Administration And Communications Volunteer Roles in Westminster, Greater London
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Purpose of the Role
This volunteer role is a key part of the HFEH Mind team delivering a range of services across Hammersmith and Fulham, Ealing and Hounslow. We support clients with mental health with both clinical and non-clinical interventions.
Compass is a service designed to support adults (18 years and over) in H&F and Hounslow. The service provides support with welfare benefits, debt, housing and well-being/peer support groups/workshops.
The Ealing Pathways service is designed to support adults (18 years and over) with stable mental illness to stay well and avoid acute admission in the borough of Ealing. The service provides support with welfare benefits, debt, housing and well-being advice service.
As a part of this, we are looking for volunteers to support with both services. The role of the volunteer includes supporting with onboarding and contacting clients onto our services as well as completing administrative tasks.
Main Responsibilities
To work closely with the Compass/Pathways service team and support the services with enquiries and support the service users to access the service.
- Triage clients for the service through an onboarding process.
- Support with follow up surveys and questionnaires for those who have accessed the project and obtain their feedback to improve our services.
- Support the Compass/Pathways team to promote the service to the local community.
- Support with administrative tasks including recording information onto our database ‘Views’.
- Supporting clients by picking up ‘light touch cases’ e.g. form filling and welfare benefit checks.
Type of person we are looking for:
Essential
- An interest in supporting those with mental health needs to access Compass/Pathways services.
- Good oral and written communication skills (including listening skills); the ability to communicate in a patient, considered, and empathetic manner.
- Excellent organisational skills, with the ability to follow administrative procedures.
- IT skills – able to update spreadsheets, use web-based applications, video-conferencing software, and Microsoft Office applications.
- Preferably have had experience working with people who experience poor mental health.
Time commitment and expenses
- 5 hours per week, during our opening hours of 10am–4pm. Please indicate your preferred volunteering day(s) on your application
- We request a minimum commitment of 3 months of volunteering after the completion of your induction.
- We will provide volunteers with an induction, training, and ongoing mentoring to support them in the role.
We are an equal opportunities employer; and are proud to employ a workforce that reflects the diverse communities we serve. We welcome applications from all suitably qualified persons from all backgrounds.
HFEH Mind are committed to creating and fostering a culture that promotes safeguarding and the welfare of all children and adults at risk. Our safer recruitment practices support this by ensuring that there is a consistent and thorough process of obtaining, collating, analysing and evaluating information from and about candidates to ensure that all persons appointed are suitable to work with children and vulnerable adults.
Post is subject to an enhanced DBS check.
To apply please send your CV and expression of interest addressing the below questions:
Please tell us why you would like to volunteer with Compass/Pathways at HFEH Mind (minimum 50 words)
Please share any relevant skills or experience you have for the role. This may include education, work, or voluntary experience (minimum 100 words)
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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We are a small, friendly, experienced board seeking additional trustees who bring energy, enthusiasm and commitment to the role, who broaden the diversity of thinking on our board. Our trustees play a vital role in ensuring that Power to Connect achieves its core purpose. They oversee the strategic direction of the charity, ensuring effective management and alignment with our vision.
We are particularly interested in candidates with the following experience, though we welcome applicants from diverse backgrounds to support our work:
- Charity fundraising experience
- Outreach and communications experience
- Business Development Experience
- Charity management or governance experience, either through a previous trustee role or as a senior leader in a relevant charity
DUTIES
- Help set Power to Connects purpose, vision, goals and activities.
- Provide creative and innovative ideas and input into forward planning.
- Approve operational strategies and policies and monitor and evaluate their implementation.
- Provide oversight and scrutiny of financial plans and budgets and monitor and evaluate progress.
- Ensure the effective and efficient administration of the organisation.
- Identify, monitor, and control key risks.
- Stay informed about changes in the operating environment.
- Contribute to regular reviews of the charity’s governance.
- Attend monthly board calls, prepared to contribute to discussions.
- Use independent judgment, acting legally and in good faith to promote and protect the charity’s interests, excluding personal or third-party interests.
PERSONAL SPECIFICATION
- Passion for our cause
- Willingness and ability to understand and accept responsibilities and liabilities as trustees
- Ability to think creatively and strategically, exercise good judgment, and work effectively as a board member.
- Effective communication skills and active participation in discussions
- Strong personal commitment to equity, diversity, and inclusion
- Strong networking capabilities that benefit the charity
- Understanding and acceptance of the legal duties, responsibilities, and liabilities of trusteeship
- Strong interpersonal and relationship-building abilities with all stakeholders, including staff and volunteers
- Personal gravitas and ability to influence
- Willingness to devote necessary time and effort to fulfil the role effectively
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We are a Kingston-based social marketing enterprise using creative thinking to build community cohesion.
We aim to attract knowledgeable individuals encouraging different cultures to unite which enables us to share and celebrate essential lessons.
Partnering with local organisations, we put on programmes of training, workshops and other events that promote unity and tolerance.
We conduct research to support our cause to challenge preconceptions around race and stereotyping. As well as delivering workshops on unconscious bias in the workplace.
The Personal Assistant role offers a great opportunity for the right person who is looking to:
- Gain experience in the Third Sector.
- Develop their skills and management experience; or just simply 'give something back to their community'.
The role provides you with flexibility and autonomy at work. Where necessary, specific training will also be provided to help you develop and grow your skill set.
Main Responsibilities
- Managing organisation of meetings and appointment
- Organising events and conferences
- Managing databases
- Implementing and maintaining procedures and administrative systems
- Liaising with staff
- Miscellaneous tasks to support the team.
General tasks
- Contribute to staff meetings and other internal meetings with views and suggestions etc.
Essential:
- You will need to have good written skills.
- Well-organised, proactive, and able to deliver tasks efficiently.
- Good time management
- To show professionalism at all levels and in all environments
- Strong team player
- Ability to work independently and ask for clarification when needed.
- Able to participate at least 12 hours a week (2 days, 6 hours each day)
Desirable
- Committed to working with the community with a passion for helping others less fortunate.
- Proficiency in Microsoft and Excel.
The Professional Development Programme with Quilombo UK runs over a period of 16 weeks, is UNPAID and requires a minimum of 12 hours of commitment per week across Monday, Wednesday and/or Friday.
Upon successful application, our HR team will contact you to arrange an interview. Following a successful interview, we'll initiate the onboarding process by sending you the necessary documents. Once your onboarding and identification documents are received and verified, you'll be invited to a 6-hour HR and System Induction. Subsequently, you'll meet with your Head of Department or Assistant Manager for your First Day.
Job Types: Part-time, Volunteer
Expected hours: No less than 12 per week
Benefits: Work from home
Schedule:
- Day shift
- Monday to Friday
Work Location: Remote
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JOIN us at Unlock YOUR Potential!
Are you passionate about making a difference in the lives of those from disadvantaged backgrounds? We are a brand new start-up social mobility charity in London, dedicated to helping individuals from low-income backgrounds improve their employability, health and well-being, life skills, and personal development. We will offer both one-to-one and group sessions, face-to-face and virtually.
We are seeking VOLUNTEERS for our brand new startup social mobility charity, especially in the following roles;
- TRUSTEES: Experienced people who can provide strategic direction and governance for our charity. You will support our Founder and CEO, as well as the TEAM providing support and helping to make Unlock YOUR Potential a huge success.
- VOLUNTEER COORDINATORS: To coordinate our volunteering programmes, including the recruitment and selection of volunteers, their training and keeping them fully engaged and motivated throughout their time with us.
- PROGRAMME VOLUNTEERS: To help run specific programmes within our charity, especially in the areas of Employability and Enterprise, Health and Well-being, Life Skills and Personal Development (including Mentoring).
- FUNDRAISING VOLUNTEERS: To play a vital part in our fundraising efforts to generate much needed income for Unlock YOUR Potential, weather through fundraising events, reaching out to potential donors and supporters, creating fundraising campaigns, crowd funding or writing grant applications or proposal that will help us kickstart our charity across London and beyond.
- MARKETING AND SOCIAL MEDIA VOLUNTEERS: To help us raise awareness about Unlock YOUR Potential, creating a strong online presence and creating social media content and digital marketing, as well as the overall marketing and communications of Unlock YOUR Potential, helping us to expand our reach and help get us recognised across London and beyond.
- ADMINISTRATIVE VOLUNTEERS: To help us with paperwork, managing emails, dealing with correspondence, scheduling meetings, taking notes and writing meeting minutes and reports and other essential administrative tasks that help us to run Unlock YOUR Potential smoothly
What We Offer:
- Experience: Gain valuable experience in the non-profit sector, especially a new startup social mobility charity.
- Impact: Make a tangible difference in the lives of individuals from disadvantaged backgrounds. Changing lives!
- Growth: Be part of a dynamic team and help shape the future of our charity, while also developing your own skills and experience.
Requirements:
- Passion: A strong desire to help others and make a positive impact with a strong passion for our cause.
- Skills: Excellent organisational, communication, people and leadership skills.
- Experience: Previous experience in these role is desired but not essential (passion and dedication is more important).
- Commitment: Ability to commit time and energy to these important roles.
How to Apply:
If you are ready to make a difference and join us on this exciting journey, please send your CV.
Join us and help unlock the potential of individuals from disadvantaged backgrounds!
Unlock YOUR Potential
- BREAKING BARRIERS
- UNLOCKING POTENTIAL
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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Are you detail-oriented and committed to ensuring smooth volunteer onboarding processes? The International Humanity Foundation (IHF) is looking for dedicated volunteers to help manage and verify our Memoranda of Understanding (MOUs) with new volunteers.
Role: MOU Volunteer (Part-Time)
Responsibilities:
- Verify that volunteers receive the correct MOU during their application process.
- Ensure all volunteers have signed the MOU upon joining.
- Maintain an organized database of signed MOUs.
- Coordinate with the HR team to address any discrepancies or issues.
- Provide regular updates and reports on the status of MOUs.
Requirements:
- Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.
- Excellent communication abilities.
- Experience with document management is a plus.
- Ability to work independently and reliably.
- Commitment to IHF’s mission and values.
- Ability to dedicate a few hours per week to this volunteer role.
What We Offer:
- An opportunity to support global education and humanitarian efforts.
- Experience in managing and verifying formal agreements.
- Personal and professional growth opportunities.
- A supportive and collaborative team environment.
Join us in ensuring that all volunteers are properly onboarded and aligned with our mission!
We look forward to welcoming you to our team!
Together, we can achieve great things.
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Unleash Your Passion, Volunteer Online with IHF!
Make a difference from anywhere in the world: Join the International Humanity Foundation (IHF) and help us empower marginalized children and communities. We offer flexible online volunteering opportunities in four exciting divisions:
A. Human Resources (HR): Master essential HR skills while supporting our global team. Assist with applications, interviews, calendars, and more.
B. Finance: Gain valuable financial experience while managing funds responsibly. Help us track donations, process grants, and ensure financial stability.
C. Education & Administration: Make a lasting impact on children's lives. Develop curricula, mentor youth, and contribute to various educational projects.
D. Media & PR: Share our stories and amplify our impact. Use your talents in media, graphics, translation, or writing to connect with the world.
Benefits:
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Make a real difference: Contribute to a meaningful cause and change lives.
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Gain valuable skills: Enhance your knowledge and develop new abilities.
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Connect with a global community: Collaborate with passionate volunteers from diverse backgrounds.
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Flexible and rewarding: Volunteer from the comfort of your home on your own schedule.
No matter your experience, you can make a contribution! We welcome individuals with various skills and levels of expertise.
Together, let's create a brighter future for all!
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Children of Voices is a hugely respected charitable organisation helping to improve the lives of young people and their families through genuine care, love, and support.
We are currently seeking a volunteer Personal Assistant/Office Manager. This role is ideal for an individual with experience as a P.A./Manager looking to work within the charity sector.
Responsibilities typically include:
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Acting as a first point of contact for enquiries: (email/calendar management and phone calls, managing diaries
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Typing, compiling, and preparing reports, presentations, and correspondence.
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Miscellaneous tasks to support the CEO which will vary according to projects and tasks but could include fundraising, event planning, social media, community outreach, press & PR.
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Managing databases and filing systems.
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Implementing and maintaining procedures/policies & administrative systems
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Forming a relationship with our clients as they are part of the community.
Essential skills for this role are:
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Organization skills: The ability to prioritize tasks, manage time, and keep track of deadlines is crucial.
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Communication skills: should be able to communicate effectively in writing.
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Attention to detail: the ability to pick up on small details can prevent costly mistakes from occurring.
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Problem-solving skills: the ability to identify and resolve problems quickly and efficiently.
This is an exciting opportunity to contribute to a worthy cause. The organisation has a warm and friendly atmosphere and will be extremely rewarding for the candidate.
Prior to submitting your application for this position, we suggest you visit our website to gain a better understanding of our organisation and our mission.
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About Caspari Foundation:
Caspari Foundation is the UK’s only provider of educational psychotherapy in schools, and the UK’s leading trainer in this field. It offers a safe way for children to explore and make sense of experiences that may be blocking their development. The aim is to help them to learn about themselves, improve their relationships with peers and staff, and gain confidence. Together, this enables them to experience the joy of learning. Caspari Foundation is forward thinking, progressive and fully committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI).
What will you be doing:
We are looking for a new Trustee to act as Company Secretary. This role is for someone who is organised and methodical, with an eye for detail. They will take minutes at Subgroups and Board meetings and be responsible for the completion of the official returns to Companies House. This Trustee will also participate fully in Board meetings and play an important part in in ensuring the effective governance of the organisation by supporting the Board of Trustees in fulfilling their legal, regulatory and fiduciary responsibilities.
What are we looking for:
We need someone who has excellent written, communication, administrative and organisational skills and who can produce concise and relevant minutes of meetings, as well as dealing with official board correspondence. The role is also responsible for ensuring the Board of Trustees complies with the relevant charity and company regulations so must have an awareness of these, or the ability to learn. An understanding of the charitable and voluntary sector and its governance will be an advantage, as well as an empathy for the aims and objectives of Caspari Foundation.
What difference will you make:
This position is vital for the Board of Trustees' effectiveness in guiding the organisation. Joining Caspari Foundation allows you to shape its future and uphold governance standards. Becoming a Trustee offers a rewarding opportunity in the charity sector, providing valuable personal and professional skills for work and life.
Responsibilities of a trustee:
- Being responsible for directing the affairs of the charity
- Ensuring the charity is solvent and well-run
- Ensuring the charity delivers the charitable outcomes for the benefit of the public for which it has been set up
- Ensuring the charity complies with charity law, its own governing document, and other relevant legislation
- To consider the vision of the organisation as a whole and its beneficiaries ensuring that all the charity’s activities come within its charitable objects
- To set overall strategy and policy objectives and be mindful of them at all times
- Be an active member of the Board of Trustees in exercising its responsibilities and functions
Additional duties as Company Secretary:
Compliance and Governance
- To work with the Chair to ensure the Board of Trustees complies with the relevant charity and company regulations
- To deal with official board correspondence
- Ensure that Company Law, Charity Law and regulatory requirements of reporting and public accountability are compiled with
- Acting as custodian of the constitution (articles of association and the memorandum of association), in liaison with the Trustees, reviewing its appropriateness and monitoring that the Charity's activities reflect the objects set out in the governing document
Support to Trustees
- To oversee the induction of new Trustees into the charity, including the undertaking of the Disclosure and Barring check (DBS)
- To fulfil such other duties as may be required from time to time by the Board of Trustees
Meetings and Annual General Meeting (AGM)
- Liaise with the Chair to organise the AGM in accordance with the organisation’s governing documents, including the preparation and distribution of necessary reports and documentation
- Ensure that proper notice is given, and all necessary legal requirements are fulfilled for the AGM
- To take concise and relevant minutes of meetings subgroup and board meetings, sending them to the board in a timely manner
Person Specification - Essential
- Proven experience in a company secretary, governance, or administrative role, ideally within a non-profit or charity setting
- Be a Director of the company (limited by guarantee) Please check that you fulfil the conditions on the UK government website
- Be willing to provide data required to be added to the Charity Commission website, Companies House website and the Financial Conduct Authority Register – your name only will be visible to the public.
- Have a Disclosure and Barring Service check for Caspari Foundation (DBS check are not currently portable unless you have joined the update service)
- Regularly attend Full Board meetings (currently every 3 months)
- Be confident about our purpose and work and be an ambassador for Caspari Foundation
- Excellent organisation and communication skills
- Integrity, strategic vision and good/independent judgement
- A willingness to devote the necessary time and effort to their duties as Trustee – Company Secretary. Subgroups are held quarterly
- Ability to take decisions for the good of the organisation
- Willingness to speak one's mind and listen to the views of other
- Ability to work effectively as a member of a team
- Understanding of the legal responsibilities and liabilities of a Trustee
Time Commitment:
- Four meetings a year Four meetings a year (one per quarter, dates agreed with trustees)
- Further ad hoc (up to three) meetings a year to support the charity’s running and decision-making process
Term Length: Successful applicants will sign up to a (renewable) three-year term
To apply for the role, please send your CV and cover letter outlining your relevant skills and experience.
Helping every child to experience the joy of learning.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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Shannon Trust Volunteer Network - Community Reading and Numeracy Coach
Do you want to join an organisation committed to addressing low literacy and numeracy?
Volunteers are essential to Shannon Trust and bring their energy, ideas and skills to train mentors in prisons, support learners in the community and enhance our business support team.
We are looking for a volunteer to provide one-to-one reading and numeracy support to learners in the community.
Shannon Trust’s vision is of a future where everyone can experience the positive impact of learning. As a community reading and numeracy coach your role will be at the heart of our organisation as you support our learners in the community. This will include providing one-to-one support to learners to help them to improve their reading and numeracy through the delivery of Turning Pages and Count Me In sessions, as well as supporting the development of our programme within partner services. You may be volunteering one-to-one with learners, or as part of a small team with other volunteers/ staff.
Volunteer benefits include: induction training and ongoing training, support and development in the role, flexible working, recognition for your contribution and reimbursement of expenses where applicable.
The biggest benefit though is our culture – our people really want to be a part of the organisation.
We welcome volunteer applications from people with lived experience of the criminal justice system and do not routinely ask for details of any criminal convictions.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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Parkinson’s changes lives. From the day of diagnosis, people with Parkinson’s and their loved ones need to know we’re by their side. If you're enthusiastic about making activities available to people affected by Parkinson's then this role is for you!
Activity groups are run by volunteers and offer friendship and support in the form of activities for local people affected by Parkinson's. In Worcestershire, we offer a range of activities to give people affected by Parkinson's a more flexible opportunity of taking part in things that will help them feel in control.
We are looking for someone who is confident with using a range of social media platforms to help us to reach more people in the local community who could benefit from our activities. We are always trying to do more and your help could support us to find new volunteers , too!
You'll have a chance to use and develop your administrative, leadership and communication skills, supported by local staff and other volunteers, to showcase our programme of activities appropriately. The role is flexible and can be adapted to fit around your commitments.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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Could you raise SSAFA’s profile in your local area? You just need patience and the ability to get on with a wide range of people and age groups, some basic I.T skills and good written and spoken English. If you think this could be he role for you, we’d love to hear from you.
What is a Publicity Coordinator?
Publicity Coordinators work with other branch volunteers to develop a Publicity Plan to raise awareness of SSAFA that reaches potential beneficiaries, volunteers, and funders.
Why do we need you?
We’ve been supporting the Armed Forces community since 1885. Our beneficiaries come from all walks of life and may have served in WW2 or in a more recent conflict like the Falklands or Afghanistan. We’d love the general public to understand what we do and how they can help us. We need to recruit volunteers that reflect our local communities and raise money to fund our work. Could you spare a few hours a week to help us raise awareness?
There are SSAFA branches throughout the UK and overseas who support local volunteers to deliver services to veterans, serving personnel and their families. Some branches are divided into smaller divisions to ensure the best local service delivery. Each branch has a team of volunteer caseworkers, support volunteers, executive roles, and fundraisers.
When would you be needed and where would you be based?
This role is about building awareness so beneficiaries know who we are and how they can benefit from and access support, promoting volunteer opportunities and encourage people to raise finds and celebrate success. This means that on occasions, you might need to be present at events. As part of your local branch, you might have access to an office, but you can conduct the administration part of this role form home.
What would you be doing?
- Working with other branch volunteers to develop a publicity plan.
- Publicising SSAFA events.
- Work with Marketing/PR staff at central office to develop case studies of clients and volunteers and ensure that SSAFA branding and messaging are consistent.
- Develop and maintain networks with local press, TV and radio outlets through providing press releases, interviews, case studies etc.
- Working with the Digital Team at Central Office to develop and maintain a local on-line presence for the branch via a website and social media channels.
- Keeping a stock of SSAFA publicity materials and distributing them
- Liaising with PR staff at central office or on-call in the event of a PR/press situation.
- Supporting local and national campaigns to recruit new volunteers.
- Being a positive ambassador for SSAFA including all sections of the community in awareness raising
- Adhering to SSAFAs policies and procedures at all times, including safeguarding, volunteering policy, equality, diversity and inclusion, health and safety, data protection and confidentiality.
The remit of this role may change over the next 12-18 months depending on the outcome of a trial currently being undertaken.
What can you gain from this volunteering role?
- Use your skills, knowledge and life experience to benefit others.
- Support from your local SSAFA branch and the wider SSAFA community
- Experience, training and skills that you can highlight on your CV and in job interviews.
- Better physical and mental health – studies show that volunteers live longer and experience lower levels of stress and depression!
What training and support would you receive?
- Role specific training to prepare you for your voluntary role - communication and marketing workshops.
- Mandatory on-line training modules to complete at home, so you are up to date on how to keep clients, their families safe and personal information safe.
- Access to a range additional e-learning courses as well as local opportunities for your personal and professional development.
- Local induction including assigning a person from the team who will be your main point of contact.
- Range of support from central and regional volunteer operations team as well as Marketing and Communication Teams based at our central office.
- Reimbursement of out-of-pocket expenses
- Volunteers will be covered by SSAFAs Public Liability Insurance whilst carrying out the role.
What are we looking for?
- Friendly and approachable people with good communication skills
- Good written and spoken English.
- Confident to deal with the public, potential clients, volunteers, other agencies and SSAFA colleagues – face-to-face, by phone, email or via social media
- Ability to send and receive emails – you will receive your own SSAFA email address.
- Reliable attitude
- Ability to maintain confidentiality and keep information safely in line with SSADA policies.
- Access to public transport or a car to get to meetings and events.
We welcome volunteers of all backgrounds, abilities, races, sexual orientations, socio-economic backgrounds, and of all faiths and none. SSAFA are committed to making reasonable adjustments to support volunteers with disabilities, so they have access to the same opportunities and experiences as volunteers who do not.
Minimum Age: 18
Safer Recruitment: SSAFA undertakes a systematic approach and utmost care at every step of the process of volunteer recruitment, selection, and retention to ensure that those recruited are suitable and appropriate. Measures taken at points along this journey work together to make volunteering at SSAFA a positive and safe experience.
References Required: Yes. We will ask for two character references, this can be a former employer or someone that know you well (other than a relative).
Is a criminal record check required? No
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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About Providence Row
At Providence Row, our vision is that everyone has a safe home and a community in which to belong. In order to achieve this, we want to support and accompany people who are homeless or at risk of homelessness on their journey to recovery, especially those who are most vulnerable and least likely to access services elsewhere.
We work with around 1,200 homeless and vulnerably housed people a year in London, offering an integrated service of crisis support, advice, recovery, learning and training programmes. Central to our work are our core values of Compassion, Respect, Inclusiveness, Empowerment and Justice. These inform the content, style and delivery of all our service
The Role
Based at our day Centre , you would be part of a team of volunteers that welcome people who are struggling with homelessness, are vulnerably housed or require support in addressing their substance misuse issues. The team assist the Welcome Area Coordinator in ensuring the smooth operation of the centre, enabling our other departments to remain effective in supporting the people we work with.
This is an ideal role for warm, friendly people with excellent communication skills who would like to make a difference and support our service users who are facing a challenge in their lives. Ongoing training and support is offered to our volunteers to enhance their skills and experience.
We are looking for dedicated volunteers to better assist our service users with their needs.
- Travel expenses paid
- Free brekafast of lunch
- Certificate of volunteering
Tell us a little bit about yourself and why you would like to volunteer with us
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Would you like to coordinate the local SSAFA service in your area? Do you enjoy working as part of a team? You don’t need a military background, just good communication and I.T. skills. If so, this could be the role for you!
What is a Divisional Secretary?
The is a key role involving administration and coordinating people. As the first point of contact for the division you will play a key part in promoting SSAFA locally, matching clients to volunteer caseworkers and supporting volunteers to get the best outcomes for their clients.
Why do we need you?
We’ve been supporting the Armed Forces community since 1885. Our clients come from all backgrounds and age groups and may have served in WW2 or in a more recent conflict like the Falklands or Afghanistan.
There are SSAFA branches throughout the UK and overseas who support local volunteers to deliver services to veterans, serving personnel and their families. Some branches are divided into smaller divisions to ensure the best local service delivery. Each branch has a team of volunteer caseworkers, support volunteers, executive roles, and fundraisers.
We aim to provide financial, practical, and emotional support when it’s needed most. More people than ever before are coming to us for help, and you will be one of the people contacting new clients and getting them the support, they need.
When would you be needed and where would you be based?
This role is about coordination and administration. As part of your local branch, you might have access to an office, but many volunteers are based at home. The role would suit someone looking to offer a regular time commitment each week.
What would you be doing?
- Acting as the first point of contact for SSAFA in the local area
- Taking enquiries from potential clients and potential volunteers
- Matching new clients to available caseworkers
- Supporting caseworkers, particularly new volunteers
- Working with the local publicity officer to promote SSAFA locally.
- Providing reports to the local SSAFA branch and to SSAFA’s Central Office
- Maintaining accurate records on our on-line case management system
- Coordinating SSAFA Visitors and Helpers (if applicable)
- Organising local meetings to keep all volunteers up to date with the latest training and information.
- Being a positive ambassador for SSAFA remembering that anyone you meet could be a potential client, volunteer or fundraiser.
- Volunteering within the standards and values of SSAFA including observing our policies such as the Volunteering policy and data protection policy (these will be covered in your training and local induction.)
The remit of this role may change over the next 12-18 months depending on the outcome of a trial currently being undertaken.
What can you gain from this volunteering role?
- Experience of holding a key local role with oversight of all SSAFA activity in the local area
- Use your skills, knowledge, and life experience to benefit others.
- Support and friendship from your local SSAFA branch and the wider SSAFA community
- Experience, training, and skills that you can highlight on your CV and in job interviews.
- Better physical and mental health – studies show that volunteers live longer and experience lower levels of stress and depression!
What training and support would you receive?
- Role specific training to prepare you for your voluntary role – confidentiality and boundaries, personal safety, caseworker course, caseworker IT system training, volunteer management – case management and quality. The caseworker course takes 3 days and please allow a further day for the other training.
- Mandatory on-line training modules to complete at home, so you are up to date on how to keep clients, their families safe and personal information safe.
- Access to a range of e-learning courses
- Local induction
- Support from the branch secretary.
- Access to the Welfare Team and Volunteer Support Team based at our central office.
- Reimbursement of out-of-pocket expenses
- Volunteers will be covered by SSAFAs Public Liability Insurance whilst carrying out the role.
What are we looking for?
- Friendly and approachable people with some experience of coordinating people and admin
- Good written and spoken English.
- Ability to be respectful and non-judgemental with clients, their family, other agencies and SSAFA colleagues.
- Ability to send and receive emails – you will receive your own SSAFA email address.
- Ability to coordinate a team of people volunteering.
- Willingness to use our on-line case management system (this is covered in the training course)
- Ability to keep within boundaries of the role with regards to reporting any safety concerns etc
- Reliable attitude, contact clients and volunteers promptly, keep appointments etc.
- Ability to maintain confidentiality and keep information safely.
- Access to public transport or a car to travel to meetings, events etc.
We welcome volunteers of all backgrounds, abilities, races, sexual orientations, socio-economic backgrounds, and of all faiths and none. SSAFA are committed to making reasonable adjustments to support volunteers with disabilities, so they have access to the same opportunities and experiences as volunteers who do not.
Minimum Age: 18
Safer Recruitment: SSAFA undertakes a systematic approach and utmost care at every step of the process of volunteer recruitment, selection, and retention to ensure that those recruited are suitable and appropriate. Measures taken at points along this journey work together to make volunteering at SSAFA a positive and safe experience.
References Required: Yes. We will ask for two character references, this can be a former employer or someone that know you well (other than a relative)
Is a criminal record check required? No*
*Where volunteers are both divisional secretaries and caseworkers a disclosure check will be required.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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The Dementia Wellbeing Service provides practical and emotional support to help older people live independently and safely at home for as long as possible, stay socially engaged, and carry on doing what they love. The service supports Camden residents over the age of 55 in the early or moderate stages of dementia. The coordinator works with the client, their family, or carers to produce a personalised wellbeing plan.
Staff and volunteers for this service are located at our Henderson Court Hub in Hampstead.
What does the role involve?
Volunteers assist the Dementia Services Manager with all administrative aspects of delivering the services including communicating with people referred to the service.
What will you get out of it?
- You'll be making a difference to the lives of older people.
- You'll gain knowledge and insight into issues that impact on older people’s lives.
- You'll have an opportunity to build confidence and skills in engaging with people.
- You'll gain administrative experience such as updating databases, dealing with correspondence and dealing with enquiries.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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This organisation is scheduling interviews as applications come in. They're ready to hire as soon as they find the right person. Don't miss your opportunity, apply now!
Could you raise SSAFA’s profile in your local area? You just need patience and the ability to get on with a wide range of people and age groups, some basic I.T skills and good written and spoken English. If you think this could be he role for you, we’d love to hear from you.
What is a Publicity Coordinator?
Publicity Coordinators work with other branch volunteers to develop a Publicity Plan to raise awareness of SSAFA that reaches potential beneficiaries, volunteers, and funders.
Why do we need you?
We’ve been supporting the Armed Forces community since 1885. Our beneficiaries come from all walks of life and may have served in WW2 or in a more recent conflict like the Falklands or Afghanistan. We’d love the general public to understand what we do and how they can help us. We need to recruit volunteers that reflect our local communities and raise money to fund our work. Could you spare a few hours a week to help us raise awareness?
There are SSAFA branches throughout the UK and overseas who support local volunteers to deliver services to veterans, serving personnel and their families. Some branches are divided into smaller divisions to ensure the best local service delivery. Each branch has a team of volunteer caseworkers, support volunteers, executive roles, and fundraisers.
When would you be needed and where would you be based?
This role is about building awareness so beneficiaries know who we are and how they can benefit from and access support, promoting volunteer opportunities and encourage people to raise finds and celebrate success. This means that on occasions, you might need to be present at events. As part of your local branch, you might have access to an office, but you can conduct the administration part of this role form home.
What would you be doing?
- Working with other branch volunteers to develop a publicity plan.
- Publicising SSAFA events.
- Work with Marketing/PR staff at central office to develop case studies of clients and volunteers and ensure that SSAFA branding and messaging are consistent.
- Develop and maintain networks with local press, TV and radio outlets through providing press releases, interviews, case studies etc.
- Working with the Digital Team at Central Office to develop and maintain a local on-line presence for the branch via a website and social media channels.
- Keeping a stock of SSAFA publicity materials and distributing them
- Liaising with PR staff at central office or on-call in the event of a PR/press situation.
- Supporting local and national campaigns to recruit new volunteers.
- Being a positive ambassador for SSAFA including all sections of the community in awareness raising
- Adhering to SSAFAs policies and procedures at all times, including safeguarding, volunteering policy, equality, diversity and inclusion, health and safety, data protection and confidentiality.
The remit of this role may change over the next 12-18 months depending on the outcome of a trial currently being undertaken.
What can you gain from this volunteering role?
- Use your skills, knowledge and life experience to benefit others.
- Support from your local SSAFA branch and the wider SSAFA community
- Experience, training and skills that you can highlight on your CV and in job interviews.
- Better physical and mental health – studies show that volunteers live longer and experience lower levels of stress and depression!
What training and support would you receive?
- Role specific training to prepare you for your voluntary role - communication and marketing workshops.
- Mandatory on-line training modules to complete at home, so you are up to date on how to keep clients, their families safe and personal information safe.
- Access to a range additional e-learning courses as well as local opportunities for your personal and professional development.
- Local induction including assigning a person from the team who will be your main point of contact.
- Range of support from central and regional volunteer operations team as well as Marketing and Communication Teams based at our central office.
- Reimbursement of out-of-pocket expenses
- Volunteers will be covered by SSAFAs Public Liability Insurance whilst carrying out the role.
What are we looking for?
- Friendly and approachable people with good communication skills
- Good written and spoken English.
- Confident to deal with the public, potential clients, volunteers, other agencies and SSAFA colleagues – face-to-face, by phone, email or via social media
- Ability to send and receive emails – you will receive your own SSAFA email address.
- Reliable attitude
- Ability to maintain confidentiality and keep information safely in line with SSADA policies.
- Access to public transport or a car to get to meetings and events.
We welcome volunteers of all backgrounds, abilities, races, sexual orientations, socio-economic backgrounds, and of all faiths and none. SSAFA are committed to making reasonable adjustments to support volunteers with disabilities, so they have access to the same opportunities and experiences as volunteers who do not.
Minimum Age: 18
Safer Recruitment: SSAFA undertakes a systematic approach and utmost care at every step of the process of volunteer recruitment, selection, and retention to ensure that those recruited are suitable and appropriate. Measures taken at points along this journey work together to make volunteering at SSAFA a positive and safe experience.
References Required: Yes. We will ask for two character references, this can be a former employer or someone that know you well (other than a relative).
Is a criminal record check required? No
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.