9 Volunteer Assistant jobs in the United Kingdom

THIS IS AN UNPAID ROLE

The Blockchain & Climate Institute (BCI) is an international volunteers-led think tank supporting and advocating the application of blockchain technology in the global fight against climate change.

We are looking to recruit a highly motivated and enthusiastic Chief Operating Officer / Assistant Director-General to join our Executive leadership team (based remotely). The ideal candidate is driven and experienced, and looking to make a difference in international climate change governance.

The successful candidate will support the Director-General and head up the Human Capital & Administration Division to discharge relevant operational management duties. With the support of Principal Executive Officers leading two branches (IT & Recruitment), your main responsibilities will include but are not limited to:

• Coordinating the operations of the volunteers' recruitment branch and IT support branch;
• Drafting and preparing all relevant internal policy documents;
• Developing and implementing operational policies and procedures under the instruction of the Director-General;
• Managing personnel matters among volunteers; and
• Managing other ad-hoc administrative activities, and project requirements as needed, etc.

Requirements

Skills & Abilities

• Excellent English writing skills, including the ability to develop effective working relationships, work flexibly across professional and operational boundaries, and communicate professionally with internal and external stakeholders at all levels;
• Proven ability to effectively multitask and prioritise work;
• Excellent problem-solving skills;
• The ability to follow instructions, respect authority and excellent reporting skills is a must; and
• Excellent attention to detail and proactive attitude is an indispensable skills required for this role

General & Specialist Knowledge

• Proficiency in the use of Microsoft Office; and
• Some knowledge on topics central to the BCI such as climate change, climate finance and blockchain technology preferred.

Education & Training 

• Educated to degree level (second degree and/or professional qualification preferable, but not essential)

Relevant Experience

• At least five years of experience working in a similar role is essential, preferably acquired in a not-for-profit environment, the experience can be varied;
• Excellent use of Microsoft Office package, including Outlook, Word, Excel, Powerpoint is essential to perform in this role.
• Experience in building constructive relationships with stakeholders; and
• Experience in working independently and with teams to drive forward projects using own initiative.

Benefits

This is a great first step to take to gain experience for an industry change into climate action and/or emerging tech. It is also a great opportunity for those wanting to take some time to get involved in changing the world and work with like-minded people in a prominent global event with ministerial delegations and renowned thought leaders on climate change in the world.

Blockchain and other emerging technologies. Climate change and sustainability. These are two hot topic groups that have been headlining media outlets, dominating conferences & events, and gaining increasing traction in research and pilot projects. BCI is here as an expert platform to help governments, inter-governmental and regional organisations as well as relevant corporates to negotiate the complex landscape of emerging technologies for environmental good. We cement our expertise by putting in the hard work in researching, identifying and analysing the applications of emerging technologies so that informed decisions can be made by the stakeholders in the climate change and action network.

The BCI Communications team aims to tell the BCI story and our role in driving innovation to mitigate climate change and create a cleaner and greener future. As a think-tank and advocacy group for such a major issue, we understand the importance of being a credible expert and advisor which is why it is essential to demonstrate our research-driven approach to the relevant stakeholders.

Selection Process

As a voluntary organization, we are pleased to open the door for candidates who may not have the prior experience they need to start, progress, or switch their careers. To recruit the most suitable, talented, or potential new members out of the volume of applications received, it is the BCI’s policy to also consider inexperienced candidates to fill our voluntary unpaid roles as long as they can demonstrate the skills required in the written assessment. In the selection process, most candidates will be invited to complete the following assessment.

Section A: Verbal and Numerical Reasoning (20 multiple-choice questions)

Section B: Situation Judgement Test (20 multiple-choice questions)

Section C: In-Tray Exercise (An open-ended assessment relevant to the duties of the role)

Candidates who pass all three sections will be invited to attend a phone screening, first interview, and final interview online.

THIS IS AN UNPAID VOLUNTEER ROLE.

Role Title: Assistant Director General (Director of HR & Operations)

Role Nature: Volunteer

Location: Home-based

Time commitment: average 20 hours a week.

The Blockchain & Climate Institute (BCI) is an international volunteers-led think tank dedicated to supporting and advocating the application of blockchain technology in the global fight against climate change.

What will you be doing?

We are seeking a dedicated and experienced VOLUNTEER to fill the role of Assistant Director General (voluntary unpaid role). As the Assistant Director General , you will be responsible for overseeing all aspects of human resources and operational functions within BCI. This includes HR strategy development, policy implementation, staffing, training and development, IT Support, and operational execution to ensure that our organization runs smoothly and efficiently.

The ideal candidate should be an innovative leader with a passion for organizational development and an understanding of the intricacies of HR management in a non-profit context. The successful candidate will possess strong managerial skills, the ability to work collaboratively across teams, and the capacity to drive organizational performance improvement.

Responsibilities:

• Develop and implement HR strategies and initiatives aligned with the overall business strategy;
• Oversee recruitment, onboarding, training, and performance management processes;
• Ensure compliance with labor regulations and best HR practices;
• Provide leadership and guidance to HR team members and organizational staff;
• Oversee the operational functionality of the organization, driving continuous improvement in processes;
• Oversee the IT support department;
• Collaborate with other directors to support the strategic growth objectives of BCI;
• Analyze the effectiveness of HR initiatives and operational practices; provide recommendations for process improvements; and
• Facilitate communication and collaboration among teams to optimize organizational performance.

Requirements

Education & Training

• Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field; advanced degrees (MBA or equivalent) preferred.

Relevant Experience

• Significant experience in human resource management or operations in a non-profit or similar environment;
• Proven experience as an HR leader or senior operations manager;
• Experience in developing and implementing HR policies and procedures;
• Strong knowledge of HR best practices, labor legislation, and regulations;
• Previous experience working with volunteers or in an environment with a volunteer workforce is an advantage.

Skills and Abilities

• Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to build strong relationships at all levels;
• Excellent organizational skills and ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously;
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills;
• Ability to work collaboratively in a multidimensional team environment;
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite and HR management systems (Workable).

Join us in making a meaningful impact in the fight against climate change through innovative technologies like blockchain. Become a part of BCI's efforts and help shape the future of human capital management.

Benefits

Blockchain and other emerging technologies. Climate change and sustainability. These are two hot topic groups that have been headlining media outlets, dominating conferences & events, and gaining increasing traction in research and pilot projects. BCI is here as an expert platform to help governments, inter-governmental and regional organizations to negotiate the complex landscape of emerging technologies for environmental good. We cement our expertise by putting in the hard work in researching, identifying, and analyzing the applications of emerging technologies so that informed decisions can be made by the stakeholders in the climate change and action network.

What's in it for the volunteer?

Benefits you will get from volunteering with BCI are enormous and some include:

• You will hone or learn new skills including research, presentation, writing, professional etiquette.
• You will advance and boost your professional career by helping you to make professional connections and giving you real-world experience at the intersection between climate and emerging technologies; and
• Help you develop long-lasting professional relationships with others. People who come together to make the world a better place forge a close connection.

Selection Process

In the selection process, candidates will be invited to complete the following assessment.

Section A: Verbal and Numerical Reasoning (20 multiple-choice questions)

Section B: Situation Judgement Test (20 multiple-choice questions)

Section C: In-Tray Exercise (An open-ended assessment relevant to the duties of the role)

Candidates who pass all three sections will be invited to attend a first interview and a final interview online.

Do you want to support people with mental health issues in a moment of crisis?

Are you calm, non-judgemental and able to work effectively with people experiencing distress?

If you can embody our values ofHope, Courage, Togetherness , andResponsiveness , and want to help others build resilience and manage their wellbeing, wed love to hear from you.

Community Outreach Worker (Community Support Service)
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Job Specification - Band 6 Occupational Therapist (Community Neuro Service)

Role: Occupational Therapist
Banding: 6
Location: Newham - Community Neuro Service
Start Date: ASAP
Contract: 2.5 months (initial)
Hours: 0.6 WTE

Overview
We are seeking an experienced Band 6 Occupational Therapist to join a Community Neuro Service on a locum basis. This is an exciting opportunity to work within a supportive MDT and make a real impact on patients' recovery and independence.

Key Responsibilities:

Build therapeutic relationships with clients and their families/carers, using advanced communication and interpersonal skills.

Assess and identify functional, physical, cognitive, perceptual and sensory deficits using standardised and non-standardised assessments.

Determine occupational therapy aims and treatment goals as part of the overall care plan, based on assessment analysis and risk evaluation.

Formulate and implement intervention plans to reduce the impact of disability and ill health.

Collaborate with clients and their families/carers to select interventions that balance risk, safety, independence, and cost-effectiveness.

Develop specialised OT treatment programmes tailored to patient goals and priorities.

Requirements:

Degree in Occupational Therapy and HCPC registration.

Previous Band 6 experience in neuro, community, or similar settings.

Strong assessment and caseload management skills.

Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.

Ability to work independently and within a multidisciplinary team.

Eden Brown Synergy is an equal opportunities employer.

Eden Brown Limited is a limited company registered in England and Wales with registered number (phone number removed). Our registered address is 5th floor 4 Coleman Street, London, EC2R 5AR, part of nGAGE Specialist Recruitment Limited T/A nGAGE Talent. Please consider the environment before printing this e-mail. This message is intended solely for the addressee and may contain confidential information. If you have received this message in error, please send it back to us, and immediately and permanently delete it. Do not use, copy or disclose the information contained in this message or in any attachment. We take reasonable precautions to ensure no viruses are present in this email but cannot accept responsibility for any loss or damage sustained as a result of computer viruses and the recipient must ensure that the email (and attachments) are virus free.

Job Specification - Band 6 Occupational Therapist (Community Neuro Service)

Role: Occupational Therapist
Banding: 6
Location: Newham - Community Neuro Service
Start Date: ASAP
Contract: 2.5 months (initial)
Hours: 0.6 WTE

Overview
We are seeking an experienced Band 6 Occupational Therapist to join a Community Neuro Service on a locum basis. This is an exciting opportunity to work within a supportive MDT and make a real impact on patients' recovery and independence.

Key Responsibilities:

Build therapeutic relationships with clients and their families/carers, using advanced communication and interpersonal skills.

Assess and identify functional, physical, cognitive, perceptual and sensory deficits using standardised and non-standardised assessments.

Determine occupational therapy aims and treatment goals as part of the overall care plan, based on assessment analysis and risk evaluation.

Formulate and implement intervention plans to reduce the impact of disability and ill health.

Collaborate with clients and their families/carers to select interventions that balance risk, safety, independence, and cost-effectiveness.

Develop specialised OT treatment programmes tailored to patient goals and priorities.

Requirements:

Degree in Occupational Therapy and HCPC registration.

Previous Band 6 experience in neuro, community, or similar settings.

Strong assessment and caseload management skills.

Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.

Ability to work independently and within a multidisciplinary team.

Eden Brown Synergy is an equal opportunities employer.

Eden Brown Limited is a limited company registered in England and Wales with registered number (phone number removed). Our registered address is 5th floor 4 Coleman Street, London, EC2R 5AR, part of nGAGE Specialist Recruitment Limited T/A nGAGE Talent. Please consider the environment before printing this e-mail. This message is intended solely for the addressee and may contain confidential information. If you have received this message in error, please send it back to us, and immediately and permanently delete it. Do not use, copy or disclose the information contained in this message or in any attachment. We take reasonable precautions to ensure no viruses are present in this email but cannot accept responsibility for any loss or damage sustained as a result of computer viruses and the recipient must ensure that the email (and attachments) are virus free.

We are Hestia. We make a difference.

At Hestia, we are guided by our core values and are dedicated to fostering an equitable, diverse, and inclusive organisation. Our mission is to empower individuals to rebuild their lives and achieve independence. Right now, we are looking for a Floating Support Worker to play a pivotal role in our Complex Needs  Service in Hammersmith and Fulham.

Sounds great, what will I be doing?

Your primary focus will be on housing and benefit-related support for vulnerable adults aged 16 and over who are referred to the service.

You will support staff in managing their caseloads, conducting regular supervisions, and ensuring effective service delivery.

This role offers an exciting and varied working week. You will need to manage your own time and workload effectively. You will play an invaluable role in helping individuals make positive changes using the recovery model. We welcome applications from candidates with lived experience.

What do I need to bring with me?

You'll need to be able to demonstrate the core skills this role requires as well as match our values and mission. You don't have to tick all  the boxes right away; the important thing is that you're willing to learn. We also value lived experience of the areas we support, so if you feel comfortable, please do mention this on your application.

Here's what the team will be looking for

You will have proven experience of working with people living with mental ill health and complex needs, with the ability to deliver high-quality support in community and outreach settings. You will be skilled at enabling service users to achieve their goals and aspirations, using person-centred support planning, key working, and recovery-focused approaches. With excellent knowledge of the signs, symptoms, and treatments of mental illness, you will be confident in assessing when someone's mental health is deteriorating and taking appropriate action to ensure their safety and wellbeing.

In addition, you will demonstrate a sound understanding of health and safety requirements when working in the community, as well as welfare benefits entitlements relevant to the client group. You will actively promote equality, diversity, dignity, and choice in your work, respecting the rights of every service user. Importantly, you will bring strong safeguarding knowledge and the ability to respond effectively to any concerns, ensuring a safe and supportive service environment.

Interview Steps

We keep our interview process simple, so you know exactly what to expect.

• Shortlisting call: We have a team of dedicated recruitment specialists who will speak to you about your experience, motivations and values. They will also tell you about all the great work we do!
• Face to face interview: Now you will have face to face interview with the hiring manager. Our interviews are value and competency based.

Don't be alarmed if there are other stages in the process, it's all part of the plan for some of our roles.

Our commitment to Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion

Our services users come from all walks of life and so do we. We hire great people from a wide variety of backgrounds because it makes us stronger. We are committed to creating and maintaining a diverse and inclusive workforce and value the skills, abilities, talent and experiences, different people and communities bring to our organisation.

We are a disability confident employer

Hestia is proud to be a disability confident employer, dedicated to the employment and career development of individuals with disabilities. We offer a guaranteed interview scheme for all applicants with disabilities who meet the minimum criteria for the role they have applied for. We also provide reasonable adjustments during the selection and interview process, and throughout your employment with us.

Safeguarding Statement

Hestia is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of adults, children and young people who are potentially at risk, and we therefore expect all staff and volunteers to do the same. We require all staff to undertake internal and external safeguarding training throughout their employment with Hestia.

Important Information for Candidates

If your application is successful, please be aware that you will be required to undergo pre-employment checks before a formal offer of employment can be confirmed.

We reserve the right to close this job advert early should we receive a high volume of applications or if the position is filled before the closing date. We encourage interested candidates to apply as soon as possible to ensure their application is considered.

Volunteer and Work Experience Coordinator

When registering to this job board you will be redirected to the online application form. Please ensure that this is completed in full in order that your application can be reviewed.
 

We have a fantastic opportunity for an enthusiastic Volunteer and Work Experience Coordinator to join our team. 

You will be working with our Employability team to facilitate successful opportunities for volunteers and work experience placements across the business, including supporting them into employment and training. The role will require you to safely recruit and support volunteers and work experience placements, record and collate performance information, and create opportunities across the whole company. 

We are looking for an organised, self-motivated person who is passionate about making a difference to people’s lives and communities. The successful person will promote and embed our volunteer/work experience offer across the whole organisation, with a positive attitude and the ability to work on your own initiative. 

You will report directly to Maria Taylor, our Apprentice and Volunteer Team Leader, and the job role location is Redcar and Scarborough, with an expectation for you to work across all of our sites. In addition, we offer agile working based on business need, which means we trust you to get the job done and work from wherever you choose, having the flexibility to fit in your personal commitments too. 

If you are interested in the role and would like further information, please contact Maria, our Apprentice and Volunteer Team Leader on (phone number removed) , or Emma our Employability Manager on (phone number removed) and they will be happy to answer any questions. 

Applications close on Friday 29 August 2025. We’ll be reviewing applications on a rolling basis and may close the listing early if we receive sufficient interest. Please note we are not working with recruitment agencies for this vacancy.

Pay award pending minimum 2.2%

Who is Beyond Housing?

Our story began in 2018 and we’d like you to be part of our future. With over 15,000 homes, 30,000 customers and 750 colleagues, we're changing lives every day. Our mission is simple; to provide homes customers want, services they value, delivered by people who care. We want to help our customers and communities to succeed and thrive. Considerate, collaborative, ambitious and accountable – that’s just our way of life.

Our offices are more than just the space we work in. We encourage inspiration, creativity and productivity in a relaxed and comfortable environment. We’re looking for people who are travelling in the same direction when it comes to the way we work, live our values and deliver our services. Our reward and recognition offer is pretty impressive too!

We have ambitious plans for further growth and impact, and we need the right people to take this leap with us. It may be challenging at times, but you can be assured that it is going to be rewarding and inspiring. After all, we are changing lives, every day, in all that we do.

Our values and extremely important to us and we want all our colleagues to really live our values every day, we are looking for candidates who show they have the skills to do the role and are aligned with our values.

At Beyond Housing, we are committed to ensuring that all applicants are treated fairly throughout our recruitment and selection processes and are not discriminated against on the grounds of age, disability, gender reassignment, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief, sex or sexual orientation.

Why choose us?

The team here at Beyond Housing genuinely cares about the work we do to transform the lives of our customers. We think this is a pretty big reason to love your career at Beyond Housing, and that’s why our benefits package shows Beyond Housing genuinely cares about its teams too. 

Here are some details of our employment package:

• Generous holiday entitlement (up to 39 days including bank holidays after 5 years’ service) with the ability to purchase more if you wish
li>Impressive salaries that match the market rate, with a commitment to an annual cost of living rise
• Commitment to paying the Real Living Wage as defined by the Living Wage Foundation
• Competitive pension scheme with generous employer contributions, to help you plan financially for your retirement
• Life assurance to look after your loved ones should the worst happen to you, and generous time off for bereavement if the worst happens to your loved ones
• Health cash plan, to claim back basic medical expenses such as optical, dental, and complementary therapies, along with free flu jabs to keep you tip-top
• A much-needed caffeine boost with free tea and coffee (and cordial for when you’re feeling parched)
< i>Recognition schemes such as weekly ‘Cheers For Peers’, ‘Star of the Quarter’ and our prestigious annual Star Awards event
• Lon service awards every 5 years
• Cycle to work scheme and cycle parking (if you’ve got the legs for it)
< i>Cashback and discounts scheme covering a range of well-known retailers and leisure providers
• Salary sacrifice electric vehicle lease scheme to support cost effective green travel

Volunteer and Work Experience Coordinator

When registering to this job board you will be redirected to the online application form. Please ensure that this is completed in full in order that your application can be reviewed.
 

We have a fantastic opportunity for an enthusiastic Volunteer and Work Experience Coordinator to join our team. 

You will be working with our Employability team to facilitate successful opportunities for volunteers and work experience placements across the business, including supporting them into employment and training. The role will require you to safely recruit and support volunteers and work experience placements, record and collate performance information, and create opportunities across the whole company. 

We are looking for an organised, self-motivated person who is passionate about making a difference to people’s lives and communities. The successful person will promote and embed our volunteer/work experience offer across the whole organisation, with a positive attitude and the ability to work on your own initiative. 

You will report directly to Maria Taylor, our Apprentice and Volunteer Team Leader, and the job role location is Redcar and Scarborough, with an expectation for you to work across all of our sites. In addition, we offer agile working based on business need, which means we trust you to get the job done and work from wherever you choose, having the flexibility to fit in your personal commitments too. 

If you are interested in the role and would like further information, please contact Maria, our Apprentice and Volunteer Team Leader on (phone number removed) , or Emma our Employability Manager on (phone number removed) and they will be happy to answer any questions. 

Applications close on Friday 29 August 2025. We’ll be reviewing applications on a rolling basis and may close the listing early if we receive sufficient interest. Please note we are not working with recruitment agencies for this vacancy.

Pay award pending minimum 2.2%

Who is Beyond Housing?

Our story began in 2018 and we’d like you to be part of our future. With over 15,000 homes, 30,000 customers and 750 colleagues, we're changing lives every day. Our mission is simple; to provide homes customers want, services they value, delivered by people who care. We want to help our customers and communities to succeed and thrive. Considerate, collaborative, ambitious and accountable – that’s just our way of life.

Our offices are more than just the space we work in. We encourage inspiration, creativity and productivity in a relaxed and comfortable environment. We’re looking for people who are travelling in the same direction when it comes to the way we work, live our values and deliver our services. Our reward and recognition offer is pretty impressive too!

We have ambitious plans for further growth and impact, and we need the right people to take this leap with us. It may be challenging at times, but you can be assured that it is going to be rewarding and inspiring. After all, we are changing lives, every day, in all that we do.

Our values and extremely important to us and we want all our colleagues to really live our values every day, we are looking for candidates who show they have the skills to do the role and are aligned with our values.

At Beyond Housing, we are committed to ensuring that all applicants are treated fairly throughout our recruitment and selection processes and are not discriminated against on the grounds of age, disability, gender reassignment, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief, sex or sexual orientation.

Why choose us?

The team here at Beyond Housing genuinely cares about the work we do to transform the lives of our customers. We think this is a pretty big reason to love your career at Beyond Housing, and that’s why our benefits package shows Beyond Housing genuinely cares about its teams too. 

Here are some details of our employment package:

• Generous holiday entitlement (up to 39 days including bank holidays after 5 years’ service) with the ability to purchase more if you wish
li>Impressive salaries that match the market rate, with a commitment to an annual cost of living rise
• Commitment to paying the Real Living Wage as defined by the Living Wage Foundation
• Competitive pension scheme with generous employer contributions, to help you plan financially for your retirement
• Life assurance to look after your loved ones should the worst happen to you, and generous time off for bereavement if the worst happens to your loved ones
• Health cash plan, to claim back basic medical expenses such as optical, dental, and complementary therapies, along with free flu jabs to keep you tip-top
• A much-needed caffeine boost with free tea and coffee (and cordial for when you’re feeling parched)
< i>Recognition schemes such as weekly ‘Cheers For Peers’, ‘Star of the Quarter’ and our prestigious annual Star Awards event
• Lon service awards every 5 years
• Cycle to work scheme and cycle parking (if you’ve got the legs for it)
< i>Cashback and discounts scheme covering a range of well-known retailers and leisure providers
• Salary sacrifice electric vehicle lease scheme to support cost effective green travel