Children Heard and Seen
Volunteer Coordinator
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Volunteer Coordinator
Children Heard and Seen
Hill End Camp, Eynsham Road, Oxford OX2 9NJ
£35,000 - £38,000 a year - Part-time, Full-time, Fixed term contract
Overview
Help build a community where every child is heard.
At Children Heard and Seen, we believe no child should face the impact of parental imprisonment alone. We support children, young people and families through specialist one-to-one support, mentoring, groups, activities and residentials, helping them build brighter futures.
We're looking for an enthusiastic, relationship-focused Volunteer Co-ordinator to lead the recruitment, development and support of volunteers across Oxfordshire. Volunteers are at the heart of everything we do, and this role is central to growing a skilled, compassionate network that enables us to reach more children and families.
How to Apply
Send a CV and Cover Letter to info@childrenheardandseen.co.uk detailing how you fit the essential requirements for the role, and why you are interested in this position.
About the Role
This is far more than a volunteer management role. You'll build partnerships across Oxfordshire, inspire people to become part of our mission and ensure every volunteer feels welcomed, valued and supported.
Working alongside our Oxfordshire Project Manager, you'll recruit, train and coordinate volunteers who support mentoring, family activities, children's groups, community events and our annual family residential. This is not a typical 9–5 role. Our work happens when children and families need us most, which means some evening and occasional weekend working will be required. Flexibility is essential, particularly to support family activities, volunteer training, community events and our annual residential.
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We're looking for someone who will:
- Recruit and inspire new volunteers from across Oxfordshire.
- Build relationships with local communities, businesses, universities and voluntary organisations.
- Deliver a safe and engaging volunteer recruitment and induction process.
- Support, supervise and develop volunteers throughout their journey with us.
- Help create a positive, inclusive and rewarding volunteer experience.
- Ensure high standards of safeguarding and safer recruitment.
- Work collaboratively with colleagues to ensure volunteers are available where they are needed most.
About You
You'll be someone who enjoys bringing people together and inspiring others to make a real difference in the lives of children and families.
You'll have:
- Experience of recruiting, coordinating or managing volunteers, staff or community programmes.
- Experience of working with children, young people and vulnerable families.
- A trauma-informed approach, with an understanding of the impact of adversity and how to support people with empathy, compassion and appropriate boundaries.
- A sound understanding of safeguarding and safer working practices.
- Excellent communication and relationship-building skills, with the ability to engage and motivate a wide range of people.
- Strong organisational skills and the ability to manage multiple priorities.
- Confidence working independently while contributing positively as part of a supportive team.
- A genuine passion for improving outcomes for children affected by parental imprisonment.
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Why Join Us?
This is an exciting opportunity to help shape an innovative county-wide model of support for children affected by parental imprisonment. You'll join a passionate, supportive team that believes in the power of community and volunteers to transform lives.
If you're someone who enjoys connecting people with meaningful opportunities and wants your work to have a lasting impact, we'd love to hear from you.
Pay:
£35,000.00-£38,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- Bereavement leave
- Flexitime
- Free parking
- On-site parking
Licence/Certification:
- Driver's Licence (required)
Work Location: In person
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