Volunteer Coordinator - South West

Job Introduction

Volunteer Coordinator – South West

We’re hiring for a Volunteer Coordinator to support and grow our volunteer programme across the South West.

You’ll play a key role in coordinating volunteer recruitment, onboarding, training and retention, working closely with colleagues, community organisations and corporate partners to maximise the impact of volunteering across Brandon Trust.

This is a part‑time position, working 24 hours per week, with hybrid working across Brandon Trust sites, from home and other agreed locations.

What you’ll be doing:

• Coordinating targeted recruitment campaigns to attract diverse volunteers
• Matching volunteers to roles that align with their skills and interests
• Delivering structured onboarding and induction processes
• Monitoring and reporting on volunteer engagement and mandatory training compliance
• Managing the full volunteer lifecycle, including recognition and off‑boarding
• Acting as a key point of contact for volunteers and corporate partners
• Organising volunteer thank‑you events, engagement activities and regular communications
• Building relationships with community organisations and businesses to attract new volunteers
• Maintaining accurate volunteer records and ensuring GDPR compliance
• Supporting impact reporting, including volunteer hours, financial value and social impact
• Working closely with colleagues across fundraising, marketing, retail and enterprise teams

What we’re looking for:

• Proven ability to manage or support a volunteer programme with measurable outcomes
• Strong organisational and communication skills
• Confidence building relationships with volunteers and stakeholders
• Confident use of social media to advertise opportunities, increase engagement, and support outreach
• Self‑motivated, proactive and able to work independently
• Good working knowledge of Microsoft 365, including SharePoint and Teams
• A commitment to inclusive practice and Brandon Trust’s values

Essential requirements:

• Ability to work independently and travel across the South West
• A full UK driving licence and access to your own car
• Willingness to undertake a basic DBS check
• Experience recruiting, supporting and engaging volunteers

Desirable:

• Experience in safeguarding and event planning
• Familiarity with CRM systems, volunteer management systems or marketing platforms

Hours and salary:

• 24 hours per week
• £28,000 per annum (pro rata)

About us:

Brandon Trust works alongside people of different abilities so they are able to create opportunity and feel empowered to live the life they want. Volunteers play a vital role in helping us achieve this, and this role is key to ensuring they feel supported, valued and engaged.

How to apply:

Please apply as soon as possible.

We reserve the right to close this vacancy early should we receive a large volume of applications, so early application is encouraged.