Coordinator for Community Building and Volunteering

University of Wolverhampton; Walsall; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 29,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading academic institution is seeking a Coordinator for Community Building and Volunteering. This role involves leading the planning and delivery of volunteering activities, co-creating community events, and developing pathways that support student wellbeing alongside their academic and career aspirations. The position offers a competitive salary and great benefits, including flexible working arrangements and health support services.

Benefits

Competitive salaries

Pension scheme with employer contributions

Gym membership discounts

Free flu vaccinations

Training and development opportunities

Qualifications

• Experience in community building and volunteering.
• Ability to co-create inclusive events.
• Strong planning and organizational skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead the planning and delivery of the volunteering program.
• Co-create community expressions of faith and culture.
• Develop pathways to enhance student wellbeing.

Skills

Community engagement

Event planning

Cultural awareness

Volunteer management

Job description

Overview

Coordinator for Community Building and Volunteering

Location: Wolverhampton Campus, Walsall Campus

Faculty / Department: Directorate of Students and Education

Contract Type: Permanent

Salary: £26,707 to £28,778 pa

Closing Date: 14 / 12 / 2025

Job Reference: 14624

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Volunteering, religious and cultural events, and community building are at the heart of the University of Wolverhampton’s Multifaith Chaplaincy team. We are delighted to be recruiting a Coordinator for Community Building and Volunteering to lead the planning, promotion, delivery, and appraisal of our diverse programme. In particular you will develop volunteering pathways that enhance wellbeing and complement students’ academic and career aspirations.

Responsibilities

• Lead the planning, promotion, delivery and appraisal of the Multifaith Chaplaincy volunteering and community-building programme.
• Co-create inclusive and creative expressions of faith, belief, belonging and culture to benefit the whole community.
• Develop volunteering pathways that enhance wellbeing and complement students’ academic and career aspirations.

Benefits

Your Benefits:

• Competitive salaries
• Standard Life Pension scheme – with employer contribution of up to 12% to the University's defined contribution scheme.
• Long Service Recognition - £200 gift voucher, certificate, and afternoon tea with Vice Chancellor for 25 & 40 years of service.
• Free Will Writing Service - Complimentary will drafting for employees and their partners.
• IT & Mobile Discounts - EE Perk (20% off for family & friends) & software discounts.

Supporting Your Health & Wellbeing

• Wellbeing and Mental Health Support - 24 / 7 access to EAP service, free counselling sessions, wellbeing support resources and Occupational Health Service.
• Gym memberships discounts – at our Walsall Campus and discounts at WV Active sites in Wolverhampton.
• Eyecare Support - Free eVoucher for eye tests and glasses contribution.
• Flu Vouchers - Free flu vaccinations for staff.
• Paycare Health Benefit Plan - Covers optical, dental, physiotherapy, and personal accident insurance.
• Chaplaincy & Prayer Rooms – Access to multi-faith chaplaincy services.

Valuing You

• Generous Annual Leave (see table below)
• Flexible & Agile Working - Flexible and Hybrid working arrangements.
• Free On-site Parking - available across campuses
• Cycle Benefits Scheme - Save up to 42% on a bike & accessories via salary sacrifice.
• Employee Discounts - Savings on groceries, fashion, and entertainment.
• Travel Discounts - Up to 10% off holidays through Sodexo Circles.

Training and Development

• Staff Network and Inclusion - Access to support networks and events with our LGBTQ+, Global Majority, Disability, and Women's networks.
• Library Access - Staff have access to books and resources at our onsite libraries.
• Staff Scholarship Scheme - Funding for part-time higher education, up to PhD level
• Leadership and Management Development - Access to training opportunities to support you with advancing in your career.

The University of Opportunity for Students and Staff

As part of our commitment to ensure the diversity of our staff body reflects those of the student and local communities we serve, we particularly welcome applications from candidates of Black, Asian, or Ethnic Minority heritage, and candidates who are Disabled (including people who may not define themselves as disabled, but nevertheless encounter challenges)