Safeguarding Trustee Volunteer Roles in Manchester
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Branch Secretary
RSPCA Macclesfield, South East Cheshire & Buxton
Would you get a buzz from being part of a team of volunteers dedicated to helping animals in need, working mainly from home at a time that suits you?
Key Responsibilities:
- To act as principal communications trustee managing and maintaining the administrative affairs of the branch.
- To act as main contact point for all branch communications with the national Society, the branch committee and the branch membership.
- Order and distribute RSPCA stationary, leaflets, posters and other fundraising and promotional material.
- Arrange branch meetings, usually 11 per year, there is no meeting in December, meetings generally last about 2 hours and are held on the 3rd Thursday of the month.
- Ensure all branch committee decisions are implemented and actions completed.
- Arrange the branch AGM Including the compilation and distribution of the annual report, nominations and agenda in line with the strict timetable laid down in the branch rules.
- Arrange 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 where necessary.
- Liaise with the Branch Support Specialist and group chief inspector and notify them of all branch meetings.
- Monitor the secretary email address, issue the newsletters, issue any one off appeals.
- Training is available.
Sometimes of the year are much busier than others. For example, April when the Annual Report needs to be done, May when all the calling notices for the AGM need to be sent out and in June when everything needs to be prepared ready for the AGM. Working from home with occasional visits to team meetings in Macclesfield, preferably local to the areas the branch covers.
Applicants will need to be able to prioritise/organise a workload, being tactful but clear, have basic computer skills, understanding confidentiality and working independently whilst keeping everyone informed and accept the ethos of the RSPCA.
We will work with all relevant regulatory bodies, including Local Authorities, the Charity Commission and other local and national bodies to ensure that safeguarding arrangements are robust, current and fit for purpose. The branch will cooperate with all inspection and scrutiny of its safeguarding arrangements as appropriate.
All those who work or volunteer for or with the branch will be given access to this policy.
We hope you are interested in volunteering for our branch.
Our voluntary roles are subject to an informal interview and trial period. We will ask you to provide contact details for two referees, and dependent on the position, you may need to sign an agreement and undergo specific training before starting the role.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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The treasurer has responsibility for the financial affairs of the charity and works closely with the board and the CEO to safeguard Children with Voices’ finances.
The treasurer will have:
·General financial oversight.
·Be responsible for financial planning and budgeting.
·Reporting as required to all statutory bodies, the board of trustees, the CEO and operational managers of the charity.
·Give financial advice to the trustees.
·Ensure that the charity functions within the legal and regulatory framework of the sector and in line with the governing document.
·Arrange the compilation and agreement of the trustees’ annual review and the annual report of accounts.
While work may be delegated to a subcommittee or paid staff, the treasurer will exercise a supervisory role to ensure that all the financial responsibilities are met.
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The Church of England is committed to promoting a safe environment and culture.
The individual appointed to this role will be expected to work within the policy and procedures and attend all required training.
Name of church/body: St Mary’s Church
Role title: Visitor Hospitality - Welcome/Greeter
Main purpose of the role: To welcome volunteers and visitors eg families arriving for weekly lunches and say goodbye after.
What you will be doing:
- To (receive key) open up (unlock) St Mary’s Crypt for events eg family lunch and welcome and greet volunteers and families on arrival (signing in/checking records) and lock/close up safely (key holder- to return as needed).
- Also to purchase basic supplies as agreed as needed eg, milk (at no expense to volunteers)
When and where you will be doing it:
- St Mary’s Crypt
- From 1- 4 times a month, probably Monday/Tuesday (approx 3 hours)
- + 1 team meeting per term
Disclosure & Barring Service (DBS) Requirements:
- Enhanced child and adult check
- Who you will be responsible to: Rev Catherine Shelley , Lucy Tull and the organising team; and overall to the PCC (trustees)
Training requirements:
- Induction
- Safeguarding online or in person
- Support you will be given
- Induction, training, regular check in and termly meeting
Benefits:
- Enable community members to visit and feel welcome.
- Be part of a team.
- Personal development opportunities
General information:
Person Specification for Visitor Welcome/Greeter
This document describes the skills, experience and attributes that a person needs to carry out the above role.
Knowledge:
- Safeguarding (desirable)
- Safety (desirable)
- Confidentiality (desirable)
Skills:
- Interpersonal skills (essential)
- Boundaries (essential)
- Communication (verbal and literacy) (essential)
Experience:
- Hospitality (desirable)
- Risk assessment (desirable)
Personal attributes:
- Friendly, approachable (essential)
- Inclusive, non-judgemental (essential)
- Welcoming (essential)
- Reliable (essential)
- Attentive (essential)
Qualifications/ training:
- Equality, Diversity, Inclusion (desirable)
Availability:
- 1 a month, probably Tuesday /Monday (approx 3 hours), + 1 team meeting per term (essential)
- 4x per month (desirable)
Other:
- Ability to communicate remotely eg phone &/ email (essential)
- Ability to shop for agreed items and claim for expenses upon receipt (desirable)
This role is advertised as part of TPP's Free Giving Back Services. This volunteer advertisement copy has been supplied to TPP and applicants apply direct to the organisation. Please contact the organisation directly if you have any questions about this volunteer role.
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The Church of England is committed to promoting a safe environment and culture.
The individual appointed to this role will be expected to work within the policy and procedures and attend all required training.
Name of church/body: St Mary’s Church
Role title: Lunch set up and clear up /serving
Main purpose of the role: To provide local families a lunch.
What you will be doing:
- To set up crockery and cutlery etc for community lunch and clear away, load dishwasher.
- To serve a lunch and pudding to families (table service).
When and where you will be doing it:
- St Mary’s Crypt
- From 1- 4 times a month, probably Tuesday /Monday (approx 3 hours)
- + 1 team meeting per term
Disclosure & Barring Service (DBS) Requirements: Enhanced child and adult check
Who you will be responsible to: Week to week Rev Catherine Shelley, Lucy Tull and the organising team; and overall to the PCC (trustees)
Training requirements:
- Induction
- Safeguarding online or in person
- Food hygiene
Support you will be given:
- Induction, training, regular check in and termly meeting
- Volunteering alongside another volunteer to set up/serve and clear away
- Reasonable adjustments as needed (but mobility is required for this role)
Benefits:
- Enable community members to share a nutritious warm lunch together
- Be part of a team
- Personal development opportunities
General information
Person Specification for Lunch/kitchen clearer/server
This document describes the skills, experience and attributes that a person needs to carry out the above role.
Knowledge:
- Safeguarding (desirable)
- Kitchen Safety (desirable)
Skills:
- Interpersonal skills (essential)
- Communication (verbal) (essential)
- Customer service (essential)
- Cleaning & tidying, setting up and clearing (essential)
- Attention to detail (essential)
Experience:
- Waiting and serving (portion control) (desirable)
- Risk assessment (desirable)
- Customer service and hospitality (desirable)
Personal attributes:
- Friendly (essential)
- Inclusive, non-judgemental (essential)
- Welcoming (essential)
- Reliable (essential)
- Flexible (essential)
- Faith/acceptance of Christianity (desirable)
Qualifications/ training:
- Equality, Diversity, Inclusion (desirable)
- First aid (desirable)
Availability:
- 1 a month, probably Tuesday /Wednesday (approx 3 hours) + 1 team meeting per term (essential)
- 4x per month (desirable)
Other
- Ability to communicate remotely eg phone &/ email
This role is advertised as part of TPP's Free Giving Back Services. This volunteer advertisement copy has been supplied to TPP and applicants apply direct to the organisation. Please contact the organisation directly if you have any questions about this volunteer role.
We are My CWA, formerly known as Cheshire Without Abuse. We’re a Cheshire-based charity supporting families affected by domestic abuse. We have been standing side by side and supporting people impacted by domestic abuse for over 45 years. Domestic abuse is one of the most urgent and devastating issues facing society today, affecting 2.3 million adults and children in England and Wales last year alone. Its impact ripples across generations—damaging physical and mental health, destabilising families, and trapping people in cycles of harm. At MyCWA, we believe that with the right intervention, lives can be saved, trauma can be healed, and futures can be rewritten.
We are seeking a new Chair to lead the Board of MyCWA. We are particularly interested in hearing from candidates who have experience leading through periods of change. As Chair you will:
- Provide leadership to the Trustees, facilitating excellent, well-rounded and carefully considered strategic decision-making.
- Ensure that the Board and senior leadership team work together effectively.
- Ensure effective contribution of all non-executive and executive team members.
- Support the Chief Executive Officer and hold them to account for the effective management and delivery of the My CWA’s strategic aims and objectives.
- Represent the organisation as a spokesperson at appropriate events, meetings or functions
- Support and develop an inclusive culture that aligns to the values of My CWA.
Join Us in Shaping the Future as Treasurer of Vision Care for Homeless People!
Are you passionate about ensuring everyone has access to essential eye care services, regardless of their circumstances?
Are you a finance professional eager to make a meaningful impact in the lives of those experiencing homelessness?
If so, we invite you to consider becoming Treasurer of VCHP, where we're dedicated to providing vital eye care to those in need.
About Us:
At VCHP, we believe that everyone deserves the right to clear vision and eye health. Since 2003, we've been on a mission to provide comprehensive eye care services to individuals experiencing homelessness across the UK. From eye exams to prescription glasses, we're committed to ensuring that no one is left behind when it comes to their vision. Now, as we look to the future, we're seeking a finance professional to join our board and help to ensure the charity’s financial viability.
What We’re Looking For
We are looking for someone willing to bring energy, enthusiasm and commitment to the role, who is skilled at bringing financial information alive to non-finance specialists.
We're particularly interested in candidates who are willing to play an active role and who possess one or more of the following skills and experiences:
- Essential: Charity finance or sound commercial experience: To ensure we operate under sound financial principles.
- Strategic thinker: Able to balance risk and opportunity.
- Clear communicator: Able to bring financial information alive to non-finance specialists
- Hands on: Willingness to play an active role in forecasting, setting budgets and liaising with auditors
- Lived Experience of Homelessness or Experience as a Service User: To offer first-hand insights into the needs and challenges of our service users.
- Charity Law and Compliance: To ensure that we operate in accordance with legal and regulatory requirements.
- Policy Development: To develop robust policies and be prepared to make unpopular recommendations to the board.
- Digital Skills: Able to adopt and adapt to new IT and finance software.
By adding a new treasurer with these specific skills to our board, we aim to enhance our capacity to fulfil our mission and serve our community more effectively. Have a look at the full role description, which outlines essential skills and responsibilities.
Why Join Us?
- Make an Impact: As Treasurer and a Trustee, you'll make a tangible difference in the lives of those we serve and contribute to positive change in our community.
- Professional Development: Joining our board offers valuable opportunities for personal and professional growth, including leadership development, networking, and learning from experienced colleagues.
- Be Part of Something Meaningful: Join a dedicated team of like-minded individuals who are committed to making a difference and creating a brighter future for VCHP and those we support.
If you're ready to embark on this rewarding journey and help shape the future of VCHP, we'd love to hear from you!
How to Apply
To apply, kindly detail your alignment with the desired skills and experiences and articulate your motivation for seeking the role of trustee at VCHP within a concise response of no more than 2 pages. Please accompany this with your CV, if you have one, sending both documents to Anna Campbell.
If you want to learn more or have questions before applying, please contact Anna, who will be happy to assist you.
Please note: If you would like to submit an application or express your interest in an alternative format such as audio or video upload, or require any adaptations for your initial engagement with us, please contact Anna who will be happy to advise on this.
Closing date for applications: 7th May 2025.
Interview dates: June/July 2024.
While this role can be carried out remotely, please note that there will be one annual face-to-face meeting
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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Treasurer (Trustee) - CPRE Oxfordshire
We’re passionate about making the countryside in Oxfordshire a better place for everyone to enjoy. Our vibrant team of volunteers inspire people to care for the countryside and enjoy the benefits it brings wherever they live.
With your support we can do even more! As treasurer you’ll have an essential role in planning and accounting for our finances to ensure the long-term sustainability of our charity you will also be a member of the CPRE Oxfordshire’s Board of Trustees.
Our friendly team will provide you with training and support to develop in your role. You’ll gain valuable skills and experience in the financial management of a charity.
Why we want you:
By volunteering with us you’ll be helping to find positive solutions for the issues facing the countryside and the environment. By applying your skills and experience you can make a real difference and be a central part of a friendly and passionate charity.
As treasurer you’ll ensure our financial affairs are conducted within legal requirements and good practice. You’ll work closely with the team to oversee the financial sustainability and development of our charity.
We’re ideally looking for volunteers with experience in financial management and a passion for environmental and countryside issues.
As a guide, we anticipate this voluntary role will take 3-4 hours per week. The Board of Trustees meets 3 times a year plus an AGM (normally a Saturday in June/July). There are 3 additional Operational management meetings a year that you would be required to attend.
What you will be doing:
· Keeping accurate records of income and expenditure in line with legal regulation.
· Helping us to set an annual budget and periodically produce an updated rolling five yearly financial plan which will help assess the future viability of the charity
· Regularly reviewing the reserves policy considering the latest Charity Commission guidance, seek approval from trustees for any amendments
· Providing advice to trustees on investments when the level of reserves exceeds 12 months of expenditure considering latest Charity Commission guidance
· Being a signatory for cheque payments, reimbursing invoices, paying monthly staff salaries and expenses
· Preparing financial reports and appoint auditors annually to independently audit and inspect the accounts
· Ensuring that the final accounts are produced in accordance with the Charities Statement of Recommended Practice (SORP) and that funds are correctly identified. The chair's annual report must be in accordance with SORP
· Working with the charity’s secretary ensure that the approved annual and audited accounts are presented to Companies House on time
· Summarising a set of accounts to be presented at the AGM.
· Leading the annual review of finance policies and procedures advising trustees of any changes
· Acting as the lead contact for both the charity’s bank and CCLA Investment Management Limited. Ensure that the mandates for both organisations reflect the latest finance procedures
· Regularly review cash flow and ensure that funds are available in the current bank account to meet day to day activities
· Updating National CPRE about our charity finances
· Assisting with funding applications and accounting for external funding
· Where relevant, ensuring employment regulations are met e.g. staff salaries, pensions. Advise chair and seek approval from trustees on the annual pay award for staff
· Safeguarding the good name and values of our charity
· We ask that a treasurer is willing to become a trustee of the charity and a member of CPRE
The skills you need:
· A commitment to CPRE policies, brand, campaigns and initiatives
· Ability to keep accurate records and confidence in handling finances
· Experience of setting and managing budgets
· Experience in financial software and spread sheets
· Experience of forward planning income and expenditure
· Be able to provide financial updates and present information in an understandable way
· Access to a computer and the internet at home
· Be able to commit to volunteering regularly to suit your availability including attendance at meetings
· Happy carrying out tasks independently and as part of a team
· Good written and verbal communication skills
What's in it for you:
· Use your skills and experience to contribute to the success of our charity and make a positive difference to the countryside
· Meet like-minded people and enjoy being part of a team, there will be opportunities to get involved with social events and workshops locally
· Enhance your CV by developing new skills and gaining valuable experience
· We’ll give you a reference for your future work or volunteering
· The opportunity to attend a volunteer induction day hosted by CPRE’s national office
· The role is voluntary although we will pay out-of-pocket travel expenses
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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Join us as Dog A.I.D.'s new Honorary Secretary and you would be joining the Board at an exciting time as we have launched the charity’s Strategic Plan with a new CEO supported by a small but strong team, which we will be building further this year. As Honorary Secretary you would be using your skills and experience to support the leadership and strategic direction of our charity as we look to achieve ambitious strategic growth targets over the coming years, becoming a larger, more robust charity with increased profile and reach.
Dog A.I.D. empowers physically disabled people by coaching them to train their own pet dog to become an accredited Assistance Dog. By focusing on the existing pet/owner bond, outcomes for our clients include:
· increased independence and self-confidence
· improved mental well-being
· reduction in social isolation
· reduced reliance on family members and/or carers.
· increased opportunities, with many of our clients being able to return to work or education, supported by their accredited Assistance Dog.
We are looking for an active and well-organised Secretary who can provide support for our governance functions. You will be required to attend and minute online quarterly Board meetings and other ad-hoc meetings and strategic discussions.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.