Trustee Volunteer Roles

Do you want to make a real difference to Scope, the disability equality charity, and our income?

Do you like a variety of roles, from talking to people to sorting stock, or are you not sure what you’d like to do?

Do you have a couple of hours a week to support your local charity shop?

You might like our shop volunteer role! 

About this role 

You will be vital to the work of your local Scope shop, generating income and raising awareness of our work in your local community. You will receive all training and support you need to get involved and enjoy your time volunteering. 

Your role may include: 

• sorting and organising goods for sale
• helping to display stock and window dressing
• tidying and cleaning the shop
• welcoming and supporting customers
• using the till and taking payments
• steaming clothes so they look better for customers
• pricing and tagging new donations

When and where 

You will be in our Scope Surbiton shop at 82A Victoria Road, Surbiton, KT6 4NS. We are flexible on the times you would like to volunteer. We’d love your help for as little as 1 hour a week, but if you can give more time that would help us even more.

Who we’re looking for 

We welcome anyone who is friendly and passionate about disability equality! 

Some volunteers want to learn more about charities or about retail. Others want to make a difference to the lives of disabled people. Other volunteers are interested in our training and development opportunities. Some people join us to meet new people and make friends. Sometimes people want to help a charity shop they like shopping in, while also getting a discount in the shop!

We particularly welcome applications from disabled people. Equality and inclusion are at the heart of Scope’s mission. We are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive environment for all volunteers.

Skills and experience you can gain 

• teamwork
• customer service
• till operation
• organisation
• retail skills
• communication
• stock preparation and management
• health and safety
• valuable experience for your cv
• experience of a large, national disability charity

What we can offer you ​

• introduction to scope
• demonstration of your tasks
• training courses, in person and online
• personal development opportunities
• support and regular catchups from a dedicated manager
• agreed travel expenses- all volunteers are entitled to claim their travel expenses if they work a minimum of a 4-hour shift.
• adjustments to make the role accessible for you
• work experience for your cv
• a work reference
• 20% discount in your scope charity shop

Safeguarding 

Safeguarding is everyone’s responsibility. Scope is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare and wellbeing of children and adults at risk, whether receiving services or being staff or volunteers. It expects all trustees, staff and volunteers to share this commitment. 

Volunteering at Scope 

Scope is a disability equality charity providing practical information, emotional support and campaigning for a fairer society. 

As a shop volunteer, you’ll help raise vital funds for our work towards everyday equality for disabled people. You will make a real difference to the lives of disabled people and their families. 

Do you want to make a real difference to Scope, the disability equality charity, and our income?

Do you like a variety of roles, from talking to people to sorting stock, or are you not sure what you’d like to do?

Do you have a couple of hours a week to support your local charity shop?

You might like our shop volunteer role! 

About this role 

You will be vital to the work of your local Scope shop, generating income and raising awareness of our work in your local community. You will receive all training and support you need to get involved and enjoy your time volunteering. 

Your role may include: 

• sorting and organising goods for sale
• helping to display stock and window dressing
• tidying and cleaning the shop
• welcoming and supporting customers
• using the till and taking payments
• steaming clothes so they look better for customers
• pricing and tagging new donations

When and where 

You will be in our Scope Atherstone shop at 86 Long Street, Atherstone, Warwicks, CV9 1AT. We are flexible on the times you would like to volunteer. We’d love your help for as little as 1 hour a week, but if you can give more time that would help us even more.

Who we’re looking for 

We welcome anyone who is friendly and passionate about disability equality! 

Some volunteers want to learn more about charities or about retail. Others want to make a difference to the lives of disabled people. Other volunteers are interested in our training and development opportunities. Some people join us to meet new people and make friends. Sometimes people want to help a charity shop they like shopping in, while also getting a discount in the shop!

We particularly welcome applications from disabled people. Equality and inclusion are at the heart of Scope’s mission. We are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive environment for all volunteers.

Skills and experience you can gain 

• teamwork
• customer service
• till operation
• organisation
• retail skills
• communication
• stock preparation and management
• health and safety
• valuable experience for your cv
• experience of a large, national disability charity

What we can offer you ​

• introduction to scope
• demonstration of your tasks
• training courses, in person and online
• personal development opportunities
• support and regular catchups from a dedicated manager
• agreed travel expenses- all volunteers are entitled to claim their travel expenses if they work a minimum of a 4-hour shift.
• adjustments to make the role accessible for you
• work experience for your cv
• a work reference
• 20% discount in your scope charity shop

Safeguarding 

Safeguarding is everyone’s responsibility. Scope is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare and wellbeing of children and adults at risk, whether receiving services or being staff or volunteers. It expects all trustees, staff and volunteers to share this commitment. 

Volunteering at Scope 

Scope is a disability equality charity providing practical information, emotional support and campaigning for a fairer society. 

As a shop volunteer, you’ll help raise vital funds for our work towards everyday equality for disabled people. You will make a real difference to the lives of disabled people and their families. 

Do you want to make a real difference to Scope, the disability equality charity, and our income?

Do you like a variety of roles, from talking to people to sorting stock, or are you not sure what you’d like to do?

Do you have a couple of hours a week to support your local charity shop?

You might like our shop volunteer role! 

About this role 

An exciting opportunity to volunteer at our brand new Fulham shop, generating income and raising awareness of our work in your local community. You will receive all training and support you need to get involved and enjoy your time volunteering. 

Your role may include: 

• sorting and organising goods for sale
• helping to display stock and window dressing
• tidying and cleaning the shop
• welcoming and supporting customers
• using the till and taking payments
• steaming clothes so they look better for customers
• pricing and tagging new donations

When and where 

You will be in our Scope Llandudno shop at 33 Madoc Street, Llandudno, Gwynedd, LL30 2TL. We are flexible on the times you would like to volunteer. We’d love your help for as little as 1 hour a week, but if you can give more time that would help us even more.

Who we’re looking for 

We welcome anyone who is friendly and passionate about disability equality! 

Some volunteers want to learn more about charities or about retail. Others want to make a difference to the lives of disabled people. Other volunteers are interested in our training and development opportunities. Some people join us to meet new people and make friends. Sometimes people want to help a charity shop they like shopping in, while also getting a discount in the shop!

We particularly welcome applications from disabled people. Equality and inclusion are at the heart of Scope’s mission. We are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive environment for all volunteers.

Skills and experience you can gain 

• teamwork
• customer service
• till operation
• organisation
• retail skills
• communication
• stock preparation and management
• health and safety
• valuable experience for your cv
• experience of a large, national disability charity

What we can offer you ​

• introduction to scope
• demonstration of your tasks
• training courses, in person and online
• personal development opportunities
• support and regular catchups from a dedicated manager
• Pre- agreed travel expenses
• adjustments to make the role accessible for you
• work experience for your cv
• a work reference
• 20% discount in your scope charity shop

Safeguarding 

Safeguarding is everyone’s responsibility. Scope is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare and wellbeing of children and adults at risk, whether receiving services or being staff or volunteers. It expects all trustees, staff and volunteers to share this commitment. 

Volunteering at Scope 

Scope is a disability equality charity providing practical information, emotional support and campaigning for a fairer society. 

As a shop volunteer, you’ll help raise vital funds for our work towards everyday equality for disabled people. You will make a real difference to the lives of disabled people and their families. 

FUNDRAISING COORDINATOR

Volunteer Store Collection Co-ordinators (East or West Suffolk)

Do you have previous fundraising experience? If you do or are good at coordinating and organising events, volunteer to help us manage our fundraising activities so we can raise essential funds to improve animal welfare. 

Our fabulous team of volunteers run regular store collections across Suffolk helping to raise valuable funds and spread awareness of our vital work and upcoming fundraising events.

 We are looking for a Volunteer Store Collection Co-ordinator to help plan and organise these collections in both the East Suffolk area (Felixstowe to Needham Market) and West Suffolk area (Stowmarket to Bury St Edmunds!) 

Activities involve

• Liaise with our Community Engagement Administrator on locations/dates required and ensure bookings confirmed with store/head office. 
• Co-ordinate with Store Managers on logistics/timings for the day. Book in volunteer collectors before each date (usually around 6 required for 2 hour shifts each), with assistance from Community Engagement Administrator and send information/reminders before the day to the team. 
• Prepare collection buckets with labels and seal with ties.
• Deliver buckets, table and literature to a collector who is doing the first shift. Collect the buckets, table and literature from the last collectors and deliver the buckets to a Trustee to count/bank the takings. 
• Follow up communications to volunteers, branch team and store manager notifying them of collection total and sending thank you's.

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.   

Do you want to make a real difference to Scope, the disability equality charity, and our income?

Do you like a variety of roles, from talking to people to sorting stock, or are you not sure what you’d like to do?

Do you have a couple of hours a week to support your local charity shop?

You might like our shop volunteer role! 

About this role 

You will be vital to the work of your local Scope shop, generating income and raising awareness of our work in your local community. You will receive all training and support you need to get involved and enjoy your time volunteering. 

Your role may include: 

• sorting and organising goods for sale
• helping to display stock and window dressing
• tidying and cleaning the shop
• welcoming and supporting customers
• using the till and taking payments
• steaming clothes so they look better for customers
• pricing and tagging new donations

When and where 

You will be in our Scope Clapham Junction shop at Clapham Junction, 34 St John's Rd, London SW11 1PW. We are flexible on the times you would like to volunteer. We’d love your help for as little as 1 hour a week, but if you can give more time that would help us even more.

Who we’re looking for 

We welcome anyone who is friendly and passionate about disability equality! 

Some volunteers want to learn more about charities or about retail. Others want to make a difference to the lives of disabled people. Other volunteers are interested in our training and development opportunities. Some people join us to meet new people and make friends. Sometimes people want to help a charity shop they like shopping in, while also getting a discount in the shop!

We particularly welcome applications from disabled people. Equality and inclusion are at the heart of Scope’s mission. We are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive environment for all volunteers.

Skills and experience you can gain 

• teamwork
• customer service
• till operation
• organisation
• retail skills
• communication
• stock preparation and management
• health and safety
• valuable experience for your cv
• experience of a large, national disability charity

What we can offer you ​

• introduction to scope
• demonstration of your tasks
• training courses, in person and online
• personal development opportunities
• support and regular catchups from a dedicated manager
• agreed travel expenses- all volunteers are entitled to claim their travel expenses if they work a minimum of a 4-hour shift.
• adjustments to make the role accessible for you
• work experience for your cv
• a work reference
• 20% discount in your scope charity shop

Safeguarding 

Safeguarding is everyone’s responsibility. Scope is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare and wellbeing of children and adults at risk, whether receiving services or being staff or volunteers. It expects all trustees, staff and volunteers to share this commitment. 

Volunteering at Scope 

Scope is a disability equality charity providing practical information, emotional support and campaigning for a fairer society. 

As a shop volunteer, you’ll help raise vital funds for our work towards everyday equality for disabled people. You will make a real difference to the lives of disabled people and their families. 

Are you passionate about digital media?

As a Digital Workshop Volunteer, you’ll use your skills to help individuals with learning disabilities develop digital literacy, grow in confidence, and create meaningful content.

From planning to filming, editing, and sharing online, you will support our citizens in bringing their voices and stories to life. All while building their independence and helping them navigate the digital world.

Examples of projects we’ve created include:

• Disability hate crime video – Working with West Midlands Police, the group helped create a video about what disability hate crime is and how to report it.
• Disability action plan – The group reviewed the government’s disability action plan and shared their thoughts in a presentation delivered to the board of trustees.
• Online safety training – We worked together to become more aware of how to stay safe online.

What would I be doing?

As a Digital Workshop Volunteer, you will:

• Work with a group of citizens, each with their own abilities, to support their digital journey
• Teach and guide citizens in planning content, filming, editing, uploading to social media, and using Microsoft and Google’s suite of tools (Drive, Docs, and Slides)
• Support group activities and provide 1-to-1 assistance to individuals who need extra guidance
• Help make digital tools accessible and meaningful to our citizens, enabling them to express themselves and engage with the online world in a safe, empowering way

What do I need?

You don’t need to be an expert—but you do need:

• A good understanding of digital platforms, social media, and Google tools (Drive, Docs, Slides)
• A passion for digital creativity and a desire to teach others
• A patient, supportive, and encouraging attitude, willing to work at the pace of those you’re helping
• A commitment to working with individuals who may have a range of abilities, interests, and learning styles
• An enhanced DBS check and references will be required

When and where do you need me?

• Monday afternoons 13:00 – 14:30
• Weoley Castle Community Centre, Bottetourt Road, Weoley Castle, B29 5TE

What’s in it for me?

As a Digital Workshop Volunteer, you’ll gain:

• The opportunity to make a real difference in someone’s life by helping them gain valuable digital skills and confidence
• Hands-on digital media experience, from content creation to social media strategies
• The chance to teach what you love while learning new skills
• The fulfillment of working with an inspiring group of people who are eager to learn from you
• A diverse and welcoming volunteer community, where you’ll meet new people and build connections
• Training and development opportunities to support your role
• Agreed out-of-pocket expenses
• A rewarding sense of achievement and appreciation from those you help
• Boosted career opportunities by adding this impactful volunteer experience to your CV

Are you passionate about making a difference in the lives of individuals affected by drug and alcohol use? Join Collective Voice as our Independent Chair!

Applications for this role close at 9 a.m. Wednesday 4th December. 

Who we are.

Established in 2015, Collective Voice is the national alliance of voluntary sector drug and alcohol treatment and recovery services. We advocate for a system that reduces harm and nurtures recovery and the vital role of charities in delivering this.

We work in partnership with a range of organisations to:

• Advocate for treatment and recovery by influencing policy at a national level and championing the voluntary sector’s role in treatment and recovery.
• Build the field by informing, connecting and innovating.
• Strengthen our collective voice by renewing our governance, growing and diversifying our membership, and leading through collaboration.

About the role.

This is an exciting time to join Collective Voice. We are a young charity; originally created as an alliance of treatment and recovery charities in 2015 and constituted as an independent charity in 2019.

Thanks in considerable part to our first independent Chair, Lea Milligan, we have built a strong reputation and are ambitious to build upon our foundations as we look to work with a new Government and develop plans beyond our current 2022-25 organisational strategy.

Our new Chair will help us realise the next stage of our evolution. Working closely with our Director and Board of Trustees, you will help us think through and drive our future direction, leading our next strategy and involving more diverse voices to build on our work to date.

Who we are looking for.

We are looking for someone with vision and ambition who will understand how to shape and develop great governance and formulate and deliver strategy. You will have deft interpersonal skills, experience in representation, and the ability to engage with a wide range of stakeholders. As the board continues to evolve and mature, you will also be an expert in offering constructive critique and challenge and drawing out healthy and generative debate.

Given that independence is important in this role, your experience is likely to come from outside of alcohol and drug treatment, but this could be in allied areas such as mental health, criminal justice, homelessness, children’s or adult social care. However, we are looking for a Chair who can drive and support change and development with gravitas and credibility, so we are open-minded about your background. What is important is your commitment to ensuring the voice of the drug and alcohol treatment sector and the people who use its services is heard.

We are keen to encourage applications from a diverse range of candidates to ensure we have an inclusive Board with different skills and perspectives, and we welcome applications from a wide range of backgrounds.

Please click 'Apply via website’ to be redirected to the Peridot Partners website, where you can find full details of the candidate profile and register your interest to apply.

Applications for this role close at 9 a.m. Wednesday 4th December.

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.

Do you want to make a real difference to Scope, the disability equality charity, and our income?

Do you like a variety of roles, from talking to people to sorting stock, or are you not sure what you’d like to do?

Do you have a couple of hours a week to support your local charity shop?

You might like our shop volunteer role! 

About this role 

You will be vital to the work of your local Scope shop, generating income and raising awareness of our work in your local community. You will receive all training and support you need to get involved and enjoy your time volunteering. 

Your role may include: 

• sorting and organising goods for sale
• helping to display stock and window dressing
• tidying and cleaning the shop
• welcoming and supporting customers
• using the till and taking payments
• steaming clothes so they look better for customers
• pricing and tagging new donations

When and where 

You will be in our Scope Amersham shop at 17 Sycamore Road, Amersham, Buckinghamshire, HP6 5EQ. We are flexible on the times you would like to volunteer. We’d love your help for as little as 1 hour a week, but if you can give more time that would help us even more.

Who we’re looking for 

We welcome anyone who is friendly and passionate about disability equality! 

Some volunteers want to learn more about charities or about retail. Others want to make a difference to the lives of disabled people. Other volunteers are interested in our training and development opportunities. Some people join us to meet new people and make friends. Sometimes people want to help a charity shop they like shopping in, while also getting a discount in the shop!

We particularly welcome applications from disabled people. Equality and inclusion are at the heart of Scope’s mission. We are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive environment for all volunteers.

Skills and experience you can gain 

• teamwork
• customer service
• till operation
• organisation
• retail skills
• communication
• stock preparation and management
• health and safety
• valuable experience for your cv
• experience of a large, national disability charity

What we can offer you ​

• introduction to scope
• demonstration of your tasks
• training courses, in person and online
• personal development opportunities
• support and regular catchups from a dedicated manager
• agreed travel expenses- all volunteers are entitled to claim their travel expenses if they work a minimum of a 4 hour shift.
• adjustments to make the role accessible for you
• work experience for your cv
• a work reference
• 20% discount in your scope charity shop

Safeguarding 

Safeguarding is everyone’s responsibility. Scope is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare and wellbeing of children and adults at risk, whether receiving services or being staff or volunteers. It expects all trustees, staff and volunteers to share this commitment. 

Volunteering at Scope 

Scope is a disability equality charity providing practical information, emotional support and campaigning for a fairer society. 

As a shop volunteer, you’ll help raise vital funds for our work towards everyday equality for disabled people. You will make a real difference to the lives of disabled people and their families. 

Do you want to make a real difference to Scope, the disability equality charity, and our income?

Do you like a variety of roles, from talking to people to sorting stock, or are you not sure what you’d like to do?

Do you have a couple of hours a week to support your local charity shop?

You might like our shop volunteer role! 

About this role 

An exciting opportunity to volunteer at our brand new Fulham shop, generating income and raising awareness of our work in your local community. You will receive all training and support you need to get involved and enjoy your time volunteering. 

Your role may include: 

• sorting and organising goods for sale
• helping to display stock and window dressing
• tidying and cleaning the shop
• welcoming and supporting customers
• using the till and taking payments
• steaming clothes so they look better for customers
• pricing and tagging new donations

When and where 

You will be in our Scope Northampton shop at 55/57 Abingdon Street, Northampton, NN1 2AW. We are flexible on the times you would like to volunteer. We’d love your help for as little as 1 hour a week, but if you can give more time that would help us even more.

Who we’re looking for 

We welcome anyone who is friendly and passionate about disability equality! 

Some volunteers want to learn more about charities or about retail. Others want to make a difference to the lives of disabled people. Other volunteers are interested in our training and development opportunities. Some people join us to meet new people and make friends. Sometimes people want to help a charity shop they like shopping in, while also getting a discount in the shop!

We particularly welcome applications from disabled people. Equality and inclusion are at the heart of Scope’s mission. We are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive environment for all volunteers.

Skills and experience you can gain 

• teamwork
• customer service
• till operation
• organisation
• retail skills
• communication
• stock preparation and management
• health and safety
• valuable experience for your cv
• experience of a large, national disability charity

What we can offer you ​

• introduction to scope
• demonstration of your tasks
• training courses, in person and online
• personal development opportunities
• support and regular catchups from a dedicated manager
• Pre- agreed travel expenses
• adjustments to make the role accessible for you
• work experience for your cv
• a work reference
• 20% discount in your scope charity shop

Safeguarding 

Safeguarding is everyone’s responsibility. Scope is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare and wellbeing of children and adults at risk, whether receiving services or being staff or volunteers. It expects all trustees, staff and volunteers to share this commitment. 

Volunteering at Scope 

Scope is a disability equality charity providing practical information, emotional support and campaigning for a fairer society. 

As a shop volunteer, you’ll help raise vital funds for our work towards everyday equality for disabled people. You will make a real difference to the lives of disabled people and their families. 

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.

Do you want to make a real difference to Scope, the disability equality charity, and our income?

Do you like a variety of roles, from talking to people to sorting stock, or are you not sure what you’d like to do?

Do you have a couple of hours a week to support your local charity shop?

You might like our shop volunteer role! 

About this role 

An exciting opportunity to volunteer at our brand new Fulham shop, generating income and raising awareness of our work in your local community. You will receive all training and support you need to get involved and enjoy your time volunteering. 

Your role may include: 

• sorting and organising goods for sale
• helping to display stock and window dressing
• tidying and cleaning the shop
• welcoming and supporting customers
• using the till and taking payments
• steaming clothes so they look better for customers
• pricing and tagging new donations

When and where 

You will be in our Scope Fulham shop at 421 North End Road, Fulham, London, SW6 1NY. We are flexible on the times you would like to volunteer. We’d love your help for as little as 1 hour a week, but if you can give more time that would help us even more.

Who we’re looking for 

We welcome anyone who is friendly and passionate about disability equality! 

Some volunteers want to learn more about charities or about retail. Others want to make a difference to the lives of disabled people. Other volunteers are interested in our training and development opportunities. Some people join us to meet new people and make friends. Sometimes people want to help a charity shop they like shopping in, while also getting a discount in the shop!

We particularly welcome applications from disabled people. Equality and inclusion are at the heart of Scope’s mission. We are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive environment for all volunteers.

Skills and experience you can gain 

• teamwork
• customer service
• till operation
• organisation
• retail skills
• communication
• stock preparation and management
• health and safety
• valuable experience for your cv
• experience of a large, national disability charity

What we can offer you ​

• introduction to scope
• demonstration of your tasks
• training courses, in person and online
• personal development opportunities
• support and regular catchups from a dedicated manager
• agreed travel expenses- all volunteers are entitled to claim their travel expenses if they work a minimum of a 4-hour shift.
• adjustments to make the role accessible for you
• work experience for your cv
• a work reference
• 20% discount in your scope charity shop

Safeguarding 

Safeguarding is everyone’s responsibility. Scope is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare and wellbeing of children and adults at risk, whether receiving services or being staff or volunteers. It expects all trustees, staff and volunteers to share this commitment. 

Volunteering at Scope 

Scope is a disability equality charity providing practical information, emotional support and campaigning for a fairer society. 

As a shop volunteer, you’ll help raise vital funds for our work towards everyday equality for disabled people. You will make a real difference to the lives of disabled people and their families. 

Driver role – own vehicle (Ceredigion Branch)

Can you help our four-legged friends get from A to B? We are looking for a friendly volunteer who can dedicate some time and their vehicle to transport our animals between our centres, boarding establishments, and the vets. 

The main activity at the Ceredigion Branch is veterinary assistance and cat rehoming. Our branch is run by a committee of locally elected volunteers who are responsible for the management and administration of the branch's affairs. You will work alongside the trustees and volunteers to provide transport for cats in care.

As a volunteer driver, you would be able to provide a suitable vehicle that you could use to help us transport the animals in our care. This is so our furry friends can get the veterinary care that they need or to reach one of our adoption units or animal centres. 

You will be provided with everything you need to be able to transport our animals safely such as leads, cages etc. as well as any training and support.

Volunteer Driver responsibilities:

• Transport animals to and from the vets, private boarding establishments and our animal centres within our health and safety guidelines.
• Ensure that RSPCA rules and regulations are complied with.
• Carry out a small amount of administrative work, such as completing mileage returns.
• Use RSPCA equipment to help you transport the animals such as leads, cages, kennels etc.

What we are looking for in a volunteer Driver:

• Drivers must be aged 18 or over, have a valid driving licence, and a vehicle, which is suitable for transporting animals.
• Someone who can lift animals in and out of the vehicle. 
• A friendly volunteer who has time and patience for each animal.
• Someone who is flexible and can offer an ongoing commitment.
• A careful driver!

What we can offer you as a volunteer Driver: 

• A way to meet new people and make new friends in your local area.
• A place where you will learn excellent new skills to add to your CV.
• An excellent induction and training programme relevant to your role.
• A fun environment at the heart of the local community.
• The opportunity to make a huge difference to the welfare of animals.
• Reimbursement for any reasonable expenses you may incur whilst volunteering with us.

Practical considerations:

• Volunteers will be required to complete an annual driver’s declaration
• This role will involve lifting animals of various sizes and weight.
• All volunteers must ensure that they are not under the influence of drugs or alcohol whilst driving for the RSPCA.

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. 

If you are interested in the role of a driver, you must be based in the Based Ceredigion and surrounding areas

We hope you are interested in volunteering for our branch!

Join Us as the Head of Finance and Investments

Location: Remote / Homebased
Application Closing Date: 30th November 2024

About Us:
At Project Yananai, we believe in the transformative power of education and its critical role in alleviating poverty. With a mission to uplift communities worldwide through innovative education programs and sustainable solutions, our organization has an impact on lives across multiple continents. Now, we are seeking a passionate and dynamic Head of Finance and Investments to lead our financial strategy and investment initiatives, ensuring that we maximize our resources for maximum impact in the communities we serve.

Your Role:
As the Head of Finance and Investments, you will be at the forefront of our mission, driving financial strategies that align with our vision of global empowerment through education. You will oversee budgeting, financial planning, and investment management, ensuring that we not only sustain our operations but also unleash our potential for growth.

Key Responsibilities:

• Strategic Leadership: Develop and implement financial strategies that support our mission and drive organisational sustainability.
• Investment Oversight: Manage investment portfolios with a focus on aligning with our mission and values; identify opportunities for philanthropic investments that yield both social and financial returns.
• Financial Planning & Analysis: Oversee budgeting processes, forecasts, and financial reporting to ensure transparency and informed decision-making.
• Risk Management: Implement robust risk management strategies to protect our assets and ensure compliance with financial regulations.
• Stakeholder Collaboration: Work closely with the Executive Leadership Team and Board of Trustees to communicate financial insights and support governance in financial matters.
• Team Leadership: Build and mentor a high-performing finance team, fostering a culture of accountability and collaboration.

Who You Are:

• Passionate Advocate: You are committed to making a difference in the world and believe in the power of education as a tool for social change.
• Experienced Finance Leader: You have a proven track record in finance and investment management. Previous work within the non-profit sector is desirable but not essential. Experience in international organizations is a plus!
• Strategic Thinker: You possess strong analytical skills and can translate complex financial data into actionable insights that drive decision-making.
• Exceptional Communicator: You have the ability to articulate financial concepts clearly to diverse audiences, including executives, donors, and program leaders.
• Inspirational Manager: You thrive in a collaborative environment, leading and inspiring a diverse team to achieve common goals.

Why Join Us?

• Impactful Work: Help shape the future of education and poverty alleviation on a global scale.
• Supportive Culture: Be part of a passionate and dedicated team that values innovation, collaboration, and ethical practices.
• Professional Growth: Enjoy opportunities for training and development that expand your career while making a lasting impact.

Ready to Take the Lead?
If you are ready to make a difference and bring your expertise to a mission-driven organization, we want to hear from you! 

Together, let’s empower communities worldwide through education and sustainable financial growth!

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