Job Description
VOLUNTEER WITH SUNSHINE Join Our Volunteering Team Help Us Build a Joyful, Connected, People‑Powered Volunteer Community SUNSHINE Charity is a vibrant, 100% volunteer‑powered start-up movement dedicated to bringing SUNSHINE into people’s lives by helping smash loneliness and social isolation . We create welcoming opportunities for people to connect, participate, learn, volunteer, make friends and feel like they belong . We’re joyful. We’re human. We’re community-powered. And now, we’re building a passionate, driven, bubbly Volunteering Team to help us create an unforgettable volunteer experience across London. If you love people, positivity and building community — this is your moment. Why Join the Volunteering Team? Volunteers are the heartbeat of SUNSHINE . Your team will help us: Recruit amazing volunteers. Welcome them warmly. Onboard them with care. Train them with confidence. Support them with kindness. Celebrate them with joy. Build a volunteer community that feels like family. This is your chance to help shape a volunteer programme that feels uplifting, inclusive and full of SUNSHINE . Roles Available 1. Volunteering Lead / Head of Volunteering Be the architect of our volunteer experience. You’ll design the volunteer journey, build team spirit, support volunteers, and help SUNSHINE become the go‑to place to volunteer in London. Perfect for someone who loves people, culture, community and leadership. 2. Volunteer Recruiter / Volunteer Recruitment Coordinator You’re the friendly face who brings new volunteers into the movement. You’ll source, recruit and welcome volunteers who share our positivity, energy and passion for human connection. If you’re bubbly, warm and love meeting new people — this role shines. 3. Learning & Development Coordinator Help volunteers grow, thrive and feel confident. You’ll design and deliver training, create learning resources, and support volunteers to feel ready, capable and valued. Ideal for someone who loves teaching, coaching or developing others. 4. Volunteer Programme Assistant The organisational superstar. You’ll support admin, coordination, communication and behind‑the‑scenes tasks that keep our volunteer programme running smoothly. Perfect for someone who loves structure, organisation and helping teams shine. Who We’re Looking For You’ll thrive in this team if you are: Passionate about people and community. Bubbly, warm, positive and full of energy. Organised, proactive and supportive. Excited to help volunteers feel valued and appreciated. Driven to build a joyful, inclusive volunteer community. Inspired by SUNSHINE’s mission of positivity, human connection, community and belonging. Experience is welcome — but heart matters most. Time Commitment & Availability These roles are operational volunteer roles , not trustee positions. We keep things flexible and human. A few hours per week , fully flexible. Must be available at least 2 evenings per month (for recruitment events, inductions, training sessions and volunteer engagement activities). Must be available at least one weekend daytime per quarter (for recruitment events, inductions, training sessions and volunteer engagement activities). We’ll work around your life, your schedule and your energy — but we do need a reliable, committed team who can show up when it matters. What You’ll Gain A chance to shape a volunteer programme from the ground up. A joyful, supportive team culture. Real impact on people experiencing loneliness. New friendships, new skills and new confidence. The satisfaction of helping people feel connected and valued. The joy of bringing SUNSHINE into people’s lives. Ready to Help Us Build a Volunteer Family? If you’re passionate, people-loving and ready to help create a volunteer community full of positivity, human connection, community and belonging — we’d love to hear from you. Join the SUNSHINE movement. Help us bring connection, community and belonging to London. COME SHINE WITH US.
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