Community Welfare & Care Coordinator

United Synagogue; Bushey; On-site; GBP 9,400 - 17,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

20 days annual leave

Bank holidays (pro rata)

Auto-enrolment pension

Supportive working environment

Job summary

Bushey United Synagogue is seeking a Welfare Coordinator to support members and strengthen wellbeing within our vibrant Jewish community. Working with the Rabbinic Team, volunteers and partners, you will identify welfare needs, coordinate support, and develop initiatives that make a real difference.

This part-time role requires excellent communication, organisation and IT skills, plus sensitivity to diverse backgrounds.

Qualifications

• Experience with volunteers or welfare programs.
• Excellent communication and listening skills.
• Ability to handle confidential information.
• Organised and able to work independently.
• Understanding of Jewish community life is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Acting as the first point of contact for welfare and community care enquiries.
• Providing information, guidance and signposting to services.
• Recruiting, training and supporting a team of volunteers.
• Developing and coordinating community care projects and programmes.
• Building relationships with community groups and external agencies.
• Maintaining records and reporting on activities.
• Promoting the Community Care service and engaging the community.

Skills

Volunteer management

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Organisation

IT skills

Job description

Bushey United Synagogue is seeking a Welfare Coordinator to support members and strengthen wellbeing within our vibrant Jewish community. Working with the Rabbinic Team, volunteers and partners, you will identify welfare needs, coordinate support, and develop initiatives that make a real difference.

This part-time role requires excellent communication, organisation and IT skills, plus sensitivity to diverse backgrounds.