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ob Title: Independent Visitor Co-ordinator for Manchester

Service: Manchester

Reporting to: Children’s Rights Manager

Salary: £19,434.82 (£24,293.53 FTE) per annum

Location: Home based and work within the community across Greater Manchester

Candidates must reside within a reasonable distance of the service area.

Hours: 28 hours per week

Contract Type: Permanent

Make a Difference to the Lives of Children and Young People

Coram Voice is a national independent children’s charity, established in 1975, and one of the UK’s leading organisations championing the rights of children and young people in care. We ensure their voices are heard, respected, and acted upon, and we work every day to improve the lives and outcomes of those who rely on the support of the state.

Coram Voice is one of the Coram Group of charities. Coram is the UK’s oldest children’s charity founded by Thomas Coram in London helping vulnerable children and young people since 1739. Today, the Coram group helps more than one million children, young people, families and professionals every year by providing access to the skills and opportunities they need to thrive.

We are excited to offer an opportunity for an Independent Visitor Coordinator to join our dynamic, dedicated team supporting children and young people in Manchester

About the Role

As an Independent Visitor Coordinator, you will:

• Deliver a statutory Independent Visitor service to children in care and care leavers.
• Recruit, assess, train and support volunteers who become long term, trusted befrienders for young people.
• Build strong, positive relationships with children, volunteers, and key professionals.
• Champion a child led approach, ensuring young people’s wishes and feelings drive every decision (except where safeguarding concerns arise).
• Work collaboratively across Coram Voice and with partner agencies.
• Take independent responsibility for leading and supporting our volunteers, while working in partnership with the Children’s Rights Manager to support accurate reporting and contract monitoring.

If you are passionate about volunteer development, young people’s rights, and meaningful, lasting change, this role could be perfect for you.

What We Offer

Coram Voice is committed to recognising and rewarding the vital work of our staff. When you join us, you’ll benefit from:

• Competitive salary
• Matched pension contributions (up to 5%)
• 25 days’ annual leave plus 3 additional paid days between Christmas and New Year
• Supportive, flexible working culture
• Family friendly policies and a focus on staff wellbeing

You will have the opportunity to make a genuine difference—every single day.

Recruitment Process

Shortlisting:
Conducted by Emma Keen, Children’s Rights Manager, and Sarah Gabriel, Children’s Rights Manager.

How to Apply:

Please complete the full application form and address every point in the person specification.
We cannot accept CVs.
Internal applicants may submit a supporting statement addressing the person specification.

Interview Process:

• Written exercise
• Panel interview
• A further one‑to‑one interview (Warner compliant)

Closing date: Monday 30th March 2026, 9:00am
Interview date: Thursday 2nd April 2026

Help tackle loneliness among older people in care homes

Thousands of older people living in care homes receive few or no visitors. Friends for Life Bedford exists to change that.

Through our befriending and group activities, we bring companionship, connection and meaningful relationships to care home residents across Bedfordshire.

We are now looking for a Volunteer Co-ordinator to help more recruit, train and support the volunteers who make our work possible.

About Friends for Life Bedfordshire

We are a Bedford-based charity working to address the social isolation of older residents in Bedfordshire’s care homes.

Founded in 2007, we have grown from a small local initiative to a registered charity with c90 volunteers supporting more than 30 care homes across Bedford Borough. In the last year, over 1,100 care home residents received our services.

The Role

You will play a key operational role in ensuring our volunteer-led services run smoothly, safely and effectively.

Working closely with the Volunteer Lead, you will help recruit, train, support and retain volunteers, ensuring they feel confident, valued and equipped to deliver both befriending and activity-based services.

In addition, you will co-ordinate and manage our programme of group activities, working with care homes and activity volunteers to make sure residents experience high‑quality, meaningful sessions every week.

This is an ideal role for someone who is organised, people-focused and motivated by social impact.

Key Responsibilities

Volunteer Recruitment, Induction & Training

• Act as the first point of contact for volunteer enquiries
• Meet prospective volunteers to explain the charity’s work and assess suitability
• Deliver volunteer induction training at “Welcome Day” sessions
• Support refresher and additional training needs and maintain up‑to‑date volunteer resources

Volunteer Support & Retention

• Provide day‑to‑day support to volunteers, responding to queries and safeguarding concerns
• Help organise volunteer social events to build community and connection
• Support follow-up actions from volunteer meetings
• Conduct exit interviews for volunteers leaving the service

Group Activity Programme Co‑ordination

• Build and maintain a diverse pool of activity volunteers, from musicians to hobby practitioners
• Liaise with care homes to match activity volunteers to resident needs
• Schedule group activities and accompany volunteers on first visits
• Check in with new volunteers after one month and regularly with longer-standing volunteers

• Track activity participation and outcomes, gathering feedback from residents, volunteers and care home staff
• Capture stories and case studies (with consent) to showcase the impact

About You

We are looking for someone who is compassionate, organised and great with people. You will likely bring:

• Strong interpersonal and relationship‑building skills
• Excellent organisational skills and the ability to manage multiple priorities
• Confidence working independently within a small, supportive team
• Experience working with volunteers (ideally in a charity, health or social care setting)
• An understanding of safeguarding and professional boundaries
• Good IT skills and a commitment to accurate record‑keeping

This role may particularly suit someone who:

• Wants a flexible, meaningful part-time role
• Enjoys supporting people and building community
• Thrives in a small organisation where they can take initiative

What We Offer

• £15.45 per hour (£12.051 per year for 15 hours a week)
• Employer Pension
• Flexible and Hybrid working
• A supportive and passionate team of staff, volunteers and trustees
• The chance to transform the lives of care home residents every single week

How to Apply

Please submit your CV and a short covering statement outlining how your experience aligns with the position.

Selection will be via an interview.

Please note that applicants must have the right to work in the UK and be able to evidence this prior to interview.

Finally, the role is subject to an Enhanced DBS check.

Job Title: Independent Visitor Co-ordinator for Warrington and Stockport

Service: Warrington and Stockport

Reporting to: Children’s Rights Manager

Salary: £17,352.52 (£24,293.53 FTE) per annum

Location: Home based and work within the communities.

Candidates must reside within a reasonable distance of the service area.

Hours: 25 hours per week

Contract Type: Permanent

Make a Difference to the Lives of Children and Young People

Coram Voice is a national independent children’s charity, established in 1975, and one of the UK’s leading organisations championing the rights of children and young people in care. We ensure their voices are heard, respected, and acted upon, and we work every day to improve the lives and outcomes of those who rely on the support of the state.

Coram Voice is one of the Coram Group of charities. Coram is the UK’s oldest children’s charity founded by Thomas Coram in London helping vulnerable children and young people since 1739. Today, the Coram group helps more than one million children, young people, families and professionals every year by providing access to the skills and opportunities they need to thrive.

We are excited to offer an opportunity for an Independent Visitor Coordinator to join our dynamic, dedicated team supporting children and young people in Warrington and Stockport.

About the Role

As an Independent Visitor Coordinator, you will:

• Deliver a statutory Independent Visitor service to children in care and care leavers.
• Recruit, assess, train and support volunteers who become long term, trusted befrienders for young people.
• Build strong, positive relationships with children, volunteers, and key professionals.
• Champion a child led approach, ensuring young people’s wishes and feelings drive every decision (except where safeguarding concerns arise).
• Work collaboratively across Coram Voice and with partner agencies.
• Take independent responsibility for leading and supporting our volunteers, while working in partnership with the Children’s Rights Manager to support accurate reporting and contract monitoring.

If you are passionate about volunteer development, young people’s rights, and meaningful, lasting change, this role could be perfect for you.

What We Offer

Coram Voice is committed to recognising and rewarding the vital work of our staff. When you join us, you’ll benefit from:

• Competitive salary
• Matched pension contributions (up to 5%)
• 25 days’ annual leave plus 3 additional paid days between Christmas and New Year
• Supportive, flexible working culture
• Family friendly policies and a focus on staff wellbeing

You will have the opportunity to make a genuine difference—every single day.

Recruitment Process

Shortlisting:
Conducted by Emma Keen, Children’s Rights Manager, and Sarah Gabriel, Children’s Rights Manager.

How to Apply:

Please complete the full application form and address every point in the person specification.
We cannot accept CVs.
Internal applicants may submit a supporting statement addressing the person specification.

Interview Process:

• Written exercise
• Panel interview
• A further one‑to‑one interview (Warner compliant)

Closing date: Monday 30th March 2026, 9:00 am.
Interview date: Thursday 2nd April 2026.

Personal Independence Coordinator

Salary £29,571.20 Full Time 35 hours per week

Do you want a job that makes a positive difference in people’s lives?

Age UK Croydon’s very successful PIC service for older people in Croydon is recruiting for a new Personal Independence Coordinator.

PICs work alongside health and care professionals within a neighbourhood team, adopting a multidisciplinary approach to working with people who have long term health and social care needs. The PICs provide critical links between formal health and social care services and the wider community support networks. We have adapted our way of working in response to COVID, helping older people to access technology and connect in new and exciting ways.

Full training will be provided; the important qualities we are looking for are:

• Excellent communication and listening skills
• A positive attitude and the ability to problem solve
• A cheerful, friendly, outgoing personality
• Highly organised with the ability to manage multiple priorities
• The ability to work flexibly, alone and as part of a team.

We regret we shall not be able to contact applicants who are not shortlisted for interview.

Closing date for applications: 9am Wednesday 1st April 2026

Interview Dates: Wednesday 8th April 2026

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.

Personal Independence Coordinator (PIC) Service Manager

 Salary £40,560 Full Time 35 hours per week

Do you want a senior role that makes a positive difference in people’s lives?

Age UK Croydon’s Personal Independence Coordinator (PIC) Service for older people in Croydon is recruiting for a new Service Manager. This is an exciting, rewarding senior role with the opportunity to lead pioneering programmes that are at the heart of Croydon’s innovative approach to Neighbourhood Care in collaboration with the wider health and social care partners.

The PIC Service Manager is responsible for the operational and strategic management of the PIC Service and the Personal Safety Project (PSP), ensuring services continue to support independence for older people in Croydon as core members of the Integrated Neighbourhood teams, ensuring full collaboration with network partners from GPs, health services, adult social care and voluntary sector

Full on the PIC Service delivery model will be provided; the important qualities we are looking for are:

· Excellent leadership, service management and communication and communication skills

· Ability to collaborate effectively with internal and external partners and stakeholders

· Proven ability to deliver innovative, high-quality services

· Self-motivated and able to work flexibly, whilst maintaining good work/life balance

Closing date for applications: 31st March 2026

Interview Dates: 8th April 2026

Manager (Chief Executive) – Chorlton Good Neighbours
Location: Chorlton, Manchester
Salary: £35,000 - £40,000 per annum
Contract: Permanent, full time

Could you be the steady, friendly, hands-on leader who helps more people in Chorlton feel connected, fulfilled and valued?

About Chorlton Good Neighbours
Chorlton Good Neighbours is a small, well-loved neighbourhood charity with roots back to the late 1960s, working to reduce loneliness and support older people across Chorlton and adjacent neighbourhoods. Our work is local, practical and volunteer-led: befriending, home visits, transport, weekly activities, monthly teas, intergenerational groups and occasional day trips are all delivered with warmth and care.

Our volunteer base is extraordinary - around 100 volunteers support drivers, befrienders, activity leads, admin roles and trustees - and in 2024–25 we supported 474 people in total. Funding is a mixed model of public grants, local donations and modest earned income and the charity holds healthy funds to deliver our work.

This is a practical, hands-on, delivery-focused leadership role: you will lead a neighbourhood organisation through planned transition, preserving the community culture that makes CGN trusted, while introducing proportionate systems and succession approaches that secure its future. You will also spend substantial time supporting and supervising volunteers and facilitating activities alongside strategic duties.

As our next Manager (Chief Executive), you will:

• Strategy & Impact: Lead the development and delivery of a clear long-term strategy that sustains CGN’s neighbourhood impact and reduces social isolation amongst older people.

• Governance & Finance: Strengthen proportionate financial controls, grant monitoring and reporting while working closely with trustees including the Treasurer.

• Operational Leadership: Manage day-to-day delivery of volunteer-led services and introduce accessible procedures and safeguarding arrangements.

• Income Generation: Support fundraising and bid activity to secure multi-year funding and diversify local income streams.

• Community & Partnerships: Act as CGN’s visible ambassador, maintaining and developing relationships with Manchester City Council, NHS partners and local organisations.

• Volunteer Development: Recruit, induct and support volunteers and facilitators, building a resilient volunteer pipeline and clear role pathways.

• Brand & Profile: Promote CGN’s offer across local channels to maintain footfall, attract new supporters and celebrate members’ stories.

• Premises & Risk: Work with trustees on lease and premises issues and maintain a robust risk register to protect continuity of service.

Who you are

• An experienced, hands-on manager with significant experience of running small, community-facing charities or local services and a hands-on approach to operational delivery.

• Demonstrable expertise in recruiting, supporting and retaining volunteers, with confidence in DBS/safeguarding practice and volunteer supervision.

• Highly organised with strong event/activity planning skills, practical problem solving and attention to detail.

• Financially literate - comfortable with budgeting, grant monitoring and basic financial controls and able to work with volunteer finance leads.

• An excellent communicator: approachable, diplomatic and skilled at building trust with older people, volunteers, trustees and statutory partners.

• Values driven, emotionally resilient and committed to inclusivity and dignity in later life.

• Desirable: experience of Age-Friendly programmes or befriending schemes and local credibility or knowledge of Manchester/South Manchester.

Why Chorlton Good Neighbours?

• Meaningful local impact - lead a well-regarded neighbourhood charity with deep community trust and a broad activities programme.

• Strong volunteer culture - join an organisation supported by around 100 committed volunteers and an engaged trustee board.

• Secure footing to build from - healthy funds and a clear focus on securing multi-year funding and premises.

• Hands-on role with strategic scope - keep delivery at the heart of the job while developing proportionate systems and succession planning.

• Supportive transition - trustees have planned a careful handover and you will be supported through induction and the subsequent recruitment of a part-time assistant.

For full details of the role including how to apply, please download the full appointment brief. For an informal and confidential conversation about this position, please contact Jenny Hills at Harris Hill via the apply button with times to speak and (optional but appreciated) a CV or professional profile which will be treated with the strictest confidence.

Closing date for applications: 9am, Monday 13th April 2026

As leading charity recruitment specialists and a certified B Corp, Harris Hill is committed to high and ever-improving standards of equitable and inclusive recruitment. We actively welcome applications from all sections of the community regardless of age, disability, gender, race, religion, sexuality and other protected characteristics.

Help tackle loneliness among older people in care homes

Thousands of older people living in care homes receive few or no visitors. Friends for Life Bedford exists to change that.

Through our befriending and group activities, we bring companionship, connection and meaningful relationships to care home residents across Bedfordshire.

We are now looking for an Administrator to ensure our volunteer services run smoothly, safely and efficiently — enabling more residents to receive the support they need.

About Friends for Life Bedfordshire

We are a Bedford-based charity working to address the social isolation of older residents in Bedfordshire’s care homes.

Founded in 2007, we have grown from a small local initiative to a registered charity with c90 volunteers supporting more than 30 care homes across Bedford Borough. In the last year, over 1,100 care home residents received our services.

The Role

You will take ownership of the charity’s core volunteer administration processes, ensuring they are efficient, accurate and fully compliant with safeguarding and data protection requirements.

This is a critical operational role. Delays or inaccuracies in volunteer administration directly impact how quickly we can onboard volunteers and support care home residents.

You will manage recruitment administration, DBS and compliance tracking, and key data systems, while producing reports that help the organisation understand and improve its impact.

This role is suited to someone who is highly organised, comfortable working with data and systems, and confident operating in a compliance-focused environment.

Key Responsibilities

Volunteer Administration & Onboarding

• Manage the end-to-end administration of volunteer recruitment
• Issue registration forms, respond to enquiries and proactively follow up with applicants
• Obtain references and coordinate DBS checks in line with safeguarding requirements
• Ensure volunteers progress efficiently through the recruitment process

Volunteer Induction & Compliance

• Arrange and administer volunteer induction (“Welcome Day”) sessions, including logistics and materials
• Book volunteers onto induction once all checks are complete
• Monitor DBS renewal dates and co-ordinate refresher checks to ensure no active volunteer is without a current DBS certificate.

Data, Systems & Reporting

• Maintain accurate and up-to-date volunteer and service records in line with GDPR
• Manage and develop online forms (e.g. JotForms) to support data collection and processes
• Analyse data and produce regular reports to support monitoring, evaluation and funding requirements
• Provide reports and insights to support decision-making by the Board of Trustees

General Administration

• Maintain records such as ID badges, training and safeguarding documentation
• Support communication and coordination between volunteers, care homes and staff
• Provide administrative support across the organisation as required
• Support the production and distribution of newsletters and other communications to homes and volunteers

About You

We are looking for someone who is organised, detail-focused and takes ownership of their work.

You will likely bring:

• Strong administrative experience, ideally within a compliance-heavy or regulated environment
• Excellent attention to detail, particularly when handling sensitive or confidential data
• Experience managing databases and maintaining accurate records
• Strong IT skills, including Microsoft Excel and online systems
• Confidence analysing data and producing clear, accurate reports
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and prioritise effectively
• Good written communication skills
• A clear understanding of confidentiality, GDPR and data protection principles

This role may particularly suit someone who:

• Wants a flexible, meaningful part-time role
• Enjoys structured, process-driven work with clear ownership
• Is confident working with data, systems and compliance requirements
• Thrives in a small organisation where they can take initiative and responsibility

What We Offer

• £13.91 per hour (£13,018 per year for 18 hours a week)
• Employer Pension
• Flexible and Hybrid working
• A supportive and passionate team of staff, volunteers and trustees
• The chance to transform the lives of care home residents every single week

How to Apply

Please submit your CV and a short covering statement outlining how your experience aligns with the position.

Selection will be via an interview.

Please note that applicants must have the right to work in the UK and be able to evidence this prior to interview.

Finally, the role is subject to an Enhanced DBS check.

Help tackle loneliness among older people in care homes

Thousands of older people living in care homes receive few or no visitors. Friends for Life Bedford exists to change that.

Through our befriending and group activities, we bring companionship, connection and meaningful relationships to care home residents across Bedfordshire.

We are now looking for a Marketing, Partnerships, & Activities Lead to help more people discover, support and get involved in our work.

About Friends for Life Bedfordshire

We are a Bedford-based charity working to address the social isolation of older residents in Bedfordshire’s care homes.

Founded in 2007, we have grown from a small local initiative to a registered charity with c90 volunteers supporting more than 30 care homes across Bedford Borough. In the last year, over 1,100 care home residents received our services.

The Role

You will help more people discover, support and engage with Friends for Life Bedfordshire.

This is a hands-on role focused on telling our story, strengthening our digital presence and developing partnerships with organisations across the local community.

We are  a small organisation, so you will have the opportunity to shape how we communicate our work and develop partnerships while working closely with other members of our small team.

This is a flexible part-time role (15 hours per week) suited to someone who enjoys creative marketing, community engagement and building meaningful relationships.

Key Responsibilities

Marketing & Communications

• Manage social media channels and create engaging content
• Plan and deliver digital marketing campaigns (organic and paid)
• Maintain website content and produce email newsletters
• Capture stories, photos and case studies that demonstrate impact
• Monitor and evaluate marketing activity using simple metrics

Partnerships & Activity Development

• Build links with schools, colleges and youth groups, co‑designing intergenerational wellbeing activities
• Develop corporate relationships to support volunteering
• Represent Friends for Life at community events and speaking opportunities
• Track participation, gather feedback and ensure activities are safe and resident‑focused

About You

We are looking for someone who is creative, organised and motivated by social impact.

You may come from a background in marketing, communications, partnerships or community engagement.

You will likely bring:

• Strong writing and storytelling skills
• Experience managing social media or digital communications
• Confidence building relationships with partners and stakeholders

· The ability to work independently and prioritise work in a small team

Experience in the charity or community sector would be helpful but is not essential.

This role may particularly suit someone who:

• wants a flexible part-time role with meaningful impact
• enjoys working in a small organisation where they can take initiative
• is seeking a portfolio role alongside other work or consultancy

What We Offer

• £16.79 per hour (£13,096 per year for 15 hours a week)
• Employer Pension
• Flexible and Hybrid working
• A supportive and passionate team of staff, volunteers and trustees
• The chance to transform the lives of care home residents every single week

How to Apply

Please submit your CV and a short covering statement outlining how your experience aligns with the position.

Selection will be via an interview and there will also be an opportunity to meet the team.

Please note that applicants must have the right to work in the UK and be able to evidence this prior to interview.

Finally, the role is subject to an Enhanced DBS check.

Age UK Westminster is delighted to offer a role within our successful Information and Advice Team, with a focus on supporting Westminster residents from Global Majorities, gaining skills and knowledge to develop your career in I&A.

The successful applicant will benefit from working within an experienced and friendly team. Full training, including completion of Level 3 Information and Advice certification, will be provided. If you are fluent in one of the following languages, Arabic, Somali or Bengali, and would like to  work with us to enable our team to better support non-English speaking Westminster older residents to access our Information and advice service, this could be the role for you.

This is a real opportunity to build a career in Information and Advice. Join us to make a real difference to the older residents of Westminster.

Closing Date: 8th April