Network Volunteering Services Lead

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

Job summary

A community-focused organization is seeking a Network Volunteering Services Lead to inspire and lead volunteer efforts in Basingstoke. This role involves developing and guiding volunteer teams, ensuring they provide quality services, such as community first aid and education. The successful candidate will foster an inclusive volunteering culture and work closely with local communities to address their specific needs.

Qualifications

• Passion for making a difference in communities
• Ability to lead and inspire a team of volunteer leaders
• Strong communication and organizational skills

Responsibilities

• Lead and support volunteering groups and leaders
• Deliver tailored community support and development
• Drive excellence in volunteer experience and service delivery

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.

We are seeking a dynamic and dedicated individual to take on the role of Network Volunteering Services Lead who can work and lead volunteering groups and leaders in their own way, supported by our central teams

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 Network Volunteering Services Lead, 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, to attend regularly 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: 12/09/2025

If you are interested in this role, then please contact Ian Hook via email at [e-mail]

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