Health Medical Volunteer Roles
The Organisation:
The Thalidomide Trust is a unique organisation supporting 430 beneficiaries, now all aged in their 60s, born with disabilities as a result of their mother taking the drug, thalidomide, during pregnancy. Their physical disabilities include limb damage, hearing and visual impairment, brain and sensory impairment and damage to internal organs. They are a remarkable group of people, who have achieved a great deal despite often living with extreme levels of disability.
Our beneficiaries have very complex and varied needs which are increasing as they age, and we have gathered a wealth of data about them and gained an in-depth understanding of their evolving needs through our structured programme of three-yearly Holistic Needs Assessments (HNAs).
To find out more about The Thalidomide Trust, visit our website.
The Role:
We are looking for an experienced and credible senior health or social care professional with a strategic approach and knowledge of the current challenging environment - ideally in respect of disability and ageing - to join our Board of Trustees. Our Vision is that ‘each and every beneficiary of the Trust has access to the resources and support they need to live their best life for the longest time’ and, as they enter the next phase of their lives and as their needs grow ever more complex, you will play an important role in ensuring we provide the best possible future for them.
Person Specification:
You will bring the following skills and experience to the role:
- Experience of operating at a senior level in a health and/or social care environment (this could be in policy, systems leadership or practice) with a high external profile and strong links with professional social care networks.
- Knowledge of current health and social care policy and provision and the implications for our beneficiaries as they age.
- Integrity, empathy and the ability to contribute to effective decision making in the best interests of all beneficiaries of the Trust.
Please download our Candidate Information Pack for more information on the role.
Terms and Conditions:
You should also be willing and able to devote approximately 1.5 days per month (plus travel time) – and specifically be available to attend three full day board meetings, at least two half-day Health & Wellbeing Committee meetings and one beneficiary event each year.
This is a voluntary role, but reasonable expenses incurred will be reimbursed.
We particularly welcome applications from the BAME community and people living with disabilities.
How to Apply:
If you are interested in the role and would like to apply for the position of Health & Wellbeing Trustee, please provide us with:
- An up-to-date CV
- A supporting statement of no more than 2 sides of A4, detailing why you would like to be considered, your relevant experience and expertise and what you think you can bring to the role.
All applications are being handled by our recruitment partner, Trustees Unlimited (part of the Russam group).
All applications should be emailed to Trustees Unlimited.
If you have any difficulty uploading your application or if you would like to have an informal and confidential discussion about the role, alternatively please contact Melissa Baxter.
Closing date for applications: Monday 28th October 2024
Interviews with The Thalidomide Trust [London]: w/c 11th November 2024
We look forward to receiving your application.
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TRUSTEE (SCIENCE AND HEALTH EDUCATION)
REMUNERATION: Unpaid role Expenses reimbursed
SUMMARY
Do you want to help prevent Breast Cancer? Are you a scientific or medical professional with strong networks and you want to use your skills to help a fantastic charity build their scientific expertise and authority in the field of primary breast cancer prevention?
We are looking for an individual with a strong scientific or medical background who has considerable research experience to join our Board of Trustees. As a member of the Board’s science sub-committee, you will support the CEO and the Head of Science and Health Education in supporting the growth and evolution of our scientific programme and in strengthening our scientific authority.
ABOUT US
Breast Cancer UK's mission is to prevent breast cancer through scientific understanding, education, collaboration, and policy change.
We are the only UK breast cancer charity focused entirely on the primary prevention of breast cancer through education, research and campaigning. Today 1 in 7 women will be diagnosed with the disease at some point in their lives but at least 30% breast cancers are thought to be preventable.
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We fund scientific research that will help to understand and address the preventable risk factors for breast cancer.
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We educate and raise awareness of the preventable risk factors for breast cancer and provide practical information to help people reduce their risk.
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We campaign for policy changes that promote the prevention of breast cancer and promote breast cancer prevention communication between scientists, consumers and industry.
Our research focuses on environmental and chemical causes of breast cancer but our education and advice includes all preventable risk factors.
THE ROLE
This is an exciting opportunity to join the Board and support the CEO and wider staff team to deliver our vision and strategy.
As well as a scientific research or medical background, you will have outstanding communication skills and be able to support, challenge and scrutinise the charity’s science and education programme, as well as constructively contribute fully to wider issues considered by the Board. While you may not have personal or family experience of breast cancer, you will need to have a passion for what we do.
PERSON SPECIFICATIONS
Breast Cancer UK’s Board of Trustees wishes to recruit candidates from diverse backgrounds to join the Board of Trustees. Trustees are particularly keen to recruit candidates from the public, private, or third/ voluntary sectors with leadership experience and expertise in the following areas:
• scientific research (including cancer research)
• healthcare or clinical research
• health education
• environmental research
• health inequalities
• medicine
• science education
You must be over 18 and have excellent communication skills.
Breast Cancer UK’s strategic plan focuses on growing our income, reach, profile, and impact. To achieve this, you must be able to bring to the charity opportunities for reaching and engaging with new stakeholders and influencers with whom the charity can build meaningful relationships that support our strategic objectives.
Critically, you will have a good knowledge of charity or not-for-profit governance principles and responsibilities and a strong affinity with the charity’s mission and values.
KEY REQUIREMENTS
You will:
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Have experience and skills in scientific or clinical research, ideally with experience in breast cancer or the health effects of environmental chemicals.
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Have strong global networks with scientific groups and research institutions.
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Have a sound understanding of how scientific research funding operates.
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Have effective listening, communicating and influencing skills with an ability to build relationships and work collaboratively and effectively as part of a board of trustees.
OTHER INFORMATION
Time Commitment
Critically, you must be willing and able to devote the necessary time and effort to a trusteeship. This includes preparing for and attending all Breast Cancer UK Trustee Board Meetings and Science and Health Education Committee Meetings.
Trustees meet quarterly in London, usually in the evening (meetings are usually between 6 p.m. and 8 p.m.). You will also be expected to sit on the Science and Health Education Committee. All Committees take place via video call (Microsoft Teams), usually for two hours per quarter in the evenings, this is organized by the Science and Health Education team.
You will also be expected to attend one annual strategy planning day and two informal meetings with Trustees in London.
In addition, you are requested to devote some time to your role as an Ambassador – by promoting the charity through their own networks and activities.
You will be expected to commit around 4-5 hours a month to the role.
Trustees are not remunerated; however reasonable travel expenses incurred whilst carrying out their duties can be claimed.
To apply for this role please submit an up to date CV and a covering letter outlining why you meet the person specification. All documents must be submitted via this link –
https://breastcanceruk.hrpartner.io/jobs/trustee–science-and-health-education—oz18p
For further details please download our Recruitment Pack
Interviews will be held as a when applications are received, so don’t delay in applying. BCUK have the right to close this job role early
At Breast Cancer UK, we’re dedicated to being a caring and welcoming place, where everyone feels supported and employees feel like they belong. Our aim is to create an inclusive culture where our employees can reach their full potential, without prejudice and discrimination. We value respect, understanding, and the richness that diversity brings. We welcome applications from candidates of all backgrounds, identities and abilities.
We are a national breast cancer charity focussed entirely on breast cancer prevention: We fund scientific research into environmental and chemic
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PLEASE NOTE: This role is only needed for the Christmas period for our festive Health & Wellbeing days.
You will need to have your GDC number and an electronic copy of your PLI to hand in order to apply
You will contribute to ending homelessness by
You will provide basic dental health advice and education to our guests. Unfortunately we will not able to offer guests full dental procedures as we do not have the necessary facilities, but hope people will leave better informed on how to maintain better oral health.
You will be volunteering at our Health & Wellbeing Day(s). These events are an opportunity for members to access a range of health & wellbeing services from the safety and comfort of our Skylight. All treatments are clothed.
You will be part of a specialist volunteer team which may include: Hairdressers, Masseuses, Physiotherapists and GPs.
Our training will show you what to expect when running sessions and the type of sessions that work best for our guests.
What you will gain
- You will have the opportunity to be part of a volunteer led team making a real difference to the lives of people experiencing homelessness over the Christmas period
- The opportunity to share existing or develop new skills in a friendly and supportive environment
- Access to relevant Crisis at Christmas training events
- Support and advice from Crisis at Christmas staff team
- Experience in running activities
- A platform for building confidence
- Skills and knowledge in providing services for people experiencing homelessness
Core tasks
Your tasks may include:
- Offering dental information and advice
- Encouraging guests to seek dental treatment as required
Who we are looking for
- Qualified dentists and dental nurses
Additional information
- We expect volunteers to comply with Crisis policies including health and safety, data protection and code of conduct at all times
- To maintain the privacy and confidentiality of all accessible information about guests and the organisation
- Be positive, productive and have the passion to help end homelessness
- We strive to ensure that our services are welcoming, remain relevant and are fully accessible to everyone that we help and support.
- We are particularly welcoming of volunteers from diverse and other marginalised communities, as this helps us ensure the best experience for those that we are here to help.
- People who have lived experience of homelessness are also particularly welcome to apply.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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This is your chance to take your practice onboard one of our Ships. As our Crew Physician, you can provide routine, general medical care for our Crew, surgical inpatient consults, referrals and more. You’ll also hold the important distinction of leading our emergency medical response team onboard.
What You Will Contribute
• Provide medical consultations and treatment for our Crew, including regular check-ups, routine health screenings, and emergency care when needed
• Support the health education to our Crew and host country partners by presenting on applicable health related topics
• Ensure the health and safety of the Crew on an ongoing basis, in collaboration with the Captain
• Work with and supervise the Hospital Physician(s) to oversee the general health of Ward patients and pre-operative patients
• Review patients in Screening, Outpatients, and Rehabilitation as the opportunity arises
• Actively maintain and improve the standards of care for our patients
• Provide medical direction and advice for the Palliative Care Team
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
About us:
Long Covid SOS is a registered charity dedicated to throwing a lifeline to people living with the impact of Long Covid by pushing for greater recognition and awareness, advocating for targeted research and providing support and resources. With a passionate team of volunteers and Trustees, we use our voice to promote recognition and understanding of the experiences of people with Long Covid and its devastating effects on their lives. We advocate for and encourage inclusive and appropriate research into Long Covid and support those with Long Covid to live the best lives they can by providing extensive resources and working with stakeholders to help secure effective and appropriate care and treatment for them.
Role overview:
As the Chair of the Board of Trustees, you will provide pivotal strategic and inspirational leadership and direction to the Board, ensuring that Long Covid SOS is effectively governed, and remains focused on its mission and strategic goals. This is a unique voluntary opportunity for an accomplished leader with strong governance experience to make a significant impact for those with Long Covid. You will act as an ambassador for the charity, fostering relationships with key stakeholders, partners and the wider community. The role is a remote position and will require a commitment of 2-4 days per month.
Key Responsibilities:
1. Strategic Leadership: -
- Collaborate closely with the CEO to support the delivery of Long Covid SOS’s strategic objectives.
- Provide strategic leadership and direction to the Board of Trustees, ensuring effective governance and oversight.
- Develop and articulate a clear vision for the charity’s future.
- Collaborate with fellow Trustees to establish strategic goals and objectives and devise an execution plan to achieve these goals.
- Ensure alignment between the charity’s mission and operational activities.
- Contribute to the charity’s fundraising strategy and ensure the charity stays on target to achieve its fundraising goals.
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- Promote a culture of active engagement, collaboration, and transparency within the Board, ensuring all Trustees are effectively contributing to discussions and decision-making.
3. Meeting Facilitation: -
- Lead Trustee meetings in a manner that encourages open dialogue, ensuring that every opinion is considered and respected.
- Ensure board meetings are effective, inclusive, and focused on the charity’s key priorities.
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- Ensure compliance with legal, regulatory, and best practice requirements.
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- The Chair will occasionally be asked to attend external events and meetings, enhancing the charity’s profile and building relationships with key stakeholders to further our goals.
Person Specification:
We are looking for an individual who embodies the spirit of Long Covid SOS and has:
- Proven experience in a significant leadership role within the charity, public or private sectors.
- Strong understanding of governance and board management, with experience in chairing meetings and committees.
- Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to inspire and motivate others.
- A strategic mindset and commitment to Long Covid SOS’s mission and values.
- Strong networking abilities, with experience building relationships with key stakeholders, partners, and donors.
- An interest in a broad range of health areas, such a public health, healthcare and disability.
What We Offer:
- The opportunity to make a significant impact on the future direction of Long Covid SOS.
- A collaborative, inclusive, and dynamic environment working alongside passionate Trustees and volunteers.
Why Join Us?
As the Chair of Trustees of Long Covid SOS, you will have the opportunity to make a significant impact on the Long Covid community while working alongside a dedicated CEO, volunteers and Trustees, who share a passion for health advocacy.
You will be instrumental in shaping the future direction of the charity, driving positive change and enhancing the lives of those we serve.
For more information please visit our website.
Application process:
To apply for this position or inquire further about the role, please send your CV (maximum 3 pages) along with a cover letter (maximum 2 pages) outlining your motivations, experience, how you fulfil the person specification, and what you will bring to the role. Applications will be accepted until noon on Monday 4 November 2024.
Join us in making a difference – your leadership could be the key in unlocking new possibilities for our community!
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Our vision is a UK where people's health isn't just a postcode lottery. Can you help us research the root causes of preventable illness and what works in reducing the risks, to influence the country's health policy and practice.
As a Trustee you’ll ensure we continue to operate within our charitable health remit, support and provide advice on our work, and attend (virtual) Board meetings.
As a part time Research Lead you’ll use your experience of research projects to lead a small team of volunteer researchers, usually aiming to holistically review published research to identify:
- The root causes of a potentially preventable health issue.
- Which approaches internationally are most effective in reducing the health risks..
- How these approaches could be adopted or adapted in the UK, including any existing policy or practice which could be built on and which key stakeholders need to be engaged.
- Any potential for associated primary research with university partners.
Do you share our belief that prevention is better than cure and that health in the UK should be more than a postcode lottery. If so we'd like to hear from you if you can also:
- Exercise good, independent judgement and work effectively as a board member.
- Bring energy, expertise and commitment to the role of Trustee, and potentially broaden the diversity of thinking on our board.
- Commit to Nolan’s seven principles of public life: selflessness, integrity, objectivity, accountability, openness, honesty and leadership.
For the Research Lead role we're looking for you to bring:
- A postgraduate health-related qualification
- At least 3 years’ professional experience of leading, coordinating or project managing health-related research teams in the UK
- Health-related publications
- A commitment to evidence-based research
- Good organisational skills and the ability to lead and motivate graduate researchers with diverse backgrounds and experience.
Experience of securing research funding or working in a think tank or a health policy role would be an added recommendation.
There are a small number of daytime Trustee meeting (usually by Zoom at lunch-time) - with most other work undertaken at times and places convenient for you.
If you meet this specification and are able and willing to commit 5 -10 hours per week, we look forward to hearing from you.
We aim to help achieve a healthier UK - instead of people's health being a postcode lottery
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Responsible to: Board of Trustees
Start date: November/December
Who We Are
M4RD is a UK charity that is advancing rare disease training for medical professionals. The aim of our work is to help reduce diagnostic delay and improve patient experience for those impacted by rare conditions.
We work with an extensive network of patients, carers, advocates and advocacy groups to deliver training to medical schools, foundation schools, royal colleges, hospitals and trusts.
The charity is small and consists of a friendly group of staff and Trustees. The work can be intense but is very rewarding, as the charity responds to the needs of the rare disease political landscape.
Please take a look at the M4RD website for more information on our team, and our work.
Why Join Us
At M4RD we are not just talking about change; we are making it happen - as evidenced by the attitude change towards rare disease training in healthcare driven by M4RD for the last five years. By becoming a Trustee, you will play a vital role in shaping the future of healthcare for people with rare conditions. Working with a dedicated team committed to systemic change in medical education, you will bring skills, experience, and knowledge that will support M4RD in achieving their objectives.
Open Trustee Positions (multiple Trustees & Chair)
We are expanding our board and seeking individuals with specific expertise to help us achieve our mission. Our new Trustees will be passionate about supporting the charity to deliver its objectives, and have skills and/or experience in one or more of the following areas:
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Income generation
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Lived experience of a rare condition
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Healthcare education
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Clinical practice
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Lived experience of health and/or social inequality
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Lived experience of societal marginalisation
Key Responsibilities - Chair of the Board of Trustees
In addition to the general responsibilities of a Trustee, duties of the Chair include:
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Providing leadership to the organisation, and the Board, by ensuring everyone remains focused on the delivery of the organisation’s charitable purposes in order to benefit the public
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Chairing and facilitating board meetings
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Giving direction to board policy-making
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Ensuring decisions taken at meetings are implemented
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Representing M4RD at functions and meetings, and acting as a spokesperson as appropriate
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Bringing impartiality and objectivity to decision-making
With the Chief Executive:
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Planning the annual cycle of board meetings and other general meetings where required
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Setting agendas for board and other general meetings
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Continuous development of the Board of Trustees
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Addressing conflict within the board and within the organisation
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Liaising with the Chief Executive to maintain an overview of the organisation’s affairs, and to provide support as appropriate
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Leading the process of supporting and appraising the performance of the Chief Executive
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Sitting on appointment and disciplinary panels
Why this Role is for You
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You are passionate about the landscape of rare disease.
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You have the skills and experience M4RD is looking for.
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You are prepared to challenge systemic inequities within healthcare and medical education.
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You are ready to make a long-term commitment to improving the lives of people impacted by rare disease.
Time Commitment: The expected time commitment is:
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2 online meetings per month with the CEO;
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4 online Trustees meeting per year;
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1 face to face strategy meeting or event; and
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Some ad hoc committee work.
However, we are also keen to invite those who are passionate about the charity's work and able to support in other areas.
Please take a look at the Job Description for more details on this role.
We look forward to hearing from you!
Please apply through Charity Job, attaching your CV and Covering Letter sharing
why you’d like to become the M4RD Chair of the Board of Trustees, and what you can bring to the role.
We will be accepting applications until 5pm on Monday 28th October 2024,
and successful applicants will be contacted by the end of October.
Interviews will be held on 6th, 7th, & 8th November.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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Location: Remote
Commitment: Part-time, flexible (estimated 3-5 hours per week)
Reports to: Medical Liaison , Joy Mason
Duration: Ongoing
About Mast Cell Action
Mast Cell Action provides support for people living with MCAS, unites the MCAS community and creates a cohesive voice; to lobby for awareness, universally available diagnosis and the best possible care for those affected.
Mast Cell Action currently has 4 trustees plus a small but dedicated support team and our Director who will work closely with the successful candidate to strengthen our communications function. This is an exciting time for the charity, with unprecedented growth and an expanding team giving the right candidate unending potential to prove themselves and to shape the role.
We are a close-knit group, our internal behaviours are to be smart, strategic and ambitious, fun, collaborative and empowered. We work in collaboration both internally and externally and support each other to be the best that we can be and make the biggest possible difference to people affected by MCAS. If this sounds like a team you would like to be part of we would love to hear from you!
Role Overview
As the Volunteer Bibliography Coordinator, you will be integral in maintaining an up-to-date and comprehensive bibliography of scientific and medical papers related to MCAS. This vital role supports our research initiatives, enabling both patients and healthcare professionals to access the latest and most relevant information. Your contributions will directly influence the work of our charity and the understanding of MCAS across the medical community.
Key Responsibilities
- Research & Update Bibliography: Regularly identify new medical papers, studies, and articles on Mast Cell Activation Syndrome and related conditions.
- Document Management: Organise and update the existing bibliography, ensuring correct citations and categorisation.
- Literature Reviews: Summarise key papers and highlight significant findings that inform MCAS research or patient care.
- Database Maintenance: Maintain a user-friendly bibliography accessible to internal staff, healthcare professionals, and other stakeholders.
- Website Updates: Ensure the bibliography section of our website reflects the latest research.
- Support Evidencing: Assist in providing relevant research papers to support the production of information within the charity.
Skills and Experience
- Research Skills: Experience in academic or medical research, with a knack for finding, evaluating, and organizing scientific literature.
- Attention to Detail: Excellent organisational skills and meticulous attention to detail when managing citations.
- Familiarity with Medical Literature: Knowledge of research databases like PubMed or Google Scholar is a plus.
- Communication: Strong written communication skills for summarising findings.
- Self-Motivated: Able to work independently and efficiently with minimal supervision.
- Commitment to the Cause: A passion for medical research, healthcare, or Mast Cell Activation Syndrome is beneficial, though not required.
Benefits
- Contribute to meaningful research that can improve the lives of individuals with MCAS.
- Gain experience in a charitable Charity dedicated to medical research and advocacy.
- Flexible working hours and the opportunity to work remotely.
Mast Cell Action is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for this volunteer position without regard to race, colour, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, or age.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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Brain tumours do not discriminate and they do not respect boundaries. They can strike anyone, at any age. And they strike quickly.
At The Brain Tumour Charity, we aim to address the clear gap in emotional support available to those affected by a brain tumour diagnosis, by expanding our counselling service. We know the difference that talking therapy can make to the brain tumour community and our goal is to reach more people, ensuring everyone that wants it, gets the support that they need.
How can you help?
As a Volunteer Counsellor for this service, you would work with a wide range of clients who either have a brain tumour diagnosis themselves, or have a loved one who has been diagnosed. This includes patients/carers who have been newly diagnosed, to those in/post treatment, to people at end of life, or bereaved.
This is a remote service, where we offer up to 8 free sessions to clients, delivered by either telephone or webcam.
We’re looking for counsellors who:
- Are qualified with a minimum of a Level 4 Diploma in Counselling
- Integrative or person-centred counsellors
- A member of the BACP (or equivalent ethical body)
- Committed to attend monthly clinical supervision
- Has an interest in working with people affected by a brain tumour and possibly experience of working with clients in a similar field. (Eg. Neurological conditions, palliative care, bereavement, etc.)
- Has the IT abilities to be able to maintain appropriate and accurate records on our counselling database.
- Has experience of working remotely, via telephone or webcam and is happy to use their own laptop, phone and WIFI for their client work.
- Have their own public liability insurance and ICO registration (or are willing to obtain this.)
- We particularly encourage applications from those who are significantly underrepresented in our sector, including individuals from Black, Asian and Minority Ethnic (BAME) communities.
- What can you gain from volunteering with us?
- The opportunity to work with a unique and rewarding client group
- Management supervision and regular, ongoing support from our Counselling Service Team.
- You will receive a financial contribution towards your monthly clinical supervision, with an independent supervisor of your choice.
- All diary management will be carried out by our Counselling Team, reducing the amount of admin required by you.
- The opportunity to apply for paid counsellor roles as and when they become available.
- Time commitment
We ask each Volunteer Counsellor to commit to a volunteering with us for at least 6 months and to see a minimum of 3 clients per week at a time to suit you, but it MUST be at the same time each week.
The service operates between the hours of 9am—5pm, Monday-Friday. You will be required to see clients within these hours.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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Brain tumours do not discriminate and they do not respect boundaries. They can strike anyone, at any age. And they strike quickly.
At The Brain Tumour Charity, we aim to address the clear gap in emotional support available to those affected by a brain tumour diagnosis, by expanding our counselling service. We know the difference that talking therapy can make to the brain tumour community and our goal is to reach more people, ensuring everyone that wants it, gets the support that they need.
How can you help?
We are in a position to offer a number of unpaid student placements, to those training to be integrative or person centred counsellors, which will see you work via telephone/webcam only, with a wide range of clients; from those newly diagnosed, to those at end of life, carers and bereaved loved ones.
This is a home-based role, and you can help by volunteering your time to see a minimum of 3 clients per week, between the hours of 9am—5pm, Monday—Friday.
We’re looking for students who:
- Are in their 2nd year of studying for the Level 4 Counselling Diploma (or equivalent)
- Have been signed off as ’fit to practice’ by their tutor and have already accrued at least 30+ client hours.
- Are student members of the BACP (or equivalent) and work in line with their ethical framework.
- Are committed to accessing clinical supervision on a monthlybasis, as per the guidance from your ethical body.
- Have their own public liability insurance (or are willing to obtain this.)
- Will be committed to following our safeguarding processes and will only work within their limits of proficiency.
- Will observe confidentiality in line with their ethical framework and The Charity’s organisational policy.
- Have the capacity to work autonomously and IT abilities to be able to maintain appropriate and accurate records on our counselling database.
- As this is a home-based role, you will need access to a telephone and computer that you are happy to use for this service.
We particularly encourage applications from those who are significantly underrepresented in our sector, including individuals from Black, Asian and Minority Ethnic (BAME) communities.
What can you gain from volunteering with us?
- You’ll have the opportunity to work towards the clinical hours required for your course
- You will receive training, ongoing support and management supervision from the Counselling Service Manager,
- You will receive either a financial contribution towards the cost of monthly clinical supervision, or group supervision arranged by the Charity and delivered by a qualified supervisor.
- We will complete any necessary paperwork and reports needed for your placement records.
- All diary management will be carried out by our Counselling Team, reducing the amount of admin required by you.
Time commitment
We ask each student to commit to a placement of at least 6 months and to see a minimum of 3 clients per week at a time to suit you, but it MUST be at the same time each week.
Practical considerations
We intend to do 3-4 recruitment rounds each year. Shortlisted applicants will be asked to attend an initial interview, followed by an online training session and follow up interview, if successful.
Successful candidates will then receive a full induction to The Brain Tumour Charity and any specific training for the role, as well as ongoing support from one of the team, who will be your key contact.
We will carry out reference and DBS checks for all successful applicants and you will be required to complete some internal data protection and disclo-sure documentation before commencing the placement.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
About the Youth Team role
Youth Team Volunteers work with young people from a wide breadth of backgrounds, ensuring they really feel part of the St John family. Volunteers will help young people develop their confidence, teamwork skills, self-discipline, and generally encourage them to strive to be the best they can be.
You’ll get a huge sense of satisfaction and pride delivering an essential service. It’s great for you, great for your community and great for our nation, and it requires only a small commitment of your time.
Getting started
You will usually be able to start volunteering very quickly, joining your new youth unit, meeting the young people and your colleagues and beginning to learn on the job. However please be aware you will have some online training to do, and you will need to engage with classroom training opportunities when available. There is also optional training for those who wish to pursue higher youth team qualifications.
Pursuing the role
We do not have a fixed closing date, but we may pause recruitment if we become oversubscribed - so if you want to pursue this, please do not delay!
If you are not already a St John Ambulance volunteer, after getting some brief details we will first invite you to an interview with our Welcome Team.
When pursuing this role, we will check you meet the minimum criteria and then invite you to a Youth Team interview, after which we'll be able to tell you if you've been accepted for this role.
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Our challenge
Brain tumours do not discriminate and they do not respect boundaries. They can strike anyone, at any age. And they strike quickly.
The Counselling Team at The Brain Tumour Charity are addressing the clear gap in emotional support available to those affected by a brain tumour diagnosis, by offering free, professional counselling to all of our community. Since it’s launch in July 2022, the service has grown exponentially and is on track to support over 800 clients in 2024-25.
How can you help?
In light of the growth the counselling service has experienced, we are now looking to recruit a Counselling Admin Volunteer, who can support with some of the weekly admin tasks we conduct each week. This role will be desk based and will require no direct contact with clients.
As a Counselling Admin Volunteer, you will:
- Transfer referral form data between systems
- Use completed assessment forms to update the waiting list with client availability
- Update The Charity’s database with client demographic information, to allow for accurate reporting
- Update The Charity’s database with outcome measure data
We’re looking for...
- Someone who has excellent IT skills and is efficient at using various databases and computer systems.
- An eye for detail and the ability to maintain accurate client records
- An understanding of and commitment to confidentiality, as you will be accessing sensitive information
- Ideally some understanding of counselling and an interest in the work of the service
- Someone who can commit to volunteer on a consistent, weekly basis
- As this is a home-based role, you will need access to a computer that you are happy to use for this role
The Brain Tumour Charity is committed to promoting diversity and inclusion in all
aspects of our organisation. We particularly welcome applications from individuals
belonging to minority ethnic groups, LGBTQ+ communities, people with
disabilities, and other underrepresented communities.
What can you gain from volunteering?
- You’ll have the opportunity to apply your existing admin and record keeping skills in a new way.
- You will join a pioneering team, who are passionate about delivering counselling to the brain tumour community.
- You will be supported in your role and will have a check in and check out with a team member before and after each shift.
Practical considerations
You will receive a full induction to The Brain Tumour Charity and any specific training for the role, as well as ongoing direction from one of the team, who will be your key contact.
We carry out reference and DBS checks for all individuals who will be volunteering with us on a regular basis. Volunteers will be required to complete some internal data protection and disclosure documentation before commencing the role. Volunteers must be over 18.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Catalyst Support works to promote the mental health and well-being of people in Surrey, improving lives in terms of stability and well-being, with the aim of reducing harm to themselves, their families and the community. This is achieved through a wide range of projects, many carried out in partnership with other agencies, across the county.
This is an important time for Catalyst Support, having grown significantly in the last five years, with a turnover that now sits at around £5m. Our work is more vital than ever in a world where consideration of our mental health and well-being is so important.
Catalyst Support is now seeking a new Chair and Trustee (Finance) as both post holders are retiring at the end of the year. We are seeking individuals who are genuinely committed to the mission and values of the charity.
For the Chair we are seeking a strategic thinker with:
- Proven experience in a leadership or governance role, demonstrating the ability to lead and inspire a diverse group of trustees and stakeholders.
- Experience of chairing and facilitating meetings of a strategic and/or business nature, and monitoring that decisions taken and agreed by others are implemented.
Catalyst Support is committed to equality and diversity and welcomes applications from all members of the community.
If you are interested in supporting mental and physical wellness across Surrey, please see further information via the dedicated microsite which can be found on the Prospectus website by clicking 'Apply via website'.
Expenses
These roles are unremunerated but reasonable expenses incurred in the execution of trustee duties will be reimbursed.
Recruitment Timetable
Deadline for applications: 10 November
Interviews with Prospectus: w/c 18 November
Interviews with Catalyst Support: w/c 2 December
About the Youth Team role
Youth Team Volunteers work with young people from a wide breadth of backgrounds, ensuring they really feel part of the St John family. Volunteers will help young people develop their confidence, teamwork skills, self-discipline, and generally encourage them to strive to be the best they can be.
You’ll get a huge sense of satisfaction and pride delivering an essential service. It’s great for you, great for your community and great for our nation, and it requires only a small commitment of your time.
Getting started
You will usually be able to start volunteering very quickly, joining your new youth unit, meeting the young people and your colleagues and beginning to learn on the job. However please be aware you will have some online training to do, and you will need to engage with classroom training opportunities when available. There is also optional training for those who wish to pursue higher youth team qualifications.
Pursuing the role
We do not have a fixed closing date, but we may pause recruitment if we become oversubscribed - so if you want to pursue this, please do not delay!
If you are not already a St John Ambulance volunteer, after getting some brief details we will first invite you to an interview with our Welcome Team.
When pursuing this role, we will check you meet the minimum criteria and then invite you to a Youth Team interview, after which we'll be able to tell you if you've been accepted for this role.
Responsible to: Chair of Trustees
Start date: November/December
Who We Are
M4RD is a UK charity that is advancing rare disease training for medical professionals. The aim of our work is to help reduce diagnostic delay and improve patient experience for those impacted by rare conditions.
We work with an extensive network of patients, carers, advocates and advocacy groups to deliver training to medical schools, foundation schools, royal colleges, hospitals and trusts.
The charity is small and consists of a friendly group of staff and Trustees. The work can be intense but is very rewarding, as the charity responds to the needs of the rare disease political landscape.
Please take a look at the M4RD website for more information on our team, and our work. You can also find more details on this position here.
Why Join Us
At M4RD we are not just talking about change; we are making it happen - as evidenced by the attitude change towards rare disease training in healthcare driven by M4RD for the last five years. By becoming a Trustee, you will play a vital role in shaping the future of healthcare for people with rare conditions. Working with a dedicated team committed to systemic change in medical education, you will bring skills, experience, and knowledge that will support M4RD in achieving their objectives.
Open Trustee Positions
We are expanding our board and seeking individuals with specific expertise to help us achieve our mission. Our new Trustees will be passionate about supporting the charity to deliver its objectives, and have skills and/or experience in one or more of the following areas:
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Income generation
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Lived experience of a rare condition
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Healthcare education
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Clinical practice
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Lived experience of health and/or social inequality
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Lived experience of societal marginalisation
Key Responsibilities
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Ensuring the organisation pursues its stated objects (purposes), as defined in its governing document, by supporting the development of - and agreeing - a long-term strategy
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Ensuring that the organisation complies with its CIO constitution, charity law, company law and any other relevant legislation or regulations
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Ensuring that the organisation applies its resources exclusively in pursuance of its charitable objects for the benefit of the public
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Ensuring that the organisation defines its goals and evaluates performance against agreed targets
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Safeguarding the reputation and values of the organisation
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Ensuring the effective and efficient administration of the organisation, including having appropriate policies and procedures in place
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Ensuring the financial stability of the organisation
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Protecting and managing the property of the charity and ensuring the proper investment of the charity’s funds
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Following proper and formal arrangements for the appointment, supervision, support, appraisal, and remuneration of the Chief Executive
Why this Role is for You
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You are passionate about the landscape of rare disease.
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You have the skills and experience M4RD is looking for.
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You are prepared to challenge systemic inequities within healthcare and medical education.
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You are ready to make a long-term commitment to improving the lives of people impacted by rare disease.
Time Commitment: The expected time commitment is:
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4 online Trustees meeting per year;
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1 face to face strategy meeting or event; and
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Some ad hoc committee work.
However, we are also keen to invite those who are passionate about the charity's work and able to support in other areas.
Please take a look at the Job Description for more details on this role.
We look forward to hearing from you!
Please apply through Charity Job, attaching your CV and Covering Letter sharing
why you’d like to become an M4RD Trustee, and what you can bring to the role.
We will be accepting applications until 5pm on Monday 28th October 2024,
and successful applicants will be contacted by the end of October.
Interviews will be held on 6th, 7th, & 8th November.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.