Volunteer Development Officer

Volunteer Centre; Leeds; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

A social care charity in Leeds is seeking a Volunteer Development Officer to lead the volunteer program by recruiting, training, and supporting volunteers. Ideal candidates should possess excellent communication and organisational skills to effectively manage volunteer engagement and training initiatives. The role requires a people-focused individual committed to making a difference in the community.

Qualifications

• Top-notch organisational skills and attention to detail.
• Confident, enthusiastic communicator — both written and verbal.

Responsibilities

• Recruiting volunteers from all walks of life.
• Managing onboarding including DBS checks and references.
• Creating engaging campaigns to attract new volunteers.
• Designing and delivering training that’s informative and inspiring.
• Checking in regularly with volunteers.

Skills

Confident communicator

Organisational skills

Job description

About Us

For over 145 years, Leeds Jewish Welfare Board (LJWB) has been a cornerstone of care and compassion in North Leeds. We’re one of the region’s most established social care charities, supporting over 1,000 people every month through a wide range of community and registered care services.

Volunteers are the heartbeat of our organisation — nearly 240 strong and growing! Whether it’s lending a listening ear, helping with events, or offering practical support, our volunteers make a real difference every day.

Role Summary

Are you a people person who thrives on human connection, live for a well-organised spreadsheet, and believe that volunteering can change the world? Do you love bringing out the best in others? Then we want YOU to be our next Volunteer Development Officer.

As our Volunteer Development Officer, you’ll be the driving force behind our volunteer programme — recruiting, training, and supporting a diverse team of volunteers who help us change lives.

Key responsibilities

• Recruiting volunteers from all walks of life to reflect our inclusive community
• Managing onboarding including DBS checks and references
• Creating engaging campaigns to attract new volunteers
• Designing and delivering training that’s informative and inspiring
• Checking in regularly with volunteers to ensure they feel supported and valued

Requirements

• A confident, enthusiastic communicator — both written and verbal
• Top-notch organisational skills and attention to detail- think smooth systems, tidy records, and zero chaos

How to Apply

C.V.’s are accepted however we advise you take a minute to have a look at the job specification link below so you can evidence the essential criteria for the role.

The closing date for applications is Tuesday 28 October 2025 at 12:00pm (midday)

The vacancy may close earlier once a suitable applicant is found.

If you are shortlisted you will be contacted directly, if you do not hear from us within 3 weeks of the closing date, it can be assumed that unfortunately, your application was unsuccessful on this occasion.

LJWB is committed to making any necessary reasonable adjustments to the job role and the working environment so that disabled people have access to job opportunities or current employees can continue to work should they develop a disabling condition.

All job applications are retained for 3 months and your data is used for recruitment purposes only. Please inform us if you would like your application destroyed before this time by contacting by Email: [e-mail] .

Please note we will only consider applications from candidates who are eligible to work in the UK and all appointments are subject to receipt of satisfactory references & DBS (Disclosure & Barring Service) check.