Volunteer Night Sitter Coordinator

Action Together; Rochdale; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Action Together is seeking a committed Night Sitter and Volunteer Coordinator to support recruitment and management of Community Night Sitters and volunteers. The role focuses on scheduling, coordinating shifts, and nurturing relationships within a dedicated team to ensure quality care. Applicants should possess strong communication and organisational skills, and be able to create a positive work environment while interacting effectively at all levels.

Qualifications

• Strong communication skills and reliability are essential.
• Approachable and confident when dealing with people.
• Ability to motivate others.

Responsibilities

• Support recruitment, onboarding, training, and management of Night Sitters and volunteers.
• Schedule and coordinate shifts to ensure care coverage.
• Maintain relationships with external providers and with patients' families.

Skills

Communication

Organisational skills

Proactive approach

Job description

We are looking for a committed and well-organised Night Sitter and Volunteer Coordinator who excels in supporting and engaging with the workforce. Strong communication skills, reliability, and a proactive approach are essential. This role is perfect for someone who thrives in creating a positive environment, ensuring smooth coordination, and maintaining strong connections within a dedicated team.

This role involves supporting the recruitment, onboarding, training, and day-to-day management of Community Night Sitters and volunteers, with guidance from the Community or Deputy Service Manager. The position focuses on scheduling and coordinating shifts to ensure adequate care coverage, responding to last-minute changes, and maintaining safe staffing levels.

The ideal candidate will have excellent communication and organisational skills, an approachable and confident manner when dealing with people at all levels and the ability to motivate others.

The ideal candidate will both support and enhance the existing service while contributing to the growth of the team. You will nurture and strengthen relationships with external providers, as well as maintain positive and compassionate connections with patients and their families who may require support.

Key information

• Employer: Springhill Hospice
• Locations: Rochdale
• Role Type: Permanent
• Salary: Salary based on full time (37.5 hrs) pro rota to 30 hours
• Closing Date: Friday 13th June 2025 at 12:00pm
• Closing Time: 5pm
• Anticipated Interview Date: Wednesday, July 2, 2025 - 13:00
• Contact Information: 01706 649920
• Flexible Working Options: Part time
• Would You Consider A Job Share For The Role?: Yes