Volunteer Roles

Marie Curie and Northern Health and Social Care Trust have joined together to offer a service to support people at the end of life.

Spending time with patients and/or their relatives, we’re looking for volunteers to provide emotional support, a listening ear, and to simply be there for patients with a palliative diagnosis and their loved ones.

WHAT YOU WILL BE DOING.

Your role will include some of, but is not restricted to, the following tasks:

• Support patients in line with agreed boundaries and procedures
• Spend time listening and talking with patients, family, friends, and carers.
• Signpost families and friends to other services, as appropriate
• Write and submit, to the Volunteer Manager, a brief report on each visit.
• Keep the Service Manager informed of any changes of significant happenings in connection with the client, either in person or by telephone
• Be an active part of the team of Marie Curie Companions and the wider team of Antrim Area Hospital’s volunteers.
• Attend regular group support and development sessions for Marie Curie Companions
• Help with other related tasks when necessary.

THE SKILLS/EXPERIENCE YOU WILL NEED.

• Caring and Compassionate.
• Excellent listening skills.
• Mature attitude to death and dying.
• Patience, empathy, self-awareness, and emotional stability.
• Respect for confidentiality.
• Willingness to learn and operate within set boundaries.
• Reliability – keep commitments and appointments.
• Respect for individuals regardless of their race, gender, culture religion, disability, sexual orientation, and marital status.

WHAT YOU CAN GAIN FROM THIS OPPORTUNITY.

• An excellent opportunity to build on your skills in a charity environment
• An induction, training, support and supervision in your role
• Agreed reasonable out-of-pocket expenses

WHAT WE ASK OF YOU.

• To provide two references from non-family members and other relevant documents related to the role
• To keep to all the charity’s policies and guidelines 
• To complete an induction and any training related to the role
• Complete mandatory training and role related renewals, as requested

Marie Curie is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of patients and their families and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.  Marie Curie will treat all volunteers fairly and with respect.  We will not discriminate on the basis of disability, ethnicity, marital status, pregnancy or maternity, sex (i.e. gender), sexual orientation, religion or faith, or gender reassignment.  We will not discriminate on the basis of age, unless the responsibilities of a role require us to do so in order to safeguard our volunteers and/or service users.

ABOUT US

Every day of your life matters – from the first to the last. When you volunteer for Marie Curie, you understand that better than ever. We’re a passionate, committed and diverse team of more than 4,400 staff and  6,500 volunteers, here for people living with any terminal illness, and their families. We offer expert care, guidance and support, to help them get the most from the time they have left. 

Marie Curie is committed to its values, which underpin our work.  We take stringent steps to ensure that the people who join our organisation through employment or volunteering, are suitable for their roles and are committed to safeguarding all our people from harm. This includes our staff, volunteers and all those who use or come into contact with our services. We are dedicated to creating not just a safe place to work but also a supportive and rewarding one.

Marie Curie is committed to a world where everyone can thrive and fulfil their potential. We are devoted to the social justice imperatives and organisational benefits of full diversity, inclusion and equity in the workplace, and are a Stonewall champion. We actively encourage and welcome applications from candidates of diverse cultures, perspectives and lived experiences.

We reserve the right to close this vacancy early.

Are you passionate about helping others and making a difference in your community? We are looking for dedicated ESOL (English for Speakers of Other Languages) volunteers to support Syrian and Afghan refugee families in the Royal Borough of Greenwich.

Role: As an ESOL volunteer, you will be matched with a refugee family to provide one-on-one or small-group English language support. Your assistance will help them navigate daily life, integrate into the community, and access essential services.

Responsibilities:

• Conduct regular ESOL sessions with individuals or families.
• Tailor lessons to meet the specific needs and goals of your learners.
• Provide encouragement and support to build confidence in using English.

Requirements:

• Strong proficiency in English.
• Previous experience in teaching or tutoring ESOL is a plus but not required.
• Patience, empathy, and a genuine desire to help others.
• Commitment to regular sessions (frequency and duration can be flexible).

Benefits:

• Make a meaningful impact in the lives of refugee families.
• Gain valuable teaching experience and intercultural skills.
• Join a supportive community of volunteers and learners.

Citizens Advice Birmingham is a local charity dedicated to serving the people of Birmingham by providing them with advice and information on a wide range of subjects. 

Citizens Advice Birmingham is seeking a financially qualified and/or experienced volunteer to join our Trustee Board as Honorary Treasurer.

What will you be doing?

The new Treasurer will join a committed board of trustees with many years’ experience. We are proud that we are a fit for purpose organisation with robust financial and performance management systems and, most importantly, a skilled and committed staff team.

As Treasurer you will work closely with our Finance Manager to monitor the financial administration of the organisation and report to the Trustee Board in compliance with the governing document and legal requirements. 

We are looking for a financial professional with some knowledge or experience of charity finances, fundraising, financial consequences and pension schemes who can explain complex financial information in an accessible way.

The role will provide a great deal of satisfaction, supporting a local charity that has an excellent reputation for delivering quality advice services to the community. The position of Honorary Treasurer will also provide the opportunity to enhance your skill set, utilise your expertise and share your knowledge.

This is a voluntary role, but all reasonable expenses are reimbursed. We welcome applications from all sections of the community to enable us to have a diverse Trustee Board that reflects our clients and communities.

If you have financial skills and knowledge and are interested, or you know someone who might be interested, in joining our Trustee Board, please contact us via Reach for more information. 

What are we looking for?

You’ll need to:

• understand and accept the responsibilities and liabilities as trustees
• have financial qualifications or experience
• have some knowledge or experience of charity finances, fundraising, financial consequences and pension schemes
• be non-judgmental and respect views, values and cultures that are different to your own
• have good listening, verbal and written communication skills
• be able to exercise good independent judgment and if necessary to make difficult recommendations
• have excellent good numeracy skills to understand accounts
• be able to explain complex financial information in an accessible way
• be willing to learn about and follow Citizens Advice Birmingham’s aims, principles and policies, including confidentiality and data protection
• be willing to undertake training in your role

What difference will you make?

As our Honorary Treasurer, you make a positive impact for people in your local area by ensuring Citizens Advice Birmingham is sustainable and meeting the needs of the community

Time Commitment

Around 5 hours/month. The Trustee board usually meets in the evening. You may need to attend other meetings occasionally.

Before you apply

If you have financial skills and knowledge and are interested, or you know someone who might be interested, in joining our Trustee Board, please contact us via Reach for more information.

Director for social, emotional, mental health Academy Trust

What will you be doing?

Our Board is chaired by Peter Carter and of made up of seven Directors. We plan to add 2-3 more to strengthen the skills and experience, and widen our diversity

The Board of Directors have overall oversight of Trinity Academy Newcastle Trust. In Trusts the purpose of Governance is to provide:

• Strategic Leadership
• Accountability and Assurance
• Strategic Engagement.

As a Director, on the Board of Directors, you will work in partnership with the CEO, to set the strategic direction of the Trust, challenge Senior leaders and to take the Trust forward as an excellent example for the type of alternative provision that it offers.

Being a Director is a commitment to attending Board and Committee meetings that consider issues such as setting the Trust’s vision, mitigating financial risk and scrutinising educational outcomes, as well as overseeing the management side of the Trust.

Through oversight and strategic direction, the board will ensure that the Trust:

• Complies with governance documentation and relevant legislation
• Apply the resources solely towards pursing our purpose
• Have financial stability and sustainability
• Have effective  policies and procedures in place
• Evaluation performance against agreed goals

What are we looking for?

No previous experience is required and we welcome application from young and old alike from people with all kinds of backgrounds.

Our Directors must be:

• Willing and able to champion our Vision and Values
• Collaborative and open to new ideas
• Able to listen, express views constructively and be fair and objective.
• Reliable, ethical and honest
• Willing and able to contribute to the work of the Board
• Willing to undertake an enhanced DBS check

We are particularly seeking applicants with one or more of the following:

• Experience of the education sector and/or further education
• An understanding of Special Educational Needs and Disabilities
• Advanced financial/ accounting  skills
• An understanding of adolescence mental health

What difference will you make?

Directors play a vital role in making sure that Trinity Academy Newcastle Trust achieves its strategic vision. The Directors have the overall management of the Trust and provide support, ideas and constructive challenge to the CEO and Executive Leadership team. As a Director you will be able to develop your professional skills and experience in areas such as strategic planning, chairing, policy implementation and teamwork. 

Estimate time commitment: 0-5 hours / month

Could your financial skills help transform the lives of people in need in Bradford?

Each year, we help over 5,000 people in Bradford overcome obstacles preventing them from achieving their potential. For example, we save people from being evicted, we challenge unfair benefits decisions, we help people manage debts, and we tackle complex immigration issues. Our free, expert advice gives people the skills and confidence they need to address their problems and move on with their lives.

We are seeking a Treasurer with senior-level, strategic financial expertise to join our Board – this volunteer role will appeal to someone wishing to use their skills and experience to help improve the lives of thousands of people across our city.

The Treasurer attends 6 board meetings a year and chairs our Finance Sub-committee. Meetings are typically held on weekday evenings. 

Please see the role description attached. Closing date: 9 August 2024

Thank you for your interest in becoming a board trustee of Great Britain Wheelchair Rugby Limited (GBWR), and chair of its governance and finance committee (GFC). 

Wheelchair rugby is an exhilarating sport played by athletes with often severe physical impairments. It has grown rapidly in recent years, overseen by a dedicated team of GBWR staff, trustees, and volunteers.

The board is now looking to appoint a new trustee to join us and help steer the sport through to the LA28 Paralympic Games and beyond. This follows the departure of our longest-serving board member at the end of her third term, and the current GFC chair stepping into her role of senior independent director. This new appointee will have responsibility at board level for matters relating to finance and governance.

ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES

In addition to the duties and responsibilities imposed on all charity trustees by charity and company law:
 

• Chair the GFC
• Report to the board of trustees and to the GFC on all matters relating to the oversight of GBWR’s financial performance and position (actual and against budget), preparation and agreement of annual budget, developments in financial reporting, and elements of governance which relate to the role
• Liaise with the CEO, head of business operations, outsourced financial services provider, and external auditor in respect of all the above
• Supervise preparation of the annual report and financial statements for the GBWR group of companies, where the charity is the parent company of a trading subsidiary which is being wound down with a view to being made dormant in financial year 2025/26
• Act as a signatory, alongside the chair of the board, on the annual statutory accounts
• Ensure that high standards of governance, robust internal control systems, and risk management procedures are maintained and regularly reviewed, and compliance with statutory and regulatory requirements
• Participate as a signatory in procedures for incurring expenditure and authorising payments to suppliers in accordance with established tiers of responsibility
• Support and challenge the CEO and the senior leadership team as necessary and appropriate
• Meet with the CEO and chair of the board as and when required
   

PERSON SPECIFICATION

 All successful candidates will need to demonstrate how they meet the following essential criteria:
 

• Hold a relevant qualification(s) demonstrating financial skills relevant to the role, or be able to demonstrate skills through experience
• Current or recent experience of working, or as a board member, within a corporate or charitable environment
• Thorough knowledge and experience of governance and regulatory framework for corporates and charities
• Be able to demonstrate governance skills through experience; a relevant qualification, eg ICSA, would also be desirable
• Exhibit the highest standards of personal integrity
• Ability to support and challenge the CEO and senior leadership team
• Excellent communication skills (both verbal and written) 

It would be desirable for candidates to have knowledge, understanding, and/or experience in a sporting and/or disability environment.
 

TERMS OF APPOINTMENT

Time commitment

 It is expected that the chair of the GFC will undertake the following: 
 

• Attend four board meetings per year
• Attend a board strategy day
• Chair four GFC meetings per year
• Attend one subsidiary board meeting per year
• Engage in regular communications with, and support of, the chair, both in person and by phone
• Attend events in an ambassadorial capacity
• Be available for other meetings and/or functions where representation on behalf of GBWR is required

Remuneration and expenses

The role is non-remunerated. Reasonable expenses incurred on official GBWR business will be reimbursed according to the GBWR expense policy.

Term of appointment

The term of appointment is for three years, with a maximum of three terms permitted.

Location

Board and GFC meetings take place in central London. The head office of GBWR is at Twickenham Stadium, Greater London.

RECRUITMENT PROCESS

The closing date for applications is Friday, 2 August 2024.

In order to shortlist, the nominations committee of GBWR will assess each application against the person specification and select who to invite for interview.

Candidates will be notified that they have been shortlisted for interview by email no later than Friday, 16 August 2024.

Further details about the date(s) and format of the interview will be provided to shortlisted candidates.

References will be taken up for the successful candidate.

HOW TO APPLY

To apply, please submit: 

• A CV of no more than two sides of A4;
• A supporting statement of no more than two sides of A4, giving specific evidence of your ability to meet the key responsibilities and person specification and your reason for application;
• Names and contact details, including email addresses, for two referees and in what capacity you know them; and
• A completed diversity monitoring form 

Completed applications should be sent by Friday, 2 August 2024. Please put ‘Trustee appointment’ in the subject title.

CONFLICTS OF INTEREST

You must provide details in your supporting statement if you have any interests that might be relevant to the work of GBWR and which could lead to a real or perceived conflict of interest should you be appointed.

EQUALITY, DIVERSITY, AND INCLUSION

GBWR is an equal opportunities organisation and we welcome applications from all suitably qualified and experienced people regardless of race, religion/belief, gender, gender reassignment, disability, sexual orientation, age, marital/civil partnership status, or pregnancy/maternity.

This role is advertised as part of TPP's Free Giving Back Services. This volunteer advertisement copy has been supplied to TPP and applicants apply direct to the organisation. Please contact the organisation directly if you have any questions about this volunteer role.

Milton Keynes and North Bucks RSPCA have two retail outlets, a cattery and storage facilities. We are looking to expand our retail footprint and open an education centre in the near future.

Use your skills learned in a professional environment to benefit your local community by becoming a trustee for MK & North Bucks RSPCA. As a trustee of the MK & North Bucks branch, you will have the chance to influence how we care for the animals in our care and prevent cruelty to animals.

 It's a great way to meet likeminded people who share your enthusiasm for animal welfare. You will have the opportunity to gain new skills and develop existing ones, whilst making a real difference to the lives of animals.

RSPCA Milton Keynes & North Bucks need to raise £400k per annum to survive the current cost of living crisis. We are generously supported by private donors and our retail outlets give the majority of funds, however there is more to be done to educate the public and through fundraising and sponsorship partnerships we believe we can reach more people.

We are looking for people with a background in fundraising on a scale of £200k+ who know how to speak with corporate sponsors and can engage directly with our events team. You will be part of a team of Trustee's and responsible for your area of expertise, which requires an experienced leader of people.

The trustee will be responsible for:

• Generating new partnerships with corporate sponsors

• Engaging with internal stakeholders

• Generating ideas and project plans to source funds

• Planning and executing fundraising events from one day events to long partnerships.

Full training on trustee role is provided by the national RSPCA, all other skills must be brought by the applicant.

• You will need to have experience in creating partnerships with corporate sponsors- Essential

• You will need to have led teams to generate funds from various sources for a charity -Essential

• You will have been directly responsible for planning events to raise funds – Essential

Our voluntary roles are subject to an informal interview and trial period. We will ask you to provide contact details for two referees, and dependent on the position, you may need to sign an agreement and undergo specific training before starting the role.

Great opportunity to join a friendly, supportaive local team where you can make a real difference.

As well as fulfilling the duties of a Trustee, the Treasurer maintains an overview of South Kent Mind’s financial affairs. The Treasurer ensures that effective and appropriate financial measures, controls and procedures are put in place and reports to the Board’s quarterly meetings about the financial health of the organisation.

Roles and Responsibilities:

Ø  Overseeing the presentation of budgets, internal management accounts and annual financial statements to the Board of Trustees quarterly meetings.

Ø  Ensuring that proper accounting records are kept, and that appropriate accounting procedures and controls are in place.

Ø  Ensuring that robust and comprehensive financial policies are in place and being implemented, and supporting the development of policies covering financial reserves, and cost management.

Ø  Monitoring and advising on the financial viability of the charity.

Ø  Overseeing financial controls and adherence to systems, regularly liaising with Chief Executive.

Ø  Advising on the financial implications of the charity’s strategic plan, including overseeing the charity’s financial risk-management process

Ø  Ensuring investments and assets are maximised.

Ø  Lead on the appointment of and liaison with external auditors.

Ø  Oversee the development and implementation of systems for appraising, mitigating and reporting corporate risk.

Ø  Ensuring that the accounts are prepared and disclosed in the form required by relevant statutory bodies, for example, the Charity Commission and/or the Registrar of Companies.

Ø  Keeping the board informed about its financial duties and responsibilities and liaising with the Chief Executive to develop the financial understanding of the Board of Trustees.

Ø  Chairing the Board’s Finance & Risk Subcommittee

 What we are looking for

Ø  A finance professional with extensive experience and a background in finance and accounting. A knowledge of charity finance is an advantage. Otherwise, an enthusiasm to learn, drawing from sound commercial experience and an understanding of SMEs.

Ø  A strategic thinker with an ability to balance risk and opportunity.

Ø  Clear communicator with the ability to bring the financial information alive to non-finance specialists.

Ø  Experience of being a trustee is an advantage.

Ø  Willing to play an active role in areas such as forecasting, setting budgets, liaising with auditors.

Ø  Strong business acumen.

Ø  Experience of being a trustee is an advantage

Ø  The available time to play a meaningful and active role in the financial processes and decision-making of the charity.

In addition to the above, the Treasurer will also have the responsibilities and qualities of all trustees:

Responsibilities of all trustees

Ø   Support and provide advice on South Kent Mind’s purpose, vision, goals and activities.

Ø   Approve operational strategies and policies and monitor and evaluate their implementation.

Ø   Oversee South Kent Mind’s financial plans and budgets and monitor and evaluate progress.

Ø   Ensure the effective and efficient administration of the organisation.

Ø   Ensure that key risks are being identified, monitored and controlled effectively.

Ø  Review and approve South Kent Mind’s financial statements.

Ø   Provide support to South Kent Mind’s CEO in the exercise of their delegated authority and affairs.

Ø  Keep abreast of changes in South Kent Mind’s operating environment.

Ø   Contribute to regular reviews of South Kent Mind’s s own governance.

Ø   Attend Board meetings, adequately prepared to contribute to discussions.

Ø   Use independent judgment, acting legally and in good faith to promote and protect South Kent Mind’s interests, to the exclusion of their own personal and/or any third-party interests.

Ø   Contribute to the broader promotion of South Kent Mind’s objects, aims and reputation by applying your skills, expertise, knowledge and contacts.

Trustees will need to be actively involved beyond Board meetings. This may involve scrutinising board papers, leading discussions, focusing on key issues, providing advice and guidance on new initiatives, presenting externally, or other issues in which the trustee has special expertise.

Attributes and qualities

 We are looking for people willing to bring energy, enthusiasm, time and commitment to the role, and who will broaden the diversity of thinking on our board.

 Personal skills and qualities

Ø   Willingness and ability to understand and accept their responsibilities and liabilities as trustees and to act in the best interests of the organisation.

Ø   Ability to think creatively and strategically, exercise good, independent judgement and work effectively as a board member.

Ø   Effective communication skills and willingness to participate actively in discussion.

Ø   A strong personal commitment to equity, diversity and inclusion.

Ø   Enthusiasm for our vision and mission.

Ø   Willingness to lead according to our values and ethos (attached).

Ø  Commitment to Nolan’s seven principles of public life: selflessness, integrity.

The Trustees are looking for a new Chair to replace Mark Street, who will retire at the end of his fixed term period at our October AGM.

The Trustees are looking for a forward thinking and inclusive Chair to help lead us on our journey, who can combine leadership skills with an urgency to achieve the Trust’s strategic goals and the drive to support ongoing organisational development.

Experience of conservation is not essential. More important is an understanding of governance and of the charity sector, an ability to see the strategic picture and harness the skills of talented Trustees to provide support at the appropriate strategic level to the Executive Team.

There will be support available from individual chairs of other Wildlife Trusts and also through the wider Wildlife Trust Federation (RSWT) Chairs Community of Practice Group.

The role

• This is a voluntary position to lead the Trustee Board in ensuring that it fulfils its responsibilities for the governance of the organisation by ensuring that the organisation acts in accordance with its constitution, the Charity Commission Code of Practice and by managing its activities.
• To work in partnership with the Chief Executive helping them to achieve the Trust’s strategic goals, and with the Board of Trustees ensure appropriate line management of the CEO.
• To optimise the relationship between the Council and staff/volunteers; and between WWT and The Wildlife Trusts.
• To attend all board meetings plus RSWT events such as open days, conferences and leaders days where appropriate.

Key priorities for chair during tenure

• To support the CEO and Executive Team in the successful implementation of the Strategy to 2030 in Wiltshire.
• To line manage the CEO including objective setting and regular 1-2-1's.
• To maintain and nurture our standing and relationships within The Wildlife Trusts and with other key partners.
• To drive forward becoming a truly inclusive and diverse organisation, supporting our internal development but also reaching out to new audiences and allies.

For full details about the role and information on how to apply, please see read our appointment brief.

We are looking to appoint two new trustees to our Board of Trustees.

As an appointed trustee, you will also have the opportunity to become an office holder as the Board will be looking to elect to a new posts, including to the role of Chair, in the near future.

We invite any eligible person interested to apply for the role. The trustees we appoint do not necessarily have to have a finance or charity sector background in order to apply.

We are looking for an understanding of the charity sector and finance, but you may have gleaned this in an unrelated professional field or role. We value diversity and believe everyone has a valuable contribution to make. 

For more information, please take a look at our recruitment pack (pdf).

The application deadline is Midday, 29 July 2024, with interviews to be arranged during August and early September. Appointments will be confirmed in October 2024.

Founded in 2005, the Royal Air Force Charitable Trust (RAFCT) is the parent charity of the world-renowned Royal International Air Tattoo (RIAT), the biggest military airshow in the world.  All of the profits from the show go to RAFCT, to support its purpose of inspiring young people to careers in air, space and technology, and to promote the RAF.

This is an exciting time to join our Board of Trustees to help shape our growing ambitions as we expand our reach to 500,000 STEM interactions with young people a year from 2026.

Specific role

We are seeking a Trustee with a Finance specialism to join our Board of Trustees. This individual would provide oversight of our financial affairs, ensure that our plans are sustainable and that our charitable operations are suitably assured.

• Professional accounting, finance or similar qualification with a strong track record of financial management and reporting.
• Knowledge and understanding of financial planning and budgeting and best practice in this area. An understanding of the voluntary/charity sector, along with knowledge of the financial framework for charities would be helpful.
• Strategic financial thinking with experience in establishing and setting out strategic goals and direction in organisations.
• Ability to identify and translate financial risks and opportunities, to enable the board to make informed decisions.
• A track record of commitment to promoting equality, diversity and inclusion.
• An understanding and acceptance of the legal duties, responsibilities and liabilities of Trusteeship.

We are looking for someone who has the time to commit to four Board Meetings annually, usually held in our offices at Douglas Bader House, Fairford, an additional four virtual meetings plus the RIAT weekend in July each year. This is a voluntary role, but all reasonable out-of-pocket expenses will be reimbursed. If you are interested and would like to discuss the position, please contactt

Volunteer Mystery Shopper – can you help?

The Hospice Lottery Partnership runs a weekly lottery in support of local charities such as: Florence Nightingale Hospice Charity in Aylesbury, Michael Sobell Hospice Charity in Northwood, Rennie Grove Hospice Care in Buckinghamshire and West Hertfordshire, South Bucks Hospice in High Wycombe, and The Hospice of St Francis in Berkhamsted.

Mystery shopping is a form of market research work, that requires an individual to play the role of a genuine customer and report their experience back to us.

We are looking for someone with a good level of literacy and a great memory that could spare a few hours a week visiting our Fundraisers at local retail stores and medical centres to provide feedback on a Fundraisers performance and the overall perception of the experience. In essence, how you would rate the service you received during your experience?

“I volunteer with The Hospice Lottery; I always have a few hours spare each week and it’s lovely to feel that I am helping such a worthy cause.”  Diana Hewitt, Office Volunteer.

Volunteer Telephone Welcome Agent, can you help?

The Hospice Lottery Partnership runs a weekly lottery in support of local charities such as: Florence Nightingale Hospice Charity in Aylesbury, Michael Sobell Hospice Charity in Northwood, Rennie Grove Hospice Care in Buckinghamshire and West Hertfordshire, South Bucks Hospice in High Wycombe, and The Hospice of St Francis in Berkhamsted.

We are looking for someone that could spare a few hours a week at our office based in Tring to help welcome new players to the weekly lottery.

The role involves thanking players for their support of our partner charities, checking their details are correct, and providing them with the opportunity to ask any questions.

If you have a warm personality, would enjoy the company of a small and friendly team with copious supply of tea and biscuits, then we would love to hear from you!

What we're looking for:

· An ability to represent The Hospice Lottery and our partner charities appropriately and enthusiastically.

· A warm personality with the ability to engage with supporters on the phone.

· Excellent communicator and people skills.

· Knowledge of Microsoft Word and Excel is required.

What you can gain from this opportunity:

· Being part of an enthusiastic and supportive team.

· Have a rewarding experience helping us to raise money for local charities.

Opportunity details:

· Where: Tring, Hertfordshire.

· Hours: 2-3 hours per week.

· When: Tuesday/Thursdays 

“I volunteer with The Hospice Lottery; I always have a few hours spare each week and it’s lovely to feel that I am helping such a worthy cause. Plus, there’s always a supply of biscuits on offer!” Diana Hewitt, Office Volunteer.

Canterbury Food Bank, one of the largest charities of its kind in the UK, is recruiting new trustees.

The food bank was set up over a decade ago with an objective to end hunger and tackle poverty. 

We’ve made a start, but we’ve still got a long way to go.

Last year the charity provided enough food to make 132,000 meals for people in the district who are suffering financial hardship.

Trustees have overall control of the charity and are responsible for making sure it's doing what it was set up to do. They are volunteers and have board meetings once a month.

Previous trustee experience is not necessary. Lived experience of poverty, volunteering, community involvement and passion are as valued as work-based knowledge and skills

Interested?

Please take a look at the broader explanation on our website.