Reference Number:              V553 Job Title:                                 Volunteer Coordinator Location:                                North Lanarkshire (home-based) Contract Type :                      Permanent Hours :                                    14 hours per week (over 3 days preferable) Salary :                                    £10,250 pro rata (£25,625 FTE) DBS/PVG :                              Membership of PVG Scheme is a requirement Job Family:                            Job Family 3 Line Manager :                       Delivery Leader for Scotland and Northeast England Closing date:                         18 August 2025, 10am Interview Date:                      To be confirmed Anticipated start date:         August / September 2025 We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive sufficient applications Volunteering Matters Who we are At Volunteering Matters, we believe people have the power to create change. Whether through volunteering by helping others and giving time, or through social action such as speaking up, campaigning, or leading change, everyone can make a difference. We bring people together to build stronger communities across England, Scotland and Wales, making sure everyone has the chance to get involved and create real change. What we do We help people of all ages and backgrounds get involved in volunteering and social action. We focus on making sure that everyone, no matter their situation, has the chance to take part. We work with local people. How we do this We support people to share their time and skills to help others and tackle big challenges in their communities. ·        We remove barriers to volunteering and social action , making it easier for people who don’t always get the chance to take part. ·        We listen to and amplify voices that aren’t always heard, helping volunteers and communities influence change. ·        We help volunteers beyond their first experience , offering training, support, and pathways to new opportunities. ·        We connect businesses with communities , creating meaningful employee volunteering projects. ·        We show the impact of volunteering and social action , proving how it changes lives for the better.

It’s a brilliant time to join us. We’re evolving, growing our impact, and shaping a future where everyone can take part and feel they belong. Role Purpose We have been operating the North Lanarkshire Befriending Project for 25 years. Our team of adult Volunteer Befrienders provide 1:1 befriending support to Young Carers. We recruit, train, induct and support Volunteer Befrienders who can be a positive, reliable and trustworthy role model to young people aged 8-18. Befrienders are matched 1:1 with a young person and provide bespoke emotional, social and practical support according to the young person’s needs, interests and goals. Together, they spend regular time together, engaging in fun community activities. Through our support, Young Carers have the chance of a break, become less isolated, more confident and resilient, have enhanced physical and mental health, and are more included in their community. In this role, you will lead all aspects of the day-to-day delivery of the project. The right candidate would be someone with a good knowledge and understanding of “best practice” in Volunteer Management /Befriending Services, and with experience in supporting children and young people. Our Values & Way of Working In all that we are guided by our values: Empowering, Inclusive, Compassionate, Positive & Straightforward.

This role is primarily home-based (must be local to North Lanarkshire), you will need a strong WIFI connection and a suitable home working environment. Part of your working week will also need to be based within local communities in North Lanarkshire, meeting with volunteers, children and families, partner organisations and other stakeholders. Appropriate travel costs will be re-imbursed. Diversity & Inclusion Volunteering Matters welcomes all applicants and are keen to ensure our team reflects the diversity of the UK and the communities we serve. We encourage applications from disabled, LGBT and Black, Asian and Minority Ethnic backgrounds, along with candidates with any protected characteristics and from disadvantaged groups. Disability Confident & Reasonable Adjustments We guarantee to interview anyone with a disability whose application meets the minimum criteria for the role. Please provide evidence in your application, which demonstrates that you meet the level of competence required in the Job Description under skill and experience. To be considered for a guaranteed interview or to discuss any reasonable adjustments during the process, please state this in your cover letter. Benefits Our employee benefits reflect our culture which is built on an approach of full flexibility with accountability, and designed to let you make your most positive contribution; we offer: ·        Flexible Working by Default (re hours & place of work) ·        Unlimited Annual Leave ·        Employee Pension scheme ·        Life Assurance ·        Cycle to Work Scheme ·        Season Ticket Loan ·        Employee Assistance Programme ·        Enhanced sick and family leave. ·        Lifestyle Discount Scheme We are also open to discussing job share applications. GDPR Statement If you apply for a role with us, we will retain your contact details including your name, address, email address and phone number to help us manage your application for up to six months.  We will not use your personal data for any other purpose or share it with any third party. You can contact us at any point to update your personal information or ask us to delete it from our records. Policy on AI-Generated Applications Applications are accepted on trust, and we expect all submissions to reflect the applicant’s own words, experiences, and motivations. While tools such as Artificial Intelligence (AI) may support the application process, applications should not be generated wholly by AI. To Apply Please send an updated, complete CV and cover letter via the Charity Job Apply button above. In your application clearly state which role you are applying for. In the cover letter please demonstrate how you would fulfil the role requirements, what previous relevant achievements you have (both in life and at work), what skills & experience you can offer, and what you believe you can contribute to Volunteering Matters. Please note that all applicants must have the right to work in the UK. Unfortunately, we’re unable to progress applications that don’t meet this requirement.