Trustee Volunteer Roles

Amplify Barawak’s mission and enhance our public presence through strategic marketing and powerful advocacy. As the Marketing Outreach and Advocacy Vertical Lead, you’ll craft compelling narratives that engage and mobilize our community.
 

Understanding the Verticals at Barawak

Imagine Barawak as a living, thriving tree. Our verticals are like the main branches—each one strong and important, reaching out in its own direction but all connected to the same trunk, our community's mission. These four powerhouse teams each have a special job:

• The Fundraising and Financial Management vertical covers fundraising and money matters: This team is all about finding resources—like getting donations and grants—to keep our programmes strong and healthy.They will spend their time writing fantastic letters, sponsorship proposals and funding requests on behalf of Barawak as a whole, but also (supporting programme leads) to specific organisations for Barawak service lines.

• The Partnership Development and Collaboration vertical covers building bridges: They're the connectors, making friends with other groups, businesses, and everyone who can help us grow.

• The Volunteer Engagement vertical covers welcoming our helpers: This bunch is in charge of gathering our most valuable resource—people like you who want to volunteer and make a difference.

• The Marketing Outreach and Advocacy vertical covers spreading the word: They tell our story far and wide, making sure everyone knows what we're up to and how they can join in.

Each vertical team works in two distinct ways: the first way is for Barawak as a whole, and the second way is in support of each Barawak service, feeding our programmes, like roots bringing water and nutrients to the branches. Whether it's Poverty Relief, Education, Employment Support, Community Engagement or Sports and Wellness, these verticals give the support each programme needs to blossom and bear fruit. Working together, they make sure we're all pushing in the same direction—towards a future where our community stands tall and proud.

Introduction to the Marketing, Outreach, and Advocacy vertical Lead role:

The Marketing, Outreach, and Advocacy Lead is the driving force behind Barawak’s communication, its brand identity and public presence. This strategic role involves developing and implementing marketing and outreach initiatives to amplify Barawak's mission and to advocate for the Afro-Hebrew community. It requires collaboration with trustees and programme leads to ensure consistent messaging and effective advocacy.

Key Responsibilities:

1. Strategic Marketing and Outreach:

• Develop and execute a comprehensive marketing and outreach strategy that promotes Barawak’s mission, programs, and events.

• Utilize a multi-channel approach, including social media, local press, and community events, to raise awareness and engage diverse audiences.

2. Advocacy Campaigns:

• Craft and lead advocacy campaigns that support Barawak’s strategic objectives and service lines, ensuring the community's voice is heard on critical issues.

• Build relationships with media outlets and influencers to enhance Barawak’s visibility and impact.

3. Support to Trustees:

• Provide the Board of Trustees with strategic marketing insights and advocacy support, enabling informed decision-making.

• Ensure trustees are kept informed of marketing and advocacy efforts and outcomes, aligning with Barawak’s governance and strategic plans.

4. Programme-Specific Outreach:

• Tailor marketing and advocacy efforts to support the unique goals of each Barawak programme, from Poverty Relief to Sports and Wellness.

• Collaborate with programme leads to highlight success stories, key initiatives, and opportunities for community involvement.

5. Brand Management:

• Oversee Barawak’s brand identity and messaging across all platforms, ensuring consistency and alignment with organizational values.

• Develop marketing materials and campaigns that resonate with the community and stakeholders.

6. Performance Analysis:

• Monitor and analyze the effectiveness of marketing and advocacy initiatives, using data-driven insights to refine strategies.

Qualifications and Skills:

• Experience in marketing, public relations, or advocacy within the nonprofit sector.

• Strong creative and strategic thinking skills, with the ability to develop compelling narratives.

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with proficiency across various media platforms.

• A collaborative spirit, adept at working with diverse teams and community groups.

In the role of Marketing, Outreach, and Advocacy Lead, you will be the storyteller and voice of Barawak, shaping the way the world sees and understands our mission and the community we serve.

Important: This advert is for a voluntary role, which is unpaid and not subject to reimbursement of expenses. Any agreement with the successful candidate is not intended to be a legally binding contract between us and may be cancelled at any time at the discretion of either party. By applying for the role, candidates agree that neither of us intend any employment relationship to be created either now or at any time in the future.

The Pirate Castle is looking for a Treasurer.  We are an iconic Camden-based community boating charity, established for 55 years.  Our well-known castle building sits on the banks of the Regent's Canal.  We rent out our community space and offer a range of watersports.  Kayaking and canal boating are core to our work and we strive to tackle disadvantage and support our community by offering subsidised sport and recreation. 

The ideal candidate will have a strong background in fiancial analysis or accounting, ideally with a professional accountancy qualification.The role involves working with our employed General Manager and contracted Bookkeeper to monitor and oversee the charity's financies and to report to trustees.  It also involves overseeing the preparation of the annual accounts, working with our retained accountancy firm. 

The charity is in a sound financial position.  As the Treasurer youwill also be involved in the charity's strategic manageent and governance.  We are a friendly board and staff team, looking for a Treasurer with good communication skills.   You can expect about four hours' work per month.

We’re passionate about making the countryside in insert county 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.

Volunteering with us is a fantastic way to help us champion environmental issues such as the climate emergency, renewable energy, biodiversity and sustainable transport.

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. As this is a position of responsibility, a commitment of at least one year is expected.

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.

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 chair and trustees 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.

What you will be doing

• Keeping accurate records of income and expenditure in line with legal regulations
• Helping us to set an annual budget Being a signatory for cheque payments and reimbursing invoices and expenses
• Preparing financial reports and submitting accounts for independent audit Updating National CPRE about our charity finances
• Assisting with funding applications and accounting for external funding
• Where relevant, ensuring employment regulations are met eg staff salaries Being a positive advocate for CPRE and encouraging others to support our work
• Safeguarding the good name and values of our charity We ask that all trustees are, or are willing to become, members 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
• Enhance your CV by developing new skills and gaining valuable experience
• We’ll support you to develop in your volunteering role and provide you with relevant training
• We’ll give you a reference for your future work or volunteering
• Get involved with social events and workshops on a local and national level, including the annual CPRE conference
• The opportunity to attend a volunteer induction day at CPRE’s national office in London or a regional centre
• We provide out-of-pocket travel expenses

Be responsible for finding funding opportunities for the charity and writing professional proposals to earn grant money, whilst raising awareness and building relationships with donors and supporters alike. 

What will you be doing?

- Develop and manage fundraising events.

-  Work with the marketing team to develop and produce fundraising communication material.

-  Prepare presentations and manage meetings.

-  Support the CEO and Trustees to create a fundraising strategy.

What are we looking for?

• excellent knowledge of proposal submission and fundraising processes
• ability to study and understand programmes and funding requirements of the organisation
• excellent multitasking, organisational and time management skills
• excellent written and verbal communication skills
• the ability to deal with information in a confidential manner and respond with sensitivity
• proficiency in using email and Microsoft Office
• commitment to the values of Rebuilding Lives UK

Time commitment and expenses:

• 1-3 hours per week, either in or out of office hours.
• We request a minimum commitment of 3 months volunteering.

What difference will you make?

- Increased confidence.

- Development of new skills.

- Make new connections.

- Changing the lives of those who need it the most.

Join Us in Transforming Lives Through Education and Poverty Alleviation

Location: Remote/Homebased
Organization: Project Yananai
Type: Voluntary  

Are you a visionary leader passionate about making a difference in the world? Do you have the entrepreneurial spirit to drive transformative change in adult education and poverty alleviation across the globe? If so, we want you to lead our mission as the Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of Project Yananai!

Who We Are:

At Project Yananai, as a Christian organisation, we believe that education is a powerful catalyst for change. We are committed to breaking the cycle of poverty worldwide through innovative educational initiatives and community empowerment programs. With a diverse team representing various cultures and expertise, we are dedicated to fostering sustainable development and creating lasting impact in the communities we serve.

The Opportunity:

As our CEO, you will be at the forefront of our mission, guiding our organization towards new heights of influence and effectiveness. You’ll work closely with the Board of Trustees, Executive Leadership Team, volunteers and global partners to shape our strategy, drive fundraising efforts, and expand our programmatic reach. This is a unique chance to leverage your skills and experience to create scalable solutions that change lives.

Key Responsibilities:

• Strategic Leadership: Develop and implement a compelling vision and strategy to advance our mission and enhance our global presence.
• Fundraising & Partnerships: Cultivate relationships with donors, grant-making organizations, and corporate partners to secure and grow funding streams.
• Program Development: Oversee the design and execution of educational and poverty alleviation programs, ensuring they are effective, sustainable, and impactful.
• Advocacy & Outreach: Represent the organization at conferences, public events, and in media, championing our cause and advocating for policy changes that support education and poverty alleviation initiatives.
• Team Leadership: Build, inspire, mentor, and lead a diverse team of passionate leaders and professionals, promoting a culture of collaboration, innovation, and accountability.
• Governance: Work closely with the Board of Trustees  and Executive Leadership Team to ensure sound governance and financial stability, helping to guide strategic direction and programmatic excellence.

What We’re Looking For:

• Proven experience in a leadership role. Experience within a non-profit organization focused on education or social impact is desirable but not essential.
• Strong understanding of global adult education systems, poverty alleviation strategies, and sustainable development goals.
• Exceptional fundraising skills and a track record of building fruitful partnerships.
• Excellent communication and public speaking skills, with the ability to inspire stakeholders at all levels.
• A bachelor’s degree is required; a master’s degree or equivalent experience is highly preferred.

Why Project Yananai?

• Impact: Join a committed team dedicated to changing lives and creating systemic change globally.
• Culture: Thrive in a supportive and inclusive environment that values innovation, collaboration, and creativity.
• Flexibility: Enjoy the freedom of remote work while being part of a mission-driven organization.
• Growth: Opportunities for professional development and personal growth while working for a cause you truly believe in.

Ready to make a difference?
If you share our passion for education and poverty alleviation and have the skills to lead us into the future, we want to hear from you! 

Join us in our mission to empower individuals and transform communities—together, we can change the world!

Project Yananai is a UK registered charity number 1209060 and an equal opportunity organisation. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all colleagues. We encourage applications from people of all backgrounds and cultures.

ECL has been established for 30 years and exists to enhance the lives of people with learning disabilities and/or autism.

Through our enrichment activities at local community centres, we help people have fun, make friends, learn new skills and be themselves. Our aim is to reduce social isolation for people with learning disabilities and/or autism and to improve feelings of self confidence and self worth. The people who attend our sessions are also developing life skills in a safe and trusted setting, supported by a team of volunteers who are sensitive to their needs.

The governing structure of the charity means that we have a Board of Trustees who meet quarterly to ensure that the organisation is being run efficiently, effectively and compliantly.We are currently looking for a Company Secretary to join the Board and fulfil the following functions:

-  Administration and compliance

- Preparing for board meetings, four times a year

- Taking meeting minutes

This role is expected to require half a day per month to meet the above requirments.

Experience in the legal, accounting or other professional sectors would be an advantage to this role, however it is not a necessity for the role.

We are an equal opportunities employer and we positively encourage applications from suitably qualified and eligible candidates regardless of sex, race, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion or belief, marital status, or pregnancy status. We are especially keen to encourage applications from people currently underrepresented within the organisation, including but not limited to people from the LGBT+ community, people with disabilities, and people from a Black, Asian or Minority Ethnic background.

Your chance to join a forward looking and award winning charity as our Treasurer.  The WayfinderWoman Trust is volunteer-led run by women for women. We help vulnerable women transform their lives by building their confidence, skills and strength so they can discover who they really are. We were proud to receive the Queens Award for Voluntary Service, the highest award bestowed on a charity in recognition of our work.

Based in Eastbourne at our drop-in centre, the Hub, we're funded by grants, donations, pro-bono support, and community goodwill, enabling us to support over 1,000 women in Eastbourne, East Sussex and beyond with our peer support and workshops. We collaborate with employers to improve working conditions for women. Thanks to a major National Lottery grant we have two part-time staff members at our Hub, a safe space for women, who are supported by enthusiastic volunteers.

The charity has a Trustee Board of 12 professional women who are appointed for a 3-year term renewable for a second term. They meet every 6-8 weeks to monitor the charity's activities and review strategy against their 5-year business plan. Apart from Board meetings, the commitment for the Treasurer is approx 1-2 hours per week.  We have serious plans but always have fun along the way.

Role Description

This is a volunteer role for a Treasurer and your role is vital in helping our charity flourish. All the Trustees ensure the charity is fulfilling its aims and objectives and as treasurer you'll be providing financial guidance to them. You will be responsible for overseeing the organisation's finances, budgeting, financial reporting, and ensuring compliance with financial regulations. Duties include:

• Payroll and pension for our two part-timers
• Acting as co-signatory for bank & cheque payments, petty cash reconciliation
• Updating cashbook / keeping accounting records using a software programme
• Agreeing income & expenditure for grant applications and monitoring of them
• Year end accounts (year end is 31 October)
• Charity Commission annual return and filing of stat accounts
• Gift Aid applications
• All finance related queries by email

There will be an induction programme and there may be mentoring available via the Charity Mentoring Scheme.

Qualifications

• Financial Management, Budgeting, and Financial Reporting skills
• Experience in managing financial transactions and maintaining records
• Knowledge of financial regulations and compliance would be advantageous
• Good analytical and problem-solving skills
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy
• Previous experience as a Treasurer or in a similar financial role would be helpful
• Background in accounting, finance, or related field is a plus

Here at Teenage Helpline, we have grown a strong, tight-knit community of individuals who are passionate about making a difference and improving the lives of young people across the UK. Our growing team of volunteers all contribute, significantly, to the impact that we have as a charity on our direct beneficiaries, regardless of the department that they work in of the level of time that they are able to commit. Our services primarily offer a peer-support network to young people right across the UK, allowing them to access a peer mentor who is of a similar age to them and somebody that they feel more comfortable speaking with.

If successful, you will be joining a growing team of diverse, but likeminded individuals, collaborating to increase the reach of the Charity and improve support provisions available to young people. All of our volunteers and employees are remote workers, but that doesn't stop us keeping in touch and maintaining a strong positive culture amongst our whole team.

About the role

This is an exciting opportunity for a highly experienced individual to join the Executive Leadership Team of the Charity. As Teenage Helpline continues to grow, it is important that we build and maintain strong partnerships with other organisations. These partnerships may involve us working together with another organisation, providing services for others, or seeking services from others to advance the impact that we are able to have on our primary beneficiaries. The Partnerships Director will ensure that partnership opportunities are identified, relationships are formed and that any working partnerships are maintained appropriately. 

Responsibilities 

• Develop, maintain and execute our partnerships strategy, taking into account a wide variety of partnerships that are available. Take guidance from the CEO and the Board of Trustees on potential partnership opportunities that will allow the Charity to continue to advance the impact that it has on young people. 
• Work closely with the CEO to build and maintain strong relationships with other Charities, Companies and other organisations that will create prosperous opportunities for the Charity.
• Where appropriate, and in conjunction with the Board of Trustees, seek opportunities for acquisitions. Propose clear opportunities, should they present themselves, to strengthen the individual output of separate organisations by allowing for the combining of skills and resources.
• Recruit, design and lead a team of Partnership volunteers, ensuring that they have the right coaching and guidance to succeed. This involves ensuring that the structure of the Partnerships team remains appropriate as the Charity grows.
• Partner closely with the Youth Services Director to ensure that any proposed partnerships would have the desired positive impact on the services that we are delivering to young people. 

Skills 

• 5+ years experience required at a leadership or strategic level, with clear prior experience in building partnerships across multiple organisations.
• Exceptional leadership, business, and interpersonal proficiency.
• Be able to set business targets, timelines, plans and financial targets.
• Be able to develop key partnership strategies and build a team to ensure delivery against commitments to the Charity.
• Prior thriving managerial experience.
• Demonstrate clear ability to inspire and motivate others to achieve.
• Excellent computer and technology skills.
• Demonstrate sound communication and presentation skills.

Our mission is to continue to grow towards becoming one of the best charities in the UK. Our aim is to do this by building a diverse team, rich with different backgrounds and perspectives. Therefore, even if you feel you only are a 75% match, we would still love to hear from you. Skills can be learned, but diversity cannot.

Benefits of volunteering with Teenage Helpline

We recognise that you will be joining us and giving your time as an 'in-kind' donation, but there must be benefits for you too. When joining our team, you will be open to the following benefits:

• Professional and personal development opportunities in a variety of skill areas through volunteering in real roles. This may be general development or tailored to your specific needs or ambitions
• Becoming a member of a strong network of likeminded individuals, spread across the UK, who you can connect with and collaborate with both within and outside of the Charity
• Access to bespoke discounts, specifically designed for non-profit workers and Teenage Helpline volunteers
• Opportunities to truly shape the future of the Charity, having a direct influence over the impact that Teenage Helpline has on its direct beneficiaries

The hiring process

Our hiring process typically has two stages 

1. Video or Written Application (when applicable) 
2. Interview with the Volunteering Coordinator for that role

Some roles will have extra stages but we’ll let you know as early as possible if so.

Please let us know if you require any accommodations for the interview process, and we’ll do our best to assist.

The Church of England is committed to promoting a safe environment and culture.

Volunteers are expected to work within policies and procedures and attend required training.

Name of church/body: St Mary’s Church

Role title: Gardener

Main purpose of the role: To maintain church grounds to ensure they are well kept to enhance first impressions and reputation of the church.

What you will be doing: Weed, cut back brambles, tidy beds and driveways, dispose of litter, help with pruning, planting eg. bulbs, help with clearing things to tip as needed

When and where you will be doing it:

• St Mary’s Crypt (and St Michael’s and or St Peter’s)
• Flexible (can be in own time)

Who you will be responsible to: Week to week Rev Catherine Shelley, and overall to the PCC (trustees)

Training requirements: Induction

Support you will be given:

• Induction, training, regular check in
• Reasonable adjustments as needed (but mobility is required for this role).

General information    

Benefits: Spend time in fresh air, in nature, caring for a community space, with opportunities to meet others. We may be able to provide a reference for volunteers.

Person Specification for gardener

This document describes the skills, experience and attributes that a person needs to carry out the above role.  

Knowledge:

• Gardening/plants (desirable)

Skills:

• Gardening (essential)
• Attention to detail (essential)

Experience:        

• Risk assessment (desirable)
• Gardening (desirable)

Personal attributes:      

• Fit enough (essential)
• Flexible (essential)         

Qualifications/training:

• Gardening (desirable)   

Other:

• Ability to communicate remotely eg phone &/ email (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.

Make a lasting impact on future generations and your community, by becoming a governor for your local college.

Peridot Partners have partnered with the Department of Education to revolutionise the education governance sector, by appointing 137 new governors to college boards across England.

Education governors come from all backgrounds and sectors with either professional or lived experience that can help the board to make their decisions. A passion for education and future generations is a must, but you don’t need to have any experience in the education sector to become a governor.

Being an education governor or trustee is a rewarding and fulfilling venture for any of us. You don’t need to be a Chief Executive, a senior leader or even an educationalist to join the ever-growing pool of people who regularly attend board and committee meetings to influence and impact the quality of education delivered by our schools, sixth forms, further education colleges and universities. 

As an education governor, you will draw on the professional experience of your working career and your own life experiences to support and challenge the strategic direction of the organisation. You will reflect on the lessons that you have learnt through education, work and life to ask questions and understand how decisions being made on an operational level will and could impact the students and their potential for achievement.

Peridot Partners and the Department of Education are, together, committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and our client expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. The successful candidate(s) will be subject to an enhanced DBS check and satisfactory references before any final offer can be made.

Please click 'Apply via website’ to be redirected to the Peridot Partners website, where you can see the available opportunities and register your interest. 

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, Todmorden (and potentially St Peters Walsden and/or St Michaels Cornholme)

Role title: Sunday School Volunteer

Main purpose of the role: Support the growth of Sunday school and plan and increase capacity for children to join church activities.

What you will be doing:

• Develop activities suitable for volunteers to assist children to take part in.
• Plan ahead, agreed programme and rota to ensure consistent Sunday school involvement.
• Engage with families

When and where you will be doing it:

• St Mary’s Todmorden, step free with induction loop
• 11am-noon Sundays

Disclosure & Barring Service (DBS) Requirements: Enhanced child and adult check

Who you will be responsible to: Rev Catherine Shelley 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

General information 

Benefits:

• Enable children to feel welcome, included and engaged.
• Be part of a team.
• Personal development opportunities.
• Ensure families are able to take part in church on Sundays.
• Support the church’s capacity to develop and deliver inclusive activities.

Person Specification for Sunday school helpers

Knowledge:

• Safeguarding (desirable)
• Safety (desirable)
• Confidentiality (desirable)

Skills:

• Interpersonal skills (essential)
• Boundaries (essential)
• Communication (verbal) (essential)

Experience:        

• Risk assessment (desirable)

Personal attributes:      

• Fun, Friendly, approachable (essential)
• Inclusive, non judgemental (essential)
• Welcoming (essential)
• Reliable (essential)
• Attentive (essential)

Qualifications/training:

• Child development/care /Youth work/education (desirable)
• Equality, Diversity, Inclusion (desirable)

Availablity

• Sundays 11-noon (however often as you can)

Other:

• Ability to communicate remotely eg phone &/ email (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.

Can you help us to bring in the funds we need to make the food bank a success? 

We are looking for a volunteer Fundraising Lead to play a significant role in shaping a fundraising strategy, help raise awareness of Bounds Green Food Bank (BGFB) and generate income through events, projects and fundraising activities.

We currently raise money through grants, individual donations and community projects. We would like to broaden our fundraising initiatives and are looking for someone to raise funds, meet fundraising targets, raise our profile with key funding partners, and inspire relevant groups to support us.

About Bounds Green Food Bank: 

Open since June 2020, we serve over 1,500 children and adults in the community. We are committed to improving lives by providing food and essential household items and helping alleviate household food insecurity. We strive to promote social inclusion by supporting people and families in crisis situations and needing assistance.

The role: 

• Work with the Board of Trustees to agree a fundraising strategy, including setting annual fundraising targets

• Help to develop a fundraising team

• Identify income-generating opportunities and develop projects

• Build, develop and maintain relationships to secure funding

• Provide guidance to other teams that support fundraising initiatives e.g. the Grants Writing Team, Events Team and the Communication Team

Person specification: 

• Passionate about food insecurity and reducing social isolation

• Experience working in a fundraising role, including grants, trusts and foundations

• Ability and willingness  to work to financial targets 

• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, and attention to detail

• Able to work flexibly and under pressure

• Ability to be creative and entrepreneurial in order to find new ways to raise funds

Benefits:

• Gain access to free workshops for volunteers and upskill on a range of topics (conflict resolution, mental health first aid, arts and crafts, and more)

• Join free social events for volunteers (such as picnics, walks, creative workshops and celebration events)

• Give back to the community - one of the NHS’ 5 Ways to Wellbeing!

• Gain a sense of community and meet the huge team of volunteers

Join Sculpt as a Youth Advisory Board Member!

About us

Sculpt is a UK-based charity providing research, training and work-experience opportunities that empower young people to shape their own futures and those of their communities. As the role of young people in the organisation is crucial, we have an independent Youth Advisory Board (YAB) that evaluates and steers our work. The YAB consists of young people from different backgrounds and experiences who are aware of the problems facing young people today and want to do something positive about them.

About the Youth Advisory Board

Sculpt’s YAB is a group of passionate young people with a keen interest in youth issues who bring their insight and voice to the issues we work on. Their role is to constantly review, monitor, and quality control our work in order to ensure it remains youth–led and effective. 

Members of the YAB support us by:

• Providing a voice, ideas and insight to help ensure our work is relevant to the needs of young people

• Working together to advise and provide insights on social issues from a variety of perspectives

• Applying their life experiences in the development of socially positive causes

• Problem-solving and evaluating existing decision-making to refine ideas and initiatives

• Helping us raise awareness of our work among other young people

What we can offer you:

• Valuable volunteering experience and a chance to work as a collective team to do rewarding work 

• Chance to develop a variety of highly transferable skills, from leadership and decision-making, to conflict management, communication and more

• Opportunity to gain valuable insight into how a charity is run and to engage with a diverse team of professionals, the CEO and board of trustees 

• Learn about a variety of different societally impactful projects

• Opportunity to represent Sculpt at conferences and events  

If you are interested in the problems facing young people, joining Sculpt’s YAB is a great way to gain experience volunteering in an advisory role at an NGO, as well as to influence the work we do. 

Current YAB team: 

We currently have six YAB members. Within this, we have a Chair of the YAB, Vice chair of the YAB, and 4 general members. 

What would I do? 

The YAB meets monthly to discuss Sculpt’s current work and projects, as well as hear about the different opportunities available to Advisory Board members. An agenda is prepared and shared in advance. Meetings are usually held online but we sometimes meet in person. 

As a member of the YAB, you will gain first-hand experience of being part of a youth-led organisation. From providing input into and evaluating our programmes, to designing new campaign and social media ideas, you will have the opportunity to develop your written and communication skills and shape what we do to serve young people. All training offered by Sculpt is open and free to Advisory Board members. Please note that being a YAB member is a volunteer role. 

Travel expenses for in-person meetings are reimbursed, and we make adjustments where needed to remove barriers to participation. This can include providing support/ assistance for online participation or covering the costs of a personal assistant/carer or interpreter/translator if YAB members use one, for example. 

About the open roles

We are currently hiring for YAB General Members. Please read the role description below to determine if it will fit your interests and experiences. However, please do not be discouraged from applying if you have limited prior work experience or knowledge in these areas. We are most interested in finding candidates who are passionate about our work and are eager to learn.

YAB General Member

As a YAB General Member, you will ensure that Sculpt pursues its organisational objectives, provide strategic direction to the organisation’s work, and attend meetings and prepare for them in advance if needed. There will be opportunities to get involved in various areas of our work across fundraising, programme design and evaluation, policies, communications, and social media. 

The Sculpt team will help facilitate the collaboration with the YAB and bring you opportunities to contribute to. At the same time, we are always open to hear your thoughts and advice on how we can continue being effective and responsive. You will be well-supported by us, other YAB members, and the YAB Chair. 

Looking for young people 14-25 years old, with a focus on those 14-18 years old (but young people up to 25 years can apply).

We also want to add that members must be available for an online meeting once a month at either lunchtimes or early evenings. - this is to manage expectations as the younger age people will have less control over their own diaries/timings as it will depend on school, parents, hobbies etc

How to apply

We can’t wait to receive your application and learn more about you! Please make sure to include:

●  A short CV (max. one A4 page)

●  A cover letter explaining your interest in the position – this is more important than having prior experience! (max. one A4 page) 

Upon successful appointment, two character references will be requested. These do not have to be from previous employers. We want to hear from someone who knows you and can speak to your character and abilities.

Sculpt is an inclusive organisation and we embrace diversity because we know that bringing together people with different experiences, perspectives and backgrounds will lead to even greater results for young people. We encourage applications from young people from all backgrounds, identities and lived experiences including those who are LGBTQIA+, Black, Asian or another minority ethnicity, disabled, young carers, refugees, and from low-income backgrounds.

The application deadline is 8th of December 2024.

We look forward to hearing from you!  

In-Deep Community Task Force is a grassroots charity working with isolated older people and children with Special Education Needs (SEND) and their families in Westminster, Kensington and Chelsea, Lambeth and surrounding areas.

We aim to promote friendship and understanding in the community, and tackle loneliness and isolation by bringing people together to take part in meaningful activities. We offer a range of services and support for those in need.

In-Deep is run by a board of trustees and our activities are supported by volunteers, including volunteers with disabilities, students and people from the local area. In-Deep volunteers were thrilled to be awarded the Queen’s Award for Voluntary Service in 2013; this is the most esteemed award for volunteers of any charity, and a testament to their dedication.

In-Deep’s Mission Statement

We want to promote an inclusive society where everyone feels welcome and connected to the community. Our vision for the future is to extend our activities to different boroughs in London, so that more people can come to our activities and experience friendship.

Office Assistant Role

Schedule: 1 to 2 days a week (Monday, Tuesday, and/or Thursday)

Responsibilities:

• General administrative duties
• Emailing and making new contacts to promote services
• Assisting in fundraising applications
• Finance and budgeting tasks
• Supporting current staff

Requirements:

• Comfortable making phone calls
• Ability to work independently
• Willingness to receive training and guidance from current staff

Skills:

• Strong organizational and time management skills
• Excellent written and verbal communication
• Proficiency in MS Office and other relevant software
• Attention to detail and problem-solving abilities

Ideal Candidate:

• Proactive and self-motivated
• Friendly and approachable
• Adaptable to various tasks and responsibilities

This role offers a great opportunity to gain experience in a supportive environment while contributing to the team’s success