Job Description

Migrant Help

have an exciting opportunity to recruit a

Activity Lead Volunteer

to join our team based in the West Midlands on a part time basis working 2 - 4 hours per week.

About us:

Migrant Help is a leading charity that has been established in 1963 and delivers a range of support and advice services to migrants across the UK. Our vision is for a global society that protects vulnerable migrants, treats them with respect and enables them to reach their full potential.

The Activity Lead Volunteer role:

As Volunteer Activity Lead, you will provide support to the Community Liaison Coordinator to deliver activities to clients we support in West Midlands.


We provide support to people seeking asylum in West Midlands while their asylum claims are being considered. Being new to communities, our clients need additional help to reduce isolation and help develop their confidence. We do that by organising activities that keep them busy, engaged and connected with locally available services.

Key responsibilities of our Activity Lead Volunteer:

Organise and deliver activities to people seeking asylum in agreed locations weekly Promote a safe and non-judgemental environment for people joining activities Organise and adapt activities centring clients' voice Communicate with other volunteers and Community Liaison Coordinator to deliver activities smoothly Together with community liaison coordinator, research and reach out to external organisations to better variety and quality of sessions to our clients Encourage clients' independence and provide words of encouragement, empathy

What else to expect:

Complete relevant induction and training provided by Migrant Help Undergo a criminal conviction check (DBS, PVG or AccessNI). Commit to volunteering for a minimum of 6 months, at agreed times. Attend volunteer support sessions as required. Complete feedback forms when required highlighting any growth opportunities and honestly communicating what is not working well Adhere to confidentiality and safeguarding procedures Uphold Migrant Help's values. Start volunteering at an agreed time and be punctual

What you not be able to do

Volunteer with us if you are under 18. Exchange contact information with clients Buy gifts, food or lend or give/receive money to/from clients Carry out casework tasks, such as, complete benefits applications, liaise with local authorities or refer to other services or provide immigration advice

You will be an excellent candidate for this role if you

Have spare time to undertake volunteering on a regular basis Are willing to work with diverse range of people Are non-judgmental and inclusive Have a friendly and approachable nature Are reliable and punctual Are patient Have empathetic listening skills Are a keen learner Have access to a laptop or computer to use Are comfortable using computer or laptop for typing and sending emails, video calls.

You will benefit from volunteering with us by

Gaining experience useful for your future CVs and cover letters Being able to provide a volunteering reference to your future employer or educator Being a part of dedicated and inclusive service Developing new skills Being more aware of immigration and asylum systems in the UK Having reasonable expenses reimbursed Having regular check ins and supervision to support your volunteering experience and growth

Closing Date:

27th June 2025


If you are interested in becoming our new

Activity Lead Volunteer ,

please click

'APPLY

' today. We look forward to hearing from you!