Volunteer Co-Ordinator

English Heritage; Kenilworth; On-site; GBP 23,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading heritage charity is seeking a Volunteer Co-Ordinator to support their team at Kenilworth Castle. This role involves recruiting and managing volunteers while ensuring effective communication and engagement with diverse audiences. The position offers flexible hours and a variety of benefits, including holiday and pension contributions. Join a dedicated team committed to preserving and sharing England's rich heritage.

Benefits

25 days' holiday plus bank holidays

Matched pension contributions up to 10%

Flexible hours

Career progression opportunities

Free access to all English Heritage sites

25% discount in shops and cafes

Enhanced maternity, paternity, or shared parental leave

Options to buy additional leave

Qualifications

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills required.
• Confidence in engaging with diverse audiences.
• Strong networking and facilitation skills.

Responsibilities

• Support the Site Manager to identify volunteering opportunities.
• Recruit and engage volunteers.
• Assist site teams in managing volunteers effectively.

Skills

Communication

Interpersonal Skills

Networking

Organisational Skills

Tools

Word

Excel

PowerPoint

Job description

Title: Volunteer Co-Ordinator

Location:

Kenilworth Castle, Kenilworth, Warwickshire, CV8 1NE

Salary:

£23,600 pro rata / 36 hours per week (February - October), 21 hours per week (November - January) / Permanent

Job Type:

Permanent

Ref:

16012

Introduction:

Heritage is for everybody, and we are here for heritage. Heritage lives in places and people, memories and stories, artefacts and traditions. It connects us to the past and to each other, making us happier, strengthening communities, and shaping society for the better. We believe everyone should enjoy its benefits.

About Us:

As a charity, we care for over a million objects and hundreds of historic sites across England, from icons to local treasures. We open these sites to share their stories and find new ways for everyone to enjoy, learn, and create.

Role Overview:

We are seeking a Volunteer Co-Ordinator to support our team. Your hours will vary seasonally, with pay adjusted to ensure consistent annual income. More details can be discussed during the interview.

Benefits:

• Salary from £23,600, depending on skills, experience, and location
• 25 days' holiday plus bank holidays, pro rata, rising to 28 days after 3 years
• Matched pension contributions up to 10%
• Flexible hours
• Career progression opportunities within the heritage sector
• Subscriptions to professional bodies
• Free access to all English Heritage sites for you and up to six friends and family
• 25% discount in shops and cafes
• Enhanced maternity, paternity, or shared parental leave
• Options to buy additional leave
• Inclusive working environment supporting all backgrounds and needs
• Opportunities to attend live music and history events

Responsibilities:

Supporting the Site Manager to identify volunteering opportunities, recruit and engage volunteers, and assist site teams in managing volunteers effectively.

Requirements:

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to implement a communication plan
• Confidence in engaging with diverse audiences
• Strong networking and facilitation skills
• Proficiency in Word, Excel, and PowerPoint
• Excellent organisational skills and ability to prioritise workload

Interview Date:

04/06/25 at Kenilworth Castle

Contact:

Rachel Austin, Kenilworth Cluster Manager, at [e-mail]. Please note, no agencies.

Learn More:

About us: https://www.english-heritage.org.uk/about/

Meet our team: https://www.english-heritage.org.uk/about/our-people/careers-with-us/

Inclusivity and Wellbeing:

We are committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion, supporting mental health, and providing a safe and supportive work environment. We encourage applications from all backgrounds and abilities.