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Who are LRMN?
We offer refugees, asylum seekers and other migrants a specialist and holistic service. We advocate for people’s rights, campaign for wider change, meet their basic needs and help them improve their wellbeing.
Why do we need you?
The Women Together Project supports refugee and asylum-seeking women who have experienced Gender-Based Violence (rape, torture, FGM, forced marriage, domestic violence etc.). We are a member of the BACP and adhere to the BACP Ethical Framework. Our approach is broadly integrative, drawing on woman-centred/ feminist, holistic, cross-cultural and mind-body perspectives.
The project consists of 1-1 counselling and advocacy and a weekly women’s nurture/ health group.
We are currently seeking to recruit an energetic and committed female volunteer counsellor to support our work.
What activities will you be involved in?
As a Volunteer Counsellor, you will:
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Offer 1-1 counselling to women from diverse cultures and backgrounds who have experienced trauma, including gender-based violence (this may involve working with an interpreter). This can be done at LRMN’s office or remotely.
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Meet and maintain our standards regarding confidentiality and equal opportunities, and manage and be accountable for your own work.
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Keep accurate and up-to-date records of all counselling interventions on file and/or electronically.
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Carry out monitoring and evaluation tasks as advised by the Women’s Project Manager.
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Attend team meetings and contribute to information-sharing and discussion around best practice.
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Incorporate project approaches into practice – eg holistic/ feminist/ cross-cultural theories.
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Undertake training in areas relevant to VAWG, refugee and asylum policy and own professional development.
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Work flexibly and from a human rights perspective, remaining open to the challenges faced by this client group.
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Communicate effectively with other members of the therapeutic team and LRMN advice teams, making effective and sensitive referrals where necessary.
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Undertake own clinical supervision either in house or externally.
What can you gain from this opportunity?
By volunteering with LRMN, you will:
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Be part of a small, passionate team working towards improving the lives of some of the most disadvantaged women in UK society
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Receive direct support and guidance from the Project Manager, as well as additional support from LRMN’s other staff
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Have the chance to attend a monthly team meeting to share information and support (this is not formal supervision)
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Offered places on training organised by LRMN or by external organisations
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Be provided out of pocket expenses to the value of £6 for lunch per day (4+ hours) & up to £15 travel expenses (this applies to qualified volunteers in the office for 4+hours)
Is there induction and training?
Yes, we provide a comprehensive induction to all new volunteers. This covers roles and responsibilities, safeguarding and record keeping.
You will be provided with the training needed to perform the role and will have the opportunity to join training with the whole LRMN team.
Who are LRMN looking for?
We’re looking for someone who:
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Has membership of a professional body (BACP or similar)
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Is passionate about supporting migrants, refugees and asylum seekers
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Is passionate about the issue of trauma and gender-based violence and its impact on women
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Is friendly and approachable and can manage professional boundaries
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Respects and adheres to the BACP ethical framework in their work
LRMN is committed to equality and diversity. We pride ourselves on having a diverse team with a range of experiences. We encourage people with lived experience of the asylum and/or immigration system to apply. If you need additional support to apply or volunteer, please contact us.
What commitment do you need to make?
We ask volunteers to commit to one morning or afternoon a week (four client hours).
Registered Charity 
21 - 50
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VOLUNTEER ROLE BRANCH SECRETARY
RSPCA Darlington & District Branch are looking for a Volunteer to become the Branch Secretary to run the Branch alongside our committee of Trustees.
Are you who we are looking for?
Do you have the management and organisational expertise which you could use to help our good cause?
Are you an enthusiastic, dedicated person who is passionate about animal welfare?
Overview of the Branch Secretary opportunity
If you have all of the above then you could become our principal communications trustee in the role of Branch Secretary, and help us to maintain our branch affairs and support us in improving animal welfare in our area and the work of our local Inspectors as they focus on animals who suffer from abuse, cruelty and neglect. Through your excellent administration and communication skills, you would need to be able to have oversight of our finances, fundraising events and face book page. You would also need to coordinate our work in providing education to small groups in the community when requested, oversee the distribution of food to local animal food banks, support the employment of our staff in the cat hub .
Primary responsibilities of the Branch Secretary
Through your excellent administration and communication skills, you would need to be able to have oversight of our finances, fundraising events and face book page. You would also need to coordinate our work in providing education to small groups in the community when requested, oversee the distribution of food to local animal food banks, support the employment of our staff in the cat hub.
- You will also act as the primary contact point for all branch communications with the National Society, the branch committee and the branch membership
- You will arrange branch meetings ensure accurate minutes are taken and distributed in accordance with branch rules
- You will ensure all branch committee decisions are implemented and actions completed
- You will work with the membership secretary to arrange the branch AGM including the compilation and distribution of the annual report, nominations and agenda in line with strict timetable laid down in the branch rules.
- You will ensure the timely dissemination of the contents of all correspondence and literature received by the branch, ensuring availability to all committee members and reply to all branch correspondence when necessary.
- Be responsible for the ordering and distribution of RSPCA stationery, leaflets, posters and other fundraising and promotional material when required.
- You will liaise with the Branch Partnership Manager (BPM) and group Chief Inspector and notify them of all Branch meetings.
- Be aware of the outcome of Regional Board meetings and support regional activities.
- Actively promote and advertise the Society in an ongoing programme to recruit new branch Trustees and Volunteers and welcome new members as and when needed.
- In conjunction with your fellow trustees, ensure proper management and control of all activities and decisions relating to any premises held or staff employed by the branch.
- Manage Branch, Trustees and Volunteer activities.
- You will advise the BPM of all changes to Branch facilities, services and contact details
- In the absence of a Membership Secretary resume responsibility of the Branch Membership list
- Submit recommendations for National Society Awards to the BPM, in accordance with the wishes of the committee
- You will need to complete an RSPCA application form and we will require 2 references
As a minimum, all trustees would normally be expected to attend four - six weekly committee meetings which last about 2 hours, however the commitment may vary depending upon need.
As a Branch Secretary you would also be required to become a Branch Trustee and a Member of the RSPCA National Society.
How to find out more about being a Branch Trustee
There is information on the RSPCA website about Branch Trustees and we have an online session about becoming a Branch Trustee, which should hopefully give you more of an idea of what the
RSPCA Branch Trustee role will involve.
What we can offer you as a volunteer Branch Secretary
- We will provide you with training and mentorship from the outgoing Branch Secretary.
- Ongoing support is also provided by regional and national RSPCA staff in addition to any additional training provided by the relevant branch.
- The platform to utilise your skills and experience to oversee the charity and make decisions that have a direct impact on local animal welfare.
- The opportunity to gain new skills and develop existing ones, whilst making a real difference to the lives of animals.
- A way to expand your professional and personal network through working with like-minded people.
- Support from your peers who will help you get the job done!
Practical considerations
- Please also note that to become a Trustee, you will need to be aged 18 or over and a member of our branch for three months before you are eligible to be elected.
- Membership fees are for a Single adult. £24 (Per Year) 18 years old or over.
- Trustees are elected for a 12-month term each year.
- Reasonable expenses will be reimbursed.
- Trustees must sign a Trustee Declaration of Willingness to Act to clarify that they are not disqualified from being a trustee and read the Charity Commission’s guidelines for individuals on who cannot be a trustee or senior manager of a charity.
- References will also be required.
About the RSPCA
Founded in 1824 we have been saving animals for 200 years and are proud to be the oldest animal welfare charity around. It has always been our vision to live in a world where all animals are respected and treated with compassion, so our volunteers and employees work tirelessly to ensure that all animals can live free from pain and suffering.
Through our numerous campaigns, we seek to raise standards of care and awareness of issues, affecting animals today. We rely heavily on our volunteers and Trustees who play a significant role in enabling us to carry out this important welfare work every day!
The RSPCA Darlington & District Branch
The RSPCA Darlington & District Branch is one of the branches of RSPCA but we are also a separately registered charity looking after animals in our local area. Much of the animal welfare work of RSPCA is carried out through local branches, which are run by volunteers and trustees who have the support of the Nation Society of the RSPCA.
The main activities of our branch are on our Facebook page RSPCA Darlington & District Branch and on our website.
What we are looking for in a Volunteer
Above all, we are looking for someone who is committed to the RSPCA’s charitable objectives and shares our passion for animal welfare and the work the Branch carries out.
Specific skills such as finance, fundraising, project management, business experience, awareness of employment and charity legislation can be useful.
You will need to be able to work with people and have good interpersonal skills. You do not need to be an expert, although commitment, common sense and the ability to be objective are vital.
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.
We’ll look forward to hearing from you.
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The Organisation
We're Scouts and everyone's welcome here. All genders, races and backgrounds. Every week we give almost half a million people aged 4-24 the skills they need for school, college, university, the job interview, the important speech, the tricky challenge and the big dreams: the skills they need for life.
All this is made possible by a dedicated team of 140,000+ adult volunteers and 500 staff who work together towards a common goal. Every one of us believes in helping more young people see a brighter future, giving them the skills they need for a rapidly changing world.
We’re at the heart of the UK’s communities, including those with the fewest opportunities.
We believe that through adventure we challenge young people so that they learn and experience new things and enrich their lives. From coding and camping and kayaking, our young people develop skills, confidence and friendships they’ll take with them throughout their lives. It’s our role to make sure that everyone of our Scouts has the encouragement and support they need to take part in these activities safely. It all adds up to one big difference.
More information about The Scout Association can be found on our website.
The Role
The role of the Trustees is to develop Scouts in keeping with its charitable objectives and in the parameters of good governance. We are particularly looking for a Trustee to contribute their extensive senior level skills and experience in the area of Safeguarding and to Chair the Safeguarding Committee.
Person specification
- A record of proven and significant achievement and executive background in operational and strategic safeguarding.
- An understanding of the type of work undertaken by the Association and commitment to the values and ethos of The Scout Association.
- Successful experience of operating on a board or a major committee in a charitable, public sector or commercial organisation.
- Demonstrable experience of building and sustaining relationships with key stakeholders and colleagues to achieve organisational objectives.
- Confident and effective communication skills with a range of audiences, including Trustees, the Chief Executive, senior staff, senior volunteers and others, and the ability to challenge in a constructive way.
Please download the Candidate Information Pack for further information on the role.
How to Apply
If you are passionate about joining The Scout Association and believe you have the skills and experience we are looking for, please apply with the following:
- An up-to-date CV
- A supporting statement of no more than 2 sides of A4, detailing why you would like to be considered, your relevant experience and expertise and what you think you can bring to the role.
All applications are being handled by our recruitment partner, Trustees Unlimited (part of the Russam group).
All applications should be emailed to Trustees Unlimited.
If you have any difficulty uploading your application or if you would like to have an informal and confidential discussion about the role, alternatively please contact Melissa Baxter.
Closing date for applications: Wednesday 30th October 2024
Interview with The Scout Association: w/c 18th November 2024
We look forward to recieiving your application.
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Do you want to make a real difference to a Community of people with lived experience of homelessness? Then join us as trustee at Sussex Emmaus! We are seeking someone with the ability to lead on Charity Governance and EDI.
Welcome from the Chair
Sussex Emmaus is a thriving community of companion residents who have been homeless, paid staff, volunteers and trustees as well as a network of local people and organisations who support our work.
There are always challenges to be overcome to deliver the range and quality of accommodation and support that we want to, part funded by our retail social enterprises. Our trustees contribute significant time and effort to the running of the charity. We value the diversity of ideas and skills that trustees can bring and have a range of committees and areas of focused responsibility. We need people who support our values, can challenge constructively, who can work collaboratively, and who want to drive our vision and mission forward.
Thank you for your interest in our Board of Trustees.
Whether you decide to apply or not, I hope you will be an ally to our charity and the important work we do.
Your sincerely,
Rosemary Friggens
Chair of Sussex Emmaus
Trustee overall responsibilities
• Ensure Sussex Emmaus complies with its governing document, charity law, company law and any other relevant legislation or regulations..
• Ensure Sussex Emmaus pursues its objects as defined in its governing document. Maintain proper financial control and ensure that it applies its resources exclusively in pursuing its objects.
• To work with the CEO to develop strategy, setting overall policy, defining goals and setting targets and evaluating performance against agreed targets.
• Please read Appendix 1 Charity Commission Guidance on ‘The Essential Trustee: what you need to know, and what you need to do’
Trustee specific responsibilities
• Governance:
- To attend board meetings and participate in decision making of the Board.
- To be a member of committees of the Board as agreed.
- To regularly evaluate the appropriateness and effectiveness of the Board.
- To ensure that the organisation’s policies are in line with current legislation and good practice.
• Financial:
- To approve and regularly review the organisation’s budget.
- To ensure that the organisation is financially structured for optimum strength.
- To ensure that all published reports adequately reflect the nature of the organisation and its financial health.
- To comply with the organisation’s conflict of interest policy.
- To appoint independent auditors and approve audited accounts.
• Leadership:
- To develop and approve the organisation’s vision and values.
- To promote the reputation of the organisation.
- To provide the strategic leadership necessary for all staff to deliver high quality services at all times.
- To represent the organisation at public events.
• Strategy
- To regularly assess the environment and develop the organisation’s corporate objectives.
- To agree the annual business plan implementing the corporate objectives.
- To review and agree any major changes to the organisation e.g. sale of assets or development of new enterprises.
• Performance management
- To monitor and assess the organisation’s results in relation to the agreed corporate objectives, budget and business plan
• Risk management
- To maintain a robust overview of the principal risks facing the charity.
- To exercise scrutiny over the charity’s risk management systems. Executive performance monitoring and remuneration
- To recruit and support the Chief Executive.
- To monitor performance of the Chief Executive and maintain an overview of Senior Leadership Team performance.
- To establish remuneration policy for the Chief Executive and Senior Leadership Team.
• Other duties
- Use any specific skills, knowledge or experience they have to help the Board reach sound decisions.
- Act reasonably and prudently in all matters relating to the charity and always bear the interests of Sussex Emmaus in mind.
- As a member of the Board, be responsible and liable for the governance and functioning of the charity.
- To ensure that intangible assets such as organisational knowledge and expertise, intellectual property, the charity’s good name and reputation, etc, are properly valued, utilised and safeguarded
For more information and how to apply, please donwload the Trustee Recruitment Pack from our website. Candidates need to complete a CV and an application letter, setting out details about themselves and their suitability for trusteeship.
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The service supports people living with memory loss and dementia who have been identified as isolated, living in the community. Volunteers are matched with an older person who would like a befriender to provide social contact and company by visiting them in their home.
What you will get out of it?
- You'll be making a difference to the lives of older people.
- You'll gain knowledge and insight into issues that impact on older people’s lives.
- You'll have an opportunity to build confidence and skills in engaging with people.
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Brentford FC Community Sports Trust (BFCCST), an award-winning independent charity in partnership with Premier League Brentford Football Club, is seeking 2-3 new Trustees to join our dynamic Board.
Role:Brentford FC Community Sports Trust Trustee (x3)
Term: 3 years (Renewable for up to 9 years)
Time Commitment: 1-2 days per month on average.
Trustees will be expected to attend at least 4 in-person Board meetings per year. Plus at least 4 sub group meetings and 2/3 Strategy Days per annum, as well as visiting programmes in action that the Board delivers and attending bi monthly events. Depending on the skill set offered by individuals, Trustees will also have regular additional meetings with Officers in specialist areas to help shape strategy.
Remuneration: This is an unpaid role but reasonable expenses incurred are refundable in accordance with BFCCST’s Trustee Expenses policy.
Closing Date: 10th November 2024
Brentford FC Community Sports Trust
Brentford FC Community Sports Trust was set up as an independent charity in 2005.
The Trust’s aim is to use the power of sport to engage, inspire and empower people in west London, by providing opportunities to take part in programmes and activities, thereby improving physical and mental wellbeing, increasing engagement in education and training and enabling people of all ages to realise their potential. Further general information including our Inclusion and Safeguarding Statements is included below.
The Trust’s annual income has grown to over £4 million. Independent assessment of the social impact delivered in recent years has shown a social value in the most recent annual reporting period to March 2023 of over £70 million.
We now face increasing challenges as we:
- develop and manage a wide range of facilities
- deepen our progressive and socially inclusive programmes in sports participation, health and well-being, education, employability, youth work and community engagement
- widen our reach across communities to the west of London
- establish a trading subsidiary
As we prepare for the future, we are looking for dedicated individuals to join our Board of Trustees, bringing fresh perspectives and strengthening our strategic direction to continue delivering substantial social impact.
For more information about the Trust please visit our website.
The BFCCST Board of Trustees
Looking ahead to the next three years, three of the current nine Trustees, including the Chair, will be retiring after many years of dedicated service.
The BFCCST Board is therefore aiming to recruit new Trustees to strengthen its range of skills and experience. In line with its Inclusion policy the Board is keen to widen and increase the participation of members from diverse local communities and encourage younger people with the relevant skills and expertise to join the Board, as it enters this exciting period of evolution and change.
For full details of the role, please see the attached job description.
Inclusion Statement
Brentford FCCST is an organisation which values and is passionate about diversity and inclusivity. We welcome and encourage applications from qualified candidates, including those from underrepresented groups – such as those from ethnically diverse backgrounds, women, those from the LGBTQ+ community and those with disabilities.
Should you require any workplace accommodations (also known as ‘reasonable adjustments), you will have the opportunity to let us know at the appropriate points in the hiring process.
Safeguarding Statement
Brentford FCCST is committed to equality, the safeguarding and welfare of all children and adults at risk. This responsibility is shared by all staff and volunteers at the club, safeguarding is everyone’s responsibility. Staff will be required to undertake regular safeguarding training to enable and reinforce a proactive approach to safeguarding. This role requires the post holder to apply all relevant policies and uphold the club’s commitment to safeguarding vulnerable people to ensure a safe environment for all. This includes the timely reporting of any safeguarding concern to the safeguarding team.
General Trust Accountabilities
- To ensure compliance with all relevant policies, including health and safety and safeguarding policies
- To ensure compliance with all relevant legal, regulatory, ethical and social requirements
- To build and maintain good working relationships both internally and externally, maintaining a professional image at all times when representing Brentford FC Community Sports Trust
- To keep confidential any information gained regarding the Trust and its personnel
- To maintain a flexible approach to work at all times.
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We’re BrightPIP, and we’re looking for our next trustees.
Do you share our view that every baby deserves to grow up feeling safe, secure, and loved? Do you understand how charities work? Are you good at leading small teams?
About BrightPIP and Our Vision
Brighton Parent Infant Psychological Therapy (BrightPIP) is a small, local charity that provides intensive support to expectant parents and those with babies under the age of three. We are rooted in our community and responsive and connected to our families and referrers. Our standards are informed by clinical excellence so that we provide highly effective interventions that are tailored to each family. We are deeply commmitted to service development that is shaped by the community we serve.
Our trustees play a big part in helping us realise and achieve our strategic objectives and meet the needs of those we’re committed to supporting: babies and their young families. As we enter our second decade, we’re now recruiting a new Treasurer and other trustees to support our growth and development as we enter an exciting next chapter.
We are looking for an experienced finance professional or who knows the charity sector and understands charity finance. Experience of being a Treasurer is ideal but not essential.
So, if you’re interested in changing the world, one baby at a time (starting in Brighton & Hove and East Sussex), we’d love to receive your application.
To apply, please send a CV and a cover letter setting out your interest in the position (maximum two pages) and use the reference: Treasurer.
The closing date for applications is 12pm on Friday 8 November.
Face to face interviews will be held on: Wednesday 13 November (afternoon) and Wednesday 20 November (morning). We are also offering limited virtual interview slots for those unable to attend in person on: Wednesday 20 November 6-8pm.
*Please indicate any time you cannot attend in your cover letter.
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The Dementia Wellbeing Service provides practical and emotional support to help older people live independently and safely at home for as long as possible, stay socially engaged and carry on doing what they love. The service supports Camden residents over the age of 55 in the early or moderate stages of dementia.
You will work one-to-one with people in their own home and in the community, providing invaluable practical and emotional support and engaging the person in activities and opportunities that interest them through their wellbeing plan.
What will you get out of it?
- You'll be making a difference to the lives of older people.
- You'll gain knowledge and insight into issues that impact on older people’s lives.
- You'll have an opportunity to build confidence and skills in engaging with people.
- You'll be part of something that is rewarding and enjoyable.
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The Legal Trustee will participate in all areas of the charity’s governance with a special interest in the legal implications of the strategy, governance and support with the Board’s understanding and interpretation.
The Board of Trustees is responsible for the overall governance and strategic direction of the charity, developing the CLAPA’s aims, objectives and goals in accordance with the governing document, legal and regulatory guidelines.
You would be joining our board at an exciting time, as we create and implement our new 5 year strategy for 2025-2030.
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We are seeking a Clinical trustee to help CLAPA reach the next stage of its journey, with the clinical skills, knowledge and expertise to help drive the organisation forward.
The Board of Trustees is responsible for the overall governance and strategic direction of the charity, developing the CLAPA’s aims, objectives and goals in accordance with the governing document, legal and regulatory guidelines.
You would be joining our board at an exciting time, as we create and implement our new 5 year strategy for 2025-2030.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.