Health / Medical Volunteer Roles

Trustee – Join our Board!  

Are you looking for a new challenge? Are you passionate about work that directly impacts families? If so, join this friendly and ambitious board and make a difference to those affected by chronic granulomatous disorder. 

About the Role 

Being a Trustee for the CGD Society means you will use your skills and experience to support our charity, ensure we are achieving our aims and we are working towards our goals and mission. All Trustees are jointly responsible for any decisions made as well as defining and overseeing our strategy.

You will work closely with our dedicated staff to ensure the organisation operates effectively, efficiently and economically, with a culture that is positive, and focused on the needs of those it serves. 

As well as attending Board meetings, Trustees are encouraged to join a subcommittee and use their skills to assist our staff and maximise effort in a specific area. Our current subcommittees cover Governance, Finance, Fundraising, Community and Medical. 

To learn more about the CGD Society and understand the role and responsibilities of a Trustee in more detail, please read our attached recruitment pack. 

About You 

We are seeking individuals who are collaborative, self-motivated and passionate about work that makes a difference. Those seeking a new challenge and enjoy innovative problem-solving will flourish in this role.

Our Trustees bring a range of skills and expertise to the charity. Right now, we are ideally seeking individuals with the following backgrounds:  

• Lived experience with CGD or a rare disease 

• Finance, Governance and Legal expertise, preferably within a charitable context, to provide essential guidance.

• Fundraising proficiency, including grant writing abilities and corporate to enhance income diversification.

• Proficiency in Information Technology, digital platforms, and digital marketing

• Representation from the healthcare sector ideally in Rare Disease to enrich our understanding of healthcare delivery in the UK.

• Marketing, Digital and IT to maximize the utilization of our assets. 

Whilst these skills are desirable, we would like to hear from anyone who is interested in this role. A successful Trustee will be able to draw on a diverse range of technical and soft skills as well as their knowledge and passion.

Benefits

As well as supporting the charity and members of the CGD community, we will provide you with opportunities to grow and develop. For example:

• Develop new professional and personal skills: Our current Board of Trustees have learnt skills such as strategic thinking, using data, problem solving and charity governance. Many of our Trustees remarked that it was valuable to be pushed out of their comfort zone and how this has built their confidence.

• A rare opportunity to work alongside, and learn from, a variety of individuals from a range of backgrounds: This includes those working in healthcare, finance, technology, as well as those from different walks of life and individuals who have been personally affected by CGD. 

• Take on a new challenge: There are a number of challenges facing small charities as well as the wider rare diseases community, for example fundraising during a cost-of-living crisis and connecting with our members after the pandemic. Considering new and innovative approaches to these issues is crucial. 

• A selfless and rewarding role: Given the under-represented nature of rare diseases, as well as the challenges surrounding research, diagnosis and treatment, the work of charities like the CGD Society is crucial. We can sometimes be a family’s only support network during these difficult times, giving a sense of purpose and value to all that we do. You will feel the warmth and gratitude from our community for your work with us.

How to Apply 

Please send your CV with a covering letter describing your reasons and motivation for applying, through the Quick Apply portal. We will get back to you within a few days to agree the next steps. 

Our client is the UK’s patient charity for people living with sickle cell disorder. We believe that people living with the condition have the right to quality care. Sickle cell disorder affects around 17,500 people and is the UK’s fastest growing genetic condition.

We support and represent people, patients and families affected by sickle cell disorder to improve their overall quality of life. Our aim is to support those living with sickle cell, empowering them to achieve their full potential. 

Role: Chair 
Location: Hybrid – Online/London (every quarter)
Time Commitment: 2 days per month, with additional ambassadorial opportunities
Renumeration: Reasonable expenses such as travel or childcare may be claimed

As our next Chair, you will have a unique opportunity to build on our 40-year legacy to improve the lives of individuals living with sickle cell disorder. Through advocacy, support, and awareness-raising, we’ve made significant progress in amplifying the voices of the sickle cell community and driving change in healthcare policy and practice. Working closely with the Board of Trustees, Chief Executive, and staff, you will help shape our future strategy and ensure we continue to deliver meaningful impact for those we serve. 

For the Chair we are seeking a strategic thinker who brings:

• Clear passion and commitment to the charity, its strategic objectives and cause 
• Experience of operating at a senior strategic leadership level
• Experience of charity governance and working with or as part of a Board of Trustees 
• The ability to act as an ambassador for the sickle cell cause and the charity

If you are interested in supporting people living with sickle cell disorder, please see further information via the dedicated microsite by clicking 'Apply via Website'.

Recruitment Timetable:

Deadline for applications: 17th February    

 
Interviews with Prospectus: w/c 24th February

Interviews with Sickle Cell Society: w/c 10th March

At St John Ambulance, we are looking to develop our volunteering offer and become an even more integral part of our communities through delivering community first aid and education. 

We need people who have a passion for helping others, care about their communities and want to make a difference, supporting them to become safe and more resilient by sharing your first aid skills and knowledge. As a Community First Aider, you’ll deliver first aid to those in need through local events, as well as provide education to the public so that the ripple effect of First Aid grows.

Through supporting the growth of community partnerships, you will bring people along to our cause, growing our membership and fundraising base and spreading the message that First Aid Saves Lives. 

Through volunteering as a Community First Aider, you’ll get a huge sense of satisfaction and pride delivering an essential service. It’s great for you, great for your community and great for our nation, and it requires only a small commitment of your time. 

We will make sure you will have access to a proper induction to volunteering with SJA and the training you need for the role you take on. We will also provide you with a supportive environment while you are volunteering with us. Information about our volunteer roles are included in the role descriptions. What you can expect from SJA, and what we expect from those who volunteer with us, is included in the volunteer charter.

If you are successful you will need to undertake induction & training for role at these dates:
Welcome Event (Induction) -  08/04/2025 
Training for role - 10/03/2025 details of course including dates, time & venue.

Closing date for these opportunities is: 01/03/2025

Volunteer Opportunity: Administration Volunteer (Flexible, London-based)

Are you looking for a flexible volunteering role that makes a real difference to the lives of people affected by ovarian cancer? Join our dedicated and friendly team at Ovacome and help us provide vital support to our community.

About Ovacome: Ovacome has been providing support and information to people affected by ovarian cancer since 1996. We run a wide range of services including a support line, peer support groups, awareness campaigns, and health and wellbeing events across the UK. Guided by the voices of our service users, we strive to ensure that anyone affected by ovarian cancer – whether living with a diagnosis, concerned about their risk, supporting a loved one, or working as a healthcare professional – feels heard, informed and part of a compassionate and empowering community.

About the Role: We are seeking an Administration Volunteer to support our London office and help us ensure our services run smoothly. This flexible role involves assisting with a variety of administrative tasks that are crucial to the success of our charity.

Your Tasks Will Include:

• Assisting with post, including information and awareness material orders and shop orders
• Assisting with information mailouts to major cancer centres across the UK, including promotion of information resources and our events
• General office administration, such as preparing event packs and welcome packs for our new members, scanning, shredding and data entry
• Assisting with research tasks across departments

What We’re Looking For:

• Friendly, compassionate and reliable
• Good attention to detail
• Good communication skills
• Good organisational and time management skills
• Basic computer skills are a plus (training can be given)
• An interest in Ovacome and our work, and enthusiasm to help us provide vital support to the ovarian cancer community
• No previous experience required – just a positive attitude, eagerness to help and willingness to learn new skills!

Why Volunteer with Ovacome?

• Make a tangible difference to the lives of people affected by ovarian cancer
• Gain valuable office and administration experience and learn new skills
• Work in a supportive and inclusive team environment
• Flexible hours with the opportunity to volunteer from our central London office
• Be part of a charity that values the voices of those we serve
• Reimbursement of travel, meals and other agreed out of pocket expenses

When Am I Needed? We know that life can be busy, so we’ve made sure that volunteering with us is super flexible. You can join us at our office any time Monday to Friday between 9am and 5pm, and we’re happy to work around your schedule. Plus, if you prefer something more hands-on, we offer the chance to volunteer at in-person events across the UK – perfect if you enjoy getting out and about!

Please note that we can only offer this role to over 18s, and this volunteer role is based at our London office, so we can only offer this role to those who live in the UK and are London-based.

At St John Ambulance, we are looking to develop our volunteering offer and become an even more integral part of our communities through delivering community first aid and education. 

We need people who have a passion for helping others, care about their communities and want to make a difference, supporting them to become safe and more resilient by sharing your first aid skills and knowledge. As a Community First Aider, you’ll deliver first aid to those in need through local events, as well as provide education to the public so that the ripple effect of First Aid grows.

Through supporting the growth of community partnerships, you will bring people along to our cause, growing our membership and fundraising base and spreading the message that First Aid Saves Lives. 

Through volunteering as a Community First Aider, you’ll get a huge sense of satisfaction and pride delivering an essential service. It’s great for you, great for your community and great for our nation, and it requires only a small commitment of your time. 

We will make sure you will have access to a proper induction to volunteering with SJA and the training you need for the role you take on. We will also provide you with a supportive environment while you are volunteering with us. Information about our volunteer roles are included in the role descriptions. What you can expect from SJA, and what we expect from those who volunteer with us, is included in the volunteer charter.

If you are successful you will need to undertake induction & training for role at these dates:
Welcome Event (Induction) - 15th March 2025 held at Croydon.
Training for role - CFA course held at Croydon over the weekend of 12-13 April.

Closing date for these opportunities is: 28/02/2025

Join Our Pilgrims Hospices

Bookshop Volunteer Team!

Do you have a love for books and a passion for making a difference? Our charity is looking
for volunteers to help us sort, price and organise donated books-all to support our hospice care and provide comfort for families in need.

What You'll Do: As a volunteer you'll help sort through incredible
donations, uncover hidden literary gems, and prepare them for our shops - all while working with a fantastic, supportive team:

Why Join?: Every book you help organise contributes to funding our compassionate hospice services providing vital support and care to
those who need it most.
Flexible Hours: Whether you can lend a hand for a few hours a week or a couple of days, we welcome all helping hands!
Where: Burgate, Canterbury
Interested? Message us to learn more about joining our volunteer family!
Help us bring comfort through the power of books. Join us in making a real impact, one page at a time!

At St John Ambulance, we are looking to develop our volunteering offer and become an even more integral part of our communities through delivering community first aid and education. 

We need people who have a passion for helping others, care about their communities and want to make a difference, supporting them to become safe and more resilient by sharing your first aid skills and knowledge. As a Community First Aider, you’ll deliver first aid to those in need through local events, as well as provide education to the public so that the ripple effect of First Aid grows.

Through supporting the growth of community partnerships, you will bring people along to our cause, growing our membership and fundraising base and spreading the message that First Aid Saves Lives. 

Through volunteering as a Community First Aider, you’ll get a huge sense of satisfaction and pride delivering an essential service. It’s great for you, great for your community and great for our nation, and it requires only a small commitment of your time. 

We will make sure you will have access to a proper induction to volunteering with SJA and the training you need for the role you take on. We will also provide you with a supportive environment while you are volunteering with us. Information about our volunteer roles are included in the role descriptions. What you can expect from SJA, and what we expect from those who volunteer with us, is included in the volunteer charter.

If you are successful you will need to undertake induction & training for role at these dates:
Welcome Event (Induction) - 15/04/2025.
Closing date for these opportunities is: 15/02/2025

To apply for this opportunity please follow the link below:

At St John Ambulance, we are looking to develop our volunteering offer and become an even more integral part of our communities through delivering community first aid and education. 

We need people who have a passion for helping others, care about their communities and want to make a difference, supporting them to become safe and more resilient by sharing your first aid skills and knowledge. As a Community First Aider, you’ll deliver first aid to those in need through local events, as well as provide education to the public so that the ripple effect of First Aid grows.

Through supporting the growth of community partnerships, you will bring people along to our cause, growing our membership and fundraising base and spreading the message that First Aid Saves Lives. 

Through volunteering as a Community First Aider, you’ll get a huge sense of satisfaction and pride delivering an essential service. It’s great for you, great for your community and great for our nation, and it requires only a small commitment of your time. 

We will make sure you will have access to a proper induction to volunteering with SJA and the training you need for the role you take on. We will also provide you with a supportive environment while you are volunteering with us. Information about our volunteer roles are included in the role descriptions. What you can expect from SJA, and what we expect from those who volunteer with us, is included in the volunteer charter.

We will be running a number of information events locally and these are:
We are looking to run a volunteering selection session on:
- 01/03/2025.

If you are successful you will need to undertake induction & training for role at these dates:
Welcome Event (Induction) - 01/05/2025 to June 2025 in Marylebone.
 

Closing date for these opportunities is: 01/03/2025

To apply for this opportunity please follow the link below:

At St John Ambulance, we are looking to develop our volunteering offer and become an even more integral part of our communities through delivering community first aid and education. 

We need people who have a passion for helping others, care about their communities and want to make a difference, supporting them to become safe and more resilient by sharing your first aid skills and knowledge. As a Community First Aider, you’ll deliver first aid to those in need through local events, as well as provide education to the public so that the ripple effect of First Aid grows.

Through supporting the growth of community partnerships, you will bring people along to our cause, growing our membership and fundraising base and spreading the message that First Aid Saves Lives. 

Through volunteering as a Community First Aider, you’ll get a huge sense of satisfaction and pride delivering an essential service. It’s great for you, great for your community and great for our nation, and it requires only a small commitment of your time. 

We will make sure you will have access to a proper induction to volunteering with SJA and the training you need for the role you take on. We will also provide you with a supportive environment while you are volunteering with us. Information about our volunteer roles are included in the role descriptions. What you can expect from SJA, and what we expect from those who volunteer with us, is included in the volunteer charter.

We are looking to run a volunteering selection and interviews of potential candidates session on:
01/02/2025- 01/03/2025

If you are successful you will need to undertake Interviews and induction for role at these dates:

-Interviews will be held throughout February and March 2025 at SJA Barnet.
-Welcome Event (Induction): 01/04/2025- 01/05/2025.
 

Closing date: 01/03/2025

To apply for this opportunity please follow the link below:

At St John Ambulance, we are looking to develop our volunteering offer and become an even more integral part of our communities through delivering community first aid and education. 

We need people who have a passion for helping others, care about their communities and want to make a difference, supporting them to become safe and more resilient by sharing your first aid skills and knowledge. As a Community First Aider, you’ll deliver first aid to those in need through local events, as well as provide education to the public so that the ripple effect of First Aid grows.

Through supporting the growth of community partnerships, you will bring people along to our cause, growing our membership and fundraising base and spreading the message that First Aid Saves Lives. 

Through volunteering as a Community First Aider, you’ll get a huge sense of satisfaction and pride delivering an essential service. It’s great for you, great for your community and great for our nation, and it requires only a small commitment of your time. 

We will make sure you will have access to a proper induction to volunteering with SJA and the training you need for the role you take on. We will also provide you with a supportive environment while you are volunteering with us. Information about our volunteer roles are included in the role descriptions. What you can expect from SJA, and what we expect from those who volunteer with us, is included in the volunteer charter.

We are looking to run a volunteering selection session on:
-  February to April 2025, in Hayes/Ruislip

If you are successful you will need to undertake induction & training for role at these dates:
Welcome Event (Induction) - March to June 2025, in Hayes/Ruislip.
 

Closing date for these opportunities is: 01/03/2025

To apply for this opportunity please follow the link below:

Join Our Pilgrims Hospices Book Sorting Team!

Do you have a love for books and a passion for making a difference? Our charity warehouse is looking
for volunteers to help us sort and organise donated books-all to support our hospice care and provide comfort for families in need.

What You'll Do: As a volunteer you'll help sort through incredible
donations, uncover hidden literary gems, and prepare them for our shops - all while working with a fantastic, supportive team:

Why Join?: Every book you help organise contributes to funding our compassionate hospice services providing vital support and care to
those who need it most.
Flexible Hours: Whether you can lend a hand for a few hours a week or a couple of days, we welcome all helping hands!
Where: Margate (Tivoli Brooks)
Interested? Contact us to learn more about joining our volunteer family!
Help us bring comfort through the power of books. Join us in making a real impact, one page at a time!

At St John Ambulance, we are looking to develop our volunteering offer and become an even more integral part of our communities through delivering community first aid and education. 

We need people who have a passion for helping others, care about their communities and want to make a difference. Through volunteering as an Emergency Responder, you’ll get a huge sense of satisfaction and pride delivering essential first aid and lifesaving clinical care at community and major events in your areas, including at sporting events, concerts, community festivals.

We will make sure you will have access to a proper induction to volunteering with SJA and the training you need for the role you take on. We will also provide you with a supportive environment while you are volunteering with us. Information about our volunteer roles are included in the role descriptions. What you can expect from SJA, and what we expect from those who volunteer with us, is included in the volunteer charter.

We will be running a number of information events locally and these are:

• We will host a series of enrolment events between the 7th of January and 14th of February in-person in central Liverpool. 

If you are successful you will need to undertake induction & training for role at these dates:

• Welcome Event (Induction) - 14/02/2025

Closing date for these opportunities is: 28/02/2025

To apply for this opportunity please follow the link below:

We're seeking trustees to join our board as we launch an exciting new phase of growth and development. Can you use your skills, networks and enthusiasm to help us make an amazing impact on cancer services in our region?

Lingen Davies Cancer Fund is here to enhance cancer services and improve lives in Shropshire, Telford and Wrekin, and Mid Wales. We raise funds and deliver services to support our three key aims of:

– Improving cancer symptom awareness and early diagnosis rates

– Supporting excellent cancer services, locally

– Helping people to live well with and beyond cancer

Launched in 1979, Lingen Davies was formed to bring cancer services to our region for the first time. As we head towards our 50th anniversary, we are more impactful than ever, funding high-spec medical equipment, rehab and wellbeing programmes and the highly regarded Cancer Champions project, improving cancer awareness across the region.

We are a dynamic, creative and highly effective charity, with deep roots in the communities that we serve. We are looking for a number of new trustees to join our Board as we embark on our next exciting stage of development.

First and foremost, we want our new trustees to have a genuine interest in the charity and a desire to support our aims, objectives and development.

We are particularly keen to recruit trustees with the following specific skills and experiences:
 Fundraising and/or Business Development: Proven ability to fundraise and cultivate relationships with potential donors, funders, and partners.
 PR & Marketing: Able to lend your expertise to help us grow and develop our presence across the region.
 Legal Expertise: Ideally in current, or recent, practice.
 Finance & Governance: Experience in financial oversight, governance, and strategic planning.
 People who have lived experience of cancer, or supporting someone with cancer
 People living, or with significant contacts in, Telford or Mid Wales

We will be holding two informal events for prospective candidates to meet trustees and staff and find out more about the role on the following dates:

Wednesday 29th January 6.30-8.30pm | Thursday 6th February 5.00-7.00pm

Both of these sessions will take place at the Hamar Centre, Royal Shrewsbury Hospital, Mytton Oak Road, Shrewsbury, SY3 8XQ.

At St John Ambulance, we are looking to develop our volunteering offer and become an even more integral part of our communities through delivering community first aid and education. 

We need people who have a passion for helping others, care about their communities and want to make a difference, supporting them to become safe and more resilient by sharing your first aid skills and knowledge. As a Community First Aider, you’ll deliver first aid to those in need through local events, as well as provide education to the public so that the ripple effect of First Aid grows.

Through supporting the growth of community partnerships, you will bring people along to our cause, growing our membership and fundraising base and spreading the message that First Aid Saves Lives. 

Through volunteering as a Community First Aider, you’ll get a huge sense of satisfaction and pride delivering an essential service. It’s great for you, great for your community and great for our nation, and it requires only a small commitment of your time. 

We will make sure you will have access to a proper induction to volunteering with SJA and the training you need for the role you take on. We will also provide you with a supportive environment while you are volunteering with us. Information about our volunteer roles are included in the role descriptions. What you can expect from SJA, and what we expect from those who volunteer with us, is included in the volunteer charter.

Interviews will be held on 23rd February 2025

If you are successful you will need to undertake induction & training for role dates are to be confirmed
 

Closing date for these opportunities is: 17th February 2025