Our Pride Space volunteers are a passionate team committed to ensuring that Nottingham’s LGBTQ community has a vibrant, welcoming and interactive space to call their own. From shop floor activities to creating inclusive events, there are many ways to get involved in our work. If you’re a qualified therapist or looking for a counselling placement would like to offer some of your time to our cause, we’d love to hear from you.
Some of the roles we have available
Social Media Manager (Volunteer)
Location: Hybrid (in house and WFH)
Commitment: Flexible hours – can be job-shared
Type: Volunteer Role
About Pride Space
Pride Space is an inclusive counselling service dedicated to supporting LGBTQ+ individuals with compassionate, affirming, and community-centred mental health care. Our online presence plays a key role in reaching those who may need support – and we’re looking for passionate volunteers to help us build and maintain that space.
This role is ideal for someone who is creative, community-minded, supportive of LGBTQ+ wellbeing, and looking to gain experience in digital communications or offer their expertise for a meaningful cause.
Role Overview
As a Volunteer Social Media Manager, you will contribute to planning, creating, and managing content across Pride Space’s social media channels. The role can be shared between two volunteers, allowing for flexible and manageable time commitments.
Key Responsibilities
Content Strategy & Creation
- Support the development and implementation of a compassionate, inclusive social media strategy.
- Create posts, graphics, videos, and stories tailored to LGBTQ+ audiences.
- Help plan and maintain a flexible content calendar.
- Ensure messaging is trauma-informed and aligned with mental-health best practices.
Community Engagement
- Monitor comments and messages, responding with care and signposting appropriately.
- Uphold safeguarding guidelines when handling sensitive interactions.
- Foster a safe, welcoming online environment for our community.
Campaign Support
- Help create and promote content for events, counselling services, workshops, and outreach initiatives.
- Maintain consistent brand tone and visual style in line with Pride Space values.
Analytics & Improvement
- Track basic engagement metrics and share insights with the team.
- Keep an eye on trends relevant to the LGBTQ+ and mental-health space.
Skills & Qualities
Essential
- Understanding of LGBTQ+ experiences and commitment to inclusivity.
- Strong writing and communication skills.
- Ability to communicate sensitively about mental health topics.
- Familiarity with key social platforms (Instagram, Facebook, TikTok, etc.)
- Reliability and ability to work collaboratively—especially in a job-share setup.
Desirable
- Experience creating graphics or simple video content (e.g., Canva).
- Experience in community-focused, counselling, or nonprofit settings.
- Awareness of digital safeguarding and confidentiality considerations.
Personal Attributes
- Compassionate, respectful, and community-focused.
- Creative and enthusiastic about elevating LGBTQ+ voices.
- Organised, with good time management.
- Comfortable collaborating with others to share responsibilities.
What You’ll Gain
- Meaningful experience supporting LGBTQ+ mental health.
- A chance to develop digital communication, content creation, and community engagement skills.
- Flexible, supportive volunteering environment.
- Opportunities to collaborate with a dedicated, mission-driven team.
Event Planning Assistant (Volunteer)
Event Planning Assistant (Volunteer)
Purpose: Support the planning and coordination of community events, workshops, and outreach activities.
Key Tasks:
- Assist in sourcing speakers, and materials.
- Help with event logistics and scheduling.
- Coordinate with vendors and community partners.
- Attend planning meetings and take notes.
Skills & Experience:
- Organized and detail-oriented.
- Good communication skills.
- Interest in event management or community engagement.
Time Commitment: 4–6 hours/week (flexible)
Event Host/Facilitator (Volunteer)
Host/Facilitator (Volunteer)
Purpose: Act as the welcoming face of the Pride Space CIC during community events and workshops.
Key Tasks:
- Greet attendees and provide information.
- Introduce speakers or facilitators.
- Support audience engagement and manage Q&A.
- Monitor sessions to ensure they run smoothly.
Skills & Experience:
- Confident speaking in public.
- Friendly, professional demeanor.
- Calm under pressure and problem-solving mindset.
Time Commitment: Event-based; typically evenings or weekends.
Marketing & Promotions Volunteer
Marketing & Promotions Volunteer
Purpose: Help promote events and services to the local community through digital and print channels.
Key Tasks:
- Design and schedule social media posts.
- Create promotional materials (posters, flyers, e-newsletters).
- Assist with outreach to press, schools, and partner orgs.
Skills & Experience:
- Basic graphic design (Canva or similar) and copywriting.
- Familiar with social media platforms.
- Creative and community-oriented.
Time Commitment: 3–5 hours/week.
Volunteer Therapist/Counsellor
Volunteer Therapist/Counsellor
Purpose: Provide pro bono therapy/counselling sessions to individuals or groups in need.
Key Tasks:
- Deliver individual or group sessions.
- Maintain accurate, confidential records.
- Work under appropriate supervision or clinical governance.
Skills & Experience:
- Recognised qualifications in therapy or counselling.
- Insurance and registration with the relevant body (e.g., BACP, UKCP).
- Trauma-informed and culturally competent approach.
Time Commitment: 1–4 clients per week or as arranged.
Apply as a therapist or as a trainee/placement volunteer here
Peer Support Volunteer
Peer Support Volunteer
Purpose: Use lived experience to offer informal emotional support and signposting.
Key Tasks:
- Offer peer support in group or 1-to-1 settings.
- Share coping strategies and resources.
- Encourage ongoing participation and self-care.
Skills & Experience:
- Lived experience of mental health or related challenges.
- Empathetic, non-judgmental attitude.
- Able to maintain boundaries and follow safeguarding protocols.
Time Commitment: 2–4 hours/week.
Administrative Support Volunteer
Administrative Support Volunteer
Purpose: Support the day-to-day operations of the CIC.
Key Tasks:
- Data entry and document preparation.
- Scheduling appointments and maintaining contact lists.
- Supporting project leads with admin tasks.
Skills & Experience:
- Good IT and organizational skills.
- Discreet and able to handle sensitive information.
- Comfortable using email, Excel, Google Docs, etc.
Time Commitment: 4–6 hours/week (remote or on-site).
Fundraising & Grants Volunteer
Fundraising & Grants Volunteer
Purpose: Help raise funds to support the CIC’s services and events.
Key Tasks:
- Research grant opportunities and funding streams.
- Assist with writing funding bids and proposals.
- Organize small fundraising campaigns or events.
Skills & Experience:
- Strong writing and research skills.
- Familiarity with funding landscape (desirable).
- Creative thinker and team player.
Time Commitment: Flexible, project-based.
Café and Shop Worker (Volunteer)
Café and Shop Worker (Volunteer)
Purpose:
To support the daily operations of the community café and shop by serving customers, preparing light refreshments, and helping create a welcoming, inclusive environment for all visitors.
Key Tasks:
- Serve food, drinks, and products to customers in a friendly and professional manner.
- Handle cash and card transactions at the till.
- Restock shelves and maintain display areas.
- Assist with food preparation (e.g. drinks, snacks, light meals) under supervision.
- Maintain cleanliness and hygiene in the café/shop area.
- Engage with visitors and signpost them to other CIC services when appropriate.
- Follow health & safety and food hygiene procedures.
Skills & Experience:
- Friendly and approachable, with good communication skills.
- Reliable and punctual.
- Comfortable working in a team and with the public.
- Experience in retail or hospitality (desirable but not required).
- Willingness to learn food hygiene and safety procedures.
Time Commitment:
- Minimum of one 4-hour shift per week (more if available).
- Shifts available weekdays and weekends, mornings or afternoons.
Training & Support:
- Optional training in customer service, food safety, or mental health awareness.
- Full induction and on-the-job training provided.
- Support from the Café/Shop Manager or Volunteer Coordinator.
Treasurer (Volunteer)
Pride Space CIC – Treasurer (Volunteer)
Reports to: Director
Location: Hybrid / Flexible (some in-person meetings may be required)
Time Commitment: Approximately 2–4 hours per month, plus quarterly board meetings
Purpose of the Role
The Treasurer ensures the financial health and integrity of Pride Space CIC. This role involves overseeing financial planning, monitoring budgets, ensuring compliance with statutory requirements, and providing clear, accurate financial reporting to the Board.
Key Responsibilities
- Oversee and manage the organisation’s finances, including bank accounts, budgets, and cash flow.
- Produce regular financial reports for the Board and annual accounts for submission to Companies House and relevant regulators.
- Ensure compliance with financial regulations and statutory reporting requirements.
- Support fundraising strategies by providing financial insight and forecasts.
- Advise the Board on financial planning, risk management, and investment opportunities.
- Liaise with external accountants or auditors as necessary.
- Maintain transparent records of income, expenditure, and financial transactions.
Person Specification / Skills Required
- Strong financial literacy and accounting knowledge; formal accounting qualification desirable but not essential.
- Experience of financial management in a charity, CIC, or non-profit setting is advantageous.
- Ability to interpret financial information and present it clearly to non-financial colleagues.
- Integrity, attention to detail, and commitment to ethical financial management.
- Understanding of safeguarding and governance best practices in community organisations.
- Passion for LGBTQ+ inclusion and the mission of Pride Space CIC.
Training and Support
- Induction to the Board and the organisation’s policies.
- Access to relevant finance or governance training, if required.
- Ongoing support from the Chair and Board members.
Benefits
- Opportunity to shape the financial sustainability of a community-focused CIC.
- Experience of board-level decision-making and strategic planning.
- Making a meaningful contribution to LGBTQ+ community development and support.
Volunteering does not have to be an all-consuming commitment—even a couple of hours a week could make a huge difference in keeping Pride Space open and running.
By volunteering for us, you could
Gain new, transferable skills
Gain qualifications
Meet and interact with new people in our community
Find new confidence and improved well-being