Volunteers volunteer roles in stanmore, middlesex
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RSPCA South London Branch
Location: Crystal Palace, Tooting & Croydon
Are you practical, reliable, or good with technology? We are looking for local volunteers to support our charity shops as Drivers, Handymen, IT Support volunteers – or a combination of all three. Whether you can help with one area or several, your support will play a vital role in helping us raise funds for our animal welfare work. We’re looking for practical, reliable people to help keep our charity shops running. Whether you’re handy with tools, happy behind the wheel, good with tech – or a mix of all three – we’d love to hear from you. You can get involved in the areas that suit your skills and availability, and your help will directly support our animal welfare work.
Overview of the opportunity
Our charity shops rely on skilled and dependable volunteers to keep things running smoothly behind the scenes. This flexible role is ideal for someone who can help with driving donations, basic maintenance and repairs, or IT and technical support across our local shops. You will need to be local to Crystal Palace, Tooting or Croydon, as this role supports shops in these areas.
About the RSPCA
Founded in 1824, the RSPCA has been saving animals for almost 200 years and is proud to be the world’s oldest animal welfare charity. Our vision is a world where all animals are respected and treated with compassion, and our volunteers play a crucial role in helping us achieve this every day.
Our Charity Shops
Our local charity shops are essential in raising funds and awareness for our animal welfare work. They sell a wide range of donated items including clothing, books, bric-a-brac and collectables. Keeping our shops safe, functional and well-supported allows us to maximise the funds we raise for animals in need.
Volunteer responsibilities
Depending on your skills and interests, you may help with one or more of the following areas:
Driver support
- Collecting and delivering donated and purchased items
- Moving stock between charity shops
- Completing basic administration such as mileage returns
- Ensuring RSPCA policies and procedures are followed
Handyman / Maintenance support
- Carrying out basic repairs and maintenance in shops
- Fixing fixtures, fittings and shop equipment
- General upkeep to ensure shops are safe and welcoming
IT / Technical support
- Helping with basic IT issues (e.g. computers, printers, Wi-Fi)
- Setting up or troubleshooting shop technology
- Supporting staff and volunteers with simple tech queries
What we are looking for
- Someone local to Crystal Palace, Tooting or Croydon
- Reliable, friendly and willing to help
- Driver volunteers must have their own vehicle and good local knowledge
- Practical skills or IT experience are desirable but not essential
- Willingness to offer an ongoing commitment (days/hours flexible)
- Volunteers must be aged 18 or over
- All necessary training will be provided
What we can offer you
- The chance to make a real difference to animal welfare locally
- A friendly, supportive volunteering community
- Training, induction and ongoing support
- The opportunity to learn new skills
- Volunteering experience to enhance your CV
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 South London 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 dependent 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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RSPCA North West London and South Hertfordshire Branch
Our RSPCA charity shop in Pinner is looking for friendly volunteers to join the team.
About Our Shop
RSPCA, 13 Love Lane, Pinner HA5 3EE
The shop is part of the RSPCA North West London & South Hertfordshire Branch. It plays an essential role in raising the profile of the RSPCA in our local community, as well as raising much needed funds for our branch so that we can continue our vital animal welfare work.
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’s 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.
About the Role As a volunteer Charity Shop Assistant, you would join a small team of other volunteers helping to make the shop a success and raise vital funds for animal welfare.
Our volunteers assist us in many ways, such as accepting and sorting items donated by the public, preparing items ready for sale, processing sales through the till, assisting customers with queries, and helping to merchandise the shop floor.
Who are we looking for?
We’re currently looking for people aged 18 or over who are friendly, team players, are comfortable communicating with colleagues, customers and donors, and who can make a regular commitment of at least one 3-hour per shift per week for a minimum of six months. Retail experience is not essential.
In return, we can offer the chance to develop or learn new skills, a way to meet new people in your local area, and the satisfaction of making a huge difference to the lives of animals in your local community!
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 RSPCA North West London and South Hertfordshire 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 dependent 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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Focus Birmingham is a dedicated charity supporting people with sight loss and complex needs, helping them lead fuller, more independent, and more connected lives. We’re currently looking for warm, compassionate volunteers to join us as Telephone Befrienders.
If you can spare just a few hours a week, you can make a genuine difference to someone who is visually impaired and may be feeling isolated. A simple conversation from the comfort of your own home can bring comfort, confidence, and connection to someone who truly needs it.
As a Telephone Befriender, you’ll offer friendly chats, emotional support, and a vital social lifeline — helping people feel heard, valued, and less alone and you won’t be doing it on your own. We’ll support you every step of the way, from application and onboarding to being carefully matched with someone you’ll genuinely connect with.
If you’re ready to brighten someone’s day — and enrich your own — we’d love for you to apply and join our community of caring volunteers.
Quotes from our volunteers -
- Sonia, Telephone Befriender "It's so rewarding knowing that a weekly phone call to someone can help reduce their feelings of loneliness and isolation for a small part of their day."
- Sacha, Telephone Befriender "One of the greatest gifts is giving my time to support and empower citizens with sight loss."
- Sharon, Telephone Befriender "It gives me great pleasure and satisfaction when I see service users gain confidence and self-esteem, as I believe the be-friending service is making a real difference to their lives".
We exist to make lives better
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Supporting Trustees through the recruitment of central charity virtual roles including Trustees and Officer roles through creating and managing role adverts, reviewing applicants,conducting interviews and supporting onboarding.
* To bring children's dreams to life * To provide a professional service * To bring fun to both children and volunteers



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Work Type: Hybrid
Location: Remote & In-Person (London-based office)
Role Type: Voluntary (Unpaid, with expenses covered)
Status: Actively Interviewing
Time Commitment & Work Schedule:
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First Month:
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16 hours total (4 hours per week on Tuesdays)
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Office-based every Tuesday from 12:00 PM – 4:00 PM to shadow the current Project Manager (Michelle)
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Ongoing (After Month 1):
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2–3 hours per week on Tuesdays (remote/office-based as needed)
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Attendance at weekly Jumping Beans team meetings every Tuesday from 7:30 PM – 8:30 PM (online)
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Additional Requirements:
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Required to be in the office at least two weeks before each school holiday period for planning and final confirmations
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Must attend at least 2–3 Jumping Beans sessions per term
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About the Role:
Are you an organised and proactive individual passionate about community-led programmes that support children and families? We are looking for a dedicated Volunteer Project Manager to oversee and lead our Jumping Beans Team—a vibrant, child-focused initiative offering enriching experiences for local families.
Key Responsibilities:
General Responsibilities
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Lead and manage the Jumping Beans Team to ensure project success
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Coordinate and chair weekly Tuesday evening meetings
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Track team tasks, monitor progress, and ensure timely delivery
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Report regularly to the leadership team
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Collaborate across departments to align project goals and resource needs
On-Site Responsibilities During Jumping Beans Sessions:
1. Staff & Volunteer Coordination
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Brief staff and volunteers on the day’s plan and their roles
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Ensure child-to-staff ratios are maintained
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Manage volunteer and staff attendance
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Act as the main point of contact for staff and volunteer concerns
2. Activity Oversight
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Ensure activities run on schedule and engage children effectively
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Troubleshoot or adapt plans as needed
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Confirm all materials and equipment are prepared
3. Child Safety & Welfare
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Oversee child sign-in/sign-out
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Monitor for safeguarding issues and respond appropriately
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Manage minor incidents and maintain accurate records
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Ensure the venue is safe, clean, and child-friendly
4. Communication
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Welcome and update parents, address any concerns
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Serve as liaison between staff, children, parents, and visitors
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Escalate significant issues to senior leadership
5. Logistics & Administration
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Manage session supplies and resources
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Track attendance, consent forms, and incident logs
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Ensure awareness of allergies and special requirements
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Uphold all safeguarding, emergency, and first aid policies
6. Evaluation & Reporting
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Take note of successes and areas for improvement
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Gather informal feedback from children, parents, and staff
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Report session outcomes to leadership
Qualifications & Experience:
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Previous experience in project management or team leadership (paid or voluntary)
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Excellent organisational, communication, and time management skills
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Creative thinker with strong problem-solving abilities
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Experience working with or supporting children or families is a plus
Benefits & Impact:
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Help bring joy, structure, and support to children and families
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Gain valuable experience in project and team management
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Be part of a passionate, values-driven team
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Expand your network through connections with community leaders
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Personal and professional growth through hands-on leadership
Apply Now
Make a real impact in your community and develop leadership skills that last a lifetime.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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Airplay is part of the RAF Benevolent fund and run by One YMCA. We provide youth clubs for children aged eight to eighteen which includes Ben Clubs for children aged 5 to 7 too. We provide a range of social activities in state-of-the-art facilities with sessions run by our friendly youth workers.
Location
Multiple locations available across:
· Oxfordshire (RAF Benson/RAF Brize Norton)
· Bedfordshire (RAF Henlow)
· Buckinghamshire (RAF Halton/High Wycombe)
· Wales (RAF Valley)
· Wiltshire (MOD Boscombe Down)
· Hampshire (RAF Odiham)
· Cornwall (RAF St Mawgan)
· West Midlands (RAF Cosford)
· Shropshire (RAF Shawbury)
· Hampshire (RAF Odiham)
MAIN TASKS/RESPONSIBILITIES:
· To support the provision of the Airplay and Ben Club activities and workshops
· Developing relationships with young people in a safe environment
· Supervising children and young people in activities, workshops and discussion sessions
· Engaging in learning and play with younger children
· Working with children and young people to track their progress
· Data entry/light admin work may be required
YOU WILL NEED:
· Good communication skills
· Knowledge/Experience of working with children/young people/families
· Ability to engage with young people
· Team player with a flexible approach
· Non-judgmental and understanding in the differing needs of families
· Any practical skills to assist with activities
· Basic understanding of confidentiality and safeguarding
· Respect the Christian Ethos of One YMCA and uphold its values
YOU WILL RECEIVE:
· A full induction to Airplay will be provided
· Requirement to complete online e-learning including Safeguarding and Health & Safety
· A menu of optional training will be provided
· Ongoing support and regular 1 to 1s
· Opportunities to attend volunteer meetings and events
· You will be required to undergo an enhanced DBS check
· Additional checks may be required for individual RAF Stations
· Two references will be required
One YMCA's mission is to create supportive and energizing communities where young people can belong, contribute, and thrive.
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About YAUK
Youth Advantage UK is a charitable organization that uses a research-led approach to inform policy work and projects that aim to promote and further the human rights of young people aged 11 to 25 across the United Kingdom.
Please note that this is a remote VOLUNTEER role.
We won't accept applications from individuals residing outside of the UK as we operate on the principle of bettering the lives of young people in the UK. Therefore, we require our volunteers to have an understanding of what it is like to live in the UK.
Responsibilities
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Identify gaps where training is required and create content
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Create and deliver training content and training plans for the organisation
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Arranging set training sessions with volunteers
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Arranging new training sessions with volunteers
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Finding topics that is relevant to the organisation that can increase development
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Finding and distributing information on free webinars
Requirements
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Excellent writing and speaking skills.
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IT literacy, including proficiency with Microsoft Office and Google Suite.
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Ability to work well independently and in a team.
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Strong attention to detail and organisational skills.
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Ability to prioritise tasks and manage time effectively.
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Interest in HR and the non-profit sector.
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Experience not required, but any previous experience in HR or administrative roles is a plus.
Benefits
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This is a UK-based, 100% fully remote and flexible role.
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Supportive team and management to enhance your skills and build on your experience.
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Your work will help transform and empower many young people’s lives, rights, and interests and assist in promoting equality for all young people.
Why Volunteer with Us ?
We are a supportive and friendly organization that takes pride in developing and nurturing our volunteers and providing them with excellent opportunities to thrive and further encourage their career growth and future aspirations. We offer a fully remote working environment and a flexible and adaptable working schedule. This is an excellent opportunity to join a growing organization, enhance your skills, and gain valuable experience. If this sounds like you and you are interested in applying for this position, please submit your CV.
What You’ll Gain
•Recognition through:
oLinkedIn testimonial and reference
oA public thank you post
oPermission to list YouthAdvantage UK as an employer on your CV/LinkedIn
oA written reference upon completion of your commitment
We look forward to hearing from you!
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Single Parents Support and Advice Services is a Charitable Incorporated Company with over 35000 members UK wide.
Our charity founder and director, Nicola Booth, took the initiative to set up SPSAS in 2012, with the purpose to reduce isolation, loneliness, and to promote equal and fair treatment amongst Single Parents and their Children. We also aim to help, advise and support single / lone parents by giving them access to support and services that they normally would not be able to access for varied reasons. We try to eliminate the stigma attached to being a single parent in society, within all ethnicities across the UK.
Our charity runs solely on donations and all members of our charity, including the director are currently working on a non-paid voluntary basis. Despite these hurdles, we feel we have made a positive impact with our services.
We are looking for a solicitor or barrister to occasionally supervise our legal student advisors currentlystudying LPC/BPC. The role is based remotely
Key Responsibilities:
Your duties will include, but are not limited to, will include the supervision of students carrying out legal work, including some legal advice activity,
Essential
·Be a qualified solicitor/barrister with experience of family law and various other laws;
·Have a valid practice certificate
·Commitat least 1 day a week for a minimum 3-month period
·Have an enthusiasm for working with students;
·Have proven networking and public speaking skills;
·Be dedicated to providing a stimulating learning environment for students;
·Have a demonstrable commitment to pro bono, ideally through pro bono work or volunteering;
·Have an understanding of and commitment to the roles of both clinics and pro bono in the provision of legal services;
·Have excellent organisational and management skills;
·Have excellent verbal and written skills and ability to convey complex information in an accessible way;
·Be able to work under pressure and meet deadlines ;
·Be able to prioritise tasks;
·Be able to work as part of a team;
·Be able to use computer and information technology;
·Demonstrate enthusiasm, initiative and motivation
We hope we have caught your interest and very much appreciate it if you would agree to become a volunteer for SPSAS.
The Media & Communications Director will play a pivotal role in developing communication strategies to enhance awareness and recognition of mountain rescue and the teams within the UK, and supporting internal communication to enable effective dissemination of information and news for Mountain Rescue England & Wales (MREW), supporting 47 active mountain rescue teams across the region. This voluntary position is responsible for devising and implementing a robust plan, working alongside a range of partners and colleagues.
Reporting to the CEO, the person will need to contribute to the MREW’s overall future strategy. There will be a need to understand the MR structure and to have the ability to work as part of the MREW Senior Management Team, and alongside trustees, liaison team, regional structure and local teams.
Mountain Rescue England & Wales (MREW) is a voluntary organisation that provides mountain rescue services 24/7, 365 days a year, and offers support to communities during other crises. It consists of 47 independent volunteer search and rescue teams that operate across eight geographical areas. The organisation serves as the national body to represent the whole organisation, acting as an advisory body, linking with partner organisations and helping to standardise training and share information.
Objectives
The overarching activities for this role are:
- Development of external communication to a wide range of outdoor enthusiasts and ‘new explorers’ taking an interest in the great outdoors.
- Leadership of a small team plus the wider Media and Communications Network (MCN) of MR volunteers to develop and deliver a Media and Communications Strategy and programme of activity
- Publications and online communications (all social media)
- Website development
- Development of key messages, inc. support to MREW spokespeople (messages, materials and training) to enable effective stakeholder communications.
- Leading and planning for effective reactive communications in challenging situations, including issues management, messaging and spokesperson briefing.
- Liaison with external partners (PR, Magazine Editor, Public Affairs), relevant media and stakeholders, including a process for responding to incoming enquiries and interview requests and a process for planning proactive media activities.
- Development of key messages inc. safety messaging
- The development of effective Internal communications to support knowledge of MREW and to enable consistency of message from the family of Teams.
- Represent MREW at relevant external meetings.
Skills
- Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to inspire and influence a diverse range of stakeholders.
- Strong relationship management skills, with the ability to foster trust and accurately represent MREW’s mission and goals.
- Ability to work alongside colleagues and manage competing priorities.
- Creativity, imagination and intuition.
- Excellent communication skills, written and spoken.
- Good organisational and project management skills.
- An ability to develop, negotiate and work within a financial budget.
- A strategic approach to the reputational management of mountain rescue in England and Wales (at all levels).
- Knowledge and understanding of the various forms of media, including broadcast and print, digital and social, so as to be able to meet their differing needs and ensure that there is a clear process for the handling of approaches or enquiries to MREW from outside media organisations, agencies or individuals.
Personal Attributes
- The ability to lead and motivate a team that combines volunteer and professional roles and that covers a range of disciplines, skills and platforms.
- Capable of working under pressure, within constraints and meeting deadlines.
- The ability to build and maintain relationships, internally and externally, based on integrity and trust.
- The ability to delegate to others, engaging and involving appropriate support from the wider network.
- Strong personal creativity, imagination and intuition in dealing with challenges, opportunities and people.
- A proactive attitude, with the drive and enthusiasm to initiate and carry out projects to conclusion, involving others, on time and on budget.
- Resilience, particularly when faced with challenges, uncertainty and setbacks.
Management responsibilities:
- To contribute to the management of MREW through regular business meetings, ensuring that the media and communications aspects of activity are considered in planning and decision-making.
- To ensure all network members are treated fairly, in line with MREW policies and also its mission and values.
- To develop an approach to the sustainability of the Media and Communications function, including succession planning for key roles and the strengthening of the dispersed network.
We are looking for a motivated, self-starter with a proactive attitude, drive and enthusiasm to carry out projects to conclusion. You will need to demonstrate commitment to the mission and cause of the charity.
Qualifications
- Essential to this role is an awareness of the internal character of MR and the external environment in which it operates, and an ability to identify and anticipate communications priorities.
- Practical experience in a media or communications management role is also desirable, for instance, such as journalism, PR, marketing, or online media.
- An ability to plan proactive media and communications activities and to develop ways of measuring their effectiveness.
- Experience of issues and crisis management, enabling anticipation and support to management and others on the development of plans, messages and position statements.
Additional notes
- To work with the CEO to plan for future activity and to ensure that a planned communications approach is developed.
- To ensure all committee members are treated fairly through MREW Equal Opportunities Policy.
- To work with other national teams to release internal communications, press statements and support campaigns as required.
- This is a voluntary role within MREW, elected annually; it is expected that the applicant will serve a term of 5 years, with a possible extension of a further 5 years if desired.
- Travel during the working day may be required, with occasional absence from home overnight, as meetings with partners, colleagues, and other stakeholders may cover a large geographical area. Out-of-pocket expenses can be reclaimed in line with the MREW Expenses Policy.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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Dive into lasting impact: Fundraise for East London Waterworks Park to create and shape natural swimming ponds, ecological habitats and community gardens
East London Waterworks Park is a volunteer-led charity that has won a 2024 New London Architecture award and raised £2m towards buying land from the Department for Education to transform the 14-acre Thames Water Depot on Lea Bridge Road on the border of Waltham Forest and Hackney, into a new biodiverse park with natural swimming ponds, forest schools and community spaces.
If you are a good writer and seller of ideas, would you like to join our mini-team of funding bid writers? We would especially love to hear from you if you have experience of writing funding applications, and we are happy to share the skills we have developed with you if you would like to learn.
The Fundraising Circle currently meets fortnightly on a Thursday evening on Google Meet and spends voluntary time outside of the meeting completing agreed tasks remotely. We understand that people may not have a lot of time to give, so we want to find volunteers who could give us one-off or ongoing strategic advice and support.
If you have experience in writing grants and funding applications, corporate fundraising, philanthropy, or any other aspect of fundraising, it would be great to hear from you.
We are keen fundraisers but we are lacking professional expertise and experience and we would love your help and input. We would welcome one-off advice on the phone or in person, as well as longer term volunteers.
We would also love to hear from potential volunteers without experience but with transferable skills.
East London Waterworks Park is an exciting and ambitious project that offers many rewarding opportunities for our volunteers. You will have a significant impact on the creation of a new biodiverse community-owned park with free access natural swimming ponds and forest schools.
By leading fundraising projects that explore how diverse professionals (architects, ecologists, web developers, community researchers etc.) collaborate to shape community infrastructure, volunteers will directly contribute to the development of a park that truly reflects the needs and desires of the local community.
Without funding we won’t be able to make it happen. Your input will help us craft experiences that inspire, educate, and engage our service users, stakeholders, funders, and the general public, ultimately driving support for the park's mission and ensuring its long-term sustainability. So you will be directly contributing to the creation of a new biodiverse community-owned park with free access natural swimming ponds.
East London Waterworks Park is a charity campaigning to create a new biodiverse park with natural swimming ponds, forest schools and community spaces



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- A great opportunity to volunteer as Cafe Assistant at a unique heritage site, London Museum of Water and Steam
- Based at the historic Kew Bridge Waterworks the museum tells the story of London's water supply, the site, its people and the amazing pumping engines that helped to make London the city it is today
- Cafe Assistants provide a warm and friendly greeting for all our visitors
- They should work collaboratively with Visitor Welcome volunteers and Duty Managers
- Help to prepare hot drinks and snacks and to take responsibility for money handling
- There is an opportunity to gain a Level 1 Certificate in Food Hygiene
To create a museum that surpasses expectations, captivating audiences with the ingenuity of steam & the significance of water for a sustainable future
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Are you passionate about helping people from Afghanistan feel welcome and supported in the UK? Do you have the language skills and cultural understanding to assist Afghan refugees as they navigate the challenges of building a new life? If you’re adaptable, resilient, and dedicated to making a difference, we’d love to hear from you!
About us
Gulab Sorkh Foundation (GSF) is an independent charity supporting Afghan nationals resettled in the UK under the ARAP scheme. We are a small but impactful organisation, dedicated to helping those who worked closely with British forces in Afghanistan and their families integrate successfully into British life.
Job description
We are looking for two volunteer interpreters—one fluent in Dari and one fluent in Pashto — to join our team at the Gulab Sorkh Foundation (GSF). You will play a key role in supporting Afghan refugees who have resettled in the UK, assisting them in accessing essential services and communicating effectively in their daily lives. This is an influential volunteer opportunity where you will make a real difference by helping Afghan refugees integrate into British society, providing crucial interpretation during interactions with service providers such as healthcare professionals, housing officers, and legal advisors.
As a Volunteer Interpreter, you will:
- Provide interpretation services (Dari or Pashto) to Afghan refugees, ensuring clear
- communication between them and various UK service providers.
- Assist refugees in understanding key information related to housing, healthcare,
- education, and other public services.
- Facilitate communication during meetings, appointments, and community events to
- support their integration journey.
- Offer support and cultural understanding to ensure refugees feel comfortable and
- respected throughout their resettlement process.
Key responsibilities:
- Interpret accurately and sensitively between Dari/Pashto and English during one-on-one
- and group interactions.
- Help beneficiaries understand and complete necessary paperwork or official forms in
- both languages.
- Collaborate with case managers and external partners to ensure the refugees’ needs are
- effectively communicated.
- Be aware of and sensitive to the needs of individuals who may have experienced trauma
- and displacement.
- Follow data protection laws and policies
Essential skills:
- Fluency (written and verbal) in Dari and/or Pashto and in English.
- A high level of cultural sensitivity and empathy towards Afghan refugees.
- Strong communication skills, with the ability to translate complex information clearly
- and accurately.
- Ability to remain neutral and impartial in all interactions.
- Commitment to safeguarding vulnerable individuals and confidentiality.
Desirable skills:
- Level 3 in Interpretation.
- Previous experience working with refugees or vulnerable communities.
- Knowledge of UK systems such as healthcare, housing, and immigration.
- Understanding of the Afghan Relocations and Assistance Policy (ARAP) scheme.
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
Please note:
This is an unpaid voluntary position, offering flexibility to fit around your other commitments.
This is a completely remote role, and as such you will need to ensure that you have access to a confidential, quite space during your working hours.
To apply please upload your CV and covering letter (max. 2 A4 pages each)
In your application, please explain how you meet every point on the essential criteria with examples. If you meet any of the desired criteria, please do the same for these. We actively encourage applications from individuals with lived experiences of migration or refugee resettlement.
Please get in touch with us if you have any queries.
We look forward to hearing from you
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Do you enjoying talking with people and helping them based on your life experiences?
Are you able to volunteer a few hours a week?
Yes? We’d love to hear from you.
What is knus?
knus is the UK’s first free, confidential, mental health peer support and coaching online chat service. knus offers mental health educational plans, relaxation experiences and live workshops.
What does knus mean? 'hug' in Danish.
Here’s some further information on what’s needed:
Are you over 18 and living in the UK?
You must be over the 18 years of age and live permanently in the UK.
Do you have a laptop?
A laptop and a quiet space to volunteer is essential.
How much time can you give?
A minimum of 2+ hours per week is required. We are flexible and like to work around you.
Do you like to learn?
We provide training for all volunteers that join us. Our peer support training is accredited. 20-25 hours of volunteering training is required and is self led online.
If you’re interested head over to our website and we can have a chat or apply here.
Please note - all successful volunteers are required to donate the cost price of £20.60 for an Enhanced DBS check. If you've got a current Enhanced DBS on the update service, this cost will not apply.
You must be a UK resident to apply for this role.
To always be ‘by your side’ when you need mental health peer support.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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Exam Star – Southwark, London
We are looking for a volunteer tutor to support Shalom, a Year 11 student preparing for his GCSE Maths (Edexcel) and Science (AQA Chemistry and Physics) exams in summer 2026.
Shalom is polite, hardworking and keen to learn. He uses Sparx Maths and other revision materials but needs help building confidence and working through questions step by step.
Tutoring is one hour a week, on Sunday (any time) or Monday after 4:00 PM, via Zoom, Microsoft Teams or Google Meet.
Exam Star Learner, based in Southwark, provides affordable one-to-one tutoring to help children and young people aged 5 to 18 achieve their potential.
If you’re patient, encouraging and passionate about education, we’d love to hear from you. Join us today and help Shalom gain the skills and confidence he needs to succeed in Maths and Science.
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Social Media Volunteer (South London)
This is an excellent volunteering opportunity for somebody who wants to enhance and develop their digital and social media skills whilst helping animals in need.
Overview of opportunity
As a volunteer Social Media Volunteer, you would play a massive part in ensuring that our branches activities are promoted online whilst creating a positive public profile on social media. You would play a significant role in gaining more awareness and support for animal welfare and helping us come to the aid of more animals in need.
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 South London Branch
The South London 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.
Volunteer Social Media Coordinator responsibilities
- Researching potential influencers, community groups, and online accounts that align with the branch’s mission and values.
- Identifying opportunities for collaboration or content sharing to strengthen the branch’s online presence and support base.
- Monitoring social media trends and gathering examples of engaging content that could highlight the branch in a positive light.
- Tracking audience feedback and online conversations to provide insights that help shape the branch’s outreach strategy.
- Potential to maintain the branch’s Instagram / other social media platforms and respond appropriately to online comments and feedback
What we are looking for in a volunteer Social Media Coordinator
- Experience of using social media and awareness of its potential as well as its dangers.
- Excellent written communication skills.
- An interest in animal welfare.
- Reliability and can offer an ongoing commitment
What we can offer you as a volunteer Social Media Coordinator
- You will be making a massive difference to the welfare of the animals in your local area and attracting more support.
- Join a community which will enable you to meet new people and make new friends.
- Learning new skills through our comprehensive induction and training programme.
- 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 South London 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 dependent on the position, you may need to sign an agreement and undergo specific training before starting the role.


