Volunteering opportunities volunteer roles in england

Are you passionate about empowering communities with life-saving first aid skills?
Join St John Ambulance in our mission to ensure every community and young person is first aid confident. Use your leadership and creativity to raise vital funds and awareness, helping us deliver emergency response and life-saving education across Cheshire.

About the Role

Do you have the skills, motivation, and leadership to raise the public profile of this goal and grow relationships with both current and potential supporters in Cheshire?

This is a chance to use your talents to raise the vital funds that enable us to deliver emergency first aid and educate communities in how to save lives. At the same time, you’ll support the wider work of the Order of St John.

Key Impact and Responsibilities – Fundraising

• Work with the Community Fundraising Manager and County President to develop and deliver a fundraising plan for Cheshire.
• Coach and support our Cheshire volunteer leaders to implement and achieve local fundraising targets, ensuring all activity aligns with our fundraising policy.
• More details are available in the role description attached to this advert.

Key Impact and Responsibilities – Priory

• Ensure appropriate local recognition events for our members and supporters, including an annual Organ Donor Award presentation in partnership with NHS Blood and Transplant.
• Support the local St John Fellowship to develop a vibrant ‘Friends of St John’ offer across Cheshire.
• More details are available in the role description attached to this advert.

Development and support available

We are committed to providing ongoing support and development for the right candidate in this volunteer role, offering opportunities to grow and succeed as a leader. This role is open to sharing. If you are passionate about either the Priory or Fundraising side but not both, please still apply and indicate your preference in your application. 

You will be part of a county team, likely also including officer roles to support you, such as for fundraising, coordinating honours and awards, events, the St John Eye Hospital, and the St John Fellowship etc.

The closing date for this vacancy is the 25th August 2025

Respond is seeking a qualified accountant to join the Board of Trustees as honorary Treasurer.

About the Respond Treasurer role

This is an exciting opportunity to volunteer in a vital governance role at Respond: the Treasurer maintains an overview of the charity’s financial affairs, ensuring effective and appropriate financial measures, controls and procedures are in place.

As a member of the Board of Trustees, the Treasurer also supports good governance, helping set the strategic direction of the charity for the years to come.

The role would suit a qualified accountant with some knowledge of charity accounting and the ability to communicate financial information to the wider board in a clear and accessible way. 

With a passionate Board of Trustees and a committed staff team, you’ll join an organisation focused on making a real difference to the lives of people with learning disabilities and autistic people who have experienced abuse, violence or trauma.

Please note this is a voluntary role. Any expenses incurred while carrying out the duties of the role will be reimbursed.

About Respond

Respond is a national charity supporting people with learning disabilities and autistic people who have experienced abuse, violence or trauma. Respond offers psychotherapy and advocacy support and provides specialist trauma informed training for services.

Through specialist advocacy and therapeutic support, we support people to navigate complex systems such as criminal justice, social services and housing, and to cope with the impact of trauma, build healthy relationships and move forward with their lives.

If you are a qualified accountant that shared our passion for supporting survivors, we would love to hear from you.

Charity Treasurer

Voluntary role
15-20 days per year

Change lives, shape your community

Role details:

• Explain, guide and advise the board on the key assumptions, financial risks and implications of the charity’s budgets, operational and strategic plans
• Chair our Finance Subcommittee (four meetings per year)
• Support the Senior Leadership Team with financial matters
• Voluntary trustee role, all reasonable expenses will be reimbursed

We are looking for a Treasurer to join our Board of Trustees, and help to govern our charity finances. This is an exciting opportunity to put your financial skills, knowledge and experience to use.

To ensure our board is reflective and representative of our local communities and workforce, we strongly encourage applications from under-represented communities. Currently we are particularly seeking to increase the involvement of people under the age of 35, people with a disability, people of colour and/or LGBT+ people on our Board.

We are an advice charity based in Derbyshire, our advice makes a real and lasting difference to thousands of people, and we want you to help us continue to make a difference.

Closing date: When a suitable candidate is found

Job Type: Volunteer

Work Location: In person

Reference ID: Treasurer - CADD

999 Club IS RECRUITING NEW TRUSTEES!

999 Club is a charity doing big things with people facing homelessness. For over 30 years, we've provided a safe haven in the heart of Deptford — offering hot meals, showers, practical support, and a pathway out of homelessness for good.

We're now looking for up to three new trustees to help guide our growing organisation as we develop our new 5-year strategy.

We’re especially keen to hear from people with experience in:

· Fundraising – An ability to use your networks or knowledge to champion our cause and unlock new opportunities.

· Charity Finance – provide strategic financial oversight and potentially chair our Finance Committee.

· Property or Facilities Management – Help oversee the management and potential development of our buildings

What to expect:

As a trustee, you’ll gain leadership experience, broaden your network, and play a hands-on role in tackling homelessness and improving the mental wellbeing of our community. This is a voluntary role involving four board meetings a year (a mix of in-person and virtual), plus occasional events, emails, and committee work. Reasonable expenses are covered.

Inclusion:

We’re committed to building a diverse and representative board. We particularly welcome applications from people with lived experience of homelessness, mental health challenges, or systemic disadvantage.

RSPCA London South East Branch

Do you have professional expertise you could use to help a good cause? Are you passionate about animal welfare? Volunteer to take the Chair at the London South East Branch and help direct all our activities which are aimed at improving animals’ lives.

Overview of the Branch Chair opportunity

This is a fantastic opportunity to improve animal welfare by playing an instrumental part in the production, monitoring and review of our Branches development plan. You will be able to influence how we raise our funds and how these are allocated in our local area.

As a minimum, trustees would normally be expected to attend a monthly committee meeting lasting some 2 to 3 hours. However, the commitment may vary depending on whether the trustee takes on additional duties.

About the RSPCA

Founded in 1824, we have been saving animals for 200 years and are proud to be the oldest welfare charity around. 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, they play an essential role in helping us carry out our important animal welfare work every day.

The RSPCA London South East Branch

The London South East Branch is one of the branches of RSPCA, but we are also a separately registered charity looking after animals in our local area. Much of the animal welfare work of RSPCA is carried out through local branches, which is run by volunteers who have the support of the National Society of RSPCA.

The London South East Branch has two retail shops (Sydenham Road and Norwood Road) and supports the work of the Inspectorate through rehoming of animals within the branch area.

Primary responsibilities of the Branch Chair

• Take the chair at branch committee meetings and direct the activities.

• Act jointly with all co-trustees and work closely with the branch secretary and treasurer.

• To act as co-signatory, if required, on branch cheques and ensure that proper financial procedures are always followed, in line with charity legislation.

• Ensure that all committee members are familiar with branch rules, national Society policy and their responsibilities as a charity trustee.

• Be instrumental in the production, monitoring and review of a branch strategy.

• Actively coordinate the activities of the branch, including the delegation of tasks.

• Ensure that a branch representative is appointed to the regional board and that the representative gives the committee a full report on the business conducted after each meeting.

• To ensure that all the essential roles within the committee are filled by suitable, appropriate trustees or volunteers.

Core Branch Trustee responsibilities

• Appreciate and support the aims and policies of the RSPCA.

• Work in conjunction with fellow trustees and branch officers and jointly act in making decisions for the best interest of the branch and the RSPCA.

• Work with national RSPCA staff to ensure that the branch meets all minimum animal welfare standards (MAWS).

• In conjunction with your fellow trustees and Branch Partnership Manager write, adopt, monitor, and review a development plan setting out the short and long term aims of your branch.

• Actively participate in branch committee meetings and to attend the branch annual general meeting and regional conference.

• Be aware of the outcome of regional board meetings and support local initiatives.

• Actively promote and advertise the society in an ongoing programme to recruit new branch trustees and volunteers and welcome new members.

• In conjunction with your fellow trustees, ensure the proper management and control of all activities and decisions relating to any premises held or staff employed by the branch if applicable.

What we are looking for in a volunteer:

Ideally you would have specific skills such as finance, legal, fundraising, project management, business experience, awareness of employment and/or charity legislation. These all can be useful to help ensure we have a sound and robust business model and long-term strategic development plan, however, they are not essential.

We are also looking for people who are creative, innovative, who have experience of or are part of the groups and communities we want to attract, who can bring new ideas, different experiences and fresh perspectives to the Board and help put those ideas into action.

You will need to be able to work with people and have good interpersonal skills. You do not need to be an expert, although commitment, common sense, and the ability to be objective are vital.

No previous trustee experience? That’s OK! We welcome applications from anyone interested in developing their skills by becoming a trustee and will provide relevant training.

What we can offer you as a volunteer Branch Chair

• We will provide you with a comprehensive trustee training course which will provide you with everything you need to carry out the role.

• Ongoing support is also provided by local and national RSPCA staff in addition to any additional training provided by the relevant branch.

• The platform to utilise your skills and experience to oversee the charity and make decisions that have a direct impact on local animal welfare.

• The opportunity to gain new skills and develop existing ones, whilst making a real difference to the lives of animals.

• A way to expand your professional and personal network through working with like-minded people.

Practical considerations

• Please also note that to become a Trustee, you will need to be aged 18 or over and a member of our branch for three months before you are eligible to be elected.

• Trustees are elected for a 12-month term each year.

• You will need to have your own vehicle or access to a vehicle, and your own computer or one that can be used securely.

• Reasonable expenses will be reimbursed.

• Trustees must sign a Trustee Declaration of Willingness to Act to clarify that they are not disqualified from being a trustee and read the Charity Commission’s guidance for individuals on who cannot be a trustee or senior manager of a charity.

• References will also be required.

How to find out more about being a Branch Trustee

For more information on becoming a Charity Trustee, and to ensure it is the right decision for you view the Government Charity Trustee Guidance.

There is some information on the RSPCA website about Branch Trustees, and we have an online session about Becoming a Branch Trustee, which should hopefully give you more of an idea of what the RSPCA Branch Trustee role will involve.

Are you a qualified accountant, looking to make a real difference to a human rights charity?

The Restraint Reduction Network (RRN) is looking for a dedicated and passionate honorary Treasurer to join our Board of Trustees.  

About the RRN Treasurer role

This is an exciting opportunity to volunteer with the RRN in a vital governance role: the Treasurer maintains an overview of the RRN’s financial affairs, ensuring effective and appropriate financial measures, controls and procedures are in place. As a member of the Board of Trustees, the Treasurer also supports good governance helping set the strategic direction of the charity for the years to come.

The role would suit a qualified accountant with some knowledge of charity accounting and the ability to communicate financial information to the wider board in a clear and accessible way. 

With a passionate Board of Trustees and a committed staff team, you’ll join an organisation focused on positive change.

This is a voluntary role. Any expenses incurred while carrying out the duties of the role will be reimbursed.

About the RRN

RRN is a national charity with an ambitious vision to eliminate the unnecessary use of restrictive practices across health, social care and education. We want to develop a culture of respect for human rights across services.

If you share our vision, we would love to hear from you.

Join our Board of Directors

Trustee Lead for Safeguarding required for an innovative, best-practice charity

Help to make a real difference to the lives of women and girls by joining the board of directors of Advance

Our vision is a world where women and girls lead safe, just and equal lives.

Title: Chair Elect

Reporting to: Board of Trustees

Role Type: Volunteer

Location: London

Renumeration: The role of Trustee is not accompanied by any financial remuneration, although expenses for travel may be claimed.

Do you have expertise in the role described below and a belief that your skills will contribute to the strong and effective governance of an innovative medium-sized charity? We are looking to appoint up to four new Trustees to the Board with skills specifically focused on Safeguarding Adults & Children

This post is open to female applicants only as this is deemed a genuine occupational requirement under Schedule 9, Paragraph 1 of the Equality Act 2010.

Advance is committed to equality and diversity and aims to have a board of trustees that reflects the communities we work with. We strongly encourage applications from women with diverse backgrounds, including those with disabilities, BAME and LBT communities.

About Us

Advance is a women’s organisation, delivering systems change, and trauma and gender-informed community-based support for women and girls affected by domestic abuse, including those in contact with the criminal justice system. We work nationally through our innovative, best-practice approach and systems change initiatives. We deliver wraparound frontline services across the South and East of England, including Greater London. Our expertise lies in decades of providing specialist support by women and for women and girls, to achieve safety, justice and equality at the intersection of domestic abuse and the criminal justice system.

Our whole-system approach is aligned with our values of collaboration and innovation, partnering with other statutory and non-statutory providers, to deliver a coordinated community and gendered response, improving access to services across the whole system, enabling consistency and continuity of support throughout a woman’s journey. Through our advocacy and awareness-raising work, we focus on systemic change and sustainable impact to meet women’s needs and improve their outcomes.

This is an exciting opportunity for you to join our experienced and committed Board.

You will join a dedicated and skilled group of Trustees and support the charity through a significant period of growth. Our staff team now includes over 150 skilled and passionate women across our programmes and our 10 womens’ centres in London and the South and East of England.

Time commitment

• Five Board meetings per year (in person in Hammersmith west London), plus membership of at least one board sub-committee (four meetings a year online)
• Ad hoc availability as matters arise (by telephone)
• Participate in one strategy away day each year (on a Saturday, usually held in January)
• Commit to the Board of Trustees for at least three years
• Note - the Chair of the Fundraising, Business Development and Communications Committee will be expected to chair a committee meeting four times a year (online) in addition to the Board meetings

The statutory duties of a trustee

• To ensure the organisation complies with its governing document in the articles of association
• To ensure that the organisation pursues its objectives as defined in its governing document
• To ensure the organisation applies its resources exclusively in pursuance of its objectives - the charity must not spend money on activities which are not included in its own objectives, no matter how charitable and worthwhile those activities are
• To contribute actively to the Board of Trustees' role in giving firm strategic direction to the organisation, setting overall policy, defining goals and setting targets and evaluating performance against agreed targets
• To safeguard the good name and values of the organisation
• To ensure the effective and efficient administration of the organisation
• To ensure the financial stability of the organisation
• To protect and manage the property of the organisation and to ensure the proper investment of the organisation's funds
• To appoint the Chief Executive and monitor their performance

In addition with other trustees to hold the charity in trust for current and future beneficiaries by:

• Ensuring that Advance has a clear vision, mission and strategic direction and is focused on achieving these
• Being responsible for the performance of the charity and for its corporate behaviour; ensuring that the charity complies with all legal and regulatory requirements
• Acting as guardians of the charity’s assets, both tangible and intangible, taking all due care over their security, deployment and proper application
• Ensuring that the charity’s governance is of the highest possible standard

As well as the various statutory duties, any trustee should make full use of any specific skills, knowledge or experience to help the board make good decisions. The above list of duties is indicative only and not exhaustive. The Trustee will be expected to perform all such additional duties as are reasonably commensurate with the role.

Process
Please download the job specification below, complete the application form and equality monitoring survey 
Closing date for applications: 31 August 2025
Interviews: Shortlisted candidates will be invited to a first round interview week commencing 5 October via Teams. Shortlisted candidates will be invited to an in person interview in Hammersmith west London.

You can find more information on our website

To learn more about the role and duties of Trustees, please click here.

We would love to hear from you.

Who are we looking for?

We are looking for a Trustee who is passionate about arts and social

justice, who wants to make a difference and is able to compliment our

Board of Trustees, Artistic Director, and Executive Director as we work

together to develop the impact and profile of Cardboard Citizens. We

believe that the need for Cardboard Citizens is as urgent as it ever has

been with the current external environment and the challenges for our

communities with experience of homelessness and poverty.

Whilst we’d like to hear from applicants from a range of backgrounds and

experiences, we are particularly keen to hear from those with skills in any

of the following areas:

·Digital, New Media

·Communications / public relations

·Environment & Sustainability

·Development

·Strategic partnerships

The general attributes we’re looking for in potential Trustees include:

·Good judgement

·An ability to think creatively and strategically

·An ability to collaborate and work as part of a team

·Effective interpersonal skills

·An active commitment to equity, diversity, and inclusion

·An ability to command trust and respect

·An understanding and acceptance of a Trustee’s legal duties and

responsibilities

·A willingness to devote the necessary time and effort required

What we ask of you:

·To serve an initial term of 4 years, with the possibility of re-appointment

until 8 consecutive years’ service has been reached.

·To attend 4 x 2-hour Board Meetings a year, committee meetings as

required, as well as an annual Away Day.

·To attend events, performances, workshops and other engagements, to

gain a full experience of the breadth of Cardboard Citizens work.

·To sit on one of the Board’s Committees.

·To provide specialist advice and expertise as required and appropriate.

·To advocate and champion Cardboard Citizens’ work, values, ambition,

and strategic direction.

In total, Trustees usually commit the equivalent of 10 days per annum to

their role.

What you can expect from us:

·The opportunity to help shape the future direction of a dynamic theatre

company driving social change, and be part of an active, loyal, and

engaged group of Trustees.

·Flexibility when it comes to attending meetings either in person or

remotely via video call.

·A full Trustee induction with current Trustees and permanent staff.

·Regular training and development opportunities.

·An offer of an annual 1-2-1 with the Chair.

Please note that Trustee roles are voluntary and therefore unpaid, but reasonable expenses will be covered.

Please don’t hesitate to get in touch with us if you’re not sure because of,

for example, your working hours, employment status, caring

responsibilities, level of experience, socio-economic or cultural

background or access needs. We would still love to hear from you so we

can talk about any concerns.

We actively encourage people from a variety of backgrounds with

different experiences, skills, and stories to join us and influence and

develop our working practice. By taking positive action around diversity

(as permitted in the Equality Act 2010), we will offer initial conversations

to candidates who self-identify with any of the following groups that we

have identified as underrepresented in our workforce and the wider

cultural sector:

People of African, Caribbean, South Asian, East Asian, Southeast Asian,

or mixed heritage, and others who identify as part of the Global

Majority

Candidates with lived experience of homelessness or poverty

Deaf, disabled, and/or neurodivergent candidates

LGBTQIA+ candidates

Candidates with care experience (e.g., those who have been in foster

care, residential care, or other forms of local authority care)

What to send

Either:

Letter (no more than 2 sides of A4)

OR

Video (no more than 5 minutes)

OR

Audio (no more than 5 minutes)

telling us why you are interested in the role and what skills and

experience you would bring to Cardboard Citizens

An up-to-date CV

Contact details for one referee who knows you professionally

A completed Equal Opportunities Monitoring Form linked to the

vacancy page on our website. The information on the monitoring

forms is anonymous.

Please send your application by 26 September. Interviews will be

planned at a mutually convenient time in the week of 6 October. Please

let us know some availability when you apply.

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.

Role: Trustee

Location: Winchester

Position: Voluntary

About us:

As one of England’s oldest charities, we are proud of our 900-year legacy of service. St John’s Winchester provides around 100 almshouses for older people, who have strong ties to the city. Our mission is to support residents to live independently for as long as possible, with 24-hour support delivered by our dedicated Welfare Team. Our residents form a vibrant and caring community, with many involved in faith-based and social activities, and in the wider life of Winchester.

Your role:

As a Trustee of St John’s Winchester, you share collective responsibility for the governance and strategic direction and planning for the charity. Trustees ensure the charity remains true to its purpose, and delivers meaningful, lasting impact for the people we serve. Trustees are required to abide by both company and charity law, exercising their legal and financial obligations as company and charity directors, adhering to corporate regulation and the charity’s Memorandum and Articles of Association.

About you:

We welcome interest from individuals from all walks of life. We recognise that great governance is shaped by diverse backgrounds, perspectives, and experiences. If you share our values and want to make a difference in the lives of older people in Winchester, we encourage you to get in touch.

We welcome expertise in:

· HR leadership roles, including HR Directors or People & Culture leads

· Workforce planning, talent management, or leadership development

· Organisational development in values-led environments

· Volunteer engagement, inclusion strategy, or staff wellbeing initiatives

· Employment law or charity HR governance

Why join us:  

Becoming a trustee at St John’s Winchester offers an opportunity to shape the future of one of England’s oldest and most respected charities, deeply rooted in Winchester. You will benefit from making a real difference in your community, be joining a legacy of local leadership, grow personally and professionally and be a part of a strong evolving organisation.

To apply:

Please send your application by 15 September 2025
 

About the Cycle Responder role

St John Ambulance has operated Cycle Response Units for more than 15 years having invested significantly in state of the art equipment and helping to establish public safety cycling across the UK emergency services. CRU has become a key response asset for St John Ambulance at major events (e.g. marathons, parades and significant national occasions) as well as smaller community based events, often being the first resource on scene. Being part of a CRU is an exciting way to give back, and suited to someone who has the time, energy and passion to learn new skills whilst on ‘the job’.

You’ll get a huge sense of satisfaction and pride delivering an essential service. It’s great for you, great for your community and great for our nation. 

Getting started

We are advertising for cycle responders across different locations in the North East. Interviewing and recruitment will take place across the region, as required by applications/demand. Course will be run during the spring of 2025 across our pre-identified locations.

As a specialist function, volunteers are asked to consider that beyond any local events which will be advertised to them, a number of larger deployments and out-of-area events are included as part of the role. We also ask candidates to consider that this role does expect them to already be comfortable in their cycling skills and preferably regularly cycling in their day-to-day life across different road conditions/surfaces. Training for role will revolve around aspects of group riding and SJA-specific ways of working.

There will be an interview, in person, comprising of a discussion around candidate's motivations and cycling skills. Successful candidates will be shortlisted and offered a place on the next available course.

Closing date for these opportunities is: 31/12/2025

To apply for this opportunity please follow the link below:

We are looking for a Trustee with finance experience to help us improve our way of working as a Board.

About People First Forum

Our vision is a world where people with learning disabilities are treated as equals, living safe and happy lives.  Our Mission is to give people with learning disabilities the support and opportunities to live the lives they choose.

What will you be doing?

Our Board is exciting and special because it has a mixture of people with and without a learning disability. “Nothing about us without us”! Different people bring special gifts and skills.

You do not need to have worked in a Board or governance role, or with people with learning disabilities before – we will teach you everything you need to know and give you training.

Day to Day, our new Treasurer will advise and support the Board and the staff team in the following areas:

1. Budgets and Financial Reports 2. Financial Records and Practices 3. Financial Policies 4. Financial Health of the Charity 5. Working with Finance Staff and Accountants 6. Strategic Planning and Risk 7. External Auditors 8. Legal Financial Duties 9. Supporting the Board of Trustees

What are we looking for?

We are looking for people who are kind, respectful and dedicated to supporting our diverse board of Trustees.

You should be a finance professional. You should be good at explaining money matters clearly, especially to people who are not finance experts, including people with learning disabilities.

What difference will you make?

· You help shape our future - Trustees help set the charity’s direction and make sure it stays focused on its mission.

· You make sure funds are used wisely and that our charity stays financially healthy.

· You keep things safe and legal - Trustees make sure the charity follows the rules and manages risks properly.

· You will bring fresh ideas - Your experience and perspective will help the charity make better decisions.

· You make a real difference - Everything you do helps the charity support more people and create more impact.

Time commitment

In total, you are expected to give on average 1 to 2 hours each week to this role.

About the Cycle Responder role

St John Ambulance has operated Cycle Response Units for more than 15 years having invested significantly in state of the art equipment and helping to establish public safety cycling across the UK emergency services. CRU has become a key response asset for St John Ambulance at major events (e.g. marathons, parades and significant national occasions) as well as smaller community based events, often being the first resource on scene. Being part of a CRU is an exciting way to give back, and suited to someone who has the time, energy and passion to learn new skills whilst on ‘the job’.

You’ll get a huge sense of satisfaction and pride delivering an essential service. It’s great for you, great for your community and great for our nation. 

Getting started

We are advertising for cycle responders across different locations in the North West. Interviewing and recruitment will take place across the region, as required by applications/demand. Course will be run during the spring of 2025 across our pre-identified locations.

As a specialist function, volunteers are asked to consider that beyond any local events which will be advertised to them, a number of larger deployments and out-of-area events are included as part of the role. We also ask candidates to consider that this role does expect them to already be comfortable in their cycling skills and preferably regularly cycling in their day-to-day life across different road conditions/surfaces. Training for role will revolve around aspects of group riding and SJA-specific ways of working.

There will be an interview, in person, comprising of a discussion around candidate's motivations and cycling skills. Successful candidates will be shortlisted and offered a place on the next available course.

Closing date for these opportunities is: 31/12/2025

To apply for this opportunity please follow the link below:

As life becomes ever more difficult for migrants across London, the UK and the world, Waltham Forest Migrant Action (WFMA) are committed to fighting back in solidarity and supporting our fellow human beings who are often suffering in the most extreme of circumstances. Since 2013, we’ve run a weekly Drop-in Centre providing visitors a warm welcome, free advice on immigration, accommodation and welfare issues, and opportunities to socialise with the local community. Last year, we helped 366 people from 71 nationalities, and our numbers continue to grow. WFMA is currently in an exciting phase of development. In recent years, we have transformed from an all-volunteer organisation to having six part-time staff, navigating a period of sustainable growth.

The role
We are looking for 2-3 compassionate individuals with a strong interest in migrant justice to contribute to an organisation that centres migrant voices and experiences. Whether you bring experience in HR, marketing & communications, finance, legal, fundraising, operations, service delivery, or another area, your insight and guidance has the potential to strengthen our organisation. We welcome applicants from all ages and backgrounds, and we are open to first time Trustees!

We strive to have a board that is diverse and representative of the communities we work with and for, and we are particularly keen for those under 30 and / or with lived experience of the UK migration system to apply. We value skills gained both through formal professional experience and through grassroots activism, voluntary work, or community organising.

Essential

• A strong interest in migrant justice and anti-racism

• Commitment to the aims and objectives of WFMA, and its vision 

• Willingness to devote the necessary time and effort required

• Good oral and written communication skills in English

Desirable but not essential
Following recent a skills audit, we have identified priority areas and skills needed for our board, and we are particularly keen to hear from candidates who can contribute one or more:

• Lived experience of the UK migration system and the difficulties faced by migrants in accessing services

• Fundraising and bid writing experience

• Financial oversight and accounting experience (we are keen to recruit and train a potential future Treasurer)

• Experience and/or willingness to serve as Chair

Time commitment
This role requires around 10 days commitment a year, and this includes attending bi-monthly board meetings, sub-groups, strategy days and reading board reports prior to meetings.

Job title: Sound Trainee

Job Title: Sound Trainee

Location: Canbury Business Centre, 50 Canbury Park Rd, Kingston upon Thames KT2 6LX

Department: Video Production

Reports To: Production Manager

Join Our Video Production Team!

Are you passionate about video production and looking to gain hands-on experience? We’re looking for enthusiastic volunteers to join our Video Production Team at Quilombo UK!

With our annual Solta O Jogo coming up on the 17th (rehearsal), 18th and 19th of October, we’re looking to build a reliable and creative crew to help film this live broadcast and to collaborate on many exciting opportunities to come. We've previously filmed documentaries, podcasts and informative videos for the Kingston Council, and we're continuing to grow our media work. 

Check out our YouTube channel here! 

This role is especially well-suited for recent graduates or anyone looking to dust off the cobwebs and re-enter the industry, however, everyone is welcome to apply no matter your level of experience - we’re all about building confidence and developing skills within our team!

Note: This is a hybrid role, offering the best of both worlds with filming on location and admin work from the comfort of your own home.

About Quilombo UK

Quilombo UK is a pioneering organisation committed to advancing diversity, equity, inclusion (D&I), and social justice. Through our People First philosophy, we foster workplaces where every voice is heard and valued. 

Join our team to amplify our mission through strategic, inclusive communication that drives engagement, equity, and belonging.

What You’ll Gain

We train volunteers in production skills while helping them build industry awareness. Our team has created impactful content for clients such as Kingston Council and QMC. 

By joining our Video Production Team, you’ll gain:

• Practical, hands-on experience in video production 

• Insight into industry workflows, creative processes and an opportunity to network

• Portfolio-building opportunities and project credits

• A collaborative and creative environment where your voice is heard! 

Role Overview:

As part of the Video Production Team, you’ll support the development of video content from concept to delivery.

As a Sound Trainee, you’ll work alongside a diverse team of creatives to assist and learn from the Sound Engineer to create clear, emotive audio for a wide range of audiences, making them feel like they have a front row seat at our events! 

Ideal for entry-level sound team members who want to engage in learning about the department. 

Key Responsibilities: 

• Assist with setting up microphones and sound equipment 

• Operate the boom mic during rehearsals, live recordings and shoots

• Take notes from the Sound Engineer on audio quality to support post-production

• Sort and organise sound equipment before, during and after shoots 

• Perform general runner tasks when needed from the sound engineer 

• Support the Sound Engineer during the shoot and help troubleshoot minor issues

Who We’re Looking For

Key Skills & Qualifications: 

• Experience: Some exposure with a least 6-12 months of experience with sound equipment (desirable) 

• Education: Ideally studying or holding a degree in Film, Media, or a related field (desirable)

• Enthusiastic and willing to learn, with a proactive mindset

• Creative with strong attention to detail and research and communication skills

• Problem-solving mindset and willingness to adapt on the go

• Ability to work independently and as part of a team 

Why Join Quilombo UK?

• Impact: Shape narratives that advance social justice and employee belonging.

• Creativity: Experiment with multimedia storytelling in a values-driven environment.

• Culture: Join a collaborative team where authenticity and courage are celebrated.

• Flexibility: Volunteer around your schedule.

• Growth: Opportunity to join our Professional Development Programme to enhance your skills.

Commitment to Inclusion

QUILOMBOUK is dedicated to fostering an inclusive workplace environment that values diversity and promotes equality for all employees. As part of our commitment to upholding these principles, we adhere to the guidelines outlined in the Equality Act 2010. We firmly believe in creating a workplace where all individuals are respected and treated fairly. Discrimination of any kind will not be tolerated.

Application question(s):

• Do you have access to a personal PC or laptop?

• Are you currently based in the UK and able to commute to the office when required? 

• Can you commit to 12 hours per week for the full 16-week programme?

• Are you sure you can commit to this being a non-paid role?

• Have you seen any content on our YouTube channel that you would like to expand on, or do you have any new and original ideas you'd be excited to pitch?