Volunteer Co-ordinator- CMB1859e
Company
Location
Carlisle, England, United Kingdom
Posted At
6/19/2025
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Description
Salary: £37,035 - £37,938 per annum
Hours: 37
Location: Cumbria House (this is flexible)
Contract: Permanent
About This Opportunity
Cumberland Council is looking for a passionate and organised Volunteer Co-ordinator to join our Children and Families service. In this rewarding role, you’ll lead the development and coordination of volunteering opportunities across Family Help, Prevention and Youth Justice services. From recruiting and training volunteers to supporting Family Hub Parent and Carer Groups, you’ll play a vital part in strengthening community engagement and support networks.
We’re seeking someone with an NVQ Level 3 (or equivalent) in a relevant caring profession, and substantial experience working with children, families, and volunteers. You’ll need excellent communication, organisational, and leadership skills, along with a strong understanding of safeguarding and partnership working. In return, you’ll join a supportive team committed to family-centred, strengths-based practice, with flexible working and opportunities to shape meaningful community initiatives.
This role is available on a permanent basis.
Cumberland Council is proud to hold an Ofsted rating of 'Good’ for our Children’s Services, demonstrating our dedication and strong commitment to providing high-quality services for children and families. Ofsted recognised that staff unanimously report a ‘real buzz about working in Cumberland’ and that they feel ‘energised, valued and listened to’, observing that ‘leaders have established a strong Cumberland identity that staff can be proud of’.
Who We’re Looking For
We’re looking for individuals who embody our organisation's core values: ambitious, collaborative, compassionate, empowering, and innovative. We believe in the power of these values to drive positive change, deliver excellent public services and shape a better future for our communities.
We’re also about potential over perfection and we can help you grow in the role and thrive in your career.
Be sure to take a look at the post specification (below) for the essential criteria for this role.
Contact
For more information about the role or to arrange an informal chat prior to your application, please contact Guy Thompson by email at [email protected]
DBS Checks
This role requires a DBS check. The level of check for this role is - Enhanced DBS Check with a Children’s Barred List check.
Please note this role involves working in regulated activity with Children. It is an offence for people who are barred from working in regulated activity to apply for roles that require them to work unsupervised with Children.
Guaranteed Interviews
We offer a guaranteed interview to the following applicants as long as your application can demonstrate you meet the essential criteria for the role.
Diversity, Inclusion & Adjustments
We’re dedicated to enhancing the diversity of our workforce and we encourage applications from individuals of all backgrounds. That’s why we’re a proud Disability Confident Employer and also an Age Friendly Employer - to provide opportunities for everyone to thrive.
If you need any reasonable adjustments to participate in the recruitment process, please let either the hiring manager or our Resourcing Team know by emailing [email protected]. While adjustments aren’t always guaranteed, we’ll always listen and we’ll try our best to accommodate your needs.
Application and Interview information
Please Read The Supporting Information
Hours: 37
Location: Cumbria House (this is flexible)
Contract: Permanent
About This Opportunity
Cumberland Council is looking for a passionate and organised Volunteer Co-ordinator to join our Children and Families service. In this rewarding role, you’ll lead the development and coordination of volunteering opportunities across Family Help, Prevention and Youth Justice services. From recruiting and training volunteers to supporting Family Hub Parent and Carer Groups, you’ll play a vital part in strengthening community engagement and support networks.
We’re seeking someone with an NVQ Level 3 (or equivalent) in a relevant caring profession, and substantial experience working with children, families, and volunteers. You’ll need excellent communication, organisational, and leadership skills, along with a strong understanding of safeguarding and partnership working. In return, you’ll join a supportive team committed to family-centred, strengths-based practice, with flexible working and opportunities to shape meaningful community initiatives.
This role is available on a permanent basis.
Cumberland Council is proud to hold an Ofsted rating of 'Good’ for our Children’s Services, demonstrating our dedication and strong commitment to providing high-quality services for children and families. Ofsted recognised that staff unanimously report a ‘real buzz about working in Cumberland’ and that they feel ‘energised, valued and listened to’, observing that ‘leaders have established a strong Cumberland identity that staff can be proud of’.
Who We’re Looking For
We’re looking for individuals who embody our organisation's core values: ambitious, collaborative, compassionate, empowering, and innovative. We believe in the power of these values to drive positive change, deliver excellent public services and shape a better future for our communities.
We’re also about potential over perfection and we can help you grow in the role and thrive in your career.
Be sure to take a look at the post specification (below) for the essential criteria for this role.
Contact
For more information about the role or to arrange an informal chat prior to your application, please contact Guy Thompson by email at [email protected]
DBS Checks
This role requires a DBS check. The level of check for this role is - Enhanced DBS Check with a Children’s Barred List check.
Please note this role involves working in regulated activity with Children. It is an offence for people who are barred from working in regulated activity to apply for roles that require them to work unsupervised with Children.
Guaranteed Interviews
We offer a guaranteed interview to the following applicants as long as your application can demonstrate you meet the essential criteria for the role.
- Those who consider themselves disabled as defined by the Equality Act 2010
- Those in care or who have left care and are aged 24 and under
- Armed forces veterans whose last long term substantive employer was the armed forces
Diversity, Inclusion & Adjustments
We’re dedicated to enhancing the diversity of our workforce and we encourage applications from individuals of all backgrounds. That’s why we’re a proud Disability Confident Employer and also an Age Friendly Employer - to provide opportunities for everyone to thrive.
If you need any reasonable adjustments to participate in the recruitment process, please let either the hiring manager or our Resourcing Team know by emailing [email protected]. While adjustments aren’t always guaranteed, we’ll always listen and we’ll try our best to accommodate your needs.
Application and Interview information
- Closing date: 18th July 2025
- Interview date: TBC
Please Read The Supporting Information
- Post Specification
- Our Staff Benefits
- Candidate Support
- About Cumberland Council
Advertise with us by contacting: [email protected]
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