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About Lights Up

Lights Up was established shortly before the COVID-19 pandemic to support theatre and creative activity. The timing was challenging: theatres subsequently remained closed for a prolonged period and the environment in which the charity had been established changed considerably.

The existing trustees now believe that Lights Up's charitable structure and fundraising capability could be put to wider social use. In particular, we are exploring an evolution of the charity that would enable it to provide umbrella funding and support for organisations and initiatives tackling homelessness.

No change of objects has yet been made. As part of this process, and following discussions with the Charity Commission, we are recruiting a new Board of Trustees before the proposed changes are considered and progressed.

The opportunity

We are looking for new trustees to help oversee the next stage of Lights Up's development.

One of the founding trustees will remain with the charity in an operational role as Executive Founder, reporting to and accountable to the Board. The other founding trustee will retire from the Board.

The new trustees will therefore have a genuine governance role: overseeing the charity's strategy, finances, regulatory compliance and future direction, including consideration and implementation of any approved changes to its charitable objects.

If the proposed new model proceeds, the charity does not intend to make decisions about the distribution of homelessness funding based solely on its own expertise. Funding allocations will be informed by advice from an appropriate independent third-party expert with relevant sector knowledge.

Who are we looking for?

We would particularly welcome applications from people interested in becoming a trustee for the first time. Previous charity or trustee experience is not required.

We are looking for people with sound judgement, integrity and an interest in using their skills to support effective charitable governance.

Experience in finance, law, governance, grant-making, fundraising, homelessness, social impact or the voluntary sector would be useful, but is not essential.

We are also seeking a Chair of Trustees, for whom previous governance or relevant board-level experience is expected.

Commitment

The roles are voluntary and primarily governance-focused. We anticipate approximately four Board meetings each year, predominantly held remotely, together with occasional additional input when required.

Why join now?

This is an opportunity to join a small charity at an exciting point in its development.

Rather than recruiting trustees to oversee an established model, we are inviting new Board members to help scrutinise, shape and govern the charity's proposed next chapter.

We want to be transparent about where Lights Up has come from, why change is being considered, and the responsibility the new Board will have in determining how that change is taken forward.

How to apply

Please send us a short expression of interest outlining your background, what you could bring to the Board and why the role interests you.

Please indicate if you would also like to be considered for the role of Chair of Trustees.

We are currently looking for a new Clinician Trustee who can use their expertise and strategic insight to support our growing charity at a critical time for cleft care and NHS reform.

The Clinician Trustee will contribute to all aspects of the charity’s governance while providing essential clinical expertise to support and enhance our work.

We are seeking an experienced professional to help drive CLAPA’s clinical impact in line with its strategic priorities. We are particularly interested in hearing from clinicians with experience of strategic leadership within cleft services, specialised commissioning, workforce development or national clinical networks, who can help CLAPA navigate a period of significant change and reform across the NHS.

In this role, you will offer insight into the patient journey across the evolving cleft care pathway, strengthen relationships between CLAPA and clinical teams and provide clinical guidance to inform our campaigns and initiatives. You will bring a strong understanding of patient centred care and use your expertise to help shape and influence improvements in services and outcomes.

Ideally, you will also draw on safeguarding experience from your clinical role to support the charity’s safeguarding function and promote best practice across our work.

If you think you have the experience, passion and leadership to help us meet the needs of the community we serve, we want to hear from you.

Do you want to help the youth of today become the lifesavers of tomorrow? We're on a mission to teach young people across the country how to save lives. It's a chance for them to learn important first aid skills in a fun, friendly, and safe environment. 

St John is one of the largest youth organisations in the country and many of our young volunteers go onto careers in health and/or social care.

Being a youth volunteer helps young people develop skills and confidence that go on to help them with further education and university applications. To do this we need dedicated and enthusiastic youth helpers. Do you have 2 hours in an evening, once a week during school term times to join our fun loving youth team supporting and developing our young inspirational volunteers? No matter what your interests: Crafting, Singing/Dancing, History, Science or caring for people/animals, we welcome you to join us. 

Full training is provided. This is a great opportunity to develop your own skills, knowledge and build on your CV. All whilst having fun, making friends and supporting your community. 

Our Badger are children aged 5-10 years of age and the Cadets are 11 – 17

If you’d like to know more about volunteering or would just like to chat to someone who does, get in touch. 

As a youth helper there is a requirement for you to attend weekly meetings, at least 2 per month, during term time. 

Must be able to attend meetings and attend courses when they become available. Complete any mandatory training required for role: Introduction to Safeguarding Safeguarding Level 1 GDPR Youth Helper Induction Workbook Safeguarding level 2

The closing date for this advert will be 31/12/2026

Interview - dates and time, locations to be advised

We’re Mind, the leading mental health charity. We won’t give up until everyone experiencing a mental health problem gets support and respect.

We provide advice and support to empower anybody experiencing a mental health problem and we campaign to improve services, raise awareness, and promote understanding.

Our volunteers are a fundamental part of our retail team. Any time they volunteer with us, helps us to be there for more people who are experiencing a mental health problem. 

About the volunteer role

We are looking for a reliable and organised volunteer to provide administrative support to our regional manager, who manages a network of our charity shops.

This is a varied role, and you will help with a range of tasks which will support our regional manager with key admin duties to ensuring the smooth running of our retail services.

There is flexibility around when and where this volunteering is carried out. This may include volunteering remotely from home, field-based support, or volunteering from one of our shops.

Key tasks

- Providing general administrative support to the regional manager

- Responding to emails and telephone enquiries

- Sending comms to wider team on behalf of regional manager

- Collating information on behalf of the regional manager

- Preparing and supporting with a range of documents such as Word, Excel & PowerPoint.

- Assisting the regional manager to arrange interviews with selected candidates.

- Carrying out data entry and other administrative tasks

- Providing administrative support associated with shop openings, relocations and closures.

- Supporting retail team with stock generation support

- Handling information appropriately and confidentially

About you

You do not need previous experience of working in a charity or mental health setting, we are looking for someone who is approachable, dependable and comfortable with working with information, people and various administrative tasks.

We’re looking for someone who:

- Is a good communicator with a friendly and professional telephone manner

- Has good administrative and organisational skills

- Can work well both independently and as part of a team

- Can take direction and follow instructions

- Is proactive and able to use their initiative

- Is reliable, organised and has good attention to detail

- Has good IT skills and is comfortable using Microsoft Office systems

Need to know:

Given the nature of this volunteer role and the information the volunteer may have access to, successful applicants will need to sign a confidentiality agreement as part of the onboarding process.

Experience & skills you will gain

You will have the opportunity to use and develop your administrative, communication and organisational skills, whilst also making a valuable contribution to our charity.

Our Commitment

We are committed to becoming actively anti-racist in everything we do. This is a critical priority for Mind. We embrace diversity and understand that being an inclusive organisation, recognising different perspectives, will enable us to provide excellent services. We are committed to ensuring all our employees are treated fairly and equitably at work and promoting equity in physical and mental health for all.

Global | Remote | International travel as required

Shape a flagship programme. Transform lives. Build stronger families.

Project Yananai is looking for an experienced and purpose-driven Program Director – The Journey to lead the global development and implementation of our flagship marriage preparation programme.

‘The Journey’ is designed to support participants from singleness through dating, courtship and engagement, helping couples build strong foundations for lasting, healthy marriages. You will shape the programme strategy, curriculum and learning experience while building the mentors, partnerships and country-level teams needed to take it global.

This is a unique opportunity to build something from the ground up and create a programme with international reach and long-term impact.

What you’ll lead

• Global strategy and delivery of The Journey
• Curriculum and blended learning development
• Recruitment, training and development of mentors and facilitators
• Participant acquisition, onboarding and cohort management
• Safeguarding, participant support and pastoral care
• Monitoring, evaluation and continuous improvement
• Leadership of National Program Managers across our focus countries
• Strategic partnerships with churches, faith-based organisations and family-focused organisations

What we’re looking for

You’ll bring 8+ years’ experience in adult education, programme management, online learning or a related field, including senior leadership experience. You’ll have strong curriculum and learning expertise, experience working across cultures, and the ability to turn a vision into a scalable, high-impact programme.

Just as importantly, you’ll be empathetic, culturally sensitive and comfortable supporting people through deeply personal relationship journeys.

What’s on offer

• A seat on the Global Executive Leadership Team (GELT)
• The opportunity to build and shape a flagship international programme
• Global scope with flexible remote working
• International travel opportunities
• Professional development
• Flexible remuneration arrangements, including a voluntary pathway and a performance-linked commission model

Project Yananai is a UK-registered international charity working across India, South Africa, Zambia and Zimbabwe. We specialise in poverty alleviation programmes through sustainable skills development and compassionate humanitarian aid.

If you have the vision, experience and passion to build The Journey into a globally recognised programme, we’d love to hear from you.

Project Officer

Scotland

£29,835 per annum (pro rata for part time)

Ref: 223REC

Full time 37.5 hours per week – we are happy to talk flexible working

Base: Glasgow

Contract: 12 Month Fixed Term

Disclosure: Basic/Enhanced/ DBS is required for this position as the post holder will be working with school and community groups in the region.

ABOUT THE ROLE

Team: Delivery/ SWNI

As the Project Officer, you will support schools and Local Authorities across Scotland to increase active travel, such as walking, wheeling and cycling. Your work will help pupils, staff and local communities travel in healthier and more sustainable ways.

What You’ll Be Doing

• Deliver behaviour change and engagement projects that encourage active travel.
• Plan, organise and deliver tools and projects that support partners to encourage more walking, wheeling and cycling.
• Build effective working relationships with schools, community groups and local authorities to support these projects. 

This role is ideal for someone who enjoys delivering multiple projects that engage and support partners with a flexible approach to working independently and in teams.

ABOUT YOU

We’re looking for someone who has experience and understanding in the areas listed below. You don’t need to meet every requirement — if you feel you’d be a good fit, we encourage you to apply.

• 3 years’ work experience including experience working with community groups, which may include voluntary work.
• Knowledge of active travel (walking, wheeling and cycling) and an understanding of the barriers faced by underrepresented or disadvantaged communities.
• Experience delivering workshops, presentations and project work, with the ability to communicate clearly and build effective collaborative relationships.
• Strong organisational, problem-solving and workload management skills, with the ability to prioritise tasks and deliver across multiple projects to tight deadlines.
• The ability to work in a way that promotes the safety and wellbeing of children, young people and adults at risk.

LIVING OUR VALUES

At the Walk Wheel Cycle Trust, we’re a values‑driven organisation. We’re looking for people who are:

Always Learning – curious, open‑minded and committed to continuous improvement.

Championing Equity – inclusive, respectful and focused on ensuring everyone has a voice and fair opportunity to succeed.

Taking Ownership – proactive, responsible and empowered to make things better.

Delivering Together – collaborative, transparent and motivated by shared success.

Through our values we make it possible for more people to walk, wheel and cycle safely, healthily and joyfully.

WHAT WE OFFER

We want you to feel supported, valued, and empowered in your role. That’s why we offer flexible working, a positive team environment, and benefits designed to support your wellbeing, finances, and family life.

Wellbeing Support

• 28 days’ leave per annum plus bank holidays for full-time employees

• Option to buy an extra week of annual leave (pro-rata for part-time employees) 

• Paid volunteer days to support causes you care about
• Free, confidential support service available 24/7
• Access to cycle-to-work schemes through Green Commute Initiative and Cycle Scheme

Financial Benefits

• Up to two extra days of paid leave (pro rata for part‑time colleagues) when travelling sustainably for holidays.
• Group Personal Pension scheme with a 6% or 7% of basic salary contribution being matched by Walk Wheel Cycle Trust 

• Bike, computer and season ticket loans 

• Discount benefits 

• London Weighting Allowance of £4,530 per annum, pro rata for all those living within a London Borough (32 local authority districts plus the City of London).

• Death in Service benefit – 3 x annual Salary 

Family Friendly Policies

• Enhanced maternity and paternity pay 

• Flexible Working practices (full time hours are 37.5 per week, Monday - Friday) 

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

• Application deadline: 23:59, 20 September 2026
• Interviews will be held via Microsoft Teams during the 5th or 6th October 2026. To apply, please submit a covering letter and CV via the application link.
• We actively welcome applications from people of all backgrounds, particularly those underrepresented in our workforce, including people of colour and candidates with disabilities. Adjustments are available throughout the recruitment process.
• Adjustments are available throughout the application process.

Fully Remote | 10 hours per week | Voluntary

Help build a more sustainable future — and make your expertise count

What if your experience in sustainability, health, safety and environmental management could do more than support an organisation’s compliance?

What if you could help shape how an international organisation operates, build sustainable practices from the ground up, and contribute to programmes designed to improve lives and break the cycle of poverty?

Project Yananai is looking for an experienced and purpose-driven Head of Sustainability to lead this work.

Project Yananai specialises in poverty alleviation programmes through sustainable skills development and compassionate humanitarian aid, working with communities and partners internationally to create lasting, positive change.

This is an opportunity to take genuine ownership of our sustainability agenda and help embed strong health, safety and environmental standards across an evolving international organisation.

The opportunity

As Head of Sustainability, you will provide strategic leadership across health, safety and environmental sustainability, ensuring these principles are embedded into our programmes, operations and organisational culture.

You will have the opportunity to build, influence and shape — developing policies and frameworks, working with teams across different countries and cultures, identifying risks and opportunities, and helping establish the standards that will support Project Yananai as it grows.

This is a role for someone who wants to use their professional expertise for meaningful social impact and who is excited by the opportunity to build something rather than simply maintain what already exists.

What you’ll do

• Lead the Sustainability Strategy
• Develop and implement a practical, forward-looking sustainability strategy aligned with Project Yananai’s mission and international operations, ensuring health, safety and environmental considerations are integrated across our programmes.
• Build strong HSE frameworks
• Develop and establish effective policies, procedures and protocols covering health, safety and environmental management, helping create a consistent approach across our global operations.
• Influence and collaborate globally
• Work closely with international teams, local communities, partners and stakeholders to understand sustainability challenges, identify risks and develop solutions that are practical, culturally appropriate and capable of creating lasting impact.
• Build a culture of sustainability
• Design and deliver engaging training and awareness initiatives for staff and volunteers, helping embed sustainability, health and safety into everyday decision-making and organisational culture.
• Measure impact and drive improvement
• Develop appropriate measures to monitor the effectiveness of sustainability initiatives, using data and insight to identify opportunities for improvement and communicate progress to stakeholders.
• Champion sustainability externally
• Represent Project Yananai on sustainability matters and help develop relationships with relevant governmental, non-governmental and other organisations to strengthen our expertise, partnerships and impact.

What we’re looking for

We’re looking for someone who combines professional expertise with a genuine desire to create positive change.

You will ideally bring:

• 3+ years’ experience in sustainability management, health and safety, environmental management or a related field.
• Experience developing and implementing sustainability, HSE or environmental strategies.
• Strong understanding of relevant policies, standards, risk management and compliance.
• The ability to translate strategy into practical policies, processes and measurable outcomes.
• Strong stakeholder management and communication skills.
• The confidence to work across cultures, countries and different organisational environments.
• A collaborative and pragmatic approach, with the ability to influence without relying solely on formal authority.
• A genuine commitment to social impact, environmental responsibility and community empowerment.
• Experience within the charity, non-profit or international development sector would be advantageous, but it is not essential.

Why join Project Yananai?

• Make your expertise matter
• Use your professional experience to help shape an organisation focused on tackling poverty and creating sustainable opportunities for communities.
• Build something from the ground up
• This is an opportunity to have real ownership and influence. You won’t simply be stepping into an established framework — you’ll help create it.
• Work internationally
• Collaborate with colleagues, communities and stakeholders across different countries and cultural environments.
• Make a lasting contribution
• Help establish the standards, culture and practices that can support Project Yananai’s growth and long-term impact.
• Flexible and purpose-driven
• The role is designed as a flexible voluntary opportunity that can work alongside your existing professional or personal commitments, with remote working and periodic travel.

Could this be your next opportunity to make a difference?

If you’re an experienced sustainability, health, safety or environmental professional who wants to apply your expertise to something with genuine social purpose, we’d love to hear from you.

This is an opportunity to bring your knowledge, challenge conventional thinking and help build sustainable practices that can support meaningful impact for years to come.

Project Yananai is a UK-registered charity (No. 1209060) and an equal opportunity organisation. We welcome applications from people of all backgrounds, cultures and experiences.

Role summary

We run two flagship events each year, Surrey's Big Poetry Weekend and the End-of-Year Showcase Gala, creating celebrations of poetry and shared cultural moments for our community. As our Events Manager, you’ll lead and coordinate every aspect of event delivery to create welcoming, meaningful and memorable experiences that bring people together.

The Showcase Gala is on Saturday 14 November 2026 and Surrey's Big Poetry Weekend is likely to happen in May 2027.

What will the volunteer do?

Key responsibilities include:

• Conceptualise ideas and improvements for these two events to enhance the experience for attendees
• Planning effective timelines and project plans
• Taking an operational lead to ensure events run smoothly
• Ensuring events are adequately staffed with volunteers
• Assisting leadership on collaboration with venues, artists, facilitators, and partners
• Working closely with our Volunteer Co-ordinator to support volunteers
• Helping ensure events are welcoming, inclusive, and accessible

You’ll be supported by the President and Vice President, gaining first-hand insight from two experienced leaders who are genuinely committed to making your volunteer experience brilliant, rewarding and enjoyable.

You’ll join a high-performing, ambitious and deeply committed team of volunteers who deliver an overachieving, community-focused arts organisation. Working closely with senior volunteers and programme leads, you’ll have the support, trust and clear decision-making authority to make a real impact - particularly around events. It’s a fantastic opportunity to learn from experienced people, build your skills and play an active role in shaping an exciting programme for the community.

What are we looking for?

We’re looking for an organised, reliable volunteer confident in leading event coordination. You’ll have experience managing events, strong time management and communication skills, and be comfortable coordinating volunteers and stakeholders. You’ll stay calm in live event settings and care about creating inclusive, welcoming events that support people and community. Although we are a small organisation, there’s always plenty happening! Our volunteer roles suit people who are self-motivated, proactive and enjoy getting involved.

What difference will you make?

This role will play a vital part in maintaining and strengthening the reputation of the Surrey Poet Laureateship as a high-quality, trusted and inclusive cultural programme across Surrey.

The Events Manager will ensure our events are consistently well planned, professionally delivered and welcoming, creating positive experiences for audiences, poets, volunteers and partners. The quality and professionalism of our events will be central to how the Laureateship is perceived by communities, venues, funders and stakeholders.

By delivering an outstanding events programme, the role will help build strong partnerships, increase visibility and credibility, and strengthen the foundations for the Laureateship’s long-term sustainability and growth.

Would you like to make a big difference to our charity, helping us to achieve our mission to conserve habitats and make wildlife education accessible to all?

Would you like to help secure funding from trusts and foundations to help us to diversify our income so we can develop the centre?

We are looking for fundraising volunteers!

This role includes researching trusts and foundations, finding out how our work meets their criteria, then writing applications using our existing templates. No experience necessary, just reasonable writing and IT skills! You can work at home or at our centre.

Why we want you

We are looking for people 18+ who have some spare time and would like to give back time to the local community, by supporting activity sessions at our centre.

The activities include games, art and craft, quizzes and baking sessions

What you will be doing

• Help the activity session lead plan and run the sessions
• Be proactive and encouraging with people at the session to encourage them to develop new skills
• Help with setting up and clearing away the session

Why we want you

We are looking for people 18+ who have some spare time and would like to give back time to the local community, by supporting Horticultural/gardening activities at our centre.

The majority of the gardening will be at our allotments which is off site and we also have a small outside space at our centre.

This is a weather dependent role and activities may need to be adapted to indoor sessions if the weather is very wet or very hot

We would like you to have some experience in Horticulture/gardening to help us develop and grown our garden.

What you will be doing

• Help organise horticulture sessions with assistance from our support workers to provide guidance and advice for people that attend the centres and live in our residential houses.
• Provide advice for staff and students on aspects of Horticulture including what equipment to use to be most effective.
• Helping with the planning of the activities
• Be proactive and encouraging with people at the session to encourage them to develop new skills
• You will need to provide 2 references and a DBS for this role

Why we want you

We are looking for people 18+ who have some spare time and would like to give back time to the local community, by supporting arts and crafting activities at our centres.

For this role we need you to have some experience/qualifications of using woodwork professionally e.g. a carpenter/joiner or similar

What you will be doing

• Supporting our woodworking departments to provide activities for people who attend the centre
• Provide advice for staff and students on woodworking including correct use of tools etc
• Helping with the planning of activities
• Be proactive and encouraging with people at the session to encourage them to develop new skills

This role is vital to the running of the group as they act as one of the group’s lead volunteers. They are comfortable both working in a team of volunteers and leading group sessions

What you will be doing

• Sending out information to Branch Members about the group via email, text or on social media
• Keeping the activity risk assessment updated
• Communicating with the venue
• Completing online Health and Safety Training. This is important as it will help you to understand some of the difficulties or accidents that could occur at an adult group and how the Branch can help to prevent these
• Co-ordinating with the venue staff regarding the setting up and clearing away before and after the session
• Leading group activities, interacting with participants and making sure everyone can engage in activity in a safe manner
• Providing information about autism and other local services where relevant
• Planning and organising group activities

This role is part of a team of Volunteers who attend group sessions and assist the Lead Volunteer in delivering activities

What you will be doing

• Sending out information to Group Members about the group via email, text or on social media
• Helping to plan and organise group activities, and keeping the activity risk assessment updated
• Communicating with the venue
• Completing online Health and Safety Training. This is important as it will help you to understand some of the difficulties or accidents that could occur at an adult group and how the Branch can help to prevent these
• Co-ordinating with the venue staff regarding the setting up and clearing away before and after the session
• Supporting group activities, interacting with participants and making sure everyone can engage in activity in a safe manner
• Providing information about autism and other local services where relevant