Volunteer roles

Trustees – Dementia Carers Count

Expertise areas: Finance & Investments | Income Generation | Strategic Impact & Growth

Dementia Carers Count (DCC) is a national charity supporting and advocating for the millions of people across the UK who care for someone living with dementia.

Carers often feel invisible and overwhelmed, yet they provide essential, complex care every day. DCC exists to change that - offering practical and emotional support, amplifying carers’ voices, and campaigning for long‑term reform.As we shape the next phase of our strategic development, we are looking for three new trustees to bring expertise, strong governance and a genuine commitment to improving the lives of dementia carers.

What we are looking for:

• Finance & Investments Trustee
  We’re seeking a trustee with strong finance and investment expertise, including charity finance experience. You’ll help ensure robust financial governance, long‑term sustainability and effective risk management. Working with the Board and executive team, you’ll oversee budgets, monitor performance and support decisions that strengthen our financial position.
  Committee: Finance, Audit & Risk.
   
• Income Generation Trustee
  We’re looking for a trustee with expertise in income generation to support DCC’s growth and long‑term sustainability. You’ll bring strategic insight across areas such as fundraising, corporate partnerships and/or digital income, helping to diversify and strengthen our income streams. Working alongside the Board and executive team, you’ll contribute to shaping income growth strategy, offering challenge, guidance and insight to help maximise income and build organisational resilience.
  Committee:Income Generation
   
• Strategic Impact & Growth Trustee
  We’re seeking a trustee who can help turn our strong foundation into greater visibility and long‑term growth. You’ll help us evidence our impact, communicate it confidently, and build partnerships and income that expand our reach. This role supports the Board to ensure our services remain high‑quality, sustainable and clearly understood by the public.
  Committee: Income Generation.

We would particularly welcome applicants who bring lived experience of dementia care, as this perspective strengthens our understanding of the challenges carers face and helps shape meaningful, relevant strategy.

Time commitment:

Around 12 days per year, including:

• Quarterly Board meetings (hybrid)

• Committee meetings (online)

• Strategy day

• Occasional involvement in interviews, events or Task & Finish groups
 

Terms

This is an unremunerated voluntary role.

All reasonable travel and subsistence expenses will be reimbursed.

How to apply

DCC are working with their retained partner at TPP Recruitment on this appointment.

To express your interest, please apply with an updated CV and a member of TPP’s Leadership & Governance team will be in touch with further information.

Closing date: 5.00pm, 19th March 2026

We want you to have every opportunity to demonstrate your skills, ability and potential; please contact us if you require any assistance or adjustment so that we can help with making the application process work for you.

Urban Youth – Volunteer Admin Manager Wanted

Help us build the foundations of a youth charity that young Londoners will feel proud to call theirs.

We’re so excited to be launching Urban Youth — a brand new London youth work charity created to give young people experiences, opportunities, and the space to discover themselves and the world around them. This is a youth community built on care, creativity, belonging and real connection… and now we’re looking for someone brilliant to help us keep everything running smoothly behind the scenes.

We’re searching for our first amazing Admin Manager — someone organised, reliable, warm, and ready to support our Founder & CEO and the whole team as we set up, launch and grow Urban Youth.

This isn’t a dry, corporate admin role. It’s varied, hands‑on, and full of purpose. You’ll be helping us build the systems, processes and structure that will shape Urban Youth from day one.

What you’ll be helping us create

With our Founder & CEO and wider team, you’ll help us build:

• simple, effective systems that keep everything running smoothly.

• policies, processes and procedures that support our work and keep young people safe.

• an organised infrastructure that grows with the charity.

• clear correspondence and communication behind the scenes.

• smooth logistics for meetings, events and day‑to‑day operations.

• tidy, accessible filing and admin systems that everyone can rely on.

This is more than a volunteer role — it’s a chance to help shape the backbone of a youth movement that will support young people for years to come.

Who we’re looking for

Someone who:

• loves organisation, structure and making things run well.

• enjoys admin, systems, processes and all the behind‑the‑scenes magic.

• can support with correspondence, scheduling, meeting prep and minute‑taking.

• is comfortable helping to set up policies, procedures and admin infrastructure.

• is reliable, friendly and happy working closely with our Founder & CEO.

• wants to use their skills to make a real difference in London.

If you’re the kind of person who gets satisfaction from a well‑organised system or a smooth‑running meeting, you’ll fit right in.

What you’ll get

• The chance to shape the entire admin and operational backbone of a brand‑new charity.

• A meaningful role that directly supports young people and the volunteers who work with them.

• A warm, grateful team who genuinely value your time, care and attention to detail.

• The joy of building something powerful, personal and full of heart.

• Something that looks great on your CV and gives you real experience.

• A reference for your contribution, after 6–8 months.

• The knowledge that you helped create a youth movement that will outlast all of us.

If you’re excited by the idea of helping us build something bold, organised and full of heart, we’d love to hear from you. Come help us create the systems and structure that will allow Urban Youth to thrive.

Let’s build something unforgettable together.

Let’s build Urban Youth.

Urban Youth – Steering Committee / Management Committee / Board Members Wanted

2-3 Hours Per Month with Bi-Monthly Meetings (EVENING BASED)

Help us build a youth charity that young Londoners will feel proud to call theirs.

We’re so excited to be launching Urban Youth — a brand new London youth work charity created to give young people experiences, opportunities, and the space to discover themselves and the world around them. This is a youth community built on care, creativity, belonging and real connection… and now we’re looking for a small group of brilliant people to help guide us through our start‑up phase.

We’re searching for our first Steering Committee / Management Committee / Board Members — people who care deeply about young people, community, and building something meaningful from the ground up.

This isn’t a distant, formal board role. It’s collaborative, hands‑on, and full of purpose. You’ll be working closely with our Founder & CEO to shape the foundations, systems, and direction of Urban Youth as we launch.

What you’ll be helping us create

Together, you’ll help us build:

• the policies, procedures and structures that keep young people safe and supported.

• a strong, values‑driven foundation for our programmes and operations.

• key community and professional connections that help us grow.

• opportunities, partnerships and networks that open doors for Urban Youth.

• a supportive space where ideas are shared, challenges are solved, and everyone works towards the same goal.

This is more than a governance role — it’s a chance to help shape a youth movement that will support young people for years to come.

Who we’re looking for

Someone who:

• cares deeply about young people and community impact.

• enjoys working collaboratively and being part of a team with a shared mission.

• can bring experience, insight or connections that help a new charity grow.

• is comfortable helping to create policies, procedures and good governance.

• is willing to network, make introductions and open doors where possible.

• wants to use their skills, voice and experience to make a real difference in London.

If you’re the kind of person who loves building things with others — not just talking about it — you’ll fit right in.

What you’ll get

• The chance to shape the entire direction and foundation of a brand‑new youth charity.

• A meaningful leadership role that directly impacts young people’s lives.

• A collaborative, supportive team who genuinely value your time and insight.

• The joy of building something powerful, personal and full of heart.

• Something that looks great on your CV and gives you real governance experience.

• A reference for your contribution, after 6–8 months.

• The knowledge that you helped create a youth movement that will outlast all of us.

If you’re excited by the idea of helping us build something bold, youth‑centred and full of heart, we’d love to hear from you. Come help us create the foundations of a charity that young people will connect with — and feel proud to be part of.

Let’s build something unforgettable together.

Let’s build Urban Youth.

Are you diligent and good with numbers? Would you like to help keep our dogs fed and cared for by supporting our volunteer accounts team? We are looking for a volunteer to support the weekly book keeping and reconciliation admin needed for our small all volunteer charity. Applicants will need to have a good understanding of the accounts software ZERO and a head for numbers. Weekly tasks will include reconcialiation across Paypal, JustGiving and other sources of income. The role also requires good writing and communication skills to undertake the Thank You letters to all donors. This is a remote role where you will work closely with the rest of the team via online meeting and message chats.  We ask you to write a covering letter and provide references if requested.We would love to welcome you to the Saving Strays Volunteer family.

Urban Youth – Marketing & Communications Volunteer Wanted

Help us get Urban Youth out into the world — loud, proud, and impossible to ignore.

We’re so excited to be launching Urban Youth — a brand new London youth work charity created to give young people experiences, opportunities, and the space to discover themselves and the world around them. This is a youth community built on care, creativity, belonging and real connection… and now we’re looking for someone with bags of energy to help us tell our story.

We’re searching for our first amazing Marketing & Communications Volunteer — someone who really gets youth culture, loves connecting with people, and can help us raise our profile both online and out in the community.

This isn’t a sit‑behind‑a‑desk role. It’s lively, creative, and full of movement. You’ll be helping us build the voice, presence and buzz that will define Urban Youth from day one.

What you’ll be helping us create

With our team and community, you’ll help us build:

• a social media presence that feels fresh, bold and youth‑centred.

• content that speaks to young Londoners and the communities around them.

• campaigns that help us reach new volunteers, partners and supporters.

• a recognisable voice and vibe that people connect with instantly.

• a community presence that gets people talking, sharing and showing up.

This is more than a volunteer role — it’s a chance to help shape the identity and visibility of a youth movement that will support young people for years to come.

Who we’re looking for

Someone who:

• has bags of energy, confidence and creativity.

• really understands youth culture — the humour, the pace, the trends, the vibe.

• loves social media, storytelling and community engagement.

• can help us show up in the right places, in the right ways.

• enjoys creating content that feels real, relevant and full of personality.

• wants to use their skills to make a real difference in London.

If you’re the kind of person who lights up when a campaign lands or a community gets excited, you’ll fit right in.

What you’ll get

• The chance to shape the entire marketing and comms presence of a brand‑new charity.

• A meaningful role that directly impacts young people and the volunteers who support them.

• A warm, grateful team who genuinely value your time, ideas and creativity.

• The joy of building something powerful, personal and full of heart.

• Something that looks great on your CV and gives you real experience.

• A reference for your contribution, after 6–8 months.

• The knowledge that you helped create a youth movement people will remember.

If you’re excited by the idea of helping us build something bold, visible and full of heart, we’d love to hear from you. Come help us create a presence that young people will connect with — and feel proud to be part of.

Let’s build something unforgettable together.

Let’s build Urban Youth.

Urban Youth – Volunteer Training Coordinator Wanted

Help us make sure every volunteer at Urban Youth feels skilled, confident, supported — and ready to make a real difference.

We’re so excited to be launching Urban Youth — a brand new London youth work charity created to give young people experiences, opportunities, and the space to discover themselves and the world around them. This is a youth community built on care, creativity, belonging and real connection… and now we’re looking for someone special to help shape the way our volunteers learn, grow and thrive.

We’re searching for our first amazing Training Coordinator — someone who loves people, loves development, and loves being part of a community where everyone is growing together.

This isn’t a dry, corporate training role. It’s creative, hands‑on, and full of heart. You’ll be helping us build the training, support and development pathways that will define Urban Youth from day one.

What you’ll be helping us create

With our volunteers and team, you’ll help us build:

• training that feels practical, empowering, and genuinely useful.

• sessions that help volunteers feel confident, skilled and ready for their roles.

• a small team of Trainers who feel supported, coordinated and inspired.

• development pathways that help volunteers grow their skills over time.

• simple systems that make training easy to access and easy to deliver.

This is more than a volunteer role — it’s a chance to help shape a movement that supports both young people and the volunteers who give their time to them.

Who we’re looking for

Someone who:

• loves helping people grow, learn and feel confident.

• enjoys designing or delivering training, workshops or learning experiences.

• can coordinate and support a small team of Trainers.

• understands how to make training feel welcoming, accessible and not overwhelming.

• can turn ideas into sessions that actually work in real life.

• wants to use their skills to make a real difference in London.

If you’re the kind of person who lights up when people learn something new or step into their potential, you’ll fit right in.

What you’ll get

• The chance to shape the entire training and development offer of a brand‑new charity.

• A meaningful leadership role that impacts both young people and the adults supporting them.

• A warm, grateful team who genuinely value your time, energy and creativity.

• The joy of building something powerful, personal, and full of heart.

• Something that looks great on your CV and gives you real experience.

• A reference for your contribution, after 6–8 months.

• The knowledge that you helped create a volunteer community people will remember.

If you’re excited by the idea of helping us build something bold, supportive and full of heart, we’d love to hear from you. Come help us create training and development that empowers every volunteer to shine.

Let’s build something unforgettable together.

Let’s build Urban Youth.

Want to make a difference without breaking a sweat? Join our incredible team of Cheer Team Volunteers and help support runners taking on the Manchester Marathon to raise money for Alzheimer's Society.

You'll be part of a high energy, feel-good atmosphere, giving our runners the boost they need with your cheers, claps, and encouragement.

By joining us, you’re helping us fulfil our mission: to give help to those living with dementia today and provide hope for the future.

What’s involved:

· Stand at a designated cheer point on the race route

· Clap, shout, wave flags and motivate runners

· Work alongside a friendly, supportive team

What you’ll get:

· A fun and rewarding experience

· Branded t-shirt

· A chance to make a real impact in just a few hours

No previous experience is needed just bring your energy, your voice, and your enthusiasm!

Ready to join our Cheer Squad? Sign up today and help us celebrate every step toward a dementia-free future.

Overview of the Role:

The Head of IT & Systems will lead the technological vision, strategy, and execution

for the organization. This role requires a strong focus on developing robust IT

systems, overseeing digital transformation, ensuring data security, and maintaining

operational efficiency to support the organization's objectives. Management and

people leadership are integral to this role, ensuring effective team collaboration and

development.

Key Responsibilities:

• Strategic Planning: Develop and implement the IT strategy in alignment with
• organizational goals.
• System Management: Oversee the design, deployment, and maintenance of
• IT systems, ensuring seamless operation and security.
• Digital Transformation: Lead initiatives to modernize technology
• infrastructure and integrate innovative solutions.
• Cybersecurity: Develop policies and practices to protect the organization
• against cybersecurity threats and ensure compliance with data protection
• regulations.
• Vendor Relations: Manage relationships with external IT service providers,
• ensuring value and quality.
• Team Leadership: Build and lead a high-performing IT team, fostering
• professional development and maintaining strong team dynamics.
• Budget Management: Plan and manage the IT budget effectively to
• maximize resources.
• Stakeholder Collaboration: Work closely with other departments to support
• organisational needs with technology solutions.

Qualifications and Skills:

• Proven experience in IT leadership roles.
• Strong understanding of IT systems, infrastructure, and security.
• Exceptional management, people leadership, and strategic thinking skills.
• Effective communication and stakeholder management abilities.

Commitment: This role requires a flexible commitment of approximately 5 to 10

hours per week, which can be adjusted to fit around other responsibilities

Would you like to help tackle loneliness, one conversation at a time?

Loneliness and isolation can have devastating effects on a person’s mental and physical health. We are a registered charity providing a pathway of support to alleviate the hurt and distress, and the impact on mental and physical health, caused by loneliness and social isolation. 

The aim of face-to-face Individual Support is to provide in-person supportive social contact for people who are hurt by loneliness.

Volunteers support Friends (people who use our services) on a one-to-one basis. After completing training, volunteers will be linked with a Friend who they will phone for around one hour every two weeks. This is arranged at a mutually convenient time. 

We ask volunteers to think of this as a longer term volunteer role due to the training and time we take in order to give our volunteers, and Friends, the very best service. You will also need to consider occasional time spent in training for your role and for continuous development. 

For all our roles:

Due to our Safeguarding regulations, unfortunately we are only able to accept applications from UK residents. 

Enhanced DBS checks for working with vulnerable adults (formerly called criminal records bureau checks)  which we will organise (no cost to this) and two references are required.

For any roles involving driving Archway Friends, we will need to see evidence of insurance and driving license as well as MOT and tax documents for the vehicle to be used.

We will happily cover out of pocket expenses (eg mileage or costs for coffee out with Archway Friend).

We provide training relevant to the roles as well as ongoing supervision, guidance and support for all volunteers.

Urban Youth – Volunteer HR & Volunteering Manager Wanted

Help us build a community where young Londoners — and the volunteers who support them — can grow, thrive, and feel like they truly belong.

We’re so excited to be launching Urban Youth — a brand new London youth work charity created to give young people experiences, opportunities, and the space to discover themselves and the world around them. This is a youth community built on care, creativity, belonging and real connection… and now we’re looking for someone special to help shape the people side of everything we do.

We’re searching for our first amazing HR & Volunteering Manager — someone who loves people, loves development, and loves being part of an exciting community where everyone is growing together.

This isn’t a corporate HR role. It’s warm, relational, and full of heart. You’ll be helping us build the culture, systems, and volunteer experience that will define Urban Youth from day one.

What you’ll be helping us create

With our team and volunteers, you’ll help us build:

• a volunteer experience that feels welcoming, supportive, and full of purpose.

• simple, people‑centred HR processes that help everyone feel safe and valued.

• recruitment pathways that attract brilliant, diverse volunteers.

• development opportunities that help volunteers grow their skills and confidence.

• a culture where people feel seen, appreciated, and part of something bigger.

This is more than a volunteer role — it’s a chance to help shape a movement that supports both young people and the adults who give their time to them.

Who we’re looking for

Someone who:

• genuinely loves people and understands what helps them thrive.

• believes in community, care, and creating spaces where everyone feels they belong.

• has experience in HR, volunteering, people development, or community organising.

• can build simple, supportive systems that make people feel held, not overwhelmed.

• enjoys matching people’s skills and passions with meaningful roles.

• wants to use their talents to make a real difference in London.

If you’re the kind of person who lights up when people grow, connect, and feel valued, you’ll fit right in.

What you’ll get

• The chance to shape the entire volunteer and people experience of a brand‑new charity.

• A meaningful leadership role that impacts both young people and the adults supporting them.

• A warm, grateful team who genuinely value your time, energy, and care.

• The joy of building something powerful, personal, and full of heart.

• Something that looks great on your CV and gives you real experience.

• A reference for your contribution, after 6–8 months.

• The knowledge that you helped create a community people will remember.

If you’re excited by the idea of helping us build something bold, people‑centred, and full of heart, we’d love to hear from you. Come help us create a volunteer community that feels supportive, joyful, and full of purpose.

Let’s build something unforgettable together.

Let’s build Urban Youth.

Would you like to help tackle loneliness, one conversation at a time?

Loneliness and isolation can have devastating effects on a person’s mental and physical health. We are a registered charity providing a pathway of support to alleviate the hurt and distress, and the impact on mental and physical health, caused by loneliness and social isolation. 

We are seeking Volunteer Drivers, to provide transport in their own vehicle, bringing Friends (people who use our services) to and returning them home from an Archway supportive social group. Occasionally we organise Archway Fundraising activities or events where may be asked to provide transport to an Archway Fundraising activity or event.  Some Archway Friends (people who use our services) are unable to attend a supportive social group independently, mainly due to physical barriers to public transport. Transport delivered by volunteers enables Friends to access the supportive social group, in turn alleviating loneliness. The groups may be the only opportunity for Friends to meet with others. Each Friend is invited to one group per month either in Oxford or Abingdon so transport volunteers usually offer one trip per month or more if they like.

We ask volunteers to think of this as a longer term volunteer role due to the training and time we take in order to give our volunteers, and Friends, the very best service. You will also need to consider occasional time spent in training for your role and for continuous development. 

For all our roles:

Due to our Safeguarding regulations, unfortunately we are only able to accept applications from UK residents. 

Enhanced DBS checks for working with vulnerable adults (formerly called criminal records bureau checks)  which we will organise (no cost to this) and two references are required.

For any roles involving driving Archway Friends, we will need to see evidence of insurance and driving license as well as MOT and tax documents for the vehicle to be used.

We will happily cover out of pocket expenses (eg mileage).

We provide training relevant to the roles as well as ongoing supervision, guidance and support for all volunteers.

Urban Youth – Volunteer Youth Services Manager Wanted

Help us build youth spaces and programmes that young Londoners will actually want to show up to.

We’re so excited to be launching Urban Youth — a brand new London youth work charity created to give young people experiences, opportunities, and the space to discover themselves and the world around them. This is a youth community built on care, creativity, belonging and real connection… and now we’re looking for someone special to help bring it all to life on the ground.

We’re searching for our first amazing Youth Services Manager who can work with young people — side‑by‑side — to dream up, shape, and run youth work activities that feel real, relevant, and rooted in their world.

This isn’t a clipboard role. It’s hands‑on, heart‑first, and full of energy. You’ll be helping us build the sessions, spaces, and experiences that will define Urban Youth from day one.

What you’ll be helping us create

With young people, you’ll help us build:

• youth sessions that feel safe, welcoming, and full of good vibes.

• programmes around wellbeing, creativity, personal growth, and opportunity.

• activities shaped by young people’s ideas, interests, and lived experiences.

• a culture where young Londoners feel seen, valued, and able to lead.

• simple systems that help our youth offer grow in a healthy, sustainable way.

This is more than a volunteer role — it’s a chance to help shape a youth movement that will support young people for years to come.

Who we’re looking for

Someone who:

• really gets youth culture — the energy, the humour, the pace, the reality.

• believes in co‑production and knows how to share power with young people.

• can build trust and make young people feel genuinely welcome.

• has experience in youth work, youth engagement, or community programmes.

• can turn ideas into sessions that actually work in real life.

• wants to use their skills to make a real difference in London.

If you’re the kind of person who lights up when young people take the lead, you’ll fit right in.

What you’ll get

• The chance to shape the entire youth offer of a brand‑new charity.

• A meaningful leadership role that will directly impact young people’s lives.

• A warm, grateful team who genuinely value your time and energy.

• The joy of building something powerful, personal, and full of heart.

• Something that looks great on your CV and gives you the experience.

• A reference for your contribution, after 6-8 months.

• The knowledge that you helped create a youth space that young people will remember.

If you’re excited by the idea of helping us build something bold, youth‑led, and full of heart, we’d love to hear from you. Come help us create programmes and spaces that young people will connect with — and feel proud to be part of.

Let’s build something unforgettable together.

Let’s build Urban Youth.

Would you like to help tackle loneliness, one conversation at a time?

Loneliness and isolation can have devastating effects on a person’s mental and physical health. We are a registered charity providing a pathway of support to alleviate the hurt and distress, and the impact on mental and physical health, caused by loneliness and social isolation. 

We are looking for Group Volunteers to join our existing team of fantastic volunteers and help with running our supportive social groups which provide a monthly opportunity to meet in Oxford or Abingdon. We are also setting up a new service in Bnabury with a group. 

These groups offer a welcoming, safe and supportive environment in which Archway Friends can meet with and gain confidence in relating to others, develop new friendships and ultimately engage with people and activities in their local community. Volunteers attend one group a month (or more if they would like!) and meet and greet Friends (what we call people who come to our groups and use our services) as well as helping to facilitate the group with activities, moving around the group, helping with refreshments and actively listening to the people who attend.

We ask volunteers to think of this as a longer term volunteer role due to the training and time we take in order to give our volunteers, and Friends, the very best service. You will also need to consider occasional time spent in training for your role and for continuous development. 

For all our roles:

Due to our Safeguarding regulations, unfortunately we are only able to accept applications from UK residents. 

Enhanced DBS checks for working with vulnerable adults (formerly called criminal records bureau checks)  which we will organise (no cost to this) and two references are required.

For any roles involving driving Archway Friends, we will need to see evidence of insurance and driving license as well as MOT and tax documents for the vehicle to be used.

We will happily cover out of pocket expenses (eg mileage or costs or bus fare). 

We provide training relevant to the roles as well as ongoing supervision, guidance and support for all volunteers.

Urban Youth – Volunteer Graphic Designer Wanted

Help us shape a brand that young Londoners will feel proud to call theirs.

We are so excited to be launching Urban Youth — a new London charity created to give young people experiences, opportunities, and the space to discover themselves and the world around them. This is a youth community built on care, creativity, belonging and community… and now we’re looking for someone special to help us bring it to life visually.

We’re searching for a Graphic Designer who can volunteer some time to help us create:

• a logo that feels fresh, bold, and unmistakably youth‑centred.

• a brand identity that speaks to young Londoners, that they would love to wear or be seen in.

• visuals that reflect our mission of experience, opportunity, and discovery.

This is more than a design task — it’s a chance to help shape the identity of a charity that will support young people for years to come. Your work will be the first thing they see, the thing they recognise, and the thing they remember.

Who we’re looking for

Someone who:

• loves designing for purpose.

• understands youth culture and what resonates visually.

• can translate emotion, energy, and community into design.

• wants to use their skills to make a real difference in London.

What you’ll get

• A chance to shape the entire look and feel of a new youth charity.

• A meaningful project for your portfolio.

• A warm, grateful team who genuinely value your time and creativity.

• The knowledge that your work will impact young people’s lives.

• A testimony or reference for helping us.

If you’re excited by the idea of helping us build something powerful, personal, and full of heart, we’d love to hear from you. Come help us create a brand that young people will connect with — and remember.

Let’s build something unforgettable together.

Lets build Urban Youth.