Network Community Lead

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

Job summary

A leading community service organization in Huddersfield seeks passionate leaders to oversee volunteer initiatives aimed at community first aid and education. The role involves inspiring teams, ensuring inclusive experiences, and participating in regular training. Successful candidates will gain a rewarding experience while making a difference in their communities, with proper induction and ongoing support provided.

Benefits

Training and development opportunities

Supportive volunteer environment

Qualifications

• Passion for making a difference in the community.
• Leadership skills to inspire and develop others.
• Ability to deliver community-focused services.

Responsibilities

• Lead a team of Volunteer leaders to deliver Community First Aid.
• Provide education and fundraising support within communities.
• Ensure an inclusive and positive volunteering experience.

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: 18th September 2025

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