Job Advert Engagement Manager 24 1/2 hours per week (fixed-term contract for 12 months) Job Ref: V 581 Hours/Days per week: 3.5 days per week - (Flexible days/hours) Salary: £17,937.50 plus attractive employee benefits package Start date: ASAP Location: Homebased with extensive travel across Cardiff Closing date: 21st July 2026 Full UK driving licence essential Interview date and Location: Online Teams (time and date to be confirmed). Volunteering Matters We believe volunteering is an act of optimism. A quiet rebellion against the idea that one person can't make. a difference We understand the pressures of day-to-day life and create flexible, inclusive opportunities for people at all stages of life. And beyond delivering projects on the ground, we use our voice to shape policy and practice - ensuring volunteering stays recognised, supported and sustainable for generations to come. Volunteering Matters is a nationwide charity that exists to create stronger communities through the power of volunteering. We work with local partners to develop impactful programmes that support individuals and communities across the UK. We work with 12,000+ volunteers across 85+ programmes, to enable a better life for more than 115,000 people. SAFE Cardiff SAFE in the City is a pilot project that brings our award-winning SAFE project to the City of Cardiff area. Funded by the Moondance Foundation and the Baily Thomas Charitable Fund, SAFE (Sexual Awareness for Everyone) is a project that empowers young people with learning disabilities a peer-led environment. It aims to improve the knowledge of topics relating to healthy relationships and sexual health, mate crime, and internet safety. It focuses on young people aged 16-35 with additional learning needs in addition to offering support to their families. SAFE is facilitated with peer-led workshops. The aim of this project is to empower young people with additional learning needs to lead the conversation and education around their own relationships improving knowledge and awareness of these topics for our beneficiaries of this project. Job purpose The successful candidate will deliver a pilot project, taking our SAFE project to Cardiff. You'll be responsible for forging new connections and seeking opportunities in the area to deliver our SAFE workshops, encouraging the participation of volunteers wherever possible. The role will involve workshop delivery as well as volunteer recruitment and management. Working alongside an existing colleague in Gwent, you'll develop and consolidate our workshop materials, to ensure that they're meeting the needs of the young people participating. Key Duties: Deliver SAFE workshops throughout the Cardiff area, involving volunteers in delivery where possible. Recruit, interview, induct, train and support volunteers. Work closely with our SAFE project in Gwent to manage referrals into the project, updating on progress and plans in the process. Develop and update workshop materials and activities to meet new challenges, in conjunction with SAFE colleagues in Gwent. Management of the matching/placement of volunteers, risk assessing the volunteers and planned activities, and monitoring and supporting the match throughout. Maintain good record keeping, ensuring that evidence and impact data is collected so that we can monitor progress against outcomes. Promote the project through a range of techniques, instigating interest in volunteering and encouraging engagement. Maintain effective relationships with volunteers, beneficiaries, colleagues and project partners. Prepare reports with your senior project manager based on agreed outputs and targets. Risk assess all activities, ensuring that they are regularly reviewed and amended if circumstances change. Contribute to joint working and teamwork across Volunteering Matters and the SAFE team. Experience/Skills and attributes: Knowledge of social care and/or third sector service provision, and the support networks and services available in Cardiff. Experience of working with people with learning disabilities, and a good understanding of how best to support learning. A calm and collected demeanour, with the ability to engage and support beneficiaries. An experienced facilitator with the ability to engage in good conversation with beneficiaries, whilst actively assessing risks and solutions. Experience working in partnership with other agencies. Excellent written and verbal communication skills. Excellent organisational skills with the ability to prioritise a demanding workload and work under pressure and to deadlines. Ability to assess risk and carry out risk assessments. (training given) Evidence of good administrative and IT skills and the ability to maintain project monitoring, administrative and financial records. Understanding of and commitment to equality, diversity and inclusion. Understanding of and commitment to Data Protection and confidentiality. Desirables: Ability to speak Welsh or a willingness to learn. Have a full UK driving licence Qualifications: Relevant experience and values alignment are more important for this role than specific qualifications. Location: This role is home-based and will involve extensive travel across Cardiff. For this reason, we require the post holder to have a full driving licence with use of their own car. The postholders will require good internet access to enable remote working and a suitable home office space. IT equipment and infrastructure will be supplied. Our Values & Way of Working: In all that we do, we embrace a philosophy of 'Freedom within a Framework' and are guided by our values: Empowering, Inclusive, Compassionate, Positive & Straightforward. This job description is intended to include the broad range of responsibilities and requirements of the post. It is neither exhaustive nor exclusive but while some variations will be expected, these will be at an appropriate level for the role. 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 "Experience/Skills" section of this advert. To be considered for a guaranteed interview or to discuss any reasonable adjustments during the process, please state this in your application. We have also committed to the following pledges which positively encompass our recruitment and selection processes and methodology: The Promise, Show The Salary, Salary History. 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. We are also open to discuss 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 6 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. To Apply Rheolwr Ymgysylltu 17.5 awr y wythnosol (cytyundeb cyfnod penodol am 12 mis) Lleoliad: Caerdydd Rheoli gan: Arweinydd Rhanbarthol i Gymru Teulu swydd: 3 - £17,937.50 Volunteering Matters Dylai pawb yn y DU derbyn y cyfle i lwyddo. Felly, yr ydym yn dod a phobl i'w gilydd i oresgyn nifer o faterion mwyaf cymhleth trwy'r pŵer o wirfoddoli. Yr ydym yn gweithio efo cymunedau i oresgyn adfyd, taclo iselder ac unigrwydd cymdeithasol, gwellhau iechyd, datblygu sgiliau a chyfleodd i sicrhau mae gan bobl ifanc yr allu i arwain newid. Oherwydd yr ydym yn elusen wladol, mae gennyn ni'r gallu i weithio i raddfeydd mwyach wrth rannu ein harbenigeddau ac adeiladu partneriaethau i achosi ardrawiad positif. Yr ydym yn trawsffurfio adnabyddiaeth ac egni lleol mewn i weithrediadau a chynnydd wrth alluogi cymunedau cryf i greu dyfodol gwell i bawb. SAFE Caerdydd Mae SAFE Caerdydd yn brosiect newydd i weld ein prosiect a enillir sawl wobr, SAFE, mewn Caerdydd . click apply for full job details
Jul 09, 2026
Full time
Job Advert Engagement Manager 24 1/2 hours per week (fixed-term contract for 12 months) Job Ref: V 581 Hours/Days per week: 3.5 days per week - (Flexible days/hours) Salary: £17,937.50 plus attractive employee benefits package Start date: ASAP Location: Homebased with extensive travel across Cardiff Closing date: 21st July 2026 Full UK driving licence essential Interview date and Location: Online Teams (time and date to be confirmed). Volunteering Matters We believe volunteering is an act of optimism. A quiet rebellion against the idea that one person can't make. a difference We understand the pressures of day-to-day life and create flexible, inclusive opportunities for people at all stages of life. And beyond delivering projects on the ground, we use our voice to shape policy and practice - ensuring volunteering stays recognised, supported and sustainable for generations to come. Volunteering Matters is a nationwide charity that exists to create stronger communities through the power of volunteering. We work with local partners to develop impactful programmes that support individuals and communities across the UK. We work with 12,000+ volunteers across 85+ programmes, to enable a better life for more than 115,000 people. SAFE Cardiff SAFE in the City is a pilot project that brings our award-winning SAFE project to the City of Cardiff area. Funded by the Moondance Foundation and the Baily Thomas Charitable Fund, SAFE (Sexual Awareness for Everyone) is a project that empowers young people with learning disabilities a peer-led environment. It aims to improve the knowledge of topics relating to healthy relationships and sexual health, mate crime, and internet safety. It focuses on young people aged 16-35 with additional learning needs in addition to offering support to their families. SAFE is facilitated with peer-led workshops. The aim of this project is to empower young people with additional learning needs to lead the conversation and education around their own relationships improving knowledge and awareness of these topics for our beneficiaries of this project. Job purpose The successful candidate will deliver a pilot project, taking our SAFE project to Cardiff. You'll be responsible for forging new connections and seeking opportunities in the area to deliver our SAFE workshops, encouraging the participation of volunteers wherever possible. The role will involve workshop delivery as well as volunteer recruitment and management. Working alongside an existing colleague in Gwent, you'll develop and consolidate our workshop materials, to ensure that they're meeting the needs of the young people participating. Key Duties: Deliver SAFE workshops throughout the Cardiff area, involving volunteers in delivery where possible. Recruit, interview, induct, train and support volunteers. Work closely with our SAFE project in Gwent to manage referrals into the project, updating on progress and plans in the process. Develop and update workshop materials and activities to meet new challenges, in conjunction with SAFE colleagues in Gwent. Management of the matching/placement of volunteers, risk assessing the volunteers and planned activities, and monitoring and supporting the match throughout. Maintain good record keeping, ensuring that evidence and impact data is collected so that we can monitor progress against outcomes. Promote the project through a range of techniques, instigating interest in volunteering and encouraging engagement. Maintain effective relationships with volunteers, beneficiaries, colleagues and project partners. Prepare reports with your senior project manager based on agreed outputs and targets. Risk assess all activities, ensuring that they are regularly reviewed and amended if circumstances change. Contribute to joint working and teamwork across Volunteering Matters and the SAFE team. Experience/Skills and attributes: Knowledge of social care and/or third sector service provision, and the support networks and services available in Cardiff. Experience of working with people with learning disabilities, and a good understanding of how best to support learning. A calm and collected demeanour, with the ability to engage and support beneficiaries. An experienced facilitator with the ability to engage in good conversation with beneficiaries, whilst actively assessing risks and solutions. Experience working in partnership with other agencies. Excellent written and verbal communication skills. Excellent organisational skills with the ability to prioritise a demanding workload and work under pressure and to deadlines. Ability to assess risk and carry out risk assessments. (training given) Evidence of good administrative and IT skills and the ability to maintain project monitoring, administrative and financial records. Understanding of and commitment to equality, diversity and inclusion. Understanding of and commitment to Data Protection and confidentiality. Desirables: Ability to speak Welsh or a willingness to learn. Have a full UK driving licence Qualifications: Relevant experience and values alignment are more important for this role than specific qualifications. Location: This role is home-based and will involve extensive travel across Cardiff. For this reason, we require the post holder to have a full driving licence with use of their own car. The postholders will require good internet access to enable remote working and a suitable home office space. IT equipment and infrastructure will be supplied. Our Values & Way of Working: In all that we do, we embrace a philosophy of 'Freedom within a Framework' and are guided by our values: Empowering, Inclusive, Compassionate, Positive & Straightforward. This job description is intended to include the broad range of responsibilities and requirements of the post. It is neither exhaustive nor exclusive but while some variations will be expected, these will be at an appropriate level for the role. 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 "Experience/Skills" section of this advert. To be considered for a guaranteed interview or to discuss any reasonable adjustments during the process, please state this in your application. We have also committed to the following pledges which positively encompass our recruitment and selection processes and methodology: The Promise, Show The Salary, Salary History. 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. We are also open to discuss 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 6 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. To Apply Rheolwr Ymgysylltu 17.5 awr y wythnosol (cytyundeb cyfnod penodol am 12 mis) Lleoliad: Caerdydd Rheoli gan: Arweinydd Rhanbarthol i Gymru Teulu swydd: 3 - £17,937.50 Volunteering Matters Dylai pawb yn y DU derbyn y cyfle i lwyddo. Felly, yr ydym yn dod a phobl i'w gilydd i oresgyn nifer o faterion mwyaf cymhleth trwy'r pŵer o wirfoddoli. Yr ydym yn gweithio efo cymunedau i oresgyn adfyd, taclo iselder ac unigrwydd cymdeithasol, gwellhau iechyd, datblygu sgiliau a chyfleodd i sicrhau mae gan bobl ifanc yr allu i arwain newid. Oherwydd yr ydym yn elusen wladol, mae gennyn ni'r gallu i weithio i raddfeydd mwyach wrth rannu ein harbenigeddau ac adeiladu partneriaethau i achosi ardrawiad positif. Yr ydym yn trawsffurfio adnabyddiaeth ac egni lleol mewn i weithrediadau a chynnydd wrth alluogi cymunedau cryf i greu dyfodol gwell i bawb. SAFE Caerdydd Mae SAFE Caerdydd yn brosiect newydd i weld ein prosiect a enillir sawl wobr, SAFE, mewn Caerdydd . click apply for full job details
Job Title: Grandmentors Project Coordinator Reference Number: V568 Location: Wolverhampton (Home-based with local travel) Contract Type : Full-Time, Permanent Hours : 35 Salary : £25,625 DBS/PVG : Enhanced Job Family: 3 Line Manager : Senior Project Manager Closing date: 14th June 2026 Interview: W/C 15th June 2026 Anticipated start date: 4 weeks after job offer acceptance 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. Creating stronger communities through the power of volunteering Volunteering Matters is a nationwide charity that exists to create stronger communities through the power of volunteering. We work with local partners to develop impactful programmes that support individuals and communities across the UK. Since 1962, we ve used our influence to champion volunteering as a powerful tool to build a thriving, resilient society. Our projects are co-created with the people and communities we work alongside: an approach that encourages our participants to become future volunteers and leaders, not just beneficiaries. We understand the pressures of day-to-day life and create flexible, inclusive opportunities for people at all stages of life. And beyond delivering projects on the ground, we use our voice to shape policy and practice ensuring volunteering stays recognised, supported and sustainable for generations to come. 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. Our promise to volunteers We are always looking for new ways for volunteers to make a difference. We bring people together across generations and backgrounds to learn from each other and create change. At the same time, we make sure that all our volunteers are trained, supported, and valued, so they feel confident in what they do. 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. Job Purpose Grandmentors Wolverhampton is a well-established and successful project that has been connecting mature volunteers with care experienced young people since 2019. As Project Coordinator, you will lead the core programme while heading up our brand new Through the Gates pilot, which provides vital support for young people transitioning from custody back into the community. Your role is to foster high impact mentoring relationships while ensuring clear professional boundaries are maintained, complementing the work of our statutory partners in the Local Authority. Key Responsibilities: Project Coordination: Lead the day-to-day delivery of Grandmentors in Wolverhampton, ensuring the project meets match targets for both the core service and the new pilot. Volunteer Leadership: Recruit, train, and supervise a dedicated team of mentors, ensuring they feel supported and understand how their role fits alongside other professional services. Boundary Management: Act as the key link to statutory leads, such as Social Workers or Personal Advisors, ensuring support remains mentor-led and escalating any professional concerns appropriately. Partnership Working: Build and maintain strong, professional relationships with the Local Authority and other relevant partners. Safety & Compliance: Oversee risk assessments and strictly follow safeguarding procedures to ensure the safety of our volunteers and the young people we support. Impact Reporting: Use our CRM system to track progress and collate data for annual reports and meetings that demonstrate the project s impact to our stakeholders. Our Values & Way of Working In all that we are guided by our values: Empowering, Inclusive, Compassionate, Positive & Straightforward. 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. We welcome applications from everyone, but please note that if we receive an extremely large number of responses, we may close this advert early to fully consider applications. We encourage you to apply promptly so you don t miss the opportunity to join our community. Right to Work in the UK Please note that while we hold a license to sponsor employees on a skilled worker visa, the number of applications we can make each year is very limited. Unfortunately, this role does not meet the criteria for sponsorship, therefore, you must already have the right to work in the UK to be considered for this position. If you have any questions about current vacancies, the recruitment process, or need support, our team is here to help
May 27, 2026
Full time
Job Title: Grandmentors Project Coordinator Reference Number: V568 Location: Wolverhampton (Home-based with local travel) Contract Type : Full-Time, Permanent Hours : 35 Salary : £25,625 DBS/PVG : Enhanced Job Family: 3 Line Manager : Senior Project Manager Closing date: 14th June 2026 Interview: W/C 15th June 2026 Anticipated start date: 4 weeks after job offer acceptance 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. Creating stronger communities through the power of volunteering Volunteering Matters is a nationwide charity that exists to create stronger communities through the power of volunteering. We work with local partners to develop impactful programmes that support individuals and communities across the UK. Since 1962, we ve used our influence to champion volunteering as a powerful tool to build a thriving, resilient society. Our projects are co-created with the people and communities we work alongside: an approach that encourages our participants to become future volunteers and leaders, not just beneficiaries. We understand the pressures of day-to-day life and create flexible, inclusive opportunities for people at all stages of life. And beyond delivering projects on the ground, we use our voice to shape policy and practice ensuring volunteering stays recognised, supported and sustainable for generations to come. 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. Our promise to volunteers We are always looking for new ways for volunteers to make a difference. We bring people together across generations and backgrounds to learn from each other and create change. At the same time, we make sure that all our volunteers are trained, supported, and valued, so they feel confident in what they do. 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. Job Purpose Grandmentors Wolverhampton is a well-established and successful project that has been connecting mature volunteers with care experienced young people since 2019. As Project Coordinator, you will lead the core programme while heading up our brand new Through the Gates pilot, which provides vital support for young people transitioning from custody back into the community. Your role is to foster high impact mentoring relationships while ensuring clear professional boundaries are maintained, complementing the work of our statutory partners in the Local Authority. Key Responsibilities: Project Coordination: Lead the day-to-day delivery of Grandmentors in Wolverhampton, ensuring the project meets match targets for both the core service and the new pilot. Volunteer Leadership: Recruit, train, and supervise a dedicated team of mentors, ensuring they feel supported and understand how their role fits alongside other professional services. Boundary Management: Act as the key link to statutory leads, such as Social Workers or Personal Advisors, ensuring support remains mentor-led and escalating any professional concerns appropriately. Partnership Working: Build and maintain strong, professional relationships with the Local Authority and other relevant partners. Safety & Compliance: Oversee risk assessments and strictly follow safeguarding procedures to ensure the safety of our volunteers and the young people we support. Impact Reporting: Use our CRM system to track progress and collate data for annual reports and meetings that demonstrate the project s impact to our stakeholders. Our Values & Way of Working In all that we are guided by our values: Empowering, Inclusive, Compassionate, Positive & Straightforward. 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. We welcome applications from everyone, but please note that if we receive an extremely large number of responses, we may close this advert early to fully consider applications. We encourage you to apply promptly so you don t miss the opportunity to join our community. Right to Work in the UK Please note that while we hold a license to sponsor employees on a skilled worker visa, the number of applications we can make each year is very limited. Unfortunately, this role does not meet the criteria for sponsorship, therefore, you must already have the right to work in the UK to be considered for this position. If you have any questions about current vacancies, the recruitment process, or need support, our team is here to help
Help shape the future of a national charity making a difference across the UK At Volunteering Matters, we believe stronger communities start with people. Every day, we bring people together through volunteering to reduce loneliness, improve wellbeing and create lasting social change in communities across the UK. As we deliver an ambitious new five-year strategy, we are looking for an exceptional Director of Financial Assurance with significant senior finance leadership experience to help shape our future sustainability, strengthen financial resilience and provide the strategic insight that enables confident, impactful decision-making. This is a rare opportunity to take on a senior leadership role with genuine influence across a national charity at a pivotal point in its journey. A strategic leadership role with real impact This new role is about providing the organisation with a clear, forward-looking financial picture, strengthening financial assurance, improving forecasting and helping ensure long-term sustainability in an increasingly complex funding environment. Working closely with the Chief Executive Officer, Board and Finance & Audit Committee, you will play a central role in helping the organisation navigate growth, investment, risk and opportunity. This role line manages the Finance Manager, ensuring strong operational finance while maintaining clear separation between operational delivery and independent oversight. Most importantly, you will be excited by the opportunity to help shape the future of a national charity that creates real impact in communities every day. Why join Volunteering Matters? This is an opportunity to join an organisation with a clear social purpose, ambitious plans and a culture built around flexibility, inclusion and collaboration. We offer: Flexible home-based working across the UK A senior leadership role with genuine strategic influence The chance to shape organisational sustainability and future growth A supportive and values-led culture Meaningful work that positively impacts communities across the UK. Our Values Everything we do is guided by our values: Empowering Inclusive Compassionate Positive Straightforward Disability Confident We are proud to be a Disability Confident employer and guarantee an interview to disabled applicants who meet the essential criteria for the role. 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. 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. Interested? Please send an updated, complete CV and cover letter via the Charity Job link. 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. Right to Work in the UK Please note that while we hold a license to sponsor employees on a skilled worker visa, the number of applications we can make each year is very limited. Unfortunately, this role does not meet the criteria for sponsorship, therefore, you must already have the right to work in the UK to be considered for this position.
May 22, 2026
Full time
Help shape the future of a national charity making a difference across the UK At Volunteering Matters, we believe stronger communities start with people. Every day, we bring people together through volunteering to reduce loneliness, improve wellbeing and create lasting social change in communities across the UK. As we deliver an ambitious new five-year strategy, we are looking for an exceptional Director of Financial Assurance with significant senior finance leadership experience to help shape our future sustainability, strengthen financial resilience and provide the strategic insight that enables confident, impactful decision-making. This is a rare opportunity to take on a senior leadership role with genuine influence across a national charity at a pivotal point in its journey. A strategic leadership role with real impact This new role is about providing the organisation with a clear, forward-looking financial picture, strengthening financial assurance, improving forecasting and helping ensure long-term sustainability in an increasingly complex funding environment. Working closely with the Chief Executive Officer, Board and Finance & Audit Committee, you will play a central role in helping the organisation navigate growth, investment, risk and opportunity. This role line manages the Finance Manager, ensuring strong operational finance while maintaining clear separation between operational delivery and independent oversight. Most importantly, you will be excited by the opportunity to help shape the future of a national charity that creates real impact in communities every day. Why join Volunteering Matters? This is an opportunity to join an organisation with a clear social purpose, ambitious plans and a culture built around flexibility, inclusion and collaboration. We offer: Flexible home-based working across the UK A senior leadership role with genuine strategic influence The chance to shape organisational sustainability and future growth A supportive and values-led culture Meaningful work that positively impacts communities across the UK. Our Values Everything we do is guided by our values: Empowering Inclusive Compassionate Positive Straightforward Disability Confident We are proud to be a Disability Confident employer and guarantee an interview to disabled applicants who meet the essential criteria for the role. 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. 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. Interested? Please send an updated, complete CV and cover letter via the Charity Job link. 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. Right to Work in the UK Please note that while we hold a license to sponsor employees on a skilled worker visa, the number of applications we can make each year is very limited. Unfortunately, this role does not meet the criteria for sponsorship, therefore, you must already have the right to work in the UK to be considered for this position.
Help shape the future of a national charity making a difference across the UK At Volunteering Matters, we believe stronger communities start with people. Every day, we bring people together through volunteering to reduce loneliness, improve wellbeing and create lasting social change in communities across the UK. As we deliver an ambitious new five-year strategy, we are looking for an exceptional Director of Financial Assurance with significant senior finance leadership experience to help shape our future sustainability, strengthen financial resilience and provide the strategic insight that enables confident, impactful decision-making. This is a rare opportunity to take on a senior leadership role with genuine influence across a national charity at a pivotal point in its journey. A strategic leadership role with real impact This new role is about providing the organisation with a clear, forward-looking financial picture, strengthening financial assurance, improving forecasting and helping ensure long-term sustainability in an increasingly complex funding environment. Working closely with the Chief Executive Officer, Board and Finance & Audit Committee, you will play a central role in helping the organisation navigate growth, investment, risk and opportunity. This role line manages the Finance Manager, ensuring strong operational finance while maintaining clear separation between operational delivery and independent oversight. Most importantly, you will be excited by the opportunity to help shape the future of a national charity that creates real impact in communities every day. A Why join Volunteering Matters? This is an opportunity to join an organisation with a clear social purpose, ambitious plans and a culture built around flexibility, inclusion and collaboration. We offer: Flexible home-based working across the UK A senior leadership role with genuine strategic influence The chance to shape organisational sustainability and future growth A supportive and values-led culture Meaningful work that positively impacts communities across the UK Our Values Everything we do is guided by our values: Empowering Inclusive Compassionate Positive Straightforward Disability Confident We are proud to be a Disability Confident employer and guarantee an interview to disabled applicants who meet the essential criteria for the role. 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. 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. Interested? 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. Right to Work in the UK Please note that while we hold a license to sponsor employees on a skilled worker visa, the number of applications we can make each year is very limited. Unfortunately, this role does not meet the criteria for sponsorship, therefore, you must already have the right to work in the UK to be considered for this position.
May 21, 2026
Full time
Help shape the future of a national charity making a difference across the UK At Volunteering Matters, we believe stronger communities start with people. Every day, we bring people together through volunteering to reduce loneliness, improve wellbeing and create lasting social change in communities across the UK. As we deliver an ambitious new five-year strategy, we are looking for an exceptional Director of Financial Assurance with significant senior finance leadership experience to help shape our future sustainability, strengthen financial resilience and provide the strategic insight that enables confident, impactful decision-making. This is a rare opportunity to take on a senior leadership role with genuine influence across a national charity at a pivotal point in its journey. A strategic leadership role with real impact This new role is about providing the organisation with a clear, forward-looking financial picture, strengthening financial assurance, improving forecasting and helping ensure long-term sustainability in an increasingly complex funding environment. Working closely with the Chief Executive Officer, Board and Finance & Audit Committee, you will play a central role in helping the organisation navigate growth, investment, risk and opportunity. This role line manages the Finance Manager, ensuring strong operational finance while maintaining clear separation between operational delivery and independent oversight. Most importantly, you will be excited by the opportunity to help shape the future of a national charity that creates real impact in communities every day. A Why join Volunteering Matters? This is an opportunity to join an organisation with a clear social purpose, ambitious plans and a culture built around flexibility, inclusion and collaboration. We offer: Flexible home-based working across the UK A senior leadership role with genuine strategic influence The chance to shape organisational sustainability and future growth A supportive and values-led culture Meaningful work that positively impacts communities across the UK Our Values Everything we do is guided by our values: Empowering Inclusive Compassionate Positive Straightforward Disability Confident We are proud to be a Disability Confident employer and guarantee an interview to disabled applicants who meet the essential criteria for the role. 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. 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. Interested? 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. Right to Work in the UK Please note that while we hold a license to sponsor employees on a skilled worker visa, the number of applications we can make each year is very limited. Unfortunately, this role does not meet the criteria for sponsorship, therefore, you must already have the right to work in the UK to be considered for this position.
