The Volunteer Operations Assistant will support the day-to-day operational and administrative functions of Step Ahead Project, assisting with events, coordination, and general organisational tasks to help the organisation run effectively.

What You'll Do: 

Duties:

  • Support the day-to-day operations of the operations
  • Assist with planning and coordination of events and activities
  • Maintain accurate records and assist with administrative tasks
  • Be a friendly and approachable presence for staff, volunteers, and families
  • Contribute ideas to improve processes and operations
Why You'll Love It: 
Volunteering with Step Ahead Project offers a rewarding opportunity to gain insight into families from a wide range of backgrounds, build meaningful relationships with individuals, support those who may not be able to access mainstream services, and make a genuine, positive impact within the local community.
What You'll Learn: 
Volunteers will gain valuable experience working with children, young people and families with SEND, develop strong communication and organisational skills, build confidence in inclusive practice, and learn how a community-based charity operates to create meaningful local impact.
What We're Looking For: 
Requirements / Mandatory Skills: Leadership and team management skills Experience working with children and young people (SEND experience preferred) Strong organisational skills Preferred (but not essential) Skills: DBS check (or willingness to undergo one) First Aid and Safeguarding training Additional SEND-related qualifications
Summary
Volunteering
Community
Young People
Education
Disability
Families
Redcar and Cleveland
0 Weeks Minimum
4 Hours / Week
Skills you will develop: 
Active listening
Organisation
Problem Solving
Teamwork/Collaboration
Adaptability
Skills you should possess: 
Teaching / Training
Novice
Languages you should know: 
English
Requirements: 
CV / Resume
Statement of Motivation
In-Person Interview
Over 18
These documents must be completed: 

Similar Opportunities

 
Volunteer Animal Care Assistant
Whitby Wildlife Sanctuary
Min. 0 Weeks Minimum weeks
Volunteer Animal Care Assistant
Volunteering
Community, Mental Health, Animals, Education, Environment

Whitby Wildlife Sanctuary (Charity CIO 1185213) is a rescue and rehabilitation charity for orphaned, injured and sick wildlife. Our main centre is based in Whitby, YO22 4NW and we are seeking volunteers to assist with the animal care work.

 
Literacy Support Volunteer (Virtual) 
The Literacy Pirates
Min. 0 Weeks Minimum weeks
Literacy Support Volunteer (Virtual) 
Volunteering

As a Volunteer Crewmate, your role is to join our online sessions and help children practise their reading and writing in small groups by providing constant encouragement, positivity and celebration of their achievements.

 
Volunteer Gardener
Teesside & District Society for the Blind
Min. 6 Weeks Minimum weeks
Volunteer Gardener
Volunteering
Community, Mental Health, Social Care, Older People, Environment

Would you like to work with others to help develop and nurture our peaceful, restorative garden? You’ll be helping create and maintain a set of magical spaces designed to uplift everyone who spends time here

Related Articles

Volun-tees
Do Good, Feel Good - Light up a Life
Do Good, Feel Good, Light up a Life for Teesside Hospice
Volun-tees
Do Good, Feel Good - Tree Planting Day
Do Good, Feel Good - Tree Planting
Volun-tees
Do Good, Feel Good - Warm this Winter
Do Good, Feel Good - Warm this Winter