Job Description

Overview

Star Throwers Cancer Support Charity is seeking a dynamic and compassionate part-time Volunteer Co-ordinator to join our team on an 18-month fixed term contract, with the possibility of extension based on performance and organisational needs. This is an exciting opportunity to play a pivotal role in the growth and impact of our charity by embracing and expanding our valued volunteer community.

Key Responsibilities

Work collaboratively with long-standing volunteers to ensure they feel valued, supported, and recognised for their ongoing contributions.

Engage with the local community to recruit new volunteers, focusing on individuals with clinical, therapeutic, retail, fundraising, and marketing expertise.

Support the integration of volunteers into various service areas, including retail, therapies, centre operations, and fundraising initiatives.

Introduce and support volunteers delivering specialist services such as lymphoedema assessment, Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), and wellbeing activities.

Develop and implement a volunteer strategy and action plan aligned with Star Throwers' five-year Strategic Plan.

Identify skills gaps and recruitment needs to ensure effective delivery of current and new services.

Coordinate, deliver, and monitor relevant training programmes for all volunteers, including customer service training.

Regularly evaluate the impact of volunteer involvement and the Volunteer Co-ordinator role itself.

Person Specification

Experience: Previous experience in volunteer co-ordination, community engagement, or a related field is desirable.

Communication: Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to engage and motivate people from diverse backgrounds.

Organisation: Strong organisational and planning abilities.

Initiative: Proactive, with the ability to identify opportunities for improvement and implement solutions.

Teamwork: Collaborative approach and commitment to working as part of a wider team.

Empathy: Understanding of the challenges faced by those affected by cancer and a genuine desire to make a positive difference.

Terms of Employment

Part-time position 24 hours

18-month fixed term contract, with possibility of extension dependent on impact and funding.

Salary: 28,000 pro rata

How to Apply

Please send your CV and a covering letter outlining your suitability for the role to the CEO sam@starthrowers.org.uk by Friday 10th October 2025.

Join us in shaping the future of Star Throwers and helping us make a lasting impact on the lives of those affected by cancer.

Job Types: Part-time, Fixed term contract
Contract length: 18 months

Pay: 28,000.00 per year

Expected hours: 24 per week

Work Location: In person