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YMCA Black Country Group is seeking an enthusiastic and organised Volunteer Coordinator to lead and develop our volunteer programme across the organisation. In this rewarding role, you will recruit, train and support volunteers, ensuring they have a positive and meaningful experience while helping to deliver services that make a real difference in local communities. Working closely with colleagues and external partners, you will develop new volunteering opportunities, coordinate recruitment campaigns, oversee inductions and training, and ensure policies, procedures and safeguarding standards are consistently met. You will also celebrate and recognise the valuable contribution of our volunteers, build strong partnerships across the voluntary sector, and help shape a thriving volunteer network that supports YMCA Black Country Group's vision and values. This is an exciting opportunity for someone with excellent organisational and people skills who is passionate about inspiring others and creating opportunities for people to give back to their communities.
Please find attached Job Description for further details.
Apart from the opportunity to work for a company that is passionate about giving back to the community, the successful applicant will also receive:
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24/7 Confidential Employee Assistance Programme (EAP)
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Wellbeing Support
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Access to our IMHR Plus online portal, offering discounts at major brands and retailers
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25 Days annual leave, plus 8 bank holidays, and an increase based on length of service
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SimplyHealth cash plan e.g. dental care, physiotherapy, diagnostic consultation, tests, scans and more
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Staff discount for: childcare at our YMCA nurseries, YGym membership, and Coffee at the Clock purchases
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Life Assurance scheme
Equality, Diversity and Inclusion Statement
We are an equal opportunity employer committed to a diverse and inclusive workforce. Therefore, we encourage and support the recruitment, retention and career development of people from as wide a range as possible of ethnic, cultural and social backgrounds.
YMCA BCG is a trauma-informed organisation; we recognise and understand the widespread impact of trauma on individuals to shape policies, practices, and culture. We are sensitive and responsive to the needs of those who have endured trauma to prevent its recurrence among clients and staff.
The successful applicant must complete a DBS check before taking up the role.
We reserve the right to close this vacancy before this date should we receive sufficient applicants.
