Remote Volunteer Roles

Lead the board of the Elizabeth Casson Trust and support the development of occupational therapists and the profession in the UK and internationally.

Applications close Monday 17th February.

Location: Remote (with occasional travel for meetings and events)

Who we are

The Elizabeth Casson Trust was established in 1948 to further the profession of occupational therapy and support the development of occupational therapists within the UK and beyond. We have developed as an organisation through the years but have always worked to stay true to the pioneering spirit of Dr Elizabeth Casson.

The Trust supports the development of occupational therapists through a variety of funding opportunities that focus on clinical and leadership skills, research and its translation into practice.

We achieve this through a wide variety of funding to support continued education, mentoring and leadership development, research and specific projects through our innovation awards to respond to current and emerging needs.

We stay connected to our profession, professionals and, through them, to people who use occupational therapy to ensure the relevance and sustainability of the Trust.

We provide support and development in the most accessible way and ensure equality and diversity from the Board through funding awards to our future focus.

As we continue to deliver our current strategic plan for 2020-2025 and have welcomed a new Executive Officer, we look to the future in anticipation of creating our next strategy.

Our current Chair, Dee Christie, will come to the end of her term in October 2025, and we are looking to appoint a new Chair who can join the organisation and experience a period of occasional shadowing of our current Chair. We hope that this approach will support a smooth transition before the new Chair takes up their role in October 2025.

About the role

The board has 12 trustees, including 9 occupational therapists, one of which is our Chair. The Chair isn’t just another governance role – it’s an opportunity to champion a profession that supports people to get on with life in the way that they choose.

As Chair, you will be working with a diverse, forward-thinking board that embraces fresh perspectives and bold ideas. You’ll be leading the Board of a charity that is committed to pushing boundaries and breaking down barriers. We’re looking for someone who can:

• Drive strategic vision: Contribute to shaping the future of occupational therapy by steering our new five-year strategy from 2025. Your insights will help transform how we support and develop the OT profession.
• Build meaningful connections: Foster partnerships with key stakeholders and be an ambassador for both the Trust and the OT profession.
• Champion inclusive leadership: Lead a board that celebrates diversity of thought and experience. We’re serious about creating an environment where every voice matters and contributes to our success.

Our new Chair will bring a mix of professional expertise and personal qualities that align with our values. As a qualified Occupational Therapist, you’ll bring authentic understanding to the role, but it’s not just about qualifications. We’re looking for someone who has proven leadership experience, has either trustee, non-executive or board member experience and strategic insight, and shows natural diplomatic flair and emotional intelligence whilst understanding the legal responsibilities that come with charity leadership.

You’ll thrive here if you:

• Get excited about nurturing talent and bringing out the best in people
• Love building bridges between ideas, people, and organisations
• Believe in the power of good governance to drive positive change
• Embody the values of the Trust and can lead by example

You will lead our governance while keeping things dynamic and engaging. You will create an environment where innovative ideas flourish and, together with the board, ensure our investment decisions align with our values and ambitions.

We are committed to ensuring the diversity of our board, so we expressly encourage applications from a wide range of applicants, including individuals who will approach discussions through a different lens and bring a range of life experiences. This includes the characteristics protected by UK law (age, disability, gender identity, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief, sex, and sexual orientation), as well as socio-economic background and ways of thinking.

Time commitment

The Board meets four times a year, twice online (January and July) and twice in person in London (April and October), with our April meeting combining our Away Day and our October meeting our AGM.

The time commitment is the equivalent of 2 – 3 days a month, which includes meeting preparation, ad hoc conversations with the trustees, 1:1s with our Executive Officer, and representation at external events. Our Chair also attends our Finance Advisory Group usually once a quarter for 30 minutes online.

This is more than a traditional Chair role — it’s an opportunity to be part of a movement shaping occupational therapy. If you’re ready to combine your leadership skills with purpose-driven impact, we want to hear from you!

Please click 'Apply via website’ to be redirected to the Peridot Partners website, where you can find full details of the candidate profile and register your interest to apply.

Applications for this role close Monday 17th February.

This is an opportunity to support and extend God's Kingdom abroad from your own home.

We are looking for someone with the qualities of reliability, communication skills, teamwork, compassion, encouragement, faith in God, common sense and openness to the Holy Spirit's guidance. Spiritual gifts of administration, wisdom, knowledge and giving are welcome!

As treasurer you will be expected to:

1. Maintain an ongoing record of all financial activities and transactions.
2. Manage the bank accounts.
3. Prepare half-yearly and annual accounts.
4. Receive and bank postal donations, and send formal letters of thanks to the donors.
5. Receive notifications of online donations and respond to donors with an email of thanks.
6. Attend online trustees’ meetings to report, contribute and advise.
7. Make payments and grants as agreed by the management team.
8. Make an annual return of Gift Aid claims to HMRC.
9. (Optional but preferred) Seek funding from institutions and grant-making trusts.
10. Keep members of the management team informed about significant donations or other relevant developments.
11. Pray.

We shall give priority to a candidate who is willing to become a trustee.

All the management team work on a voluntary basis, but approved expenses can be covered.

Written evidence of your ability and experience relevant to the role will be required including any relevant qualifications in accountancy, etc., as well as satisfactory character references, including one from a person in authority in the applicant's local church.

Please make initial contact with the Director, Brenda Gooding, via the contact details on the Chile for Christ website by email or letter, explaining your interest and qualifications. Include your telephone number and state that you saw this advertisement on the Charity Job website.

Closing date for applications: 28th February 2025.

Can you commit to volunteering for a minimum of 2 years? 

Do you have 2 to 4 hours spare a month? 

Do you live in Gloucestershire?

Would you like to befriend a child or young person in care and make a long-term friendship with them? 

If yes, then volunteering for Reconstruct may suit you.

An Independent Visitor is a volunteer adult who forms a lasting friendship with a child or young person in care. They provide support by spending time together, helping them explore new interests, develop skills, and enjoy hobbies. This might include outings like trips to the cinema, bowling, or a walk in the park.

You must be 21 +, available with a flexible schedule usually weekends, and able to commit to at least 2 years. As a volunteer, you would spend around 2-4 hours each month with the child/young person with whom you are matched.

Commitment is important because a child or young people need a consistent and dependable adult in their lives to help build trust and form a positive relationship.

Each volunteer is carefully matched with a child or young person from their local area.  The matching process is really important to ensure that you and your young person get the most out of the visits.

WHAT DO INDEPENDENT VISITORS DO?

• Visit a child or young person every month, offering them a trusted and dependable adult friend.
• Build a consistent, positive relationship that helps foster trust and confidence.
• Spend quality time together, introducing new activities and experiences outside their placement.
• Support the child's growth by boosting self-esteem, strengthening mental health, and helping them build new social connections beyond the care system.

WHAT SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE DO YOU NEED?

· People Skills – Ability to build rapport easily and connect with children and young people.

· Communication – Excellent communication and written skills.

· Committed – Willing to commit to a child or young person for at least two years#

· Role Model – A positive role model for a child or young person

Examples of activities can include:

• Sports
• Play football. 
• Cinema
• Bowling
• Go to the library
• Take a nature walk or have a picnic in a nearby park.

You will receive a budget for each visit to cover activities, along with reimbursement of your expenses. This will include travel and parking, ensuring you are never out of pocket.

As part of the recruitment process, candidates will need to attend an interview and complete the necessary training for the role. We will conduct safer recruitment checks, which will include an Enhanced DBS check.

To find out more visit Volunteer with us - Reconstruct UK

Befriending Volunteer

You can make a difference…Age UK Wandsworth is a small, local, independent charity that has been working with older people in the area since 1963. We rely on your support to keep serving the older residents with in the Wamdsworth community. We have a dedicated team of experienced staff and a large network of dedicated local volunteers. Our aim is to enable everyone to age well in Wandsworth. We would love your help to be able to continue to support older Wandsworth residents.

Our Be-a-Friend service is one of our longest running services, matching people over 65, who live alone and have limited social contact, with a friendly local volunteer with similar hobbies and interests. The volunteer and their new friend set up a suitable time for them to meet each week for a chat and a cup of tea, which could be during the day, in the evening on the way home from work or even on the weekends . If you would prefer to volunteer from home, you can also be matched with an older person for telephone befriending. For many of our matched pairs, this is the beginning of a firm friendship. 

Befriending Plus

Befriending Plus is an extended version of the Be-a-Friend programme, for individulas needing help with life admin and small tasks as well as companionship. For Befriending Plus pairs, time spent together can include helping to use a phone or tablet, helping the client to organise their file, going out for a coffee or popping to the post office together. This support can help older people to stay independent at home for longer, as well as increasing their confidence to do these tasks when the volunteer is not there.

Befriending Volunteer

You can make a difference…Age UK Wandsworth is a small, local, independent charity that has been working with older people in the area since 1963. We rely on your support to keep serving the older residents with in the Wamdsworth community. We have a dedicated team of experienced staff and a large network of dedicated local volunteers. Our aim is to enable everyone to age well in Wandsworth. We would love your help to be able to continue to support older Wandsworth residents.

Our Be-a-Friend service is one of our longest running services, matching people over 65, who live alone and have limited social contact, with a friendly local volunteer with similar hobbies and interests. The volunteer and their new friend set up a suitable time for them to meet each week for a chat and a cup of tea, which could be during the day, in the evening on the way home from work or even on the weekends . If you would prefer to volunteer from home, you can also be matched with an older person for telephone befriending. For many of our matched pairs, this is the beginning of a firm friendship. 

Befriending Plus

Befriending Plus is an extended version of the Be-a-Friend programme, for individulas needing help with life admin and small tasks as well as companionship. For Befriending Plus pairs, time spent together can include helping to use a phone or tablet, helping the client to organise their file, going out for a coffee or popping to the post office together. This support can help older people to stay independent at home for longer, as well as increasing their confidence to do these tasks when the volunteer is not there.

The Legal Trustee will participate in all areas of our governance but take a special interest in the legal implications of the strategy and governance. The Legal Trustee will not be an expert in all legal matters, nor will they act as the Trust’s legal representative, but will use their sound legal training and experience to support with the Board’s understanding and interpretation. Knowledge of UK wide midwifery provision would also be an advantage but not essential.

The Legal Trustee will be a UK-based practising or non-practising solicitor, legal executive, barrister or have other equivalent legal experience. It is essential that you have experience of giving legal and governance advice on sensitive multi party complex issues.  Legal Experience in the areas of maternity, health and safety, and/or employment law would be an advantage 

Outside of meetings, all Trustees are expected to spend 2-4 hours a fortnight on Iolanthe Trustee work to further the organisation’s work and mission. The legal Trustee is expected to check and to respond to emails at least once a week.

Students4Students is a member led national organisation which has c.100 members split across 4 branches. As a CIO it has a duty to engage with members and provide members the opportunity to elect trustees and hold the leadership to account for decisions at an AGM. Students4Students wants to improve the level of participation in our internal democracy and ensure that AGMs are appealing and relevant to all members.

We also want to increase engagement with its members, all year round, outside of the AGM. Students4Students is looking to build new channels of engaging with members, including developing an alumni programme for our volunteers who have graduated from our core programmes.

Responsibilities and duties

The post-holder will be responsible for engaging members in Students4Students internal democracy and ensuring the organisation meets its responsibilities as a CIO

• Organising the AGM
• Improving engagement in Students4Students internal democracy
• Improving engagement with the organisation’s members
• Improving dialogue between Trustees and members
• Promoting members interests within the organisation
• Owning and managing the processes for how S4S interacts with existing members of our alumni network
• Working with our community and events lead to create engaging events for alumni and current members.
• Design and execute a multi-year alumni network strategy.
• Overall, owning and overseeing communication between and to our members, ensuring their rights are upheld and they are kept informed and engaged with S4S operations

We are idealy looking for somebody with experience of member led organisations and and understanding of the processes associated with them. 

We are looking for somebody with experience and skills in people and project management, who are keen to get involved in desgning and implementing new programmes, and supporting organisation-wide communications.

Key requirements

i. Experience managing key relationships and stakeholders

ii. Experience with comms

iii. Experience running events

Optional requirements

i. Experience working in a non-profit setting

ii. Experience working in an educational setting

iii. Experience working with student volunteers (Preferred but not essential)

Vista is changing.

Join Our Team as a Volunteer Financial Advisor

Do you have a deep understanding of charity finances, but don’t want to be tied to a trustee role? By joining Vista for the next 12 to 24 months as a Volunteer Financial Advisor, you'll play a crucial role in supporting Vista transform. Your financial expertise will help us:

·Enhance Services: Ensure we have the resources to provide vital services to those in need.

·Empower Individuals: Support programs that empower individuals to lead better lives.

·Strengthen Our Impact: Help us reach more people and make a lasting difference in our community.

Ready to use your financial skills for a great cause? Apply today and join our dedicated team at Vista! Together, we can transform the lives of people affected by sight loss.

Location: Mostly remote; head office in Leicester with regular video calls.

Compensation: This is a voluntary role, but we will reimburse reasonable expenses.

Time Commitment: Attend monthly online meetings, regular calls with finance leaders, and additional meetings as needed.

Read the role description in the attachment below. We are reviewing CV’s as they come in. Send a CV and a few lines on why you wish to be considered for this role as soon as possible.

The National Fire Chiefs Council is looking for a new Independent Trustee to join its Board of Trustees to help drive forward the strategic direction of the NFCC.

This is an exciting time to be joining, with the independent Chair of Trustees, Nick Ross CBE now in his second year in role and with the charity moving forward with ambitious plans for the future.

The National Fire Chiefs Council (NFCC) Ltd is a registered charity representing the professional voice of the United Kingdom’s fire and rescue services.

Its purpose is:

• to lead, co-ordinate and support effective prevention, protection and emergency response to reduce the loss of life, personal injury and damage to property and the environment which can arise from fire, accident, major incidents and other emergencies.
• to support fire and rescue services in transforming their role to meet changing demands and resources for the benefit of the society.
• to promote effective service delivery working with partner organisations, governments, private sector bodies and the community.

As a charity, NFCC is governed by a Board of Trustees, supported by the Chiefs Council who lead on establishing strategies and policies for fire and rescue services, and developing standards, tools and guidance in the furtherance of the NFCC’s objects.

We are now seeking an individual from outside of the fire sector to join our board.  Initially serving a term of three years, renewable for one further term, the time commitment will be up to 10 days per year.

We are particularly seeking applicants with skills and experience in one or more of the following areas:

• Strategic Human Resources and organisational change
• Equality, Diversity and Inclusion and culture change
• Commercial and business development

The role is unremunerated, but Trustees may be paid all reasonable travelling, hotel and other out of pocket expenses incurred in connection with Trustee meetings.

The Charity has a newly established Nominations Committee which is overseeing the recruitment process of all Trustee vacancies and interviews for this Trustee position will be conducted by members of the committee.

If you would like an informal discussion about the role please email Helen Nightingale so that this can be arranged. All informal approaches will be treated confidentially.

To apply for the position please click on 'apply via Website' which will take you to the NFCC website. Click on the 'Apply now' button at the bottom of the page. You will need to complete the short application form and email this along with your accompanying in CV to Helen Nightingale by Wednesday 12th February 2025.  

**Please note, if both the application form and CV are not received, it may risk your application not being shortlisted**

We are a Charity Christian Organization based in Manchester and we are looking for a trustee who will join our board. By becoming a trustee for us mean you will be happy with our aims and objectives.

You must be a born again Christian with either trusteeship experience or any professional background. Someone with no trusteeship experience or no any professional background would be considered also as long as you are happy with our aims and objectives

If this sounds like you, please get in touch with us as soon as possible for more info or to apply.

**NOTE** UK RESIDENTS ONLY *** ANY OTHER  APPLICATIONS OUTSIDE UK WILL BE AUTOMATICALLY REJECTED ***

Fresh Outlooks Required

We are part of the largest counselling service in England and Wales and need a trustee to act as our Treasurer, to help us develop our services in Worcestershire, Herefordshire and Gloucestershire. 

The waiting lists for non-crisis support within the NHS Healthy minds programme is over 4 years in our area, so we provide a much- needed service. However, we cannot keep up with demand either, so we need to grow.  Can you help? Can you spare a few hours a month to support what we do by working with a varied team of trustees and colleagues to further develop the charity and its services.   

You will be part of the Board of Trustees and in this role you will contribute to the strategic direction of the charity. Your input into regularly reviewing our services against the agreed business objectives will be vital to help our charity to further develop its reach into the local community.

The Treasurer will need to be accountancy qualified or part qualified and be prepared to spend a few hours a month collating the management accounts.

For more information on what we do go to the Relate Severn and Wye web pages

St Aidan’s JCR CIO at Durham University is committed to enhancing the student experience.

Why Join Us?
St Aidan’s College is a vibrant and inclusive community, dedicated to supporting students in
their academic and personal development, and enhancing the wider student experience.
As Chair of the Board of Trustees, you will have the opportunity to shape the future of our Junior
Common Room and contribute to the success of our students.
If you are ready to take on this rewarding leadership role, we encourage you to apply and help
us drive forward our mission.

We promote the interests and welfare of students during their course of study, acting as the
recognised representative channel between students, St Aidan’s College and external bodies,
while supporting a diverse range of social, sporting, cultural and recreational activities and
societies.
Do you want to contribute your experience and insights to a recently independent Durham
University JCR Charitable Incorporated Organisation (CIO)? Can you lead a Board of Trustees
to develop and enhance the St Aidan’s JCR?
Are you passionate about fostering student development and driving inclusive, positive change?
Do you have a background in Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion (EDI), Human Resources (HR),
or a blend of financial and legal expertise?
If so, we would love you to apply for the position of Chair of the Board of Trustees.

Key Responsibilities:
● Provide strategic leadership to the Board and support the development of the JCR,
ensuring the organisation is aligned with the college’s and the CIO’s goals and values.
● Oversee governance and ensure the smooth running of board meetings, ensuring all
Board members contribute effectively to decision-making processes.
● Drive initiatives that promote student development, fostering an inclusive environment
that supports the welfare and academic growth of students.
● Ensure adherence to EDI principles within all JCR activities and initiatives.
● Advise on financial oversight, ensuring the JCR’s financial practices are sustainable,
transparent, and compliant with regulatory requirements.
● Awareness of relevant legal matters to ensure that the JCR adheres to relevant laws and
regulations, especially those related to student welfare, data protection, and employment
practices, and those relating to being a registered charity.
● Act as a bridge between the JCR and college leadership, advocating for students and
ensuring their voice is central to the college's strategy.
● Responsibility for the employment, and supervision of, the CIO’s single employee who is
the elected JCR President.

We are looking for:
● Proven experience in student development, educational settings, or governance within
an academic or non-profit organisation
● Strong communication, organisational, and leadership skills, with the ability to manage
multiple priorities.
● A collaborative approach, with experience in building consensus and working with
diverse stakeholders.
● Board or Committee experience in some capacity.

It would be helpful if you have:
 Financial or legal experience, preferably with an understanding of non-profit or student
organisation management.
 Experience in EDI or HR, with a focus on creating inclusive environments.
 Demonstrable ability and experience in advising organisations on information
management and/or GDPR and/or cybersecurity.
 Previous experience as a board chair.

The board meets at least four times a year, two of which we hold in Durham and two of which
are held remotely.

You will be appointed for a period of up to 4 years.

Starfish is an international development charity aiming to bring life, hope and opportunity to children in South Africa who have been orphaned or made vulnerable through HIV/AIDS and poverty. Starfish are looking for an enthusiastic person who is passionate about international development with good writing skills. The internship will be varied and include: researching trusts and foundations, writing applications, sending out applications & reports, managing progress on a centralised calendar, using your initiative. The Starfish UK London office is fairly small and therefore you will become very much part of the team, being able to experience the operations of a dynamic international charity. This is a great opportunity to gain invaluable experience and enhance your CV. Desired experience - Use of Microsoft packages, organisational skills, good communication skills, research skills and the ability to work well in a team.

This position is for 3 days a week, working from home, potential for hybrid in central London office. Interviews mid Jan 2025 start for immediate start. 

Barefoot and Free are looking for a creative volunteer who has fresh ideas with the expertise and passion to make them a reality.

What will you be doing?

A wonderful opportunity for a vibrant creative individual to come up with new fundraising ideas and put them into practice.

We would love to hear from anyone who is passionate about fundraising and loves organising events, from cake sales to fun runs. If you feel you are someone who can motivate others, steer current and new supporters to sign up and support them to organise their fundraising events and organise our own fundraising charity events then get in touch..... we need your help.

This event organising role is an important role, it will help bring in much needed funds to support what we do.

What are we looking for?

We’d love someone who is passionate about supporting the families we serve, someone who is creative and can put a plan in action, someone who has had experience in successful fundraising activities, events or online success. Bringing in new supporters, organise events or comeup with some new ideas.

What difference will you make?

We are a small charity fighting hard to support our families, as we grow, we need to bring in more funding, could you be the person to support us? Are you creative with vibrant ideas that could work boost our fundraising?

Your support will help us to grow and support more families, our families are extremely important to us, we support amazing children and young people fighting big issues due to neurodiversity or trauma resulting in mental health issues, we work hard as a team to fund staycations so our families can breathe and take a break so they can recuperate to face the challenges they so unfairly face. You will have the chance to make a huge difference to the lives of the vulnerable families we support at Barefoot and Free.

We can’t wait to see what you can do! Please get in touch.