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The Lamport Hall Preservation Trust is seeking new Trustees to help shape the
future of one of Northamptonshire's most significant heritage and education trusts.
The Trust not only supports the preservation of the historic Lamport Hall Estate, its
collections and landscape, but also has a long-standing commitment to education,
learning and public engagement.  Through a wide range of educational initiatives,
the Trust works with schools, colleges, universities and cultural organisations to
create opportunities for learning, research and creative practice in a unique
environment.

The Role
As a Trustee, you will help guide the strategic direction and governance of the Trust,
ensuring that its charitable objectives are delivered effectively and sustainably.
Trustees are responsible for:
 Supporting the conservation and development of Lamport Hall and its estate;
 Promoting the Trust's educational and charitable activities;
 Ensuring good governance and compliance with charity regulations;
 Overseeing the Trust's financial sustainability and long-term planning;
 Acting as ambassadors for the Trust and its mission.

Who We Are Looking For
We welcome applications from individuals who share our passion for heritage,
education and community engagement. Experience in areas such as education,
culture, fundraising, finance, law, property, business, marketing or environmental
management would be particularly valuable.  In particular, we are keen to hear
from candidates with expertise in financial management, investment,
endowment management, or charitable finance.  As the Trust seeks to secure its
long-term sustainability and enhance its charitable impact, individuals with
experience of financial strategy, investment oversight, accounting, banking, wealth
management, or governance of charitable assets would make a valuable contribution
to the Board.  Previous trustee experience is welcome but not essential.

We are looking for people who can:
 Think strategically and contribute independent judgement;
 Work collaboratively as part of a board;
 Support the Trust's charitable and educational ambitions;
 Commit time to meetings and occasional events throughout the year.

Why Become a Trustee?

This is an opportunity to make a meaningful contribution to the preservation of an
important historic estate while helping to inspire and educate future generations
through a diverse programme of cultural and educational activities.

About the Trust

The Lift and Escalator Educational Trust will be a small charitable incorporated organisation being established to continue the work of the existing unincorporated charity. It will operate independently while working closely with the Lift and Escalator Industry Association (LEIA).

The Trust exists to advance education and training in electrical and mechanical engineering, particularly within the lift and escalator industry, for the benefit of people working in the sector and the wider public. Its objects also enable it to support scholarships, lectureships, prizes, awards and other educational activity.

Its future work is expected to include:

· awarding grants and commissioning educational projects;

· supporting qualifications, training and continuing professional development for people from entry level through to experienced practitioners;

· producing public awareness and safety information; and

· increasing public understanding of lifts, escalators and the wider engineering industry.

The role

The two new trustees will join three existing trustees connected with LEIA and the lift and escalator industry. Together, the trustees will be responsible for the governance, strategic direction and effective use of the Trust's resources.

Trustees will:

· help determine the Trust's strategy and educational priorities;

· oversee grants, commissioned work and other charitable expenditure;

· ensure that the Trust pursues its charitable objects and complies with its governing document and relevant charity law;

· safeguard the Trust's assets, reputation and independence;

· review the impact and effectiveness of its work;

· contribute expertise, ideas and constructive challenge; and

· act collectively in the best interests of the Trust.

Person specification

We are looking for people with an interest in engineering and experience or knowledge in one or more of the following areas (outside of the Lift and Escalator industry):

· education, training or qualifications;

· public engagement;

· public understanding of science, engineering or technology; or

· grant-making or commissioning educational work.

Trustees should also demonstrate:

· commitment to the Trust's charitable purpose;

· integrity, discretion and respect for confidentiality;

· strategic thinking, sound independent judgement and a willingness to challenge constructively;

· enthusiasm and an ability to work collaboratively;

· willingness to devote the necessary time to reading papers and attending meetings;

· understanding of, or willingness to learn about, charity trusteeship; and

· an appreciation of the role of trade associations and membership organisations.

Previous trustee experience is welcome but is not essential. We welcome applications from first-time trustees and from people with a range of professional, voluntary and lived experience.

Current Charity number: 326993 – to be incorporated as an CIO as a new charity.

Role Description: 

This role will be to act as a teaching assistant to tutors delivering Digital Skills classes for learners 19+. 

You will: 

• Enjoy working in a team 

• Provide tutorial support 

• Position yourself as a resource for learners 

• Work one-on-one or with smaller groups of learners who need additional help 

You need to be: 

• DBS Checked 

• Confident in the use of IT 

• Some experience of supporting learners with English 

• Committed

• Competent 

• Reliable

• Honest 

• Punctual 

• Patient 

• Fair 

• Open minded 

• Learners may come from various cultural backgrounds and face different learning challenges. You will need to be at ease whether supervising an entire class or working one-on-one with students.

• Comfortable following Nova staff directions and working independently 

Further information: 

• Induction and appropriate training will be provided.

• Teaching or coaching experience would be desirable but not essential. 

About Nova 
Based in North Kensington since 1983 and serving its poorest wards andthose of surrounding London boroughs, Nova works with individuals from marginalised and disadvantaged communities who are looking to develop their potential and achieve a better future for themselves. Nova brings about real and lasting change in people’s lives by addressing every person as an individual and seeking out ways to best support that person to reach their goals. We endeavour to help every person that comes to us who is motivated and committed to improving his or her life. 
 
Reaching 2,000+ people each year, we: 
• Developknowledge, education and confidence 
• Connectdiverse groups 
• Provideopportunities 
 
Our work, operates on 2 levels: 

• Grassroots Community Support – including responsive actions (e.g. Grenfell, COVID-19), adult education, IAG, family programme and volunteering 
• Wider Reaching Dialogue Events and Influencing – focussing on challenging stigma, prejudice and inequality – working with individuals, organisations, networks and decision makers to move through conversation to action

What makes a great volunteer play session? Someone who can bring energy, creativity and genuine warmth to a Friday afternoon.

Here at Sense, we support people with complex disabilities to live the life they choose. As an Early intervention and play volunteer, you'll help deliver interactive, fun play sessions for disabled children in Sense centre Barnet, working alongside our Early Intervention Play Leader and their families.

We're looking for someone who is:

• Calm, kind and genuinely interested in disabled children and families
• Creative with a flexible, playful approach to support
• Comfortable travelling to different community locations
• Able to commit 4 hours per month on Fridays, 3pm–7pm (with additional optional shifts during school holidays)

This role might include:

• Setting up and tidying away play activities
• Joining in games, singing, crafts and interactive play with children and families
• Helping children engage with activities at their own pace
• Being aware of potential risks during play
• Offering invitations to play and building connections with families

You'll need:

• A DBS check (we'll support you through the process)
• Willingness to learn and support disabled children

What we offer:

• Full training and ongoing support from the team
• Reasonable adjustments and support to help you volunteer. Sense welcomes disabled volunteers and will discuss what support or adjustments may help you take part.
• A great way to develop new skills and share your existing skills.
• The privilege of working alongside and learning from disabled people with complex needs.
• Reasonable volunteer expenses reimbursed in line with our Volunteer Expenses Policy.
• A reference for future applications for paid or voluntary roles.
• Support from our Mental Health First Aiders if you need it

About Sense

Sense is here to break down barriers alongside disabled people with complex needs. That's why we're committed to increasing the number of disabled people working across our organisation and creating an environment where everyone can thrive.

We actively encourage disabled people to apply for our vacancies and believe that a diverse range of perspectives, experiences and talents makes us stronger.

We know there's always more we can do to become a truly inclusive employer, and we're working together to achieve that. Join us and help create the change thousands of disabled people with complex needs and families told us they want to see: a world without limits.

If you need us to adjust our recruitment process to help you access our vacancies, then please get in touch with a member of the talent acquisition team. We are a Disability Confident Leader and commit to interviewing disabled people who meet the minimum criteria for a role. More information on this can be found here Our commitment as an employer | Sense Careers

Our values:

Our values shape the way we behave and work alongside disabled people with complex needs to break down barriers. 

• We're creating change
• We're always learning
• We're better together

Organisation: Our Second Home (OSH)

Location: Based in London (with residentials in London or Bristol)

Programme Duration: 1 Year

Honorarium: £300 paid upon completion of the fellowship

Deadline: 5th October 2026

About Our Second Home (OSH)

Our Second Home is the UK’s refugee youth movement. Founded in 2018 by youth movement graduates, OSH creates empowering, community-led residential trips and youth hubs for refugee and asylum-seeking youth.

About the OSH Leaders’ Fellowship

The OSH Leaders’ Fellowship is a selective annual programme designed for individuals with experience in youth movements.

As a Fellow, you will step directly into high-impact leadership roles running our residential trips, contributing to OSH’s growth, and supporting the development of young leaders with lived experience of the UK asylum system. In return, you will receive tailored training and mentoring, professional experience, networking opportunities, and a fast-track pathway to future paid leadership positions within OSH.

Key Responsibilities

• Learning & Development: Attend all required fellowship training and mentoring sessions, active reflection spaces, and group supervision.

• Residential Leadership: Lead in full on at least 2 residential trips during your fellowship year.

• Organisational Contribution: Contribute to OSH beyond residential delivery by taking on a specialised project (e.g., creating video content for social media, conducting programme evaluations, or leading fundraising initiatives).

Training & Benefits

• Specialist Training: Access monthly training sessions on community, fundraising, advocacy, leadership, storytelling and many other topics. The sessions will be delivered by OSH members and external partners. 

• Reflection & Mentorship: Access structured mentoring sessions, group supervision and peer reflection sessions.

• Career Pathway: Fellowship graduates are fast-tracked for future paid roles coordinating or managing OSH residentials (complementing our Logistics & Programme Coordinators). Depending on funding, we might also offer a few paid internships opportunities within the organisation. 

• Honorarium: A £300 completion payment upon finishing the fellowship year.

Who We Are Looking For

We are seeking cohort members who are passionate about youth empowerment, creating welcoming communities for refugee youth, and who might pursue careers in the charity sector. 

Requirements:

• Age: Must be 20-25 years old.

• Experience: Minimum of 2 years’ experience in youth and community work (voluntary or paid). Students or recent graduates of youth-related university courses are also welcome to apply. 

• Location: Currently based in or around London.

• Commitment: Dedicated to fully leading 2 residentials, attending all training and mentoring sessions, and completing an additional project over the course of the year.

People from all backgrounds are welcome to apply.

Timeline:

The programme will run roughly between November 2026 and May 2027, and will include 4 in-person workshops, 2 project related sessions, 4 online mentoring sessions, and a graduation event. 

Our Second Home is a youth movement that empowers migrants and refugees to flourish in the place that they call home. Our overnight activity camp for young people aged 14-18 is a chance for young people to come together and have five days of fun and excitement, supported by a dynamic and dedicated team of leaders and staff.

An OSH Leader is a supportive adult, a role model, and someone young people can feel safe being themselves around. It’s about creating a warm, fun, and consistent presence during residentials — helping young people with refugee and migrant backgrounds feel welcomed, included, and at home.

Youth Leaders for this project will be responsible for facilitating the camp, and will be directly in contact with, and responsible for, the participants. During the camp they will be ‘on duty’ full-time, meaning that they will spend the whole time with the participants, including at meals.

THIS ROLE IS ONLY FOR PEOPLE LIVING IN THE UK. We will arrange Zoom interviews with applicants separately.

Responsibilities:

• Interacting and forming a bond with the participants
• Creating and running fun and engaging activities for the participants
• Looking after the participants’ welfare, and ensuring that they feel cared for and secure
• Managing the participants’ behaviour and setting clear boundaries

Expectations and requirements:

• All applicants must be interviewed and be willing to provide references on request.
• Youth Leaders must set a positive example of behaviour and involvement for all participants, and adhere to the volunteer guidelines.
• Youth Leaders may be required to prepare activities for participants at the camp. If asked, this must be completed in plenty of time to allow any materials or equipment to be sourced.
• Applicants should be aged 20 or above.
• Applicants must be eligible for DBS clearance (no criminal record that prevents applicants from working with children)
• Youth Leaders must raise any safeguarding concerns swiftly and follow safeguarding procedures
• Youth Leaders must follow all Our Second Home policies and procedures of (which will be explained at the Camp training days).
• Anyone attending an OSH residential must test negative for COVID-19 prior to attending the programme, regardless of whether they have received a vaccine or not.

Essential skills:

• Flexibility, adaptability and ability to improvise
• Ability to build connection quickly with peers and young people
• Ability to work in a team and communicate effectively
• High level of organisation
• High levels of empathy and patience
• Awareness and sensitivity that some participants might be suffering from trauma

Additional desired skills:

• Experience working with and/or caring for young people aged 14-18
• Experience working with refugees and/or asylum seekers
• Experience working with young people with special educational needs and/or disabilities
• Language skills: Arabic, Dari, Pashto, Tigrinya, Somali
• First Aid training
• Creative or artistic abilities
• Sports leadership
• Ability to prepare fun and engaging activities for young people

We particularly encourage applications from those who have lived experience of being a refugee.

Please ensure you are available to come to all the following events - specific dates can be found on the application form:

• Training
• Pre-Residential Prep Day (on site)
• Residential, in full
• Feedback & thank you afternoon

QUOTES:

• “Having the professional [welfare] support made me feel very support and more comfortable with the work” – BT
• “The atmosphere of fun, respect, care, and community is what made the young people so comfortable and connected” – BT
• “The leaders were all awesome – it was incredible to work in a team so full of hard working, intelligent, experienced people” – BT
• “Seeing the kids bursting out of their shells and that being the norm rather than just exceptions was just incredible.” – CA
• “It honestly surpassed anything I could have hoped for” – LK

Structure:

Youth Leaders will be supported by the Welfare Support Lead(s), who will be their main contact in the build to and throughout the camp. The Welfare Support Lead(s) will run team meetings at the end of each day and be on hand to advise and manage the Youth Leaders.

Are you passionate about supporting people to improve their language and communication skills? If you’re knowledgeable in the field of ESOLand able to facilitate engaging, in-person sessions for adult learners, we’d love to hear from you!

Purpose of role 
We are looking for a highly motivated,experienced and creative tutorwith excellent interpersonal, numeracy and digitalskills; excellent written English and efficient organisational skills to teach one of our outreach classes in South Kensington, London every Saturday from 17:00-19:00.

Start – 26/09/2029 (negotiable)

End – 19/12/2026 (negotiable)

The course is aimed at beginner level learners of English.

Skills/ experience

• CELTA or similar qualification is desirable
• Teaching experience is desirable

The aim is to support adult learnerswho need to improvetheir English language skills, working both individually and as part of the Adult Education team to plan and deliver an agreed number of ESOL courses. 

You need to: 

- Be passionate about helping people achieve their potential 

- Be a qualified ESOL practitioner (CELTA, DELTA,DTTLS ESOL or Literacy) 

- Be knowledgeable in your subject field 

- Be able to carry out effective planning, monitoring and evaluation of courses 

- Demonstrate a high level of computer literacy 

- Be able to use your own initiative, and to organise and prioritise your workload 

- Be able to meet deadlines and work under pressure 

- Be able to identify and implement changes in existing systems 

- Be able to maintain excellent working relationships with colleagues and students 

- Demonstrate awareness of and commitment to the safeguarding and promotion of welfare of vulnerable adults, according to the charity’s ethos 

- Be committed to the provision of a quality service and the implementation of quality improvements 

- Demonstrate awareness of and commitment to valuing equal opportunities and diversity 

- Be committed to taking a full and active role in the life of the charity and be committed to its aims and values 

- Have a flexible approach to work and be able to work flexibly throughout the week/over the year by prior agreement 

- All applicants must have the right to work in the UK 

About Nova 
Based in North Kensington since 1983 and serving its poorest wards andthose of surrounding London boroughs, Nova works with individuals from marginalised and disadvantaged communities who are looking to develop their potential and achieve a better future for themselves. Nova brings about real and lasting change in people’s lives by addressing every person as an individual and seeking out ways to best support that person to reach their goals. We endeavour to help every person that comes to us who is motivated and committed to improving his or her life. 
 
Reaching 2,000+ people each year, we: 
• Developknowledge, education and confidence 
• Connectdiverse groups 
• Provideopportunities 
 
Our work, operates on 2 levels: 

• Grassroots Community Support – including responsive actions (e.g. Grenfell, COVID-19), adult education, IAG, family programme and volunteering 
• Wider Reaching Dialogue Events and Influencing – focussing on challenging stigma, prejudice and inequality – working with individuals, organisations, networks and decision makers to move through conversation to action 

Every day, people in Wokingham face tough challenges—from navigating money worries and housing issues to understanding legal rights. At Citizens Advice Wokingham, our volunteers are the heart of what we do, offering free, confidential, and impartial support when local people need it most.

You don’t need prior legal or advice experience to join us; full training and ongoing support are provided. Whether you want to give back, boost your CV, learn new skills, or meet link-minded people, there’s a place for you on our team.

Please visit our website to fill in an application form 

Volunteer Advisory Board Member – Strategy & Governance

About Children With Voices

Children With Voices is a community-focused charity based in Hackney, supporting children, young people and families through education, wellbeing, healthy eating, community support, creative activities and volunteering.

We are looking for an experienced Volunteer Advisory Board Member to provide strategic insight, constructive advice and professional expertise as we continue to develop and strengthen the organisation.

About the Role

This is an opportunity for someone with senior-level professional, leadership, governance or specialist experience who would like to use their skills to support a growing community organisation.

Working alongside the CEO and wider team, you will provide independent advice and constructive challenge on areas such as organisational development, strategy, governance, risk, finance, HR, fundraising, partnerships and community impact.

You will not be expected to manage the charity's day-to-day operations. Instead, you will contribute your experience, perspective and professional expertise to help inform key organisational decisions and support the charity's continued development.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide strategic advice and constructive challenge to the CEO and senior team.

• Contribute professional expertise in areas relevant to the organisation's development.

• Support discussions around organisational strategy, priorities and future growth.

• Review and provide feedback on policies, processes and governance arrangements.

• Identify potential risks, opportunities and areas for improvement.

• Share knowledge, professional networks and relevant sector insight where appropriate.

• Support the development of sustainable partnerships, fundraising opportunities and community initiatives.

• Attend occasional advisory meetings and contribute to discussions between meetings where required.

• Act as an ambassador for Children With Voices and help raise awareness of its work within relevant professional and community networks.

Who We Are Looking For

We welcome applications from experienced professionals who can bring one or more of the following:

• Senior leadership or management experience

• Governance, compliance or risk experience

• Finance or accounting expertise

• HR and people management experience

• Legal or regulatory knowledge

• Fundraising or income-generation experience

• Business development or commercial experience

• Charity or community-sector experience

• Strategy, organisational development or project management experience

• Experience serving on boards, committees or advisory groups

You do not need previous charity experience if you have relevant professional expertise and a genuine interest in supporting children, young people and families.

What You Can Gain

• The opportunity to use your professional expertise for community benefit.

• Experience contributing to strategic organisational development.

• Exposure to charity governance and organisational decision-making.

• The opportunity to build relationships with professionals across different areas.

• The satisfaction of contributing to the development and sustainability of a local community organisation.

Commitment: Flexible / approximately 2–4 hours per month, with occasional meetings and additional input as required.

Location: Hackney, London / hybrid

Type: Voluntary

If you have experience, insight or professional expertise that could help Children With Voices grow and strengthen its work, we would be delighted to hear from you.

Volunteer as an Independent Visitor today!

An Independent Visitor is a volunteer who spends time with a child or young person in care, offering friendship, encouragement and a consistent relationship with someone outside the care system.

It is a simple but powerful role: being there, showing up and giving a young person positive time with a trusted adult.

Visits are shaped around the young person’s interests and can be as simple as going for a walk, sharing a drink or trying a new activity together.

We welcome adults of all ages and backgrounds who relate well to young people and care about their wellbeing.

What will this give you as a volunteer?

· Comprehensive training to get you started

· Experience with a respected national charity

· Regular support and a named contact

· Reimbursement of out-of-pocket expenses

· The chance to build your skills

· Being part of a team who are invested in supporting Children and Young People

· A meaningful way to make a difference.

We ask

We ask volunteers to be reliable, open-minded and able to commit to regular contact over time, so the relationship has the chance to grow.

You will need a DBS check, proof of eligibility to work in the UK and satisfactory references before you start. Whilst driving is not a pre-requisite of the role, in line with safe driving policy, proof of license valid MOT and insurance, including business cover, is required to transport a child/young person.

A full description of the role and the skills we are looking for can be found attached.

Interested?

For further information, please take a look at our advert in the recruitment portal of The Advocacy People website.

For more about Independent Visiting, visit the National Independent Visitor Network.

Our approach to equality and diversity

The Advocacy People are committed to fairness, inclusion and valuing the diversity people bring. We do not discriminate on the basis of age, disability, gender reassignment, marriage or civil partnership, pregnancy or maternity, race, religion or belief, sex, sexual orientation or any other irrelevant factor. We welcome applications from all sections of the community.

Are you a vegan wildlife enthusiast who wants to make a real impact with your words? Join our small, friendly team to help educate, inspire, and campaign for wildlife rights and ethical conservation.

This remote, flexible, part-time (5 hrs/week) and online role is ideal for someone passionate about UK wildlife, animal wellbeing, and ethical conservation. We cover topics like hunting, shooting, roadkill, and conservation culling in petitions, surveys, government consultations, campaigns, long reads and more.

Role Summary

• research content

• write content 

• upload to Content Calendar and edit accordingly

• create on WIX, our website-building platform.

• Attend 1 weekly online meeting to discuss ideas, plan tasks, and measure progress.

Required Skills 

• WIX experience 

• Well-written/spoken English 

• Good understanding of our values and topics 

• Ability to match our brand 

Benefits

• Learn New Skills

• Improve CV

• Help UK wildlife

• Open up life possibilities

Thinking of applying?  This would help….

• make us possible

  • A lover of all UK wildlife. 

  • Computer and good internet connection.

  • Weekly online meeting to discuss ideas, measure progress and plan tasks.

  • Ideally, volunteer 5 hours a week.

  • Respond daily to emails from Mon - Fri  (this helps enormously)

  • Reside in the UK to fulfil our insurance criteria

  • Experience with Google Workspace.

  • Well-written and spoken English.

  • Computer proficient

• make us better

  • Committed to our cause

  • Understand how speciesism negatively impacts UK wildlife.

  • Any training with WIX (our website building platform).

  • Any education or training with wildlife, conservation, ecosystems etc

  • Any education or training in writing etc.

  • Less experienced applicants would need a resourceful nature and a willingness to learn new skills.

  • Create content in keeping with our brand.

• make us thrive

  • An excellent general knowledge of UK wildlife issues. 

  • Able to critically analyse information. eg: government press releases

  • The ability to write persuasive copy that allows people to challenge mainstream perceptions.

  • Several years of experience creating online challenging campaign content.

  • Several years' experience with WIX.

  • Enthusiastic

  • Reliable

  • Organised

  • A good team player.

Why volunteer….

• Connect with like-minded people over UK wildlife rights issues.

• Creating a sense of belonging. 

• Help protect UK wildlife.

• Give something back to society

• Open up your world to future possibilities.

• Developing your skills and experience in a growing organisation. 

Why volunteer with Verify Humanity….

Verify Humanity was established in 2020 by Conservation Photographer and Writer Kate Fox.  We are a Compassionate Conservation animal advocacy organisation. Our vision is to create a world where speciesism and human-animal conflict no longer exist by raising awareness of neglected wildlife issues through research, education and campaigns.

In a world where conservation culling, pest control, humane slaughter, and entertainment killing are becoming our default setting, Verify Humanity advocates compassionate conservation, peaceful coexistence, and veganism as solutions that promote life, a natural balance and a new way of engaging with our fellow creatures.

Looking forward to hearing from you!

Verify Humanity

Overview 

Are you a vegan wildlife enthusiast who wants to make a difference and protect UK Wildlife? Why not volunteer on our small, friendly team and create educational online content to challenge the status quo?

This remote, flexible, part-time (5 hrs/wk) role is ideal for someone passionate about UK wildlife, animal wellbeing, and ethical conservation.
 

Summary of the Role

• Attend 1 weekly online meeting to discuss ideas, plan tasks, and measure progress.

• Create 1 social media post a week using Canva Pro.

• Your posts will focus solely on UK wildlife issues caused by humans. Eg: hunting, shooting, human-animal conflict, roadkill.

• Research resources with appropriate copyright licenses (copyright training given).

• Critically analyse information to create challenging responses to the status quo and campaign for UK wildlife rights.

• Write persuasive captions to accompany your post.

• Submit your post to a feedback and edit process before publication.

• File your published post in our folder system.

Thinking of applying?  This would help….

• make us possible

  • A lover of all UK wildlife. 

  • Computer and good internet connection.

  • Weekly online meeting to discuss ideas, measure progress and plan tasks.

  • Ideally, volunteer 5 hours a week.

  • Respond daily to emails Mon - Fri  (this helps enormously)

  • Reside in the UK to fulfil our insurance criteria

  • Experience with Google Workspace.

  • Well-written and spoken English.

  • Computer proficient

• make us better

  • Committed to our cause

  • Understand how speciesism negatively impacts UK wildlife.

  • Any training with Canva.

  • Any education or training with wildlife, conservation, ecosystems etc

  • Any education or training in graphic design etc.

  • Less experienced applicants would need a resourceful nature and a willingness to learn new skills.

  • Use creative ideas and outside-the-box thinking for thought-provoking and factual social media posts.

  • Create content in keeping with our brand.

• make us thrive

  • More experienced applicants will be able to create their own video content.

  • An excellent general knowledge of UK wildlife issues. 

  • Able to critically analyse information. eg: government press releases

  • The ability to write persuasive copy that allows people to challenge mainstream perceptions.

  • Several years of experience creating fun, educational online content.

  • Several years of experience working with social media channels, whether as an enthusiastic individual or an organisation.

  • Enthusiastic

  • Reliable

  • Organised

  • A good team player.

Why volunteer….

• Connect with like-minded people over UK wildlife rights issues.

• Creating a sense of belonging. 

• Help protect UK wildlife.

• Give something back to society

• Open up your world to future possibilities.

• Developing your skills and experience in a growing organisation. 

Why volunteer with Verify Humanity….

Verify Humanity was established in 2020 by Conservation Photographer and Writer Kate Fox.  We are a Compassionate Conservation animal advocacy organisation. Our vision is to create a world where speciesism and human-animal conflict no longer exist by raising awareness of neglected wildlife issues through research, education and campaigns.

In a world where conservation culling, pest control, humane slaughter, and entertainment killing are becoming our default setting, Verify Humanity advocates compassionate conservation, peaceful co-existence and veganism as solutions that promote life, a natural balance and a new way of engaging with our fellow creatures.

Looking forward to hearing from you!

Verify Humanity

About Breck Foundation

Breck Foundation is a UK child online safety charity founded in 2014 in memory of Breck Bednar, a 14-year-old boy who was groomed and murdered by someone he met online. Everything we do is driven by a simple but urgent mission: to prevent this from ever happening again.

Since our founding, we have reached more than 335,000 people in person or on video, including over 276,000 children and young people. Through our school programmes, professional training, parent engagement and policy advocacy, we work across whole communities to build the knowledge, skills and confidence needed to keep children safe online.

We are now preparing to launch a new growth strategy, and this is a genuinely exciting moment to be joining us.

About the role

We are looking for an exceptional individual to serve as our new Chair of Trustees, following the stepping down of our current Chair after three years of dedicated service.

As Chair, you will lead the Board of Trustees and work in close partnership with the Chief Executive to provide strategic oversight and governance of the charity. You will play a central role in shaping and delivering our new growth strategy, helping us extend our reach, deepen our impact and grow our influence on the policy landscape.

This is a voluntary role with a time commitment of approximately 1 day per month, to cover quarterly Board meetings, sub-committee involvement, regular contact with the Chief Executive and occasional attendance at Foundation events.

A full recruitment pack, including details of all responsibilities and how to apply, is available to download via the link on this page.

What we are looking for

We welcome applications from people of all backgrounds. You do not need to have been a Chair before. If you bring the right skills, values and commitment, we would love to hear from you.

We are looking for candidates who can demonstrate:

• Senior leadership experience in the charity, public or private sector, ideally including board or committee experience
• A strong understanding of charity governance and trustee responsibilities, or a clear and credible commitment to developing this quickly
• Experience of leading organisations through periods of strategic change or growth
• The ability to chair meetings effectively, build consensus and bring out the best in a diverse board
• An understanding of the financial and fundraising challenges facing charitable organisations
• A genuine commitment to children and young people's safety and wellbeing online

Our commitment to diversity

We are committed to building a Board that reflects the diversity of the communities we serve. We would particularly encourage applications from people from LGBTQAI+, Black, Asian or minority ethnic communities.

How to apply

Please download our recruitment pack for full details of the role and application process.

Applications close at midnight on Wednesday 28th October 2026.

Initial video interviews w/c 2nd November 2026.

At Oxfam, we're not just selling pre-loved items and unique finds – we're working together to build a radically better world. With your help, we will turn pre-loved treasures into resources that empower communities worldwide.

Here's why Oxfam is the perfect opportunity for you:

Be a Second-hand Superhero: In our high street shops, Ecommerce Hubs and Online Shop, people like you help create exciting and inspiring collections – retail therapy with a purpose!

Increase Your Skills: If you have a particular interest, you can build on it to gain valuable retail experience to add to your CV, such as merchandising, customer service, and teamwork.

Find Your Community: Meet like-minded people who share your passion for a fairer world.

Flexibility: We know life gets busy. That's why we offer flexible volunteering options. A few hours a week is all it takes to make a big difference.

Oxfam isn't just another charity shop. We're a movement of passionate individuals working to create a fairer world, and we’d love you to be a part of it!

What happens next?

After you apply, the manager will ask you to come in for an initial chat. This is not an interview, just a chance to get an idea of what you'd like to do help out. From there, you can meet the rest of the volunteer team and get involved with whatever area of the shop takes your interest!