Support Volunteer Roles

Unfold is an organisation running mentoring programmes for young people aged 10-25yrs old. Our mentoring supports people to identify and achieve their goals, boost confidence and connect with the wider community to meet their needs for lasting change. Mentoring runs for 1-2 hrs a week, across 12-24 sessions, where sessions can take place in person, online or over the phone.

This year in collaboration with Westminster & Kensington and Chelsea council, Unfold will be co-designing and delivering a mentoring programme for young people who has experience in care. To better meet the needs of the young people who has experience in care, we’re looking for people with and without lived experience to support in co-designing the programme.

Co-design opportunity:

We’re looking for mentors aged 18+, most of whom have lived experience of the care system, to support us in reviewing our training, resources and become mentors on the programme. For individuals who may not have lived experience of being in care, we are particularly interested if you have a background in or currently studying psychology, social work or therapy/counselling.

You’ll help revise our Mentor Training so that we can tailor it for the specific requirements of a programme for people with experience in care. To do this, you’ll complete our existing Training package and participate in 2 workshops running in October.

1) You’ll complete our online Ascend training (3 hours)

2) Complete our live training (5 hours)

3) Attend 2 workshops, each around 2 hours, to give your feedback on our online and live training modules. The workshops will be held online or in our beautiful office space in Victoria, London.

The proposed dates for the workshops are below but not yet confirmed:

• Wednesday 2nd October 5.30-7.30pm – Ascend workshop
• Saturday 5th October 10am-4.30pm – Live training & workshop

You’ll also complete our full onboarding processes for volunteers including an interview, references and enhanced DBS check.

Mentoring:

From October 2024, you will be matched with young person between aged 10-25yrs, and hold weekly Mentoring sessions for 1 hour a week. Ideally we are looking for mentors who can meet in person in Westminster, Kensington or Chelsea, but there is the possibility of holding some sessions online or over the phone. 

Throughout the mentoring journey, you will attend our online monthly Mentor Supervisions to share your experiences, learnings and connect with other mentors and services – you’ll become part of an incredible community and continuously learn!

What you’ll get:  

• Build transferable skills, such as empathetic leadership and programme development 
• Compensated for your time during the co-design process (London Living Wage)​, plus travel.
• Opportunity to widen your network and give back to the community
• Work with an incredible team and build an understanding of how organisations like us work and play an important co-designing a programme!

To apply:

Applicants should complete the referral form linked on this page. Please refer to the ‘CEYP project’ in your notes under 'Please tell us why you are interested in becoming a mentor'

Please let us know if there are any other barriers to you applying for the opportunity, and we’ll do our best to accommodate.

Volunteer Fundraising Events Helper

Thank you for your interest to become a Fundraising Volunteer at Cats Protection!

Cats Protection is the UK’s leading feline welfare charity and our vision is a world where every cat is treated with kindness and an understanding of its needs.

Cats are at the centre of everything we do and our objectives are: homing, neutering and educating people about cats and their care.

We help thousands of cats across the UK each year thanks to our network of dedicated volunteers, employees and supporters.

A bit about the role

As a charity we can continue to help cats and kittens in need thanks to the donations we receive at fundraising events from generous members of the public. Our Fundraising Event Helpers have the exciting and varied role of helping at local fundraising events - such as cakes sales, barn dances, quiz nights – and everything in between!

What can you expect to be doing

● Help set up and/or man stalls at events

● Help on collection days like supermarket collections events or street collections

● Help at fundraising events such as Quiz nights, cake sales and dances

● Promoting a professional image of Cats Protection at events

What are the benefits to you and the cats?

You’ll meet new people, make new friends and be part of a dedicated team of volunteers. By being the link between members of the public and Cats Protection, the money you collect will make a significant contribution to improving the lives of cats and kittens

We’re looking for someone with

● A friendly, outgoing outlook

● An affinity with people

● Willingness to be part of a team

● A passion for feline welfare

Time expectation

This role is really flexible! You could choose to volunteer at one event for a couple of hours or attend multiple fundraising events.  

We’ll keep you up to date with upcoming local events where volunteers are needed. You’ll then be able to choose which events you’d like to volunteer at and how many hours you’d like to give. However much time you can give, your contribution will help raise much needed funds to continue the work of Cats Protection.

Support, guidance and keeping you safe

At Cats Protection we believe our volunteers should be happy and confident in their roles. We provide support and guidance from our National Cat Centre and through our regional and local volunteer groups and teams. We offer engaging online and face-to-face training, expenses and have policies and processes to help volunteers get the most out of their time with us.

The well being of our people is important and at Cats Protection we are committed to safeguarding children, adults at risk and all those that we encounter as part of our activities.

Trustee Vacancy, Midlands

Voluntary Role. Reasonable travel and other expenses reimbursed.

First time trustees are very welcome to apply! Full training given

Help us deliver our Vision of a Midlands Region where no one goes hungry and where children don’t go to school on an empty stomach

Last year, our food helped over 500 frontline charities and community groups across the Midlands to provide 13 million meals.

FareShare Midlands (FSM) is the region’s largest food redistribution charity. We take good-to-eat surplus food from the food industry and get it to our Members - frontline charities and community groups all over the Midlands. We turn an environmental problem into a social solution.

Last year we redistributed almost 5,794 tonnes of food from our warehouses in Birmingham, Leicester and Nottingham. It is sorted and stored by our dedicated teams of staff and volunteers, and then redistributed to around 800 Members including food pantries and cafes, homeless shelters and drop-in centres.

These local organisations turn the food into food parcels, affordable shopping and delicious meals for people of all ages. As well as food, our Members provide vital support to families and the elderly, many of whom are facing challenging circumstances and living in poverty.

Last year our food reached more than 83,000 vulnerable people every week, providing 13 million meals. At the same time, we are growing our Employability Programmes to help people gain work experience, skills and jobs.

Our Purpose at FareShare Midlands is to Fight Hunger, Tackle Food Waste and to Create Opportunities.

The Role

Our Trustees set the strategic direction for the organisation, ensuring alignment to our values and are responsible for setting organisational strategy, policy, defining goals, agreeing the financial plan and evaluating performance.

We are looking for you to bring your life experience, insight, expertise and skills together with the enthusiasm and commitment to helping to reduce food insecurity and unnecessary food waste. You will have a passion for the work we do, have an understanding of poverty and inequality and a commitment to our values around a fairer and more equal society.

We welcome applicants who have little or no Trustee experience but a strong desire to be part of a force for good and helping to create lasting change.  An inquisitive mind and confidence to interrogate information provided to you by the Leadership Team.

It is imperative for us to have a board which reflects a range of backgrounds and identities and, most importantly, represents the people we exist to support, as we believe that such increased diversity will improve our creativity and decision making.

We welcome applications from anyone enthusiastic and interested about the work we do and a desire to help us create lasting change through the work that we do. We are particularly keen to talk to people with experience in; Finance, Fundraising; Food Industry; Employability; Marketing, PR or Communications; Business Development and IT; Transport/logistics and Warehousing and distribution.

You will work with our existing board of trustees and our Chief Executive who are ably supported by a Senior Management team as well as our staff and volunteers who all share a passion to make a difference for those who need the food we distribute.

The Commitment

The trustee board meets quarterly (January, April, July and October). Meetings are usually on a Saturday morning and last for 2-3 hours, often remotely. Plus one strategy day/board development day per year. Generally, board members have the opportunity to be part of or chair a committee too.

To Apply:

If you feel you have the passion and interest for the role we would love to hear from you. Please send an up-to-date CV or LinkedIn profile along with a supporting statement stating how your skills and experience would add value to the Board, as well as why you are interested in joining us. 

Do let us know if there is anything we can do to support your application, and if you have any individual needs or need any adjustments. 

We are looking for enthusiastic individuals to help support the running of our free October half-term Youth Club! Come and get involved this October, meet our lovely team and be part of the effort to provide a free and accessible week of fun activities for children. 

About our Organisation: 

RJ4All (Restorative Justice for All) is an international institute with a mission to address power abuse and advance community cohesion and human rights, and work to relieve poverty through the values and practice of restorative justice. An important part of our work is done at our community centre in Rotherhithe, London. The centre provides a wide range of services for our local community; from food sharing, gardening, wellbeing circles, cycling to holiday activities for children.

About Youth Club: 

Our Youth Clubs aim to provide parents with an accessible and affordable option for their children (aged 10-16) over the school holidays. They give young people the chance to come together and build friendships, have fun and learn something new. This is a part of our efforts to reduce isolation and improve community cohesion through restorative practices and activities. Our October Youth Club runs from the 28th October to the 1st November.

Your Role: 

Your help as part of our Youth Club effort is incredibly valued. You will be involved in the following:: 

• Supporting our resilience workshops by taking part in the activities, and helping get the children excited and engaged in learning 

• Facilitating sports and crafts activities with the children, such as going on visits to local parks, playing football together, and making leaf collages 

• Helping the children feel comfortable and have fun 

• Setting an example, and guiding good behavior 

• Helping to serve lunch 

Desirable Skills and Experience:

• Enthusiasm 

• Creativity 

• Experience working with children 

• Skill in a creative or sports activity: e.g. improvisational theatre, football, drawing, dance 

Youth Leader - Shrewsbury Cadet Unit

Who we are:

We are the charity that steps forward in the moments that matter, to save lives and keep communities safe. We are a market leader in the provision of workplace training, first aid supplies and event and ambulance services. And we're currently looking for Youth Leaders to join our Shrewsbury Cadet Unit so we can grow and expand our youth offering!

What are we looking for:

We are looking for an organised leader with an interest in youth work, first aid and community development. 

What would you be doing as a volunteer?

St John Ambulance needs YOU! We have amazing cadet units in Staffordshire, Shropshire & Wolverhampton that are ready to expand and open to more young people in our area and we need volunteers like you!

Being a youth leader is an amazing opportunity for adults aged 18+ to teach valuable lifesaving skills to young people aged 10 – 17 in your area! Volunteering at least two hours per week could make a massive difference to these cadets now and have a real impact on your community.

But it's not all about what you'll give - you will learn a lot too!

As the cadets develop, so will you. You’ll gain communication, listening and presentation skills and grow in confidence. You’ll also have the chance to learn First Aid and take on more advanced roles with training, all while being fully supported by the rest of your team.

Under your leadership, young volunteers will develop their potential, they will learn vital first-aid skills that they can deliver at events and activities around the community. They will gain confidence, make friends and engage in community and social change.

If you’d like to know more or would like to try a taster experience of what it’s like as a volunteer in our Youth Teams just like to chat with someone who does, please get in touch by registering below!

Youth Leader - Cannock All Services Unit

Who we are:

We are the charity that steps forward in the moments that matter, to save lives and keep communities safe. We are a market leader in the provision of workplace training, first aid supplies and event and ambulance services. And we're currently looking for Youth Leaders to join our Cannock All Services Unit so we can grow and expand our youth offering!

What are we looking for:

We are looking for an organised leader with an interest in youth work, first aid and community development. 

What would you be doing as a volunteer?

St John Ambulance needs YOU! We have amazing cadet units in Staffordshire, Shropshire & Wolverhampton that are ready to expand and open to more young people in our area and we need volunteers like you!

Being a youth leader is an amazing opportunity for adults aged 18+ to teach valuable lifesaving skills to young people aged 10 – 17 in your area! Volunteering at least two hours per week could make a massive difference to these cadets now and have a real impact on your community.

But it's not all about what you'll give - you will learn a lot too!

As the cadets develop, so will you. You’ll gain communication, listening and presentation skills and grow in confidence. You’ll also have the chance to learn First Aid and take on more advanced roles with training, all while being fully supported by the rest of your team.

Under your leadership, young volunteers will develop their potential, they will learn vital first-aid skills that they can deliver at events and activities around the community. They will gain confidence, make friends and engage in community and social change.

If you’d like to know more or would like to try a taster experience of what it’s like as a volunteer in our Youth Teams just like to chat with someone who does, please get in touch by registering below!

Our specialist bookshops are part of what makes Oxfam totally unique. We have the largest chain of second-hand bookshops in Europe and sell 22 million books annually. We’ll share our expertise with you and give you all the training and support you need to help us make the most of our wonderful donated books. Whether you have years of experience or are totally new to retail, you will be part of a fantastic community of booksellers.

Our bookshops are like a beehive – there’s so much going on! You can keep busy behind the scenes, sorting, researching, and pricing donations. Or maybe you’d like to be on the shop floor serving customers and helpings donors. Some people like to focus on their speciality and some like to try a bit of everything. It’s up to you!

Oxfam bookshops are a great place to volunteer, learn about retail, and get involved with your local community.

About this role

We will give you all the training and support you need so you will develop your skills as part of our team. You don’t need to have any experience – we’ve got you covered. You can also get some lunch and travel costs too. Whatever you need, we’re here to help.

You can focus on any part of volunteering that interests you the most whether it’s working with books, people, admin, social media, or a bit of everything. As a Bookshop Volunteer you’ll develop skills that boost your confidence.

Put your expertise to good use by focussing on what interests you the most or branch out and learn about something completely new. Learn to make the most of donations by checking, researching, and pricing themm. Improve your communication skills as part of a team.

Volunteering can be very flexible to suit you. So even if your availability or skills don’t match this role, get in touch and we will find something right for you. By volunteering for a few hours a week, you will meet new people and have some fun for a good cause.

The role:

Protection Approaches is looking for a new chair of trustees to lead, challenge, and inspire us at an exciting time of growth and possibility. We are looking for a proven leader with previous board experience, who understands how to lead established non-profits through transition. We need a strategic thinker who is able to make difficult decisions but who is also open minded, able to listen, and able to find consensus. Somebody who has the ability to communicate effectively with people from different backgrounds and is able to create an inclusive environment in meetings and in the charity where all are heard. Our chair will have an understanding of the work that Protection Approaches is engaged in and share our belief that the prevention of identity-based violence as a shared responsibility that stretches through governments to communities to individuals.

About Protection Approaches:

Founded in 2014, Protection Approaches is a fast-growing, dynamic, London-based charity that works locally, nationally, and internationally. We seek a world where everyone accepts and respects each other, regardless of identity. We want to change the way the world thinks about identity-based violence – and by so doing, change how we respond to and prevent it. From our local programmes in communities to challenge hate crime to our global efforts to confront mass atrocities and genocide, we believe that this mission is not only possible but probable, and are dedicated to doing the long-term, difficult work necessary to make it sustainable.

Specifically, we:

• Work on the local level towards community led change, collaborating with communities on tackling marginalisation, building resilience, and research.
• Work on the national level towards state level change, whether on domestic or foreign policy. Our atrocity-prevention programme has led efforts that have transformed the UK approach to crimes against humanity and genocide while our domestic Stronger Communities programme has opened up funding for community-led solutions.
• Work on the multilateral and global level to transform how identity-based violence is understood and responded to within our international system.
• Conduct training courses on identity-based violence, hate crime and atrocity prevention.
• Across all these areas, we undertake, commission, and coordinate research to ensure that the programmes we develop and implement are supported by evidence and in line with global best practices.

For more information on the role, application process and Protection Approaches please download the recruitment pack.

Volunteer Fundraising Events Helper

Thank you for your interest to become a Fundraising Volunteer at Cats Protection!

Cats Protection is the UK’s leading feline welfare charity and our vision is a world where every cat is treated with kindness and an understanding of its needs.

Cats are at the centre of everything we do and our objectives are: homing, neutering and educating people about cats and their care.

We help thousands of cats across the UK each year thanks to our network of dedicated volunteers, employees and supporters.

A bit about the role

As a charity we can continue to help cats and kittens in need thanks to the donations we receive at fundraising events from generous members of the public. Our Fundraising Event Helpers have the exciting and varied role of helping at local fundraising events - such as cakes sales, barn dances, quiz nights – and everything in between!

What can you expect to be doing

● Help set up and/or man stalls at events

● Help on collection days like supermarket collections events or street collections

● Help at fundraising events such as Quiz nights, cake sales and dances

● Promoting a professional image of Cats Protection at events

What are the benefits to you and the cats?

You’ll meet new people, make new friends and be part of a dedicated team of volunteers. By being the link between members of the public and Cats Protection, the money you collect will make a significant contribution to improving the lives of cats and kittens

We’re looking for someone with

● A friendly, outgoing outlook

● An affinity with people

● Willingness to be part of a team

● A passion for feline welfare

Time expectation

This role is really flexible! You could choose to volunteer at one event for a couple of hours or attend multiple fundraising events.  

We’ll keep you up to date with upcoming local events where volunteers are needed. You’ll then be able to choose which events you’d like to volunteer at and how many hours you’d like to give. However much time you can give, your contribution will help raise much needed funds to continue the work of Cats Protection.

Support, guidance and keeping you safe

At Cats Protection we believe our volunteers should be happy and confident in their roles. We provide support and guidance from our National Cat Centre and through our regional and local volunteer groups and teams. We offer engaging online and face-to-face training, expenses and have policies and processes to help volunteers get the most out of their time with us.

The well being of our people is important and at Cats Protection we are committed to safeguarding children, adults at risk and all those that we encounter as part of our activities.

This is an opportunity to join a team making a difference to your local area, supporting the chair and Council members by attending meetings, taking and typing out the minutes, and developing an interest in the environmental impact of government legislation and national companies. There is the opportunity to become more involved with the environmental issues and talking to other interested parties.

Monthly minute secretary to Solent Protection Society (SPS) Council Meetings. Monthly by Zoom and quarterly attending a meeting of full council. Attendance at December AGM and assist with preparing agendas.

This is a voluntary role amounting to a maximum of one day per week. Expenses and honorarium will be paid by agreement.

This is an interesting role for someone interested in protecting all aspects of the environment including safeguarding our seas, rivers and countryside for future generations.

Youth Leader - Rugeley Cadet Unit

Who we are:

We are the charity that steps forward in the moments that matter, to save lives and keep communities safe. We are a market leader in the provision of workplace training, first aid supplies and event and ambulance services. And we're currently looking for Youth Leaders to join our Rugeley Cadet Unit so we can grow and expand our youth offering!

What are we looking for:

We are looking for an organised leader with an interest in youth work, first aid and community development. 

What would you be doing as a volunteer?

St John Ambulance needs YOU! We have amazing cadet units in Staffordshire, Shropshire & Wolverhampton that are ready to expand and open to more young people in our area and we need volunteers like you!

Being a youth leader is an amazing opportunity for adults aged 18+ to teach valuable lifesaving skills to young people aged 10 – 17 in your area! Volunteering at least two hours per week could make a massive difference to these cadets now and have a real impact on your community.

But it's not all about what you'll give - you will learn a lot too!

As the cadets develop, so will you. You’ll gain communication, listening and presentation skills and grow in confidence. You’ll also have the chance to learn First Aid and take on more advanced roles with training, all while being fully supported by the rest of your team.

Under your leadership, young volunteers will develop their potential, they will learn vital first-aid skills that they can deliver at events and activities around the community. They will gain confidence, make friends and engage in community and social change.

If you’d like to know more or would like to try a taster experience of what it’s like as a volunteer in our Youth Teams just like to chat with someone who does, please get in touch by registering below!

Are you a skilled therapist looking to make a profound impact? We invite you to volunteer your time and expertise to support hospice patients as part of our Complementary Therapy team. Your contribution will bring immense comfort and care to those in their final stages of life.

Why Volunteer with Us?

• Your skills can transform the lives of patients and their families.
• Be part of a passionate group of over 4,400 staff and 6,500 volunteers committed to exceptional end-of-life care.
• Continue your development with training and learning opportunities.
• We foster a safe, inclusive, and rewarding workplace.

Your Role

As a volunteer therapist, your responsibilities will include:

• Providing holistic care to patients and their families.
• Understanding patients' diagnoses and treatments to tailor therapies effectively.
• Adapting therapies as needed to meet individual needs.
• Adhering to ethical codes and our policies for complementary therapists.
• Engaging in ongoing professional development.
• Attending relevant training sessions.

Complementary therapies offered in Marie Curie may include any/ or all of the following:

Acupuncture

Aromatherapy

Hypnotherapy

Massage (Holistic/Indian Head /Remedial)

Reflexology

Reiki

Yoga and Relaxation Techniques

HEARTS Process

Job Summary:

Support LeaderJoe 1808 Foundation's humanitarian aid efforts, providing essential resources and services to vulnerable communities.

Responsibilities:

- Assist with food/clothing drives and distribution events

- Help sort and package donations

- Participate in disaster response and relief efforts

- Engage with community members, assessing needs and providing support

- Collaborate with local organizations and shelters

- Assist with health and wellness initiatives (e.g., health fairs)

- Distribute educational materials and resources

- Help with data collection and evaluation

- Attend training sessions and workshops (optional)

Youth Leader - Stoke All Services Unit

Who we are:

We are the charity that steps forward in the moments that matter, to save lives and keep communities safe. We are a market leader in the provision of workplace training, first aid supplies and event and ambulance services. And we're currently looking for Youth Leaders to join our Stoke All Services Unit so we can grow and expand our youth offering!

What are we looking for:

We are looking for an organised leader with an interest in youth work, first aid and community development. 

What would you be doing as a volunteer?

St John Ambulance needs YOU! We have amazing cadet units in Staffordshire, Shropshire & Wolverhampton that are ready to expand and open to more young people in our area and we need volunteers like you!

Being a youth leader is an amazing opportunity for adults aged 18+ to teach valuable lifesaving skills to young people aged 10 – 17 in your area! Volunteering at least two hours per week could make a massive difference to these cadets now and have a real impact on your community.

But it's not all about what you'll give - you will learn a lot too!

As the cadets develop, so will you. You’ll gain communication, listening and presentation skills and grow in confidence. You’ll also have the chance to learn First Aid and take on more advanced roles with training, all while being fully supported by the rest of your team.

Under your leadership, young volunteers will develop their potential, they will learn vital first-aid skills that they can deliver at events and activities around the community. They will gain confidence, make friends and engage in community and social change.

If you’d like to know more or would like to try a taster experience of what it’s like as a volunteer in our Youth Teams just like to chat with someone who does, please get in touch by registering below!