Volunteering Coordinator Maternity Cover Location: Home-based with travel to other centres Contract Type: Fixed-term contract 13 Months Hours: 25 hours per week (part-time) Salary: £20,200 per annum, pro-rata of £28,280, Band D, Level 3 About the Role This is an exciting opportunity to play a key role in delivering and growing a national volunteering programme focused on outdoor adventure and youth development. Working as part of a collaborative and supportive team, youll coordinate the recruitment, onboarding and support of volunteers across a range of programmes, including service teams, residential placements and events. Youll help ensure every volunteer has a positive, safe and well-organised experience from first enquiry through to the end of their journey. Youll also support the development of service team opportunities and contribute to building alumni and ambassador pathways, helping to create a connected and engaged volunteer community. What Youll Be Doing as our Volunteering Coordinator: Coordinating volunteer recruitment, including enquiries, applications and interview scheduling Managing onboarding and pre-arrival administration, including compliance checks and documentation Supporting placement coordination across centres and acting as a key contact for volunteers Working closely with centre teams to plan volunteer needs and support delivery Supporting volunteer engagement and the development of service teams, alumni and ambassador initiatives What Were Looking For in our Volunteering Coordinator: Experience in coordination, administration, customer service or similar roles Strong organisational skills with excellent attention to detail Ability to manage multiple tasks and prioritise effectively Confident and clear communication skills, both written and verbal Ability to build positive relationships and handle sensitive information appropriately What we offer as our Volunteering Coordinator: A supportive, inclusive, and collaborative team environment Ongoing learning and professional development opportunities 28 days annual leave (pro rata), rising to 32 days after 2 years, plus additional time off over Christmas Flexible working options to suit you, your role, and your team For a full list of our benefits, click here. Closing date for applications : 11:59 pm Monday 6th April 2026 Interviews will be held week commencing Monday, 13 April 2026 Strictly no agencies. The Scouts is an equal opportunities employer and we are committed to fostering an inclusive environment where everyone feels valued and empowered to contribute. We offer flexible working arrangements to support diverse needs and lifestyles, ensuring that our teams can thrive both professionally and personally. We welcome and encourage applicants from all walks of life, believing that varied perspectives strengthen our innovation and community. Your unique experiences and ideas are essential to our success, and we look forward to hearing from all voices.