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ROLE OVERVIEW
The Volunteering Executive is responsible for recruiting, managing, and coordinating RLSS UK volunteers. This role will require the candidate to interact with a wide variety of volunteers throughout the UK and Ireland, promoting volunteering opportunities and recruiting people to fulfil those roles; in particular but not limited to, supporting RLSS UK presence and voluntary lifeguarding at external events, and also the delivery of our schools education strategy and the Water Smart Schools programme.
The Volunteering Executive will work closely with other colleagues who support RLSS UK’s volunteer-led community presence in the Volunteer and Events Team, as well as the Education Manager, and the Membership Team.
As well as recruiting and organising individuals and teams of volunteers, the role will also play a key part in ensuring RLSS UK volunteers feel that their contribution and commitment is appreciated and properly recognised and it is recorded against their individual records on the RLSS UK system.
KEY TASKS & RESPONSIBILTIES
Volunteering
- To manage the recruitment, retention, and day-to-day recognition of RLSS UK Volunteers
- To maintain a robust and safe record of RLSS UK volunteers and their voluntary roles
- Working with the various directorates to identify and coordinate volunteering opportunities for RLSS UK volunteers
- To collate and manage William Henry hours in partnership with the Events Executive to recognise the contribution of individual RLSS UK volunteers through our Honours system
- To coordinate a cohort of RLSS UK Education Volunteers throughout the UK to deliver RLSS UK activity out in the community
- To assemble and coordinate the creation of teams of volunteer lifeguards for a variety of third-party water-based events
- To support RLSS UK volunteers and members with accessing and using our member led database
- To maintain accurate reports of volunteer activities, that can be used to look at the impact of their contribution to the Society’s objectives
- Manage partnerships with external event organisers to ensure:
o Voluntary roles fulfilled by RLSS UK are clear, suitable, safe, and enjoyable
o RLSS UK volunteers meet the requirements of external event organisers
General
- To demonstrate and uphold the Society’s values and behavioural standards at all times
- Ensure compliance with UK GDPR and the Data Protection Act 2018 by complying with internal information governance policies and maintaining up to date documentation as part of RLSS UK’s compliance programme
- Proactively participate in the Society’s equality, diversity, and inclusion (EDI) initiatives and training, and to promote a culture of respect and inclusion for all staff and external stakeholders
This job description is not to be regarded as exclusive or exhaustive. It is intended as an outline indication of areas of activity and responsibility and will be amended in the light of the changing needs of the organisation.
PERSON SPECIFICATION
Essential Relevant Skills and/or Aptitudes
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills, particularly when working with volunteers
- Strong planning and organisation skills and the ability to prioritise tasks
- Ability to multi-task and manage time effectively
- Ability to work effectively as part of a team and individually
- Good attention to detail
- Confidence using Microsoft Office (including Outlook, Excel, PowerPoint)
Desirable Relevant Skills and/or Aptitudes
- Experience of volunteering or volunteer management would be an advantage
- Ability to work occasional weekends/evenings to support events
- Experience with a membership database
WHAT RLSS UK CAN OFFER YOU
- Annual Leave based on 27 days + Bank Holidays + a discretionary day off for your birthday
- Private Healthcare Plan*
- Enhanced Society Sick Pay*
- Eye Care*
- Employee Assistance Programme
- Life Assurance Scheme
- Salary Sacrifice Pension Scheme*
- Discounts available including high street brands, entertainment, eating out and more
- Free RLSS UK Membership
- Free tea and coffee when working from HQ, including access to our wonderful Coffee Machine
- Free on-site parking when working from HQ
- Company events and socials
*Subject to eligibility criteria
YOUR APPLICATION
Please send your CV and a Cover Letter outlining why you should join our Membership and Education team
Closing Date – 12pm, Thursday 1st October 2026
Interview Date – Monday 12th October 2026, at our Worcester Head Office (subject to change)
Should you wish to discuss the role, any adjustments you may require throughout the recruitment process, or have any questions, please get in touch where a member of the RLSS UK HR Department will be happy to help.
RLSS UK are a Disability Confident Committed Employer and an INclusive Worcestershire Leader.
It is our vision to have nations without drowning where everyone can safely enjoy being in, on or near water.
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Are you a kind, caring and compassionate individual who has a wonderful way of communicating with others within the local community - with the ability and enthusiasm to find out what support is needed?
An exciting opportunity to join our new volunteer service to help shape its future growth – and we want you to apply!
We are searching for a new Volunteer Coordinator to join our small, friendly team in recruiting, managing, and matching volunteers to help us in our mission – supporting unpaid Carers to have vital respite from their caring roles.
The role is full time 37 hours a week, Monday to Friday, and you will be working alongside our colleagues across Crossroads Care Kent - from our Care Managers to Project Managers for Young Carers and Dementia Outreach.
As well as recruitment skills, the right person for this team will have plenty of common sense and be able to provide a listening ear, supporting people to access the holistic help they need at difficult times.
Our service offers people appropriate information and guidance based on their individual circumstances and needs, so flexibility and good communication skills are essential attributes needed to carry out this special role.
The successful candidate will be able to work on their own initiative; will have a sensitive and sympathetic approach to difficult situations, strong organisational skills, and the ability to co-ordinate a large team of volunteers, so if you have experience of working in health, social care or third sector organisations, recruiting and managing people, and undertaking assessments of needs - we would love to hear from you.
The role is based in our Wateringbury office, but travel will be required in Kent to visit families, meet and interview volunteers and attend events - so a full driving licence and use of own car is essential.
As well as this exciting and rewarding role in a lovely team we offer a competitive salary, contributory pension scheme, great support and development, 28 days holiday pro rata increasing with service, enhanced sick pay and on-site parking.
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Could you help SoundCafe grow?
SoundCafe Leicester is a small, friendly and ambitious charity which gives people who are homeless, vulnerable or socially isolated a regular opportunity to sing, be creative, meet people and feel part of a community.
Our weekly sessions make a real difference to the people who attend. In 2024 we were honoured to receive the King’s Award for Voluntary Service.
We are now looking for a Part-Time Manager to help us build on that success.
What will you do?
Working with our trustees, volunteers and partner organisations, you will help SoundCafe to:
● manage and develop our weekly creative cafe;
● support and encourage our volunteers;
● build relationships with partner organisations and funders;
● identify funding opportunities and contribute to grant applications;
● help develop SoundCafe;
● liase with, and support, the professional musician who leads our choir
● ensure our activities are well organised, inclusive and responsive to the people we support; and
● keep the trustees informed and involved
It is a varied role, with plenty of opportunity to use your existing skills and to develop new ones.
What are we looking for?
We are looking for someone who is organised, approachable, capable and committed to making things happen.
You will need good communication and interpersonal skills, the ability to work independently, and experience of managing people, projects, activities or services.
Most importantly, you will need to care about what SoundCafe is trying to achieve and be comfortable working with people from a wide range of backgrounds.
You don’t need to have done everything before; just have a foundation we can work together and build on.
Experience of the charity or voluntary sector, working with vulnerable adults, volunteer management, fundraising or grant applications would be useful, but these are desirable rather than essential.
Support to develop
We know that the right person may not be the finished article.
You will be supported by an experienced and approachable Board of Trustees, with expertise including HR, employment law, finance and governance. We can provide guidance and mentoring where appropriate and help you develop your knowledge and responsibilities as you grow into the role.
What matters most to us is your ability, judgement, enthusiasm and potential.
Why join SoundCafe?
This is a rewarding position combining ’hands-on’ where you are immersed in the activities, with an important managerial role in a small charity where you can see the difference your work makes.
You will have the flexibility to shape the role around your strengths, work closely with trustees and volunteers, and help determine the next chapter of a charity which has already achieved a great deal.
If you think you could make a difference, we’d like to hear from you.
The post is approximately 50% in Leicester and the balance working from home, subject to operational requirements.
We think it’s important that you get a good understanding of our very special charity meet those who attend, see the range of activities, and hear our choir, so shortlisted candidates will be invited to attend a Session on either the 5th or 12th October interviews will be held on the afternoon of the 12th October.
Please send your CV (no longer than four pages, please) and a short covering letter explaining why SoundCafe interests you and what you could bring to the role.
Candidate information pack is available on our website.
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Keeping Young People Safe
We are committed to keeping young people safe. All successful applicants will undergo an enhanced DBS (England & Wales) check and receive ongoing safeguarding training.
At Young Enterprise, safeguarding is at the core of everything we do. We are committed to promoting the welfare of children and vulnerable adults. All successful applicants will receive ongoing safeguarding training throughout their employment and be expected to uphold excellent safeguarding practice at all times.
Are you passionate about helping young people build brighter futures?
Do you love building relationships and making things happen in education? If so, we’ve got a brilliant opportunity for you to join our team as an Educational Partnerships Manager at Young Enterprise.
Who We Are
We’re Young Enterprise – a national charity with a bold mission: to give every young person the skills, confidence, and mindset to thrive in the changing world of work.
For over 60 years, we’ve empowered more than 7 million young people through hands-on enterprise and financial education programmes. Whether it’s launching a student business or learning how to manage money, we help young people develop key life skills-teamwork, leadership, problem-solving, and resilience.
We’re a passionate, down-to-earth team of 90+ staff and 2,000+ volunteers who believe that every young person, regardless of background, deserves a fair start in life.
Why Join Us?
We think Young Enterprise is a great place to work—and we’re proud of our people-first culture. Here’s what you can expect:
- A friendly and supportive team where your voice is heard
- A strong commitment to diversity and inclusion—we want everyone to feel they belong
- Generous holiday allowance and flexible working
- Cycle-to-work scheme, life assurance, and NHS top-up plan
- Ongoing learning and mentoring opportunities
- A chance to directly impact the lives of young people every single day
About the Role
This is a role where you’ll really see the difference you make.
As Educational Partnerships Manager, you’ll work across Dorset and the South Coast of Hampshire, building partnerships with schools, colleges, youth organisations and community groups-particularly in areas where opportunities are hardest to come by.
You’ll be right in the mix: planning events, delivering programmes, supporting volunteers and connecting with school staff to make sure young people have access to our inspiring enterprise and financial education experiences.
You’ll be a key driver of our Inspiring Futures programme-helping young people break down barriers and imagine bigger futures.
It’s a varied, people-focused role with loads of room for creativity, independence and collaboration. Whether you’re visiting a school, chatting with a funder, or supporting a trade fair, you’ll be helping young people build skills that will last a lifetime.
You’ll love this job if you are…
- A brilliant relationship-builder, confident working with teachers, volunteers, and community leaders.
- Passionate about education, social mobility, and giving every young person a chance to shine.
- A natural communicator-whether leading a session in a classroom or inspiring a room of volunteers.
- Organised and able to juggle multiple projects (with a great sense of humour!).
- Self-motivated, adaptable, and happy working remotely but never alone-you’ll be part of a close-knit regional team.
- Excited by the idea of doing a job that combines delivery, relationship-building, fundraising and volunteering.
Key Responsibilities
- Build and grow relationships with schools, colleges, youth clubs and local communities.
- Focus on expanding our reach in areas of multiple deprivation and underrepresentation.
- Deliver and support the rollout of YE programmes in schools and other settings.
- Recruit, train and support volunteers-making sure they feel valued and inspired.
- Work with your regional team to meet shared goals and celebrate local impact.
- Help secure local funding by supporting fundraising efforts and managing project deliverables.
- Support the planning of events, trade fairs and celebrations for young people.
- Keep accurate records, track impact, and make sure safeguarding is front and centre.
A few practical things
- This is a hands-on role-you’ll sometimes be lifting resources, setting up venues and travelling regularly (a car and full driving licence are essential).
- You’ll need to be happy occasionally working evenings or weekends during peak delivery times.
- Expect to be on your feet during some events or sessions-it’s all part of the fun!
How to Apply
If you’re ready to help shape the futures of young people across Dorset and the South Coast of Hampshire, we want to hear from you!
Please send your CV and a cover letter (max 2 pages) telling us why you’re the right person for this role. Applications must be submitted by 23:30 on 17 October 2026. Please note that applications without a cover letter will not be considered.
Interviews will be held via Teams and may take place before the closing date. Please note, we are only able to respond to shortlisted candidates.
Full details can be found in the Job Description.
We’re committed to ensuring our recruitment process is inclusive and accessible to everyone.
If you have a disability, a long-term health condition, or any other need that requires adjustments, please let us know. We’re happy to make reasonable adjustments at any stage of the process - whether that’s providing application materials in a different format, arranging wheelchair access, offering extra time for assessments, or any other support you may need.
You can contact us directly to request a reasonable adjustment. Contact details are available when you apply for role. All requests will be treated with sensitivity and confidentiality.
At YE we are passionate and committed to keeping your data safe and secure. Full details can be found in the YE People’s Privacy Notice.
Join us – and help us give every young person the chance to thrive. Apply today!
Applications without a cover letter will not be accepted.
We empower young people to discover, develop and celebrate their skills and potential.


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Smart Works is a dynamic, high profile and fast-growing UK charity that dresses and coaches unemployed women for success at their job interview. We empower each woman by giving her the clothes and the confidence she needs to succeed.
After visiting Smart Works, 68% of clients secure a job, gaining financial independence and transforming their lives.
The Smart Works service is delivered in London, Manchester, Edinburgh, Birmingham, Newcastle, Reading, Bristol and Leeds. Over the past ten years, Smart Works has helped over 50,000 women, and last year alone we reached 10,600 women. It is our mission that any woman who needs our service should be able to find her way to a Smart Works centre.
In 2025 we launched our new 5-year strategy- we are aiming to build a future where every woman, at any stage of her career, can access trusted, personalised support to secure employment. We aspire to be local in feel, national in reach, shaped by the voices of women, valuing every story and every success.
About the Role
The South London Centre Manager will have overall responsibility for the day-to-day management, smooth running and development of the South London centre and Smart Works service in Croydon.
They will oversee the delivery of a high-quality Smart Works service, to include managing centre operations, leading and supporting the volunteer community, and building strong relationships with local partners and stakeholders, to ensure that Smart Works is well-embedded in the South London community.
The Centre Manager will be a highly organised and proactive individual who enjoys making things happen. They will be equally comfortable managing the practical running of a busy public-facing centre, supporting clients and volunteers, representing Smart Works externally and identifying opportunities to grow the service.
They will be a natural relationship builder who is able to create a vibrant, friendly and inclusive environment where everyone feels welcome.
The role would be based in the South London centre, and there will be occasional evening and weekend work for which staff are awarded TOIL. There will also be an expectation that this role may need to visit other Smart Works London centres or travel for outreach events and activities throughout the city.
How to Apply
Please submit a CV and a cover letter which answers the following questions by 29th September at 5pm. Your application should be addressed to Fiona Hollow, Head of London Service Delivery
- Why do you want to work for Smart Works? (Max 250 words)
- How will you create a positive atmosphere and environment for clients, volunteers and staff members in our South London centre? (Max 250 words)
- Tell us about a time you have worked effectively in a team to solve a problem. (Max 250 words)
1st round interviews will take place on Monday 5th October and will be virtual. If you are unable to attend a virtual interview for any reason, please let us know to discuss another arrangement.2nd round interviews will take place on Friday 9th October and will be in person in Croydon.
If you require any reasonable adjustments or alterations for the application and recruitmentprocesses, please reach out to us.
Smart Works is committed to best practice employment practices, including reducing the burden for those seeking work. Smart Works will therefore reimburse reasonable costs of travel to interviews if required.
We exist to give unemployed women the clothing, coaching and confidence they need to succeed at interview and get the job.



We are recruiting for a passionate and organised manager responsible for recruiting, supporting, training and engaging volunteers, ensuring they have a positive experience while contributing effectively to Bristol Dockyards goals and community impact.
Our volunteers are at the heart of the visitor experience at Bristol Dockyards, helping bring Brunel’s remarkable ship and stories to life. The Trust creates rewarding opportunities for volunteers to learn, connect and make a difference, while ensuring they feel supported and have the necessary knowledge and skills to play a vital role in delivering our mission and values.
As Volunteer Manager at Bristol Dockyards - Home of SS Great Britain - you will lead and grow our volunteer team of more than 140 volunteers, inspiring and supporting them to make a lasting impact. You will drive inclusive recruitment, deliver outstanding volunteer experiences, develop training and engagement opportunities, manage key volunteer systems and processes and work with colleagues to create meaningful volunteering roles.
As a champion for volunteering, you will build strong relationships, measure impact, promote best practice and help shape the future of volunteering across Bristol Dockyards.
The Dockyards are at the heart of the city’s harbourside. Run by the SS Great Britain Trust, we bring the spirit of Bristol and Brunel to life.
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Irish Chaplaincy is seeking an experienced, compassionate and motivated Community Outreach and Volunteer Manager to help us extend our reach, strengthen our volunteer community and provide high-quality support to older and vulnerable Irish people across London.
For almost 70 years, Irish Chaplaincy has supported Irish immigrants and people of Irish heritage across England and Wales. Rooted in a Catholic ethos and Catholic social teaching, our work recognises the inherent dignity of every person. We take a holistic and person-centred approach, offering spiritual, emotional and practical support to people who may be isolated, vulnerable or experiencing difficult circumstances.
This is an exciting opportunity to play a central role in a respected charity at an important point in its development. As we celebrate our 70th anniversary in 2027, you will help us reach more people in need, build a strong and well-supported volunteer network, and ensure that vulnerable members of the Irish community receive compassionate, practical and pastoral care.
This is a varied, hands-on role combining community outreach, face-to-face casework, staff supervision and volunteer management. You will lead efforts to identify and engage people who may benefit from our support, build strong referral relationships across London, and ensure our volunteers are recruited, trained and supported effectively.
You will also line manage our Community Outreach Worker and hold a small caseload of your own. This will involve visiting people in their homes, hospitals and care settings and providing pastoral care, advocacy, emotional support and practical help, including support at the end of life.
Key responsibilities
- Proactively reach older Irish people and other vulnerable members of the Irish community, particularly those who are isolated or not currently known to services.
- Build relationships with parishes, community and faith groups, Irish centres, GP surgeries, social services and other voluntary and statutory organisations.
- Provide day-to-day line management, supervision and development support to the Community Outreach Worker.
- Lead the recruitment, induction, training, deployment and ongoing support of volunteers.
- Develop clear volunteer roles and effective procedures covering safeguarding, safe recruitment and DBS checks.
- Hold a small caseload and provide face-to-face pastoral, emotional, advocacy and practical support.
- Represent Irish Chaplaincy at community events, forums and partner meetings.
- Support community development, fundraising, impact reporting and activity connected with Irish Chaplaincy's 70th anniversary in 2027.
About you
We are looking for someone with substantial recent experience in:
- Community outreach, engagement or development, particularly with older people or other vulnerable adults.
- Face-to-face support and casework, including visits to people's homes, hospitals or care settings.
- Line managing or supervising paid staff, including supporting performance, wellbeing and professional development.
- Recruiting, training, supporting and managing volunteers, while creating a positive and inclusive volunteering culture.
You will be an excellent relationship-builder with strong communication and organisational skills, a sound understanding of safeguarding, and the ability to balance outreach, management and direct support responsibilities.
You will bring a warm, respectful and person-centred approach to your work. You should also have empathy with, and a commitment to, Irish Chaplaincy's Christian ethos and pastoral mission. An understanding of Irish culture and the experiences of the Irish diaspora in Britain would be an advantage.
The role requires regular travel across London and occasional evening or weekend work. An enhanced DBS check and the right to work in the UK are required.
Irish Chaplaincy is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of older and vulnerable people. We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all sections of the community.
The Irish Chaplaincy is a leading social action charity, rooted in faith, providing high quality services and support to excluded Irish emigrants.

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Help shape the UK’s dedicated Muslim Cancer Support Network. Lead, inspire and support volunteers delivering faith‑sensitive cancer support across the country.
Safeena is the UK’s dedicated Muslim Cancer Support Network, created to ensure no Muslim facing cancer feels alone. As we grow into a professionally governed national charity, we are recruiting a Volunteer Manager to lead, develop and support our expanding volunteer workforce.
The Volunteer Manager will oversee Safeena’s national volunteer programme including Befrienders, Community Champions, Bereavement Volunteers and operational volunteers, ensuring high‑quality recruitment, training, safeguarding, supervision and ongoing support. This role is central to Safeena’s transformation programme, helping build a credible, compliant and compassionate volunteer service that reflects the needs of Muslim communities affected by cancer.
Key Responsibilities
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Recruit, onboard and train volunteers
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Deliver induction and ongoing training programmes
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Provide supervision, wellbeing support and reflective practice
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Coordinate rotas, assignments and community outreach activity
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Maintain volunteer records, policies and compliance
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Promote Safeena’s volunteer opportunities across communities and mosques
Person Requirements
Essential
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Experience managing or coordinating volunteers
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Strong organisational and communication skills
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Ability to support volunteers in emotionally sensitive roles
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Knowledge of safeguarding and confidentiality
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Confident delivering training or group sessions
Desirable
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Experience in charity, community or health settings
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Understanding of Muslim communities and culturally sensitive support
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Training in safeguarding, bereavement or cancer awareness
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Lead our volunteer team and make a tangible difference by supporting volunteers in their vital work to help create life-changing assistance dogs for disabled people.
About Canine Partners
At Canine Partners, we breed, train, and support expert assistance dogs to create loving, life-changing partnerships with disabled people. Across the UK, we support people with a variety of physical disabilities and their families, carefully matching them with a dog that suits their needs, personality, and lifestyle.
Our dogs bring confidence and independence, love and companionship, reducing reliance on carers and giving people the freedom to live life their own way.
The Role
Position: Head of Volunteering
Hours: 37.5 hours per week
Location: Homebased
Travel: Travel throughout the UK will be required (approx. once a month on average) for events, leadership meetings, staff engagement days and to collaborate with the team. More travel may be required during the induction period.
Our volunteers are key to the success of Canine Partners by supporting us in all areas of the organisation. You will develop and lead our volunteer strategy, focusing on how we recruit, train and retain our amazing team of 1000 volunteers. Canine Partners is progressing through a significant growth period, and we need to have more volunteers on board to help us achieve this. Through strong leadership, effective volunteer management practices and a positive volunteer experience, you will help build a resilient volunteer community that strengthens service delivery, enhances organisational culture and supports the charity's long-term growth and sustainability with the goal of helping more people.
What You'll Be Doing
- Lead the development of innovative approaches to volunteer recruitment, engagement, retention and recognition.
- Lead the volunteer team who support the journey and experience of volunteers
- Collaborate with our communications team to develop and implement a volunteer recruitment strategy to increase volunteer numbers
- Support staff across the organisation to effectively recruit, manage and develop volunteers.
- Ensure volunteer related policies, products and procedures are aligned with the needs of the organisation and sector best-practice, ensuring we are an accessible and inclusive organisation for volunteers
- Regular board level reporting on measurable objectives and performance indicators
About You
- Significant strategic leadership experience in volunteering within a charity, public sector or community organisation.
- Strong knowledge of volunteer management best practice, governance and relevant legislation.
- Excellent communication, presentation and interpersonal skills.
- Experience of developing and delivering volunteering strategies that support growth, organisational change and strategic objectives.
- Experience of implementing or optimising volunteer management systems, CRM platforms or digital tools to improve the volunteer journey.
- Experience of managing risk, safeguarding, conflict, disputes and complex volunteer-related issues with confidence and compassion
Most importantly, you will be passionate about the transformative impact that our assistance dogs provide to our beneficiaries.
Ready to Make a Difference?
If you are excited about this role, don't hesitate to apply! We welcome applicants who bring unique perspectives, and would be delighted to hear from you. Please apply online with a comprehensive CV and supporting statement explaining how you believe you match the requirements of the role.
Please note we may interview candidates prior to the closing date. If we find a suitable candidate or receive a high volume of applications, we may close this advertisement prior to the closing date so apply now to ensure you don't miss out! Please be assured that we contact all candidates regarding the outcome of their application, this may take longer if we receive high volumes of applications.
Closing date: 4th October 2026
We recognise the benefit of diverse experience and welcome and encourage applications from all sections of the community. We are a disability confident committed employer.
Applications are initially reviewed using our applicant tracking system, which may use automated screening criteria to help identify candidates whose skills and experience match the requirements of the role. All hiring decisions include human review.
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We will change the lives of disabled people using expertly trained dogs to improve physical, emotional and social wellbeing.



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We are seeking an experienced and dynamic Shop Manager to oversee the daily operations of our RSPCA Surrey East charity shop in Redhill.
You will take full day-to-day ownership of the store, driving retail sales, recruiting and inspiring volunteers, and leading community engagement to generate vital funds for local animal welfare.
Key Tasks/Job Description
Shop Operations
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Manage all aspects of the charity shop, including staff and volunteer management, stock management, merchandising, and financial procedures.
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To meet the agreed sales targets and ensure that direct costs are kept to a minimum
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Ensure that the shop and window presentation standards meet our Branch vision, including the rotation of goods, window displays and promotional activities
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Ensure the appropriate standards of cleanliness are maintained throughout the shop
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Be proactive in the generation of donated stock, managing stock collection efficiently and effectively in accordance with Branch & Society guidelines
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Ensure trading hours are strictly adhered to
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Process donated stock to the agreed standards and timescale
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Ensure all financial management, cash handling, daily banking and security procedures are followed
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Ensure all relevant administration is completed within the agreed timescales
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Manage the sales and administration of any bought-in (i.e. new) goods
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Manage the sale of goods online.
Property
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Assume overall responsibility for the shop premises, including key holding
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Ensure compliance with the branch’s health and safety policy (including fire safety, risk assessments and security procedures) and relevant legislation
People/Line Management
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Recruit, train, manage and support staff & volunteers while adhering to the agreed Branch standards, policies and relevant legal legislation
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Complete annual appraisals, including the setting of targets for shop staff within the agreed timescales, and conduct regular one-to-one review meetings with staff
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Ensure that the level of volunteers is sufficient to operate an effective charity shop operation
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Complete relevant training for volunteers and ensure volunteers feel included and motivated
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Ensure that appropriate HR policies and procedures are adhered to in compliance with the relevant employment legislation and branch employment policies and procedures, seeking guidance from the Branch Manager as required
General
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Actively promote all Branch & Society initiatives and campaigns to promote awareness of the charity
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Ensure high levels of customer service are maintained
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Build and develop positive internal and external relationships to ensure maximum income for the charity
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Promote the shop in the local area using all available promotional opportunities (subject to any Branch rules for communication with the media)
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To carry out such other tasks as directed by the Branch Manager
Branch Policies
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Adhere to the Branch’s charitable objectives.
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Fully comply with RSPCA Surrey East Branch’s procedures, ensuring these are carried out in relation to the post.
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To be an ambassador for the Branch and professionally represent the Charity at all times.
Health And Safety
While at work, all staff are required to:
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Take care of their own health and safety and that of others who may be affected by their acts and omissions.
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Co-operate with Branch health and safety policies and procedures.
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Ensure, so far as is reasonably practicable, the health, safety and well-being of their staff, volunteers and others who may be affected by branch activities
Knowledge, skill and experience
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EDUCATION & TRAINING
Essential
- Good general level of education, at least to GCSE standard or equivalent
Desirable
- Retail management qualification
EXPERIENCE
Essential
- Comprehensive retail management experience
- Proven line management experience
- Experience of managing budgets and accounts
- Experience of handling difficult people management issues
- Experience of cash handling and financial management procedures (including completion of sales records)
Desirable
- Charity retail management experience
- Fashion retail experience
- Experience of recruiting and working with groups of volunteers
- Training, coaching and mentoring skills
SKILLS AND COMPETENCIES
Essential
- Excellent communication skills both written and oral
- Excellent organisational skills, with an ability to follow procedures and pay attention to detail.
- Computer literate
- Ability to motivate and influence others
- Ability to prioritise workload, balancing competing demands
- Ability to meet tight deadlines
- Knowledge of health and safety legislation
Desirable
- Understanding of charity law
PERSONAL QUALITIES
Essential
- Sympathy with the RSPCA’s aims and policies
- A proven leader with drive and enthusiasm
- Calm under pressure
- Resilient in the face of setbacks
- Ability to relate well to people from all backgrounds
- Honest, trustworthy and reliable
Desirable
- Ability to be flexible when working with volunteers, willing to seek compromise rather than the “perfect solution”
- Willingness to learn and acquire new skills through training and development
SPECIAL CIRCUMSTANCES
Essential
- Willing and able to work longer than the contracted hours on occasion, when the job demands
Desirable
- Full valid UK Driving licence
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Additional Duties
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To foster the highest standards of performance, discipline, honesty, and integrity from Branch staff and volunteers.
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To maintain and cultivate a culture where everyone is valued, respected and equipped to do their job.
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To carry out such additional or other duties of a reasonable nature as directed by the Branch Manager from time to time, in consultation with the post holder, to meet the needs of the Branch.
Review
The main responsibilities of this job will be reviewed on a regular basis in conjunction with the post holder to comply with agreed Branch Strategies and operational needs.
Job Context
The Branch Shop Manager plays an important role in driving the performance of the charity shop and guiding staff and volunteers to meet the shop’s targets.
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Ready to shape the future of the UK's nuclear profession? Come and lead our events programme, volunteer communities and income-generating partnerships.
The Nuclear Institute is looking for an ambitious and commercially minded Events and Communities Director. This is a unique opportunity to combine strategic leadership with hands-on delivery, driving member engagement, growing income and strengthening the professional networks that support nearly 6,000 members across the nuclear sector.
What you'll do
· Lead a nationally recognised portfolio of conferences, awards, webinars and events
· Grow sponsorship, partnership and commercial income
· Support and develop thriving member communities and volunteer networks
· Own budgets, forecasts, pricing decisions and financial performance
· Build relationships with senior industry stakeholders and corporate partners
· Lead and inspire a small, high-performing team
What we're looking for
You'll be a confident leader with experience in events, partnerships, membership, commercial growth or community engagement. You'll bring strong commercial judgement, excellent relationship-building skills and a track record of delivering results.
Why join us?
· Fully remote working
· Flexible and compressed working options
· Performance-related pay
· Private medical insurance and pension
· 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays
· Your birthday off
If you're excited by the opportunity to grow income, strengthen professional communities and help shape the future of the nuclear sector, we'd love to hear from you.
For an informal discussion, contact CEO Robert Gofton
We are the professional membership body dedicated to nuclear, representing over 5500 professionals, and upholding professional standards for nuclear.
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Job description
Motivated to make a difference and connect communities through sport, you'll be a proactive natural connector who thrives on helping others succeed. With effective communication and organisational skills, you'll confidently support grassroots groups and build lasting impact across London. Join Sported as a Regional Delivery Officer and you could be playing a vital role in the heart of our Field Team.
About the role
As one of two key contacts for Sported groups across London,you'll play a vital role in helping community led organisations grow, become more sustainable and maximise their impact. You'll build effective relationships with these groups, understand their challenges and opportunities, and connect them to the support, resources and funding they need to thrive. This involves welcoming new groups to our network and supporting existing ones to develop.
Working closely with colleagues, volunteer consultants and partners, you'll help deliver projects and programmes that strengthens and develops them and creates positive outcomes for people and communities. You'll also contribute to volunteer engagement, partnership development, grant administration and project evaluation, while ensuring accurate records and data are maintained across your area.
About You
Are you passionate about the power of sport to strengthen communities and change lives? We're looking for someone who is enthusiastic about supporting grassroots organisations, ideally within sport (but please still apply if not in the sport sector), and who shares our commitment to inclusion, equality and positive social change.
You'll be a confident relationship-builder with a proactive, solutions-focused approach and the ability to build trust with a wide range of people. Organised and able to manage competing priorities, you'll be comfortable working independently while contributing to a collaborative remote team. You will also possess a working knowledge of Microsoft 365 and have experience of database management.
Apply to be part of our team
Benefits
Joining Sported means becoming part of a passionate, supportive team dedicated to ensuring there are opportunities for everyone, improving health and wellbeing, ensuring communities are empowered. We believe in creating a positive environment not only for the people we support, but also for our colleagues. That's why we offer flexible, home-based working, generous annual leave, a pension scheme, wellbeing support, and opportunities to give back through paid volunteering days. With paid study leave, wellbeing days, and ongoing learning and development opportunities, you'll have the support you need to grow professionally while maintaining a healthy work-life balance. At Sported, you'll be part of an organisation where your contribution truly makes a difference.
Act with Integrity. Champion Inclusion. Transform Together. Drive Change.
We actively encourage applications from people of all backgrounds, particularly candidates from ethnically diverse communities, LGBTQ+ communities, disabled people, and those with lived experience of tackling inequality. We believe diverse voices are essential to creating meaningful and lasting change.
Please see the job pack, where you’ll find details of roles and responsibilities, and required skills and experience.
The closing date for this role is 9am on 9th October 2026.
We want you to feel comfortable and supported throughout the recruitment process. If there is anything we can do to help make the process more accessible for you, please let us know.
Application Instructions
If you wish to apply, please provide an up to date CV, together with a cover letter detailing how you meet the criteria shown in the person specification. You can use experiences gained from work, volunteering and life experiences. We will not consider applications without these two documents. We also ask you to complete an equal opportunities monitoring form, this is not compulsory but we use the anonymous data to help us improve our recruitment practices and ensure our approach reaches a diverse audience.
Sported is the UK's leading grassroots sports charity. We transform lives and strengthen communities by helping them unleash the power of sport.


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We're looking for a Volunteer Coordinator who's good with people and good at organising them - someone who can recruit, train and keep in touch with the volunteers who make FFLAG's support possible.
Are you someone who enjoys building relationships and helping people do their best work? This role is about making sure FFLAG's volunteers - most of them parents of LGBT+ children themselves - feel properly recruited, trained and supported.
About FFLAG
FFLAG is a national voluntary organisation and registered charity and is the UK's longest established parent support charity in the LGBT+ sector. Our history began in the grassroots parent helplines of the 1960s, grew through the 1980's and 90's as we supported anxious parents and fought against the discrimination of Section 28, becoming a formally registered charity in 2000.
Our work sounds simple, but it is life changing. We help parents and families understand, accept and support their lesbian, gay, bisexual, non-binary and transgender family members with love and pride.
We offer a range of support options spanning 1-2-1 online and helpline support services to a UK-wide monthly group Zoom meeting and face to face local groups. We also have an extensive collection of online resources and guides. We attend as many Pride events as we can and our work supports thousands of people every year. This support is provided by an active base of FFLAG volunteers who are parents of LGBT+ children themselves, supported by other volunteers and allies.
What this job is all about
As Volunteer Coordinator, you'll make sure FFLAG's volunteers are properly recruited, trained and supported, so they can continue doing this work well. Reporting to the Operations Manager, you will:
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Identify what volunteers FFLAG needs, then recruit, induct and train them, including DBS checks and references
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Maintain training, the volunteer handbook and the Code of Conduct up to date
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Maintain regular contact with volunteers, so they stay engaged, safe and supported
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Act as FFLAG's Safeguarding Lead, providing regular supervision to support volunteers
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Keep accurate records, liaise with Trustees, and report on volunteer activity to the Board
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Be a member of the Services and Support Committee
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Provide support to the Operations Manager with events, as required
What are the skills and attributes you will need?
This role needs someone who's organised, approachable, and motivated by helping people do well - but it also needs real, hands-on experience of volunteer coordination from day one, since it's a small, part-time role with no one else to lean on for this work. We're specifically looking for candidates who can point to evidence of previous experience in:
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Recruiting, training and supporting volunteers in a paid or voluntary role
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Keeping volunteers engaged and retained over time
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Handling safeguarding matters sensitively and appropriately
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Working independently and comfortably in a remote-working setup
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A genuine interest in equality, diversity, and the LGBT+ community
Please note: this role isn't suitable as a first step into volunteer management - we're looking for candidates who already have relevant, demonstrable experience in this area.
Why join us?
It's a chance to play a hands-on role at a charity with a long history of supporting parents and families, helping the volunteers who in turn support thousands of people every year. It's part-time, flexible and home-based, with 30 days annual leave plus bank holidays (both pro rata), and a pension in place.
How to apply
Click the CharityJob Apply button below. You'll be asked to submit a CV and answer a few screening questions about your experience.
Closing date for applications is Friday 25th September
Note for Applicants
Thank you for your interest in joining our team! To help us keep our recruitment process fair and organised, please submit all applications and questions through the CharityJob platform using the 'Apply' button.
Our phone lines and general inbox are reserved exclusively for individuals accessing our vital support services, so our team won't be able to transfer recruitment calls or accept CVs directly. We truly appreciate your understanding and cooperation in keeping our support lines open for those who need them most. We look forward to reviewing your application on CharityJob!
Our mission is to support families with LGBT+ members
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Join us at an exciting time in our journey to improve lives through the sport of boccia and help to lead development of the most inclusive sport in England.
To help us achieve our ambitions, we are looking to recruit a Business Support Manager, to join our small staff team and report to our Head of Operations.
As Business Support Manager, you will play a central part supporting the organisation and ensuring we offer great service and care to the boccia community.
We are looking for people who can make a positive contribution to our charity and use their experience and skills to support our work. The ideal candidate will be passionate about making a real difference and bring new ideas for our processes and services.
Purpose of the role
· To manage assigned business support services within Boccia England, using a strong customer focused approach to achieve operational effectiveness and demonstrate our company values.
Key Accountabilities and Objectives
Administration - Provide a high level of administrative support to the Boccia England team (30% of time to this objective)
· Develop and implement systems and procedures to support the efficient operation of Boccia England and improve the service we offer to members and customers
· Manage the enquires received into Boccia England which includes email, phone and web contacts.
· Provide administrative support to the wider team in areas for events, competitions, and talent.
· Ensure all Boccia England policies are up to date, fit for purpose and compliant with legislation.
· Support compliance with relevant standards including health and safety requirements and data protection in conjunction with the Head of Operations.
· Create a suite of standing operating procedures (SOPs) to support the team and create efficient ways of working and cost savings where appropriate.
Volunteer People Management –Manage and support Boccia England volunteers(30% of time to this objective)
· Effective management of the volunteer community in organising and attending events, competitions and other areas as and when required.
· To include defining clear roles and responsibilities, clear communication; setting appropriate objectives; monitoring and reviewing performance; providing support and guidance and personal/professional development.
· Support and develop inclusive communication strategies in all communication to volunteers
· Collect feedback from the boccia community to identify improvement areas and action these where appropriate.
Commercial shop – Manage the Boccia England shop, deliver high levels of customer satisfaction and achieve income targets (30% of time to this objective)
· Manage the Trading budget to realise a positive contribution to the overall Boccia England budget.
· Manage the shop suppliers and ensure stock levels are appropriate.
· Manage customer experience to achieve high levels of satisfaction and repeat business.
· Complete regular reviews of products and complete market research to identify new items tosell which will benefit the boccia community and generate new income revenue streams.
· Be responsible for the shop website, ensuring it is up to date, maintained and the functionality is maximised.
Boccia England Membership - Manage the existing membership benefits package to ensure all areas are delivered (5% of time to this objective)
· Be a subject matter expert for the Boccia England membership platform.
· Deliver training to new and existing team members to maximise their use of the platform.
· Provide regular reports to the Senior Leadership Team and Board on membership numbers, trends and engagement rates.
· Coordinate the annual membership activities to ensure these are delivered
· Collect membership feedback to report on the current membership offer and manage satisfaction within the membership packages.
· Support the team with initiatives to increase membership numbers and support the retention of existing or lapsed members.
· Input into the annual review of the membership packages to identify improvements and deliver these where appropriate.
Human Resources - Provide administrative support to the Head of Operations in people related work (5% of time to this objective)
· Coordinate wellbeing newsletters and support the team to deliver a calendar of wellbeing initiatives.
· Work with the Head of Operations to support the recruitment of roles across the business, these may be paid, unpaid, volunteer and or self-employed roles.
· Support the administration of tasks, such as safer recruitment processes, onboarding and induction checklists, training needs surveys and plans.
General Requirements
· Manage own workload effectively.
· Be committed to continuous improvement.
· Provide excellent and timely customer service with both internal and external communications.
· Use and share knowledge and expertise to develop Boccia England.
· Be an advocate for Boccia England and the sport of boccia.
· Any other tasks or responsibilities as deemed appropriate by the Head of Operations which commensurate with the responsibilities of the post.
To create positive, engaging and accessible opportunities for physically disabled people to play boccia.
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We are looking for people who are approachable, motivated and able to build trusting relationships with young people, with the skills and experience to provide effective mentoring and advocacy.
This is an exciting opportunity to become part of a friendly and committed team and contribute to a well-established service that has supported young people in Sutton for many years. Do you have experience working with young people and all the complexities that this brings?
Volunteer Centre Sutton is looking for two enthusiastic and committed Mentoring and Advocacy Practitioners to join our established MAPS (Mentoring, Advocacy and Peer Support) team.
We have two vacancies: one full-time post (36 hours per week) and one part-time post (24 hours per week).
MAPS supports children and young people who may be experiencing challenges in their lives, helping them to build confidence, develop positive relationships and have their voices heard. The role offers the opportunity to work directly with young people, alongside volunteer mentors, families and partner organisations, making a real difference to their lives in a flexible environment.
We are looking for people who are approachable, motivated and able to build trusting relationships with young people, with the skills and experience to provide effective mentoring, advocacy and support.
Take a look at our website Our vacancies - Volunteer Centre Sutton