Social Welfare Volunteer Roles

Why we want you

As a community engagement volunteer you and your fellow branch members will create a range of activities to help spread the word about SSAFA within your community. To ensure that that our Armed Forces community know that SSAFA are here to help and that we need the public’s support to continue offering our services.

What you will be doing

• Organising and attending awareness and fundraising events within the community
• Identifying new fundraising and awareness opportunities
• Helping at events
• Delivering presentations to community groups, schools, etc through
• SSAFA’s speaker programme
• Event administration
• Social media marketing

The skills you need

• Friendly and approachable
• Happy to help
• Basic IT skills would be an advantage

What's in it for you

• Use your skills, knowledge, and life experience to benefit others
• Support in your role from the team at SSAFA
• Develop your experience and skills which you can highlight on your CV and in job interviews

Disclaimer

SSAFA is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of all those involved in our work and expects volunteers to share this commitment.

Salary: Up to £40,000 per annum (dependent on experience)

Location: Remote

Contract: Permanent, Full Time

Responsible to: Chief Executive Officer (CEO)

Responsible for: Overseeing and managing the Fundraising Department (including the recruitment and organisation of volunteers)

Purpose of the Role: To develop and implement effective fundraising strategies that secure vital resources for IAC UK’s charitable initiatives.

About Us

IAC is a rapidly growing charity that empowers communities worldwide through compassionate support, advocacy, and practical assistance. With a core focus on helping orphans and widows in affected regions, we address urgent needs and help build sustainable futures. Thanks to our established presence in the UK, US, and Türkiye, we deliver impactful aid wherever it’s needed most.

Key Responsibilities

1. Fundraising Strategy & Planning
   • Develop, implement, and refine a multi-year fundraising strategy aligned with IAC UK’s mission and objectives.
   • Identify and explore new income streams to expand funding sources and diversify revenue.
2. Donor Relationship Management
   • Cultivate existing donor relationships and establish new donor networks to increase long-term engagement and support.
   • Create compelling cases for support, proposals, and campaigns that reflect IAC UK’s values and impact.
3. Volunteer Recruitment & Coordination
   • Oversee the recruitment, training, and retention of volunteers to support all fundraising activities.
   • Develop volunteer engagement initiatives, ensuring volunteers are well-supported and recognized for their contributions.
4. Event & Campaign Management
   • Plan and execute a variety of fundraising events, online campaigns, and community initiatives, ensuring they are delivered on time and within budget.
   • Manage event logistics, supplier negotiations, and campaign communications to maximize awareness and financial return.
5. Budget & Financial Oversight
   • Prepare and manage the fundraising budget, monitoring income targets and expenditure.
   • Compile regular progress reports for senior leadership and trustees, highlighting achievements, challenges, and recommendations.
6. Compliance & Governance
   • Ensure that all fundraising activities comply with UK regulations, GDPR requirements, and the Code of Fundraising Practice.
   • Maintain accurate records and documentation to enable transparent reporting and auditing.
7. Team Leadership & Collaboration
   • Lead, mentor, and motivate a small fundraising team, setting clear objectives and managing performance.
   • Collaborate with other departments (Marketing, Events, Finance) to integrate fundraising efforts into the wider organisational strategy.

Qualifications & Requirements

• Demonstrable experience (3+ years) in a fundraising or development role within the charity or not-for-profit sector.
• Proven success in securing grants, major gifts, or corporate sponsorships, with a track record of meeting or exceeding income targets.
• Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to cultivate relationships with a diverse range of stakeholders.
• Excellent project management and organisational skills, able to manage multiple campaigns and deadlines effectively.
• Highly motivated and proactive, with a genuine passion for social impact and community development.
• Collaborative and supportive leadership style, fostering a positive, inclusive team culture.
• Adaptable, innovative problem-solver with a drive for continuous improvement.
   

Compensation & Benefits

• Competitive Salary: £35,000 – £40,000 per annum (dependent on experience).
• Performance Bonus: Competitive bonus structure tied to fundraising milestones.
• Remote Working: Flexible, home-based role.
• Generous Holiday Allowance: 28 days of annual leave (including bank holidays).
• Inclusive Culture: A supportive and inclusive workplace that values diversity and encourages new ideas and innovation.
   

Note: Travel for in-person meetings may be required.

How to Apply

Please submit your CV and a cover letter (optional) detailing your relevant experience, achievements, and motivation for joining IAC UK. 

IAC UK is an equal opportunities employer and encourages applications from candidates of all backgrounds and experiences.

The Connaught Trust is a charity, who support the charitable activities of units of the Army Cadet Force, the Sea Cadet Corps, the Air Training Corps, the Volunteer Cadet Corps, the Combined Cadet Force throughout Hampshire and the Isle of Wight.  They provide funds to promote the military efficiency of all ranks serving in units of the Army Reserve, the Royal Naval Reserve, the Royal Marines Reserve and the Royal Air Force Reserves. 

The Connaught Trust are seeking two Trustees with a broad range of skills, in particular individuals with legal or marketing backgrounds/experience, to work closely as part of their Board to bring new insight and skills to set and approve the strategic direction of the charity.

What is a Trustee?

• Being a trustee means making decisions that will impact people’s lives and make a real difference to the people they support.
• Trustees help lead the charity and play a vital role in helping to define and develop the work of the charity.
• Trustees work alongside the secretary, using their skills and experience to help the charity to define and achieve its strategic aims. 
• Trustees give their time on a voluntary basis. They are not paid fees, but they can claim reasonable expenses.

 
Could this be the ideal role for me?

To be considered for this role, you will require the following:

• A commitment to the aims and objectives of the Trust and an empathy with the beneficiary group, namely adult reserve forces and cadet units of all three services. 
• Experience at working at senior level in the private, public or voluntary sectors. 
• A willingness to devote time and effort to the duties and responsibilities of a Trustee 
• Good communication skills and the commitment to attend, and contribute to, Trustee meetings. 
• Integrity, impartiality, objectivity, accountability, and the ability to respect confidences. 
• A commitment to equal opportunities and diversity. 

What's in it for you?

• Volunteering experience.
• Involvement in senior management teams and board activity.
• Working with different sets of people.
• Specific experience within the different teams.
• General management experience.
• The chance to give your expertise and time to a great cause and to further develop your skills.

We welcome and encourage applications from people of all backgrounds. We do not discriminate on the basis of disability, race, colour, ethnicity, gender, religion, sexual orientation, age, veteran status, or other category protected by law. 

These unremunerated roles are open to all. To apply for these exceptional opportunities, please submit your CV and supporting statement via the Charisma website.

If you would like to have an initial discussion with Sandra Smith, Associate Director of Charisma Charity Recruitment, prior to submitting your application please contat Charisma to arrange.

Remote locations and able to attend four meetings a year in South Hampshire

Closing date for applications:  16th February 2025
Interview date:  Saturday 8th March 2025

We are in the process of establishing our brand new Food Waste hub right at the centre of New Covent Garden Market and we would be delighted for you to get involved! 

City Harvest London rescues nutritious surplus food from farms, manufacturers, wholesalers, and retailers, and delivers it, for free, to over 123,000 a week via organistions feeding those facing food poverty. City Harvest rescues food, people, and the planet by preventing food waste, providing life-changing support to communities across London through food, and reducing greenhouse gas emissions from waste.
City Harvest vans equally deliver to food banks, homeless shelters, hostels, soup kitchens, mental health charities, projects supporting the elderly and socially isolated, social pantries, community kitchens, refugee hostels, schools and nurseries, family centres and domestic abuse refuges. 

Now distributing free food for more than 1.2 million meals a month, the need continues to rise as the cost of living tightens its grip. City Harvest has sites in west, east and south London, and a fleet of vehicles that cover the whole of the UK rescuing food.

Our Warehouse Assistants are crucial to keeping the vans rolling and to making sure food is ready to go out to feed London. They are the packers, the stackers, the sorters, and the porters of our operation.

Every volunteering experience with City Harvest will vary, as roles assigned will depend on the time of day and the needs of the day. You could be unloading deliveries, checking and sorting food, creating mixed meal boxes for the homeless, or carrying out other warehouse tasks to help in the day-to-day running of City Harvest.

By volunteering with us for a day, individuals have the chance to make a direct positive impact on thousands of vulnerable people in London. Because of the time our volunteers donate to helping City Harvest, many Londoners facing obstacles such as homelessness, food poverty, and/or domestic abuse will have access to a nutritious meal. Not only this, but there is a significant environmental impact to our work too! The food that we rescue would otherwise go to landfill, where it would release harmful greenhouse gases as it decomposes. Therefore, your days’ work will also make a tremendous difference to both people and the planet!

A lot of our activities in our warehouse can be physically demanding, as we are sorting and packing food for delivery.

Do you have a passion for using your beautician skills and expertise to support those who have experienced crisis? People in our services would benefit from social engagement, relaxation, and joy from learning about simple treatments they could use for themselves such as hand, foot massaging, manicures, pedicures, hair styling, cutting, overall hygiene tips and routines.

We have an exciting opportunity for a volunteer to coordinate online workshops on beauty/pampering to enhance good hygiene practice, promote confidence within oneself and positive wellbeing.

What you will be doing

• Facilitate weekly sessions via zoom
• Encourage group discussions around wellbeing, self-esteem and looking after themselves
• Inspire and motivate the group to be involved in future planning/designing of the session
• Share basic beauty tips and routines with group members
• Offer relaxation techniques that can be used to de-stress and promote positive mental wellbeing

The skills you need

• A skilled and qualified beautician
• Calm and patient approach
• Ability to provide a supportive, and inclusive atmosphere that encourages learning and participation

What's in it for you

• Supporting You - You will have a dedicated volunteer supervisor to support you in your role; Quarterly volunteer forums with the central Volunteering team and volunteers across Hestia; References for job applications
• Developing You - You will gain knowledge and insight into issues that impact Domestic Abuse, Modern Slavery and Mental Health; You will have access to our extensive Learning and Development Programme; 40% of our departed volunteers secured a paid role at Hestia last year!
• Valuing You - We hold annual Volunteer Awards and Celebration events; We reimburse travel expenses and up to £5 for lunch for your volunteering; We hold social events and outings for our volunteers to get together and have some fun

Trustees play a vital role in ensuring Banbury Foodbank meets its core purpose by overseeing the management and administration of the charity and ensuring that the foodbank has a clear strategy in line with our vision and goals.

What will you be doing?

Banbury Foodbank are seeking to recruit Trustees with an interest in helping others, who are willing to uphold the food bank’s values, and who can bring life experience to the board of trustees. 

Key tasks:

• To manage the charity’s resources responsibly, including ensuring the charity’s assets are used only to carry out its purpose, avoid undue risk and not over-commit the charity.
• To ensure the board regularly reviews its structures, roles, relationship to staff and implementing changes if and when necessary.
• To develop a long-term strategy for the food bank with clear objectives which can be monitored and adapted.
• To work alongside the Treasurer and the board to ensure the organisation’s financial dealings are systematically accounted for and on time, independently examined (on income over £25k) and made publicly available when necessary.
• To ensure the charity is accountable, actively complying with statutory accounting and reporting requirements and the law.
• To ensure appropriate financial plans are in place for future budget allocations as well as looking after contractual agreements with external partners that award money for core costs and additional projects.
• To help promote the organisation to a wide audience of potential funders and beneficiaries and community stakeholders.
• To ensure the food bank has appropriate procedures to: comply with current legislation and good practice; including employment, health and safety, equal opportunities, safeguarding & GDPR compliance/data protection etc.
• To act with reasonable care and skill, giving your time, thought and energy to your role.
• To prepare for and regularly attend and participate in board and subcommittee meetings and any trustee away days.
• To provide ad hoc support to the staff team and volunteers from time to time.
• To act at all times in accordance with the foodbank’s trustee code of conduct.
• The Trustees may also undertake additional work for the charity between meetings subject to their availability and skill set.

What are we looking for?

We are looking for people who want to help their local community and work towards the eradication of food poverty whilst support the food bank to continue to provide emergency food to people who find themselves in crisis. Our ideal candidates would demonstrate a:

• Knowledge of and commitment to the work of Banbury Foodbank.
• Willingness to actively participate in discussions concerning needs of the foodbank’s beneficiaries, staff, and the trustee board.
• Willingness to act in the best interest of the charity.
• Sound, independent judgement and ability to think creatively.
• Working effectively as a team member and demonstrating a willingness to learn and develop.

The food bank would particularly welcome applications from those with experience in one (or more) of the following areas:  

• Fundraising
• Managing in an operational environment
• Campaigning
• Safeguarding

What difference will you make?

By supporting the governance of the food bank, you are part of a team providing a vital holistic support function in your local community, ensuring a dignified experience to anyone visiting or anyone who comes into contact with Banbury Foodbank.

Overview of the role:

Kingfisher Food bank opened its doors in 2013 and was a project founded by local churches and community groups, working together towards stopping hunger in our local area. In March 2023 the North Solihull Food Bank, a Charitable Incorporated Organisation, was set up to carry on and enhance the work of the Kingfisher Food Bank. We are here to help people in crisis and offer support through the provision of emergency food parcels, by offering a listening ear, and by signposting to other agencies for more bespoke support. We have a dedicated team of over 30 volunteers.

The Secretary of Trustees is responsible for leading on the administrative duties of the food bank and Board of Trustees, ensuring that its activities are conducted within the legal requirements, with board meetings being properly administered.

Key tasks

Secretary Responsibilities:

• to attend Trustee meetings, take accurate notes and keep an accurate record of attendance at meetings, recording all resolutions passed by the Trustees.
• to ensure that there is a record of all Trustee Board correspondence 
• to ensure that details of Trustee meetings are circulated to the board together with minutes of the previous meeting.
• organise the Annual General Meeting (AGM) and ensure all relevant stakeholders are informed and post the appropriate notices and commission, collect, duplicate and issue any necessary written reports, agendas, and minutes of previous meetings.
• to prepare, in partnership with other trustees, an annual report for the AGM on the work of the food bank.
• to ensure that the annual report (to accompany the annual accounts) is produced and sent to the relevant charity regulator body (Charity Commission of England & Wales) and that the details of the charity and new trustees are updated in a timely manner.
• to periodically check the Charity Commission’s website for guidance and information and updates that may affect the Trustees or the Foodbank

Other responsibilities, along with the Board of Trustees, include:

• to approve, support, and guide the charity’s purpose, vision, strategy, goals, and objectives
• to manage the charity’s resources responsibly, including ensuring the charity’s assets are used only to carry out its purpose, avoid undue risk, and not over-commit the charity
• To ensure the effective and efficient administration of the charity, responding to changes in the local community as appropriate
• to ensure that key risks are identified, monitored, and controlled appropriately
• to ensure appropriate financial plans are in place, budgets are monitored, and progress is evaluated
• to review and approve financial statements
• to help promote the organisation to key stakeholders and beneficiaries
• advertise, correspond with, and interview volunteers for posts, including use of Assemble and where applicable carry out DBS checks.
• to ensure the charity has appropriate procedures to comply with current legislation and good practice, including employment, health and safety, equity, diversity and inclusion, safeguarding and GDPR compliance/data protection
• to prepare for and regularly attend and participate in board and subcommittee meetings and any trustee away days.

What are we looking for?

We are looking for people who want to help their local community and work towards the eradication of food poverty whilst supporting the food bank to continue to provide emergency food to people who find themselves in crisis. Our ideal candidates would demonstrate:

• a knowledge of and commitment to the work of the North Solihull Foodbank.
• a knowledge of, and passion for, your local community.
• previous experience or an ability in: administrative procedures; writing clearly; providing clear advice on procedural and relevant legislative matters.
• excellent communication skills.
• a willingness to actively participate in discussions concerning needs of the foodbank’s beneficiaries, staff, and the trustee board.
• sound, independent judgement, the ability to think creatively, and to act in the best interest of the charity.
• the ability to work effectively as a team member and demonstrate a willingness to learn, develop and collaborate.

What difference will you make?

By leading on the administrative matters of the food bank board, you are part of providing a vital holistic support function in your local community, ensuring a dignified experience to anyone visiting, or anyone who comes into contact with, North Solihull Foodbank.

The Buddy Bag Foundation is an award winning charity seeking a Finance Trustee to sit on our well established Board of Trustees. BBF is dedicated to restoring a sense of safety and love for children in emergency accommodation having fled domestic abuse.

Who we are

The Buddy Bag Foundation provides children entering emergency care with essential items having fled domestic abuse and coercive control situations. We provide women’s refuges and other emergency accommodation locations with our age specific Buddy Bags which contain twelve essential items, including toiletries; underwear; a book; and of course a knitted toy.

The role

BBF is seeking a finance professional to sit on our Board of Trustees to work with our external accountants to oversee the financial governance of the Buddy Bag Foundation, ensure robust financial management and reporting, and to lead in providing strategic financial oversight in accordance with UK charity governance.

The role is designed to ensure that the BBF’s resources are effectively managed to support its mission of providing emergency items to children entering emergency care.

Person Specification

Qualifications:

• Professional qualification in finance, accounting, or a related field (e.g., ACA, ACCA, CIMA).
• Experience in a financial role within business – previous experience as a Trustee or within a UK charity or nonprofit is desirable but not essential.

Skills and Experience:

• Experience in financial management.
• Understanding of UK charity finance, including SORP, Gift Aid, and regulatory requirements from the Charity Commission.
• Experience in leading committees or teams is desirable, with demonstrable leadership and decision-making skills.
• Excellent communication skills, with the ability to present financial information clearly to non-financial stakeholders.
• Strategic thinking with the ability to contribute to broader organisational goals, particularly in a charity focused on vulnerable children.

Personal Attributes:

• Commitment to the foundation’s mission and values.
• Integrity and high ethical standards.
• Collaborative and able to work effectively within a diverse team.
• Proactive and willing to challenge and support the Board and executive team.

The Role

In addition to joining bi-monthly Board of Trustee meetings (either remotely or in the West Midlands), the key tasks of the Finance Trustee are set out below.

Financial Governance:

• Lead the Financial Sub-Committee in reviewing and monitoring the Buddy Bag Foundation’s financial performance.
• Work with the external accountant team to develop financial strategies that ensure the sustainability of the foundation’s activities.

Budgeting and Financial Planning:

• Oversee the preparation and approval of the annual budget, ensuring it aligns with the foundation’s strategic objectives, particularly in maintaining the continuity of providing emergency essentials to children.
• Monitor reporting in respect of cash flow, financial risks, and reserves in line with the foundation’s reserves policy, advising the Board on any necessary actions.
• Ensure financial planning accounts for the potential impacts of UK-specific economic conditions and the volatility of donation-based income.

Reporting and Compliance:

• Ensure timely and accurate financial reporting to the Board, funders, the Charity Commission, and HMRC as required.
• Oversee the preparation of the foundation’s annual accounts, ensuring they are prepared in accordance with the UK Statement of Recommended Practice (SORP) and are audited or independently examined as required.
• Monitor compliance with financial policies, procedures, and legal obligations specific to UK charities, with a focus on transparency to maintain donor trust.

Strategic Contribution:

• Provide financial insight and advice to the Board on matters affecting the foundation’s financial health.
• Contribute to the overall strategic direction of the foundation as a member of the Board.

Leadership:

• Lead on financial strategy and reporting, ensuring productive meetings and effective decision-making.
• Mentor and support other trustees in understanding financial matters, particularly within the context of UK charity regulations and the foundation’s mission.

Over the next 5-10 years we will be doubling the amount of housing we provide through 2 new Almshouses based in Blackfriars and Walworth and increasing our grant giving to £1m a year. We will be increasing the staff team, looking for a new CEO and Chair.

Who we are

Since the 1700’s, based on our founder’s philosophy, we have prided ourselves on being generous to those in need in Southwark.

We provide genuinely affordable housing.

We provide grants for organisations working with older people.

We provide financial support and social activities to older people in need, hardship or distress.

Through out out 300 year history we have helped 1000’s of people in Southwark.

The role

We are looking for Trustees who can:

Help us deliver our ambitious property development programme on time and to budget

Help us shape our future staff team and senior leadership

Help us shape our future business plan and review policies and processes

Our Vision: Expanding our contribution towards an equitable and inclusive society, where the older residents of Southwark (in need, hardship or distress) have access to long-term, truly affordable housing, allowing them the opportunity to lead independent, enjoyable and dignified lives in a safe, secure and supported environment.

Our Mission: To provide high quality, well-managed and truly affordable housing for the older residents of Southwark in social and/or financial need, as well as helping to enrich the lives of older residents in Southwark generally through grants to local community organisations and charities offering a variety of welfare and support services.

Our Values: In pursuing our Vision and Mission, we aim to be caring, kind and fair, generous, inclusive, ambitious, sustainable and professional in all our endeavours.

We are actively welcoming applications from women and people from the global majority to join our Board. You may have a strong connection with Southwark, experience of working with older people or a passion for improving housing or opportunities for people to live longer healthier and happier lives.

We do ask you can attend all our meetings. Full board meetings are held 4 times per year. You will also be asked to join one of our sub-groups depending on your skills and experience.

We ask our trustees to be able to commit to at least 6 – 8 hours a month and have time to read the relevant documents and paperwork. You should be willing to contribute to the debates and decision making for the organisation.

We can help with travel and childcare costs but the position is voluntary.

Trustees need to be over the age of 18.

Commitment: 2 days per week

If you are interested in joining the advice team, then after successfully completing the initial training, you can:

• Assist clients on reception.
• Speak to clients on our helpline.
• Support clients in person (we are opening lots more outreach locations across Barnet).
• Undertake administrative tasks supporting the advice team.

Purpose of the role

• To help provide an effective and efficient advice service to members of the public.
• To help influence government and other organisations by informing them of the effect of their actions on the lives of clients.

Qualities Required:

• Being open, approachable and non-judgmental.
• Ability to communicate effectively in writing and in person.
• A good level of literacy and numeracy skills.
• A good level of IT literacy.
• A commitment to the aims and principles of the Citizens Advice service.
• Ability to regularly commit to volunteering (commitment level depending on the role).
• Ability to commit to and work with the aims, principles and policies of the Citizens Advice service.

The Hope Projects work to help destitute asylum-seekers and others barred from public funds in the West Midlands. This includes the provision of Housing, Crisis Grants and Legal Advice for Homeless Asylum Seekers.

What will you be doing?

Responsibilities:

• Support and provide advice on Hope Projects’ purpose, vision, goals and activities.
• Approve operational strategies and policies, and monitor and evaluate their implementation.
• Oversee Hope Projects’ financial plans and budgets and monitor and evaluate progress.
• Ensure the effective and efficient administration of the organisation.
• Ensure that key risks are being identified, monitored and controlled effectively.
• Review and approve Hope Projects’ financial statements.
• Provide support and challenge to Hope Projects’ CEO in the exercise of their delegated authority and affairs.
• Keep abreast of changes in Hope Projects’ operating environment.
• Contribute to regular reviews of Hope Projects’ own governance.
• Attend Board meetings, adequately prepared to contribute to discussions.
• Use independent judgment, acting legally and in good faith to promote and protect Hope Projects’ interests, to the exclusion of their own personal and/or any third party interests.
• Contribute to the broader promotion of Hope Projects’ objects, aims and reputation by applying your skills, expertise, knowledge and contacts.

Time commitment

 (Estimated at 1 – 2 hours per month)

• Attending 5 Board meetings annually, including a AGM and Team Away Day.
• Currently meetings are held in person in Birmingham. Remote attendance can be arranged from time to time.

What are we looking for?

Experience:

• We are looking for a new trustee with lived experience of the asylum system. Your experience may have been recent or many years ago. Skills and experience in immigration law, mental health or fundraising would help strengthen the board but are less important than a commitment to Hope’s mission, the capacity to contribute to general governance and a sense of excitement about the journey we have set out on.

Personal skills and qualities:

• Willingness and ability to understand and accept their responsibilities and liabilities as trustees and to act in the best interests of the organisation.
• Ability to think creatively and strategically, exercise good, independent judgement and work effectively as a board member.
• Effective communication skills and willingness to participate actively in discussion.A strong personal commitment to equity, diversity and inclusion.
• Enthusiasm for our vision and mission.
• Willingness to lead according to our values.
• Commitment to Nolan’s seven principles of public life: selflessness, integrity, objectivity, accountability, openness, honesty and leadership.

 What difference will you make?

As a new trustee at Hope Projects, you will play a vital role in shaping the future of an organization dedicated to supporting some of the most vulnerable individuals in the UK. Over the next five years, we are committed to transforming how our Board operates by involving trustees with lived experience of the asylum system. Your insights will be invaluable in guiding the development of our services and organization, ensuring they remain grounded in the realities faced by those we serve.

We are looking for an Operations and Policy Trustee to join the board of the Jubilee Foodbank Market Harborough. We are a small registered charity, completely volunteer-run.

We are looking for someone who can:

• Ensure the Foodbank has appropriate procedures to comply with current legislation and good practice including health and safety; safeguarding & GDPR compliance/data protection etc.
• Ensure the charity’s policies and procedures are reviewed annually.
• Review policies to match what we do, including day to day procedures followed in store.
• Introduce new policies and procedures when and where necessary in order to keep things running simply and efficiently
• Ensure risk assessments and fire/electrical checks are kept up to date.
• Attend monthly Trustee meetings in Market Harborough, usually held on a weekday evening for approximately 2 hours.

We are looking for experienced volunteers to support with sessions teaching about sewing and designing, including things such as pattern cuttings and sewing techniques.

Research shows that craft activities release the feel-good hormone dopamine, provide a distraction from worries, gives people a creative outlet and sense of accomplishment and helps people feel happier.

What you will be doing

• To support with sewing sessions, involving individuals in the planning process where possible
• Inspire and motivate individuals to develop their sewing skills, assisting them in the creation of their projects and supporting them to brainstorm and use their own initiative
• Encourage individuals to continue independent activities
• Sharing skills for designing such as pattern cutting and sewing techniques.

The skills you need

• Good communications skills
• Ability to provide a supportive and inclusive atmosphere that encourages learning and participation
• Calm and patient approach
• Maintain discretion and judgement when dealing with sensitive and/or confidential information

What's in it for you

• Supporting You - You will have a dedicated volunteer supervisor to support you in your role; Quarterly volunteer forums with the central Volunteering team and volunteers across Hestia; References for job applications.
• Developing You - You will gain knowledge and insight into issues that impact Domestic Abuse, Modern Slavery and Mental Health; You will have access to our extensive Learning and Development Programme; 40% of our departed volunteers secured a paid role at Hestia last year!
• Valuing You - We hold annual Volunteer Awards, outings, celebration, and social events for our volunteers to get together and have some fun; We reimburse travel expenses and up to £5 for lunch for your volunteering.

Are you an experienced and qualified nutritionist and would like to inspire others by sharing your knowledge? We are looking for a Nutrition Volunteer to share with others their knowledge of how to make healthy meals on a budget. Having a healthy diet has shown to have positive effects on mental health and can reduce inflammation as well as alter neurotransmitters to reduce symptoms of depression.

What you will be doing

• Providing regular sessions on nutritional advise and how to prepare quick and healthy meals on a budget
• Promoting the benefits of eating healthily
• Promoting discussion and answering any questions that come up

The skills you need

• Qualified nutritionist
• Good communication skills
• Calm and patient approach
• Ability to provide a supportive, and inclusive atmosphere that encourages learning and participation

What's in it for you

• Supporting You - You will have a dedicated volunteer supervisor to support you in your role; Quarterly volunteer forums with the central Volunteering team and volunteers across Hestia; References for job applications
• Developing You - You will gain knowledge and insight into issues that impact Domestic Abuse, Modern Slavery and Mental Health; You will have access to our extensive Learning and Development Programme; 40% of our departed volunteers secured a paid role at Hestia last year!
• Valuing You - We hold annual Volunteer Awards and Celebration events; We reimburse travel expenses and up to £5 for lunch for your volunteering; We hold social events and outings for our volunteers to get together and have some fun