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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!
What is the purpose of this role?
To support vulnerable people living in Nottingham City through the provision of practical and social support.
What impact does this role have?
Supports vulnerable people (18 and over), to live independently in the community.
What activities might you be involved in?
The following are examples of the type of support you could be asked to provide:
- Shopping
- Collecting prescriptions
- Wellbeing checks on the phone and in person according to the person’s needs
- Providing emotional support
- Engage in confidence building activities e.g., going for a ‘walk and talk’, supporting people to go to the shops etc.
- Accompanying people to appointments
- Information and signposting
- Dog walking
- Light cleaning
What are we looking for?
Individuals with a genuine interest in the wellbeing of vulnerable people who are committed to volunteering within the charity’s policies and procedures and who will adhere to the volunteering code of conduct.
When would you be needed to volunteer?
Ideally, we ask all applicants to commit to providing a minimum of 2 hours volunteering a week at a time to meet your availability and our service requirements.
What training will you be given?
You will be given all the training you need to fulfil your role. Everyone will receive an induction into the Charity.
What can you gain from this opportunity?
- The opportunity to make a difference to a vulnerable person’s life
- Ongoing support, ensuring your volunteering experience is a fulfilling and positive one
- Experience to add to your CV
- The opportunity to meet new people and make new friends
- Reimbursement of out-of-pocket expenses as defined in Age UK Notts’ volunteer handbook
Additional Information
Please note an Enhanced (Adults Barred List) DBS (Disclosure and Barring Service) check is required for this role which will be undertaken by the Charity at no cost to the volunteer, after being offered the role.
We are looking for volunteers who are willing to volunteer in the Nottingham city area with practical tasks who have reasonable availability.
***Please note that we don’t offer sponsorship or accept overseas applicants***
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!
At Home HR Volunteer
Caring Volunteers Needed: Are you concerned about our world’s future? You can have a
positive impact and meet people Internationally, from your home, as you have a spare hour here
and there each month. Do you enjoy Human Relations and thrive working in the human
relations division of any Institution, University or Association? Then we need you.
As an online “ At Home” Volunteer, you will be working with people from a wide variety of
countries and cultures, all believing in passing on the right to basic education, the importance of
cultural exchange, and giving voice to the voiceless.
The Position: We ask Volunteers to contribute a minimum of one hour a month. Within our
Human Resource Division you will be learning to process applicants from around the world,
assigning them to appropriate Teams and coordinating the Team Leads training sessions and
monthly meetings. While English is required, you will learn to be comfortable with various global
accents as well as proficient in your Interviewing skills and background research. You will
practice team organizing & management skills. Depending on which teams you join, you will
learn non profit contracts, global time zone coordination and other very basic, practical skills
when working with people Internationally and online.
IHF Overview
The International Humanity Foundation (IHF) is a 501 c3 International Non- profit, founded in
2001. Our two-fold mission is (1) to Educate marginalized children—activating their highest
potential and nurturing healthy, loving communities around them. The happiness of our worlds
children rises above all political and religious differences; And equates to the quality of our
worlds happiness tomorrow. — (2) to Educate global citizens through communication and real
life experiences, (online and in person), about the realities of marginalized communities; while
teaching practical skills in aiding needed efforts, thus giving voice to the voiceless.
For over twenty years, IHF has offered children and adults (from young through retirement)
venues for learning and safely practicing leadership skills.
IHF is a unique organization. It believes in absolute transparency and functions almost
entirely through the efforts of its hundreds of unpaid volunteers from all over the world. Our
volunteers give their time, skills, energy, and love, working toward a better world for all, one
child, one human, at a time. We believe caring, quiet growth produces deep healthy roots.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Actively Interviewing
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!
At Home HR Volunteer
Caring Volunteers Needed: Are you concerned about our world’s future? You can have a
positive impact and meet people Internationally, from your home, as you have a spare hour here
and there each month. Do you enjoy Human Relations and thrive working in the human
relations division of any Institution, University or Association? Then we need you.
As an online “ At Home” Volunteer, you will be working with people from a wide variety of
countries and cultures, all believing in passing on the right to basic education, the importance of
cultural exchange, and giving voice to the voiceless.
The Position: We ask Volunteers to contribute a minimum of one hour a month. Within our
Human Resource Division you will be learning to process applicants from around the world,
assigning them to appropriate Teams and coordinating the Team Leads training sessions and
monthly meetings. While English is required, you will learn to be comfortable with various global
accents as well as proficient in your Interviewing skills and background research. You will
practice team organizing & management skills. Depending on which teams you join, you will
learn non profit contracts, global time zone coordination and other very basic, practical skills
when working with people Internationally and online.
IHF Overview
The International Humanity Foundation (IHF) is a 501 c3 International Non- profit, founded in
2001. Our two-fold mission is (1) to Educate marginalized children—activating their highest
potential and nurturing healthy, loving communities around them. The happiness of our worlds
children rises above all political and religious differences; And equates to the quality of our
worlds happiness tomorrow. — (2) to Educate global citizens through communication and real
life experiences, (online and in person), about the realities of marginalized communities; while
teaching practical skills in aiding needed efforts, thus giving voice to the voiceless.
For over twenty years, IHF has offered children and adults (from young through retirement)
venues for learning and safely practicing leadership skills.
IHF is a unique organization. It believes in absolute transparency and functions almost
entirely through the efforts of its hundreds of unpaid volunteers from all over the world. Our
volunteers give their time, skills, energy, and love, working toward a better world for all, one
child, one human, at a time. We believe caring, quiet growth produces deep healthy roots.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Actively Interviewing
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!
Home visitor – Post Adoption
Are you a good matchmaker and know how to care for animals? We’re looking for a volunteer who can assess potential adopters for the animals in our care. You’ll meet new people, work with a great team, whilst helping animals find loving homes.
Join our team as a volunteer Home Visitor and become an important part of our mission by providing a vital role in helping animals in our care find a second chance at happiness. It's essential that the pets we rehome go to the best and most suitable homes possible, which is why we carry out checks of their new home pre-adoption.
We also want to make sure the animals that are adopted are settling in well, so we also carry out a 3-month post-adoption check. You'll get to meet new people, work with a great team and be helping animals across Suffolk.
We need help all over our branch area, but are in particular need in the Kesgrave, Woodbridge, Ipswich and Bury St Edmunds areas. We offer full training, and your mileage expenses will be paid.
As a volunteer Home Visitor, you would be making a massive difference to the animals in our care by helping us find them a perfect forever home. You would utilise your experience of keeping pets when visiting adopters’ homes to ensure they are the right environment for our animals and that the adopter can provide a loving home.
Volunteer Home Visitor responsibilities
- Contact potential adopters within 48 hours of receiving the request for a home visit.
- Make arrangements for the home visit to be completed within seven days.
- Report the findings of the home visit to the branch rehoming coordinator for a final decision.
- Ensure that you are aware of the needs of a particular animal, so the assessment of the potential adopters are accurate.
- Complete all documentation accurately before returning it to the branch rehoming coordinator.
- Collaborate with your fellow volunteers and attend team meetings as necessary.
- Being aware of and following all procedures guidelines.
What we are looking for in a volunteer Home Visitor
- Previous experience of keeping pets is ideal.
- Confident, approachable, objective and a good communicator.
- Someone who is flexible and can offer an ongoing commitment.
- Can focus on the task at hand and work with minimal supervision.
- Volunteers must be aged 18 or over.
What we can offer you as a volunteer Home Visitor
- You will be making a massive difference to the welfare of the animals in your area.
- Join a community which will enable you to meet new people and make new friends.
- Learning new skills through our comprehensive induction and training programme.
- Enhance your CV by adding your volunteering experience and newly acquired skills.
Practical considerations
Volunteers will be required to complete our Home Visiting course before starting as a volunteer.
Our next Home Visitor training session will be held in November 2024 - so please apply today to guarantee your space. Want to know more?
We hope you are interested in volunteering for our branch!
Our voluntary roles are subject to an informal interview and trial period. We will ask you to provide contact details for two referees, and dependent on the position, you may need to sign an agreement and undergo specific training before starting the role
Actively Interviewing
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!
At-Home Online Outreach Volunteer ad
Target: graduate forums, retiree forums/magazines, gap year forums, universities (social
science departments)
Advert to be used:
Those of us who have received a free education pass it on by helping others less fortunate by
teaching, interacting and learning. With just a few hours a week, our volunteers, children and
sponsors are changing the world we live in.
IHF is a non-religious, non-political, non-profit organization that strongly believes in an equal
opportunity for all and in preserving the cultures, traditions and beliefs of the marginalized
communities iHalf of International Humanity Foundation’s (IHF) mission is to educate the poor
and the otherIHF is currently seeking At-Home Volunteers for our International Online Outreach
Team. The position includes reaching out to a global network of volunteers and help to inspire
and grow a worldwide movement.
This position provides global training and global connections from your home, at your
convenience. Our At-Home Volunteers come from around the world and form online teams
essential to our Children’s Homes and Community Centers.
Volunteering in this division provides a great opportunity to further your understanding of the
fascinating world of international non-profit online outreach, boost your CV, and to enhance
social media and public relations skills as you reach out to volunteers through a multitude of
mediums.
Please note this is a volunteering position.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Actively Interviewing
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!
Target: graduate forums, retiree forums/magazines, gap year forums, universities (social science departments)
Advert to be used:
Those of us who have received a free education pass it on by helping others less fortunate by teaching, interacting and learning. With just a few hours a week, our volunteers, children and sponsors are changing the world we live in.
IHF is a non-religious, non-political, non-profit organization that strongly believes in an equal opportunity for all and in preserving the cultures, traditions and beliefs of the marginalized communities iHalf of International Humanity Foundation’s (IHF) mission is to educate the poor and the otherIHF is currently seeking At-Home Volunteers for our International Online Outreach Team. The position includes reaching out to a global network of volunteers and help to inspire and grow a worldwide movement.
This position provides global training and global connections from your home, at your convenience. Our At-Home Volunteers come from around the world and form online teams essential to our Children’s Homes and Community Centers.
Volunteering in this division provides a great opportunity to further your understanding of the fascinating world of international non-profit online outreach, boost your CV, and to enhance social media and public relations skills as you reach out to volunteers through a multitude of mediums.
Actively Interviewing
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!
We are based in Camden, Hammersmith & Fulham, Kensington & Chelsea, Lambeth and Westminster.
At Doorstep Library, we’re dedicated to bringing the magic of books and the joy of reading directly into the homes of children who need our support.
With 1 in 4 children in the UK leaving primary school unable to read or write properly, we recruit and train in-person and online volunteers to introduce children from under-resourced areas to the pleasure of reading.
What’s Involved?
As a Doorstep Library reading volunteer, you’ll visit the same families at their homes every week with a backpack full of books to share with the children and encourage their love of reading.
You will:
- Handpick books based on the children’s age, interests, and reading level
- Visit their homes with your volunteer partner for 20-minute reading sessions
- Leave behind a selection of books for the children to borrow for the week
Our unique home-based approach allows our volunteers to build trusting relationships with families, helping them to connect with the community and equip them with the skills they need to succeed later in life.
When and Where?
We have volunteer opportunities in: Hammersmith, Parsons Green, Fulham Broadway, Shepherds Bush, East Acton, Latimer Road, Euston, Kings Cross, Marylebone, Edgware Road, Queens Park, Pimlico, Brixton, Tulse Hill, and World's End.
- Time commitment: One evening a week (Regular Volunteer), one evening every other week (Semi-Regular Volunteer) or once every 3 weeks (Stand-In Volunteer) during school term times
- Hours per week: 2.5
- Days: Our projects run on Mondays, Tuesdays, or Thursdays depending on where you are based from 4:30pm – 7:00pm
Skills/Experience Needed
- Be able to make a regular weekly commitment or once every 3 weeks for a Stand-In Volunteer during school term time
- Be compliant with our safeguarding procedures, complete an Enhanced DBS, Child Barred List check, and provide 2 references
- Enjoy spending time with children and believe in education for all
- Have comfortable fluency in English
- Be non-judgmental and respectful of a variety of lifestyles and children’s learning
- Have excellent communication skills – be able to listen to families and communicate effectively with Project Leaders (including via text/emails/calls with Doorstep Library staff)
- Be reliable – always attending a pre-agreed session and giving plenty of notice in advance of absences
- Be friendly – to build good relationships with families, your volunteer partner and the rest of the team
- Be confident – to lead the session or mentor a new volunteer
- Be patient, persistent and flexible – tailoring your approach to each family’s needs
Doorstep Library is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people, and all those it comes into contact with. All volunteers undergo rigorous safer recruitment processes including specified interview questions, a DBS check, and the collection of written and/or verbal references. Safeguarding training is a mandatory part of the induction process for all volunteers, and they are expected to always adhere to our safeguarding policies and procedures.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Actively Interviewing
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!
Target: graduate forums, retiree forums/magazines, gap year forums, universities (social science departments)
Advert to be used:
Those of us who have received a free education pass it on by helping others less fortunate by teaching, interacting and learning. With just a few hours a week, our volunteers, children and sponsors are changing the world we live in.
IHF is a non-religious, non-political, non-profit organization that strongly believes in an equal opportunity for all and in preserving the cultures, traditions and beliefs of the marginalized communities iHalf of International Humanity Foundation’s (IHF) mission is to educate the poor and the otherIHF is currently seeking At-Home Volunteers for our International Online Outreach Team. The position includes reaching out to a global network of volunteers and help to inspire and grow a worldwide movement.
This position provides global training and global connections from your home, at your convenience. Our At-Home Volunteers come from around the world and form online teams essential to our Children’s Homes and Community Centers.
Volunteering in this division provides a great opportunity to further your understanding of the fascinating world of international non-profit online outreach, boost your CV, and to enhance social media and public relations skills as you reach out to volunteers through a multitude of mediums.
Actively Interviewing
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!
At-Home Online Outreach Volunteer ad
Target: graduate forums, retiree forums/magazines, gap year forums, universities (social
science departments)
Advert to be used:
Those of us who have received a free education pass it on by helping others less fortunate by
teaching, interacting and learning. With just a few hours a week, our volunteers, children and
sponsors are changing the world we live in.
IHF is a non-religious, non-political, non-profit organization that strongly believes in an equal
opportunity for all and in preserving the cultures, traditions and beliefs of the marginalized
communities iHalf of International Humanity Foundation’s (IHF) mission is to educate the poor
and the otherIHF is currently seeking At-Home Volunteers for our International Online Outreach
Team. The position includes reaching out to a global network of volunteers and help to inspire
and grow a worldwide movement.
This position provides global training and global connections from your home, at your
convenience. Our At-Home Volunteers come from around the world and form online teams
essential to our Children’s Homes and Community Centers.
Volunteering in this division provides a great opportunity to further your understanding of the
fascinating world of international non-profit online outreach, boost your CV, and to enhance
social media and public relations skills as you reach out to volunteers through a multitude of
mediums.
Please note this is a volunteering position.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Actively Interviewing
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!
Caring Volunteers Needed: Are you concerned about our world’s future? You can have a positive impact and meet people Internationally, from your home, as you have a spare hour here and there each month. Do you enjoy Human Relations and thrive working in the human relations division of any Institution, University or Association? Then we need you.
As an online “ At Home” Volunteer, you will be working with people from a wide variety of countries and cultures, all believing in passing on the right to basic education, the importance of cultural exchange, and giving voice to the voiceless.
The Position: We ask Volunteers to contribute a minimum of one hour a month. Within our Human Resource Division you will be learning to process applicants from around the world, assigning them to appropriate Teams and coordinating the Team Leads training sessions and monthly meetings. While English is required, you will learn to be comfortable with various global accents as well as proficient in your Interviewing skills and background research. You will practice team organizing & management skills. Depending on which teams you join, you will learn non profit contracts, global time zone coordination and other very basic, practical skills when working with people Internationally and online.
IHF Overview
The International Humanity Foundation (IHF) is a 501 c3 International Non- profit, founded in 2001. Our two-fold mission is (1) to Educate marginalized children—activating their highest potential and nurturing healthy, loving communities around them. The happiness of our worlds children rises above all political and religious differences; And equates to the quality of our worlds happiness tomorrow. — (2) to Educate global citizens through communication and real life experiences, (online and in person), about the realities of marginalized communities; while teaching practical skills in aiding needed efforts, thus giving voice to the voiceless.
For over twenty years, IHF has offered children and adults (from young through retirement) venues for learning and safely practicing leadership skills.
IHF is a unique organization. It believes in absolute transparency and functions almost entirely through the efforts of its hundreds of unpaid volunteers from all over the world. Our volunteers give their time, skills, energy, and love, working toward a better world for all, one child, one human, at a time. We believe caring, quiet growth produces deep healthy roots.
Actively Interviewing
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!
Home-Start believes that the earliest years make the biggest impact. Our work is with families who have (at least) one child under five and that are facing challenges such as loneliness, postnatal depression, or multiple births. We train volunteers to visit the family once a week, supporting them in a variety of emotional and practical ways. This is for 2 to 3 hours a week, one day per week.
By visiting a family in their own home, our volunteers represent a lifeline to families who are struggling to cope. They offer non-judgemental, confidential support in a way that is tailored to the needs of that individual family. By doing this, our volunteers support them to grow in confidence, strengthen their relationships with their children, and forge links within their local community.
Our approach works because our volunteers have parenting experience or experience with children, and they understand the stresses and strains of life. They are there to listen; not to judge.
To volunteer with Home-Start, we ask that you are a good listener, have an interest in supporting families, and are able to volunteer in the daytime for a minimum of 6 months. You should have experience with children/families, a desire to help and support others and have a 'can-do' attitude.
You might not think it, but your lived experience, your unique background, and the languages you speak, could hugely benefit the families we support. You can work alongside them to help them regain their confidence and resilience. In doing so, you can directly increase the chance of local children growing up happier and healthier.
Full training is provided (25- hour course) and an enhanced DBS check will be required.
Languages particularly needed: Albanian, Arabic, Syrian Arabic, Farsi, Dari, Bengali, Pashto, British Sign Language.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Actively Interviewing
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!
Volunteer - Homeline befriending project
Homeline is a befriending project for older people based in Hammersmith and Fulham. We are looking for enthusiastic and committed people to join our team, who ideally live in or near H&F or work in the area and can spare an hour or two weekly.
Activities might involve:
* provide a listening ear
* read to a person with visual impairment
* accompany for walks to a local park or appointments.
Join our friendly team & enjoy the benefits of role training, DBS and continued support.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Actively Interviewing
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!
About Home-Start Barnet, Brent & Harrow
Home-Start helps families with young children through their challenging times. We support families in the boroughs of Barnet, Brent and Harrow who are facing issues such as loneliness, isolation, financial difficulties, anxiety, post-natal depression, ill health, multiple births or disabilities. We help them grow in confidence, strengthen their relationships with their children and forge links with the local community.
About the Role:
We are seeking a new Chair to join our Board. As our Chair, you will be passionate about our mission, and will have the drive and motivation to lead the Trustee Board to achieving our goals. We expect that you will have some experience of senior leadership and the ability to offer strategic support and direction to the charity.
Desirable Knowledge and Skills:
- Charity Governance and Compliance
- Strong leadership and decision-making abilities
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
- Ability to work collaboratively with diverse stakeholders
- Experience in the nonprofit sector in a paid or voluntary capacity
- Understanding of the challenges faced by families in the community
We are very committed to developing a diverse board that is representative of the local families we work with and understand the complex challenges many of them face. This might include lived experience of parenting challenges, migration, being from a minoritised racial community, life on a low income, being LGBTQ+, neurodivergent or having a disability. We also welcome applications from those with experience of our work, as a supporter, a family or volunteer.
Previous experience of being a trustee is welcome but not necessary – we can provide a thorough induction and support for those wishing to gain their first trustee role.
If you have questions about the role and would like to have an informal conversation, please contact us and we would be happy to arrange a call.
To apply, provide your CV and a Supporting Statement (no more than one A4 page) that sets out why you are interested in this role and highlights the experiences and qualities you believe make you suitable.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
***This is an unpaid voluntary role***
Make an amazing difference in someone’s life through being a friendly face connecting them with the outside world, reducing isolation and loneliness and bringing a much-needed smile to their day.
Our award-winning Kilburn Good Neighbours scheme has been a lifeline for over 60s in Kilburn and West Hampstead for almost 25 years. Volunteers visit members regularly in their homes, building a relationship with them and working with the Kilburn Good Neighbours lead to communicate any additional needs they have. Some volunteers also support with odd jobs like shopping, escorting the member to the centre or DIY tasks. Training and induction is provided.
Qualities you need for this role
- Chatty, friendly, open-minded people, preferably living locally
- Able to maintain good boundaries
- Reliable, dependable and great at timekeeping
- This role requires an enhanced DBS check, which we will organise
When you'll be needed
- A minimum of 1 hour per week, for a minimum of 6-12 month
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Actively Interviewing
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!
Are you a parent, grandparent or have experience of caring for children?
Do you have 2-3 hours per week to spare? Use your experience to support a family facing challenging times.
Our Home-Visiting Service supports families who are experiencing difficulties or suffering stress and who have at least one child under the age of five years.
Our aims are:
To increase the confidence and independence of the family by:
Offering support, friendship and practical assistance
Visiting families in their own homes and in their community, where the dignity and identity of each adult and child can be respected and protected
Reassuring parents that difficulties in bringing up children is not unusual and encouraging them to enjoy family life.
Developing a relationship with the family in which time can be shared and understanding can be developed. This approach is flexible to take account of different needs.
Encouraging parents’ strengths and emotional wellbeing – for the ultimate benefit of their children.
Encouraging families to widen their network of relationships, and to effectively use the support and services available within the community.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.