Volunteering volunteer roles
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We are looking for remote phone volunteers to respond to client and general enquiries using our Webex app.
Why we want you
To speak directly to those in financial crisis and arrange help for them.
What you will be doing
- Speaking to individuals on the phone (Via Webex)
- Assessing their eligibility for a food parcel and other help from the foodbank
- Taking down their details to arrange food parcel and other help
The skills you need
- Good listening skills
- Ability to manage conversations, sometimes difficult conversations
- Supporting as part of a team
What's in it for you
- Giving hope and arranging help to those who are in difficult situations
- Having a positive impact in your community
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Could you help a troubled teenager thrive?
Are you the kind of person who feels helpless when you see negative news stories about young people, or perhaps when you watched the new Adolescence drama series about teenagers and the pressures they face from social media?
The fact that you care when you see or hear these things and feel the need to help could mean that you would make a perfect volunteer mentor for a young person struggling with life as a teenager.
At Hope After Harm our New Leaf Young Peoples’ project offers a lifeline to vulnerable young people in the Thames Valley Area through our trained volunteers who offer support and guidance when they need it.
All we ask of you is your time. Just commit to one or two hours a week to meet the young person at their school for up to 16 weeks, and to be available to them by telephone at hours agreed between you and them.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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Can you help us by providing a calm, safe, and caring environment for our small furries whilst we find them their fur-ever home?
Often when we think about animal fostering, cats, and dogs spring to mind, but have you ever thought about fostering our smaller animals? The RSPCA received more than 5,000 reports last year about rabbits and other small furries relating to neglect or abandonment and rescued an average of 340 small furries a month! To help us with the rehoming of these small animals, we are actively looking to add to our fantastic team of volunteer fosterers.
As a small animal fosterer, you would play an essential role in providing the animals in our care with a temporary home whilst they are being rehomed. Like us, even small furries have specific needs and requirements, but rest assured, once we have guided you through the fostering process the animal centre will ensure that you have all the necessary guidance, equipment, food, and veterinary care.
What You’ll Be Doing:
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Provide them with care, safe suitable housing, and space for playtime, as outlined in our policies and guidelines.
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Ensure that they are groomed if appropriate and fed and watered.
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Provide them with suitable and clean bedding to keep them cosy.
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Give them lots of attention and plenty of cuddles as they are very sociable animals.
What We’re Looking For:
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Volunteers aged 18 or over who have had plenty of experience of caring for animals.
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Fostering experience is beneficial but not essential as training is provided.
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For their wellbeing, our small furries may need to be fostered in pairs, so please bear this in mind.
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Any existing pets or animals need to have been spayed/neutered (some medical reasons may mean they cannot be so, please let us know if this is the case).
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You should be located in South Buckinghamshire or within a reasonable distance.
What’s in It for You?
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You will be making a massive difference to the welfare of the small animals in your care.
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Join a community which will enable you to meet new people and make new friends.
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Learning new skills through our comprehensive induction and fostering training programme.
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Enhance your CV by adding your volunteering experience and newly acquired skills.
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The RSPCA is happy to reimburse you for any pre-agreed expenses that you may incur through volunteering for us.
Practical Considerations:
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Health & Safety: You’ll need to complete a simple online Health & Safety course before starting the role.
Disclaimer:
Our voluntary roles are subject to:
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An informal interview and trial period.
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Submission of two referees’ contact details.
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Completion of relevant training and assessments for the role.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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RSPCA Milton Keynes & North Bucks
Do you enjoy hands-on technical work and want to make a meaningful impact in a charitable setting? We are seeking an IT Field Support Volunteer to provide in-person hardware support and assist with IT operations across our main locations. This role is ideal for someone who can commit a small amount of time each week.
Overview of opportunity
Our IT team ensures smooth operations for staff and volunteers by managing systems and providing technical support. We currently use Google Workspace applications but are undergoing an assessment to transition to Microsoft Office.
About the RSPCA
Founded in 1824 we have been saving animals for almost 200 years and are proud to be the oldest welfare charity around. It has always been our vision to live in a world where all animals are respected and treated with compassion, so our volunteers and employees work tirelessly to ensure that all animals can live free from pain and suffering.
Through our numerous campaigns, we seek to raise standards of care, and awareness of issues, affecting animals today. We rely heavily on our volunteers who play a significant role in enabling us to carry out this important animal welfare work every day!
The RSPCA Milton Keynes & North Bucks Branch
The Milton Keynes & North Bucks 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.
IT Field Support Volunteer responsibilities
- Hardware Support:
- PCs, tablets (used for tills), scanners, printers, and Wi-Fi connectivity
- Mobile phones and apps
- Asset Management:
- Maintain inventory of devices and peripherals
- Track and update asset records
- User Training:
- Provide basic training to staff and volunteers
- Help create user guides for self-support
- Troubleshooting:
- Diagnose and resolve hardware issues
- Escalate complex problems where necessary
- Participate in Monthly IT Call:
- Share updates and collaborate with the team
What we are looking for in an IT Field Support Volunteer
- Experience in a similar IT support or technical role
- Good general IT Knowledge
- Ability to troubleshoot hardware and connectivity issues
- Strong organisational and communication skills
- Ability to work independently and manage time effectively
- Must have own transport to visit locations
What we can offer you as an IT Field Support Volunteer
- You will be making a massive difference to the welfare of the animals in your area.
- Join a community which will enable you to meet new people and make new friends.
- An opportunity to gain practical IT and hardware experience
- Enhance your CV by adding your volunteering experience and newly acquired skills.
How to Apply:
If you’ve got the drive and compassion to volunteer with the RSPCA and are passionate about improving animal welfare, we’d love to hear from you!
We hope you are interested in volunteering for the Milton Keynes & North Bucks Branch
Join us in making a real difference to the lives of animals in need.
Our voluntary roles are subject to an informal interview and trial period. We will ask you to provide contact details for two referees, and dependant on the position, you may need to sign an agreement and undergo specific training before starting the role.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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Role Summary
Education Outreach Volunteers support the Reptile Centre by assisting with community education sessions, school visits, events, and public engagement activities. Volunteers help promote reptile welfare, conservation awareness, and responsible pet ownership. This role is ideal for people who enjoy working with the public, have an interest in animals, and want to make a positive impact in the community.
Key Responsibilities
Support Educational Sessions
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Assist staff during school visits, workshops, and community outreach events.
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Help set up and pack away educational materials, displays, and activity stations.
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Support the delivery of interactive demonstrations (with or without live animals, depending on training).
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Engage with visitors, answer basic questions, and help create a welcoming learning environment.
Animal Handling (Optional Based on Training)
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Handle reptiles safely during sessions once trained and approved by senior staff.
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Support welfare checks and ensure animals are comfortable during events.
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Help maintain safe handling practices with the public.
Community Engagement
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Represent the Reptile Centre positively at fairs, open days, fundraising events, and exhibitions.
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Share information about the centre’s conservation work, rescue stories, and how people can get involved.
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Encourage visitors to support fundraising campaigns and ongoing community initiatives.
Event Support
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Assist with coordinating groups during onsite and offsite sessions.
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Help manage queues, guide groups, and provide general visitor support.
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Prepare craft materials, activity sheets, or demonstration equipment.
Practical Support
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Help maintain the cleanliness and organisation of education and outreach equipment.
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Support the preparation of educational resources and displays.
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Assist with basic administrative tasks such as feedback collection or session records.
Skills & Qualities Needed
Essential
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Friendly, reliable, and comfortable speaking with the public.
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Enthusiastic about reptiles, wildlife, conservation, or animal education.
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Willingness to learn and follow safety and welfare guidelines.
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Good teamwork skills and a positive, helpful attitude.
Desirable
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Experience working with animals, children, or in an educational setting.
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Confidence handling reptiles (training will be provided).
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Knowledge of reptile care, conservation, or science communication.
What We Provide
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Full training in reptile handling, welfare, and safe educational practice.
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Safeguarding and health & safety guidance.
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Support from staff and fellow volunteers.
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Opportunities to develop skills in public speaking, education, and animal care.
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Experience that can support future employment or studies in animal care, conservation, or education.
Time Commitment
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Flexible volunteer shifts available (weekdays, weekends, or event-based).
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Volunteers can offer as much or as little time as they are comfortably able to.
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Outreach events may require occasional travel with staff.
Additional Requirements
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Minimum age (centre-specific, often 16+ or 18+).
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Willingness to undergo basic training and follow centre policies.
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Some roles may require a DBS check (depending on involvement with children).
Benefits of Volunteering
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Make a meaningful contribution to reptile welfare and conservation education.
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Gain confidence and skills in presenting and public engagement.
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Work closely with a variety of reptiles and learn from experienced handlers.
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Join a supportive team and become part of the centre’s community.
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Opportunities to assist in fundraising that supports vital veterinary and rescue work.
Using Anonymous Recruitment
This organisation is using Anonymous Recruitment to reduce bias in the first stages of the hiring process. Submit your application as normal and our system will anonymise it for you. Your personal information will be hidden until the recruiter contacts you.
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We’re looking for patient, supportive people who’d like to spend a few hours each week helping others to learn and develop new skills.
As a Learning Support Volunteer, you’ll be part of a welcoming team that helps adults and young people take part in our learning, employability and personal development sessions. You’ll provide encouragement, guidance and reassurance to help participants build confidence and progress at their own pace.
This is a flexible, hands-on role for anyone who enjoys supporting others and wants to make a difference in their community.
What You’ll Be Doing
- Supporting learning and skills sessions led by tutors or facilitators
- Assisting individuals or small groups with practical tasks and exercises
- Encouraging participation and helping build confidence during activities
- Helping prepare materials, resources and session spaces
- Providing friendly reassurance and guidance to learners throughout sessions
- Assisting with feedback collection, attendance and evaluation records
Skills and Qualities We’re Looking For
- Good communication and listening skills
- Patience, empathy and a supportive approach
- Confidence working with people from different backgrounds
- Teamwork and reliability
- Organised and attentive to detail
- Willingness to follow guidance and safeguarding procedures
What You’ll Gain
- Experience supporting learning and employability programmes
- Opportunities to develop communication, facilitation and teamwork skills
- The satisfaction of helping others grow in confidence and independence
- A chance to meet new people and contribute to positive community impact
About Us
We are a community-led charity tackling poverty at its root by empowering people and communities to overcome barriers and build sustainable futures.
Our programmes support children, young people, adults and families through education, employability, wellbeing and social inclusion activities that promote confidence, connection and opportunity.
Safeguarding and Inclusion
We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and adults involved in our work.
Safeguarding training will be provided for all volunteers and a Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check may be required for this role.
We welcome volunteers from all backgrounds and will make reasonable adjustments to support participation wherever possible.
A catalyst for overcoming poverty at its root by empowering marginalised people and developing sustainable communities.



Victory Afghanistan is a volunteer-led nonprofit providing free online education, mentoring, and university preparation for Afghan girls and women who have been banned from attending school or university since 2021. We currently support more than 800 students aged 11–40 through English lessons and mentorship, helping them prepare for higher education opportunities abroad.
We are now seeking volunteer Duolingo English Test (DET) Tutors to join our mentoring programme for 20 weeks, from the third week of January 2026 to the third week of May 2026.
You will be working with highly motivated young women whose English is already excellent, most have Duolingo scores around 110, and our goal is to help them reach 125+ in preparation for university applications and scholarships abroad.
Commitment: 1–2 hours per week (online)
Programme duration: 16 weeks
Start date: Third week of January 2026
End date: Third week of May 2026
Your time will directly help young women prepare for higher education in September 2026, opening the door to their futures.
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Community Engagement Volunteer
Why we want you
As a community engagement volunteer you and your fellow branch members will create a range of activities to help spread the word about SSAFA within your community. To ensure that that our Armed Forces community know that SSAFA are here to help and that we need the public’s support to continue offering our services.
What you will be doing
· Organising and attending awareness and fundraising events within the community
· Identifying new fundraising and awareness opportunities
· Helping at events
· Delivering presentations to community groups, schools, etc through
· SSAFA’s speaker programme
· Event administration
· Social media marketing
The skills you need
· Friendly and approachable
· Happy to help
· Basic IT skills would be an advantage
What's in it for you
· Use your skills, knowledge, and life experience to benefit others
· Support in your role from the team at SSAFA
· Develop your experience and skills which you can highlight on your CV and in job interviews
Disclaimer
SSAFA is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of all those involved in our work and expects volunteers to share this commitment.
Our vision A society in which the Armed Forces, veterans and their families can thrive.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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We are looking for new volunteers to join the Meet Me team to support Meet Me at the Albany in person and remote activities.
What is Meet Me at the Albany?
In 2013 Entelechy Arts and the Albany, in partnership with Lewisham Council, established Meet Me at the Albany – an arts and social club for over 65s. Meet Me… is led by a vibrant and diverse community of previously isolated older people, who come together weekly to run a cross-art form social and creative programme to make friends, be creative, advocate for themselves, and contribute to the vibrant cultural life of Lewisham.
On Tuesdays we get together at the Albany theatre in Deptford, and get involved with everything from singing to painting, from crafting to gardening. During the COVID pandemic we took our groups onto the telephone, and seeing the massive benefits these groups brought we have continued with our Meet Me on the Telephone programme. Find more detailed information further down this page!
Who we are looking for?
Our volunteers play a vital role in ensuring the smooth running of our weekly and monthly sessions. These roles are perfect for people who enjoy meeting new people, engaging in conversations, and trying new things. They’re also ideal for those who like to listen and provide support based on individual needs and interests.
Skills and experience:
Personable and Friendly: We need volunteers who are approachable and easy to talk to.
Strong Listening Skills: Essential for connecting with our members and ensuring their safety.
Experience with Older Adults: While prior experience working with older people or supporting their creativity is beneficial, it’s not required—just an interest in doing so.
Adaptable and Flexible: Activities may change, so volunteers should be open to adjusting their approach as needed.
Creative Sharing (Optional): Some volunteers enjoy sharing their creativity with our members, but this is not a requirement.
We’re also looking for volunteers who are interested in helping out with marketing and social media, so if that sounds like your cup of tea, get in touch! It would be great if you also have experience of working with people living with dementia.
What’s next?
Get in touch for an initial chat. We will then invite you to complete a registration form and book you on to our next available training session. Training will cover safeguarding, setting boundaries and explore the programme. It is a chance to work through possible scenarios and ensure you feel confident to join us for one of the in person or over the phone sessions.
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FareShare Greater Manchester is looking for volunteer Driver's Assistants to join our busy friendly delivery team with redistributing tonnes of surplus food a month to charities and community initiatives across Greater Manchester.
FareShare is a national charity fighting food poverty and global warming by tackling food surplus. We source overstocked food from retailers and manufacturers and engage many volunteers to help re-distribute it to over 220 frontline charities and community groups across Greater Manchester. These groups, in turn, provide meals to vulnerable people experiencing food poverty, individuals who are homeless, families, and people who are unemployed or socially isolated. This food would otherwise have gone to waste, so we are simultaneously supporting people in need and reducing greenhouse gas emissions.
Key responsibilities
Working closely with the driver of a temperature-controlled 3.5 tonne Mercedes Sprinter van to deliver surplus food orders to the premises of the benevolent projects we support.
Loading and unloading the vehicle and carrying out a range of tasks, from basic vehicle checks to delivery administration.
The required skills and attributes are:
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Reliability and ability to commit to pre-agreed volunteer shifts (ESSENTIAL)
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Physical fitness, to take on moving and handling of food orders
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Ability to follow procedures and instructions
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Good verbal communication skills
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Interest in the work of FareShare Greater Manchester and our values
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High respect for Health & Safety procedures and standards
In return you will gain:
Career and CV advice and support
A reference for future employers
Reimbursement of travel and lunch expenses
The opportunity to give practical help to fight food poverty and reduce food waste (and associated CO2 emissions)
The opportunity to meet like-minded people and make new friends
Our operating hours are Monday - Friday, 8:30am to 4:30pm.
Driver and Driver’s Assistant shifts begin at 8:30am.
We welcome volunteers who can commit to one day a week.
The days and rota hours of volunteering are agreed around your availability.
IMPORTANT NOTE:
You must be resident in the UK and living in Greater Manchester, or within easy commuting distance of our base, in order to volunteer with us. There are no exceptions to this rule. This is because we require volunteers to be able to reliably commit to regular shifts for some of our roles. We are unable to offer sponsorship for overseas applicants.
Know someone else who might be interested in volunteering with us?
Please pass our details on to them as we always welcome new people on our teams. :)
As a leading food charity to tackle hunger, our aim is to help tackle the food poverty issue in Greater Manchester.



The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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MID CHESHIRE FOODBANK
HEALTH AND SAFETY LEAD/VOLUNTEER – Role description
1. Background:
Established in 2012, Mid Cheshire Foodbank (MCFB) is part of the Trussell Trust’s UK network of over 1400 Foodbanks, which provide food to people in crisis in their local areas.
2. Our Purpose:
MCFB exists to provide relief to individuals and families in crisis in Mid Cheshire and surrounding areas, through the provision of a sustainable food bank and associated activities.
3. Role summary:
To lead on health and safety practice and compliance for Mid Cheshire Foodbank (MCFB).
4. Responsible to:
MCFB Warehouse Manager.
5. Responsibilities:
List of duties:
1. Regularly review activities and practice within the Warehouse/FDCs to ensure compliance with the Health and Safety Policy. Inform the Warehouse Manager of any issues requiring attention
2. Ensure volunteers regularly receive Health and Safety updates.
3. Identify specific information/training needs for volunteers
4. Undertake annual Risk Assessments in all premises being used by the foodbank, liaising as appropriate with representatives of buildings used
5. Ensure all volunteers know the process for reporting accidents and regularly review the way the process is used. Report issues of concern to Warehouse Manager.
6. Review working practices and ensure safe working practices are developed where necessary.
7. Ensure all appropriate volunteers have received manual handling training and are familiar with ladder use requirements.
8. Put in place, and maintain, appropriate fire safety measures.
9. Review fire safety in all premises being used by the foodbank.
10. Provide information and ensure all volunteers have received training on fire safety measures.
6. Next Steps:
If you want to apply please go to the Mid Cheshire Foodbank website to obtain an application form and complete and return to MCFB as indicated on the form
If you want to apply please go to the Mid Cheshire Foodbank website to obtain an application form and complete and return to MCFB as indicated on the form.
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Are you a passionate people person?Join us as a Fundraising Volunteer!
We are looking for an enthusiastic volunteer to support Dimensions with fundraising as part of our 50th birthday celebrations in 2026.If you’re looking for Fundraising experience or you love to make a difference, this is the perfect opportunity to get involved!
Activities will include
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Launching Small Sparks grants and all associated fundraising as part of our 50th celebrations
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Encouraging the people we support and their support teams to think what they could do with a Small Sparks grant and make nominations
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Manage the small fundraising budget, aiming to maximise colleague participation
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Planning and delivering fundraising activities throughout the year
About you
We are looking for someone who is:
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A natural ball of energy and a people person.
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Passionate about supporting people to live better lives, with the communication skills to get colleagues, the people we support and their families to join you in your mission.
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Friendly and enthusiastic
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Reliable/dependable and willing to volunteer regularly (ideally 2 –3 days per week, around your availability)
Two character references will be required for this role.
What you’ll gain from being a Dimensions volunteer:
Dimensions provide support for autistic people and people with learning disabilities across the UK.
Our volunteers play a vital role in our work and in return, we support them with:
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Access to free online training (with access to 800 plus courses)
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Comprehensive support from professional and friendly Dimensions staff
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Reasonable expenses may be reimbursed at manager’s discretion
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An opportunity to gain real experience in the social care sector
Want to apply for this role?
If you’d like to be a Dimensions volunteer, please get in touch!
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About WE Care Home Improvements
WE Care Home Improvements is a local, independent, and award-winning home improvement agency. Our mission is to enable more older and disabled people, those on low incomes, and other vulnerable people, to get the support they can trust to live independently in the home of their choice. We are also not-for-profit. Any money generated goes back into the organisation to support our clients and help vulnerable people pay for essential works that they couldn't afford themselves.
The impact of poor housing on health and well-being is well documented. It results in significant medical need, particularly for older people and is a contributory factor to a number of health conditions. The costs to the NHS are also very significant particularly around cold and damp homes and risks of falling. Falls are the largest cause of emergency hospital admissions for older people and are a major precipitant of people moving to long term nursing or residential care.
Our vision is that all homes enable safety and wellbeing. We deliver this mission by being a values-based organisation. We work in a collaborative way and value all our colleague’s individual skills, experience, and knowledge. We also understand how important it is to support each other in order to deliver the best outcomes for clients. And we have flexible working arrangements to help ensure that our colleagues can maintain a good work/life balance.
Our colleagues know what a difference their work makes to the lives of local people. We live and breathe our organisational values, which guide our work from day to day. These are:
· We are experts
· We are resourceful
· We are caring
· We act with integrity
We provide home improvement services and products to increase independence, comfort, and mobility in the home. We support everyone aged over 60, as well as people of all ages who have a disability, are on a low income or coming out of hospital. Our support includes specialist advice on home adaptations and accessible bathrooms.
We also provide home improvement and repair services in the Bristol, Bath and Northeast Somerset, North Somerset, Gloucestershire, and South Gloucestershire areas. We provide help for individuals that are leaving hospital and completing minor repairs such as fixing a leaking tap.
About the Making Space project
As the name suggest, our innovative Making Space service helps people with hoarding tendencies make space in their homes. This project was developed in partnership with the Psychology Department of Bath University and is funded by Bristol City Council. Compulsive hoarding is a hidden issue and can severely impact on people’s quality of life preventing them from living safely and comfortably in their homes. Hoarding is also associated with shame and people can be reluctant to work with support services.
We offer comprehensive training to our volunteers to help them build the trust of the clients they work with and develop a more complex understanding of an individual’s life experiences (often traumas) that lead to accumulating possessions.
Since Covid our service has experienced unprecedented demand, and we are urgently recruiting for more volunteers in the Bristol area. We are looking for committed, enthusiastic and passionate volunteers who, after training, will help empower clients to manage their clutter. We adopt a therapeutic and patient approach with everyone we work supporting them to make their homes safe and comfortable.
To get an insight into the lives of people with hoarding difficulties, click the link to watch this video.
What will you be doing and how often?
Volunteering for our Making Space project is a unique opportunity to make a difference. Not only will you be helping people struggling with hoarding make more space in their homes, but you’ll build up a supportive and trusting relationship with them helping to overcome the stigma associated with the condition:
- Empower clients to understand why they gather possessions and why they find it challenging to let go of them.
- Build a therapeutic relationship with the client and together form a plan for clearing areas of the house and organising their possessions.
- Coordinate the clearance of the client’s items; ensuring they have consented to which items are being cleared and agreed to how they are being distributed (i.e. charity shop, recycled etc.).
- The role involves working on a 1-2-1 basis with your client in their home and often alongside a Making Space Caseworker. We will apply for an enhanced-DBS check, and you need to provide us with details of two referees who will be asked to complete a detailed reference for you.
- The length of a visit is flexible, usually 2hrs every 7-14 days with a client.
- We will review how things are going with your client every 6-9 visits.
- Volunteers will work in liaison with Caseworkers and our Volunteer Coordinator, with mutual support from other Making Space volunteers.
Personal qualities
- A passion for supporting vulnerable people with complex needs.
- Have a warm, empathetic and non-judgemental manner.
- The ability to accurately record your visits, have access to email and demonstrate basic computer skills.
- Good listener and patient and reliable.
- Have confidence to support people with complex needs on a 1-2-1 basis in what can be a challenging environment.
- Have access to a car, bike or able to travel on public transport (all travel expenses will be covered).
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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Purpose:
Help drive donations, plan small fundraising events, and promote online giving campaigns to support housing and youth development programs.
Responsibilities:
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Support fundraising events and community drives
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Engage with local businesses for donations or sponsorships
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Promote campaigns on social media (Facebook, Instagram, LinkedIn, etc.)
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Assist with donor thank-you messages and data entry
Skills Needed:
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Confident communicator
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Organised, friendly, and proactive
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Passion for helping vulnerable children and families
Hours: 10–15 hours per month
DBS Check: ✅ Yes – Basic DBS required (£12.50)
Policies to follow:
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Safeguarding Policy
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Fundraising Code of Conduct
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Data Protection Policy
Volunteer Benefits:
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Hands-on fundraising experience
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Training in donor relations and community engagement
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Recognition in our volunteer newsletter and social media
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Outstanding volunteers may be invited to join our Fundraising Advisory Board or future Board of Directors
At Guardian Light Foundation, we restore hope for homeless children, teens and single parents scarred by abuse, harassment and homelessness.
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Do you live in Wales and want to gain valuable skills, have new experiences, and support vulnerable people?
We are offering 2 young people aged 18-25 the opportunity to volunteer with the Portuguese Red Cross in Braga, Portugal. Next placement dates are planned for: 5th January - end of August 2026.
You will be working on a range of projects, which will give you the chance to explore the different kinds of social action that the Portuguese Red Cross undertake in Braga.
Typical tasks may involve:
- Supporting the charity shop, Ponto Vermelho, with social media, sorting donations and organising the displays.
- Supporting in the Youth Centre for the Roma Community – organising and delivering activities, helping with homework.
- Supporting in the Foster Care for Unaccompanied Minor Refugees.
- Supporting the Social Kindergarten.
- Assisting with projects which help the homeless and the elderly.
- Assisting in the writing of project proposals and funding bids.
It's a fantastic opportunity to get involved in projects and find out what you are interested in. For more details on the role and the projects available, have a look at the role description. The main thing we want to see is your motivation for this placement! These are fully funded placements, with return flights, accommodation and health insurance covered - volunteers receive a small monthly stipend for living expenses.
Please note that only young people based in Wales can apply for this role, as it is Taith funded. Interviews will take place online with shortlisted candidates.
We are keen to hear from individuals especially those who do not normally get the chance to volunteer overseas, who are passionate and motivated about working in the humanitarian sector and international volunteering but who also understand that these types of placements require adaptability and resilience. We are especially interested in applications from those who are from low socio-economic backgrounds, are carers or are care experienced, have accessed free school meals, are refugees or asylum seekers and those with disabilities or additional needs.
To mobilise the power of humanity so that people can prepare for, respond to, and recover from crisis.
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