If you’re passionate about people, love building connections, and want a role where you can genuinely make a difference, this could be the perfect opportunity.
About the Role
We’re launching an exciting new three‑year project to improve wellbeing across Nettlesworth, Kimblesworth, Plawsworth, Sacriston and surrounding areas. As our Wellbeing Coordinator, you’ll be at the heart of this work—supporting volunteers, creating new groups, and helping local residents feel more connected, confident and supported.
This is a hands‑on role for someone who enjoys being part of the community, working with volunteers, and bringing new ideas to life.
What You’ll Do
- Recruit, train and support our volunteer Wellbeing Champions
- Set up and run our brand‑new Wellbeing Café
- Develop new wellbeing groups and activities for local people
- Build partnerships with organisations who can offer advice, support and sessions at the Centre
- Promote groups, services and training opportunities
- Create volunteering policies, induction materials and simple publicity
- Support partner agencies to deliver new groups
- Collect feedback, stories and data to help us monitor the project
- Work closely with the Centre Manager, trustees and volunteers
What We’re Looking For
You’ll thrive in this role if you’re:
- Approachable, friendly and community‑minded
- Confident working with volunteers and local residents
- Organised, proactive and able to run activities independently
- Comfortable working flexibly, including occasional evenings or weekends
- Skilled at building relationships and communicating clearly
- Experienced in delivering groups, training or community activities
- Able to use IT confidently and create simple publicity materials
- Knowledgeable about safeguarding and the challenges local people may face
Desirable (but not essential):
- Experience using Canva, Publisher or similar
- Mental Health First Aid, Food Safety Level 2 or First Aid certificate
- Understanding of consultation or evaluation methods
- Knowledge of the Rainbow Model
Why You’ll Love Working With Us
- You’ll make a real, visible difference to people’s lives
- You’ll help shape a brand‑new wellbeing project from the ground up
- You’ll join a warm, welcoming, volunteer‑led organisation
- You’ll enjoy flexible part‑time hours
- You’ll be part of a community that values kindness, connection and support
How to Apply
Please send:
- Your CV
- A one‑page supporting statement explaining why you’re interested and how you meet the criteria
To: [email protected]
Closing date: Sunday 12 July 2026 at 11 pm
Interviews: Week beginning 20 July 2026
Enhanced DBS required
Right to work in the UK essential
Pay: £15.00 per hour
Benefits:
Work Location: In person
