Administration Volunteer Roles in Hammersmith, Greater London
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As a Social Media Volunteer with Home-Start Camden and Islington, you will support our communications efforts by creating and managing engaging social media content. You will collaborate with the Operations Manager and the existing Social Media Volunteer to enhance our presence across platforms like Instagram, Twitter, Facebook, and LinkedIn. This role is key to increasing awareness of our charity and engaging with our local community, funders, and supporters.
Skills Description
- Understanding of social media best practices for engagement (e.g., posting times, captions)
- Creativity and experience with Canva for content design
- Strong communication skills for writing engaging posts and comments
- Awareness of social media trends and an eagerness to learn more
- Interest in charity communications and supporting families in crisis
- Proactive and enthusiastic about taking ownership of social media projects
What’s in it for You?
- Gain hands-on experience in charity communications and social media management
- Develop skills in content creation, strategy, and engagement analysis
- Work in a friendly, supportive environment with ongoing guidance
- Contribute to a meaningful cause by helping raise awareness for families in crisis
- Build connections within the charity sector and develop relationships with key stakeholders, influencers, and organizations
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DIGITAL FUNDRAISING ASSISTANT
You will be mentored by our Fundraising Manager.
Main purpose of role:
To support the Fundraising Manager with all aspects of fundraising, with a particular focus on donor stewardship, and small grants/trusts/community fundraising.
The role will be hands on and has the potential for you to learn and develop a variety of fundraising skills.
Responsibilities and key tasks:
• To research and draft applications to small grants and trust.
• Proactively use the fundraising database to develop and manage supporters and ensure all activities are recorded accurately and in line with GDPR
• To assist the Fundraising Manager/Treasurer with the reconciliation of our income and financial processes.
• To assist the Fundraising Manager with the planning and collation of the annual and biannual major funders monitoring reports requests.
• General fundraising/administration duties, as and when required
• This role is expected to meet the minimum financial target per year.
Knowledge, Skills and Attributes
Essential
Excellent written and oral communication skills. Ability to work independently and a strong team player. Strong relationship building and interpersonal skills and the ability to deal with a diverse range of people. Ability to deal with information in a confidential manner. Highly organised with ability to prioritise a varied and demanding workload. Confident IT skills including Microsoft Office. Desirable. Project management skills. Experience working in a voluntary sector preferrable but not essential.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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Are you passionate about making a difference in the charity sector? Do you have a knack for research and a keen interest in Major Gifts? Do you excel at research and have an interest in cultivating relationships with corporates, major donors or trusts and foundations?
We have an exciting opportunity for you!
About Us:
Rays of Sunshine is dedicated to brightening the lives of seriously ill young people and their families by granting wishes and providing ongoing support in hospital and within the community. We are seeking a motivated volunteer to support our major gifts team by conducting research and helping to build our partnerships pipeline.
Responsibilities:
- Conducting research on potential corporate partners, major donors and trusts and foundations
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Analysing industry trends and identifying partnership and philanthropic opportunities
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Supporting the team with administrative tasks as needed
What You’ll Gain✅:
- Hands-on experience in the charity sector
- Insight into corporate partnership and major gift strategies
- Networking opportunities with industry professionals
- A chance to contribute to meaningful projects
Ideal Candidate♂️♀️ :
- Strong research and analytical skills
- Excellent written and verbal communication
- Detail-oriented and organised
- Passionate about our mission and eager to learn
: If you’re ready to make a difference and gain valuable experience Please do reach out
We brighten the lives of seriously ill children across the UK by granting wishes and providing ongoing support in hospitals and within the community
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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Our trustees play a vital role in making sure that Confident Conversations achieves its core purpose: to help parents in hospital become partners in their child’s care. Trustees oversee the overall management and administration of the charity. They also ensure that Confident Conversations has a clear strategy and that our work and goals are in line with our vision. Just as importantly, they support and challenge the executive team to enable Confident Conversations to grow and thrive and so support more parents and carers in hospital.
Duties
This is currently a virtual role. All meetings are held virtually (online). Trustees need access to a computer, smartphone or tablet with internet access.
- Support and provide advice on Confident Conversation’s purpose, vision, goals and activities.
- Approve operational strategies and policies, and monitor and evaluate their implementation.
- Oversee Confident Conversation’s financial plans and budgets and monitor and evaluate progress; and review and approve Confident Conversations’s financial statements.
- Ensure the effective and efficient administration of the organisation.
- Ensure that key risks are being identified, monitored and controlled effectively.
- Provide support and challenge to Confident Conversations’s Director in the exercise of their delegated authority and affairs.
- Keep abreast of changes in Confident Conversations’s operating environment.
- Contribute to regular reviews of Confident Conversations’s own governance. Attend Board meetings, adequately prepared to contribute to discussions.
- Use independent judgement, acting legally and in good faith to promote and protect Confident Conversations’s interests, to the exclusion of their own personal and/or any third party interests.
- Contribute to the broader promotion of Confident Conversations’s objects, aims and reputation by applying your skills, expertise, knowledge and contacts.
What we are looking for
We are looking for someone willing to bring energy, enthusiasm and commitment to the role of trustee, and who will broaden the diversity of thinking and experience on our Board. You do not need previous experience of being a trustee – we will provide a full induction and training.
However, you should have experience of advocating for a patient in hospital who cannot effectively advocate for themselves. This includes parents and carers with lived experience of advocating for their child, and medical professionals (doctors, nurses, other medical specialists) who work in paediatrics.
Legally, trustees must be at least 16 years old. We do not accept applications from anyone who is currently disqualified from acting as a charity trustee.
Personal skills and qualities
- Willingness and ability to understand and accept their responsibilities and liabilities as trustees and to act in the best interests of the organisation.
- Ability to think creatively and strategically, exercise good, independent judgement and work effectively as a board member.
- Effective communication skills and willingness to participate actively in discussion.
- A strong personal commitment to equity, diversity and inclusion.
- Enthusiasm for our vision and mission.
- Willingness to lead according to our values. All our work, including our interactions with each other, stakeholders and those we support, is guided by the following principles:
- Kindness in our approach to our work and ourselves.
- Differences are our strength. Difference of experience and thought is vital to our success.
- Confidence in engaging with, and challenging, our work at all levels. We must be welcoming and supportive to ensure this happens.
- Commitment to Nolan’s seven principles of public life: selflessness, integrity, objectivity, accountability, openness, honesty and leadership.
Terms of appointment
Board members have a collective responsibility. This means that trustees always act as a group and not as individuals.
Terms of office
- Trustees are appointed for a three year term of office.
- This is a voluntary position, but reasonable expenses are reimbursed.
Time commitment
- Attending four one-hour Board meetings annually. Meetings are currently held virtually.
- Reading papers and preparing for Board meetings. Papers are circulated at least one week before every meeting. They are usually around two pages of A4 per paper, and meetings have, on average, four papers.
- There may be times when the trustees will need to be actively involved beyond Board meetings. This can involve scrutinising papers circulated by email, leading discussions, focusing on key issues, providing advice and guidance on new initiatives, presenting externally, or other issues in which the trustee has special expertise.
To apply, please email Lydia Strachan, Director, attaching your CV and a paragraph on why you feel you are suited to the role.
This role is advertised as part of TPP's Free Giving Back Services. This volunteer advertisement copy has been supplied to TPP and applicants apply direct to the organisation. Please contact the organisation directly if you have any questions about this volunteer role.
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Volunteer Fundraising Events Helper
Thank you for your interest to become a Fundraising Volunteer at Cats Protection!
Cats Protection is the UK’s leading feline welfare charity and our vision is a world where every cat is treated with kindness and an understanding of its needs.
Cats are at the centre of everything we do and our objectives are: homing, neutering and educating people about cats and their care.
We help thousands of cats across the UK each year thanks to our network of dedicated volunteers, employees and supporters.
A bit about the role
As a charity we can continue to help cats and kittens in need thanks to the donations we receive at fundraising events from generous members of the public. Our Fundraising Event Helpers have the exciting and varied role of helping at local fundraising events - such as cakes sales, barn dances, quiz nights – and everything in between!
What can you expect to be doing
● Help set up and/or man stalls at events
● Help on collection days like supermarket collections events or street collections
● Help at fundraising events such as Quiz nights, cake sales and dances
● Promoting a professional image of Cats Protection at events
What are the benefits to you and the cats?
You’ll meet new people, make new friends and be part of a dedicated team of volunteers. By being the link between members of the public and Cats Protection, the money you collect will make a significant contribution to improving the lives of cats and kittens
We’re looking for someone with
● A friendly, outgoing outlook
● An affinity with people
● Willingness to be part of a team
● A passion for feline welfare
Time expectation
This role is really flexible! You could choose to volunteer at one event for a couple of hours or attend multiple fundraising events.
We’ll keep you up to date with upcoming local events where volunteers are needed. You’ll then be able to choose which events you’d like to volunteer at and how many hours you’d like to give. However much time you can give, your contribution will help raise much needed funds to continue the work of Cats Protection.
Support, guidance and keeping you safe
At Cats Protection we believe our volunteers should be happy and confident in their roles. We provide support and guidance from our National Cat Centre and through our regional and local volunteer groups and teams. We offer engaging online and face-to-face training, expenses and have policies and processes to help volunteers get the most out of their time with us.
The well being of our people is important and at Cats Protection we are committed to safeguarding children, adults at risk and all those that we encounter as part of our activities.
Applicants will be asked to complete and application and provide details for two references
Making a better life for cats, because life is better with cats
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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ABOUT THE ROLE
We are looking for volunteers, preferably with experience of community engagement and networking, to:
· Research and develop a database of local authority websites
· Research and develop a database of other charities and support organisations, who may support individuals affected by leukodystrophy
· Request for Alex TLC to be added as a support organisation to the above resource lists
· Improve awareness of the charity and leukodystrophy within local authorities, other charities, and support organisations
· Research ways that we can improve our outreach to yet-to-reach groups within the community
This is a wonderful opportunity to develop your existing skills within a unique arena, learn about the difficulties facing those with rare disease, and give vital and tangible support to sufferers of leukodystrophy.
We need help to give hope and support to people affected by leukodystrophy – could you be that help?
ABOUT YOU
Candidates should be able to demonstrate the following:
· at least 2 years working or volunteering experience
· an interest in Alex TLC and the work that we do
· basic understanding of the complexities of leukodystrophy
· excellent written skills
· excellent communication skills
· excellent computer skills, particularly Microsoft Word and Excel
· excellent organisational and administrative skills
Alex TLC are flexible and the role can be home based or at our Peckham, London SE15 office.
Our Mission is to support anyone affected by leukodystrophy, support research, raise awareness and improve best practice within healthcare systems.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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Alex, The Leukodystrophy Charity (Alex TLC) is a small, independent rare disease charity competing for essential resources within an extremely competitive arena.
Like many other small charities, we have grown organically from an informal support group to the recognised voice for leukodystrophy patients and their families. In order to fulfil our charitable objectives we need to increase and sustain our corporate income levels.
Could you spare a few hours a week to help us?
ABOUT THE ROLE
We are looking for volunteers, preferably with corporate fundraising experience to:
• research the corporate giving landscape and the interests of potential donors
• identify potential corporate donors and partners whose corporate social responsibility (CSR) goals align with our mission and values
• approach local and national businesses in person and over the telephone to inform them of the work of Alex TLC
• keep a record of all approaches
Time Commitment
• This role is flexible and can easily fit round your other commitments.
Location of Volunteering
• Homebased
ABOUT YOU
• an interest in Alex TLC and the work that we do
• access to a computer/laptop with an internet connection, and a printer
• basic understanding of the complexities of leukodystrophy
• excellent written skills
• excellent organisational and administrative skills
Benefits to you:
• Meeting and working with new people
• The ability to volunteer around your own commitments
• Learning new skills whilst having fun!
• Adding to your CV
• Helping those affected by leukodystrophies
Unfortunately, we cannot accept applications from outside the UK.
Our Mission is to support anyone affected by leukodystrophy, support research, raise awareness and improve best practice within healthcare systems.
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Job summary: The role involves serving on the committee of WTRRP, supporting the Committee and its Chair in the overall management of the charity.
WTRRP is a registered charity (England, reg no 1162226) that exists to support people in the Watford Borough and Three Rivers District of West Hertfordshire, who do not yet have status in the UK, or who have specific needs related to their application process or welfare. Currently WTRRP has around 160 live cases (defined as a family unit or individual currently in need of our help).
WTRRP is run by a Committee, which includes several Trustees. The Committee meets typically every 2 months and also for an Annual General Meeting, but it also provides day-to-day support to our staff members (Casework Coordinator and part-time Office Manager) and to our ~80 volunteers.
The main roles of the charity are to run a drop-in session every Tuesday (at St Mary’s Church in central Watford), a social hub at the same time, and to provide financial and other assistance to its clients for their application process for leave to remain in the UK.
Principal responsibilities:
• Be part of the committee, supporting the organisation as it grows and develops.
• Support the Chair in meetings, including running occasional meetings where the Chair cannot be present
• Attend the Tuesday hub / drop-in to support both activities as required.
• Listen, encourage and empower our staff and volunteers to provide support to our clients and adapt our services according to our client needs.
• Support WTRRP’s other activities where appropriate: these include parties and sports events for our clients’ children.
• Be aware and report any safeguarding concerns immediately to WTRRP Safeguarding Lead and/or a member of the Committee.
• Represent WTRRP and work constructively as part of a WTRRP team.
Desirable:
• An understanding of immigration matters and keep abreast of safeguarding matters.
• Be able to offer 4-6 hours a week of your time.
• Attend volunteers’ and training meetings.
Skills / experience:
• Experience in management of people, especially volunteers
• Ideally, some knowledge and/or experience of immigration matters
• Ability to work as part of a team.
• Have empathy for the plight of refugees and asylum seekers
• Organisational development support as we grow and develop
if interested in this role or would like to talk further about this role for an initial chat please contact the Chair - Tim Whittaker.
Submit CV.
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Are you looking to get involved in the local community and would like to facilitate a group for people who use Hestia’s services?
There are opportunities across Hestia’s services to use your skills and talents to coordinate an activity that will bring people together, motivate and inspire people to reconnect with an old hobby or try something new for the first time. Volunteers’ provide people in our services opportunities to meet others, develop friendships and create a routine and activity to their day. Group activities could include anything from art, music, creative writing to leading a discussion and peer support group.
What you will be doing
- Work alongside staff to support people in our service or accessing one of our drop-in sessions to plan, facilitate and evaluate group activities.
- To design session plans and collaborate with people using the services to be involved in the designing and planning of the session.
- Holding conversations with people using the service, checking in on their wellbeing and providing a listening ear/friendly face.
- Encourage group members to participate in a group activity.
- Opportunities to deliver activities alongside the staff team and other volunteers.
- To assist with ad hoc and administrative tasks to support the running of the group.
The skills you need
- Knowledge and experience of working with people with varying backgrounds and needs
- Good communication skills
- Ability to provide a supportive, and inclusive atmosphere that encourages learning and participation.
- Calm and patient approach
What's in it for you
- Supporting You - You will have a dedicated volunteer supervisor to support you in your role; Quarterly volunteer forums with the central Volunteering team and volunteers across Hestia; References for job applications
- Developing You - You will gain knowledge and insight into issues that impact Domestic Abuse, Modern Slavery and Mental Health; You will have access to our extensive Learning and Development Programme; 40% of our departed volunteers secured a paid role at Hestia last year!
- Valuing You - We hold annual Volunteer Awards and Celebration events; We reimburse travel expenses and up to £5 for lunch for your volunteering; We hold social events and outings for our volunteers to get together and have some fun
We deliver services across London as well as campaign and advocate nationally on the issues that affect the people we work with.
Trustees
Overall Purpose
The Board of Trustees is responsible for the overall governance and strategic direction of the charity, developing the organisation’s aims, objectives and goals in accordance with the governing document, legal and regulatory guidelines.
Main Responsibilities
- To ensure that the charity, and its representatives, function within the legal and regulatory framework of the sector and in line with the organisations’ governing document, continually striving for best practice in governance.
- To uphold the fiduciary duty invested in the position, undertaking such duties in a way that adds to public confidence and trust in the charity.
- To take appropriate professional advice in all matters where there may be material risk to the charity, or where the Trustees may be in breach of their duties. This course of action will ensure the obligation to exercise their duty of care.
- To determine the overall direction and development of the charity through good governance and clear strategic planning.
- To avoid any personal conflict of interest.
Main Duties
- Ensuring the charity complies with legislative and regulatory requirements, and acts within the confines of its governing document and in furtherance to organisational activities contained therein.
- Acting in the best interest of the charity, beneficiaries and future beneficiaries at all times.
- Promoting and developing the charity in order for it to grow and maintain its relevance to society.
- Maintaining sound financial management of the charity’s resources, ensuring expenditure is in line with the organisation’s objects and that its investment activities meet accepted standards and policies.
- Interviewing, appointing and monitoring the work and activities of the senior paid staff.
- Ensuring the effective and efficient administration of the charity and its resources, striving for best practice in good governance.
- Acting as a counter-signatory on charity cheques and any applications for funds, if appropriate.
- To maintain confidentiality about all sensitive/confidential information received in the course of trustee’s responsibilities to the charity.
- Planning and setting trustee meetings and AGMs.
- Whilst there is no formal requirement to live in or near south London, trustees are expected to attend in-person meetings on a small number of occasions each year, including at PECAN.
Accountable to
As trustees are responsible for the governance and functioning of the charity, they are accountable in varying degrees to a variety of stakeholders, including: service-users, members, funders, the Charity Commission, and Companies House. Close attention must be given to the governing document.
Skills
Property (building management/surveying); legal; financial; fundraising; change management; and IT/digital; other applicants meeting the advertised criteria are also sought.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
British Red Cross work experience placements include a combination of office administration and work on discrete, short-term projects, depending on the person’s areas of interest and skill. Work experience typically takes place on a full-time basis for one or two weeks.
Work experience placements give an opportunity to gain experience within different departments and an insight into the work of the British Red Cross.
The British Red Cross is offering a Virtual Careers Taster week which will give you an insight into the world of work with one of the world’s biggest humanitarian organisation in the charity sector. The week will include various workshops and the opportunity to meet other staff members at the British Red Cross.
The sessions will be online via Zoom. Placement volunteers will need to have access to Zoom for the full week.
The placement will run from 28 October to 1 November 2024 from 10am to 1pm each day.
The scheme is predominantly open to young people aged 18- 25 year olds and there are 15 places available.
The week will cover the following:
- Induction to the British Red Cross: You will learn about the history of the movement, our work and fundamental principles as well as gaining First Aid skills
- Career Development Workshop: In this workshop you will learn about career opportunities, be able to develop your CV and application writing skills as well as learn interview skills.
- Digital Media: You will learn about how to keep yourself safe online and what different annotations me in the social media world.
- International Humanitarian Law: You will learn about humanitarian law and what it means in today’s society
- Networking: You will meet staff member from different teams and learn about their career journeys!
This opportunity allows young people to understand how an organisation in the charity sector operates and what the British Red Cross does and stands for.
This role will suit individuals with good communication skills, are a team player, are able to work independently and have an interest in the charity sector.
If you are interested in taking part then please complete an application on our website.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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Join our amazing volunteer team to raise awareness of the issues affecting blind and partially sighted people in relation to sport. You will give talks in person or virtually, sharing your own story to improve understanding of sight loss to sports clubs, sporting venues and facilities and community groups. You’ll be making a real difference to people living with sight loss by helping to improve accessibility and inclusivity, creating a sporting world without barriers.
What you’ll be doing
1. Talks to sports and physical activity providers to support and encourage them to consider the needs of blind and partially sighted people by sharing your story to audiences, for example, local leisure centres, sporting venues and sports clubs.
2. Delivering talks to raise awareness of existing sporting and physical activity opportunities for blind and partially sighted people.
3. Representing RNIB as an Ambassador for the Community Connection service.
What you’ll gain from the role
1. A chance to give something back in an area you are passionate about.
2. A chance to make a difference with a sense of achievement.
3. A chance to build a strong community of sports people with sight loss.
4. A chance to be part of a team of like-minded people, increasing your confidence and skills to talk to groups of people with impact, with an opportunity to develop your role into delivering independently over time.
5. Opportunity to explore different roles within our organisation including our internal recruitment vacancies
In return for donating your time we will support you with:
1. A rewarding role
2. A great Induction and Training, in particular training in public speaking and story telling will be given.
3. A supportive Manager
4. Regular catch-ups
5. Expenses
6. An opportunity to connect with other volunteers
How often will I be needed?
- 4 Hours per Month
Key requirements
- This role requires 1 reference.
Location
Region
- Scotland
Who this opportunity will suit
- This role is reserved for blind and partially sighted applicants
Minimum age
- You must be at least 18 years old to apply
What skills and experience are needed?
- You’ll ideally have 1. Lived experience in playing, spectating, or delivering sport or physical activity sessions as a blind or partially sighted person. 2. Lived experience of issues affecting blind and partially sighted people in relation to sports and physical activity. 3. Be comfortable speaking to different audiences to share your sporting story, or a willingness to try with our support. 4. Have effective communication skills. 5. An outgoing friendly approach to meeting new people
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About Us:
Children with Voices is a dedicated charity based in Hackney, London. Our mission is to support and empower children and young people through a range of community-focused programmes and initiatives. We strive to create a nurturing environment where every child has the opportunity to thrive and reach their full potential.
Job Description:
We are seeking a motivated and experienced HR Officer to join our team. The HR Officer will play a crucial role in ensuring the smooth operation of all HR functions within the charity. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in human resources, excellent organisational skills, and a passion for supporting a dynamic team dedicated to making a difference in the lives of children and young people.
Key Responsibilities:
- Recruitment and Onboarding:
- Manage the end-to-end recruitment process, including job postings, candidate screening, interviews, and selection.
- Coordinate the onboarding process for new employees, ensuring a smooth transition and positive induction experience.
- Compliance and Record Keeping:
- Ensure compliance with all relevant employment laws and regulations.
General HR administration including using Monday
- Maintain accurate and up-to-date employee records and HR databases.
- Policy Development and Implementation:
Qualifications and Experience:
- Proven experience in an HR Officer role or similar position.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
- Ability to handle sensitive information with confidentiality and professionalism.
- Proficiency in HR software and Microsoft Office Suite and Monday
- CIPD qualification or equivalent is desirable.
Personal Attributes:
- Passion for working within the charity sector and supporting the welfare of children and young people.
- Proactive and self-motivated with the ability to work independently and as part of a team.
How to Apply:
If you are enthusiastic about making a positive impact and possess the required skills and experience, we would love to hear from you. Please send your CV and a cover letter detailing your suitability for the role.
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The Structured Intervention Support (SIS) service offers support for people with high and complex needs.
You will be assisting service users who experience mental distress in one-to-one settings:
- help to resettle in the community on discharge from hospital
- help to develop strategies to improve their quality of life and reduce their dependence on statutory services
- provide personalised key work support to enable people with complex mental health needs progress and maintain independent living.
We are looking for volunteers who can support people with activities for a minimum of 1 day per week. Activities such as:
- Escorting people to appointments/outings/activities or events
- Organisational and administrative tasks – help with budgeting; understanding/applying for welfare benefits; letter writing and form filling; arranging activities/appointments; planning the use of other services such as shopping
- Supporting people to maintain their homes – reporting/organising repairs; organising a move; signposting and referring to services and activities
- Ad-hoc support
We ask for a commitment of at least 1 day a week 9:30 – 5:00 for a full year (+ about 2-3 months for DBS check and induction), though there are plenty of opportunities to volunteer more than one day a week.
Staff benefits include volunteers receiving 3 days of training and a fortnightly group supervision.
What you will gain from this role:
- On the job training and supervision
- Support with professional development
- Work references provided after completion of one year volunteering
- Travel expenses reimbursed (within London)
Download an application form from our website and email it to us along with your CV.
This role is advertised as part of TPP's Free Giving Back Services. This volunteer advertisement copy has been supplied to TPP and applicants apply direct to the organisation. Please contact the organisation directly if you have any questions about this volunteer role.
At the British Dyslexia Association (BDA), our trustees play a vital role in making sure that the organisation achieves its core purpose. They oversee the overall management and administration of the charity. They also ensure that the charity has a clear strategy and that our work and goals are in line with our vision. Just as importantly, they support and challenge the Senior Management Team to enable the BDA to grow and thrive, and through this, achieve our mission.
Board members have a collective responsibility. This means that trustees always act as a group and not as individuals.
This is an exciting opportunity to contribute your skills and experience to a cause that matters, ensuring we stay true to our mission and achieve our goals.
For full details of the role including key responsibilities, the skills we are seeking from prospective applicants, along with the anticipated time commitment, please view the trustee role description.
What we are looking for:
We are seeking individuals who bring enthusiasm, integrity, and dedication to the role, and who can contribute fresh perspectives to our Board. We are especially interested in candidates with expertise in the following areas, and ideally, with prior Board experience:
- Dyslexia specialist within the field of education
- Special educational needs – research expertise
- Finance or technology
What’s in it for you:
As a trustee, you will have the chance to:
- Make a difference: impacting the lives of those we support and contribute to a cause you care about.
- Develop your skills: gain valuable experience.
- Network: connect with like-minded individuals and expand your professional network.
- Personal fulfilment: experience the satisfaction of giving back and contributing to something meaningful.
Terms of office - Trustees are appointed for 3 years each, for 2 terms.
Equal Opportunities
The BDA are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace. We welcome applications from all individuals and believe that diverse perspectives strengthen our team and help us achieve our mission.
To change society by removing barriers so that everyone with dyslexia can reach their full potential in education, in employment and in life.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.