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Help change lives through literacy in Tower HamletsOrganisation: Read Easy UK<a href="http://www.readeasy.org.uk/groups/tower-hamlets" target="_blank">www.readeasy.org.uk/groups/tower-hamlets</a>Time commitment: about 3 hours per week (flexible)Location: Home-based, with occasional local meetings/eventsAbout Read Easy1 in 6 UK adults struggles to read. Read Easy offers free, confidential, one-to-one coaching that transforms lives — giving adults independence, confidence, and opportunity.The RoleWe’re seeking a creative Publicity Organiser to raise awareness of Read Easy’s work. You’ll:• &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; Create posters, flyers, press releases, and social media posts• &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; Manage our online presence (Facebook, website, forums)• &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; Promote events and campaigns• &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; Support outreach with presentations and resources• &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; Monitor engagement and improve reachWhat You’ll Gain• &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; Hands-on experience in communications, publicity, and digital marketing• &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; Skills in content creation, design, and campaign planning• &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; Confidence in public speaking and community engagement• &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; Strong organisation and teamwork abilities• &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; Work experience to strengthen your CV• &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; A formal reference to support job or university applications• &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; The satisfaction of making a real difference locallySupport &amp; TrainingWe provide induction, templates, a handbook, ongoing guidance, and access to publicity advisers.Apply nowIf you’re interested in this rewarding volunteer role, please contact: &nbsp;<a href="mailto:threcruiter3@readeasy.org.uk" target="_blank">threcruiter3@readeasy.org.uk</a> &nbsp;<a href="http://www.readeasy.org.uk" target="_blank">www.readeasy.org.uk</a>

Easy Read Uk

Volunteer Publicity Organiser

Our Linked Minds Befriending Project supports people in the London boroughs of Ealing and Hounslow who are socially isolated due to a diagnosed mental health problemOn successful completion of the training, including mental health training, the Volunteer Befriender is matched with someone suitable, by a Co-ordinator who then acts as a (non-clinical) supervisor for the befriending period, which is limited to a year.Befriender, client and supervisor make a plan together with a goal to work towards, and the Befriender makes a weekly 1-2 hour visit to the client’s home, where they might stay in and chat over a cup of tea, go out for a walk together, visit a café or undertake a local activity.&nbsp;These visits make such a difference for the client, increasing their confidence and helping them explore and work towards getting a job, joining a club, meeting other people or whatever their goal may be.The aim is that, by the end of the year, clients feel better about themselves, more valued, resilient, empowered, more linked to their community and better equipped for their journeys in recovery.But volunteering with BEfriend not only enriches the lives of those who are isolated, it also offers immense personal rewards.As a Befriender, you’ll get to know inspirational people with fascinating stories, develop new skills and be part of a supportive team that values compassion and connection.

BEfriend

Volunteer Befriender (Mental Health)

Our Befriending Project supports people in the London boroughs of Ealing and Hounslow who are socially isolated. They may have a physical or sensory disability, or they may have mild dementia, and are sometimes housebound.On successful completion of the training, Befrienders are matched with someone who lives close to them.They make a weekly 1-2 hour visit to the client's home, where they might stay in and chat over a cup of tea or, where possible, go out for a walk together, visit a café or undertake a local activity.These visits make such a difference for the client, but volunteering with BEfriend not only enriches the lives of those who are isolated, it also offers immense personal rewards.As a Befriender, you’ll get to know inspirational people with fascinating stories, develop new skills and be part of a supportive team that values compassion and connection.

Volunteer Befriender

<h3>The Role: Referrals Networker</h3>Do you enjoy meeting people, building relationships, and championing causes that make a real difference?We’re looking for a Referrals Networker to be the vital link between Read Easy and the local community. In this role, you’ll connect with local organisations and services to make sure adults who struggle with reading — as well as potential volunteers — know about the life-changing support we offer.This is a role for someone who loves reaching out, building trust, and ensuring no one is left behind because of reading challenges.<h3>Key Responsibilities</h3><ul><li>Build strong relationships with local partners such as libraries, job centres, housing associations, GP surgeries, and adult education providers.</li><li>Raise awareness of Read Easy’s free one-to-one reading coaching and encourage referrals of both readers and volunteers.</li><li>Represent Read Easy at local events, community meetings, and networking opportunities.</li><li>Identify new referral routes and creative ways to reach adults who need support.</li><li>Maintain an up-to-date contact list and track referral outcomes.</li><li>Gather feedback to help the team strengthen community connections.</li></ul><h3>Time commitment</h3>This position is flexible and can mainly be done at times that suit you. Between 2 to 4 hours a week, depending on how much time you can spare.&nbsp;This role is performed mainly online at home using a provided MS 365 Office account, role email, MS Teams, telephone and text.&nbsp; Visits to local organisation will be required.&nbsp;<h3>What We’re Looking For</h3><ul><li>A confident communicator who enjoys engaging with individuals and groups.</li><li>Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to build positive, lasting partnerships.</li><li>A genuine interest in supporting the local community.</li><li>Enthusiasm, empathy, and reliability.</li><li>(Some experience or awareness of the charity sector is helpful, but not essential.)</li></ul><h3>What You’ll Gain</h3>Volunteering as a Referrals Networker is a rewarding way to make a direct and lasting impact in your community. You’ll help adults take their first steps towards reading — and in doing so, open up a world of opportunities.You’ll also gain:<ul><li>Experience in community engagement, partnership-building, and outreach.</li><li>Confidence in public speaking and networking.</li><li>Insight into how local services and charities work together.</li><li>Transferable skills such as communication, teamwork, and initiative.</li><li>Obtain a work experience reference to enhance employability&nbsp;&nbsp;</li></ul><h3>Support and Training</h3>You’ll receive:<ul><li>A warm welcome, induction, and ongoing guidance from your Team Leader and fellow volunteers.</li><li>Access to a library of resources and referral materials.</li><li>A Management Team Handbook to support you in your role.</li><li>The backing of experienced Read Easy volunteers and groups across the UK.</li></ul><h3>Ready to Make a Difference?</h3>If you’d like to use your people skills to change lives in your community — one reader at a time — we’d love to hear from you. Contact:&nbsp;<a href="mailto:threcruiter3@readeasy.org.uk" target="_blank">threcruiter3@readeasy.org.uk</a>&nbsp;

Volunteer Role: Referrals Networker

<h2>Fully remote, full-time internship for aspiring clinical psychologists, psychotherapists and counsellors.</h2>Our Clinical Psychology Internship equips aspiring mental health professionals worldwide with essential skills and practical client-facing experience, preparing them for careers in clinical psychology, coaching, psychotherapy, or counselling.Interns complete an intensive one-month crash course covering a toolkit of evidence-based techniques from Motivational Interviewing, Coaching, Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT). They then provide free online, one-to-one coaching to global clients who otherwise lack access to mental health care, initially promoting behaviour change (e.g., diet, sleep, reducing procrastination) and later progressing to clients experiencing depression or anxiety.<h3>About Overcome</h3>Overcome is a UK-registered charity (Charity Number: 1191308) providing online mental health coaching worldwide, particularly to underserved communities in developing countries. We are a trusted placement provider for leading universities such as UCL, Bath, and Loughborough.<h3>Internship Overview</h3>This internship is a fully remote, unpaid, full-time (~30 hours/week) role. Approximately 80% of our alumni secure paid mental health positions (e.g., Trainee Psychological Wellbeing Practitioners, Assistant Psychologists, Support Workers), or pursue further relevant studies shortly after completion.We take applications on a rolling basis with monthly cohorts!<h2>Responsibilities</h2><h3>1st Month</h3><ul><li>Full-time Intensive Training</li></ul>Engage in full-time intensive training covering techniques from motivational interviewing, and important techniques from cognitive behavioural therapy and acceptance commitment therapy.<ul><li>Diverse Learning Activities</li></ul>Learning activities include live workshops, self-study, quizzes, one-to-one/group roleplays, and assessments.t<h3>2nd and 3rd Month</h3><ul><li>Client Work</li></ul>~90% of interns pass training to support real clients. They keep track of client sessions and update their supervisor. They also attend weekly internal clinical supervision and ~monthly external clinical supervision.<ul><li>Opportunities</li></ul>Other opportunities include training future cohorts, completing recruitment role-plays to recruit future interns, managing your own project in mental health, etc.<h2>Post-Internship Opportunities</h2><ul><li>70% of our alumni continue volunteering with us to see clients at flexible hours.</li><li>2% chance of full-time employment at a competitive salary.</li><li>Some clients may pay for extended coaching sessions, mutually agreed between you and the client. You keep all the money and get paid by them directly.</li></ul><h2>What We're Looking For</h2>PassionStrong interest in psychotherapy, counselling, and/or clinical psychology.CommitmentAbility to commit full-time (~30 hours per week) for the full duration of the three month internship.Soft SkillsGood under pressure. Fast learner. Organised.Strong Language SkillsFluent in English. Good at explaining things simply.Financial IndependenceCan fund your own living expenses. We provide no salary or stipend.LikabilityGreat at building relationships, in one to one settings, very quickly.<h3>Desirable</h3><ul><li>Relevant degrees or past training</li><li>Relevant certifications in Psychotherapy or Counselling</li><li>Experience in supporting others' mental health</li><li>One-to-one teaching in any context</li><li>Having dealt with mental illness yourself</li><li>Living in a low or middle income country (e.g. India, Kenya, Romania)</li></ul>You can ask us questions via <a href="mailto:recruitment@overcome.org.uk" target="_blank">recruitment@overcome.org.uk</a> - note that this role is fully remote and our recruitment team responds to inquiries from Monday - Friday, 9am - 5pm UK time.

Overcome

Clinical Internship

Croydon Drop In (CDI) are seeking a highly motivated and enthusiastic Qualified Volunteer Counsellor to work within our award-winning Voluntary Sector services. The post-holder will work within our safeguarding protocols to provide safe interventions for children and young people using evidence-based methodologies. The post holder will safely work with people across different cultural backgrounds and ages and will be committed to equality, diversity and inclusion.
Counselling is delivered by experienced qualified contracted counsellors, and our team is supported by qualified volunteer counsellors who wish to give back to the community, require a stepping stone to a paid counselling role or are independently working toward increasing their client contact hours or are working toward their accreditation.
To meet the standard criteria you will:
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<li>Ba a graduate or at post graduate level in counselling or have completed a level 4 Diploma or equivalent in Therapeutic Counselling</li>
<li>Be a Registered Member or an Accredited Member of the BACP membership or equivalent with a professional standards authority (e.g. UKCP, HPC)</li>
<li>Have two years minimum duration of personal counselling or psychotherapy.</li>
<li>Commit to delivering 4 hours counselling (1 evening) per week to young people of the service</li>
<li>Have 1 years’ experience of delivering counselling in a counselling agency or similar setting</li>
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If you are interesting in becoming a Qualified Volunteer Counsellor within the Community Counselling Team please&nbsp;<a href="https://croydondropin.org.uk/wp-content/uploads/Volunteer-Counsellor-June-25.pdf" target="_blank">click here</a>&nbsp;for full details before applying. For an informal discussion please call John Hylton 07519 201 281 (<a href="mailto:johnhylton@croydondropin.org.uk" target="_blank">johnhylton@croydondropin.org.uk</a>)

Croydon Drop In

Croydon Drop In (CDI)

Qualified Volunteer Counsellor

Croydon Drop In (CDI) are seeking a highly motivated and enthusiastic Student Volunteer Counsellors on Placement to work within our award-winning Voluntary Sector services. The post-holder will work within our safeguarding protocols to provide safe interventions for children and young people using evidence-based methodologies. The post holder will safely work with people across different cultural backgrounds and ages and will be committed to equality, diversity and inclusion. 
Our team is supported by student practitioners completing their final year of their practitioner studies.
Please note:
Counselling training providers usually require you to obtain a certain amount of client contact hours with adults i.e. 18 years plus, therefore it’s important to note that the majority of clients accessing our CDI counselling services are under 18 years of age. As a student placement provider, CDI makes for an ideal 2nd placement that will ensure you have adequate young people contact hours, largely under 18 years of age, providing you with the learning experiences you need to meet the competency requirements of your training course and provider. It is important to check with your training provider, the cap on the number of under 18 years of age clients permitted for your course.
If you are interesting in becoming a student volunteer counsellors on placement within the Community Counselling Team please&nbsp;<a href="https://croydondropin.org.uk/wp-content/uploads/Volunteer-Counsellor-June-25.pdf" target="_blank">click here</a>&nbsp;for full details before applying. For an informal discussion please call John Hylton 07519 201 281 (<a href="mailto:johnhylton@croydondropin.org.uk" target="_blank">johnhylton@croydondropin.org.uk</a>)

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