Hours: 37.5 hours / week (full-time) - 12 months maternity cover
Salary: £29,103.00 - £31,409.00
Holiday: 35 days per annum (including public holidays)
Sponsorship: Not applicable for this vacancy
Closing date: 9 August 2026
Interview date: 20 August 2026
Induction date: 21 September 2026
Are you a people-focused individual with a passion for making a difference? We’re looking for a motivated and enthusiastic Voluntary Services Co-ordinator to support the recruitment and engagement of volunteers within Highland Hospice
A DAY IN THE LIFE OF A VOLUNTARY SERVICES CO-ORDINATOR
What you'll be doing...
Reporting to the Voluntary Services Manager you can expect your working day to include the following:
- Engaging with local communities to attract and recruit fantastic volunteers
- Working closely with line managers to understand and meet volunteer needs
- Attending events and delivering talks to promote volunteering opportunities
- Managing applications and supporting new volunteers through onboarding
- Helping to support a network of over 900 volunteers as part of a welcoming Voluntary Services team
WHAT WE NEED FROM YOU
At Highland Hospice we believe our people are our biggest assets and understand the value in putting them first. Our approach to diversity in the workplace, health & wellbeing, innovation, and individuality is one of the reasons we are a first-choice health employer in the Highlands! We are passionate about our services and always on the lookout for new talent to join us on our journey...
We hire mostly on personality & potential but here are a few of our requirements...
To succeed as a Voluntary Services Co-ordinator, you should possess the following qualities and skills:
- A confident communicator who enjoys connecting with people
- A supportive team player who takes pride in their work
- Strong administrative skills, including experience with Microsoft Office
- The ability to thrive in a busy, purpose-driven environment
WHAT WE OFFER
You will have access to a benefits package we believe truly works for our people and enhances our overall culture...
- Access to The Blue light discount scheme giving access to fifteen thousand discounts across well-known retailers and local businesses across a large span of categories.
- Free access to our employee assistance program that provides you with counselling services, financial advice, mental health support and more to help overcome any personal or workplace challenges.
- Generous holiday entitlement with a buy more or sell some option.
- Flexible working arrangements
- Pension with additional matching employer contributions and Death in Service Benefit
- Continuation of SPPA pension contributions and annual leave reckonable service for employees coming to the Hospice within 12 months of leaving the NHS
- Discounted meals in our cafe prepared freshly every morning.
- Free access to Inverness Tennis Court Gym Facilities
Plus, access to many more schemes and enhanced benefits.
Make a meaningful difference every day—apply now and help us grow our volunteer community!
EQUAL OPPORTUNITIES
Highland Hospice is an equal opportunity employer. We believe in hiring a diverse workforce and sustaining an inclusive, people-first culture. We accept and celebrate our team for who they are and welcome people of all races, disabilities, sex, gender identities and reassignment, sexual orientation, ages, pregnancy and maternity, religion or belief and marriage and civil partnerships. We keep our recruitment process simple and consider applicants on their abilities alone to ensure a fair interview process. If at any point throughout our process you require reasonable adjustments, please contact [email protected]
This post is subject to a Disclosure/PVG check.
Informal enquiries can be made to Maria Cuthbert, Voluntary Services Manager at [email protected] or 01463 243132
