The Race for Life events are a series of routes around the country that give people of all ages, backgrounds, and abilities the chance to come together and help beat cancer.
In order to run events, they rely on the support of volunteers to assist on the day with a variety of roles from Bike Volunteers, Admin Manager to Marshalling and cheering on participants.
If you would like to join and become a volunteer, here is the link:
Reach Volunteering host a wide variety of activities across the Wirral Peninsula for those affected by dementia and their carers – all run by volunteers.
We are looking for an individual with three years social media experience, who can spare us a minimum of a couple of hours each week, to take responsibility for the charities social media activities.
Are you passionate about making a difference in the lives of those living with dementia and their carers? Dementia Together Wirral is seeking enthusiastic volunteers to take over our social media platforms and help us spread the word about our vital services!
As a volunteer social media coordinator, you will:
This is a fantastic opportunity to use your digital skills and creativity to support a meaningful cause. We are looking for an experienced social media guru.
The day-to-day challenges faced by those living with dementia often go unseen by the wider world but can be limiting to normal life. Public reaction to their quirks of behaviour, speech or movement may cause those with dementia to become reclusive and reluctant to share in gatherings, leading to social isolation. The objective of Dementia Together Wirral is to provide relief from the social isolation experienced by those affected by dementia and their carers, living across the Wirral Peninsula.
We hold a full calendar of dementia friendly social activities and day trips each month for our members. These activities provide a safe, friendly and supportive community, in which our members can relax and socialise. Not only are new memories made, sometimes old memories are revived, and the connection and friendship with other members and our volunteers is a welcome relief from their social isolation. For the carers, notes are compared and ‘tips or tricks’ and contacts are shared to ease their caring duties for when alone so making life more bearable when coping with those difficult tasks when giving care.
As a volunteer with Dementia Together Wirral, you play a vital role in supporting our charity, and extending our reach across the community we serve. Your contributions will help alleviate the social isolation many of our members experience. Thank you for considering volunteering with Dementia Together Wirral – your contribution will make a real difference.
To apply, see here
Applicants must successfully complete the appointment process (including acceptable personal enquiries and acceptance of Dogs for Good’s policies). It is expected that whilst volunteering for this role you will undertake regulated activity.
You may be volunteering as part of a team, or independently. Please be reassured that there are other volunteers and staff around all of the time to support you.
The amount of time you’ll need to give is very flexible with this role. It may be an hour a week, or any amount of hours per week should you be able to. This role you are in control of the time you can give and when you decide to volunteer with us. Every hour you give will be hugely appreciated and valuable.
To apply, see here
Do you want to be part of one of the most exciting island restoration projects on our shores? If yes, we have the perfect volunteer opportunity for you.
We are looking for an organised person with excellent communication skills to join our team and to help support our sites and operations.
The role will be supporting the LIFE Raft project on beautiful Rathlin Island, just off the coast of County Antrim. The project is working to save NI’s most important seabird colony from invasive non-native rats and ferrets – Puffins, Guillemots, Razorbills and other seabirds are all in danger. Over the past year the project has eradicated nearly all of the ferrets from the island. Now, moving into the second year, we will be focusing on the rats and bringing in volunteers to help.
We will be asking for people to support with making bait stations and wax blocks, clearing harbourage on island, reviewing camera trap images, transporting goods from the mainland, and updating the website (amongst other things!). There’s a whole host of skills needed and this volunteer coordinator role is an amazing opportunity to help this project succeed.
Volunteer Coordinators undertake a wide range of tasks, including:
– Dealing with queries from potential new volunteers who get in touch.
– Being the first point of contact for our existing volunteers and answering general queries.
– Lead on advertising new volunteer roles (on the RSPB and external websites, in the local community)
– Set up interviews with potential volunteers and assist with induction administration.
– Administrative tasks such as recording volunteer hours, registering new volunteers on our database, organising rotas and processing expenses claims.
– Supporting the project manager with volunteer administration and recruitment as necessary.
You’ll be trained in everything you need to know beforehand and we’ll support you in your role every step of the way.
Beneficial skills for this role are:
– Excellent organisational skills and attention to detail.
– You need to be a great people person, friendly and approachable.
– Excellent telephone manner and written communication skills.
– An ability to lead/inspire others and work as part of a team.
– Creative and forward thinking.
– Computer literacy.
– Ability to work on own initiative and as part of a small team.
– Excellent record keeper.
– Happy to work from home or office.
– Tact/diplomacy.
This is a rewarding and enjoyable role. You will be part of a small and friendly international team of staff and volunteers, ranging from rope access climbers, to eradication specialists, to trappers. This is a chance to gain experience in working with people of all ages and to learn new skills and develop existing ones.
There is room for development within the role, an opportunity to volunteer for additional days or role-share.
You’d be helping us to ensure that volunteers have a rewarding and enjoyable time with us. It’s a wonderful opportunity to make a genuine contribution to wildlife conservation.
To apply, see here
We are looking for work party volunteers to join us on Woolston Eyes SSSI in Warrington, where RSPB help to manage the reserve for nature. Nature reserves are special places for people and wildlife and we rely on volunteers to keeps these habitats thriving and in good shape. This role is not suitable for under 18’s.
It might seem like these wild places have always just been there. But quite often we have to work really hard to maintain habitats to be in the best condition for wildlife. We have lost a lot of wild landscapes, so the small places that we do have, need a bit of extra care.
As a Reserve Work Party Volunteer you will be joining a regular practical work party team to undertake practical habitat management tasks:
– Cutting and clearing vegetation.
– Maintaining and managing tools and equipment.
– Creating and maintaining visitor infrastructure, such as paths and benches.
– Following annual work plans.
– Following Health and Safety protocols.
If you enjoy being outdoors, meeting new people and hands on conservation work, then this role could be the perfect opportunity for you. This role does involve a reasonable amount of physical activity, so will enable you to keep your fitness levels high, as well as helping your mental health and wellbeing. You will have the satisfaction of knowing that you are making a genuine contribution to nature conservation, and you might find it rewarding to safeguard nature in the area you are working to protect.
We are a friendly and supportive team. If you are volunteering to learn new skills and gain knowledge about wildlife conservation work, you will find that our team will be more than happy to help you on that journey.
To apply, see here
Across the UK, our 270 local groups play a vital part in supporting people affected by MS. They provide sense of belonging, unity and friendship. And they deliver services and support for their local MS community.
We are looking to recruit an Activities Volunteer for the West Lancashire Group. As our local group Activities Volunteer you’ll help us to set up activities in the area. Whether you’re serving refreshments, talking to people, registering attendees or collecting payments, you’ll be making sure everyone feel welcome.
In this role you’ll be able to develop your organisation, communication and team working skills. Most importantly you’ll be supporting your local group to run activities that bring friendship and fun to your local MS Community.
To apply, see here
Local groups are run by volunteers and offer friendship and support to people living with Parkinson’s, their families and carers. The Support Group Finance Contact leads and guides the finances within the group.
To apply, see here
WEA is the largest adult education charity in the UK. By being a Local Advisory Panel member for Liverpool City Region you understand local need and create opportunities in your local community.
Your chance to shape adult education near you
Are you passionate about your community? Do you want to unlock the potential of local people and create opportunities for them?
By joining a WEA Local Advisory Panel (LAP), you could play a critical role in helping the largest adult education charity in the UK understand local need and do just that.
Many think technical skills and higher education are the solution to their community’s challenges. But approachable, friendly education in core employability and community engagement skills could just unlock the confidence, team-working, talent and interest of local adults and are just as important.
The WEA’s mission is to bring adult education in reach of everyone who needs it, fighting inequality and promoting social justice.
To apply, see here
Calling all budding event staff! Sound City are looking for volunteers to join them at Sound City 2024 in a range of roles including stewards, box office, photography, marketing, artist liason, and more.
If you’re looking to grow your event experience AND gain free entry to Sound City 2024 across the weekend apply here.
Applications close 31 March. Please reach out to volunteers@soundcity.uk.com with any enquiries.
Local groups are run by volunteers and offer friendship and support to people living with Parkinson’s, their families and carers. The Support Group Finance Contact leads and guides the finances within the group.