Skip over main navigation
  • Log in
  • Basket: (0 items)
Leukaemia UK
  • Search
  • Facebook
  • Twitter
  • Instagram
Contact us Donate
Menu
  • Home
  • About us
    • How we make a difference
    • News
    • Our history
    • Who we are
      • Staff
      • Trustees
      • Scientific and Medical Panel
      • Vacancies
    • Reports and Accounts
    • Contact us
  • About blood cancers
    • Leukaemia
    • Lymphoma, myeloma and other blood cancers
    • Support and resources
    • Your stories
    • Clinician stories
    • Blood Cancer Awareness Month
  • Research & care
    • Leukaemia research
    • Other blood cancer research
    • Clinical trials
    • Mind and Body
    • Research funding opportunities
    • Research strategy
    • Our care projects
  • Get involved
    • Fundraising events and challenges
    • Set up your own fundraising page
    • Who's Cooking Dinner?
    • Get your company involved
    • Volunteer for us
    • Supporter stories
  • Ways to give
    • Donate now
    • Donate in memory
    • Leave a gift in your Will
    • Donate through your salary
    • Special Occasion Giving
    • Find a donation page
      • In memory of someone special
      • Event Fundraisers
    • Other ways to donate
    • Leukaemia UK e-cards
  • Admin
    • Log in
  • Basket: (0 items)

Volunteer for us

Without our volunteers Leukaemia UK could not continue to fund the life-changing work we do with people affected by blood cancers. There are many different ways you can volunteer and we really value the range of skills our volunteers bring. 

Currently, we are looking for volunteers to fill the following positions: 

Why volunteer?

As well as boosting the work of Leukaemia UK, volunteering can bring other benefits, such as:

  • Knowing you're making a difference
  • Getting involved in your community
  • Gaining experience in a new area
  • Meeting new people
What volunteering involves

We understand people lead busy lives, so we're really grateful for any time you can spare to help Leukaemia UK. We will discuss with you what sort of volunteering best suits your skills and the time you have available.

Our volunteers do all kinds of work, including:

  • Helping with or organising fundraising events, including coffee mornings or tea parties
  • Helping us cheer on Leukaemia UK runners at the London Marathon
  • Offering a specialist skill, such as graphic design or photography
  • Organising workplace fundraising, such as team challenges or charity days
Who volunteers?

Many people want to volunteer at Leukaemia UK because they, or someone close to them, have been affected by a blood cancer. They understand the importance of our work because they have seen its impact for themselves. Others simply want to get involved with a leading charity whose work is valued by so many.

Apply to volunteer for Leukaemia UK

If you can help us raise money for people living with leukaemia and other blood disorders, please fill in this form. 

Apply to volunteer for the Leukaemia UK Mind & Body Team at King's College Hospital 
You will need to be available for at least one regular four-hour slot per week, Monday to Friday 9am to 1pm or 1pm to 5pm. You will also be required to have a DBS check and training from King's Volunteering before you start.  

    If you're interested, please complete the King's application form, making sure to mention the Leukaemia UK Mind & Body programme in your comments.

    Bucket Collection Volunteer

    Why we need you?

    Leukaemia UK is the UK's leading leukaemia research and care charity, dedicated to discovering better treatments and ultimately a cure for leukaemia and other blood cancers.

    Bucket collections are not only a great way to raise much needed funds for the charity, but they also help us reach a wide number of people who have never heard of us before.

    What will you be doing?

    You will be joining our team at London’s central tube stations, holding a collection bucket and engaging with the public to secure donations. On the day you will be representing the charity in a friendly and approachable manner.

    What skills are required?

    • A confident and positive attitude
    • A willingness to engage with the public
    • Reliability and punctuality

    When and where?

    We have a range of collections throughout the year and usually ask for 2 to 3 hours of your time.

    What support will you receive?

    • A full brief and induction prior to the event
    • A contact at Leukaemia UK who will be with you on the day
    • A collection bucket and/or an iZettle machine to collect contactless card payments
    • A t-shirt and charity bag (for your belongings) for on the day and to keep as a memento

    What we offer you

    • We will provide a hot drink, pastries and water for all morning collections
    • We can provide references either for potential employers or for your LinkedIn profile
    • For student bursaries we will complete volunteering forms

    How to apply

    To join one of our collections please contact: [email protected]  or 020 7299 0722

    Volunteering with Leukaemia UK is always such a rewarding experience! I joined the LUK team at the London Marathon, supporting the runners on the side line, and it was such a wonderful day. We spoke to lots of people about the work the charity is doing and I really felt at the heart of the action. The team makes it super easy to get involved, and are always on hand to support. 
    - Charlotte, LUK Cheering Team Volunteer

    Cheering Team Volunteers

    Why we need you?

    Leukaemia UK is the UK's leading leukaemia research and care charity, dedicated to discovering better treatments and ultimately a cure for leukaemia and other blood cancers.

    Our cheering stations are intended to motivate and support our amazing runners on the day. All our runners have dedicated months to training and fundraising, our cheer teams will be showing them how much their efforts are appreciated.

    What will you be doing?

    We are looking for enthusiastic volunteers to join our cheer teams at some of London’s biggest running events, such as the Virgin London Marathon, London Landmarks Half Marathon and Royal Parks Half Marathon.

    You will be cheering on all the runners, spotting Leukaemia UK runners and giving them an extra big cheer. You will receive bang-bang sticks, a Leukaemia UK t-shirt, flags and other materials.

    What skills are required?

    • Strong interpersonal skills
    • Enthusiasm
    • Reliability and punctuality

    When and where?

    We ask for 4 hours of your time when joining our cheering team. You will usually be asked to arrive for 10am and will be finished by 2pm.

    What support will you receive?

    • A full brief and induction prior to the event
    • A contact at Leukaemia UK who will be with you on the day
    • Materials to create noise on the day i.e. bang bang sticks
    • A t-shirt to wear on the day and keep as a memento

    What we offer you

    • We will provide you with lunch (sandwich, crisps, fruit and water)
    • We can provide references either for potential employers or for your LinkedIn profile
    • For student bursaries we will complete volunteering forms

    How to apply

    To join one of our cheer teams please contact [email protected] or 020 7299 0722

    Volunteer photographer

    Why we need you?

    Leukaemia UK is the UK's leading leukaemia research and care charity, dedicated to discovering better treatments and ultimately a cure for leukaemia and other blood cancers.

    Our brand personality is focused on showing real life images of our fundraisers, patients and researchers to showcase the diversity of our work and fundraising challenges.

    What will you be doing?

    We are looking for volunteers who have access to their own photography equipment to be able to produce high-resolution images. Your role will be to use your skills to capture activities and participants so that we can share their experience on social media and our website to inspire others.

    These events include sports and community events, research trips and capturing patient stores. You will be working to a brief (provided by us) photographing people (candid and posed), objects, display stands and presentations as needed.

    You will also need to process and catalogue all images and then use Photoshop to edit photographs e.g. resizing and image retouching as requested.

    What skills are required?

    • Have experience as a photographer either professionally or as a hobby
    • Be able to follow a brief provided to you by Leukaemia UK
    • Be able to work independently at events, as it’s usually a fast-moving atmosphere with lots going on.

    When and where?

    Research tours and capturing patient images take place throughout the year, so when applying please indicate if you are interested in these areas. 

    What support will you receive?

    • A contact at Leukaemia UK who will be with you on the day
    • A full brief prior to the event

    What will you get?

    • All images used across digital or print will be credited.
    • Refreshments will be provided on the day
    • We can provide references either for potential employers or for your LinkedIn profile
    • For student bursaries we will complete volunteering forms

    How to apply

    To apply to be a volunteer photographer please contact [email protected] or 020 7299 0722

    I really enjoy volunteering with Leukaemia UK, it has been encouraging to see the impact of their cause to the wider community and it is a great way to meet members of the public and community. I would recommend anyone looking to volunteer, to choose Leukaemia UK and get involved.
    - Denise, LUK Volunteer

    Volunteer videographer

    Why we need you?

    Leukaemia UK is the UK's leading leukaemia research and care charity, dedicated to discovering better treatments and ultimately a cure for leukaemia and other blood cancers.

    Our brand personality is focused on showing real life videos of our fundraisers, patients and researchers to showcase the diversity of our work and fundraising challenges.

    What will you be doing?

    Your role will be to film a wide array of footage such as interviews with individuals affected by leukaemia and blood cancer, their friends and family, researchers and scientists taking about their work. As well as our events participants, our conferences and community led events.

    You will edit and arrange footage, with input from a member of the Leuka team, to create an engaging video which furthers the aims of the charity. This footage will then be shared on our website, social media platforms and at Leukaemia UK events.

    The role would require use of your own equipment and editing software.

    What skills and experiences are required?

    • Experience in filming and video editing
    • Have access to and knowledge of editing software
    • Have a good eye for shots and the ability to use a camera for filming purposes
    • Enthusiasm and the willingness to work independently and show initiative
    • Be understanding and compassionate with the ability to film interviews in a tactful manner.

    When and where?

    Dates TBC

    Location: mostly at our office in central London. On some occasions interviews will be held at the supporter’s home or researchers lab which may be outside London.

    What support will you receive?

    • A full brief prior to the event
    • A contact at Leukaemia UK who will be with you on the day

    What will you get?

    • All videos used will be credited
    • Refreshments will be provided on the day
    • We can provide references either for potential employers or for your LinkedIn profile
    • For student bursaries we will complete volunteering forms

    How to apply

    To apply to be a volunteer videographer please contact [email protected] or 020 7299 0722

     

    Who’s Cooking Dinner?

    What will you be doing?

    We are looking for enthusiastic volunteers to help at our charity gala dinner event. Volunteers will be doing various tasks such as selling raffle tickets, spot auction bidders and get them to fill in the auction forms, provide general information to guests if required.

    What is required?

    • Being accountable for all monies received (cash, cheques or card payments)
    • Have your own smart phone and being able to use charity contactless machines to take payments
    • Ensuring that accurate contact details are obtained for every sale and for auction winners
    • Providing a friendly and courteous approach to all guests
    • Enjoying working as part of the team and willing to engage with high net-worth guests
    • Reliability and punctuality

    What to wear

    A black top, black trousers and black comfortable shoes

    What support will you receive?

    A full brief and induction prior to the event.

    What we offer you

    • We will provide a hot meal during the event
    • We can provide references either for potential employers or for your LinkedIn profile
    • For student bursaries we will complete volunteering forms

    How to apply

    Please contact [email protected] or 020 7299 0722

     

     

    Published: 3rd August, 2016

    Updated: 24th June, 2021

    Author:

    Share this page
    • Email
    • Facebook
    • Twitter

    Latest

    • Madeleine McLeod

      Head of Philanthropy

    • Leukaemia UK reveals new strategy to go further than ever to stop leukaemia devastating lives

      Leukaemia UK reveals new strategy to go further than ever to stop leukaemia devastating lives

      Leukaemia UK has revealed a new strategy to go further than ever to save and improve more lives, through research, awareness and advocacy.

    • World Blood Cancer Day: An update with Dr Pramila Krishnamurthy

      World Blood Cancer Day: An update with Dr Pramila Krishnamurthy

      On 28th May the global blood cancer community comes together to mark World Blood Cancer Day, this campaign calls for support of those with blood cancer and encourages people to become stem cell donors.

    • Lee Valley Velopark 10 Mile: December 2022

      Lee Valley Velopark 10 Mile: December 2022

      Take part in the last event of 2022 and raise vital funds for our cause.

    Most read

    • Donate now

      Donate now

      Your donation will enable us to fund the most innovative research and ensure we can provide the best support for those affected by leukaemia and other blood cancers

    • Why our work is vital

      Why our work is vital

      Leukaemia UK funds ground-breaking research and care for those affected by leukaemia and other blood cancers. Find out about our life-saving work

    • Acute myeloid leukaemia (AML)

    • Yasmin's Hodgkin lymphoma story

      Yasmin's Hodgkin lymphoma story

      Yasmin was diagnosed with Hodgkin lymphoma three years ago. Following treatment, she shares her fresh outlook on life

    • Hodgkin lymphoma: Yasmin's story

      Hodgkin lymphoma: Yasmin's story

      When Yasmin was diagnosed with Hodgkin lymphoma three years ago, she felt anxious about the months of treatment ahead. But now, with a wedding to plan and fresh outlook on life, we are delighted share her inspiring story.

    • Donate in memory

      Donate in memory

      Celebrate the life of a loved one while supporting our vital work

    • Chronic lymphocytic leukaemia (CLL)

    • Scott's acute lymphoblastic leukaemia story

      Scott's acute lymphoblastic leukaemia story

      Scott was diagnosed with acute lymphoblastic leukaemia after collapsing at a work event. Read his story here

    • Chronic myeloid leukaemia (CML)

    • Vacancies

      Vacancies

      Find out about the latest job opportunities at Leukaemia UK.

    Donate in memory

    Donate in memory

    Celebrate the life of a loved one while supporting our vital work Read more

    Published: 23rd August, 2017

    Updated: 19th November, 2021

    Author: Deleted User

    Get involved

    Get involved

    Discover our exciting events calendar Read more

    Published: 20th September, 2017

    Updated: 4th August, 2020

    Author: Deleted User

    Scott's acute lymphoblastic leukaemia story

    Scott's acute lymphoblastic leukaemia story

    Scott was diagnosed with acute lymphoblastic leukaemia after collapsing at a work event. Read his story here Read more

    Published: 9th September, 2019

    Updated: 4th August, 2020

    Author: Deleted User

    Sign up for our newsletter

    Leukaemia UK
    52 Portland Place, London, W1B 1NH

    Email: [email protected]
    Telephone number: 020 7299 0722

    Registered Charity Number 1154856 

    • Facebook
    • Twitter
    • Instagram
    • Contact us
    • Sitemap
    • Accessibility
    • Terms and Conditions
    • Privacy Policy