Volunteer roles

Do you have a passion for helping people discover the unlimited possibilities that technology can bring? Would you like to open up a world of opportunities for blind and partially sighted people in your local community by training them to use technology? Join our local technology team helping people with sight loss get the most out of technology.

Are you a member of the Methodist Church seeking to use your theological skills, expertise and gifts in a new way?

Do you have a good understanding of Methodist theology, doctrine and polity?  Are you able to participate in open critical debate and listen to a diversity of perspectives?  Are you able to engage critically with a variety of documents?  Do you have research and drafting skills?  Do you have a particular area of theological interest?  Could you make a significant contribution to an important and hard working body in the Methodist Church?

We are seeking members of the Faith and Order Committee to start from 1 September 2026, for a term of up to six years. The Secretary of the Committee, the Revd Dr Mark Rowland, is always happy to have informal conversations about the work of the Committee. Contact details available on our website. 

Expressions of interest are invited from lay and ordained members of the Methodist Church in Britain. The Committee wishes to increase diversity amongst its membership, and therefore would particularly welcome applications from lay and minority ethnic members of the Church.

Closing Date: 15 March 2026

Discernment Conversations to be held on: 27 March 2026

If you require reasonable adjustments to be made at any stage of the recruitment process, please contact: the HR team.

Are you a member of the Methodist Church seeking with the skills, expertise and gifts to make a significant contribution to the Church’s theological thinking?

Do you have a good understanding of Methodist theology, doctrine and polity?  Do you have a research degree in theology?

Are you excited to help others share their theological insights and gifts? Can you chair meetings? Are you energised by open critical debate and inspired by a diversity of perspectives? 

Could you make a significant contribution to an important and hard working body in the Methodist Church? If yes, we would like to hear from you.

We are seeking a Chair of the Faith and Order Committee from 1 September 2026, for a term of up to six years.

The Secretary of the Committee, the Revd Dr Mark Rowland, is available for informal conversations about the role. Please see our website for contact details. 

Expressions of interest are invited from lay and ordained members of the Methodist Church in Britain.

Closing date: 15 March 2026

Discernment Conversations to be held on 27 March 2026

As a First Response Volunteer, you will help find those rough sleeping quicker, and enable Outreach workers to spend more time supporting those found to move away from the streets and get connected to other local services. First Responders play a crucial role to ensure people sleeping rough receive vital support. This is not a client-facing role and therefore is well suited to somebody looking for their first role in the homelessness sector. However, we do also offer development opportunities to develop your skills and knowledge about rough sleeping for those interested.

On shift, you and a partner volunteer will be given a list of people who have been seen sleeping rough. Your role is to identify those who are sleeping rough, and pass information about referrals to the Outreach team to follow up on – they will help the person find accommodation and link them into non-accommodation-based support for example around physical or mental health. 

Are you looking for an opportunity to gain the experience and skills needed to kick-start your career within the conservation and wildlife sector?

We have an exciting opportunity for you to join our Northern Projects reserve team on a dedicated learning and development programme to survey and monitor species such as great crested newts and white clawed crayfish.

This opportunity is for 6 months at 2 days per week

What will you be doing?

On this Voluntary Placement you will gain experience from survey and monitoring projects across the county. You will be based in YWT’s York office with field work predominantly carried out across North and West Yorkshire.  You will spend time with our project officers in undertaking activities on third party land, however there will also be the opportunity to shadow other members of the team to enhance your development. You could gain experience in the following areas:

• Species survey and monitoring as part of national and local schemes including environmental DNA (eDNA) and traditional methods
• Riparian ecology, restoration and monitoring
• Land management techniques to improve water quality
• Wetland habitat creation
• Undertaking practical tasks such as habitat creation and restoration
• Gain an understanding of budgets and project management tools
• Mapping, administrative and GIS work using QGIS and Survey123
• Helping to publicising project work via traditional communications, social media and engagement events
• Helping to set up survey work and events with volunteers and landowners
• Involvement in partnership projects and engaging with farmers, landowners and other stakeholders

What's in it for you?

• A full induction to the role
• Regular support meetings with your volunteer manager
• Ongoing personal development, allowing you to develop nature conservation skills and valuable experience towards a career in this sector
• Internal and/or external training to include habitat surveying, and a recognised course in surveying and monitoring of species or habitats, for example a ‘Working with Crayfish’ course
• A programme of in-house training courses will be available throughout your placement
• Access to our free, varied volunteer internal trainee training programme
• Branded uniform
• Reasonable travel expenses
• An intensive and high-quality experience that will stand out on any CV, as a team member of one of the UK’s most vibrant and varied conservation organisations

80% of volunteers on longer term placements with YWT have successfully found employment within the sector or gone on to relevant further studies. 

As an Enhanced First Response Volunteer, you and a partner volunteer will look for referrals made by StreetLink, engaging with those sleeping rough and passing on valuable information to the Outreach team. Enhanced First Responders play a crucial role in ensuring those sleeping rough receive vital support from the Outreach Team to move away from the streets and get connected with local services. These are driving shifts, so between you and your partner volunteer, one of you will drive, whilst the other can support with navigation. 

We’re on the lookout for a volunteer who’s keen to make a real difference in our communities — and pick up some new skills along the way!

This is a unique opportunity to gain a recognised qualification while helping residents at Asquith Court and Charlotte Court enjoy regular chair-based exercise sessions. These schemes don’t currently have any sessions, but they’re really keen to get started — ideally once a month to begin with (and maybe more if it’s a hit!).

We’ll support you every step of the way, including covering the cost of your Amac Certificate in Chair-based Exercise Instructing - which you can complete online at your own pace. Once you’re qualified, we’ll work with you to build a schedule that fits around your availability.

Each session will last up to an hour, and we’ll also cover your travel expenses between the two schemes.

Because you’ll be working with potentially vulnerable residents, you’ll need to be 18 or over to take on this role.

If you’re passionate about helping others stay active, feel good, and have fun — we’d love to hear from you!

Looking for a way to give back to your local community without a long-term commitment? Not sure exactly what you’d like to do, but know you want to help?

Sometimes we come across one-off community tasks that just need a few volunteers to give us a good old Yorkshire helping hand. We also know life can get very busy and people don’t always have time to commit to a regular volunteering role.

Being a Community Squad volunteer is a flexible way to get involved. You’ll find out when and where one-off tasks are happening near you, and you can choose to help whenever it suits. There’s no ongoing commitment, you’re in control.

As a Squad volunteer, you’ll regularly receive updates about opportunities across Yorkshire. There’s no obligation to sign up for any of them, but if something catches your eye, just put your name forward. We’ll send you all the details you need, and you simply turn up on the day!

Tasks vary widely, so there’s something for everyone. You might help at a community clean-up, plant spring bulbs, hand out leaflets, put out grit or clear a path when it’s snowed for a neighbour. Or you could be handing out popcorn at a cinema event, making cups of tea at a social club, supporting someone with their digital devices, creating glitter tattoos at a children’s event, or writing letters to customers who are isolated.

There will be lots of varied things to help with!

ENGINEERS/MAKERS

Across the UK, our 60+ local branches help disabled people live the lives they choose. Our network of skilled volunteers respond to thousands of requests each year to design and make customised equipment free of charge.

Our Engineer/Maker volunteers are at the very heart of what our local branches do. They use their practical skills and creativity to help people with disabilities live fuller and more independent lives.

What the role involves

This is a varied role where local need shapes what you’ll be working on, but it often includes:

• Designing and making pieces of equipment for individuals with specific needs

• Using your practical skills working with metal, wood, plastic, or electronics (or a combination of them)

• Attending a monthly meeting of the local branch.

We can support you to develop the skills you need for this role, and there’s an induction that covers all the areas above. You’ll also have chance to discuss your role and any additional needs with us.

What you’ll need for this role

Essential

• Practical experience in working with one of the above materials

• Comfortable working with people, listening to them and understanding their needs

• Able to apply our risk management system

• Able to apply disability, equality, and inclusion practices

• Able to keep people’s personal details safe

• Willing to follow REMAP policies and procedures and a commitment to our values

Desirable

• Access to your own tools and workshop (or can access these)

• Able to drive or have good transport links

You’ll also need to complete the induction checklist, as well as a DBS check and reference check.

Where will I volunteer?

This role is largely home based, but will generally also involve visiting clients out in the community. Your local branches hold in-person meetings once a month or so.

Time commitment

This varies quite a lot depending on which cases come in, how complex they are and whether they fit your skills and experience, but it’s essentially a flexible role and there are no set hours.

Why volunteer

When you volunteer with us, you join a community of committed people with a passion for helping to improve the lives of others. We’re a volunteer led organisation and we couldn’t do what we do without your hard work, skills and commitment.

N.B. We’ll reimburse any out-of-pocket expenses during your time with us.

VOLUNTEER BRANCH CHAIR/COORDINATOR

Across the UK, our 60+ local branches help disabled people live the lives they choose. Our network of skilled volunteers respond to thousands of requests each year to design and make customised equipment free of charge.

As your local Chair or Coordinator, you’ll take the lead in making sure your local branch works as effectively as possible. You’ll recruit, induct, and support other branch volunteers to make sure your branch’s activities meet the needs of your local disabled community.

You’ll bring your leadership, communication, organisation, and motivational skills to this role.

What the role involves

This is a varied role where local need shapes what you’ll be working on, but it often includes:

•  Coordinating the activities of our local branch to undertake and meet the needs of  referrals in your area

• Coordinating and chairing the branch meetings

• Leading the branch’s shared responsibility for planning and completing referrals

• Coordinating the recruitment, induction, and ongoing support of new local branch volunteers

• Working with your Treasurer or Finance Officer to approve branch accounts

• Ensuring the branch’s activities comply with policies to keep people safe

• Regularly communicate and act as a key contact between staff and volunteers

What you’ll need for this role

Essential

• Confident in leading and chairing a meeting

• Confident using Microsoft Office, the internet and email

• Willingness to attend local events to promote the charity’s work

• Ability to understand and follow external and internal policies and procedures

• Able to keep people’s personal details safe

• Willing to follow Remap policies and procedures – and a commitment to our values

Desirable

• Confident in communicating with different audiences, including decision-makers and volunteers

• Able to delegate and motivate the activities of others

• Enthusiastic about raising awareness of the charity’s work in the local area

• Willingness to develop skills and experience

You’ll also need to complete the induction checklist and reference check, and you may need a DBS check if you also have another client facing role.

Why volunteer

When you volunteer with us, you join a community of committed people with a passion for helping to improve the lives of others. We’re a volunteer led organisation and we couldn’t do what we do without your hard work, skills and commitment.

N.B. We’ll reimburse any out-of-pocket expenses during your time with us.

WANTED: THE REVENUE REBEL

ROLE: FUNDRAISING & PARTNERSHIPS VOLUNTEER

LOCATION: REMOTE / LONDON COFFEE SHOPS / BOARDROOMS

THE MISSION

PROJECT MONO is free for youth, but it isn’t free to run. We need gear, insurance, and the best creative mentors London has to offer. We skip the expensive buildings so every penny goes into the project—now we need someone to find those pennies (and pounds).

We need a Fundraiser who can tell our story in a way that makes people want to open their checkbooks. You’re the bridge between the "corporate world" and the "concrete reality."

THE GIG

• The Hunt: Identifying and applying for micro-grants, council funds, and "social value" pots.

• The Pitch: Building relationships with local London brands (clothing, music, tech) for sponsorship or equipment "in-kind."

• The Strategy: Developing "The Merch Drop" and other creative ways for the project to generate its own income.

• The Receipts: Helping us track our impact data so we can prove to donors that their money is changing lives.

ABOUT YOU

• You’re a closer. You know how to ask for money without making it awkward.

• You can write. You turn boring "funding criteria" into a compelling story about London’s future.

• You’re persistent. A "No" from a donor is just the start of the conversation for you.

• You believe that youth work deserves professional-grade funding.

THE COMMITMENT

Flexible and mostly remote. We need roughly 4-5 hours a week. Most of your work will be researching and writing, with occasional "Pitch Meetings" alongside the Project Manager.

THE PERKS

• The Blueprint: You’ll be a founding member of a lean, scalable non-profit.

• The Network: Direct access to London’s decision-makers and community leaders.

• The Win: Nothing beats the feeling of securing the funding that makes a 48-hour "Drop" happen.

HOW TO APPLY

Respond with:

1. The "Pitch": In 3 sentences, tell us why a brand like Nike or a local tech firm should give PROJECT MONO £1,000.

2. Your Record: Briefly mention any experience you have with sales, grants, or convincing people to back an idea.

3. The "Why": Why do you want to fund this project specifically?

PROJECT MONO. FUND THE FUTURE.

WANTED: THE CREW CHIEF

ROLE: VOLUNTEER RECRUITMENT, ONBOARDING, EXPERIENCE & COACHING

LOCATION: THE STREETS / REMOTE

MISSION: PROTECT THE TEAM. EMPOWER THE MOVEMENT.

THE VIBE

PROJECT MONO is powered by people. Without our volunteers, we’re just an empty shopfront. We need a Crew Chief who lives to see others succeed. Your job is to find the best talent in London and make sure they have the tools, the confidence, and the "vibe" to change lives.

THE ROLE

You are the bridge between the project and the people.

• The Hunt: Recruiting local legends—from DJs to youth mentors—and getting them through the MONO gates.

• The Shield: Handling the "Needs Checks" (DBS, references, safeguarding) to keep the project tight and safe.

• The Coach: Providing 1-on-1 support and "vibe-checks" for our volunteers to prevent burnout and keep the energy high.

• The Culture: Onboarding new crew members so they don't just know the rules—they know the soul of the project.

ABOUT YOU

• A People Person: You can talk to anyone, from a nervous first-timer to a seasoned pro.

• High Empathy, High Standards: You care deeply about people, but you don't cut corners on safety or quality.

• Organised: You can manage the "Red Folder" of DBS checks and volunteer files without breaking a sweat.

• The Mentor: You love coaching others and helping them find their "Power Skill" within the project.

THE COMMITMENT

Flexible and agile. Roughly 5-6 hours a week. You’ll be busy during recruitment "waves" and present at our Signature Events to check in on the team.

THE PERKS

• The Architect of Culture: You decide how it feels to work for PROJECT MONO.

• Community Impact: You aren't just helping youth; you’re helping adults find purpose through volunteering.

• Leadership: You sit at the top table of the MONO leadership team.

HOW TO APPLY

We don't want a corporate HR manual. Respond with:

1. The "Vibe Check": How do you make a new volunteer feel like they belong in the first 10 minutes?

2. The "Safety" Bit: In your own words, why is the "Needs Check" (DBS/Safeguarding) the most important part of the job?

3. Your Story: What’s the best team you’ve ever been part of, and why?

PROJECT MONO. BUILT BY THE CREW.

WANTED: THE ARCHITECT OF THE CHAOS

ROLE: VOLUNTEER PROJECT MANAGER

LOCATION: VARIOUS LONDON "POP-UP" SITES / REMOTE

THE VIBE

PROJECT MONO is stripping youth work back to the basics. No permanent buildings, no massive overheads—just high-energy, short-term "drops" in the heart of London. We turn empty shops into studios and concrete wasteland into community hubs.

We need a Project Manager to build the scaffolding that lets our creativity fly.

THE ROLE

This isn't a "sit behind a desk" job. You’ll be the engine room of PROJECT MONO.

• Site Scouting: Finding and securing "meanwhile spaces" across London.

• Logistics: Making sure the gear, the crew, and the youth all arrive at the same place at the same time.

• Compliance: Keeping the "Red Folder" tight—safeguarding, risk assessments, and insurance.

• People Power: Managing our volunteer "Crew" and keeping the energy high.

ABOUT YOU

• You know London. You know its postcodes, its potential, and its problems.

• You are organised enough to run a spreadsheet but flexible enough to handle a last-minute venue cancellation.

• You don't need a high-vis vest to lead, but you know when to be professional.

• You believe youth provision should be raw, authentic, and free.

THE COMMITMENT

We are volunteer-run and agile. We don't expect 40 hours a week. We need someone who can commit to 5-8 hours a week, with a "boots-on-the-ground" presence during our Signature Events.

WHY JOIN US?

• Total Autonomy: You help build the blueprint of a movement from the ground up.

• Network: Connect with London’s top creatives, council leads, and community icons.

• Impact: See the immediate result of your work in the kids who walk through our doors.

HOW TO APPLY

Forget the 4-page CV. Send us a response with;

1. Your "London Story": Why do you care about this city's youth?

2. Your "Power Skill": What’s the one thing you’re better at than anyone else?

3. Your Availability: When can you start building?

PROJECT MONO. NO RED TAPE. JUST IMPACT.

WANTED: THE VOICE OF THE MOVEMENT

ROLE: COMMS & HYPE VOLUNTEER (SOCIALS + OUTREACH)

LOCATION: THE STREETS / DIGITAL

THE MISSION

PROJECT MONO doesn’t do "corporate announcements." We do drops. We do hype. We turn empty London spaces into something legendary, and we need someone to make sure the city hears the noise.

If you know how to make a grainy B&W video look like a cinematic masterpiece and can write captions that actually speak to a 16-year-old in South London, we want you.

THE GIG

• The Hype: Building anticipation for our "Signature Events" across IG, TikTok, and Discord.

• The Look: Guarding the B&W aesthetic. If it’s not high-contrast, it’s not MONO.

• The Groundwork: Getting out there. Chatting to the youth, the artists, and the community to capture the raw energy of our projects.

• The Narrative: Telling the story of our impact. Not through boring reports, but through visuals and voices.

ABOUT YOU

• You speak "London." You’re fluent in the culture, the music, and the visual language of the city.

• You’re a content machine. You can edit a reel in your sleep and know exactly when to hit "post."

• You’ve got a "people person" energy. You can walk into a room of strangers and walk out with 10 new followers for the project.

• You believe youth work should look as good as it feels.

THE COMMITMENT

This is a flexible, volunteer role. We need about 4-6 hours a week—mostly digital—with a requirement to be on-site during our events to capture the "Live Hype."

THE PERKS

• Creative Freedom: You own the social strategy. Total control over the MONO aesthetic.

• Access: Front-row seat to all our creative workshops and events.

• Portfolio: Build a killer brand identity from scratch that you can show to future employers.

HOW TO APPLY

Don't send a cover letter. Show us your vibe. Message us with:

1. A 30-second "Hype Clip": A video (B&W only) that captures the energy of your neighborhood.

2. The "Mono Caption": Write a 2-line caption for our first launch event.

3. Your "Handle": Show us your work or your personal curated feed.

PROJECT MONO. MAKE SOME NOISE.