Network Community Lead

Sja's West; Dorchester; On-site; GBP 100,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

A community service organization in Dorchester is seeking a passionate leader to inspire volunteers and deliver vital community support and education. This role requires strong leadership skills and a commitment to community involvement. Successful candidates will have access to training and support while making a tangible impact in their communities.

Benefits

Access to training

Supportive volunteering environment

Qualifications

• Experience in leading volunteer teams or community initiatives.
• Ability to inspire and motivate volunteers.
• Willingness to undertake required training.

Responsibilities

• Lead a team of volunteer leaders in community services.
• Deliver Community First Aid and Fundraising.
• Ensure training and skills development for volunteers.

Skills

Passionate about community support

Leadership skills

Team development

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.

At St John Ambulance, we are looking to embed ourselves within our communities, delivering support which is tailored to the needs of those communities whilst providing a positive experience for our Volunteers.

We need leaders who are passionate about making a difference in their communities, who care about helping and developing others, who will lead and inspire a volunteer movement across a geographical area to deliver Community First Aid, Community Education and Community Fundraising as well as develop our offering for young people. Through leading a team of Volunteer leaders, you will drive excellence in delivery, develop an inclusive and diverse volunteering experience for new and current volunteers, andhelp navigate through change to build a bigger and better St John Ambulance.

As a member of our network leadership team, you’ll get a huge sense of satisfaction and pride through supporting a team and our volunteers to deliver our essential services.It’s great for you, great for your community and great for our nation.

We will make sure you will have access to a proper induction to volunteering with SJA and the training you need for the role you take on. We will also provide you with a supportive environment while you are volunteering with us. Information about our volunteer roles are included in the role descriptions. What you can expect from SJA, and what we expect from those who volunteer with us, is included in the volunteer charter.

Volunteers would be expected to attend training for the role both online and in person, and to attend regular network weekly meetings to enable them to keep their skills up to date.

If you are successful, you will need to undertake relevant training for the role, details of which will be discussed after you have been appointed.

Closing date for these opportunities is: 15/12/2025

If you are interested in this role, then please contact [e-mail]

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