Activities and volunteer coordinator jobs
ScotsCare is a modern charity with a 420 year-old history, providing financial, practical and emotional support to first and second generation Scots and their families in Greater London. We support three client groups, children and families, working age adults and older people, with a wide range of services including family support, counselling, advocacy, financial support, sheltered housing, homelessness, social events and befriending
We are currently seeking to appoint a part time Community Engagement Co-ordinator for our charity based in central London.
The Community Engagement Co-ordinator is responsible for developing with the Communications Manager a community engagement strategy for ScotsCare, in order to increase awareness and engagement with ScotsCare services and support, with the aim of increasing the number of people using ScotsCare services. A particular focus is on building relationships with organisations that engage with potential clients (ScotsCare service users), including councils, NHS, local community partners, service providers and other charities.
Key Duties include:
- Cultivate positive relationships with partnerships with all relevant stakeholders.
- Increase the visibility and understanding of the work of the charity.
- Attend community events (in-person and online) as a ScotsCare representative, including some evening and weekend events.
- Identify agencies and groups in the community who could benefit from understanding the work of the charity and provide in-person and/or online presentations and overviews.
- Lead staff and volunteers and act as their main point of contact providing support with undertaking community engagement activities.
- Create marketing and messaging materials of both written and data elements to include pamphlets, brochures, and presentations, newsletters and social media posts.
- Work with Communications team to update relevant information on the charity’s website.
- Monitor and evaluate impact over the course of the year.
Key Competencies
- Strong relationship‑building and networking ability
- Confident communication and presentation skills
- Ability to work independently and manage competing priorities
- Data‑driven approach to measuring impact
- Cultural awareness and sensitivity
- Creativity in developing outreach and engagement content
The ideal candidate should have experience in:
- Community engagement, outreach, public engagement, or partnership development
- In the charity, health, social care, or community sectors
- Demonstrable experience representing an organisation externally
- Producing marketing and communications materials
Team responsibilities
Co-operate within the total staff group of ScotsCare ensuring an effective service to clients and contribute to team training and skill sharing among team members as appropriate.
General
Be prepared to undertake any other duties commensurate with the level of the position as required by the Chief Executive.
Renumeration and Terms
- The salary for this post is £36,113
- Hybrid working
- This role reports to the Communications Manager
- There will be a 7-13% contribution (dependent on employee level of contribution) from ScotsCare towards a Pension Scheme
- 25 Days annual leave plus statutory holidays
- Flexitime working and other benefits
- The place of work is based at ScotsCare’s Head Quarters at 183-185 Bermondsey Street, SE1 3UW, however the post holder will be required to work on an community engagement basis across the 35 mile radius from Charing Cross catchment area. We have flexible working guidelines in place which include some working from home.
ScotsCare is committed to equal opportunities and values diversity in its workforce.
No agencies please.
To improve the lives of Scots and the children of Scots in London
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Actively Interviewing
This organisation is scheduling interviews as applications come in. They're ready to hire as soon as they find the right person. Don't miss your opportunity, apply now!
Big C is proud to support people affected by cancer across Norfolk — and the generosity of our supporters makes that possible.
We’re looking for an enthusiastic and driven Community Fundraiser to join our Fundraising, Marketing and Communications Team. This is a hands-on, varied and relationship-led role where you’ll build meaningful connections, deliver engaging fundraising initiatives.
This is an exciting opportunity for someone with fundraising experience who wants to contribute directly to the charity’s income and see the real impact of their work within the community.
About the role
Reporting to the Events and Engagement Manager, you’ll coordinate and deliver a range of community fundraising initiatives that contribute directly to Big C’s income targets.
A key focus of this role is responsibility for developing and growing our Regular Giving and Legacies income streams. You’ll nurture supporter relationships, promoting long-term giving and legacy pledge opportunities to help ensure these vital areas of income continue to grow.
Alongside this, engage with local groups and organisations helping to deliver activities that inspire individuals and communities to get involved. You’ll act as a visible ambassador for Big C, representing the charity at events and cheque presentations. This is a proactive role that combines relationship-building, income generation and coordination — ideal for someone who enjoys being out in the community while keeping everything organised behind the scenes.
Key Responsibilities:
- Coordinate and deliver community fundraising initiatives that directly contribute to agreed income targets
- Take ownership of Big C’s Regular Giving and Legacies fundraising activity, driving engagement and income growth
- Build and maintain strong relationships with supporters, local organisations and community groups
- Identify new fundraising opportunities and support the development of agreed campaigns and activities
- Provide tailored support to third-party fundraisers to help maximise their fundraising potential
If viewing this vacancy from our website, you can download the full job description here: Community Fundraiser.
An accessible version of the job description for visually impaired applicants is available here: Community Fundraiser - accessible version.
About Big C
Big C is one of East Anglia’s largest cancer charities, having raised £50 million in 45 years. Each year, our supporters help us raise around £3 million to support people affected by cancer in our community.
We provide holistic care through Cancer Support Centres and Hubs, as well as online and telephone support via our Virtual Support Centre. Income comes from donations, local businesses, grants, legacies, and 11 charity shops across the region.
Committed to equity, diversity, and inclusion, Big C was recently awarded Gold Accreditation in the Best Employers Eastern Region 2025 and offers a supportive environment that values wellbeing and work/life balance.
Why Big C?
We’re proud to be a Best Employer (Gold, Eastern Region 2025) and offer a supportive, inclusive working environment that values wellbeing, development, and work-life balance.
Our benefits include:
- 33 days holiday (FTE, including bank holidays)
- 5% employer pension contribution
- Company sick pay and life assurance
- Health Cash Plan and Employee Assistance Programme
- Cycle to Work Scheme
- Opportunities for professional development
If you share these values and want to make a real difference, we’d love to hear from you.
Apply Now
Big C are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of vulnerable adults, young adults and children and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.
When applying, please complete the online application fully. Information to support your application can be in your attached covering letter or where indicated in the application.
If you have questions about this role, would prefer to apply another way, or require information in an accessible format, please get in touch.
Please note that this vacancy may close earlier once sufficient applications received. Interviews will take place as soon as possible.
Together, we improve the lives of local people affected by cancer.
LGBT Foundation is an impactful, vibrant charity with a wide portfolio of well-established services and rapidly developing new initiatives aimed at meeting the needs of lesbian, gay, bisexual, and trans people.
We are looking for a Volunteer Coordinator to support our volunteers and staff team to have an efficient and enjoyable volunteer programme. You will coordinate volunteer recruitment, social events and training, and as part of ‘Team People’, you will work to support the wider team to ensure volunteers and their supervisors are fully supported and deployed effectively. In addition, part of your role will be to support on a funded project or programme of work for LGBT Foundation (4 hours per week).
The post holder will be responsible for:
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Volunteer Recruitment: Coordinating volunteer recruitment and onboarding, including collecting references, carrying out DBS checks and running inductions.
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Volunteer Retention and Recognition: Coordinating the volunteer social calendar, training opportunities and end of year survey. Supporting with the planning and delivery of the annual Volunteer Awards.
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Management of administration of the volunteer programme: Ensuring volunteer records are accurate and that admin tasks are carried out with a high level of attention to detail.
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Support volunteer supervisors: Work closely with staff who supervise volunteers, including coordinating bi-monthly catch-up meetings, training and other support.
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Project work: Provide support for Village Heroes for LGBT Foundation 4 hours per week.
We celebrate and empower our diverse communities to realise their full potential, every day.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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This organisation is scheduling interviews as applications come in. They're ready to hire as soon as they find the right person. Don't miss your opportunity, apply now!
Job Role: Service Manager – Day Centre & Activities Hub
Salary: £30,750 per year
Hours: 37.5 hours per week
Contract type: Fixed term contract until 31st March 2028
Location: Bath
Additional information:
- Participation in an out-of-hours on-call rota, approximately once in every 15 weeks.
- Standard working days will be Monday to Friday; however, flexibility will be required to work occasional mornings, evenings, and weekends to support the needs of the service.
About Julian House:
Julian House is a charity dedicated to making a difference to the lives of the most vulnerable and disadvantaged people in society. We run several projects and every year we help thousands of people out of homelessness, into employment, away from domestic abuse, and more.
If you’d like a real sense of job satisfaction, great career prospects and a competitive benefits package, you could be who we’re looking for!
About the Role:
This is an exciting brand‑new opportunity for a passionate and dynamic Service Manager to lead our Day Centre and activity programme! This is your chance to make a real impact by shaping a vibrant, inclusive, and supportive environment for the people we work with.
In this role, you’ll take the lead on coordinating and overseeing the day‑to‑day running of the service, as well as supporting our amazing team of support workers and volunteers. No two days will be the same — you’ll design and deliver creative, engaging, and meaningful activities tailored to the needs, interests, and goals of our clients.
You’ll also build strong, collaborative relationships with internal teams and external partners, helping to open doors to new opportunities and ensuring our clients receive the very best support. If you’re someone who loves bringing people together, creating positive experiences, and driving a service forward, we’d love to hear from you!
What you’ll be doing:
- Lead a vibrant activity programme: Oversee the delivery of a varied and stimulating timetable of day centre activities, ensuring they are tailored to the needs, interests, and preferences of our clients.
- Support and guide your team: Provide clear line‑management support to staff and volunteers, helping them thrive in their roles and deliver the best possible experience for clients.
- Champion safety and safeguarding: Manage local incidents and safeguarding concerns, ensuring all actions are taken promptly, recorded accurately, communicated with the right people, and followed up appropriately.
- Be the Health & Safety lead: Act as the service’s Health & Safety representative, ensuring the team and all stakeholders follow established safety guidelines and work within a safe environment.
Please note: Job descriptions are not exhaustive, and the successful candidate may occasionally be asked to take on other duties that align with the key responsibilities outlined.
What we’re looking for:
- Experience working with people who may have complex needs and/or challenging behaviours.
- Ability to manage teams and/or projects resulting in high quality client service.
- Knowledge and understanding of the care and support requirements of people experiencing social exclusion.
There are many great reasons to join our team!
- Access to our Rewards Platform, which includes an Employee Assistance Programme and Health Cash Plan
- 27 days annual leave, including an extra day off for your birthday, plus bank holidays - increasing up to 30 days after 4 years of continuous employment (pro rata for part-time staff)
- 30% staff discount at Julian House charity shops
- A generous and competitive pension scheme
- A supportive culture where staff feedback is highly valued and regular supervisions with line managers are conducted
- Great opportunities for career development and free monthly training sessions from experienced facilitators
- For all the fantastic and valuable work, you’ll be doing, you’ll be eligible for the Blue Light Card which offers amazing discounts on thousands of brands
- Reflective Practice sessions from objective, external facilitators
Our Ethos
As an Equal Opportunities employer, we have an Equality and Diversity Action plan in place showing our commitment in ensuring continuous improvement in creating an inclusive culture. We also have a committed group of Inclusion & Diversity champions who meet monthly to ensure progress is being made. We invite applications from people from all backgrounds and cultures, especially minority groups that are underrepresented in the workplace. We also welcome applications from those with lived experience. We embrace flexibility and are proud to be a Disability Confident and Mindful employer, as well as an Armed Forces Covenant Supporter.
If you have any special access requirements or other support needs throughout the application process (including interview), please contact us so that we can let you know how we can support you. We accept CVs and applications in all formats.
DBS Checks
We welcome applications from people with lived experience. All applicants working with our clients will be expected to undertake an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service check. A criminal conviction will not necessarily prevent you from becoming an employee, the decision will depend on the type of offence and its relevance to the role. If you would like to discuss any convictions you may have, please contact the person named in the advert. All information will be dealt with according to our Data Protection Policy.
Please note: We reserve the right to close our vacancies once the perfect candidate has been found. We recommend submitting your application as soon as possible so that you don’t miss out!
As Community Coordinator, you will be welcoming everyone who walks through our doors, running fun and inclusive activities, and helping people access the support that they need.
This role is a demanding, people-focussed position and the successful applicant will have an outstanding ability to relate to and draw the best out of our community at The Oasis Centre.
What you will be doing:
· Giving a warm, genuine welcome to everyone who visits the Centre
· Planning, preparing, and running fun, engaging, and inclusive community activities in our free café
· Helping people find the right support by signposting them to services within the Centre
· Responding calmly and wisely to issues that present themselves, offering reassurance and support
· Welcoming visiting organisations and ensuring they feel part of the Oasis culture
· Living out and actively modelling the values of Oasis every day
· Setting the tone of a safe, respectful, and uplifting environment by challenging negative behaviours appropriately
· Supporting the wider Oasis team with other tasks when needed
What we’re looking for:
· An Occupational Requirement exists for the post-holder to be a practicing Christian in accordance with Section 2 of the Equality Act 2010
· A natural “people person” warm, approachable, and welcoming
· A great communicator who can connect with people from all walks of life
· Patient, kind, and trustworthy, someone who can be relied on
· Organised and self-motivated, able to take initiative
· Calm under pressure and confident in handling conflict well
Person Specification:
E = Essential D = Desirable
1. Education/ Training
GCSE Maths and English minimum 5 or above (High C and above) (E)
2. Experience
A minimum of 2 years relevant experience (this can be from a wide variety of backgrounds) (D)
Experience of working with disadvantaged people (D)
Experience of communicating effectively and persuasively using a variety of media (D)
Experience of working within a small-medium charity (D)
Experience of working in a community setting (E)
3. Essential Skills
Excellent organisational skills: including goal setting, prioritising competing demands and meeting deadlines (D)
A clear communicator at all levels, with excellent written and oral communication skills, including the ability to write clear and comprehensive reports. (E)
Ability to work independently and to identify and prioritise own workload (E)
Ability to work as a supportive and productive member of a team (E)
Flexibility to deal with constantly changing circumstances and a cool head under pressure (E)
Excellent conflict resolution skills (E)
Good interpersonal skills (E)
Confident at networking and building up productive relationships (D)
4. Relevant Aptitudes
Compassionate with a heart for the disadvantaged (E)
Flexible and occasionally willing to work outside of usual working hours (E)
5. Personal
Willingness to uphold the vision, mission and values of The Oasis Centre (E)
Approachability: a friendly, welcoming and caring nature (E)
An ability to relate to, include, and bring the best out of The Oasis Centre’s community (E)
An ability to positively interact with all of our community, volunteers and staff (E)
6. Beliefs
It is an Occupational Requirement for the post-holder to be a practicing Christian in accordance Section 2 with the Equality Act 2010 (E)
To enhance the wellbeing of the residents of East Manchester, by offering holistic support and communicating a message of love, hope and faith.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Pantries and Community Engagement Coordinator
Applications Close: 27th March
Interviews: 2nd or 3rd April
£31,000 (pro rata) | 0.6 FTE (3 days per week) | Lambeth | 6-month fixed term
Healthy Living Platform is looking for a confident, organised and values-driven Pantries and Community Engagement Coordinator to help strengthen and coordinate our community food work across Lambeth.
This is a hands-on role at the heart of our food pantry network - supporting volunteers, coordinating delivery across sites, and ensuring our work is rooted in dignity, inclusion and community leadership.
You’ll play a key role in:
· Strengthening pantry delivery and volunteer support
· Coordinating corporate volunteer days
· Supporting pathways for community-led food activity
· Embedding safe, inclusive and culturally responsive practice
We’re looking for someone with experience in community-based work and volunteer coordination, who is passionate about reducing health inequalities and supporting community-led solutions.
We warmly encourage applications from individuals whose backgrounds and experiences reflect the diverse communities of Lambeth.
If you’re motivated by strengthening communities through food, connection and collaboration, we’d love to hear from you.
Job Description
See attached
Are you compassionate, organised, and passionate about making a difference in the lives of older people living with dementia? Join our Wellbeing and Connections team, in this role supporting those with dementia and their carers and family, for residents aged 60+ in the London Borough of Westminster.
About the role:
As our Dementia Coordinator, you’ll lead the development and coordination of a tailored, personalised dementia-focused service, working closely with volunteers, carers, and local partners. Your work will help create a supportive, connected community where people living with dementia feel valued, engaged and have greater control over thier management of thier condition.
We have existing monthly activites for those with dementia including our MCST group and our monthly Memory Cafés. The first offers a structured group session and the cafes offers a relaxed, informal setting for people with dementia and their family, friends and carers to get together. The Memory Cafés provides a mixture of talks, information and advice, entertainment and activities. You will work with staff and volunteers to ensure the delivery of these services and ensure they meet the needs of your clients and carers.
Our broader offer includes a range of services with tailored support through holistic understanding of those who seek our support. Please see our website for our range of services.
What you’ll do:
- Lead the devlopment and delivery of a client focussed offer for those with early stage dementia, undertaking personalised assessments and planning to meet the individual needs of clients and thier carers.
- Work with the wider team to support clients in accessing dementia related support, befriending support, social activities beyond the dementia groups and other related services.
- Build strong partnerships with local dementia services across health, social care, and the voluntary sector.
- Use and support the team of existing dementia linked volunteers and develop further recruitment and training as needed.
Who you are:
You have experience working in dementia services or the voluntary sector or in a personal context, and a deep understanding of the challenges faced by people living with dementia and their carers. You’re proactive, organised, and passionate about delivering person-centred support that makes a real difference.
Why join us?
You’ll be part of a small, caring team committed to practical, person-centred support for older people both through groups and as individuals. This is a unique chance to shape a growing service and improve the quality of life for people living with dementia in your community.
Closing date for applications: 12th March 2026 at 9am. Interview dates: 17th / 18th March 2026
Please check our Website for further information if needed.
We are recruiting a Van Peer Coordinator to support our Hepatitis C peer project in the Oxford & Thames Valley area. This role involves driving a van across the region and working with people affected by substance use and hepatitis C.
Peers use their lived experience to raise awareness of hepatitis C, reduce stigma, and help people access testing and treatment.
About you
You will:
- Be confident driving a van and travelling long distances
- Have experience working with people affected by substance misuse
- Have lived experience of hepatitis C, or experience supporting someone who has
- Be reliable, compassionate, and well organised
- Have good communication skills
- Hold a clean driving licence (essential)
What you’ll do
- Recruit and support volunteer peers
- Work with NHS hepatitis C teams, drug and alcohol services, and homelessness services
- Coordinate education sessions and community-based hepatitis C testing
- Support people into hepatitis C treatment and ongoing care
This role requires regular travel across Oxford & Thames Valley.
The Hepatitis C Trust is a charity dedicated to eliminating hepatitis C in the UK by 2030.


The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Sport & Events Coordinator
Department: Sport & Physical Activity Team
Reports To: Sport & Events Manager
Direct Reports: None
Contract Details: Full time, hybrid working (3 days in the office, 2 days remote)
Grade: 7
Salary: 28,000 – 30,000
Job Purpose:
This role will be responsible for the end-to-end delivery of a set of allocated sports, becoming the subject matter expert for those sports within CSSC. Working closely with volunteers, suppliers and partners, the role will ensure that their sports deliver a balance of larger national events and engaging local activities. For some larger scale events, the role will take on responsibility as Events Lead, so experience in event planning and delivery is vital.
The role will oversee event planning, delivery and evaluation, while ensuring compliance with all operational requirements such as health & safety and risk management. The role will play a vital role in supporting CSSC’s sports programme, increasing participation and enhancing member experience.
Key Responsibilities:
Sport Oversight & Development
· Act as the subject matter expert for a set of allocated sports.
· Support the development and delivery of sport specific plans in collaboration with the Sport & Physical Activity Team, volunteers, members and external partners.
· Monitor trends, challenges and opportunities within each sport to inform planning and innovation.
Event Planning & Delivery
· Lead the end-to-end planning and delivery across the allocated sports.
· Ensure all events comply with event protocols such as health & safety and risk management.
· Coordinate logistics, manage budgets, bookings, venues, and suppliers to ensure seamless event delivery.
· Work with volunteers to deliver safe, enjoyable and high-quality events and activities.
Volunteer & Partner Engagement
· Support, guide and collaborate with volunteers involved in delivering the sports specific development plans.
· Build positive relationships with NGBs, suppliers and external partners.
· Act as the primary point of contact for a set of allocated sports, proving advice, information and support.
Monitoring, Reporting & Finance
· Manage allocated sports budgets effectively, ensuring effective use of resources.
· Collect and report data on participation, spend and outcomes.
· Capture feedback and lessons learned to improve future delivery.
Team & Organisational Contribution
· Work collaboratively with colleagues across CSSC to support the wider sports transformation programme.
· Contribute to shared projects, national campaigns, cross-sport and cross-team initiatives as required.
Person Specification:
Essential:
· At least one year's experience coordinating and delivering events or projects, ideally within sport or physical activity.
· Strong organisational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities.
· Knowledge of event management protocols, including health & safety and risk management.
· Excellent communication and relationship-building skills.
· Experience of working with volunteers.
· Confidence in managing budgets, logistics, and suppliers.
· Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
Desirable:
· Knowledge of the sport & physical activity sector, including NGBs and sports development principles.
· Experience of developing or supporting sport-specific development plans.
· Understanding of monitoring and evaluation methods for participation and engagement.
· A relevant qualification in event management, sport development, or project management.
· Knowledge of the civil service and public sector environments
We are a not-for-profit, membership, organisation for over 124,000 colleagues from the civil service and public sector.
VOLUNTEER COORDINATOR
OASIS HUB BLAKENHALE
PART TIME: 15 hours per week
FIXED-TERM CONTRACT: 18 months
SALARY: £10,533 for 0.3 FTE and £28,088 for 1FTE
We’re looking for an organised, people‑focused Volunteer Coordinator to recruit, support and coordinate volunteers across our community projects.
At Oasis Community Hub Blakenhale we provide a range of community activities including stay and play, food club, warm welcome space and adult education, community events and school holiday activities. Together, we aim to Creating places of belonging where we can connect with each other. Creating opportunities to volunteer and be change makers. Create a community we are proud of. Volunteers are at the heart of this work and the role of the volunteer co-ordinator will be a key part of this community.
Key Responsibilities
- Recruit, induct and match volunteers.
- Promote volunteering through events and local outreach.
- Provide ongoing support, supervision and admin for volunteers.
- Coordinate volunteers across hub activities.
- Support corporate/skills‑based volunteering and training sessions.
About You
- Experience supporting volunteers or working in a community setting.
- Strong communication and organisational skills.
- Knowledge of safeguarding and confidentiality.
- Confident with Word and Excel.
- Relevant qualification or equivalent experience.
Safeguarding
We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. We expect all staff to share this commitment and to undergo appropriate checks, including enhanced DBS checks.
What we offer
- Flexible working practices which encourage innovation and fresh ideas.
- A supportive network and friendly team in a motivating working environment.
- A non-contributory defined benefit pension scheme with 7% employer contributions.
- 25 days holiday per year (plus Bank Holidays), rising to 30 days after 2 years of service.
- Employee wellbeing schemes such as Cycle to Work and an employee funded health cash plan.
Application process
For full details please go the Oasis UK charity website.
Closing date for completed applications is 9am Friday 20th March. Interviews will take place at Oasis Blakenhale on Wednesday 25th March.
Please send us your CV and cover letter.
To arrange a visit or an informal conversation about the role, please contact Oasis UK Charity Jobs website.
We actively encourage applications from people of all ethnic backgrounds and minority and underrepresented groups. Oasis is committed to making a difference to the lives of the communities it works in, and as such you must show a willingness to demonstrate commitment to the values and behaviours which flow from the Oasis ethos.
The successful candidates must have the right to work in the UK. Oasis cannot assist with sponsorship or visas.
Oasis supports Equal Opportunities. Registered Charity No. 1163889
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
About the Role
We’re excited to offer a unique opportunity to join a new and impactful project – Pathways to Belonging Doncaster. Hosted within the Starting Point team, this role focuses on supporting individuals who are experiencing or have experienced homelessness and are ready to take steps toward a more secure and connected future.
This is a varied, hands-on, and deeply rewarding role for someone who is self-motivated, compassionate, and passionate about making real change in people’s lives.
Who We’re Looking For
We’re seeking a dynamic individual who is enthusiastic about working in the homelessness sector and committed to helping people overcome complex life challenges. You will support a group of individuals facing multiple disadvantages including homelessness, substance misuse, mental and physical health issues, trauma, and possible involvement with the criminal justice system.
You’ll work closely with the Lived Experience Team, under the guidance of the Team Leader, and offer engaging activities designed to build confidence, skills, and lasting connections.
Key Responsibilities
· Provide consistent, sustained support to help individuals engage with relevant services.
· Develop and update support plans that track progress, activities, and outcomes.
· Organise and deliver meaningful, fun, and skills-based group activities (e.g. cooking, art, music, fitness, photography).
· Signpost to external support groups and services, such as Andy’s Man Club, where appropriate.
· Foster partnerships with voluntary and statutory services to ensure cohesive support.
· Regularly identify and address barriers to progress, working collaboratively with each individual.
· Work confidently and professionally with individuals in crisis, managing risk and seeking appropriate support when needed.
· Collaborate within the Lived Experience Team to share responsibilities and support team goals.
· Build relationships with faith groups, including Doncaster Minster (if possible), to secure space or volunteers for client- focused activities.
Wider Community Impact
A key element of this role involves working alongside the faith sector to bridge the gap in understanding around homelessness, addiction, and mental health. Through these partnerships, we aim to build inclusive, compassionate spaces within Doncaster’s communities where individuals feel welcome, safe, and supported.
By creating a network of faith-based and community organisations willing to host or support activities, we will give clients more opportunities to integrate into the wider community and build a lasting sense of belonging.
About the Role & Organisation
This role is employed by Church Urban Fund (CUF) and will be managed remotely. While you will be based with the Starting Point team in Doncaster City Centre, your work will also take place in the community and, occasionally, from home. Some evening and weekend work may be required.
What We Offer
- Competitive salary
- Pension contribution
- 22 days annual leave (plus bank holidays, pro rata)
- Access to employee benefits
- Ongoing training and professional development opportunities
Recruitment Process
CUF is an inclusive organisation and we welcome all applications. We want our workforce to be truly representative of the communities we serve. Diversity is an asset to our organisation and helps us create an inclusive, welcoming environment for all.
Please note, the successful candidate will be subject to an enhanced DBS check.
For an informal conversation about this role and for more information, please contact our Pathways to Belonging Regional Manager, Kate Sugden, please see our Job Pack for details.
To apply: please send your CV and a covering letter (please note only CV’s with a covering letter will be considered for shortlisting) outlining your relevant skills and experience, relating to the listed responsibilities and person specification to: HR Officer, please see our Job Pack for details.
Closing date is 5:00pm on 17th March with interviews taking place week commencing 23rd March via Zoom or Teams, with the role to start as soon as possible depending on notice period.
Please note that only CV's accompanied by a covering letter will be considered for shortlisting.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
We are a flexible and inclusive team and welcome applications from candidates from diverse backgrounds, including unpaid Carers and ex-Carers.
About Us: Established in 2014, Forward Carers is an award-winning not for profit social enterprise on a mission to create Carer Friendly Communities across the UK, places that understand and support unpaid Carers. We achieve this by developing partnerships with not-for-profit organisations who deliver our services. We also work directly with services, businesses, and employers to empower them to support the unpaid Carers in their communities.
Our current contracted services are Birmingham Carers Hub & Young Carers Service, Sandwell Carers Hub, Dudley Adult Welling being & Young Carers Service Walsall Carers Hub, Carer Friendly Wiltshire and delivering the Carer Friendly ID scheme in Dorset. We also seek charitable funding from organisations such as the Big Lottery.
MAIN PURPOSE OF THE ROLE
The role of Marketing and Communications Coordinator is to provide support in ensuring the
local community is kept informed about Matrix and its projects, as well as engaged in
supporting us. We expect you to be creative, enthusiastic about our cause and an effective
communicator. In this role you will work independently, but in close liaison with the CEO,
Wider Leadership Team and the wider Matrix team.
PRINCIPAL RESPONSIBILITIES
External Communication
● In collaboration with the CEO, write, edit and coordinate the production and delivery of
all postal and electronic newsletters.
● Plan, prepare and coordinate communication with Matrix donors, supporter Churches
and the wider public.
● Create, plan and schedule posts across all Matrix social media channels.
● Develop original copy for social media platforms, websites, broadcast and printed
advertising materials.
● In collaboration with the Data Coordinator, simplifying complex data into a user-friendly
format such as graphs, charts and other visual aids.
● Ensure Matrix team understand and use the correct branding for internal and external
communications.
● Understand brand guidelines and consistently implement the brand voice across all
channels and marketing materials and encourage the wider team to do the same.
● Collaborate closely with the Data Coordinator and Head of Operations to ensure our
supporters database meets GDPR and Fundraising Regulation requirements.
● In liaison with the CEO, write and submit press releases as required.
Income Generation and Networking
● Participate in the Fundraising Working Group, working with the Income Generation
Strategy to enhance our income.
● Attend Matrix fundraising events, taking photographs and supporting with appropriate
creative tasks.
● Support the Head of Operations in producing written funding applications, as required.
● Represent Matrix at networking events alongside the Leadership Team.
Support to Executive Team
● Under the direction of the Head of Operations, collaborate closely with the Operations
Team.
● Undertake a variety of creative administrative tasks for the CEO and Head of
Operations as required.
● Under the direction of the Head of Operations, provide additional administrative
support to the wider Leadership Team.
● Work within our wider Organisational Strategy and Communications Strategy.
What we expect from you:
Matrix is a small, established, but evolving and growing charity. There is therefore an
expectation on all staff to be proactive and a team player, supporting others in their busier
seasons and the charity as a whole across the year.
All staff are expected to:
● Fit in with our values: positive, relational, innovative, collaborative and fun.
● To work from within the Christian ethos.
● Be committed to and passionate about the mission to catalyse change in young
people’s lives.
● Be a pro-active member of the Matrix team and get involved in projects which benefit
the mission of Matrix (e.g.: fundraising activities/events or reflective spaces).
● Work across agencies and Matrix teams.
Due to the nature of the work you may be expected to work some evenings and occasional
weekends. All hours will be based at the Matrix office, unless previously agreed. Any specific
changes to your working week will be cleared through your Matrix line manager.
PERSON SPECIFICATION
ESSENTIAL
● A confident and professional written communicator, with a high standard of written
English.
● A confident and professional verbal communicator, both on the phone and face-to-face.
● Highly organised, with an eye for detail, and able to work to tight deadlines.
● Comfortable working within a fast-paced environment, able to prioritise and deliver on
multiple projects concurrently.
● Confident in being creative and using own initiative; working independently as
required.
● Excellent IT skills.
● Familiar with and confident using a breadth of social media platforms.
● Approachable and able to relate to staff, volunteers and other Matrix stakeholders in a
friendly and professional manner.
● Educated to A Level (or equivalent), with a minimum of grade C in English and Maths GCSE
● Passionate about the mission of the Matrix Trust.
● Agrees with, and is able to support the ethos of the Matrix Trust.
DESIRABLE
● Familiar with the GDPR.
● Educated to degree level, preferably in a related field.
● Comfortable developing new processes, as required.
● Experience of copywriting, marketing or public relations.
● Experience of working with young people, in a youth work or educational setting.
● A proven ability to present complex information in an accessible format to a variety of
audiences.
WHO WE ARE
Animal Equality is an international organisation working with society, governments and companies to end cruelty to farmed animals. Animal Equality has offices in the United Kingdom, United States, Germany, Italy, Spain, Mexico, Brazil and India.
Animal Equality UK’s current key campaigns include:
- Strengthening enforcement of animal protection laws
- Halting the expansion of Scotland’s salmon farming industry
- Achieving a ban on foie gras imports
- Securing species-specific slaughter legislation for fish
- Inspiring the public to eat plants, not animals
ABOUT THE ROLE
Animal Equality’s campaigns have driven Parliamentary debates, legal victories, policy shifts, corporate commitments, mainstream media coverage, and inspired thousands of individuals to change their diets.
We are seeking a creative, driven, and strategic Campaigns Coordinator to deliver our current high-impact campaigns with a view to exposing the cruel animal agriculture industries, influencing decision-makers, and mobilising the public to create lasting change for farmed animals.
Working closely with team members, the Campaigns Coordinator will design and deliver imaginative campaigns while working in alignment with the organisation’s wider mission: to end factory farming. The role requires initiative, creativity, tenacity, and a solutions-focused mindset, as well as the discipline to execute projects effectively and professionally.
The Campaigns Coordinator will report to the Executive Director and work closely with others across our UK and international teams. The appointee will play a key role in coordinating and inspiring volunteers and external stakeholders.
The Campaigns Coordinator will have opportunities to travel across the UK and internationally to organise and lead peaceful demonstrations, ensuring Animal Equality maintains a visible, strategic, and compelling presence at key decision-making moments. While not common, occasional evening or weekend work may be necessary to support campaigning activities. Any additional hours worked and agreed with your Manager can be reclaimed as TOIL.
ABOUT YOU
You are a professional, confident, and resilient campaigner who thrives in a fast-paced environment and is committed to Animal Equality’s objectives. You are adaptable, with excellent interpersonal skills, and a positive outlook. You are curious, creative, and agile, able to think outside the box and solve problems. You can move seamlessly between big-picture strategy and on-the-ground delivery, bringing fresh ideas and relentless energy to every project.
You actively seek constructive feedback and use it to continuously improve your work. You show ownership and a growth mindset that is focused on improving the world for farmed animals. Knowledge of farmed animal issues and alignment with Animal Equality’s mission is a must, as is professionalism, adaptability, and discretion.
You must have a minimum of three years’ experience in campaigning, advocacy, or directly related fields, with a proven ability to design and deliver successful campaigns.
Benefits:
- Holiday entitlement equal to 33 days per year (including standard public holidays).
- Personalised Employee Assistance Program (EAP): an Animal Equality-funded benefit that offers employees confidential counselling and advice on a wide range of work and personal issues. The program offers several services, such as a 24/7 confidential helpline and expert Cognitive Behavioural Therapy.
- Flexible hours, with the option to start between 8am-10am and finish between 4pm-6pm.
- Able Futures Support: The service is a nine month, practical and confidential support service for employees whose circumstances or mental health may impact their wellbeing or work. Employees can work with a mental health professional to deepen their understanding of how their mental health may impact them and will build coping skills and resilience to thrive at work.
- Yearly stipend to access learning and development resources, to help employees further grow their personal and professional skills.
- A free vegan lunch every month at the Animal Equality monthly meetups.
Position Location: Remote, in the UK. Candidates should be prepared to travel to London once a month for in-person team meet-ups. Please note that travel for these routine office visits is self-funded. Occasional travel to Animal Equality events may be required, with all associated expenses fully covered.
APPLY NOW
To read the full job description and apply, please visit our careers page.
Closing date: Wednesday, 1 April 2026.
The interview process comprises a multiple-stage interview and skills test. The appointment process will run throughout March, with Animal Equality UK making an offer to the successful candidate shortly after.
Animal Equality’s vision is a world in which all animals are respected and protected.

Purpose of the role:
Back Up courses are a vital part of what we do and have been transforming lives for almost 30 years. You will play a critical role in making this fantastic service work as well as supporting the wider team.
You will be the main support and liaison for participants, buddies and care team volunteers, ensuring that everyone feels supported and knows what to expect. You will ensure courses run smoothly and effectively through an effective, efficient administration service.
Key stakeholders:
People with spinal cord injury (SCI) and their families; professionals and organisations working with people affected by SCI; Back Up staff
How to apply:
• A CV (including two referees, one of whom should be your present or most recent employer. We will contact them after interview.)
• A (maximum) two side A4 supporting statement, saying why you want the job and explaining how you meet the criteria in the job description. This statement is crucial; CVs alone will not be accepted.
• A completed equal opportunity form. This form will be kept separate from your application and not viewed by the recruiting manager. It is used to help us assess the diversity of our applicants to ensure our processes are fair to all. It is optional to fill in, but it will help us improve and maintain high standards.
At Back Up, our vision is a world where everyone affected by spinal cord injury can reach their full potential.
