Human Resources Volunteer Volunteer Roles

Mentor Liaison Officer - Youth Mix Mentor Programme 

Youth Mix is a new start-up young people’s charity that aims to become an award-winning charity that’s about “Inspiring A Generation” empowering young people to be change-makers in their communities, as well as through projects that UNITE communities, EDUCATE on social issues, INSPIRE a generation of leaders and CREATE active citizens. 

ROLE SUMMARY  

We are looking for a Mentor Liaision Officer to join our team supporting our exciting new mentor programme.  This role will be reporting to the Operations Manager but will also work closely with the HR Manager as well as other key project people.

This volunteer will be our key contact for our Youth Mix Mentors. They will provide regular communication between Youth Mix and mentors, such as induction emails and meetings to confirm expectations as a mentor, monitoring the completion of mandatory training, updating them on progress of the project, updates on assigning a mentee and supporting their needs as required.

ROLE TITLE:  

Mentor Liaison Officer 

HOURS:  

Up to 6 hours a week 

COMMITMENT PERIOD: 

Minimum of 6 month, up to 18 months 

RESPONSIBLE TO:  

Operations Manager / HR Manager 

LOCATION:  

Remote with in person meetings in London 

Key duties will include the following: 

• Work with the HR Manager to complete the onboarding of mentors.   

• Work with the team to ensure timely allocation of mentee to mentor. 

• Work with the team to actively resolve any issues that prevent mentors from performing their duties.  

• Ensure mentors complete mandatory training. Check on progress, assign the right courses, collect and store certificates, updating the tracker and ensure timely reimbursements as necessary.  

• Keep up to date with any changes required to training courses and/or processes to ensure they are relevant. Suggest updates and improvements to mentor documentation as required.  

• Obtain feedback from mentors to improve the Mentoring Programme as appropriate.  

• Support the charity (from a mentor lens) as required by the Programme Manager/HR Manager and CEO to achieve the objectives of the project.  

You must have: 

• Experience of working in a mentoring-based position 

• UK Charity experience and or experience of working in the UK with young people 

• Experience of onboarding new entrants  

• Good administration and record keeping skills 

How to apply  

Email us your CV with the reference MLO924, via the Charity Jobs button and once your application has been reviewed and if you are successful, we will contact you to arrange an interview.  

PLEASE NOTE: Due to the high number of applications we are expecting to receive for this role, we are not able to respond individually to candidates concerning their applications.

Therefore, if after the application stage of the process, if you do not hear from us 4 weeks from the date of submitting your application, please consider your application unsuccessful on this occasion. We will then send you a short application form for you to complete and email back to us. Once your application has been reviewed and if you are successful we will contact you to arrange a telephone interview.

Location: ellenor Hospice Gravesend

Hours: from 2-6 hrs per week
Times: Flexible
Days: Flexible

Are you passionate about organisation and community support? Do you have a knack for coordinating schedules and managing teams? If so, we need you to help lead our dedicated volunteers in the Catering and Housekeeping departments at ellenor Hospice!

The Role:

As the Volunteer Coordinator for Catering and Housekeeping, you’ll be the driving force behind the smooth operation of our departments. Your role will include:

• Managing Rotas: Creating and overseeing volunteer schedules to ensure coverage and efficiency in both the Catering and Housekeeping teams
• Recruiting and Training: Identifying and onboarding new volunteers, providing them with the necessary training and support
• Supervising Volunteers: Offering guidance and support to volunteers, addressing any concerns or issues that arise, ensuring all volunteers are compliant with mandatory training
• Maintaining Communication: Acting as the main point of contact between volunteers and the department, ensuring clear and effective communication
• Coordinating Activities: Organising and overseeing daily tasks to ensure that catering and housekeeping operations run smoothly and meet the high standards of the hospice

Skills and Qualifications:

• Strong Organisational Skills: Ability to create efficient schedules and manage multiple tasks simultaneously
• Excellent Communication: Good written English, Confident in liaising with volunteers, staff, and management to ensure smooth operations, excellent interpersonal and communication skills and the aptitude and ability to learn in the role
• Leadership Abilities: Experience in supervising or managing teams, with a supportive and motivational approach
• Attention to Detail: Ensuring that all tasks and schedules are completed accurately and to a high standard
• Previous Experience: Experience in volunteer coordination, administration, management or a similar role is preferred, but not essential

Why You'll Love This Role:

• Make a Real Impact: Your coordination will directly contribute to the well-being of patients and the efficiency of our departments
• Be Part of a Supportive Community: Join a team that values your contributions and is dedicated to making a difference
• Professional Development: Gain valuable experience in volunteer management and team coordination

Ready to Lead and Inspire?
If you’re organised, communicative, and excited to make a difference, we’d love to hear from you! Apply today to become the Volunteer Coordinator for Catering and Housekeeping at ellenor Hospice and help us deliver exceptional care and support to our community.

Please note to volunteer in the hospice applicants must be over the age of 18, have the right to volunteer in the UK and require a Standard DBS.

This is not a paid role.

The Pelvic Radiation Disease Association (PRDA) is looking for a Chair of Trustees to provide strategic leadership for the charity, working in partnership with our Operations Manager and supported by a committed team of Trustees.

Who we are

Pelvic Radiation Disease (PRD) is a long-term side-effect (‘late effect’) of pelvic radiotherapy treatment affecting an estimated 100,000 people in the UK.  People affected by PRD often have a complex set of symptoms affecting the bowel, bladder, sexual function or other functions for many years after radiotherapy, sometimes only appearing several years after radiotherapy treatment

PRDA is a small UK charity whose objectives are to see that the effects of PRD are minimised, that people affected by PRD are given the best possible care and treatment, and that PRD is accepted as a serious problem and given the attention it deserves.

Duties of the Chair

In addition to the duties of a Trustee, the Chair will:

• Provide strategic leadership to the charity and the Board, ensuring that PRDA achieves its mission.
• Work in partnership with the Operations Manager and team to achieve our mission.
• Lead the board in ensuring that it fulfils its responsibilities for the governance of the organisation.
• Optimise the relationship between the board and PRDA’s staff and volunteers.
• Plan and chair the board meetings and the AGM, with others as appropriate.
• Act as a spokesperson and figurehead for PRDA. 

What PRDA is looking for

Each trustee must have:

• a commitment to the vision and aims of the Pelvic Radiation Disease Association
• willingness to meet the minimum time requirement 
• integrity 
• strategic vision 
• good, independent judgement 
• an ability to think creatively 
• a willingness to speak their mind 
• an understanding and acceptance of the legal duties, responsibilities and liabilities of trusteeship 
• an ability to work effectively as a member of a team and to take decisions for the good of PRDA.

Ideally, trustees should also have one or more of the following: 

• Understanding of the impact of Pelvic Radiation Disease on people’s lives either through personal or professional connections, or be willing to learn about this; 
• Prior experience of committee/trustee work; 
• Knowledge of the type of work undertaken by PRDA (helpline, support groups, online support, health professional engagement, awareness-raising) and/or fundraising for a small charity, and
• Leadership skills.

Please see the full job description for more detail. 

For an informal discussion about the role please contact David Jillings, PRDA Treasurer & Vice-chair.

Latin American House (LAH) is an organisation led by and for Latin Americans in the UK. Our work is dedicated to supporting the needs of the Latin American community in London and beyond, particularly those most disadvantaged or at risk, for example, those enduring living and working conditions in low-paid jobs, facing barriers to social protection, elderly and those without skills or knowledge of social support systems in the UK. The individuals and families using our services benefit from efficient and practical support, learn new skills and improve their opportunities. We strive to provide essential tools to Latin Americans to empower themselves in their pursuit of personal and social change.

As a Welfare Advice Assistant Volunteer, you will play a crucial role in providing support to individuals seeking assistance with welfare-related issues. You will work closely with welfare advisors to offer guidance, information, and support to clients facing various challenges, such as financial difficulties, housing issues, or access to essential services. Your dedication will directly contribute to improving the well-being and quality of life for those in need within our community.

Welfare advice services help with benefits and housing support, giving a big picture of the UK benefits system. This volunteer role lets you explore this system while helping people directly. It's an opportunity for those wanting to learn about tracking data and evaluation, as your work helps create important reports for funders. Working together is important in this role, as you'll be closely with other advisers like staff, partners, and fellow volunteers.

North Yorkshire – specific locations are York, Harrogate, Scarborough, Whitby, Northallerton, Selby and Skipton

Ref: FRA-243

Are you proactive, flexible and compassionate with a proven record of providing support, advice and advocacy to vulnerable clients and have the ability to communicate this knowledge in a variety of ways?  If so, St Giles is looking for highly motivated individuals to join our team as Volunteer Peer Advisors working on our pioneering Footsteps service for women.

We are looking for female applicants only for this role as it is an all-women’s service. The Equality Act 2010, Schedule 9, Part 1, Paragraph 1 applies to this post.

About St Giles Trust

An ambitious, well-established charity that helps people facing adversity to find jobs, homes and the right support they need.  Central to our ethos is our belief that people with first-hand experience of successfully overcoming issues such as an offending background, homelessness, addictions and gang involvement, hold the key to positive change in others.  

Who are we?
St Giles is an award-winning social justice charity using expertise and real-life past experiences to empower people who are not getting the help they need. People held back by poverty, exploited, abused, dealing with addiction or mental health problems, caught up in crime or a combination of these issues and others. We show people there is a way to build a better future for themselves and those they care about and help them create this through support, advice, and training. Our peer-led services form the backbone of our work, putting people with lived experience at the centre of delivery, design, and evaluation of support and services across the UK.

The Wise Group is a leading social enterprise which is proud to be making a difference to people’s lives. We’re proud because we help people to find jobs, provide advice to people struggling to heat their homes and support people to find their feet following time in prison. To do this, the Wise Group works in partnership with everyone from large businesses to national and local government and third sector organisations who provide essential specialist support to our customers. Together, we’re greater than the sum of our parts.

The Wise Group and St Giles came together a few years ago to form a partnership with the aim of supporting the Probation Resettlement reforms by offering a high-quality service underpinned by staff who have lived experience and cultural competency. To date we have been awarded more than 20 contracts to deliver Personal Wellbeing, Finance, Benefit & Debt and Women’s Services across England and Wales.

About this key role

Guided by Women’s Wellbeing Coaches who will support and help you throughout, as a volunteer Peer Advisor you will support the women using a variety of methods to help reduce the risk of reoffending and encourage positive lifestyle choices.  You will provide mentoring for clients in a positive manner, in a way that helps them reach their specific goals, while also advocating on behalf of the clients and providing practical advice, which can include contacting other services or professionals on your client’s behalf and/or accompanying them at meetings.

We will count on you to maintain accurate records of your activity involving support provided to clients and to develop and maintain positive and professional working relationships with all members of staff at St Giles Trust and other professionals in the community.  Undertaking any relevant training requested to support your success and development is also key to this role.

What we are looking for

• An understanding of the possible issues faced by females involved or at risk of becoming involved in the criminal justice system
• Lived experience of the criminal justice system (desirable)
• Excellent written and communication skills, including familiarity with form filling, letter writing and advocacy and following instructions
• Impressive relationship-building and interpersonal skills
• A flexible, collaborative and professional approach to your work.

Please note this role requires that successful candidates must undergo an Enhanced DBS check, on the basis that the post involves contact with vulnerable participants and colleagues.

In return, you can expect a competitive salary, generous leave allowance, staff pension, flexible working, a mentoring programme, an advice and counselling service, clinical therapist sessions, life insurance (4 x annual salary), duvet days, season ticket loan, employee perks programme, eye care voucher and much more.

We are an equity and inclusion confident employer. We welcome all applications, and we particularly encourage applications from people of the global majority (black, brown, multi- heritage) and those who identify as disabled, neuroexpansive, neurodiverse, with any protected characteristics and/or social barriers or challenges. We value the empowering and informative impact that all lived experiences and diversity of thought can offer the organisation.

St Giles will guarantee to interview all disabled applicants who meet the minimum criteria set out in the Job Description for the vacancy.

To apply please request an application form from our HR Team, via the apply button, stating the job title and ref number

Closing date: 4 November 2024 at 11 p.m.Interview date:  15 November 202

Placement Volunteers at the British Red Cross are highly valued for the skills and energy they bring. We aim to provide our placement volunteers with an insight into the daily workings of the world’s largest humanitarian organisation. They will have access to relevant in-house training and development opportunities during their placement with possible ad hoc opportunities to get involved in other areas of activity.

Your role as a placement volunteer will help make a great contribution to the work of the British Red Cross. You will take responsibility for achieving specific objectives that are agreed with you within one of the various departments across the UK. You will have a real responsibility and place in the department, bringing some of your skills and experience to the role; you will also have the chance to develop workplace skills. While we don’t offer voluntary internships, we are happy for you to describe yourself as an intern on your CV, if you feel that would be helpful.

Hours: The placement is due to run for a period of 4 to 6 weeks. The placement will take place across 2 o 3 days, flexible hours, Mondays to Fridays 9am to 5pm. The volunteering hours are negotiable to balance your needs and what can be achieved in the role.

Location: The placement will take place on a remote basis, from the volunteer's home, but there may be occasional travel to London and/or other regional offices to attend and support at meetings.

Bursary Scheme: The British Red Cross offers a bursary scheme to those placement volunteers from low-income households. Eligibility will be determined through a separate application process open to all short-listed candidates. All British Red Cross volunteers are entitled to out-of-pocket reasonable expenses. For this scheme we are defining low-income households as: Inside London: Living with family or partner £25,000 or under. Living independently £22.500 or under Outside London: Living with family or partner £18,500 or under. Living independently £16,500 or under

Diversity: We welcome applications from people of different backgrounds, experience and circumstances. We seek to ensure that our organisation and our services are relevant and accessible to all, with equality, diversity and fairness at the core of what we do. We invite applications from individuals regardless of their gender, race, ethnicity, nationality, disability, age, sexual orientation, religion or political belief and are committed to promoting fair participation and equality of opportunity for all of our applicants.

The British Red Cross is committed to being inclusive, with a diverse workforce. We encourage applications from people from the widest possible diversity of backgrounds, cultures and experiences – including disabled and ethnic minority candidates. We value fresh perspectives and insights gained by involving and welcoming people from the widest possible diversity of background, culture and experience. This is to contribute to the breadth of experience we need to respond to people in crisis.

The Community Education product team are looking for an aspiring content developer to support a co-production project working on our resilience building education for young people and their educators.

Our free humanitarian education aims to support educators across the UK with teaching resources, session plans and professional development courses. One of the key parts of our programme is our resilience topic, including resources which help young people to cope with challenges.

We are looking to improve our resilience resources in co-production with young people. This volunteer placement would be involved in running the co-production sessions with young people from across the UK, gathering insights and ideas. The role will assist our content development team to implement these ideas by creating new humanitarian educational resources.

We want to ensure that our resilience building resources are relevant and exciting for young people, including accessible formats of learning and focusing on challenges young people are really facing. Your insights will bring a new perspective to the team, helping us to engage young people during both the co-production project and through the final resource you help to produce.

What you will be doing:

• Gathering and interpreting insights from young people to inform and propose decisions about the educational products created.
• Writing, editing and reviewing educational products.

Skills you will need:

• Interpersonal and communication skills to engage participants in the co-production project and work collaboratively as part of the team.
• Strong writing, editing and proofreading skills to create engaging and relevant learning activities, guidance for teachers and more.
• Time management skills as you may be working on multiple parts of the project at one time.

What's in it for you

• Meet new people and be part of a supportive and inclusive team
• A great opportunity to develop your existing skills and gain new ones
• All training and induction for the role (there is no charge for training)
• Reasonable pre-agreed travel expenses for the role including for attending training
• An opportunity to be part of the world’s largest humanitarian organisation and the knowledge that you are making a difference to people’s lives

Please ensure you mention your education, experience & skills you acquire related to this role in your application.

About us

Women and Girls Network (WGN) is a pan-London organisation that supports women and girls affected by all forms of gendered-based violence. Our overall aim is to promote, preserve and restore the mental health and well-being of women and girls who have experienced, or are at risk of, gendered-based violence, whilst working towards a society free of gendered-based violence.

We do this by:

• Providing women-only holistic and seamless therapeutic services, which meet women and girls’ needs and contribute to total and sustainable recovery from the experiences of violence.
• Evidencing the impact of gendered-based violence and presenting this information in appropriate forums to affect social change in attitudes towards, and responses to, gendered-based violence.
• Developing good practice in the sector by providing training and guidance on specialist service provision and the development of culturally appropriate service delivery.

About the opportunities

WGN is now looking for additional committed women professionals to join our existing dynamic and dedicated Trustees, we are seeking number of trustees including treasurer. We are in particular encouraging Black African or Caribbean candidates  to apply to align with the agenda of WGN.

Our ideal trustees:

• Are committed to supporting women and girls affected by gendered-based violence
• Have feminist/womanist and anti-racist values and principles
• Have a strong understanding of intersectionality
• Have the ability to think strategically and creatively about service delivery and development
• Have an understanding of the women’s / VAWG / voluntary sector
• Want to advance WGN’s aims and objectives
• Have well-developed leadership skills
• Have previous governance experience (desirable).

About you

The ideal candidates will also offer expertise, skills and experience in one of the following areas:

• Financial management
• Human resources management
• Strategic development
• Safeguarding
• Legal
• Policies and procedures related to WGN’s work.

Additional information

Trustees are required to attend six meetings a year. In addition, trustees are required to attend induction training and Away Days are usually held once a year. There may also be sub-committees that Trustees wish to join, and one Trustee member is invited to be on interview panels for any senior management recruitment. Trustees are also required to read documents and emails between meetings.

How to apply

Please visit our website to download the vacancy documents. Completed applications and equal opportunities monitoring forms should be submitted by 9am on Monday 21 October 2024.

Further Information

We will aim to get back to you within four weeks of your application with an invitation if you are successful. If you have not received a response to your application within 4 weeks you can assume your application has unfortunately not been successful on this occasion.

Please note if you are successful at the application and interview stages, you will be required to attend WGN’s Induction Training.

All posts are subject to pre-volunteering checks including DBS, references, and social media background screening.

WGN is an equal opportunities employer.

The above post is exempt under the Equality Act 2010, Schedule 9, Part 1

Join the International Humanity Foundation (IHF) as a Global Leadership Development

(GLD) Management Volunteer!

Are you passionate about nurturing future leaders and enhancing global leadership skills? The

International Humanity Foundation (IHF) is looking for dedicated volunteers to manage and

support our Global Leadership Development (GLD) program.

Role: GLD Management Volunteer (Part-Time)

Responsibilities:

- Oversee the implementation and progress of the GLD program.

- Ensure that volunteers and participants receive the correct training materials and MOUs.

- Monitor the signing and submission of MOUs by all participants.

- Maintain accurate records of participant progress and compliance.

- Coordinate with the HR and training teams to address any issues or improvements.

- Provide regular updates and reports on the status of the GLD program.

Requirements:

- Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.

- Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities.

- Experience in leadership development or training programs is a plus.

- Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

- Commitment to IHF’s mission and values.

- Ability to dedicate a few hours per week to this volunteer role.

What We Offer:

- An opportunity to support global leadership and development efforts.

- Experience in managing and implementing leadership programs.

- Personal and professional growth opportunities.

- A supportive and collaborative team environment.

Join us in developing the leaders of tomorrow and making a global impact!

We look forward to welcoming you to our team!

Together, we can achieve great things.

Join the Quality Control Team at the International Humanity Foundation (IHF)!

Are you detail-oriented and passionate about maintaining high standards? Do you have a knack for HR and a commitment to ensuring quality education and training? The International Humanity Foundation (IHF) is looking for dedicated volunteers to join our Quality Control Team!

 About Us

IHF is a global NGO dedicated to providing quality education and support to children and communities in need. Our mission is to make a positive impact through education, volunteerism, and humanitarian efforts.

 Role: Quality Control Team Member (Volunteer)

Responsibilities:

- Monitor and evaluate the quality of training provided to all IHF members.

- Ensure that active members receive comprehensive and effective training.

- Collaborate with the HR team to identify and address training needs and improvements.

- Maintain accurate records of training sessions and assessments.

- Provide feedback and recommendations for enhancing training programs.

Requirements:

- Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.

- Experience or interest in Human Resources (HR) is a plus.

- Excellent communication and teamwork abilities.

- Commitment to IHF’s mission and values.

- Ability to dedicate a few hours per week to this volunteer role.

What We Offer:

- A chance to make a meaningful impact on global education and humanitarian efforts.

- Experience in quality control and HR functions within an international NGO.

- Opportunities for personal and professional growth.

- A supportive and collaborative team environment.

Join us in our mission to ensure quality training for all IHF members and help us make a difference in the world!

We look forward to welcoming you to our team!

Together, we can achieve great things.

We are looking for a dynamic finance professional to join our Board of Trustees in the role of Treasurer, ideally with a background in strategy and governance. You will share our passion for addressing child literacy issues in the under 12s from disadvantaged areas, and our vision of all children thriving in homes where a love of reading is embraced.

We are a small friendly team, busy engaging with children and their families on the ground and online, and you will be responsible for ensuring that our Charity’s finances are managed appropriately and effectively. The role requires attendance at 4 Board meetings per year and the occasional ad hoc representation at events/meetings. 

If you are interested, please apply with a CV and covering letter via the Quick Apply button below.

DigitallyHR

Women make up over 70% of HR roles globally, yet they often earn less than their male counterparts. Moreover, in Africa, there is a significant digital divide—men generally have greater access to technology and digital skills compared to women. As AI becomes more prevalent, these gaps are not only persisting but potentially widening. AI can exacerbate the digital divide if women lack access to the latest technology and digital training. Additionally, this divide can further entrench the gender pay gap, as those with advanced digital skills are often better positioned for higher-paying roles. Without intervention, the risk is that AI and digital advancements could reinforce existing inequalities rather than bridging them.

DIgitallyHR is community dedicated to empowering HR professionals to bridge these divides. DigitallyHR provides a space to learn digital skills, access valuable resources, and a platform to utilize AI tools to automate daily tasks.

Join us let's make AI an empowering tool, especially for women in the HR profession.

Content Manager (Blogs & Newsletters)

Role Description

Responsibilities:

• Write, edit, and publish blog posts related to HR, digital skills, and AI automation.
• Curate and manage the weekly newsletter.
• Ensure content aligns with the overall brand strategy and voice.
• Collaborate with the social media manager to promote content on various platforms.

Skills Needed:

• Strong writing and editing skills.
• Knowledge of SEO best practices.
• Familiarity with email marketing tools like MailChimp
• Ability to work with content management systems (CMS) like WordPress.

Weekly Time Commitment

7-9 hours per week

Duration of Volunteer Role

1-2 months remotely

The Communications Volunteer will write and coordinate our external communications. This includes CAW’s regular newsletter, stories and general information on our website, and campaign and research pieces. You will work alongside both our Research and Campaigns volunteers and key staff members.

• Work closely with our advice, partnership and community outreach team members to identify stories, case studies, advice and volunteering opportunities to promote

• Have the opportunity to write a regular newsletter for community partners and stakeholders to promote the work of Citizens Advice Westminster

• Produce short copy to promote our services for a variety of sources including our website and social media

• Explore and pilot new ways to promote our services to Westminster residents who currently don’t use our services, including through digital media

• Work with the Social Policy, Fundraising and Digital Media team to create high quality written content for campaigns and promotional materials

• Contribute to fundraising efforts by producing copy for general appeals, individual and group emails and our website

• Proofread and edit copy produced by others when requested

Skills, experience and time commitment

• Enthusiasm and commitment to work alongside a motivated team providing advice and information for residents across Westminster

• Excellent writing, communication and “people” skills

• Experience in writing informative, persuasive or neutral content depending on the purpose of and audience for the communication

• Self-motivation and the ability to work independently

• IT skills necessary to support research across numerous existing Citizens Advice databases and platforms 

• Knowledge and experience of marketing and communications which is transferrable to Citizens Advice

• Experience with digital media, layout/design, creating presentations and/or fundraising would be advantageous but are not essential for this role.

Ability to commit 1 or 2 days a week to the role on a regular basis; location is flexible but it is helpful to be able to come to CAW at least a couple of times each month and to participate in Advice Forums and other regular activities as these provide useful insights into our work and our clients’ experiences

WHAT WE OFFER YOU

• Our Head of People Development and Volunteering will support you as you join CAW and ensure that you get any training that you might need

• You will join a positive, supportive and friendly team of volunteers and paid staff

• All our volunteers are an integral part of our team. You are invited to attend regular trainings, to join social events and to support group activities

• Your line manager will provide regular individual meetings and support

• You will have access to national Citizens Advice e-learning, networks and resources.

• It is CAW policy that volunteers should get out-of-pocket expenses.

WHAT ELSE YOU NEED TO KNOW

Equal opportunities Citizens Advice Westminster is committed to equal opportunities, and all staff and volunteers are expected to share this commitment. This means actively opposing all forms of discrimination and ensuring that the service is equally available to all people.

Confidentiality Everything that you see and hear in the organisation is private. All staff and volunteers must sign an agreement to observe a strict rule of confidentiality before they begin their role.

How to apply-You will need to complete the online application form. If successful we will invite you for an informal interview where we will discuss your role, interests, and skills.

What happens after I have filled in the application form? Your application will be reviewed by the Head of People Development and Volunteering who will contact you for a conversation about your interest in volunteering at CAW. You may be asked to undertake a basic skills assessment and participate in an interview. The process will be friendly and supportive! If you have any questions about the volunteer roles prior to completing your application please contact 

The Avon Centre is a riding, therapeutic and outdoor-learning centre based in a wonderful woodland setting by Blaise Castle. We are already recognised for our high standards in our work with Disabled people, including physically, sensory and learning Disabled people, and we are branching out into supporting people facing other forms of disadvantages.

The people who use our facilities gain so much in terms of physical and mental-health, confidence and new friendships.

By joining our Board, you’ll be ensuring we can continue to make a real difference to the lives of the children, young people and adults who use our facilities.

We are looking to recruit up to 3 new trustees. You’ll have a commitment to our purpose and ethos, plus experience in one of the following areas;

• HR

• Land and buildings management

• Funding and finance

The time commitment will vary but you’ll definitely get back everything you put in! The minimum commitment is attendance at 4 meetings per year, held in Bristol at the Centre.

We are particularly interested to hear from you if you have lived experience you’d be willing to share to help us make our services even more accessible.

It would be helpful if you already have trustee or other experience of the voluntary sector but not essential. Whether you are an experienced Trustee or wanting to take the first step at Board level, if you share our ethos, we'd like to hear from you.

All Trustees with The Avon Centre are required to complete a DBS (and other) checks prior to their appointment. A copy of our Safe & Fair Recruitment Policy can be found on the website.

WHO WE ARE

Causeway is a national charity that exists to create lasting change for marginalised and vulnerable people.  This includes survivors of modern slavery and those caught in cycles of exploitation and crime. We have been supporting thousands of individuals to make progress and thrive for more than 10 years, and we currently work with over 2,000 services users each year.  We offer a person-centred approach to trauma support, so that those on their recovery journey feel seen and heard, but not judged or defined by their experiences.

ROLE SUMMARY

How this role fits into the vision and objectives of Causeway

LifeSupply provides material items to survivors of modern slavery.  This includes toiletries, bedding, clothes, phones, furniture, personal care items, household essentials, food, toys and gifts.  Over £100,000 worth of items were distributed in 2023.

The department receives lots of donations such as such as bedding, clothing and toiletries. We then receive around 10-20 orders from survivors weekly who are in need of these essential items, however we are limited in how many orders we can fulfil due to staff time restraints. We are therefore looking to hire a committed and responsible volunteer to help with this.

As a LifeSupply volunteer, you will assist in organising these incoming donations and packing orders to distribute out to survivors. You will have the opportunity to directly impact the lives of survivors as they take steps towards independence and integration.

What you can expect from volunteering at Causeway

As an organisation we are committed to supporting your success and providing you with a wealth of skills, training and opportunities to enhance your volunteering experience. These will include:

• Regular accredited and in-house training on specialist subjects such as trauma, mental health, safeguarding, working with addictions and much more
• Group Supervision every 6 weeks with qualified therapists
• Support via Staff Networks including an LGBTQ+ staff network

WHAT OUR STAFF SAY ABOUT WORKING WITH US

We pride ourselves on our employee job satisfaction. 100% of people in our 2021 staff survey feel that Causeway positively impacts the lives of our clients and 97% of our staff would recommend working at Causeway to others like them.

Working for Causeway is working in an environment where you can share your ideas. It’s great when your employer hears and sees you, you feel valued and it encourages you to succeed. By having an employer who gives you the tools to reach your goals, makes you more driven and focused on your work. Also, at Causeway I feel part of a team that provides an environment in which vulnerable adults feel safe and valued it is the most rewarding job you could have."

JOB DESCRIPTION

Job Title: Volunteer

Reports to: LifeSupply coordinator

Hours commitment: 3-8 hours per week

Minimum commitment length: 3 months

Location: Sheffield - Hillsborough

Closing Date: 01.09.2024

Interview Date: Scheduled as and when suitable volunteers express interest

Probationary Period: 1 month

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Packing and posting essential orders from our storage unit in Hillsborough
• Assisting in fulfilling 10-20 orders each week, helping us maximize our impact
• Engaging in some physical activity, including movement and lifting of boxes
• Updating order forms to reflect fulfilled requests, ensuring smooth operations
• Counting incoming donations and adding these to a tracker
• Communicating well with other members of staff

QUALIFICATIONS, EXPERIENCE AND SKILLS

Essential Requirements

Education, Qualifications & Training

Experience

• Some experience of organisation

Skills

•  A basic understanding of the charity sector

Personal Attributes

• Compassion. A genuine empathy and care for people and their well-being
• Reliability. Dependability for timekeeping, fulfilling commitments and responsibilities.
• Organisation. Ability to manage tasks effectively and keep track of multiple orders
• Attention to detail. Ensuring accuracy in packing orders and writing addresses
• Physical stamina: capability to handle movement and lifting of boxes as required
• Adaptability. Willingness to as sit with various tasks and adapt to changing needs
• Teamwork. Collaboration with other volunteers, if necessary, and staff members to achieve common goals
• Communication. Clear and effective communication skills for interacting with staff and other volunteers
• Respectfulness. Treating colleagues with dignity and respect regardless of background or circumstances

Desirable Requirements

Experience

• An understanding of human trafficking