Volunteer volunteer roles in queens park, greater london
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Volunteer with Stepping Stones Learning and Leisure
Stepping Stones is a small, friendly charity in Southwark providing inclusive activities for adults with learning disabilities. We believe everyone should have the chance to express themselves, connect with others, and take part in activities that bring joy, confidence, and new skills.
We’re currently looking for volunteers to support our sessions in:
- Art (Friday mornings)
- Dance Fit (Thursday mornings and/or afternoons)
- Music (Tuesday mornings and/or afternoons)
- Social Club (Thursday afternoons)
These weekly groups offer creative, social, and wellbeing-focused opportunities for our learners, led by experienced tutors in a relaxed, supportive setting.
All sessions take place at St Faith’s Centre, Red Post Hill, SE24 9JQ (close to North Dulwich and Herne Hill stations)
What You’ll Do
As a volunteer, you’ll be supporting adults with learning disabilities to participate fully in the sessions, connect with others, and enjoy meaningful activities. Your role might include:
- Setting up and packing away equipment and materials
- Welcoming students and their carers or support workers
- Offering encouragement and practical support in one-to-one or small group settings
- Helping tutors to deliver fun, engaging activities
All sessions are led by experienced tutors, and you’ll be part of a warm and supportive staff and volunteer team who are committed to inclusion, creativity and care.
What You’ll Gain
Volunteering with us is a chance to:
- Build experience working with adults with learning disabilities
- Gain hands on involvement in creative, wellbeing and social activities
- Be part of a welcoming and friendly team
- Develop your confidence, communication and teamwork skills
- Make a meaningful contribution to your local community
- Learn from people with diverse experiences
Whether you’re exploring a career in social care or looking to give back and become a stronger link in your community, we’d love to hear from you.
Who We’re Looking For
You don’t need to be an expert! We’re looking for people with the right attitude, values, and willingness to support others. Even if you don’t have experience of working with adults with learning disabilities, the following qualities are especially helpful:
- Enthusiasm and positivity. Your energy can set the tone for the group. A cheerful presence helps create a welcoming and encouraging environment.
- Patience. Some learners may take time to engage or communicate. Patience helps build trust and ensures everyone feels supported.
- Reliable and punctual. Many of our learners value consistency and routine. Being dependable helps build rapport and ensures the session runs smoothly.
- Inclusive communication skills. You should feel confident listening carefully, offering clear instructions or encouragement, and adapting your communication to meet individual needs.
- Inclusive and non-judgemental. We welcome people from all walks of life. An open-minded approach helps every learner feel accepted and valued.
- Adaptable and flexible. Things don’t always go to plan. A calm, flexible approach helps maintain a relaxed and safe environment for our sessions to run.
- Ready to get stuck in! Many sessions involve art, music or movement. You don’t need to be an expert, but a willingness to join in and get involved makes a big difference.
Prior to volunteering, we ask all volunteers to:
- Attend an induction meeting
- Provide two references
- Complete a DBS check (we will arrange this)
- Commit to volunteering one session per week for 3 x 10 week terms throughout the year. For continuity for our service users, we ask that you commit to volunteer for a minimum of a year with us.
How to Apply
To apply, please send your CV and answer the following questions (these will come up when you hit "Apply"):
- What session(s) would you like to volunteer in?
- Why you would like to volunteer with Stepping Stones?
- What are the strongest attributes and values you feel you will bring to your volunteering role?
Empowering adults with learning disabilities to lead fulfilling, connected lives through opportunities shaped by their ideas and aspirations.
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About us: GT Scholars is a charitable social enterprise that tackles educational inequality by giving ambitious young people the support, skills and strategies they need to achieve aspirations. We run a wide range of programmes that help young people achieve their academic and career aspirations, particularly those from less-privileged backgrounds.
What makes us different? We run tutoring, mentoring & career insight programmes that help our scholars, aged 11-18, discover their strengths, develop their mindsets and design their own futures.
There are many charitable organisations and social enterprises offering programmes to improve the life chances of young people.
However, our programmes use a unique 3:1 model which means that we’re able to sustainably use our profits to provide additional places on our programmes, to young people from low income homes.
We believe that all young people are gifted and talented, regardless of their background.
Our mission is to empower and develop the next generation of leaders and change-makers and we’re looking for volunteer tutors that are passionate about making a difference in young people’s lives!
If you are an undergraduate or graduate, you could make a difference by joining us as a volunteer tutor. As a volunteer tutor, you’ll need to:
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Have a passion for helping children and young people
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Provide online one-to-one tutoring support for 1 hour week
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Build pupil confidence in English.
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Have strong subject knowledge (confident enough to tutor up to GCSE)
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Work collaboratively with other tutors and mentors
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Have a minimum of an undergraduate degree or be working towards this
Volunteer tutoring can be extremely rewarding and volunteers with GT Scholars benefit from:
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A flexible schedule - you can choose online tutoring hours to suit your schedule
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The chance to grow your contacts and meet like-minded volunteers
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The chance to make a real difference in the life of a young person.
Additional information: We’re looking for tutors that can commit to a minimum of 2 academic terms of volunteering.
We will need to conduct reference checks and you will need an Enhanced DBS for this role as you will be working directly with children. We can process this for you or you may submit one if this is less than 3 years old.
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Are you passionate about supporting people to improve their language and communication skills? If you’re knowledgeable in the field of ESOL and able to facilitate engaging, in-person sessions for adult learners, we’d love to hear from you!
Purpose of role
We are looking for a highly motivated, experienced and creative tutor with excellent interpersonal, numeracy and digital skills; excellent written English and efficient organisational skills to teach one of our outreach classes in South Kensington, London every Saturday from 16:00-18:00.
Start – 07/06/2025 (negotiable)
End – 02/08/2025 (negotiable)
The course is aimed at learners designed for English speakers of other languages at Entry 3/ Level 1 who want to further develop their English language skills along with their employment skills. Learners can choose to specialise in retail, care or other vocational area. Learners will focus on the fundamentals required in a working environment, bolstering their confidence in writing and reading skills and communication abilities.
Skills/ experience
- CELTA or similar qualification is desirable
- Teaching experience is desirable
The aim is to support adult learners who need to improve their English language skills, working both individually and as part of the Adult Education team to plan and deliver an agreed number of ESOL courses.
You need to:
- Be passionate about helping people achieve their potential
- Be a qualified ESOL practitioner (CELTA, DELTA, DTTLS ESOL or Literacy)
- Be knowledgeable in your subject field
- Be able to carry out effective planning, monitoring and evaluation of courses
- Demonstrate a high level of computer literacy
- Be able to use your own initiative, and to organise and prioritise your workload
- Be able to meet deadlines and work under pressure
- Be able to identify and implement changes in existing systems
- Be able to maintain excellent working relationships with colleagues and students
- Demonstrate awareness of and commitment to the safeguarding and promotion of welfare of vulnerable adults, according to the charity’s ethos
- Be committed to the provision of a quality service and the implementation of quality improvements
- Demonstrate awareness of and commitment to valuing equal opportunities and diversity
- Be committed to taking a full and active role in the life of the charity and be committed to its aims and values
- Have a flexible approach to work and be able to work flexibly throughout the week/over the year by prior agreement
- All applicants must have the right to work in the UK
About Nova
Based in North Kensington since 1983 and serving its poorest wards and those of surrounding London boroughs, Nova works with individuals from marginalised and disadvantaged communities who are looking to develop their potential and achieve a better future for themselves. Nova brings about real and lasting change in people’s lives by addressing every person as an individual and seeking out ways to best support that person to reach their goals. We endeavour to help every person that comes to us who is motivated and committed to improving his or her life.
Reaching 2,000+ people each year, we:
• Develop knowledge, education and confidence
• Connect diverse groups
• Provide opportunities
Our work, operates on 2 levels:
• Grassroots Community Support – including responsive actions (e.g. Grenfell, COVID-19), adult education, IAG, family programme and volunteering
• Wider Reaching Dialogue Events and Influencing – focussing on challenging stigma, prejudice and inequality – working with individuals, organisations, networks and decision makers to move through conversation to action
Please submit your CV and cover letter outlining why you would like to work with us and how your knowledge and experience meets the person specification.
Shortlisted candidates will be invited to a panel interview.
Applications without a cover letter will not be considered.
We will be doing rolling recruitment for this role, so we advise that you submit an application as soon as possible. We will close the recruitment once we have found a successful candidate.
Creating the circumstances through which people have the opportunity to achieve their potential & improve quality of life regardless of background.




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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 Fundraising Volunteer for the West Hertfordshire Group. As our Fundraising Volunteer you’ll support your Group Coordinator to organise local fundraising activities and events throughout the year.
In this role you’ll be able to develop your organisation, communication and team working skills. Most importantly you’ll inspire your local community to raise funds that help make sure no one has to face MS alone.
Time Commitment
We estimate this role will need around 2 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 area the group to carry out this role.
Apply
1. Read through the role description carefully
2. Please apply online
The MS Society is committed to promoting diversity. We can only offer roles to over 18s.
Do you envisage a world free from animal suffering?
Do you want to use your time to help end the abuse of animals raised for food? If so, we'd love for you to join our volunteer community!
Why join The Humane League?
We exist to end the abuse of animals raised for food. We do this through delivering corporate-focused and legislative campaigns, demanding better animal welfare with an effective and pragmatic approach. You will help power our campaigns and make change happen.
The actions you take will play a vital role in opening the eyes of the general public to the truth of factory farming and place vital pressure onto our corporate targets. Your contributions will help reduce animal suffering and bring an end to the worst and most widespread abuse of animals raised for food.
We are currently looking for new volunteers to join us, especially in the following locations:
- Bristol
- Glasgow
- Hampshire
- Leeds
- London
- Manchester
- Oxford
- Sheffield
As a Campaign Volunteer, you will help us achieve change for animals by:
- Joining in-person events locally and nationally
- Including peaceful protests, public outreach and social meet-ups
- Events are organised by your local Grassroots Organiser or THL staff
- Travel and food expenses are available, to ensure as many people can attend as possible
- Taking part in campaign actions from home
- This may include writing emails and letters, making phone calls to companies, connecting with your MP and taking social media actions
- In addition to this, you can order leaflets and stickers to distribute locally for awareness raising
- And much more!
This flexible and rewarding role is perfect for those looking to make a difference for farmed animals but without a strict time commitment. Around 4-6 hours a month is the average for this role, depending on how much you choose to get involved with.
No prior experience is required, just a passion and drive to make a difference to animals. Whether you're retired, working full time, a student, or somewhere in between - we would love to welcome you.
Join today to start taking action and help us move forward, step by step, to a kinder world free from animal suffering.
PLEASE NOTE: we aim to get you started within 1 week of your application so please ensure this is the right time for you to onboard with us!
Disclaimer:
The Humane League UK is committed to building a diverse, equitable and inclusive team. We are an equal opportunities organisation and welcome volunteer applications from all people, regardless of their race, sex, age, religion, disability, neurodiversity, orientation, gender identity or expression. We particularly encourage those currently under-represented in the animal movement to join our team – individuals who are Black, Indigenous or People of the Global Majority, a person who is differently abled, and people who are LGBTQIA+.
We endeavour to make all our events and activities as inclusive as possible, with accessibility at the forefront of our minds - not as an afterthought.
If you prefer to apply in another way, or you have alternative requirements you’d like to discuss, please don’t hesitate to contact us.
We exist to end the abuse of animals raised for food

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The Brompton Fountain is a children's charity working with those impacted by heart and lung conditions in Royal Brompton and Harefield hospitals. Our charity provides a wide range of vital resources, services, parent/carer amenities, and accommodation. We also fund medical equipment, facilities improvements and projects outside of the NHS remit. We are currently looking for a Fundraising and Events Volunteer to help our organisation .
We would like the volunteer to help with:
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Stewardship at events to help families and guests.
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Supporting staff with admin at these events so that processes run smoothly.
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Communicating with families and guests who may share personal stories related to the charity. Feeling comfortable and confident to speak to people about our charity and what we do.
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Organising resources for fundraising and event days e.g care packs, running shirts, signage.
You will be supporting our Community Lead and Fundraising Officer who will provide an overview of our existing processes and be there to help you every step of the way. The Brompton Fountain has a strong team of staff and volunteers who you will be working collaboratively with as a team to support the families we are in contact with.
Your input will greatly affect not only the current impact of the charity and how we are able to support the families who need our services, but the longevity and outreach of our work by committing yourself to fundraising for our cause.
Criteria
We are looking for a volunteer who:
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Does not need prior experience, passion and confidence are far more important!
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Is a great communicator and loves talking to people.
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Is confident and able to be proactive.
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Is flexible and adaptive.
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Is able to partake in physical labour e.g putting up gazebos and carrying around packages for events.
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Has attention to detail.
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Has the ability to drive or access travel around London and South-East as large/many items will be needed at events.
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Is an empathetic person who is willing to have discussions with families around topics like health issues, additional needs, and bereavement.
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Understands the resource constraints of a small charity and is able to work with these.
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Is willing to have an enhanced DBS check.
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Is willing to partake in safeguarding training.
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Is willing to partake in onboarding training to understand our charity and the mission in more detail.
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Must be over 18.
Location
Whilst we are based at Royal Brompton Hospital, Sydney St, London SW3 6NP, your role will mainly be off site at different locations around London and the South-East to help at fundraising and community events.
Time
Due to our mission, we would greatly appreciate at least 6 weeks of your time, preferably more. This role would not be a set day a week, but rather be for fundraising and event days. These days would normally be Saturdays and Sundays, averaging once a month. We are an understanding and flexible organisation, and would be happy to discuss options with you.
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Events Volunteer
We’re the MS Society – a community of people living with MS, scientists, campaigners, listeners, organisers, ambassadors and fundraisers. Our volunteers are a key part of achieving our goals and their support is vital. Join us.
About this opportunity
We are looking to recruit a Regional Development Event Volunteer for the London area. As an Event Volunteer, you will be participating in events and promoting them locally.
We need you to get involved and help make positive changes to the lives of people affected by MS.
This is a great opportunity to gain experience within a large charity and develop your existing skills and learn new ones.
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 friendly and welcoming and able to work as part of a team, with flexibility to travel across London.
Apply
- Read through the role description and project brief carefully
- Apply by clicking the ‘Apply’ link provided.
The MS Society is committed to promoting diversity. We can only offer roles to over 18s.
Do you care about workplace wellbeing and mental health?
We’re looking for volunteers to take part in an important research project exploring burnout, kindness, and workplace culture.
By completing our confidential questionnaire, you’ll be helping us uncover the real causes of burnout and shape solutions that go beyond quick fixes - creating kinder, healthier workplaces for employees and managers alike.
The questionnaire takes about 10-20 minutes.
Every response is invaluable, and you’ll be contributing to global research on mental health at work.
Volunteers are also welcome to share the survey with colleagues and peers to widen the impact.
As a thank you, one participant will be randomly selected to receive a £80 / $100 Amazon gift card.
If you’re passionate about improving workplace wellbeing and want your voice heard, we’d love to have you involved.
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Here’s 5 reasons you’ll love to volunteer in our shops:
1. It's fun
2. It's flexible
3. You'll learn and share skills
4. You'll be making a difference
5. You'll work with a great team
We’re passionate about what we do, and love giving second-hand clothing a chance of going to a good home. Our shop teams are key to raising vital fun
Please note that this is a voluntary, unpaid role, based in the UK. We are unfortunately not able to provide support with visa requests.
Volunteering in the shop
Mary's Living & Giving for Save the Children is unique - a vibrant result of the generous gifts of local individuals and companies being turned around by the skills and passions of volunteer teams, to create a destination retail experience. Selling womenswear, menswear, shoes, and bags to household goods, our shops can be found in the London villages and bring in vital funds for Save the Children.
Our East Dulwich Shop Volunteers are in the middle of it all, and there’s plenty to get involved with. You might be sorting and pricing stock, engaging with customers, ringing items through the till, creating fantastic window displays or keeping our shop floor looking organised.
It’s up to you how much you commit. We have volunteers who support for a couple of hours a week and some do more. Many people volunteer either a morning or an afternoon each week - this is something that will be discussed at the selection stage, after you’ve applied. We would also love to hear from people willing to volunteer on Sundays.
Why volunteer with Save the Children?
In over 110 countries, we support children to transform their lives. By providing live-saving short-term help, and pushing for deep-rooted social change, we help children take, their future into their own hands. We believe every child has the right to learn. Every child should have good food to fuel their bodies and every child should have medicine when they're sick.
Skills and experiences we seek
We welcome applications from people with a wide range of skills and experiences. You don’t need any retail or shop experience as full training will be provided. What’s important to us is that you are a team player, open to learning and to follow our policies as well as be an excellent representative for Save the Children.
We know that our shop teams are stronger when they are inclusive and representative of their communities. Everybody can make a real difference. People come to us for all sorts of reasons, from all backgrounds, and we will do what we can to find a role that works for you.
What happens next?
After you’ve filled in an application, we will invite you for an informal trial shift. It’s a great opportunity to visit the shop, meet some of our existing volunteers and have a go at some of the tasks that you would be supporting with as a shop volunteer. Hopefully allowing you to get a feel for the role and make sure it’s for you. We also ask for a couple of references (these don’t have to be formal workplace ones, just someone who has known you for over 6 months and isn’t related).
How to apply
Express your interest on email via the apply button. Please let us know if you are willing to volunteer on Sundays.
Please note that this is a voluntary, unpaid role, based in the UK. We are unfortunately not able to provide support with visa requests.
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Who are we?
We are Buttons & Bubbles CIC. We work with children, young people, families and other professionals associated and affected by illness and disability. We have several different services including inclusive characters, sensory workshops, resources, events, advocacy and more.
What are we looking for?
Do you enjoy art? Graphic design? Are you an amazing illustrator? Then we might just have a project for you. One of our aims is to have every type of disability in every culture, religion and ethnicity depicted through our characters. And yes, we know that’s going to mean a lot of hard work and a lot of characters! But NO we are not asking you to complete this entire project!
We’ve created 11 characters so far that depict a variety of conditions. We want to look at potentially re-developing these characters and starting work on some new ones!
What do we expect?
- Be willing to undertake our training programme which will be done virtually and at a time to suit you.
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Have an Enhanced DBS check (preferably be on the update system)
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Sign our volunteer contract. (If you disagree with anything in it please do discuss it
with us and we will be happy to have a conversation and make small changes if
appropriate).
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A positive attitude to disability and illness. We are happy to answer questions on this.
What can you expect?
• A community group that does not currently operate a rota system of any kind. You don’t have to regularly commit your time.
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A kind, caring, nurturing company who cares about people, staff and volunteers. Our aim is to keep your wellbeing at the centre of our work.
- A very positive and proactive approach to disability and illness. Any and all accommodations will be made that you require. If there is anything you wish to discuss in private please email us and we will arrange a confidential chat.
Benefits to Volunteering with Buttons & Bubbles CIC
- Gaining valuable experience and improving your confidence
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Allows you to explore potentially different areas of interest.
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Make a difference to community
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Develop your current skill set and gain new skills.
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Displays your level of commitment to future employers.
- Displays your ability to balance and schedule your time effectively when seeking future employment.
For further information or to apply email us and we will be happy to chat.
Please let us know if you require any adaptions.
To increase inclusion and representation across society for disabled families.
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The role in a nutshell:
Volunteers help to keep Age UK charity shops running like clockwork and are an essential part of everything that we do. Our charity shops raise vital funds that support the wide range of services Age UK delivers, so if you have some free time available and would like to help, we’d love to hear from you! Whether you are looking to gain new skills and experiences, use those you already have or are just looking for a way to get out and meet new people, then we have flexible options to suit you!
What will you be doing?
Volunteer Shop Assistants carry out a wide range of tasks in their roles. You might be sorting and pricing stock, engaging with customers, ringing items through the till, keeping our shop floor full and organised or supporting with raffle ticket sales and promoting gift aid.
How would you be supported in this role?
When you begin your role, you will receive a mix of e-learning and in-person training to get you started. Throughout the role, you will receive refresher training as required as well as ongoing support, reimbursement for role-related expenses and the opportunity to further shape the volunteering you do.
Why do we need volunteers in this role?
Age UK operates charity shops to raise funds for the delivery of services for older people in need. Volunteers play a key role in the shop team, ensuring our shops are welcoming places in the community and selling the items that are generously donated to our organisation.
Additional information:
We offer a variety of flexible shifts for volunteers.
What skills, interests or experience might be helpful in this role?
We welcome applications from people with a wide range of skills and experiences. You don’t need any retail or shop experience as full training will be provided. What’s important to us is that you are a team player, open to learning, will follow Age UKs policies and be an excellent representative for the charity. We know that our shop teams are stronger when they are inclusive and representative of their communities, so we will do what we can to find a role which works for you.
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EVENTS VOLUNTEER (Guildford & Epsom Branch)
We are the RSPCA and it's our vision to live in a world where all animals are respected and treated with compassion. Our volunteers are incredible and play an absolutely essential role in helping us carry out our important animal welfare work every day. Much of the RSPCA’s direct animal welfare work is carried out through the branches. These separately registered charities across England and Wales are run by volunteers who are unstinting in their work for animal welfare.
We are looking for friendly volunteers to help fundraise at fetes, in supermarkets and other outlets to collect vital donations that enable us to continue our animal welfare work. The more volunteers we have and funds we can raise, the more animals we can help!
Overview of the opportunity
In this role, you will be the friendly face of the RSPCA, helping us raise funds for our branch at community fetes and in local high streets, supermarkets and similar outlets.
This varied role offers you the chance to experience different volunteering positions, ranging from street collections and in-store fundraising drives to attendance at local community fetes. Each of these events are equally important to raising vital funds as well as raising our profile in the community.
Volunteering at events offers you the opportunity to meet other volunteers and learn about how you each support the RSPCA. You will most likely meet animals that we have rehomed and hear about their adoption journey.
If you have a relaxed dog that likes meeting people, you are welcome to bring them along with you to street collections and fundraising drives as this is always a conversation starter!
Location is dependent on the event at which you choose to volunteer, you will be out in the community in the local area
What you will be doing
(this list is not exhaustive but gives an idea of some of the tasks that you may be required to assist with.)
- Street collections and fundraising drives: standing with a collection bucket, greeting members of the public and thanking them for any donations.
- Fetes and fairs: potentially assisting with set up or pack away, handling money from sales of chatting to members of the public and thanking them for any purchases they make.
- Helping seek out event opportunities and organising them.
The skills you need
- No experience is necessary as we will provide you with the guidance you need.
- Reliability and commitment.
- Good organisational and communication skills.
- Enjoy working with the general public.
- Enthusiasm and passion for the work of the RSPCA.
- We ask for a minimum of one hour of your time - we recommend a maximum of 2 hours at any one event as you will be standing.
- You will need to be aged 18 years old or over to volunteer in this role unless you can be accompanied by an adult.
What's in it for you
- Meet new people and make new friends
- Learn great new skills to add to your CV
- A great induction and training relevant to your role
- Volunteer in a fun environment at the heart of the local community
- You'll be making a huge difference to the welfare of animals
- Ongoing support, training and guidance will be provided.
PLEASE ONLY APPLY FOR THIS VACANCY IF YOU LIVE IN THE UK
Before you can start volunteering you’ll need to complete our simple online Health & Safety course and any associated training required for your role. Our voluntary roles are subject to an informal interview and trial period. We will ask you to provide contact details for two referees and depending on the position you may be required to sign an agreement and undergo specific training before starting the role.
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Our Friends Ageing Better (FAB) project is looking for volunteer hosts for our FAB cafés around Bristol. In this volunteer role, you’ll be part of creating vibrant, welcoming community spaces that build relationships and connect people with activities in their local community.
At Age UK Bristol, we want to change the way we age. We aim to keep people aged 55+ well and active, encouraging Bristol to be an Age Friendly city. We do this in 3 ways - through providing practical help and supporting people’s emotional and physical wellbeing in a range of ways depending on their needs. In addition, we want to prevent people from needing our help wherever possible. We do this in our strategic work, where we aim to create the conditions for older adults to remain healthy and independent.
We are looking for FAB Cafe Host Volunteers for the following cafes
- Avonmouth - Mondays, 2:30-4:30
- Southville - Tuesdays 10:00-2:30
- Withywood - Tuesdays 11:00-1:00
- St Werburghs LGBT+ - Thursdays, 10:00-12:00
- Fishponds - Fridays 2:00-4:00
The role involves
- Welcoming older people who are new to the FAB café
- Facilitating conversation and activities in the group
- Promoting your local FAB café and the FAB membership card scheme
- Keeping sign-up sheets for attendees at cafes
- Providing information about events and activities happening in the local area with the support of the FAB team
The qualities and skills required for this role are
- Welcoming and friendly disposition, with the ability to include people.
- Reliability.
- Ability to communicate well with a diverse range of people.
- Ability to respond to people’s varied access needs (such as hearing loss) to make sure each individual can participate well.
- Ability to work cooperatively in a busy community setting.
- An understanding of the needs of older people.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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Stepping Stones Learning and Leisure is a small, friendly charity based in Southwark, providing inclusive activities for adults with learning disabilities. We believe everyone should have the chance to express themselves, connect with others, and take part in activities that bring joy, confidence, and new skills.
We’re currently looking for a Drama Volunteer to support our weekly drama group on Friday afternoons, held at St Faith’s Centre, Red Post Hill, SE24 9JQ (close to North Dulwich and Herne Hill stations).
About the Role
This role is ideal for someone with a background or strong interest in drama, theatre or performance. You’ll support our Drama Tutor to deliver inclusive and engaging drama sessions for a small group of adults with learning disabilities. Each year, the group works towards a production which is performed at our end-of-year Summer Show, making this a fun, creative, and rewarding volunteering opportunity.
As a Drama Volunteer, you will:
- Assist the tutor in planning and running weekly drama activities
- Encourage and support learners during rehearsals and performances
- Help with setting up props, costumes and resources for sessions
- Offer 1:1 or small group support where needed to help participants engage
- Help build a warm, inclusive atmosphere where everyone feels safe to express themselves
What You’ll Gain
Volunteering with us is a chance to:
- Gain hands-on experience in drama facilitation and inclusive practice
- Contribute to a creative and meaningful community project
- Feel the joy of supporting learners to grow in confidence and express themselves
- Experience working with adults with learning disabilities in a supportive setting
- Develop skills in teamwork, adaptability, communication, and creative problem-solving
- Have a place in a welcoming and friendly team of tutors, staff and volunteers
What We’re Looking For
You don’t need to be a professional actor or drama teacher, just someone who is enthusiastic about drama and passionate about inclusion. We especially value:
- A background or interest in drama, theatre, or performance
- Good communication and a warm, encouraging approach
- Enthusiasm, patience, and a willingness to get involved
- A non-judgemental and inclusive mindset
- Reliability and commitment, especially in the lead-up to the summer show
- Flexibility to support a creative, sometimes unpredictable environment
Prior to volunteering, we ask all volunteers to:
- Attend an induction meeting
- Provide two references
- Complete a DBS check (we will arrange this)
- Commit to volunteering one session per week for 3 x 10 week terms throughout the year. For continuity for our service users, we ask that you commit to volunteer for a minimum of a year with us.
To apply, please send your CV and answer the following questions (these will come up when you hit "Apply"):
Why would you like to volunteer with the drama group at Stepping Stones?
What drama or performance experience do you have (formal or informal)?
What strengths or values would you bring to this role?
Empowering adults with learning disabilities to lead fulfilling, connected lives through opportunities shaped by their ideas and aspirations.
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About us: GT Scholars is a charitable social enterprise that tackles educational inequality by giving ambitious young people the support, skills and strategies they need to achieve aspirations. We run a wide range of programmes that help young people achieve their academic and career aspirations, particularly those from less-privileged backgrounds.
What makes us different? We run tutoring, mentoring & career insight programmes that help our scholars, aged 11-18, discover their strengths, develop their mindsets and design their own futures.
There are many charitable organisations and social enterprises offering programmes to improve the life chances of young people.
However, our programmes use a unique 3:1 model which means that we’re able to sustainably use our profits to provide additional places on our programmes, to young people from low income homes.
We believe that all young people are gifted and talented, regardless of their background.
Our mission is to empower and develop the next generation of leaders and change-makers and we’re looking for volunteer tutors that are passionate about making a difference in young people’s lives!
If you are an undergraduate or graduate, you could make a difference by joining us as a volunteer tutor. As a volunteer tutor, you’ll need to:
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Have a passion for helping children and young people
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Provide online one-to-one tutoring support for 1 hour week
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Build pupil confidence in English.
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Have strong subject knowledge (confident enough to tutor up to GCSE)
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Work collaboratively with other tutors and mentors
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Have a minimum of an undergraduate degree or be working towards this
Volunteer tutoring can be extremely rewarding and volunteers with GT Scholars benefit from:
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A flexible schedule - you can choose online tutoring hours to suit your schedule
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The chance to grow your contacts and meet like-minded volunteers
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The chance to make a real difference in the life of a young person.
Additional information: We’re looking for tutors that can commit to a minimum of 2 academic terms of volunteering.
We will need to conduct reference checks and you will need an Enhanced DBS for this role as you will be working directly with children. We can process this for you or you may submit one if this is less than 3 years old.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.