Volunteer Coordinator

Job summary

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Volunteer Coordinator - Inclusion Drug & Alcohol Recovery Service, Isle of Wight

Are you passionate about supporting people affected by drug and alcohol use?

We're looking for an enthusiastic and motivated Volunteer Coordinator to join our Drug and Alcohol Service on the Isle of Wight.In this rewarding role, you will:o Recruit, train, and support volunteers and peer mentorso Create supportive pathways that empower people to share their stories and contribute to service developmento Work closely with staff, partners, and community groups to build a strong and diverse volunteer network

We're seeking someone who is proactive, supportive, and passionate about making a real difference in people's lives. If you enjoy building relationships, empowering others, and creating community-led impact, we'd love to hear from you.

Main duties of the job

Main duties will include:

o Managing an effective Volunteer Scheme on the Isle of Wighto Ensuring volunteers receive appropriate trainingo Providing training to external agencies throughout the Isle of Wight on Inclusion Service Provision and Drugs and Alcohol Awarenesso The line management of volunteerso Day to day operational management of their team

About us

Inclusion, created in 2002 is part of the Specialist Services Care Group of Midlands Partnership University NHS Foundation Trust (MPFT). We provide caring and effective services across England, including, West Yorkshire, West Midlands, East Midlands, West Mercia, Thames Valley, Hampshire, Isle of Wight and Thurrock, Essex. We support individuals, families and communities who are affected by addiction, crime, mental health or need treatment for their sexual health.

We believe that the individuals and families who use our services should receive high quality, committed and inclusive care, realising all the benefits a modern NHS organisation can provide. We work with patients and our staff teams to achieve the best outcomes we can. We invest heavily in training and development, and the wellbeing of our people, both staff and service users is central to who we are.

Here at MPFT, we are proud of the comprehensive wellbeing and lifestyle support offer available, in addition to in-house training and coaching support. Our services are robustly governed, evidence-based, inclusive, and designed and provided in conjunction with service users. We are committed to providing the best service we can, and if you share our values, we want you on our team!

Details

• Date posted: 16 June 2026
• Pay scheme: Agenda for change
• Band: Band 6
• Salary: £39,959 to £48,117 a year per annum, pro rata
• Contract: Permanent
• Working pattern: Part-time
• Reference number: 301-IT-26-8074483
• Job locations: Inclusion Isle of Wight, Newport, PO30 1BJ, United Kingdom

Job responsibilities

Please refer to the attached Job Description and Person Specification for details.

Main duties will include:

• To ensure appropriate advertising and other publicity to promote both schemes and that all material produced is in accordance with Inclusion and Trust standards.
• To be responsible for the recruitment, training and supervision of volunteers
• To be responsible for the placement of volunteers within appropriate teams, undertaking stage-appropriate tasks and activities
• To design and lead the delivery of appropriate induction, including health and safety training, and Inclusion policy and procedures
• To establish and maintain a network of partner agencies to support and contribute to the scheme.
• To take the lead role in the design and delivery of a suitable skills and knowledge based training package (to include substance use and related issues) for volunteers and reps
• To provide regular supervision and support to Volunteers to ensure that care standards are maintained and that clients receive the most appropriate care.
• To undertake any management related processes with Volunteers, including supporting through periods of sickness, addressing any performance or conduct issues and liaising with workplace supervisors where the volunteers are placed.