County Youth Lead

Sja's West; Cambridge; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking organization dedicated to empowering communities through first aid training and volunteer support. As the County Lead of Cambridgeshire, you will play a pivotal role in establishing a structured council to enhance volunteer efforts. This position is ideal for a passionate leader eager to inspire and guide volunteers while collaborating with various community practices. Your strategic oversight will ensure that volunteer initiatives align with community needs, fostering a culture of support and collaboration. Be part of a mission that aims to make every community first aid confident and help shape the future of youth volunteering in your area.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in leading and supporting volunteer initiatives.
• Ability to collaborate with diverse teams and communities.

Responsibilities

• Lead the establishment of a County St John Council for volunteer networks.
• Coordinate youth programs and student volunteering activities.

Skills

Leadership

Team Collaboration

Community Engagement

Education

Experience in Volunteer Management

Job description

Make a difference with St John Ambulance and become a lifesaver in your community. Gain new skills, support others, and be the hero your community needs!

Are you committed to delivering high quality care? Do you have experience working as part of a multidisciplinary team?

As a County Lead of Cambridgeshire, you will be part of the establishment of a County St John Council to oversee and guide volunteer Community Networks. This aims to create a structured and supportive framework that empowers volunteers to operate more effectively and efficiently. By providing strategic leadership, coordination, and oversight, the council ensures that volunteer efforts align with community needs and priorities while avoiding duplication of services.

St John has embarked on a journey to achieve the goal of ensuring that every community and young person across the country is first aid confident.

We are looking for a leader with a passion for local volunteering and helping communities to inspire and support volunteers on this journey across your county.

The post will also interact with relevant Communities of Practice to share learning, advice, and best practices.

Duties:

1. Collaborate with Communities of Practice to build effective youth leadership pathways and embed best practices in youth work.
2. Work collaboratively to develop plans that maintain and expand the youth and student volunteering offer.
3. Support a joined-up approach in delivering opportunities and training for children, young people, and student volunteers.
4. Promote collaboration and the sharing of best practices in youth work, youth programs, and student volunteering delivery.
5. Lead the coordination of youth programs and student volunteering activities.
6. Support the Commissioner and members of the County Council in your specialist area.

The closing date for this vacancy is the 28th April 2025.