Volunteer Coordinator Jobs

About Rockinghorse Children’s Charity

Rockinghorse Children’s Charity supports sick and disabled children across Sussex. We support babies, children and young people, along with their families, at The Royal Alexandra Children’s Hospital and The Trevor Mann Baby Unit in Brighton and all of the specialist children’s wards and baby units throughout Sussex. 

We deliver and fund projects that enable doctors and nurses to do more. All of projects are led by the needs of children and young people and their families – the lifesaving medical equipment, the support for parents and families, the toys for children spending time in hospitals across Sussex, the environments and spaces that help children feel more at home when they are in hospital and additional staff to make sure children get the best possible care when they are unwell. 

Originally set up in 1967 by Dr Trevor Mann, we have been supporting children for more than 55 years, and in that time, we have supported nearly a million children and their families. As the official fundraising arm of the Royal Alexandra Children’s Hospital, including the Trevor Mann Baby Unit, we work with the NHS, charity partners and the Sussex community to ensure children can be children no matter now sick they are. 

We do not receive any government, statutory or local authority funding and so we rely on the generous support of individuals, community groups, companies and trusts: people like you, who care about children and want Sussex to be a safe place for children to grow up. 

About the role

In 2022 we launched our three-year strategic plan, which prioritised our activities to enable us to support more babies, children and teenagers. As we enter the final year of this strategy the charity continues to expand and develop its projects and services children all over Sussex.

This role will support the Head of Finance & Operations and be responsible for organising and managing the charity’s volunteers and the volunteer programme – working across the charity to ensure we have the right volunteers to support our work. The role will work with the Head of Marketing & Communications to promote and advertise our volunteer opportunities. You will be responsible for the management, recruitment, onboarding and retention of all short and long-term volunteers, to ensure we can continue to deliver life-saving projects for children and young people across Sussex.

You’ll bring excellent organisational skills, outstanding written and verbal communication skills, a can-do attitude, evidence of brilliant people management skills and a passion and enthusiasm for supporting young people. You’ll be part of a successful team that values wellbeing and champions teamwork, where our vision for children and young people is shared, and success is celebrated.

Duties of the role 

 

Supporting the charity to deliver brilliant projects and service that support children and their families:

Rockinghorse delivers and funds around 70 projects per year – supporting sick and disabled babies, children, young people and their families in hospitals in Sussex – volunteers are a vital part of our ability to deliver and fund these projects.

This role will:

· Work across the charity team to recruit volunteers with the necessary skills, experience and commitment to support our project delivery, fundraising activities and office work.

· Lead on the co-ordinate the induction and training of volunteers to ensure they are fully onboarded and prepared for the charity, the role and to support our work.

· Set up interviews and initial getting to know you conversations to understand the skills, experience and needs of volunteers to ensure they are matched with the right role in the charity.

· Ensure that volunteers are able to achieve their aspirations in terms of work, education, training or further volunteering during their time with the charity.

· Co-ordinate individual and/or group supervision and support for volunteers.

· Ensure that volunteers involved in the charity’s work have access to relevant training and required policies and procedures to ensure they feel confident and are able to develop the skills needed to carry out their role.

· Ensure that the charity has the right policies and procedures in place for the recruitment, onboarding, retention and management of volunteers.

· Manage a volunteer database inline with relevant data protection legislation and ensure that all volunteers undergo appropriate, recorded, due diligence in their recruitment process.

· Support volunteers to share their experiences as case studies and reflections.

· Coordinated volunteer thank you events, engagement activities and communications to ensure volunteers feel part of the charity and actively participate in our work.

· Work collaboratively with the team and external partners to develop volunteer recruitment pathways for our service delivery projects.

· Create new partnerships with companies, the community and partners to create a flow of volunteers into the charity to support our work.

· Manage the offboarding process for all volunteers, ensuring a brilliant experience for all our volunteers from start to finish.

· Support the Head of Marketing and Communications to create promotional, marketing and supporting materials related to our volunteer programme.

· Lead of the evaluation of the volunteer programme and ensure we understand and value to impact volunteers bring to the charity.

· Reporting on the volunteer function as part of the management information and against set KPIs and targets.

 

Support the charity more widely:

· Represent Rockinghorse at events, activities and networks, building strong peer relationships and sharing best practice.

· Model excellent conduct and behaviours in line with the charity’s values and ethos.

· Carry out other such duties as may be required for the purposes of the charity; this will include working during evenings and weekends as required and the postholder would be expected to work flexibly to do so.

· There are travel requirements for this post (covering the whole of Sussex) to attend, put on events and meet with our supporters and volunteers.

 

Person specification 

 

Essential experience, skills and knowledge for the role: 

1. Experience and understanding of the principles of volunteer management in a charity and/or not for profit.

2. Experience and understanding managing volunteers.

3. An understanding of safeguarding and welfare management of volunteers.

4. Able to work collaboratively and build productive relationships with colleagues, stakeholders and third-party agencies.

5. Able to prioritise own workload effectively and confidence to work autonomously.

6. Excellent time management skills with strong prioritisation and organisation skills.

7. Brilliant communication and interpersonal abilities – able to engage with stakeholders quickly and effectively.

8. Ability to handle confidential volunteer information.

9. Experience of using customer relationship management platforms (Rockinghorse uses e-Tapestry).

10. Commitment to Rockinghorse Children’s Charity’s mission, vision and values.

Desirable experience, skills and knowledge: 

1. Experience managing communications and/or marketing to support volunteer engagement and support.

2. Previous work experience with a non-profit, or charitable organisation.

3. Experience of using MailChimp or other CRM & email platforms.

Work skills you’ll need on the job: 

1. A can-do attitude.

2. Brilliant organisational skills.

3. Excellent people skills, adaptable and flexible in manner and approach.

4. Excellent written and verbal communication.

5. Ability to support and motivate others.

6. Ability to work on own initiative and as an active team member.

7. Ability to work under pressure and in a fast-paced environment.

Benefits of working for Rockinghorse Children’s Charity: 

· 25 days annual leave (prorated for part-time) plus bank holidays. 

· An additional day of annual leave on your birthday. 

· Christmas closure days (prorated for part-time) – up to three additional days of annual leave.

· Cycle to work scheme. 

· Competitive pension scheme. 

· Employee and dependants’ health cash plan including access to an online GP and counselling. 

· Family leave including maternity, adoption, shared parental and paternity leave. 

· Ongoing opportunities for learning and professional development for staff. 

· Quarterly reward and recognition days for all staff. 

· Opportunity for flexible, hybrid and part-time working. 

· Subsidised car parking in Brighton. 

· Access to Enterprise Car Club. 

Rockinghorse is committed to building an inclusive workplace, with equity for all, whilst embracing and championing inclusion and diversity. We welcome applications from all. 

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Application Process 

To apply, please send your CV and covering letter outlining how you fulfil the ten essential elements of the person specification.

Your covering letter must address your experience, skills and knowledge against the ten essential elements of the person spec. Applications without a covering letter will not be considered. If you also have any of the desirable criteria, please outline these too. 

If you need any support with the process or application, please get in touch. We can also talk to through the role and answer any questions you may have informally.

All applicants will be shortlisted (to go to interview) based on their ability to demonstrate they have, or can gain, most of the essential criteria for the role – as demonstrated in the covering letter.

Estimated Timeframes: 

· Application Deadline midnight 2nd March 2025.

· Shortlisting w/c 3rd March 2025. 

· Interviews will be Thursday 13th March 2025 in central Brighton.

Interviews will be with the CEO, the Head of Finance & Operations and the Projects Manager and will consist of a series of set questions (the same for each candidate) about your skills, experience and knowledge relating to the post (Essential, Work and Desirable skills).

The interview will also be an opportunity to ask any questions you may have about the role, the charity and the process of recruitment.

The role will be available from 1st April 2025 onwards (depending on post holder’s availability).

Age UK Lewisham and Southwark are seeking a highly motivated individual to join the Healthy Living and Learning Centre  Team to deliver activities and events to people aged 50 or above, and coordinate volunteers. This role is a maternity cover and is fixed term for one year.

Key Responsibilities

• Design and deliver activities and events that promote positive outcomes for people aged 50 or above.
• Coordinate volunteers and partners to support and lead on the delivery of activities and events.
• Lead the MYSocial online calendar platform, ensuring it reflects activities and services across London.
• Build and maintain a network of partners that provide relevant services.  
• Support the wider running of the Day Centre.

Ideal Candidate

• Experienced in delivering activities and events, and working with volunteers.
• Able to multitask and work in an environment where no one day is the same.
• Passionate about supporting people to improve their outcomes – excellent interpersonal skills are a must.

Working at Age UK Lewisham and Southwark

Age UK Lewisham and Southwark aims to provide a safe, inclusive workplace for people of all backgrounds. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees and we strongly encourage applicants from underrepresented groups.

Employee benefits include:

• 26 days annual leave + bank holidays
• Additional 1 day leave for Birthdays
• Access to an Employee Assistance Programme including access to a helpline for partners and dependents
• Generous contractual sick pay scheme, allowing staff to recover without the worry of loss of income
• CycleScheme members – enabling employees to save 25-39% of the cost of a new bike & accessories whilst also spreading the cost
• TechScheme members – enabling employees to purchase tech and home furnishing through AUKLS and spread the cost from their salary

A fantastic opportunity has arisen for a highly motivated and experienced Learning Team Coordinator to join Westway Trust providing support to the Learning Team Managers.

You will be a friendly and enthusiastic individual with strong administration experience along with excellent interpersonal and customer-facing skills who will be committed to working for a charity supporting and enhancing the lives of people in the North Kensington community. 

Key responsibilities of the role include:

Administrative Support

• Undertake administrative duties as directed by the Supplementary Schools Partnerships Manager and the Community Development Manager.
• Maintain information on records and databases as required
• Produce letters, reports, action sheets and documents, as necessary
• Set up meetings and take minutes, as required
• Assist with administrative tasks for project planning
• Manage administration associated with accreditation and awarding bodies for Quality Mark assessments as required
• Carry out administrative duties in relation to registers, cancellations, course documentation and course evaluations data
• Coordinate responses for outstanding stakeholder queries
• Assist with promotional tasks such as mail-outs and outbound progression calls, newsletter, and promotional events/open days
• Monitor office supplies inventory and place orders for learning team projects
• Process criminal record checks (DBS) for volunteers
• Coordination of all data management and impact reporting across team Programmes
• Support the Communications Team in developing and enhancing the communications and marketing strategies for the charity around Learning and Skills, including contributing to the Westway Trust and Westway Learning Twitter accounts and other social media and communication channels
• Assist with community events as required by agreement

Financial Support

• Perform basic financial activities relating to processing payments
• Support the Learning Managers with financial processes (including raising POs, liaising with Accounts for invoices, and processing credit card statements)

Special projects support, for example:

• Undertake administrative duties for the Lords Trading Card Directory
• Keep the Westway Trust and Kensington & Chelsea Social Council (KCSC) service directories updated
• Undertake administrate duties for the after school club Mondays and Thursdays 4.30pm – 6.30pm and help out with activities such as art, reading, games.
• Help organise seasonal events, such as Easter, Halloween, Christmas parties

Knowledge and Experience:

• At least one years’ administrative experience working in a busy office
• Strong customer service experience
• Experience of working in a customer-focused and/or community organisation
• Good organisational, prioritising and problem solving skills, with the resilience to work effectively under pressure
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
• Good command of written and spoken English
• Ability to provide a friendly and efficient service to the Learning Team Managers; learners and members of the community
• Experience of working with a high level of accuracy
• Is flexible, open to, and adapt to new ideas
• Can take the initiative to get things done and not afraid to make suggestions for continuous improvement
• Must have good IT skills, including MS Office Word, Excel and Access
• Be aware of and comply with policies and procedures relating to safeguarding; health and safety and security; confidentiality for all learners (adults, children and young people), and complete online training as required
• Commitment to living out the Westway Trust values including placing the community at the center of all we do.
• Demonstrable understanding of, commitment to, and promotion of equality of opportunities, diversity and inclusion.

Desirable

• Connection to or significant understanding of the local area and its social, cultural and political heritage would be highly desirable
• Experience of working within GDPR legislation
• Community work experience

Benefits of working with us:

• Great location in the heart of Portobello, North Kensington
• Generous holiday entitlement of 25 days per year + statutory bank holidays
• Sick pay scheme
• Investor in People (IiP) employer
• Free gym membership at health club one minute walk from the office
• Pension scheme
• Life Assurance
• Season ticket / bicycle loan
• Free eye test voucher

Interview date: Monday 3 March 

The application deadline is Friday 21 February when applications will be reviewed and shortlisted for interview. However, we reserve the right to close the application early.  An early application is strongly recommended. 

Salary: £18,668.00 (£14.36 hourly)

Hours: 25 hours per week – Monday to Friday with flexibility on start time and finish times

Centre 404 is a friendly, local and thriving charity with an excellent reputation for providing high quality support and services to people with learning disabilities and their families in North London.

We are now looking for someone with experience of working with children with a learning disability and/or Autism to take on the role of coordinator for our short breaks programme for children and their families and family carers in Camden.

As Camden Short Breaks Coordinator, you will be responsible for our delivery of person-centred home- based and community-based outreach support for children and young people living in the borough, ensuring that our service is of the highest quality and meets all CQC standards and contract requirements.

This role involves line managing a team of support workers and positive behavioural support (PBS) workers, liaising with the local authority and local schools, working in partnership with family carers and children and young people to deliver a high-quality service .

Above all, we are looking for someone who is an empathetic and caring communicator who can provide consistent and informed support to families in need. In addition , we would love you to be an innovative and organised team player who will contribute positively to the team.

We strive to offer career development opportunities for all of our staff and welcome ambitious people who want to help us expand our reach of support services.

Candidates are strongly encouraged to read the full job description before submitting their applications. This is available on the vacancies page of the Centre 404 website and on this site as an attachment.

Centre 404 is dedicated to staff development and supervision and we will provide a detailed induction and on-going training and support. We are also committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of adults at risk and we are looking to recruit people who share these values. All offers of employment are subject to an enhanced DBS check, proof of eligibility to work in the UK and two satisfactory references.

We are dedicated to providing a meaningful and rewarding work environment, as well as offering a range of perks and benefits for our staff to enjoy.

Centre 404 is an equal opportunities employer and welcomes applications from all sections of the community. Charity ref number 299889

Job Title: Volunteer Coordinator

Reports to: People and Facilities Director

FTE: Full time, Permanent. 37 hrs per week over 5 days

Location: Hybrid working – 2 days from home and 3 days per week (including Thursdays) from our Central London Office

Salary: £26,648 - £29,200 depending on skills & experience

 

Are you interested in working for an organisation making a real difference to the lives of blind and partially sighted children and young people?

Here at the Royal Society for Blind Children we believe that every blind young person should have the chance to live life without limits. Our values of Trust, Energy, Ambition, and Motivation underpin everything we do, and by giving young people the essential skills to take control of their life, they can unleash their true potential.

We are looking for a volunteer coordinator to:

· Manage our team of services and community volunteers

· Recruit nationally, onboard them and provide them with training, guidance, assistance, and support to ensure they have a positive volunteering experience with RSBC and act as ambassadors for the Society

· Provide volunteers across all areas of the organisation to ensure the efficient delivery of our activity programmes nationally and to establish community fundraising networks across England and Wales

· Work with the People and Facilities Director to develop recruitment strategies, acquire volunteer partners, and to deliver blended digital and face-to-face volunteer induction and training programmes.

The post holder will have a minimum of a Level 2 qualification in Maths and English or equivalent, proven ability to recruit, onboard and train volunteers, excellent relationship building skills and a successful track record of engaging and managing volunteers to support a broad range of activities.

What we offer:

In return we offer a competitive range of benefits including a generous annual leave allowance of 28 days (rising to 29 days after 3 years’ service) + bank holidays, Employee Assistance Programme, Perkbox benefits portal, flexible working opportunities, 3% contribution towards pension, and a season ticket loan. We are a welcoming, diverse and inclusive workforce and are a Disability Confident Employer. We also hold the Investors in People Silver Award.

For further details on the role, please refer to the Job Description and Person Specification.

Please apply by emailing your CV and a supporting statement which details how you meet the requirements of the role and person spec

 

Closing date: 20 February 2025 but will be reviewing applications as they come in

Interview: Initial interview date of 18 February 2025

 

The Society is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Therefore, all posts are subject to an Enhanced Disclosure check from the Disclosure and Barring Service and 2 satisfactory professional references. Registered Charity No.307892

Bright Futures UK is the first and only charity to support young people experiencing long-term illness, back into education. Working with young people from the ages of 5-24 who have both long-term physical, chronic and mental health illnesses. We work to create different educational and social programmes of support so that every young person can reach their true potential.

Role Overview:

Join us as a Volunteer Coordinator and become an integral part of our mission to transform the lives of young people suffering from illness in education. This position involves working within a team to recruit and manage the volunteers that run our Individual and Group programmes. The ideal candidate will be passionate about making a difference in the lives of young people and have excellent communication and organizational skills.

Key Responsibilities:

• Support the recruitment and onboarding of volunteers for various roles, such as creative educational workshop leaders, tutors, and industry mentors.
• Attend in-person recruitment events to engage with our volunteering communities.
• Work alongside our volunteer lead to schedule and deliver online training sessions, to ensure volunteers are well-prepared and confident in their roles.
• Keep accurate training records and provide certificates of completion.
• Assist with organising and delivering volunteer events and recognition programmes to celebrate and motivate the volunteer team.
• Maintain accurate records of volunteer activities and hours, ensuring compliance with all legal and organizational requirements.
• Manage and organise our in-person volunteers, including collecting their programme outlines and communicating their schedules to them.
• Collaborate with other team members to ensure the successful delivery of all programmes.
• Occasionally, attend hospital workshops to support our volunteers with their programming.

Qualifications:

• Experience in a relevant field or studies beneficial but not necessary (e.g., Social Work, Education, Nonprofit Management).
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to build strong relationships with volunteers, young people, and other stakeholders.
• Strong organizational skills and the ability to manage multiple tasks and priorities effectively.
• Empathy, patience, and a genuine passion for supporting young people facing significant challenges.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and Canva, experience with volunteer management software and recruitment sites (desirable).

What We Offer:

• A meaningful and rewarding role within a supportive and passionate team.
• Opportunities for professional development and growth.

How to Apply:

If you are interested in making a difference in the lives of young people and believe you have the skills and experience to excel in this role, please submit your CV and a cover letter  outlining your suitability for the position, with reference to the Job Description.

Join us in making a positive impact on the lives of young people with chronic illnesses!

About Wild Futures

Wild Futures is a charity that currently manages our Monkey Sanctuary which houses and cares for many species of primate. The majority of the residents are victims of the exotic pet trade in the UK.

The Role

As Volunteer Coordinator you would be responsible for organising and managing the volunteers and the volunteer programmes. Promoting, advertising  and managing recruitment of all short and long-term volunteers.

What we are looking for

We are looking for a motivated and positive team player to be a role model and to coordinate, manage and supervise the volunteers daily workloads, ensuring that clear direction and instruction are provided, guiding activities and behaviours and to promote the vision and ethos of the charity. You will be responsible for overseeing the allocation and maintenance of the volunteer accommodation standards.

Background & Qualifications:

· You will require commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of the volunteers.

· Experience in managing a small team and coordinating programmes within a youth working or teaching environment.

· Excellent written and oral communication skills.

· Excellent attention to detail and proof-reading skills

· Strong IT knowledge in all Microsoft packages including Word & Excel

· Be able to demonstrate the ability to multi-task, prioritise and remain calm under pressure.

· Be physically fit and be able to work outdoors in all kinds of weather.

· Possess a full clean driving licence.

· Have permission to work in the United Kingdom

· DBS clearance.

Desirable but not essential

· Good understanding of GDPR

· Experience with Risk Assessments

· Mental Health in the workplace training

· Practical grounds maintenance and tool use

· Experience in grant applications and report writing.

Hammersmith and Fulham Foodbank is at an exciting stage of development, and we are looking for an experienced Volunteer Coordinator to invest in our existing team of volunteers and bring in new volunteers to help us reflect our community.

Our volunteers deliver 8 foodbank sessions a week across the borough, sort and pack in our warehouse, help with our data, drive our stock to centres, run collection events in the community, deliver to people’s homes and pick up donations. Volunteers are the heart of our organisation and we could not deliver our services without them.

We are looking for a candidate with experience in recruiting, selecting and training volunteers to join our team of 11 staff based at our centres across Hammersmith and Fulham.

We are fortunate to have an existing, committed team of volunteers and a strong local profile, meaning you will be joining a charity who many people are keen to support and get involved with.

We want you to help us create volunteer experiences that are professional, rewarding and have a lasting impact. As a team, we work hard and are passionate about the difference we make in people’s lives. If you feel you can add value and positivity to our organisation, then please apply as soon as you can.

Key Responsibilities:

- Actively manage our valuable volunteers by recruiting, training, supporting and communicating with the volunteer team.
- Monitoring, reporting and completing analysis on volunteer satisfaction, trends and outcomes for the Foodbank.
- Support during volunteer sessions, supporting delivery, troubleshooting and inputting to briefing and debriefing sessions.

What You’ll Bring:

- Experience in coordinating, managing or supervising a team of people, including volunteers.
- Conducting volunteer promotion, recruitment, selection and induction processes.
- Writing and delivering impactful training session content and materials.

What We’ll Offer:

- Full time (37.5 hours), permanent contract
- Competitive salary of £35,995 per annum
- 33 days annual leave
- Pension scheme
- Competitive benefits
- Opportunities for professional growth.

Application Deadline:

The closing date for applications is initially set for Thursday 6th February 2025, but depending on the number of applications received, we may bring this forward. We encourage early applications.

Further details:

Location: Based at The Hub, 75 Bloemfontein Road, W12 7DA, with regular visits to other Foodbank centres (see Locations page on our website). Opportunity for some home working by arrangement.

Requirements: An Enhanced Criminal Records check is required for this role as we work with vulnerable people in society.

Hammersmith and Fulham Foodbank is an Equal Opportunities employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all staff and volunteers. We serve a diverse part of London and we would particularly welcome applications from residents of Hammersmith and Fulham.

Strictly no agencies please.

About Hammersmith and Fulham Foodbank:

We are the Hammersmith and Fulham Foodbank, an independent charity and proud member of the Trussell Trust Foodbank Network. Our mission is the prevention and relief from poverty. We provide a range of essential services, offering professional advice through our partners such as Citizens Advice H&F and Anchor Counselling. We believe in helping 'the whole person' when possible and aim to respond quickly to the needs we see around us.

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Are you passionate about finding volunteers to help end Homelessness? Can you work with individuals from the community, corporates and people experiencing homelessness?

We are looking for someone to run and develop our volunteering offer so that we can work with more people, develop new parterships and provide a pathway for our guests to volunteer in a safe environment. You will be able to multi task, working with a range of stakeholders, ensuring that all people feel valued, supported and cared for. This is a new role for our organisation so has plenty of scope to develop and help us achieve more for the people we serve and the wider community.

Our Learning and Participation department seeks to inspire people to protect the natural world, train the next generation of experts, and extend our reach, ensuring that our Gardens and wider work are accessible for everyone.

This position will play a key role in delivering that mission by supporting and growing our vibrant learning volunteer programme, and contributing to the Operations and Projects team’s work providing effective operational support to programmes across the department.

This role is subject to an Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service checks (DBS), including the Child Barred List.

This role is to work 972 hours per annum, and the working pattern will be 9:15-14:25, Mon-Fri, term-time only (39 weeks a year). 

Our ideal candidate will be well organised, with experience of working with a diverse range of volunteers, and good IT competency. They will have excellent communication and relationship-building skills, and a clear passion for learning and Kew’s mission.

The working hours for this role are 9:15-14:15, term time only (39 weeks a year), with occasional requirement to work outside of these hours. There is a requirement for this role to work onsite.

Interviews are due to take place on Tuesday 11 March.

About Us

The Royal Botanic Gardens, Kew (RBG Kew) is a leading plant science institute, UNESCO World Heritage Site, and major visitor attraction. Our mission is to understand and protect plants and fungi for the well-being of people and the future of all life on Earth.

We are working to end the unprecedented extinction crisis and to help create a world where nature is protected, valued by all and managed sustainably. We will achieve these goals by drawing on our leading scientific research, unrivalled collections of plants and fungi, global network of partners, inspirational gardens at Kew and Wakehurst, and our 260 years of history.

Join us on our journey as protectors of the world’s plants and fungi!

Our fantastic benefits package includes opportunities for continuous learning, a generous annual leave entitlement, flexible working to help you maintain a healthy work-life balance, an Employee Assistance Programme and other wellbeing support such as cycle to work scheme and discounted gym membership. We also offer a competitive pension, an employee discount scheme and free entry into a wide range of national museums and galleries, as well as access to our own beautiful gardens at Kew and Wakehurst.

If you are interested in this position, please submit your application through the online portal, by clicking “Apply for this job”.

We are dedicated to equality of opportunity and welcome applications from all sections of the community. We are committed to interview disabled applicants who meet the essential criteria for the post.

No agencies please.

Chichester Diocesan Association for Family Support Work is looking to recruit an Assistant Community and Volunteer Coordinator to support our work across East Sussex.

Ideally, you will have a knowledge of volunteering but most essential you will be a confident individual who can engage with people from all walks of life.

In addition to coordinating the volunteers, you will oversee some of the local community events and work alongside the CEO maintaining and developing relationships with Churches and community groups. 

Family Support Work has been working in Sussex for 133 years, founded by social-minded Christians in the 1890s; we have been at the heart of caring for families ever since. We now work with people of all faiths and none and whilst a knowledge about the Church would be beneficial, it is not essential.

If you are passionate about our mission and want to play a role in driving forward the work of Family Support Work, we want to hear from you.

FSW values and invests in their employees’ development. Employee benefits include:

• Matched employers’ contribution to a group pension scheme (to a current maximum of 4%)

• 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays (pro-rata for part time)

• Family friendly policies and flexible working

• Regular in-house training and opportunities to study for other qualifications

Hours 22.5 per week by arrangement, some evening and weekend working will be required

Salary £25,000 

This role is a hybrid of office (Brighton) and home based and will include the need to travel around the East Sussex county.

Family Support Work is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.

Family Support Work a registered charity number 285337 is an equal opportunities employer and welcomes applications from all sections of the community. As a charity with its origins in Christianity FSW welcomes applications from people of ALL faiths and none.

Posted on: 18 January 2025

Closing date: 12 Noon Monday 17 February 2025. Interviews will take place 24 February in Brighton or by Zoom

About us

Founded in 1951, the Refugee Council exists to support people who come to the UK in need of safety and speak out for compassion, fairness and kindness. We achieve this by providing expert advice and casework, building the capacity of refugee community organisations, and working with allies across society to change government policy.

Our vision for refugees to be welcome to live safe and fulfilling lives contributing to the UK has never been more urgent and needed. Today 27 million refugees and 84 million displaced people around the world need of safety, dignity and welcome. We are determined to secure public and government support for safe routes for all people seeking safety, and a fair, effective and compassionate refugee protection system.

About the role

The UK government’s resettlement programmes (such as the UKRS, ARAP as well as other UK Resettlement Schemes) support refugees who are selected and processed in the region of origin and brought to the UK with their status already determined. Under these schemes, a specific quota of refugees will be coming to the UK for resettlement.

The Resettlement Team in Yorkshire and Humberside provides advice and support for resettled refugees to help them access services and mainstream provision, and establish community links. Working closely with local stakeholders and in partnership with other voluntary sector agencies running similar services across the UK, the Refugee Council resettlement team promotes both the integration and independence of this group.

Main Duties and Responsibilities

To provide information about the work of the Refugee Council to potential volunteers and to maintain regular contact with refugee community and other organisations which might provide a potential source of volunteers for the Refugee Council.

1. To work with the managers and resettlement workers within the team to identify the potential need for volunteers and the necessary skills required.
2. To recruit, induct and train volunteers so that they can be deployed and matched effectively within the regional programme this will involve supporting them in day-to-day and operational issues.
3. To ensure that volunteers are valued and supported in their engagement with the Refugee Council and to ensure that volunteers are engaged in various roles and in such ways as to ensure compatibility with the organisational principles on volunteering.

Contract: Fixed term until 31/03/2026.

Hours: Part-time, 21 hours per week.

For more information on the role and to apply, please visit our website via the apply button.

Closing date: 7 February 2025.

Interviews: w/c 18 February 2025.

Ensuring that the Refugee Council is an inclusive and accessible place to work is important to us. We want to enable people from different backgrounds to apply and thrive with us. We believe our recruitment process enables that and are also happy to make adjustments on request.

We are looking to recruit someone who will be able to develop and lead a new volunteering programme for Soundabout. This role would suit someone who is project focused, interested in inclusive music making and who champions learning Disabled people with complex support needs.

Ideally, we are looking for someone with volunteer co-ordination experience, who is hard working, proactive, reliable and honest. An eye for detail is important, as is a willingness to work flexibly to respond to the project’s needs. You need to be comfortable using your own initiative and be able to motivate yourself in your home-working environment.

The candidate will be responsible for ensuring the development and coordination of a new Soundabout volunteering programme, this includes:

• Research current best practice in with a key focus on equity, diversity, inclusion, and accessibility.

• Work with the Soundabout staff and practitioner teams to identify potential volunteering opportunities.

• Work with CEO to develop a volunteering strategy for Soundabout.

• Design and development of a new volunteer programme at

  Soundabout, including new systems for recruitment, organising opportunities, and monitoring and supporting volunteers. This includes reviewing and updating existing volunteer handbook and related policies with the Operations Manager.

• Recruitment, interview, and induction of new volunteers.

• Tracking and organising volunteer training, DBS check, and other

  safeguarding requirements alongside colleagues.

• Regular liaison with potential and active volunteers.

• Create bespoke plans with volunteers who would like to work

  towards personal goals / aims.

• Ensure progression tracking, tracking of placements, and

  evaluation is undertaken to determine the impact and celebrate

  volunteer achievements.

• Organise virtual and in-person social events, celebratory events,

  and other ways to ensure volunteers feel valued.

• Work with colleagues to look strategically at the incorporation of

  the Emerging / Graduate Emerging Leaders programme within a wider volunteering programme.

Benefits:

• Flexible working

• Home working

• Pension scheme with an employer contribution of 3%

• Employee Assistance Program (Westfield Health Cash Plan) by

  monthly subscription paid by Soundabout - employees claim back the costs of health and wellbeing services such as dental, optical, physiotherapy, osteopathy, have access to a 24/7 virtual GP, and shopping discounts

• 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays (pro-rated for part-time employees)

• Supportive working culture fostering a good work/life balance

• Enhanced Sick Pay

• Enhanced Maternity Pay

Person specification

Must Have:

• Experience of volunteering either as a volunteer or in the co- ordination of volunteering opportunities.

• Project work experience including administrative skills, problem solving skills, using your own initiative and planning tasks (whether paid or unpaid).

• Excellent IT skills and experience of using Office 365 and willingness and ability to quickly pick up skills in using our other IT systems such as Salesforce, WordPress, Enthuse, Mail Chimp.

• Events planning and organisation experience.

• Flexibility in your approach to the work, to adapt to what the

  project needs are within your paid hours.

• A friendly, professional, and able communicator, who feels

  comfortable talking to a wide variety of people, in-person, by

  email, phone and through social media.

• Someone who sets themselves a high standard in the quality of

  their work and who has a willingness to learn from others.

• An ability and willingness to be an excellent champion for

  Soundabout who is prepared to get involved in our events and

  campaigns.

• Someone who has a strong commitment to safeguarding, equity,

  diversity, inclusion, and belonging across all aspects of

  Soundabout.

• Experience of using Zoom and of administrating Zoom calls.

• Availability to work on a Tuesday morning (other times are flexible)

• Has a workspace that they can use at home and a reliable internet

  connection.

• A willingness to travel to and support volunteering events.

• Right to work in the UK

Nice to Have:

• Experience of developing volunteering opportunities / programmes and volunteer management.

• Experience of being in musical environments

• Knowledge and/or experience of working with learning Disabled

  people and their families

• Salesforce experience

• An awareness of Makaton and interest in learning and using signs.

  Note: This job description outlines the principal responsibilities and duties of the post holder. It is not meant to be, nor is it, an exhaustive list of specific responsibilities and duties. The post holder will be expected to undertake any other duties which could reasonably be expected as being within the remit of the post and which arise out of changes in legislation, regulations, orders, rules and working practices, methods and procedures and reviews, as directed from time to time.

Please refer to our Volunteer Co-ordinator pack for more information. Please also complete the anonymous Equal Opportunities Form.

Nightstop Support Worker & Volunteer Coordinator

Are you passionate about making a meaningful impact in the lives of young adults facing homelessness? Join our dynamic team as a Nightstop Support Worker & Volunteer Coordinator in Depaul UK, where you will play a vital role in supporting and empowering individuals on their journey towards independence.

Position: Nightstop Support Worker & Volunteer Coordinator
Salary: £27,636 per annum including London Weighting Plus Pension and Other Benefits
Location: Bermondsey, Southwark, -  London
Hours: Full-time, 37.5 hours per week
Closing Date: Sunday 9th February 2025

 

About the Role:

Depaul UK delivers a wide range of support and housing services for people experiencing or at risk of becoming homeless throughout the UK. Nightstop London, run by Depaul UK, is part of a national network of over 30 Nightstop services run through different organisations.

This role is busy and varied and involves working with young people from when they approach the service to when they find longer term accommodation. You will be the first point of contact for all young people, assessing each young person’s needs and risks. In addition you will be responsible for coordinating volunteers as well as organising the logistics of each Nightstop placement and making sure that each Nightstop placement is safe.

Key Responsibilities:

• Be the first point of contact for people experiencing homeless and referral partners, providing advice and signposting.
• Conduct needs and risk assessments with potential Nightstop guests.
• Arrange the logistics of a guest’s stay with a volunteer.
• Work with guests and referral partners to offer support and opportunities for longer term accommodation.
• Provide support to guests and volunteers through a 24 hour on call phone service.
• Maintain up to date records on all guests and volunteers.
• Support with the creation of reports.

About You:

You will be passionate about supporting young people and have experience working with those facing homelessness, mental health issues, or who are care leavers. You’re a proactive, flexible team player, willing to work variable hours to meet the needs of clients.

Key Skills & Experience:

• Excellent customer service skills and telephone manner.
• An understanding of the needs of people who experience homelessness, the problems they face and the resources available to address their support needs.
• Experience of working with vulnerable people or people experiencing homeless.
• Understanding of current housing and homelessness legislation, including entitlement to welfare provision.
• Experience of writing, implementing and evaluating Risk Assessments.
• An ability to work in an organised manner and arrange placement logistics.
• Experience of collaborative working with a range of internal and external stakeholders.

 

In return for working here, you will receive:

• A comprehensive training package tailored to your needs and role
• Flexible working model for suitable roles
• 26 days annual leave rising to 30 after five years of service
• Family-friendly leave policies including - maternity, adoption and parental leave and Carers leave.
• Auto-enrolment to pension scheme employer from day 1 with employer contribution up to 7% and increasing with service
• Employee Assistance Programme and access to the app – 24/7 GP appointments, prescription service, health checks and nutrition advice.
• Discount vouchers including gym, retail, food & drink, travel, electricals and more.
• Cash benefit plan for you and your partner (living with you) and children under 18 including covering Dental, Optical, Hospital Stays, Scans and More
• Death in service (4x Base salary)
• Legal Advice line

 

About the Organisation:

Depaul UK is dedicated to supporting vulnerable young people and adults at risk of homelessness. With services from Newcastle to London, they focus on prevention, resilience, and providing opportunities for a brighter future. Guided by Vincentian values, they aim to empower individuals to become self-sufficient and confident. Join the team and be a part of the mission to create lasting change.

Other Roles You May Have Experience Of Could Include: Progression Coach, Homelessness Support Worker, Youth Support Worker. Supported Housing Officer, Young People’s Case Worker, Community Outreach Worker, Case Manager, Housing Case Worker, Volunteer Manager, Volunteer Coordinator, etc. #INDSCP

PLEASE NOTE: This role is being advertised by NFP People on behalf of the organisation.