Volunteer Roles

Replenishment and Merchandising Volunteer -  New Volunteer Oppportunity in Acorn's Children's Hospice Superstore - Recently Opened 

The Role 

Acorns have a network of shops across the West Midlands that generate a substantial level of income to enable us to care for children and their families. Our empowered Replenishment and Merchandising Volunteers support the team by replenishing stock on the shop floor and by merchandising it in an eye catching and engaging fashion.

How much time will it take? 

Our shops are open Monday to Saturday (some open on Sundays too), 9am to 5pm. You can volunteer the hours that suit you, but ideally we’ll need you to be available for at least 3 hours per week. 

Why volunteer at Acorns? 

• To help a local charity 
• To make a difference in your local community
•  To connect with like minded people and make new friends
•  Boost your CV 
• Opportunities to progress to other roles 
• All training will be provided

Am I right for the job?

For this role, you'll need to:

• Be welcoming and friendly 
• Have a good eye for merchandising 
•  Be a team player that thinks of others 
• Be sensitive to the needs of our customers/donators

Become our new Communications Volunteer Assistant

We have an exciting new volunteering opportunity to work as part of a small Communications team. This is a part-time role, working either in our office or remotely, for 7.5 hours per week. It can be done over the course of a day or spread out across the week.

The role involves a wide range of exciting tasks, including:

• Producing and editing blog posts on our websites
• Support with planning, scheduling and producing social media content
• Helping with in-person and online events, including promotional activity
• Contributing to digital and print newsletters for our various projects

Desirable skills and qualities needed for the role include good written and verbal communications. Knowledge of social media platforms and tools like WordPress and Mailchimp is desirable, although training will be provided to use them if needed.

Other free training will be provided, including on advocacy and safeguarding adults and children.

Support provided

As Communications Volunteer Assistant, you will be supported by our Communications and Network Officer in regular catchups and supervisions. You will also be able to get support from other members of our wider Central Services team, as well as access to any additional training you might need.

Your travel expenses will be covered by The Advonet Group. In addition, when working in the office, we will provide you a lunch voucher to use at Café Leep. If working at an external venue e.g. for an event, costs for food of up to £5 will be reimbursed.

Apply now!

More detailed information about this role is available by clicking on this link: Comms Assistant. On there, you will find links to a detailed Role Description and our Volunteer Application Form. Please read the former and then complete the latter if you would like to apply.

Once the form is completed, please email it to Luke Aylward, Communications and Network Officer. Please also contact Luke for a more detailed chat about the role, or if you have any questions.  

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.

Shop Volunteering Opportunities

Faversham

Our shops are at the heart of local communities raising vital funds for our fight against homelessness and bad housing - and they’re powered by our volunteers!

Suggested Involvement: It’s up to you! We have volunteers who support for one hour a week and others who volunteer more. Many people volunteer for a morning or an afternoon each week, but we’ll have a chat about your availability after you’ve applied.

Availability: The shop is open Monday - Saturday 09:00-17:00 and Sunday 10:00-17:00. 

Location: Shop in Faversham, ME13 7AL

Supervised by: Community Shop Manager/Assistant Manager

Why volunteer with Shelter? 

Home is a human right. It's our foundation and it's where we thrive. Yet, every day millions of people are being devastated by the housing emergency.

We exist to defend the right to a safe home. Because home is everything.

We’re passionate about what we do, and love giving second-hand clothing a chance of going to a good home. Our shop teams ensure fighting the housing emergency never felt so fun. 

What can I do?

After you’ve filled in an application, we will invite you for an informal chat to find the right role for you. Some roles involve a basic criminal record check being completed during recruitment. Having a criminal record does not mean that you cannot volunteer with us, but it may impact the ways you can get involved.

• Volunteering in the shop

Our retail volunteers are in the middle of it all, and there’s plenty to get involved with. You might be sorting stock, engaging with customers, ringing items through the till, creating fantastic window displays or keeping our shop floor looking organised.

- You will not undergo a criminal record check for this role  

• Volunteering in a leadership role

Our volunteer supervisors help with overseeing the running of our shop and creating a fantastic environment for our customers. You may be involved with coordinating and supporting other volunteers, operating computer systems, and being a key point of contact for the shop.

Skills and Experiences Required:

We welcome applications from people with a wide range of skills and experiences. You don’t need to have volunteered or worked in a shop before as full training will be provided. What’s important to us is that you are a team player, open to learning and willing to follow Shelter’s policies and can be an excellent ambassador for Shelter. We particularly welcome applications from people with lived experience of bad housing or homelessness.

Induction, Learning and Development:

To enable you to take part in this opportunity Shelter will:

• Welcome you with a Volunteer Handbook
• Provide training, induction, and ongoing support from your Shop Manager to help you feel confident in your role
• Refund any out-of-pocket expenses in line with Shelter’s volunteer expenses policy

Benefits of volunteering with Shelter…

• Supporting Shelter in our fight against bad housing and homelessness
• Gain valuable experience in a retail environment
• Getting involved in your local community and being part of a great team
• Build your confidence and develop transferable skills

We aim to respond to all applications within 14 days

If you would like to find out more about the volunteering opportunity before applying, why not pop into the shop, or contact the shop manager.

Tanzania Development Trust - Recruitment of Two New Trustees

Tanzania Development Trust 
 
Tanzania Development Trust (TDT) has been helping to lift people out of poverty in rural areas in Tanzania for almost 50 years. The demand for our services continues to grow, so we need additional Trustees who can help us expand and strengthen our own delivery capacity.

TDT sponsors 40-50 small rural development projects p.a., mainly in the areas of clean water, girls' education and small income generating activities. It also has longer-term partnerships with four flagship projects: a school for teenage mothers; community development through the training in sustainable agriculture and the provision of clean water; vocational training for profoundly deaf adolescents; and integrated infrastructure development in a remote village.    

Its primary function is fundraising, although it provides general project management and business advice where appropriate. Around half of its income comes from individual donors, and half from Trusts & Foundations. It helps villagers in Tanzania who lack the capacity and language skills to present their projects to international donors, conducting project appraisals and monitoring project outcomes on their behalf. The projects are implemented by the villagers themselves, or by small local contractors.

TDT is run entirely by volunteers (17 regular volunteers in the UK and 16 local representatives in Tanzania). It has no paid staff, premises or overheads, so 100% of all money raised goes directly to projects in Tanzania.

The demand is enormous so we are looking for additional Trustees who can help us to grow by identifying potential donors, increasing awareness of our activities, and strengthening our project selection and monitoring procedures.

The work we do is immensely rewarding. You would be joining an organisation that is growing and adapting to meet the needs of a changing world, where helping poor people to help themselves is of great importance.

Job description
 
We are looking for additional Trustees who can help us to grow by identifying potential donors, increasing awareness of our activities, and strengthening our project selection and monitoring procedures.

We would like at least one of the new Trustees to help us with fund-raising by piloting more innovative and creative approaches. Experience of living or working in Tanzania is not essential, but to improve the Board’s racial diversity we would like at least one of the new Trustees to be of Tanzanian origin or have strong connections with East Africa.

The Trustees will be expected to provide direction and guidance to our volunteers in fund-raising, project appraisal and monitoring & evaluation work, and come up with new ideas about how to help our beneficiaries more effectively. 

They must be willing to use their contacts and networking skills to increase awareness of our work, generate additional income and build strong partnerships with other organisations working in the same areas.

They will be conscious of changing opportunities for the rural poor in the mobile phone era, and able to think constructively about how we can use our projects to build capacity amongst our beneficiaries.

We would also welcome objective analysis of how to improve our own operations.

The position will involve around 20-40 hours of unpaid work p.a., mainly preparing for and attending Board meetings, and undertaking any necessary follow-up work.  Our Board meetings, and the vast majority of our other meetings, are held on-line.   Trustees wanting to add any additional functions to their work as Trustees will welcome to do so. 

Application process

If you would like to know more, please email Janet Chapman, Chair of TDT, for an Information Pack.

If you are still interested, please send her your CV together with a covering note setting out why you are interested in this position.

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.

Brooke is an international animal welfare organisation dedicated to improving the lives of working horses, donkeys and mules and the communities that de­pend on them.

Working across South Asia, Africa and Central America we reach over 1.4 million animals and 1.1million owners annually, with millions more benefiting as our work ripples through whole communities and countries. Our global strategy is built on the three pillars of transforming equid welfare in communities, building sustainable animal health systems, and advocating for lasting change. We have more than 600 staff members across the globe, including vets, animal welfare experts, human behaviour change practitioners and development specialists.

The Brooke UK

Global Trustee

One of our countries of operation, including South Asia, Africa and Central America

Most board meetings are virtual

Unremunerated, with reasonable expenses paid, including travel in order to support attendance at board meetings or visiting our work.

This is an exciting opportunity and time to join the high-performing and dynamic UK board, bringing expertise from one of our countries of operation and adding to the excellent diversity of views already present.

We are looking to appoint a Global Trustee who has a solid understanding of good governance practices, a willingness and ability to provide constructive challenge, a track record of successful organisational and strategic leadership and has expertise in specialisms such as:

· Human development

· Charity law

· Finance

· Fundraising and diversifying income streams

We are also keen to hear from candidates who are passionate champions for inclusivity and experience of working in an International NGO would be advantageous.

For further information and to access the appointment brief, please click 'apply' to be redirected to the Prospectus website.

Recruitment Timetable
Deadline for applications:  Midnight, Sunday 1st September 2024
Interviews with Prospectus: w/c 16th September 2024
Interviews with The Brooke UK: w/c 30th September 2024

Join us and make a difference to the health and wellbeing of children and young people in the Bognor area! 

We are CFK, a project within the Collaborative Health Community (CHC) charity, and we're on a mission to improve children's health by inspiring children and their families to eat more real foods, the way nature intended! 

After a successful first pilot partnering with a school in Bognor Regis, we're due to continue our collaboration with the Regis School from September 2024 and are looking for more volunteers to join our fabulous onsite team! 

If you’d like to join a fantastic, supportive community of like-minded people, are local to the Bognor Regis area (or are happy to travel) and have some free time to contribute to this fantastic cause (approx 3-4 hours a week mostly during the school day), please apply now! 

What does the role involve?

• Delivering innovative and engaging 'Collaboration for Kids' (CFK) workshops to 13-15 year olds, designed to inspire them to eat more real foods to improve their wellbeing, health and mental health.
• Working within a small, friendly team to deliver our pilot intervention through a series of weekly face to face nutrition and lifestyle-based workshops starting at the beginning of the school Spring Term (September 2024)
• Building relationships with the school and the students and supporting in the collection of baseline and post intervention data, providing feedback and learnings to assist in continuous improvement and innovation.

Skills and Experience 

• Have a genuine and visible passion for nutrition and changing the eating behaviours of teens to help support improved health and wellbeing
• Have a qualification in nutrition / lifestyle or health coaching or something similar (desirable but not mandatory for all roles)
• Have experience and/or feel confident in delivering educational sessions / resources / programmes to Secondary School aged children (full training will be provided)
• The ability to build rapport, engage and inspire teenagers
• Be organised and structured in your approach and delivery style, ensuring CFK materials and key messages are consistently delivered
• Have strong interpersonal and communication skills (both visual and verbal) and fluency in English

Availability 

We are aiming to deliver a series workshops during the school spring term (on a weekly basis), therefore, are looking for someone who will be able to support this. If you can't do every week but can do most, we'd still love to hear from you. The workshops will be 45 mins - 1 hour long and we will provide full training.

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.

Inclusive Boards are delighted to be supporting Ambient Support in their search for a new Quality Trustee.

Ambient Support is a registered UK charity with over 25 years’ experience in providing care and support services for older people, people with a mental health need and people with learning disabilities. Their wide range of quality specialist services are delivered by dedicated, professional and passionate staff and their success is built on supporting people to live a full and meaningful life – regardless of age, health, or disability.
Ambient Support would like to recruit a new Quality Trustee to act as Quality lead for the board. The Quality Trustee is an important position within the governance structure of Ambient Support. Ambient are eager to hear from interested individuals with a broad range of backgrounds and expertise.

The core skills and experience of interest for the role are:

• Extensive experience in a quality role, with an understanding of quality management principles and practices.
• A good knowledge of the quality cycle, including planning, control, assurance, and improvement processes.
• Good understanding of regulatory frameworks, particularly CQC (Care Quality Commission) or OFSTED (Office for Standards in Education, Children’s Services and Skills).
• Understanding of quality assurance and proficiency in quality assurance methodologies, including the use of technology to enhance quality assurance processes.
• Understanding of the legal framework of compliance, such as Health and Safety legislation, to ensure the organisation meets all necessary legal requirements.

To learn more, please download the candidate information pack using the links on the Inclusive Boards page.

To apply, please visit the Inclusive Boards website and provide:

• A detailed CV setting out your career history, with responsibilities and achievements.
• A covering letter (maximum 2 sides) highlighting your suitability for the role and how you meet the skills and experience for the role. Please note that the covering letter is an important part of your application and will be assessed.
• Details of two professional referees together with a brief statement of their relationship to you.(referees will not be contacted without prior consent)

To find out more, request support when applying, or have an informal confidential discussion before applying, please get in touch with one of our consultants by emailing 

The impact a volunteer telephone befriender can have on a lonely individual is amazing and for many of our service users our volunteer telephone befrienders are the only people in their lives who can offer quality time for a nice chat. With just one hour of your time per week you can help provide companionship and support for someone suffering from chronic loneliness. 

You will have to complete a DBS check and an Adult’s Safeguarding training, both covered by our organisation.

For this role volunteers will gain: 

• Confidence using the telephone.

• Develop interpersonal and communication skills. 

• Free Safeguarding and DBS check

Time Commitment 

Volunteers can give a minimum of 1 hour per week and must commit to a minimum of 3 months. However, the longer you commit to this role the more you will benefit. 

Training

• Level 2 Safeguarding adults 

We offer ongoing supervision and regular catch ups with team members. The volunteer has the opportunity to meet with fellow volunteers for monthly or bimonthly zoom events. 

Is a DBS Check required? 

• We require all applicants to provide two references. DBS is required for this role, but the cost will be provided by the Dialogue Society

Personal Requirements 

• Engage with a client to provide support on a weekly basis or schedule a specific time with the client. 

• For this role you will need a clear and polite telephone manner.

• The ability to actively listen, empathise and promote conversation.

• Adhere to the appropriate guidelines while communicating with the clients, preserving the reputation of the organisation. 

• To identify if a person may be at risk and alert a supervisor.

• To maintain confidentiality. 

• To work within a team of volunteers and staff.

• To work within Dialogue Society’s policies and procedures

• A non-discriminatory and a non-judgemental attitude 

• Reliable 

Can you spare a few hours a week to support the patients and staff at one of London's busiest hospitals? If so the Friends of Chelsea & Westminster Hospital needs you!

The Friends of Chelsea & Westminster Hospital charity has been working since 1993 to improve the hospital experience for patients and staff. We believe the little things can make a big difference.

We are looking for volunteers to take our Shop Trolley round the wards offering drinks, snacks, newspapers, toiletries and other items to patients. This role can really brighten the day for patients who may not have many visitors, or who are unable to leave their ward to purchase items to make their stay in hospital more pleasant. You will be joining a small, friendly team providing a really valuable and popular service.

Role Description

•         Collect the Friends Shop trolley from the shop store room at start of shift and ensure it is fully stocked
•         Take the trolley round the wards to allow patients to buy snacks, drinks, toiletries and other items
•         Take payment by card or in cash
•         Return trolley at end of shift along with the card machine and any takings
•         Report takings to Shop Manager
•         Report any issues or concerns to Friends Charity Manager

Specification

Essential

• Reliable, punctual, and able to commit to at least one 3-hour slot (around 9.30 to 12.30 or 1.30 to                     4.30) once a week
•        Able to make a long-term commitment to volunteering
•        Trustworthy
•        Polite, friendly and enjoy meeting new people

Desirable

•       Previous experience in retail or a similar voluntary role
•       Previous experience in operating a contactless card machine

Full training will be provided. Volunteers report to the Friends Charity Manager, but are also required to comply with all requirements of the hospital’s own volunteering department, including undergoing a DBS check, an Occupational Health screening and an online ‘core training’ session. We will take up references on all successful applicants.

Please note that this is quite a physically demanding role and will not suit those with mobility issues or who have difficulty moving and handling heavy items.

Join Canterbury Christ Church University Students’ Union as a Finance Trustee.

About the Students’ Union

Christ Church Students’ Union (CCSU) are a vibrant and exciting membership organisation on a journey towards expanding their services to better serve and represent 9000+ students studying at Canterbury Christ Church University.

CCSU is a membership organisation, made up of all Canterbury Christ Church University students – their members.  The Union is student led – for students, by students.

A democratic and values-led organisation, CCSU is the independent representative body for their members. Through elected representatives from the student body they provide a collective voice to the University and other organisations that enhance students’ lives in the local, national and global communities in which they live. 

Services include student advice, clubs and societies, central services and a lounge bar & kitchen – a 400 capacity bar and food outlet. With dozens of student-led clubs and societies to get involved in there are opportunities for everyone.

About the role

CCSU are on the lookout for a new trustee to take a lead on financial oversight and governance. The new trustee will be expected to bring strong experience in financial management and good understanding of charity governance. You will be able to commit the time to being an engaged members that reads papers, comes prepared and is happy to contribute outside of meetings.

There are up to 6 board meetings a year. These are held both online and on the University campus at Canterbury usually in the morning or early evening. Trustees also serve on at least one committee each of which has up to four meetings per year. 

As the lead trustee on finance, you’d be expected to Chair the Finance and Risk committee. In addition, trustees are invited to key events to meet with students, understand how the organisation operates, and take part in discussions or trustee business electronically outside of meetings.

The ideal candidate will have a proven track record in senior finance roles, with professional qualifications (ACCA, CIMA, ACA, CIPFA etc) strong experience with financial audits, an understanding of risk management and a strong understanding of the effective governance of organisations. The position also requires the ability to understand and implement a strategy and evaluating performance against that strategy, in addition to excellent communication skills including effective listening and constructive questioning. Specific understanding of the legal duties associated with being a charity trustee and understanding of charity governance would be useful.

The position would best suit an experienced finance professional with a demonstrable interest in higher education and students’ unions. 

To request the full recruitment pack and application information please reply to this advert with your CV or contact Jamie Reynolds at Marble Mayne Recruitment via the Marble Mayne website.

Closing date: Friday 16th August at 12 noon

AUGIS is a surgical association for members who work within UGI surgery in the UK and we are looking for a Lay Trustee Member (who does not work in the field of surgery) to join our Council to help develop our strategy and development for both the short and long term. 

The objectives of AUGIS is to improve the delivery, the results and outcome of conditions of the oesophagus, stomach, duodenum, pancreas, liver and biliary tract requiring surgical treatment, through training objectives, fostering developments in Upper Gastrointestinal Surgery, promoting educational and academic objectives and liaising with other surgical and academic bodies. The establishment of high quality training programmes throughout the UK as a fundamental component of the Association’s activities.

Lay Trustee Role 

Responsibilities

• ensure that Council exercises control over the strategic direction of the AUGIS, and that the performance of the association against its strategic objectives is properly assessed on a regular basis
• ensure that the AUGIS maintains its long-term financial sustainability, safeguards its assets, and operates proper mechanisms to ensure effective internal control, risk management and value for money
• contribute to debate and to make their knowledge, insight and expertise available to Council as needs and opportunities arise
• act fairly and impartially at all times, in the interests of the AUGIS as a whole, using independent judgement and maintaining confidentiality as appropriate
• ensure AUGIS’ growth and regular review of Equality, Diversity, Inclusivity and Sustainability policies and strategy
• ensure that the AUGIS conducts its affairs in accordance with its status as a charity and its public benefit objectives
• accept collective responsibility for the decisions reached by Council.

Expectations:

The Lay Trustee member of Council, acting in a non-executive capacity, are expected to:

• attend meetings of Council and participate in discussions, acting as a “critical friend”, contributing to the development, implementation and monitoring of AUGIS strategy going forward
• question intelligently, debate constructively, challenge rigorously and decide dispassionately, listening respectfully to the views of others, inside and outside meetings of the Executive/Council
• serve as a Trustee and attend meetings of at least two Council Meetings per year and when requested Executive Meetings
• attend some of the formal or informal events of the AUGIS, as may be organised from time to time
• act as an ambassador for the AUGIS, promoting its activities in the wider community including, for example, assisting with legacy activity and corporate interaction
• attend any induction and training as may be required by the AUGIS to carry out effectively the role of a member of Council
• contribute to regular reviews of the effectiveness of Council, both collectively and individually
• submit an annual Register of Interests and Statement of Edibility declaration, and ensure that the AUGIS is notified promptly of any material changes to these details as may arise during the year.

Person Specification:

• Understanding and acceptance of the legal duties, responsibilities and liabilities of trusteeship and an understanding of the respective roles of the Chair, Trustees and Chief Executive. (Essential)
• Understanding and commitment to promoting and improving Equality, Diversity and Inclusion (EDI) in all sectors. (Essential)
• Understanding of the UN Sustainable Development Goals (SDG) and commitment to promoting and improving sustainability and development. 
• Ability to work effectively as a member of a diverse team whilst maintaining an independent perspective. (Essential)
• An understanding of, and commitment to, the values of accountability, probity and openness. (Essential)
• Confident and effective communication skills. (Essential)
• A track record of being able to process details quickly and get to the heart of an issue. (Essential)
• Significant experience of board or committee membership in a charitable, public  sector or commercial organisation. (Desirable)
• Demonstrable knowledge of financial matters and accountancy. (Desirable)
• A proven track record of achievement within a related business environment.(Desirable)
• Experience of guiding and directing an organisation through strategic and structural growth during a period of significant external pressures and change (Desirable)

Experience and skills

• Senior level experience in a charitable, public sector or commercial organisation;
• Board membership experience
• Strategic leadership
• Confident and effective communicator
• Knowledge and experience of the healthcare sector (not essential)

Practicalities of Appointment

Term of office: Three years.

Time commitment: Estimated to total the equivalent of 3-5 full days per year, including any involvement in the work of relevant Council committees.

Remuneration: Appointments to Council are in the nature of public service appointments and no remuneration is made.

Expenses: Lay members of Council are eligible to claim reimbursement of travelling expenses for attendance at meetings of Council and any committee or other body to which they are appointed. In addition to the above, travelling expenses will also be reimbursed in respect of any necessary duties arising from membership of Council or other bodies. This would include, for example, fact-finding visits to another institution, participation in induction and development events, and attendance at briefing meetings with officers. All claims will be dealt with on the same terms and conditions as apply to AUGIS staff.

Application Process

We will require all applicants to complete an application form setting out how they meet the required qualities of the role, and return it with a CV to Nichola Bartlett at AUGIS.  We will convene a shortlisting panel to consider who will be invited for interview, with the candidate who best fits the criteria will be recommended for appointment, with Council making the final decision.

Closing date for applications: Wednesday 31st July 2024

Interview date: 14th August 2024

Location: London/Online

Are you passionate about making a difference in the lives of unpaid carers?

Do you have a desire to provide support and assistance to those who dedicate their lives to caring for others?

If so, we have an exciting opportunity for you to join the Redbridge Carers Support Service as a Volunteer Support Worker.

Role: Volunteer Support Worker

Unpaid role

Voluntary

Location: Redbridge

Reports to:

Hours: 4-10 hrs a week.

About Us:

The Redbridge Carers Support Service is a non-profit organisation dedicated to providing support, guidance, and respite to unpaid carers in the Redbridge community. We understand the challenges faced by carers and strive to improve their quality of life by offering a range of services, including emotional support, practical advice, and access to local resources.

Volunteer Support Worker Responsibilities:

- Help organise and facilitate support groups and workshops for carers.

- Conduct outreach activities to raise awareness of the Redbridge Carers Support Service and its services.

- Collaborate with the service team to identify and address the specific needs of carers.

Qualifications and Skills:

- Empathy and compassion for carers and their unique challenges.

- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

- Ability to maintain confidentiality and respect the privacy of carers.

- Strong organisational skills and attention to detail.

- Flexibility and adaptability to meet the changing needs of carers.

- Prior experience in caregiving, social services, or a related field is an asset but not required.

Benefits of Volunteering:

- Make a positive impact in the lives of carers and their families.

- Gain valuable experience in a supportive and nurturing environment.

- Develop interpersonal and communication skills.

- Access training and professional development opportunities.

- Join a passionate team dedicated to improving the well-being of carers.

Time Commitment:

We ask for a commitment of at least 4 hours per week, preferably during regular office hours. However, we are open to discussing flexible arrangements that suit both the volunteer and the organisation.

How to Apply:

If you are interested in this rewarding volunteer opportunity, please send a copy of your resume and a brief cover letter outlining your motivation to volunteer with the Redbridge Carers Support Service.

About Us

The Redbridge Carers Support Service is a non-profit organisation dedicated to providing support, guidance, and respite to unpaid carers in the Redbridge community. We understand the challenges faced by carers and strive to improve their quality of life by offering a range of services, including emotional support, practical advice, and access to local resources.

The Redbridge Carers Support Service is seeking a dedicated Volunteer Social Media role to join our team!

We are seeking enthusiastic individuals to join our team as Volunteer Social Media Ambassadors. In this role, you will have the chance to use your creativity and communication skills to promote our cause and engage with our online community.

Key Responsibilities:

- Interact with followers and supporters to build a strong online community

- Create engaging content for our social media platforms

- Share inspiring stories and updates about our organisation

- Collaborate with the marketing team to develop impactful social media campaigns

Benefits:

- Gain valuable experience in social media management

- Showcase your creativity and communication skills

- Make a meaningful difference by spreading awareness about our cause

Requirements:

- Passion for our cause and a desire to make a positive impact

- Strong communication, creative and writing skills

- Graphic design / illustration skills

- Familiarity with popular social media platforms

Time Commitment:

We ask for a commitment of at least 4 hours per week, preferably during regular office hours. However, we are open to discussing flexible arrangements that suit both the volunteer and the organisation.

How to Apply:

If you are interested in this rewarding volunteer opportunity, please send a copy of your resume and a brief cover letter outlining your motivation to volunteer with the Redbridge Carers Support Service.

Alike is a charity with one simple mission: To end the loneliness and isolation that people impacted by cancer experience. We exist to empower our community to make meaningful connections through seamless digital experiences which help people find their sense of belonging. We were created for people impacted by cancer, by people with cancer.

Driven by our mission and inspired by the start-up mentality, we operate with agility and pace. In 2021, we launched our ground-breaking iOS and Android app as a space exclusively for the cancer community to connect. Now we’re looking to scale nationwide, and we need your help to do it. Alike is the only non-for-profit organisation providing a large scale, tailored peer support platform across all ages and diagnoses, whether someone’s facing a sleepless night or a lonely weekend.

We're looking for a treasurer to join our scaling charity! We are particularly interested in people who have demonstrable experience in finance, either evidenced by qualifications or experience (or both), as well as a good understanding of the charity financial landscape. Read more about what we are looking for in more detail below. 

Our Trustees:

Our board of trustees is essential to Alike’s mission. Working as a team, they take shared responsibility for maintaining alignment between our vision, strategy and day-to-day operations. Just as importantly, they support and challenge the executive team, driving Alike’s growth, inspiring new approaches, and helping us scale. Their perspective, insights, passion and collective experience is crucial to our mission as we continue combating loneliness and isolation throughout the cancer community.

Your Responsibilities:

Joining our board of trustees is a commitment to Alike’s mission as well as our products. We need our trustees to not just believe in our potential, but to authentically champion it. Our ideal treasurer can clearly envision Alike taking a leading role in combating isolation in the cancer community - and in making a lasting, positive change. We’re looking for an active, engaged and experienced individual to join our existing board during this thrilling period of growth and innovation.

Beyond that, you would be required to collaborate on certain statutory duties (listed below), and to provide advice and guidance throughout Alike’s new initiatives. The power of our board lies in a diversity of viewpoints, so your unique combination of specialist knowledge, skills and experiences is key to success in this role.

We would expect you to contribute this set of skills to the board’s shared responsibility: making sound decisions for the charity’s direction. This would include - but by no means be limited to - scrutinising board papers, leading meetings, chairing discussions and taking an active role in board meetings.

Time Commitment:

• Regular board meetings (6 per year, 3 in-person meetings, 3 virtual)
• Additional time for sub-committee work and strategic planning
• Flexible availability for brief ad-hoc advisory calls or meetings
• Attendance at our Annual General Meeting in central London

Skills and Experience:

• An understanding of the challenges faced by those living with cancer and the impact of emerging technology in addressing these challenges
• Excellent communication skills and a collaborative working style
• Excellent financial literacy evidenced by experience, qualifications or both!
• An understanding the financial landscape of the charity sector including grant management, trading subsidiaries (also known as ‘trading arms’) and the Charities Commission SORP
• Knowledge of and/ or experience of the annual reporting responsibilities of charities

If you’re interested in joining Alike on our mission to bring comfort, support and community to the millions of people impacted by cancer across the UK, then we would love to hear from you.

You might not necessarily tick every single box - and that’s okay: if you’ve got the passion and you feel confident that this role is for you, please do get in touch anyway. You may still be the perfect fit.