County Fundraising & Priory Lead - (East London)

Sja's West; Greater London; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A community service organization in Greater London seeks a County Lead to oversee and guide volunteer efforts. The role emphasizes inspiring local volunteers and ensuring services align with community needs. Successful candidates will have experience in multidisciplinary teamwork and a strong commitment to community welfare. This position plays a critical role in empowering volunteers to operate effectively in first aid education and community wellbeing. The application deadline is 20th February 2026.

Qualifications

• Experience working as part of a multidisciplinary team.
• Passion for local volunteering and community support.

Responsibilities

• Provide strategic leadership and oversight for volunteer networks.
• Inspire and support volunteers while ensuring alignment with community needs.
• Interact with Communities of Practice for sharing best practices.

Job description

Volunteering with St John Ambulance strengthens communities. From youth support and education to wellbeing, events, and fundraising; your time makes a real impact.

Are you committed to delivering high quality care? Do you have experience working as part of a multidisciplinary team?

As a County Lead of East London you will be part of the establishment of a County St John Council to oversee and guide volunteer Community Networks aims to create a structured and supportive framework that empowers volunteers to operate more effectively and efficiently. By providing strategic leadership, coordination, and oversight, the council ensures that volunteer efforts align with community needs and priorities while avoiding duplication of services.

St John has embarked on a journey to achieve the goal of ensuring that every community and young person across the country is first aid confident.

We are looking for a leader with a passion for local volunteering and helping communities to inspire and support volunteers on this journey across your county

The post will also interact with relevant Communities of Practice to share learning, advice and best practice

The closing date for this vacancy is the 20th February 2026