project, you will be joining a team, which not only supports the community but also stands up to extremism in all of its forms.
Quilombo UK works in collaboration with QMC Capoeira School, giving you the chance to support QMC Capoeira which is one of the most awarded Capoeira Schools in UK (UK Coaching Awards, Gillette Sports Awards, Kingston Council Sports Awards).
By joining QuilomboUK you will be supported and guided by experienced staff and volunteers, who are willing to share their skill set and will provide you with great opportunities for development in many different areas.
Ideal candidates will use their passion to promote Quilombo UK and raise its profile, while attracting new members. They should create engaging and on-brand graphics for a variety of media.
Main Responsibilities
- Study design briefs and determine requirements
- Schedule projects and define budget constraints
- Conceptualize visuals based on requirements
- Prepare rough drafts and present ideas
- Develop illustrations, logos and other designs using software or by hand
- Use the appropriate colours and layouts for each graphic
- Work with copywriters and creative director to produce final design
- Test graphics across various media
- Amend designs after feedback
- Ensure final graphics and layouts are visually appealing and on-brand
Essential Skills
- Proven graphic designing experience
- A portfolio of illustrations or other graphics / CV
- Familiarity with design software and technologies (such as Photoshop, Illustrator, Adobe Suite)
- Flexibility and openness to work on a variety of tasks
- Focused, organised and able to prioritise and execute tasks independently
- To show professionalism at all levels and in all environments
- Strong team player
- A keen eye for aesthetics and details
- Excellent communication skills
- Degree in Design, Fine Arts or related field is a plus
- Must be UK resident
Desirable
- Committed to working with the community with a passion for helping others less fortunate
Job Type: Volunteer
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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!
Role Overview:
The Chair will ensure that the board functions effectively, maintains high standards of governance, and that the charity's mission and goals are achieved.
Key Responsibilities:
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Board Leadership:
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Lead the board in setting and implementing the charity’s culture, direction, and strategy.
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Ensure the board operates inclusively and effectively.
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Chair board meetings, ensuring decisions are made and actions are followed up.
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Strategic Direction:
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Guide the development and implementation of the charity’s strategic plan.
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Ensure the charity’s activities align with its mission and goals.
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Oversight and Accountability:
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Monitor the charity’s activities and ensure high standards of governance.
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Hold staff members accountable and support their professional development.
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Ensure compliance with legal and regulatory requirements (this includes Charity Commission and companies House requirements).
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Close Supervision:
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Ensure that all members of staff have adequate line management and supervision (not necessarily by the Chair as this may be allocated to another trustee).
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Act as the primary point of communication between the board and the staff.
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Direct Involvement:
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Take a hands-on approach to day-to-day operations, as necessary.
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Assist in tasks typically handled by additional staff due to the charity’s limited resources.
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Enhanced Communication:
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Ensure clear and consistent messaging between the board and the staff member.
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Financial Oversight:
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Oversee the charity’s finances, possibly taking on some treasurer responsibilities (currently the board has an appointed treasurer and an honorary accountant).
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Ensure the charity operates within its financial means.
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Volunteer Coordination:
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Recruit and manage volunteers to support the charity’s activities as and when appropriate..
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Policy Development:
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Ensure the development, implementation and review of policies to ensure effective and legal operation of the charity.
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Annual Review:
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Lead the board in reviewing its structure, effectiveness, delegations, and key policies annually.
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Person Specification:
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Leadership Skills: Proven experience in leadership roles, preferably within the charity sector.
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Communication Skills: Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
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Strategic Thinking: Ability to think strategically and guide the charity’s direction.
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Financial Acumen: Understanding of financial management and oversight.
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Commitment: Dedication to the charity’s mission and values.
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IT competency: Able to use cloud-based systems (currently Google Drive)
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.