Volunteer Organiser

IDAS (Independent Domestic Abuse Service); York and North Yorkshire; On-site; GBP 16,000 - 19,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive training and development

Competitive salary pro rata

26 days annual leave + bank holidays (

Contributory pension scheme

Employer-paid health cash plan

Access to national discount schemes

Job summary

IDAS (Independent Domestic Abuse Service) in York is seeking a dedicated individual to lead and expand our volunteer programme, including a peer mentoring scheme, and ensure services align with IDAS policies.

You will build relationships with stakeholders and funders, provide training and supervision for volunteers, monitor standards, and help develop an online peer mentoring system in a supportive and flexible workplace.

Qualifications

• Develop and manage IDAS’s volunteer programme, including a peer mentoring scheme.
• Ensure that services are provided in accordance with the policies and procedures of IDAS.
• Develop and maintain excellent working relationships with a range of stakeholders, agencies and funders.
• Ensure that all volunteers have access to consistent and regular training, supervision and support.
• Ensure that standards are continually monitored and evaluated with a view to achieving a level of excellence in the provision of volunteers and the peer mentoring service.
• Assist in the development and delivery of an online peer mentoring system.

Responsibilities

• Develop and manage IDAS’s volunteer programme, including a peer mentoring scheme.
• Ensure that services are provided in accordance with the policies and procedures of IDAS.
• Develop and maintain excellent working relationships with a range of stakeholders, agencies and funders.
• Ensure that all volunteers have access to consistent and regular training, supervision and support.
• Ensure that standards are continually monitored and evaluated with a view to achieving a level of excellence in the provision of volunteers and the peer mentoring service.
• Assist in the development and delivery of an online peer mentoring system.

Job description

AtIDAS (Independent Domestic Abuse Services), we are committed to supporting individuals and families impacted by domestic abuse and sexual violence. As the leading specialist charity in Yorkshire, we are looking for dedicated, compassionate, and courageous individuals to join our inclusive and inspiring team. Whether you're seeking a meaningful career or a new challenge, this is your opportunity to contribute to life-changing work in a supportive and flexible environment.

We are proud to be an equal opportunities employer and are committed to fostering a diverse, inclusive, and respectful workplace. We value the unique perspectives and experiences that individuals from all backgrounds bring, and we actively encourage applications from underrepresented groups. IDAS is committed to safeguarding children and vulnerable adults, and this role will adhere to safer recruitment procedures in accordance with our organisational policies.

About The Role

In this role, you will be required to:

• To develop and manage IDAS’s volunteer programme, including a peer mentoring scheme.
• To ensure that services are provided in accordance with the policies and procedures of IDAS.
• To develop and maintain excellent working relationships with a range of stakeholders, agencies and funders.
• To ensure that all volunteers have access to consistent and regular training, supervision and support.
• To ensure that standards are continually monitored and evaluated with a view to achieving a level of excellence in the provision of volunteers and the peer mentoring service.
• To assist in the development and delivery of an online peer mentoring system.

In Return, We Offer

• Comprehensive training and development opportunities
• Competitive salary: £17,405.50 per annum pro rata
• 26 days annual leave plus statutory bank holidays (pro-rata for part-time)
• Contributory pension scheme
• Employer-paid health cash plan
• Access to national discount schemes

Contract

Permanent

Location

York

Hours

18.5 per week

Closing date

09:00 AM on 08/09/2026

Interview date

TBC

If you have any queries regarding your application, please email: [e-mail]