Volunteers are at the heart of The Alice Cross Centre, and we would not be able to manage without them. We have a variety of volunteering roles available to suit your own skills and interests. We are particularly looking for help in the following areas:
Volunteer Treasurer (Trustee Role)
The Alice Cross Centre
Location: Teignmouth (hybrid / flexible attendance)
Commitment: Approx. 6–10 days per year plus Board meetings
Term: 3 years (renewable)
Remuneration: Voluntary (reasonable expenses reimbursed)
About The Alice Cross Centre
The Alice Cross Centre is a well-established community charity dedicated to improving health, wellbeing and social connection. We deliver activities across food, community connection, movement and mental wellbeing.
The Role
The Treasurer is the Board’s lead on strategic financial matters and plays a vital role in ensuring robust financial governance and long-term sustainability.
Key Responsibilities
• Lead on financial strategy and governance
• Advise the Board on financial performance, risks and variances
• Support statutory compliance with Charity Commission and Companies House
• Support preparation of annual accounts and liaise with auditors
• Write and present the Treasurer’s Report at the AGM
• Lead a mid-year financial review
• Support annual budgeting and medium-term financial planning
• Oversee investments and reserves in line with policy
• Provide financial advice to the General Manager
About You
• Financial or accounting experience
• Ability to interpret and explain financial information
• Understanding of charity governance or willingness to learn
• Commitment to the charity’s mission and values
Why Join Us?
• Make a real difference to your local community
• Use your skills for social good
• Join a supportive and committed Board
How to Apply
If you might like to find out more please contact us by filling in the form below, or call us on 01626 778039 for an informal conversation and application pack.
Volunteers Needed!
New Learning Disability Friendship Group @ The Alice Cross Centre
Make a difference in our community!
The Alice Cross Centre, in collaboration with Teign CVS is excited to launch a new Learning Disability Friendship Group starting Saturday, June 28th and we need YOUR help!
What’s involved?
Help create a welcoming, inclusive environment.
Support participants in activities and conversations
Just 2 hours of your time monthly (1pm-3pm on the last Saturday of each month)
Don’t worry if you have no experience!
Disability Confidence Training Provided (10-11.30am Thurs 29th May and 10-11.30am Thurs 17th July, ONLINE)
Safeguarding Training provided (Inhouse)
Ongoing support available
Friendly team atmosphere
This is a wonderful opportunity to develop new skills, meet amazing people, and make a meaningful impact in your community.
Interested? Contact Yvonne to find out more! Yvonne@thealicecross.co.uk
Together we can create connections that matter
Fundraisers – We are currently seeking volunteer fundraisers.
Are you passionate about your community and wish to contribute positively? We are looking for Volunteer fundraisers to join our team and help us raise vital funds for The Alice Cross Centre.
From organising raffles, cake sales and special events, to grant writing and introducing us to or seeking out new fundraising partners, we have a fundraising role for you!
We can offer our volunteers:
*Full training and guidance Support from our volunteer coordinator and general manager
*A chance to meet new, fun and friendly people
*A chance to be part of a thriving team of volunteers
*An opportunity to give back to your local community and support a fantastic small, independent charity!
If you would like an informal chat about the role, please contact the volunteer coordinator, Yvonne on 01626 778039 or email yvonne@thealicecross.co.uk
Meal Delivery Drivers – We are currently seeking a volunteer meal delivery driver for our Monday lunchtime delivery service.
Do you have a drivers licence and your own car? Are you passionate about your community and wish to contribute positively?
The Alice Cross Centre delivers hot meals to vulnerable people in Teignmouth. We cannot provide this valuable service without the help from volunteers.
As a meal delivery driver you will collect the meals from the centre and distribute them in your car to a small number of people on a set delivery route within Teignmouth. A DBS check will be carried out by the Alice Cross Centre. A mileage rate of 45p per mile will be paid on receipt of a completed mileage form.
Full training will be provided.
We deliver meals on a Monday, Thursday, Friday and every other Sunday. We are particularly looking for help on a Monday Lunchtime and/or on an ad-hoc basis.