Volunteer Roles in West Midlands
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Are you committed to improving the mental health and well-being of young people in Warwickshire and Coventry? Young Minds Matter is looking for Volunteer Mentors who have a genuine connection with young people and a strong desire to create positive change. As a Volunteer Mentor, you’ll play a crucial role in supporting and guiding young people towards improved mental health and overall well-being. Join our team and help us cultivate a nurturing community focused on support and personal growth for young individuals.
What do our Mentors do?
Volunteer Mentors at Young Minds Matter engage in weekly 1:1 sessions with young individuals who require support, providing them with a compassionate ear, empathetic listening, and encouragement to navigate challenges by developing effective coping strategies. Serving as positive role models, Mentors empower young people to build resilience and thrive, creating a safe and nurturing environment where young people can explore their strengths, overcome obstacles, and realise their full potential.
Could you be a YMM Mentor? If you live in the West Midlands, want to help young people and are:
– Self-aware
– An excellent listener
– Non judgemental
– Ideally over 25 years old
– Reliable
– Able to use standard office software and have access to a computer
-Able to commit up to 6 hours a week during term time (in one day or possibly split over two days) in a local school
..then you have the ability to become an excellent mentor.
What we provide and what you gain:
– A bespoke induction training programme which will give you the knowledge and practical skills you need to work safely with students
– Ongoing skills development through work shadowing and online courses
– Peer support from our cohort of more experienced mentors
– Opportunities to get involved in other YMM initiatives
– Skills development with ongoing training that can boost your career
– Monthly 1:1 supervision sessions with a fully qualified British Association for Counselling & Psychotherapy (BACP) accredited counsellor, to help you develop your skills and address any emerging needs of the young people you support.
– Reimbursement for travel expenses
– The opportunity to work in a rewarding role
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Scottish Historic Buildings Trust is a leading charitable organisation dedicated to the preservation, restoration, and sustainable development of Scotland's historic buildings. Our mission is to safeguard architecturally and culturally significant buildings for future generations while ensuring they contribute to the vibrant life of our communities.
Our team has specialist skills in historic building preservation, fundraising, project management and property management. We also bring expertise in event management, building interpretation and in delivering educational programmes. So far, we have restored over 30 buildings and raised more than £30 million.
Following a recent review, we are seeking to appoint four additional trustees to join our strong and committed board. We are particularly interested in inspirational and dynamic applicants with experience in one or more of the following areas:
· Strategy development and leadership
· Finance
· Heritage conservation
· Marketing
· Fundraising
· Property development
· Asset management
By joining SHBT as a Trustee, you'll have the unique opportunity to make a meaningful impact on Scotland's historic landscape. Your professional expertise and passion for our built heritage will play a crucial role in shaping the future of our organisation and the preservation of Scotland's history.
Trustees serve a term of three years, with the possibility of reappointment for a further three years. Successful applicants will be expected to attend four meetings a year, either at one of our own buildings or another site of interest and will have over-arching statutory duties in respect of governance.
For more information on the work of SHBT please visit our website.
To apply, please send a summary CV together with a covering letter outlining how you will contribute to the Board.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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This is an exciting opportunity for a volunteer Musical Director to work with our talented and enthusiastic company of young people for the academic year September 2024 - July 2025 to put on Matilda the Musical JR, with two separate casts. We are actively interviewing for this role, so if we find a suitable candidate we will appoint them and close the advert, so don't delay in making your application.
A Brief History of the Spa Theatre Company
The Company was initially founded in 1982 as a young people’s group. From 1982 to 1991, the group remained as a young people’s organisation (the upper age limit being 18). In 1991, the view was that the Company should be more ambitious, by lifting the age limit. As of today, the Company retains the Junior section, but the Senior Company is on hold.
The MD Position – Junior Company
The role advertised is that of MD for the Junior Company.
The Junior Company is primarily a “teaching” organisation. Its primary aim is to offer a high standard of teaching in speech, drama, music and dance. It has its own Director, Musical Director and Choreographer. The academic year consists of three terms, commencing in September each year. The academic year includes a public performance of a musical at a local theatre, usually in April.
It should be noted that the advertised post is for the Musical Director of the Company, for an entire academic year, and is not a “show only” post. It is intended that the post will be permanent, subject to a high standard of performance, reviewed on an annual basis.
The Commitment
The members of the Junior Company are aged 8 to 17. Entry is by audition. They meet on Tuesday evenings during term time between 6.30pm and 8.30pm. For the annual production, we may need to call for additional rehearsals on Sunday afternoons between 2.30pm and 5.30pm. These rehearsals will take place for typically 6 Sundays in a year, with the timing being dependent on the date of the show.During show week, the expectation is that the production team will be present for the full week, from 'get in' to 'technical rehearsals', through the shows and for 'get out'.
Key Attributes
The Musical Director must have the ability to coach and train young people of varying ability. They must be flexible, and adapt teaching styles.
Candidates must be, or become, DBS checked and it would be helpful if they had been teacher trained. The Tuesday sessions must be well planned and prepared, and candidates will need to work well with both Choreographer and Director. It should be stressed that the youngsters gain educational values on Tuesday evenings and that they must be in a learning experience situation.
Duties
The MD will:
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have keyboard skills in order to take rehearsals
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understand that most of the children cannot sight read and therefore need to be taught by rote
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have had experience conducting a band of musicians
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have the ability to make cuts in scores and how to deal with transposing instruments
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need to demonstrate that they have voice training skills and understand vocal techniques
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need to demonstrate an ability to relate to all ages and to show enthusiasm and encouragement
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need to audition accurately and be able to choose audition pieces (for future shows) from scores and identify potential soloists for specific parts.
The duties, organised on an academic year basis to suit the children will comprise:
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attending weekly training sessions, on a Tuesday evening in a school in Warwick, from 6.30 – 8.30 during school terms only (for the purposes of general training of the junior members). This will typically comprise 36 sessions over the course of the academic year;
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teaching a relatively mixed range of ability, so adapting teaching styles, by rote if necessary;
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preparing children for a “showcase concert” to demonstrate to parents what the children have learnt – but children often perform things they have learnt outside, e.g solo guitar performances, or a dance;
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acting as MD for the Junior Show, generally held in late May / June / July of each year;
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helping the Director and Choreographer of the company to choose the show, and preparing audition pieces from the score;
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helping with auditioning and casting for that show;
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assembling a band / orchestra for the show (typically a 4 piece band with the MD acting as conductor or taking the piano part as well);
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doing musical cuts in the score in liaison with the director;
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receiving band parts (the rights are applied for and received by the committee) and returning the band parts to the rights holders after cleaning any markings made.
Remuneration
The Spa Theatre Company is a Registered Charity for its work in the tuition of young people. This is a volunteer role, with a small honorarium.
The honorarium for the post is subject to negotiation and will be related to the experience of the candidate, it is expected to be a fixed amount up to a sum in the order of £1,200, paid as a single instalment at the end of the Summer term. The Committee reserves the right to adjust the fee proportionately for unfulfilled sessions and unexplained absences. The sum is paid tax-free, as remuneration for expenses.
Supervision
The committee is considering retaining the services of the existing production team in a part-time supervisory capacity, again dependent on the experience of the candidate. The newly-appointed person will benefit from that experience, but the detailed arrangements will be discussed at interview.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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This organisation is scheduling interviews as applications come in. They're ready to hire as soon as they find the right person. Don't miss your opportunity, apply now!
This is an exciting opportunity for a volunteer director to work with our talented and enthusiastic company of young people for the academic year September 2024 - July 2025 to put on Matilda the Musical JR, with two separate casts. We are actively interviewing for this role, so if we find a suitable candidate we will appoint them and close the advert, so don't delay in making your application.
A Brief History of the Spa Theatre Company
The Company was initially founded in 1982 as a young people’s group. From 1982 to 1991, the group remained as a young people’s organisation (the upper age limit being 18). In 1991, the view was that the Company should be more ambitious, by lifting the age limit. As of today, the Company retains the Junior section, but the Senior Company is on hold and the Junior Company is going from strength to strength.
The Director Position – Junior Company
The role advertised is that of Director for the Junior Company.
The Junior Company is a registered charity and a “teaching” organisation. Its primary aim is to offer a high standard of teaching in speech, drama, music and dance. It has its own Director, Musical Director and Choreographer. The academic year consists of three terms, commencing in September each year. The academic year includes the public performance of a musical at a local theatre, usually in April/May.
It should be noted that the advertised post is for the Director of the Company, for an entire academic year, and is not a “show only” post. It is intended that the post will be permanent, subject to a high standard of performance, reviewed on an annual basis.
The Commitment
The members of the Junior Company are aged 8 to 17. Entry is by audition. They meet on Tuesday evenings during term time between 6.30pm and 8.30pm. For the annual production, we may need to call for additional rehearsals on Sunday afternoons between 2.30pm and 5.30pm. These rehearsals will take place for typically 6 Sundays in a year, with the timing being dependent on the date of the show.During show week, the expectation is that the production team will be present for the full week, from 'get in' to 'technical rehearsals', through the shows and for 'get out'.
Key Attributes
The Director must have the ability to coach and train young people of varying ability. They must be flexible, and adapt teaching styles.
Candidates must be, or become, DBS checked and it would be helpful if they had been teacher trained. The Tuesday sessions must be well planned and prepared, and candidates will need to work well with both Choreographer and Musical Director. It should be stressed that the youngsters gain educational values on Tuesday evenings and that they must be in a learning experience situation.
Duties
The Director reports directly to the Committee of Spa Theatre Company.
The Director will:
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have qualifications appropriate to the needs of children up to the age of 17
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understand that there is a wide range of ability within the group and adapt training styles appropriately;
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have to work closely with the Choreographer and MD, recognising the inclusive nature of decision-making;
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need to demonstrate an ability to relate to all ages and to show enthusiasm and encouragement.
The duties, organised on an academic year basis to suit the children will comprise:
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attending weekly training sessions, on a Tuesday evening in a school in Warwick, from 6.30 – 8.30 during school terms only (for the purposes of general training of the junior members). This will typically comprise 36 sessions over the course of the academic year;
-
teaching a relatively mixed range of ability, so adapting teaching styles, by rote if necessary;
-
preparing children for a “showcase concert” to demonstrate to parents what the children have learnt – but children often perform things they have learnt outside, e.g solo guitar performances, or a dance;
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Liaising with the Musical Director and Choreographer to ensure the smooth running of the Junior Company
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Ensuring the safety and well-being of the children attending sessions
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Organising auditions for entry into the Company
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Preparing the annual schedule of teaching and rehearsal sessions
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Planning the annual production
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Helping to select a suitable show
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Deciding on audition pieces for principal roles
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Organising auditions for principal roles
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Liaising with the theatre management regarding get-in and get-out times
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Liaising on wardrobe, set design, lighting, stage management, back-stage crew
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Liaising with parents over casting and training issues
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Helping to source parents for tasks such as stage direction, make-up, wardrobe, lighting, sound, etc
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Reporting to the Committee on a termly basis.
Remuneration
The Spa Theatre Company is a Registered Charity for its work in the tuition of young people. This is a volunteer role, with a small honorarium.
The honorarium for the post is subject to negotiation and will be related to the experience of the candidate, it is expected to be a fixed amount up to a sum in the order of £1,200, paid as a single instalment at the end of the Summer term. The Committee reserves the right to adjust the fee proportionately for unfulfilled sessions and unexplained absences. The sum is paid tax-free, as remuneration for expenses.
Supervision
The committee is considering retaining the services of the existing production team in a part-time supervisory capacity, again dependent on the experience of the candidate. The newly-appointed person will benefit from that experience, but the detailed arrangements will be discussed at interview.
Key Information
Show: Matilda
Academic year 3 September 2024 and 22 July 2025 although often our production team stay on for multiple years.
Rehearsals Tuesday evenings from 6.30pm - 8.30pm (Term time only) Approximately 6 Sunday rehearsals during Spring Term.
The show One full week between 27th April - 4th May 2025. You will be needed every evening during this week and all day on the Saturday and Sunday.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Volunteer with us!
At Acorns we provide care and support for life limited or life threatened children and their families. We are a charity, so most of the care that we provide is funded through fundraising and through our shops.
To help us to continue to provide the care that we do, we are looking for fun and enthusiastic volunteers to join us in our Dudley. Our shops are exciting and dynamic, with no two days being the same. From our walk-in customers, to receiving donations, and everything in between
As a Shop Volunteer with us, you will be:
- Engaging with customers
- Accepting and sorting donated stock
- Pricing donations for sale
- Working on the till
Our shops are open Monday to Saturday (some open on Sundays too) 9am to 5pm. You can volunteer the hours that suit you, but it would be great if you could support in the shop for at least 3 hours a week.
Why Volunteer at Acorns?
- To help a local charity and make a difference in your local community
- Connect with likeminded people and make new friends
- Enhance your CV by learning new skills and gaining experience
- Opportunities to progress to other roles
- Access to free online courses
- Retail discounts
- Invites to social events and participation in our volunteer recognition schemes and rewards
Full training will be provided
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Join us and be a part of transforming lives through adult education in Scotland!
Are you passionate about adult education and eager to make a difference in Scotland? We’re looking for dedicated individuals to join our Scotland Board Committee. As a Scotland Board Committee member, you will support the Board of Trustees in ensuring the sustainability and growth of WEA in Scotland. Your contributions will help maintain our educational provision in line with WEA’s values and principles, and you will play a key role in engaging with stakeholders and promoting adult education across Scotland. This is a rewarding opportunity for anyone aged 18 or over who meets WEA safer recruitment checks and has a strong commitment to our mission to bring learning opportunities within reach of everyone.
WEA is seeking to appoint co-opted Board Committee members who have worked nationally in Scotland with recognised qualifications in Education / adult learning; with experience of legislative, social, health and/or education policy that may impact upon WEA delivery in Scotland.
We offer: A comprehensive induction and training program. Supportive environment, especially for new committee members. The opportunity to use your skills and experience for a noble cause.
Your impact: Influence adult education policies. Monitor and improve the quality of our educational offerings. Foster partnerships and build relationships with key stakeholders.
Your commitment to our mission will help bring adult learning within reach. Together, we can create a community where continuous learning and development are a reality for all.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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Sustainability Board Member
At the Eco Centre our mission is to empower people to live and work sustainably. We inform, inspire and enable people to take action on climate change and the environment.
What we do
Our focus is on practical help so people can reduce carbon, live sustainably and combat climate change.
We’ve developed an innovative approach to helping people make that transition to sustainable living that has the potential of being scaled up and used nationwide – putting us on the road to zero carbon. We’re working closely with communities to pilot and develop the scheme.
In the next 12 months we planning an events programme to engage inspire the public and businesses, and for collaboration and co-creation for climate action innovation.
The next step will be a regional sustainability hub – a visitor attraction with hands-on activities. A go-to destination, training facility, and events/exhibition space – and a resource base for outreach and schools’ programmes.
How you can help
As Sustainability Board Member, you’ll lead the research and development of our sustainability resources and play a key role in developing initiatives.
Your input in the development of innovative information and engagement programmes, and tools, that can have a major impact on the drive to Zero Carbon, will be vital.
Key information:
Responsible to: The board and membership
Working Location: Generally remote working but the ability to help occasionally at events in the South West is preferable.
Location Requirements: Preferably living or working in the South West. Regulations permit only a limited no. of directors from outside the area of benefit.
Hours: Minimum of 6-8 hours a month. Flexible
Renumeration: None. Voluntary. Expenses only.
How to apply: Click the Quick Apply button below. You’ll be asked to submit a CV and answer a few short screening questions about your relevant skills and motivation. Please also submit a cover letter saying why you would like to be a board member and what skills you will bring to our board, operations and plans.
Closing date: 31 July 2023.
Interviews may take place in the week August or September.
Applicants can contact us for an informal discussion.
Please note, we’re actively reviewing applications and interviews will be held on a rolling basis. The ad may close early if a successful candidate is found.”
What you’ll be doing
As a hands-on board member, you’ll:
- Ensure that our information resources are accurate, engaging and informative
- Work with others to ensure that our public engagement programmes are effective.
- Research and develop new resources and approaches for public and business sector initiatives
- Lead the research and development of an information base of household sustainability measures for the Climate Action Plan programme, and the development of interactive tools.
- Research and develop community/collective actions to support the move to sustainable living and working
- Lead on quantifying and evaluating the effectiveness of measures and our initiatives – particularly the impact of consumer choice and behavioural change initiatives
- Be joining newly enlarged team, steering and developing the Eco Centre, helping it to realise its ambition of a Sustainability Centre for the South West.
- Play an important part in developing strategy and ensuring the organisation is well run and able to deliver, and step up, its impact on climate change and sustainability.
- Contribute to the day-to day running of the organisation and/or its operations.
What are the requirements?
This unique opportunity is for you if you…
- Have knowledge of a wide range of sustainability issues and interventions and the application of technologies
- Have experience or understanding of public interventions.
- Have research and analytical skills
- Can compile and manage databases
- Can work effectively with others to identify, analyse, and solve problems.
- Can use your experience and knowledge to make considered judgements
- Have a commitment to action on climate change/sustainability.
This position is open to people residing in the UK only.
Please submit a cover letter saying why you would like to be a board member and what skills you will bring to our board, operations and plans.
You can request an informal discussion, please let us know in the cover letter.
To empower people to live and work sustainably. We aim to inform, inspire and enable people to take action on climate change and the environment.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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Keeping in regular contact with our members to check on their wellbeing is one of our key services.
Our Wellbeing Volunteers contact a range of different members every week to make a friendly 'check in' call and have a chat. During these calls, you'll provide the opportunity for our members to talk, offer friendly support and make them aware of the Deafblind UK services available to them.
Whatever the conversation you’ll be making a positive difference!
This is a home based role so you don't need to be 'local' and you don’t need experience to become one of our Wellbeing Volunteers. The majority of our members communicate with clear speech so no specialised skills or knowledge is required. You just need to be comfortable chatting over the phone and be able to commit to a regular weekly time slot to make calls to our members. Some knowledge or experience of sight and or hearing loss would be an advantage in this particular role and confidence in speaking with people of all ages and backgrounds.
We provide full training and ongoing support in this role and ask for a minimum commitment of three months.
We require you to have Wifi and access to a PC, tablet or mobile device. This is to allow you to complete training, have access to the Deafblind UK phone system and to submit online contact logs.
Volunteering with our charity is special because you get to hear first-hand the difference you make to people’s lives. Click on 'apply' and make a difference today!
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Deafblind UK members have combined sight and hearing loss and many can feel lonely or socially isolated. We offer a free telephone befriending service where we match volunteers with one of our members to have a weekly 30 minute chat together.
We are looking for confident, empathetic and friendly people who can hold a good conversation. You could be chatting about similar interests or learning about each other’s lives. Whatever the conversation you’ll be having a positive impact.
One 30 minute call seems really simple but having someone to talk to and someone to listen, could really make a difference to our members. It could be that you’re the only person they speak to that day, or even that week.
Our members love to chat with people who have had some life experience and stories to tell. You will need good communication skills and be able to strike up a conversation. You will also need to be reliable, patient with a naturally warm and friendly nature.
We will ensure you are supported throughout your journey with us, offering training and support at all times.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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Bright Futures UK (BFUK) supports children and young people back into education after taking time out due to a long-term mental health or physical condition. We provide support throughout young people's treatment and recovery, making sure they aren't worried about missing school and can focus on getting better!
We need confident volunteers to facilitate young people getting to know each other and combat social isolation through fun activity challenges, breakout conversation rooms, and online games.
What You'll Do:
- Facilitate Sessions: Lead bi-weekly, hour-long online sessions with conversation topics and activities.
- Support and Engage: Create a supportive and inclusive environment where young people feel comfortable participating and expressing themselves.
- Encourage Participation: Actively encourage all participants to join in the activities and conversations, fostering a sense of community and connection.
- Monitor Progress: Monitor the group's dynamics and the participants' well-being, providing feedback and support as needed.
- Collaborate with Team: Work with the Bright Futures UK workshop coordinator to ensure the sessions align with the organization’s mission and goals.
Details:
- Time Commitment: 1 hour bi-weekly.
- Location: Online, remote position.
- Training: Full training provided, including safeguarding. Ideally to take place in London, however we are flexible to discuss this further if need be.
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CPRE Leicestershire is looking for a Treasurer/Trustee. As Treasurer you’ll ensure our financial affairs are conducted within legal requirements and good practice. You’ll work closely with the chair and trustees to oversee the financial sustainability and development of our charity.
We’re ideally looking for volunteers with experience in financial management and a passion for environmental and countryside issues. Please look at our other opportunities to find one that’s right for you.By volunteering with us you’ll be helping to find positive solutions for the issues facing the countryside and the environment. By applying your skills and experience you can make a real difference and be a central part of a friendly and passionate charity.
What you will be doing
- Keeping accurate records of income and expenditure in line with legal regulations
- Helping us to set an annual budget
- Being a signatory for cheque payments and reimbursing invoices and expenses
- Preparing financial reports and submitting accounts for independent audit
- Updating National CPRE about our charity finances
- Assisting with funding applications and accounting for external funding
- Where relevant, ensuring employment regulations are met eg staff salaries
- Being a positive advocate for CPRE and encouraging others to support our work
- Safeguarding the good name and values of our charity
- We ask that all trustees are, or are willing to become, members of CPRE
More information on the role can be found on our website.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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This Trustee role is an exciting opportunity to add value and scale to what CPRE Leicestershire does and contribute to its success. We are looking to appoint a Planning Trustee with a passion for environmental and countryside issues and experience or knowledge of the planning system, with an understanding of organisational management.
In joining the CPRE Leicestershire team, you will:
- Use your skills and experience to make a positive difference to the countryside, environment, and local communities.
- Meet like-minded people and enjoy being part of a team.
- Be invited to free training courses, workshops and the annual National Office conference and AGM.
What you will be doing
- Developing and implementing our strategic plans and policies to help us to deliver our mission.
- Managing CPRE Leicestershire’s approach to planning and related issues and developments across Leicester and Leicestershire.
- Organising responses to strategic planning and local plan consultations and significant planning applications requiring CPRE Leicestershire input and contributing to their preparation and submission.
- Updating CPRE Leicestershire about emerging planning, environmental, climate, biodiversity and transport issues, changes in national policies and national CPRE debates, policies and campaigns.
- If required, represent CPRE Leicestershire at Planning Committees, Appeals, Public Inquiries or Examinations and Public Meetings.
- Being a positive advocate for CPRE and encouraging others to support our work.
- Safeguarding the good reputation and values of our charity .
What is in it for you
- Use your skills and experience to contribute to the success of our charity and make a positive difference to the countryside.
- Meet like-minded people and enjoy being part of a team.
- Enhance your CV by developing new skills and gaining valuable experience.
- We will support you to develop in your volunteering role and provide you with relevant training.
- We will give you a reference for your future work or volunteering.
- Get involved with social events and workshops on a local and national level, including the annual CPRE conference.
- The opportunity to attend a volunteer induction day.
In common with all charities, our trustees have a duty to ensure that the charity complies with its constitution and with charity law. This means ensuring the charity is addressing the purposes for which it is set up for the public benefit, and no other purpose. Trustees will have an opportunity to play a part in setting the strategic direction of the charity and to work together to decide how to best enable all to contribute to achieving its purposes. Trustees need to use sound judgment, to make balanced and informed decisions, thinking about the long term as well as the short term; to avoid any personal conflicts of interest; and to act with reasonable care and skill.
More information is available from The Charity Commission via their website.
Skills & Experience
We are looking for skills and experience in the following areas (please ensure your application cover these points):
- An understanding and experience of the planning system.
- Strong interest in the countryside and a commitment to CPRE policies, campaigns and initiatives.
- An understanding of, or interest in, the charity sector, including the legal duties and responsibilities of a trustee, (or willingness to learn).
- Some experience of working in a strategic way.
- An interest in investigative work, with an eye for detail.
- Good written and verbal communication skills.
- Have access to a computer and the internet at home and be comfortable using them.
- Be able to commit to volunteering regularly to suit your availability including attendance at meetings.
- Some awareness of current environmental issues and a commitment to campaign for the protection of the countryside and the work of CPRE.
- Commitment to work within the values of CPRE: Open, Connected, Trusted and Inspirational.
This role is available provisionally for up to a three-year term, with a maximum of two three-year terms.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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At the Eco Centre our mission is to empower people to live and work sustainably. We inform, inspire and enable people to take action on climate change and the environment.
What we do
Our focus is on practical help so people can reduce carbon, live sustainably and combat climate change.
We’ve developed an innovative approach to helping people make that transition to sustainable living that has the potential of being scaled up and used nationwide – putting us on the road to zero carbon. We’re working closely with communities to pilot and develop the scheme.
In the next 12 months we planning an events programme to engage inspire the public and businesses, and for collaboration and co-creation for climate action innovation.
The next step will be a regional sustainability hub – a visitor attraction with hands-on activities. A go-to destination, training facility, and events/exhibition space – and a resource base for outreach and schools’ programmes.
How you can help
As ICT/Web Development Board Member, you’ll lead the development of our website, web and other applications.
You will be a key part of enabling the Eco Centre to deploy innovative information and other tools that can have a major impact on the drive to Zero Carbon, and in particular, our Climate Action Plan programme for public engagement.
Key information:
Responsible to: The board and membership
Working Location: Generally remote working but the ability to help occasionally at events in the South West is preferable.
Location Requirements: Preferably living or working in the South West. Regulations permit only a limited no. of directors from outside the area of benefit.
Hours: Minimum of 6-8 hours a month. Flexible
Renumeration: None. Voluntary. Expenses only.
How to apply: Click the Quick Apply button below. You’ll be asked to submit a CV and answer a few short screening questions about your relevant skills and motivation. Please also submit a cover letter saying why you would like to be a board member and what skills you will bring to our board, operations and plans.
Closing date: 31 July 2023.
Interviews may take place in the week August or September.
Applicants can contact us for an informal discussion.
Please note, we’re actively reviewing applications and interviews will be held on a rolling basis. The ad may close early if a successful candidate is found.”
What you’ll be doing
As a hands-on board member, you’ll:
- Maintain the website and develop its functionality as an informational resource
- Lead the development of web applications, including tools for the Climate Action Plan programme
- Help identify and develop new applications for promotional and engagement purposes
- Provide or oversee ICT support to the board and staff
- Be joining newly enlarged team, steering and developing the Eco Centre, helping it to realise its ambition of a Sustainability Centre for the South West.
- Play an important part in developing strategy and ensuring the organisation is well run and able to deliver, and step up, its impact on climate change and sustainability.
- Contribute to the day-to day running of the organisation and/or its operations.
What are the requirements?
This unique opportunity is for you if you…
- Are experienced in CMS and website and application design and development
- Can build or lead the development of interactive applications for website and mobile use
- Can work effectively with others to identify, analyse, and solve problems.
- Can use your experience and knowledge to make considered judgements
- Have a commitment to action on climate change/sustainability.
This position is open to people residing in the UK only.
Please submit a cover letter saying why you would like to be a board member and what skills you will bring to our board, operations and plans.
You can request an informal discussion, please let us know in the cover letter.
To empower people to live and work sustainably. We aim to inform, inspire and enable people to take action on climate change and the environment.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Actively Interviewing
This organisation is scheduling interviews as applications come in. They're ready to hire as soon as they find the right person. Don't miss your opportunity, apply now!
Do you want to utilise your strong leadership skills to have a positive impact on the strategic direction and governance of a charity?
Are you passionate about developing people and fostering good relationships?
Do you have the time and willingness to get involved in steering the work of a charity to provide invaluable support to its community?
Alex, The Leukodystrophy Charity (Alex TLC) is looking to appoint a leader with the passion and vision to Chair our Board of Trustees, ensuring we effectively fulfil our strategic goals and direction.
Who we are
Alex TLC provides invaluable support and information to people affected by leukodystrophy.
Leukodystrophies are genetic disorders that mainly affect the white matter of the central nervous system (i.e. the brain or spinal cord). There are more than 100 different known types of leukodystrophy, including some so rare they only affect one or two individuals.
Established in 2004 we are an internationally recognised centre of excellence and the only UK charity providing support and information to people affected by any of the leukodystrophy conditions worldwide.
Our expectations of you
In the role of Chair, you will be instrumental in ensuring effective and strategic governance of the Charity. Your collaborative efforts with our Board of Trustees will play a pivotal role in promoting inclusivity, driving excellent, well-rounded and considered decision making and ensuring our sustained success and progress.
We are looking for a Chair to join the Board immediately. You will be required to attend a minimum of 3 board meetings per year, review documentation in advance and maintain regular and responsive communication with the CEO outside of meetings. Mentorship can be arranged to support the transition into the role.
This is a voluntary and unremunerated position.
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We will endeavour to make reasonable adjustments to remove barriers to this post. If you have any additional support or have any access or communication needs throughout the recruitment process, please let us know.
Our Mission is to support anyone affected by leukodystrophy, support research, raise awareness and improve best practice within healthcare systems.
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The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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This organisation is scheduling interviews as applications come in. They're ready to hire as soon as they find the right person. Don't miss your opportunity, apply now!
Communications & Marketing Board Member
At the Eco Centre our mission is to empower people to live and work sustainably. We inform, inspire and enable people to take action on climate change and the environment.
What we do
Our focus is on practical help so people can reduce carbon, live sustainably and combat climate change.
We’ve developed an innovative approach to helping people make that transition to sustainable living that has the potential of being scaled up and used nationwide – putting us on the road to zero carbon. We’re working closely with communities to pilot and develop the scheme.
In the next 12 months we planning an events programme to engage inspire the public and businesses, and for collaboration and co-creation for climate action innovation.
The next step will be a regional sustainability hub – a visitor attraction with hands-on activities. A go-to destination, training facility, and events/exhibition space – and a resource base for outreach and schools’ programmes.
How you can help
As Communications & Marketing Board Member, you’ll take a leading role in developing and implement communications and marketing strategies. You will help raise the profile of the Eco Centre so that it can increase its support and develop the opportunities and partnerships needed to achieve its sustainability goals. A key aim will be building support for a sustainability hub for the South West.
You will be a member of a newly enlarged team, ensuring we’re able to step up our action on climate change/sustainability and the drive to Zero Carbon.
Key information:
Responsible to: The board and membership
Working Location: Generally remote working but the ability to help occasionally at events in the South West is preferable.
Location Requirements: Preferably living or working in the South West. Regulations permit only a limited no. of directors from outside the area of benefit.
Hours: Minimum of 6-8 hours a month. Flexible
Renumeration: None. Voluntary. Expenses only.
How to apply: Click the Quick Apply button below. You’ll be asked to submit a CV and answer a few short screening questions about your relevant skills and motivation. Please also submit a cover letter saying why you would like to be a board member and what skills you will bring to our board, operations and plans.
Closing date: 31 July 2023.
Interviews may take place in the week August or September.
Applicants can contact us for an informal discussion.
Please note, we’re actively reviewing applications and interviews will be held on a rolling basis. The ad may close early if a successful candidate is found.”
What you’ll be doing
As a hands-on board member, you’ll:
- Develop and implement a communications/marketing strategy
- Lead the membership drive
- Identify and develop new promotional and engagement opportunities
- Act as brand manager for all communications output
- Be joining newly enlarged team, steering and developing the Eco Centre, helping it to realise its ambition of a Sustainability Centre for the South West.
- Play an important part in developing strategy and ensuring the organisation is well run and able to deliver, and step up, its impact on climate change and sustainability.
- Contribute to the day-to day running of the organisation and/or its operations.
What are the requirements?
This unique opportunity is for you if you…
- Have substantial experience in communications
- Can demonstrate use of a range of communications techniques, in particular social media.
- Have implemented engaging and cost-effective communications campaigns
- Can writing excellent and effective external materials for a range of stakeholders
- Have experience of corporate and public engagement
- Can work effectively with others to identify, analyse, and solve problems.
- Can use your experience and knowledge to make considered judgements
- Have a commitment to action on climate change/sustainability.
This position is open to people residing in the UK only.
To empower people to live and work sustainably. We aim to inform, inspire and enable people to take action on climate change and the environment.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.