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Job Title: Senior Volunteer Manager

Reporting To: Head of Volunteering

Salary Range: £40,00 - £45,000

Contract Type: Permanent

Direct Reports: 7 situated across England.

Location: London, Hybrid with frequent travel to sites across England.

Hours/Days per week: 35 hours per week, 9am – 5pm, Monday – Friday.

Requirements: Felix only employs applicants who currently have the

right to work in the UK. We will carry out a DBS check for the successful candidate.  

We are Felix

We bring people together to rescue, repurpose, and share surplus food that would otherwise go to waste, turning an environmental problem into a social opportunity.

Together with 16 other independent charities, 18,000 volunteers, and thousands of partners, we are the UK’s food rescue network, supporting 1.5 million people across the country.

We‘re about fuller plates, fuller communities, and fuller lives.

Purpose of the Job 

We are looking for the Senior Volunteer Managerto play a key role in working as part of a team to grow and improve our volunteer programme. Thousands of individuals volunteer regularly across Felix’s four depots, three food production sites and Felix’s UK’s three regional centres and, with a smaller number in Fundraising and other teams. We aim to improve our volunteer programme, as well as develop new opportunities, and make Felix a great place to volunteer.

The post holder will have five primary focus areas:

• Manage the development of individual volunteering at Felix, initiating and overseeing improvement projects and new opportunities and considering both volunteer experience and operational practicality.

• Line manage and continue to build, develop and support a team of seven. Lead on agreeing team and individual goals and priorities and oversee the team’s work.

• Support the team to develop site strategies to grow and improve our volunteer program and manage issues and opportunities at a local and tactical level.

• Collaborate with members of the operations team and other Felix colleagues to continue to integrate the volunteering team within Felix’s work, champion a ‘one-team’ approach.

• Collaborate with the Head of Volunteering, Volunteer Development Manager (Network) and Group Volunteering Manager on strategy and improvement projects

Duties and Responsibilities

• Manage seven Volunteer Managers, providing leadership and development opportunities and leveraging their expertise.

• Lead and manage team collaboration, development, communication, and resource distribution.

• Ensure that change management principles are utilised successfully to bring the team together post merger.

• Assist Volunteer Managers in integrating into site teams and fostering productive relationships, championing and facilitating a collaborative "one team" approach.

• Support Volunteer Managers in implementing strategies which promote volunteer recruitment, retention, and engagement.

• Oversee the involvement and experience of individuals who volunteer with Felix regularly, aligning their needs, skills and motivations with those of volunteer-involving teams.

• Work with colleagues to plan, set goals, make data-driven decisions, monitor progress, and report on volunteer recruitment and retention.

• Initiate, manage and collaborate on improvement projects and new processes, particularly in Felix’s depots and kitchen.

• Support Volunteer Managers in resolving volunteer issues, escalating to the Head of Volunteering when necessary.

• Lead the implementation of volunteer-related policies and continuous improvement initiatives locally.

• Assist Volunteer Managers in organising local volunteer events.

• Network with external stakeholders to promote the Felix Volunteer Program and integrate best practices.

• Perform additional duties as needed during the absence of volunteer management team members.

• Your normal duties and responsibilities will be set out in your job description. However, the charity may require you to perform other duties from time to time

Person Specification 

You will want to spend time with our volunteers and get to know their experience and perspective. You will be a strong people manager, love working with a wide variety of people and be able to quickly build strong and positive relationships in a volunteer-centric organisation. You have extensive leadership, management and team building experience, like to see the impact of your work, and can implement and lead on new ways of working. You have a passion to be in a charity that is expanding rapidly and thrive in a busy environment. You will have a desire to help reduce food waste and/or fight food poverty.

Essential Criteria 

• Strong individual and team management skills within a fast-paced environment

• Strong change management skills- especially those within a post merger environment.

• Excellent verbal and written communicator at all levels

• Great organisation and Planning skills with the capability to manage multiple tasks and projects.

• Good computer skills including the ability to use Office365

• Ability to effectively collaborate with diverse teams and stakeholders

• Capacity to foster a collaborative and inclusive team environment

• Practice in volunteer recruitment, engagement, and retention.

• Capability in organising and facilitating events and activities for volunteers.

• Prior experience in a managerial role, preferably within the nonprofit or volunteer sector

• Experience in networking with external partners and stakeholders

• In-depth knowledge of best practices in volunteer recruitment, engagement, and retention

• Understanding GDPR and good data management practices

Equity Diversity Inclusion & Belonging

At Felix, we are committed to promoting equality, diversity, and inclusion in everything we do. We value the unique contributions of every individual and strive to create a respectful, inclusive environment free from discrimination or prejudice. Our commitment extends to all employees, and volunteers, ensuring equal opportunities for everyone, regardless of background or characteristics.

Application procedure 

Once you apply you will be directed to our recruitment portal. Please upload your CV and a covering letter outlining your suitability for the role and make sure that they are both uploaded before submitting your application. After you have submitted your application, you have 24 hours in which you can access you application and make edits. We will only consider applications with both CV and cover letter submitted.

Recruitment timeline 

We reserve the right to close advertisements early and we might assess candidates and arranging interview as applications come in, so please apply as soon as possible, to avoid missing out on this opportunity.  

Due to the anticipated large number of applicants, if you do not hear from us within four weeks of your application, we regret to inform you that your application has been unsuccessful. Consequently, will not be able to provide feedback.

Team: Retail

Location: Leamington Spa

Work pattern: 37.5 hours on a rota basis (to include weekends)

Salary:Starting salary of £25,644 per annum

Contract: Permanent

We are the UK’s largest cat welfare charity. All over the country, our passionate employees, volunteers and supporters are using their kindness and expertise to make life better for millions of cats and the people who care for them.

Will you join us and make life better for cats?

Responsibilities of our Shop Manager:

• To lead, manage, coach and develop a shop team of employees and volunteers to be the best they can be, maximising shop performance through the safe day-to-day operational management of shop activity
• To take ownership for the delivery of shop income, expenditure and operating profit budgets and other key measures of performance and activity as defined in the Retail Performance framework
• To support the work of Cats Protection, acting as brand ambassador, being a role model for the values and behaviours of the Charity, taking responsibility for shop operations and related people management.

About the retail team:

• Our retail operation consists of over 80 charity shops
• Each of our shops has its own charm and personality due to our dedicated volunteers and colleagues. From vintage jewellery and jigsaws to harps and handbags, whether our customers are looking for that 'must have' item or simply a 'missing piece'.

What we’re looking for in our Shop Manager:

• Demonstrable learning and experience from working in a relevant retail environment
• Previous experience of line managing a team and building a culture to achieve a collective goal
• Experience and/or understanding of working to sales targets and budgets
• Excellent organisational skills including the ability to meet deadlines
• Strong commercial awareness, balanced with an appreciation for the unique needs of the Charity

What we can offer you:

• range of health benefits
• 26 days’ annual leave plus bank holidays, increasing with length of service
• Salary Finance, which empowers you to take control of your financial wellbeing
• and much more, which you can learn about 

Interested? Here’s how to apply:

Application closing date: 8th September 2026

Virtual interview date: TBC - Applications will be recieved as they are recieved 

Applications may close before the deadline, so please apply early to avoid disappointment. Please note, applications received after the closing date may not be responded to.

If you’re enthusiastic about this opportunity but your experience doesn’t align perfectly with every requirement, we encourage you to apply anyway and demonstrate how your experience is transferrable.  You may be just the right candidate. 

If successful, your recruitment journey will include:

1. Anonymised application form
2. Virtual interview via Microsoft Teams

Please note, the process may change slightly dependent on application numbers. We will inform you of any relevant changes.

Please email us if you require any adjustments to be made for you to complete your application or to participate in the recruitment journey.

This role requires an enhanced DBS check (including the Children's Barred List).

Team: Retail

Location: Erdington

Work pattern: 37.5 hours on a rota basis (to include weekends)

Salary: Starting salary of £25,644 per annum with progression via retail performance framework

Contract: Permanent

We are the UK’s largest cat welfare charity. All over the country, our passionate employees, volunteers and supporters are using their kindness and expertise to make life better for millions of cats and the people who care for them.

Will you join us and make life better for cats?

Responsibilities of our Shop Manager:

• To lead, manage, coach and develop a shop team of employees and volunteers to be the best they can be, maximising shop performance through the safe day-to-day operational management of shop activity
• To take ownership for the delivery of shop income, expenditure and operating profit budgets and other key measures of performance and activity as defined in the Retail Performance framework
• To support the work of Cats Protection, acting as brand ambassador, being a role model for the values and behaviours of the Charity, taking responsibility for shop operations and related people management.

About the retail team:

• Our retail operation consists of over 80 charity shops
• Each of our shops has its own charm and personality due to our dedicated volunteers and colleagues. From vintage jewellery and jigsaws to harps and handbags, whether our customers are looking for that 'must have' item or simply a 'missing piece'.

What we’re looking for in our Shop Manager:

• Demonstrable learning and experience from working in a relevant retail environment
• Previous experience of line managing a team and building a culture to achieve a collective goal
• Experience and/or understanding of working to sales targets and budgets
• Excellent organisational skills including the ability to meet deadlines
• Strong commercial awareness, balanced with an appreciation for the unique needs of the Charity

What we can offer you:

• range of health benefits
• 26 days’ annual leave plus bank holidays, increasing with length of service
• Salary Finance, which empowers you to take control of your financial wellbeing
• and much more, which you can learn about 

Interested? Here’s how to apply:

Application closing date: 11 September 2026 

Virtual interview date: TBC

Applications may close before the deadline, so please apply early to avoid disappointment. Please note, applications received after the closing date may not be responded to.

If you’re enthusiastic about this opportunity but your experience doesn’t align perfectly with every requirement, we encourage you to apply anyway and demonstrate how your experience is transferrable.  You may be just the right candidate. 

If successful, your recruitment journey will include:

1. Anonymised application form
2. Virtual interview via Microsoft Teams

Please note, the process may change slightly dependent on application numbers. We will inform you of any relevant changes.

Please email us if you require any adjustments to be made for you to complete your application or to participate in the recruitment journey.

The Purple Elephant Project is looking for an experienced, values driven Finance Manager to join our team in Twickenham. We are a children’s mental health charity, supporting over 100 children and their families every week with therapeutic services, such as Play and Art therapy, across the London boroughs of Richmond, Hounslow and beyond. This is an exciting new opportunity to play a key role in a growing children's charity and to use your finance expertise to help us make a real difference to children and families.

Working closely with our CEO and Trustees, you'll take ownership of our financial management, including:

• Management accounts and financial reporting
• Budgeting, forecasting and cashflow
• Payroll and financial controls
• Business partnering and financial insight
• Improving systems and processes, including Xero

We're looking for someone with strong management accounting experience, excellent attention to detail and a proactive, collaborative approach. Charity experience and Xero knowledge are desirable.

As you will be expected to spend 50% of the time in our offices, you will need to live within close reach of our charity.

If you are looking for a meaningful, senior part-time role, where your expertise can directly support the wellbeing of children and families, we'd love to hear from you. 

Team: Retail 

Location: Skipton Superstore (Opening November 2026!) 

Work pattern: 35 hours per week on a rota basis 

Salary: Up to £23,364.20 per annum 

Contract: Permanent 

We are the UK’s largest cat welfare charity. All over the country, our passionate employees, volunteers and supporters are using their kindness and expertise to make life better for millions of cats and the people who care for them. 

Will you join us and make life better for cats? 

Responsibilities of our Assistant Shop Manager (Superstore): 

• Cats Protection is launching its first Superstore format, offering customers an exciting destination for both fashion and home. With a significantly larger footprint than a traditional charity shop, the Superstore will provide an enhanced shopping experience, a wider product range, and greater opportunities to raise funds for cats and kittens in need. 

• As Assistant Shop Manager, you will support the successful day-to-day running of the Superstore, leading volunteers, driving stock generation, delivering excellent customer service, and deputising for the Shop Manager to help maximise sales and drive performance. 

About the retail team: 

• Our retail operation consists of over 80 charity shops 

• Each of our shops has its own charm and personality due to our dedicated volunteers and colleagues. From vintage jewellery and jigsaws to harps and handbags, whether our customers are looking for that 'must have' item or simply a 'missing piece'. 

What we’re looking for in our Assistant Shop Manager (Superstore)

• Demonstrable experience of working in a retail environment, ideally within a fast-paced, high-volume or multi-department operation.

• Good understanding of sales targets, budgets and key performance indicators

• Experience of cash reconciliation and financial controls, with a high level of accuracy and attention to detail. 

• Ability to motivate, support and manage a team of employees and volunteers.

• Competent IT skills, including the use of Microsoft Word, Excel, email and retail systems.

What we can offer you: 

• range of health benefits 

• 26 days’ annual leave plus bank holidays, increasing with length of service 

• Salary Finance, which empowers you to take control of your financial wellbeing 

• and much more, which you can learn about

Interested? Here’s how to apply: 

Application closing date: 6th September 2026 

Virtual interview date: TBC 

Applications may close before the deadline, so please apply early to avoid disappointment. Please note, applications received after the closing date may not be responded to. 

If successful, your recruitment journey will include: 

1. Anonymised application form 

1. Virtual interview via Microsoft Teams 

1. In person if successful at teams interview stage 

Please note, the process may change slightly dependent on application numbers. We will inform you of any relevant changes. 

Please emailif you require any adjustments to be made for you to complete your application or to participate in the recruitment journey 

This role requires an enhanced DBS check (including the Children's Barred List). 

Team: Retail 

Location: Skipton Superstore (Opening November 2026!) 

Work pattern: 14 hours per week on a rota basis 

Salary: Up to £9,345.68 per annum 

Contract: Permanent 

We are the UK’s largest cat welfare charity. All over the country, our passionate employees, volunteers and supporters are using their kindness and expertise to make life better for millions of cats and the people who care for them. 

Will you join us and make life better for cats? 

Responsibilities of our Assistant Shop Manager (Superstore): 

• Cats Protection is launching its first Superstore format, offering customers an exciting destination for both fashion and home. With a significantly larger footprint than a traditional charity shop, the Superstore will provide an enhanced shopping experience, a wider product range, and greater opportunities to raise funds for cats and kittens in need. 

• As Assistant Shop Manager, you will support the successful day-to-day running of the Superstore, leading volunteers, driving stock generation, delivering excellent customer service, and deputising for the Shop Manager to help maximise sales and drive performance. 

About the retail team: 

• Our retail operation consists of over 80 charity shops 

• Each of our shops has its own charm and personality due to our dedicated volunteers and colleagues. From vintage jewellery and jigsaws to harps and handbags, whether our customers are looking for that 'must have' item or simply a 'missing piece'. 

What we’re looking for in our Assistant Shop Manager: 

• Demonstrable experience of working in a retail environment, ideally within a fast-paced, high-volume or multi-department operation.

• Good understanding of sales targets, budgets and key performance indicators, with the ability to contribute effectively to their achievement.

• Experience of cash reconciliation and financial controls, with a high level of accuracy and attention to detail. 

• Ability to motivate, support and manage a team of employees and volunteers.

• Competent IT skills, including the use of Microsoft Word, Excel, email and retail systems.

What we can offer you: 

• range of health benefits 

• 26 days’ annual leave plus bank holidays, increasing with length of service 

• Salary Finance, which empowers you to take control of your financial wellbeing 

• and much more, which you can learn about

Interested? Here’s how to apply: 

Application closing date: 6th September 2026

Virtual interview date: TBC 

Applications may close before the deadline, so please apply early to avoid disappointment. Please note, applications received after the closing date may not be responded to. 

If successful, your recruitment journey will include: 

1. Anonymised application form 

1. Virtual interview via Microsoft Teams 

1. In person if successful at teams interview stage 

Please note, the process may change slightly dependent on application numbers. We will inform you of any relevant changes. 

Please emailif you require any adjustments to be made for you to complete your application or to participate in the recruitment journey 

This role requires a basic DBS check 

About Lloyds Bank Foundation 

Lloyds Bank Foundation for England and Wales is an independent charitable foundation, backed by Lloyds Banking Group and the people within it. We want everyone to be in a good place - personally, in a home that’s a good place to live, and in a community that’s a good place to belong. 

We play our role by connecting and catalysing community-led change, providing the money, time, tools and connections that build organisations’ capacity and capability, to make people’s lives better and their communities stronger. 

We back people and communities across England and Wales, to make that happen, because when you back brilliant people, brilliant things happen. Our communities are full of ambitious, energetic and determined people stepping up to make their neighbours’ lives better and their communities grow stronger. Day in, day out. 

About the Role

As Community Impact Manager, you'll:

• Be at the heart of our community-led approach, building trusted relationships, strengthening organisations and helping communities access the support and opportunities they need to thrive.
• Work closely with charities, community organisations, local partners and stakeholders to support community-led change. Building strong local relationships, you'll help organisations grow stronger, connect people and resources, and identify opportunities that lead to meaningful outcomes for communities.
• Manage a portfolio of funded organisations, broker partnerships, gather local insight and ensure community voices help shape our programmes and investment. Acting as a trusted representative of the Foundation, you'll bring people together across sectors, unlock opportunities for collaboration and help ensure our funding delivers real and lasting impact.

About You

We're looking for a relationship-builder who is passionate about communities and committed to creating positive social change. You will have experience working alongside communities, charities or community-focused organisations, helping them build confidence, capability and long-term resilience.

You'll be skilled at building partnerships, bringing people together and influencing a wide range of stakeholders. Comfortable working independently, you'll be proactive, organised and able to navigate complex environments with confidence and sound judgement.

Most importantly, you'll share our commitment to equity, inclusion and community-led approaches, with the ability to listen, build trust and turn ideas into meaningful action and outcomes.

How to Apply 

Please click ‘Redirect to Recruiter' to be redirected to our careers site, where you can download the Candidate Information Pack and find details of how to apply. 

Our Commitment to Diversity, Equity and Inclusion 

We hold Disability Confident Employer status (Level 2) and are working towards full status by 2027. This means that if you're a disabled applicant and your CV and application answers clearly demonstrate that you meet the essential criteria for the role, we will invite you to interview. 

More broadly, we are committed to building a diverse team that reflects the communities and people we work with. We believe that diversity of background, experience and perspective makes us stronger and helps us make better decisions. We actively welcome applications from people who are under-represented in the charity sector, including people from Black, Asian and minoritised ethnic communities, disabled people, and those with experience of the issues our funded charities work to address. 

Key Dates 

Optional Q & A: Monday 7 September 2026, 15:00 – 16:00

Closing Date: Monday 14 September 2026, 09:00 

First Interviews: Tuesday 22 September 2026 (online)

Second Interviews:  Wednesday 30 September 2026 (in person)

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The Corporate Partnerships Manager will play a pivotal role in developing and growing strategic partnerships that generate sustainable income and raise the profile of LOROS within the local business community.

Working closely with colleagues across Fundraising, Marketing & Communications, Supporter Engagement, Events, and Philanthropy, the postholder will identify and maximise opportunities for cross-team collaboration, deliver exceptional supporter stewardship, and embed a partnership-led approach across the organisation.

The role is responsible for developing a strong pipeline of prospective corporate supporters, creating compelling partnership propositions, securing new business opportunities, and managing a portfolio of key corporate relationships. Through effective relationship management and strategic account development, the postholder will inspire organisations to support LOROS' mission and help ensure that more people receive high-quality hospice care and support when they need it most.

The ideal candidate will have significant experience in corporate fundraising, business development, or partnership management, with a proven track record of securing and growing high-value relationships. They will be an excellent communicator and relationship builder, able to engage a wide range of stakeholders and influence across multiple teams. Above all, they will be passionate about connecting businesses with meaningful opportunities to make a lasting difference to patients, families, and carers supported by LOROS.

ReachOut is a youth development charity and a strategic partner for schools. Through collective mentoring and engaging activities, we build socio-emotional skills that transform outcomes for young people constrained by circumstance. 

The Schools & Universities Partnerships Manager will lead the development, growth, and management of ReachOut’s partnerships with schools, multi-academy trusts, and universities.

This new role is central to delivering ReachOut’s strategy to expand our reach, increase income, and deepen our impact for young people constrained by circumstance. Reporting to the CEO and sitting within the Income & Partnerships Team, the postholder will work closely with colleagues across Programmes & Impact and Volunteering.

The role is responsible for building a strong pipeline of partners, securing sustainable funding, and managing existing relationships to ensure mutual value. Through both new and established partnerships, the postholder will support ReachOut’s mission while helping schools and universities achieve their own strategic objectives.

Who we are looking for

• An ambitious, proactive fundraiser with the ability to develop, deliver, and grow long-term partnerships with schools and universities across London, Manchester, and new locations in line with ReachOut's strategy.
• A confident communicator who thrives in a small, collaborative organisation and can build strong relationships with colleagues and external stakeholders across multiple departments and sectors.
• Someone who can work autonomously, manage competing priorities, and identify opportunities to generate income, raise our profile and increase impact.

How to Apply

• To apply please visit our website.
• We are unable to provide visa sponsorship. To apply for the role you must have the right to work in the UK.

Key Dates

• Applications close: 9am on Friday 18th September 2026
• Interviews (in person in London or Manchester): Wednesday 23rd September 2026 
• Start Date: ASAP

If the date for interviews causes any issues, please still apply and let us know in your email as we may be able to be flexible on the interview arrangements.

Please note: the successful candidate will be required to undergo an enhanced criminal records check with the Disclosure and Barring Service. ReachOut will cover the cost of the check and guide you through the process. All staff have a responsibility to safeguard and promote the welfare of children and adults. The post holder will undertake the appropriate level of training and is responsible for ensuring that they understand and work within the safeguarding policies of the organisation.

Our commitment to equity, diversity and inclusion

ReachOut is committed to being an inclusive and diverse organisation. We therefore welcome applications from people of all ethnicities, ages, religious beliefs, gender identities, sexual orientations and any other protected characteristics, to provide a diverse range of experiences, ideas and insights into our work. ReachOut wants to increase the representation of our young people amongst our staff, so if you are from these ethnic groups, we would particularly appreciate receiving your applications.

Join Homeless Oxfordshire as our Housing First Service Manager and lead a dedicated team supporting people with complex needs facing multiple exclusions to sustain long-term tenancies, increase independence and rebuild their lives. Working within Housing First principles, you will oversee the delivery of a high-quality, trauma-informed service and develop strategic partnerships with local authorities, housing providers, health services, social care and voluntary sector organisations. This is an exciting leadership role where you will drive service excellence, support staff development, ensure contract performance and champion resident voice! If you are passionate about creating a lasting change and impact, we would love to hear from you!

Please note: Applications Deadline is the 7th of September at 09:00 a.m. The interviews for this role will be held on the 9th and 10th of September.

Main Purpose Of The Job:

To deliver a high-quality, trauma informed support service to people with complex needs facing multiple exclusions in line with Housing First principles to create long term sustainable tenancies by increasing independence and maximising connectivity with local communites across Oxfordshire. To take a strategic lead on the development and maintenace of excellent partnership working with all our stakeholders to ensure high fidelity Housing First is delivered. Ensuring that commissioned contracts are adhered to and KPIs for these contracts are met. In addition, supporting the professional development of staff to develop deliver services and maintain partnerships across relevant sectors.

Main Areas Of Responsibility:

Working closely with the Operations Manager :

• To lead the Housing First team providing excellent trauma informed support to 40+ Housing First residents in Oxford City.

• To work closely with commissioners on delivery of the service, to develop and maintain strategic relationships with Oxford City Council, housing providers, NHS services, Adult Social Care, Probation and voluntary sector partners.

• Provide reflective, trauma-informed supervision and support to staff.

• Lead safeguarding, risk management and multi-disciplinary case reviews.

• Ensure adherence to Housing First fidelity and continuous quality improvement.

• To ensure that Homeless Oxfordshire delivers effective and high-quality support that meets the evolving needs of our residents.

• To deliver a psychologically person centred trauma informed approach across all services.

• To promote the active involvement of service user experience and voice in the delivery, development and monitoring of Housing First.

• To manage the personalisation budget attached to the Housing First.

• Ensuring that commissioned contracts are adhered to and KPIs for these contracts are met.

• To support staff to ensure that all services are run safely and compliant with safeguarding.

• Being proactive in reviewing and evaluating own performance and identifying and acting upon areas for improvement and development.

• To actively look to develop yourself and your team through training and development opportunities.

• To develop, review and improve your services in accordance with the aims and objectives of Homeless Oxfordshire.

• To provide reflective, trauma-informed supervision support and line management to direct reports, ensuring they meet all aims, objectives and outcomes, according to relevant policies and procedures.

• Manage complaints and suggestions in line with to Homeless Oxfordshire policies and procedures.

• Ensure your team are aware of and include their residents in engagement and coproduction activities working proactively with the LEAP team.

• Develop and maintain strong internal working relationships to ensure managers and teams deliver high quality services that are reflective of Homeless Oxfordshire’s values and address local needs.

• Co-create a positive and inclusive working environment for team members and residents.

• Be part of Homeless Oxfordshire on-call rota.

• To cover for other Service Managers if needed.

• Adhere to Homeless Oxfordshire’s policies and procedures at all times.

• Undertaking, as required, any other duties compatible with the level and nature of the post.

Safeguarding Statement:

Homeless Oxfordshire is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of all adults, children and young people who are at risk of harm and that come into contact with our services. We believe that all adults, children and young people have an equal right to protection from abuse, regardless of their age, race, religion, ability, gender, language, background or sexual identity and consider the wellbeing of the vulnerable adult, child or young person is paramount. As a result, we have a robust safeguarding policy to ensure everyone is treated fairly and a whistleblowing policy to enable people raise any concerns confidentially. We expect everyone (staff, trustees, associates, volunteers and anyone working on behalf of the Company) to share this commitment and read, understand and adhere to this policy and related procedures.

Equal Opportunities:

We employ people on the basis of their abilities. We strive to attract and develop talent that is representative of our residents and all sections of the society, and do not discriminate based on of age, faith, disability, race, gender, sexuality and socio-economic, regional or cultural background. If you are shortlisted and need us to make any adjustments to help you attend for interview, please let us know.

About Us:

We are an open door for people experiencing homelessness whose lives have been shaped by trauma and disadvantage; providing safety, stability and support when it is needed most. We deliver this support across Oxfordshire by providing a range of accommodation with access to high quality support, offering a safe and welcoming space for people to take control of their own lives. We are an accredited Oxford Living Wage employer, and benefits to the role include: annual leave starting at 26 days (excluding bank holidays), flexible working, enhanced benefits with qualifying service, retail discounts with our Homeless Oxfordshire Benefits Hub, and life assurance up to four times your salary and a £250 bonus if you successfully refer a someone as a new colleague through our Employee Referral Scheme as a thanks from us!

What’s Next: Have a look at the job description to find out more about the role and apply on our website. Please be aware that this role is subject to an enhanced DBS disclosure check and will be undertaken for the successful candidate .

We reserve the right to close this advert early if we identify a suitable candidate before the advertised closing date.

Salary: Band G (£27,480 with potential for pay progression)
Hours: 37.5 hours per week, with occasional work at evenings/weekends for Rainbows events.
Location: Primarily based at Rainbows Hospice, Loughborough, with occasional travel to support volunteers across the East Midlands
Contract: Full time / Permanent

Help shape the experience of volunteers across Rainbows

At Rainbows, volunteers support almost every aspect of our work – from fundraising and events, to our retail shops and the hospice itself – with over 400 individuals generously volunteering their time, skills, and passion.

As the Volunteer Coordinator, you'll play a vital role in ensuring those volunteers feel welcomed, supported, valued and able to make the greatest possible impact.

You'll also help shape how volunteering develops across Rainbows, supporting colleagues, improving volunteer experiences and championing the value volunteers bring to our work.

This is a varied and rewarding role for somebody who has experience of working with volunteers and enjoys building strong relationships, solving problems and supporting others succeed.

About the role

Working closely with the Head of Volunteering, you will play a key role in translating the Volunteering Strategy into day-to-day practice across the organisation.

You'll coordinate the volunteer journey from enquiry and recruitment through to onboarding, training, support, engagement and recognition. You'll be a trusted point of contact for volunteers, helping them feel confident in their role whilst also supporting colleagues across the organisation to involve volunteers effectively and confidently.

Alongside maintaining strong operational processes, you'll also help identify opportunities to improve the volunteer experience, strengthen volunteer engagement and support delivery of our Volunteering Strategy.

You'll also provide advice and support to colleagues across Rainbows, helping them involve volunteers effectively and create positive volunteering experiences.

No two days are quite the same. One day you may be interviewing prospective volunteers, delivering training, or supporting colleagues with volunteer management queries. The next you may be analysing recruitment trends, improving volunteer processes, or representing Rainbows at a community event.

What you’ll be doing:

· Managing volunteer recruitment, onboarding and induction.

· Supporting and guiding volunteers throughout their volunteering journey.

· Delivering volunteer training and development opportunities.

· Advising colleagues on volunteer involvement and good practice.

· Coordinating volunteer communications, engagement and recognition activity.

· Maintaining volunteer records and compliance processes.

· Using feedback and data to improve volunteer experiences and ways of working.

· Supporting delivery of volunteering projects and initiatives across Rainbows

About you

We’re looking for someone who:

· Enjoys building relationships with a wide range of people.

· Can balance empathy with good judgement.

· Is confident advising and supporting others.

· Has experience coordinating people, processes or activities in a busy environment.

· Can manage competing priorities and work independently.

· Has strong administrative and organisational skills.

· Is comfortable using systems, data and technology to support their work.

· Is passionate about creating positive experiences for volunteers and supporters.

· Understands the value volunteers bring to organisations and communities.

Previous experience of working with volunteers is highly desirable, and experience of supporting, coordinating or managing volunteers would be an advantage.

Why join Rainbows?

At Rainbows, we are dedicated to making a real difference to the lives of children and families across the East Midlands. You'll be part of a friendly and supportive team where volunteering is valued and recognised as an important part of delivering that mission.

You'll have the opportunity to work with over 400 volunteers, influence the experience they receive, and help shape how volunteering develops across the organisation in the years ahead.

Further requirements can be found by downloading the Person Specification.

Our Benefits include:

· Free onsite parking at the Hospice, Lark Rise, Loughborough.

· Eligibility to join blue light card discount scheme and Company Shop.

· Healthcare Cashback plan.

· Life Assurance.

· 27 days holiday plus bank holidays.

· Contributory pension scheme or Salary Sacrifice Pension Scheme

· Affordable meals at the Hospice, Lark Rise, Loughborough.

· Free Tea, Coffee and Fruit whilst at the Hospice

· Free access to Health Assured employee assistance programme

· Wellbeing support and access to Mental Health First Aiders

This role is subject to an Enhanced DBS (Disclosure and barring Service Check) and pre-employment checks.

Are you a natural relationship-builder? A great communicator who loves connecting people? Someone who has an eye for detail and process development? Has a keen interest to make a positive impact in London communities?

If that sounds like you, we'd love to hear from you!

We're looking for a Skilled Volunteer Manager to lead the day-to-day delivery of Link UP's Skilled Volunteering Programme, matching incredible Skilled Volunteers with Social Good Organisations (SGOs) to deliver projects that really make a difference. You'll own the full project lifecycle, from the first exploratory conversations and thoughtful matching all the way through to project completion and impact reporting. Alongside this, you'll help us deepen the programme in different boroughs and strengthen the systems that keep it all running smoothly.

This is an exciting role if you thrive on building relationships, solving problems, managing systems and developing processes, care about details, and like turning good ideas into real results. You'll work closely with the Head of Skilled Volunteering and collaborate across the wider Link UP team, including Communications and Events.

About Link UP London

At Link UP London we build stronger more resilient communities.  By connecting small Social Good Organisations or SGOs (i.e. charities, Community Interest Companies, community groups and social enterprises) with Skilled Volunteers, we help these organisations access the skills they need, when they need them, to address strategic and operational development issues and build capacity and resources. Our Skilled Volunteers have a range of professional backgrounds (HR, finance, comms, marketing, legal, data, IT and many more) and want to apply their skills and expertise to make a positive difference in London. This means that the organisations are better equipped to tackle the multiple challenges of inequality facing their communities and the Skilled Volunteers have a meaningful volunteer experience that fits into busy schedules.

We connect skills to SGOs in 3 main ways main including:

• Skilled Volunteering Programme: Short-term, structured volunteering engagements.
• Social Impact Solutions: Our corporate programme provides structured skills-based employee volunteering opportunities in a range of formats.
• Events: Including Lunch & Learn webinars that allow professionals with limited time to share their expertise on topics of relevance to SGO capacity development, in-person workshops and community learning and networking events.

We work in all boroughs and the city of London with 95% of organisations we support addressing issues of poverty, vulnerability and marginalisation.

Role Details

Title: Skilled Volunteer Programme Manager
Time Commitment: Full time (with the option of 4 days a week)
Locations: Hybrid – remote and in-person (minimum 2 days per week in our Battersea office, with travel across London as required)
Salary: £33,000 full time with the option of pro rate @ 4 days a week

Responsibilities

• Programme delivery: Own the end-to-end matching process from first conversations with volunteers and organisations, through project scoping and agreements, to monitoring live projects and collecting feedback, ensuring fast, high-quality matches and strong relationships throughout.
• Growth & expansion: Lead research and planning for expansion in different boroughs, working with volunteers and the Head of Skilled Volunteering to identify opportunities and build relationships in communities.
• Pipeline & impact: Keep a healthy flow of projects and volunteers coming in, track diversity and reach, and contribute to regular impact and performance reporting.
• Communications & events: Work with the Comms team to promote the programme and represent Skilled Volunteering at events and in the community.
• Systems & continuous improvement: Maintain the programme's key systems, documentation, and data, and help identify better tools and processes to support the programme’s development.
• Strategic contribution: Play an active role in shaping the Skilled Volunteering model and Link UP's wider strategy and growth

Person Specification

Essential:

• At least 3 years' professional experience managing programmes or projects, ideally in a volunteering, community, or charity setting
• Strong relationship-management skills, with the ability to work confidently with a range of stakeholders
• Excellent organisational skills and the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously
• Clear and effective written and verbal communication skills
• Detail oriented while being able to understand the big picture
• Proven experience working with data, feedback systems, and reporting frameworks
• Confident with CRM systems and using these to track activity and gather data
• A proactive, solutions-focused approach to problem-solving
• An understanding of organisational development — i.e. how strategy, systems and processes evolve to support an organisation’s growth
• Some direct experience with the charity sector
• The ability to be at the Battersea office a few times a week with the ability to travel around London as needed

Good to have:

• An understanding of volunteering and Skilled Volunteering in particular, and ideally experience in volunteer recruitment
• A good understanding of the charity sector including opportunities and challenges faced by small organisations today

Qualities that are a good fit with our team:

• Personable, warm, caring, friendly
• Hardworking, dedicated, committed
• Entrepreneurial
• Professional

How to Apply

Please submit an up to date CV and Cover Letter (max 2 pages) addressing your suitability for this role, paying close attention to the job description and eligibility specifications detailed above.

Please note that applications submitted without a cover letter will not be considered and that cover letters that are clearly AI generated will be discarded.

Volunteering Manager
Job ref: FP-VM
Department: Finance & People
Location: Old Street, N1 7NH. From 1 November Waterloo SE1. (Most office-based staff work hybrid, working part of the time in the office and part of the time at home)
Contract: Permanent
Hours: Part-Time, 0.8 FTE
Salary: £43,000 per annum FTE, pro‑rated for 0.8 FTE

Lead CPRE’s volunteering strategy, champion diversity, and help build a thriving volunteer movement for the countryside by inspiring, supporting and engaging volunteers nationwide.

About You and The Role

CPRE, the countryside charity, is looking for an experienced and creative Volunteering Manager to lead the development and delivery of our volunteering strategy across the CPRE network. This is an exciting opportunity to shape how people from all backgrounds engage with our mission for a thriving, beautiful countryside for everyone.

In this role, you’ll collaborate closely with staff and volunteers across England, coaching and supporting them to create welcoming, inclusive and engaging volunteer experiences. You’ll identify opportunities to strengthen the volunteer journey, from attraction and recruitment to engagement, voice and recognition, ensuring our volunteering culture is accessible, diverse, supportive and inspiring. You’ll also drive the creation of new volunteering roles and programmes, with a particular focus on widening participation among groups currently under‑represented in our movement, including people of colour, disabled people, young people and people from working‑class backgrounds.

You’ll work with colleagues across departments, senior volunteers, and local CPRE groups, as well as external partners such as universities and community groups, and organisations, to build strong pathways into volunteering. You’ll champion best practice, support volunteer coordinators and supervisors, and lead continuous improvement through feedback, learning and innovation.

This role is ideal for someone with proven volunteering engagement lead experience, strong coaching skills, and the ability to build consensus and energise others. You’ll be part of CPRE’s shared services team, ensuring our volunteer engagement capacity matches our strategic ambitions.

About Us

We are CPRE, the Campaign to Protect Rural England. We stand up for the countryside, celebrate its value, and promote solutions to protect and regenerate it – now and for future generations.

2026 marks 100 years of CPRE standing up for the countryside. Our centenary is more than a celebration, it’s a call to action. It’s an invitation to Love Your Countryside: to protect what matters, regenerate what’s been lost and connect to the places that sustain us all.

We are committed to developing an inclusive and diverse CPRE in which everyone feels supported, valued, and always able to be themselves at work, because we recognise that a diverse and inclusive workforce is important in achieving our vision of a thriving, beautiful countryside for everyone. We therefore welcome applications from people of all backgrounds.  People from ethnic minority backgrounds and disabled people are currently underrepresented across the environment, climate, sustainability, and conservation sectors. If you identify as a person of ethnic minority background and/or disabled, we are particularly interested in receiving your application.

Closing date: Monday 14th September 2026
Interviews: 24th September 2026

Interested?

If you would like to find out more, please click the apply button. You will be directed to our website to complete your application for this position.

CPRE is an equal opportunities employer

Please note that we only accept applications from candidates with the right to work in the UK for the intended duration of the appointment.  If you are shortlisted for interview, we will conduct a right to work check prior to the interview.

No agencies please.

DIRECTOR OF VOLUNTEERING

Director of Volunteering at Mercy Ships UK, providing strategic leadership to recruit, engage and mobilise volunteers for its two hospital ships.

Mercy Ships is an inspiring Christian charity delivering free, life-changing surgery to people in Africa with limited access to healthcare. Through its two hospital ships, it brings hope, healing and specialist training to local healthcare professionals. Since 1978, Mercy Ships has worked in more than 55 countries, performing over 122,000 surgical procedures and training more than 55,500 healthcare workers. 

Mercy Ships UK is now embarking on an ambitious growth journey, aiming to double volunteer placements over the next five years. We are looking for an exceptional leader to join Mercy Ships UK as Director of Volunteering. This is a brand-new role created at an exciting time in the charity's growth.

Reporting to the Executive Director and serving on the Executive Leadership Team, you will lead the development of an ambitious long-term volunteering and workforce strategy, inspiring and mobilising medical, maritime and other specialist volunteers to serve on board Mercy Ships' current and future hospital ships. Through your leadership, thousands more volunteers will be equipped to bring hope, healing and life-changing care to communities across Africa.

In this role, you'll have the opportunity to:

• Develop and deliver a multi-year volunteering strategy that builds sustainable pipelines of medical, maritime and specialist volunteers
• Lead the full volunteer journey, from attraction and recruitment through to preparation, engagement, retention and alumni involvement
• Build strategic partnerships with NHS organisations, Royal Colleges, universities, churches, Christian networks and professional bodies
• Provide strategic advice to the Executive Director, Executive Leadership Team and Trustees on volunteering trends, workforce risks and growth opportunities
• Lead, inspire and develop a high-performing volunteering function, setting clear priorities, standards and measures of success
• Act as a senior ambassador for Mercy Ships UK, representing its Christian mission with credibility and influence across the sector

Why work for Mercy Ships UK?

• 25 days' annual leave plus UK bank holidays, increasing by one day for each completed year of service, to a maximum of 30 days
• Employer pension contribution of up to 7%
• Annual personal learning and development budget
• Employee Assistance Programme and wellbeing support
• Location: 12 Meadway Court, Stevenage, SG1 2EF (hybrid working available)
• Free on-site parking
• A brand-new, pivotal leadership role at an exciting stage of growth

This role is eligible for an Enhanced DBS check. Any offer of employment will be subject to satisfactory pre-employment, safeguarding and background checks.

For further details please have a look at the candidate pack.

For an informal chat to ask any questions, please contact Nick Thomas, Senior Consultant, Charisma Charity Recruitment. Please apply through the Charisma Charity Recruitment website with your CV and supporting statement.

Key dates

• Closing date: Monday 14th September 2026
• Charisma vetting interviews must be completed by close of play on: Wednesday 16th September 2026
• First interviews with Mercy Ships: W/C 28th September 2026
• Final interviews with Mercy Ships: W/C 5th October 2026

We welcome and encourage applications from people of all backgrounds. We do not discriminate on the basis of disability, race, colour, ethnicity, gender, religion*, sexual orientation, age, veteran status or other category protected by law.

*In accordance with the Equality Act 2010, Part 1, Schedule 9, it is a genuine occupational requirement that the post holder is a practising Christian.