Join our vibrant charity and help Alive light up the lives of older people.
If you’re someone who wants to make a real difference to the lives of older people, we want to hear from you.
Our Current Job Openings
Volunteer Coordinator Apply by: 15th July 2026
Volunteer Coordinator
Location: Remote with occasional travel across Bristol & surrounding areas
Contract: 12 month fixed term contract
Salary: £28,500 FTE
Hours: 15 hours per week (0.4 FTE)
Help us light up later life.
We’re looking for a warm, organised and proactive Volunteer Coordinator to join our team and help grow and support our incredible volunteer community.
Volunteers are at the heart of what we do. From supporting activity sessions and Meeting Centres to helping in our gardens and promoting our work in the community, they make a real difference every day. This role is an exciting opportunity to ensure volunteers feel welcomed, valued and supported while helping us expand our impact across the South West.
The Role
As Volunteer Coordinator, you will lead on volunteer recruitment, onboarding, coordination and communication across Alive’s services.
You’ll build strong relationships with volunteers, staff and community partners, ensuring volunteers have a positive experience and are equipped to make a meaningful contribution. You’ll also help develop systems, processes and communications that enable our volunteer programme to thrive.
Key responsibilities:
Recruit, interview and onboard new volunteers
Coordinate DBS checks, references and safer recruitment processes
Match volunteers with suitable opportunities across Alive’s services
Maintain regular communication with volunteers and staff
Coordinate volunteer rotas and support arrangements
Organise volunteer meetings, recognition activities and newsletters
Maintain accurate volunteer records and databases
Support volunteer training and ongoing development
Promote volunteering opportunities through community networks and online platforms
Ensure safeguarding concerns and volunteer issues are managed appropriately
We’re looking for someone who:
Has experience working with and supporting volunteers
Is highly organised and able to manage multiple priorities
Builds positive relationships with people from a wide range of backgrounds
Has excellent communication skills, both written and verbal
Is confident using Microsoft Office and online systems
Can work independently and as part of a small, supportive team
Shares our commitment to inclusion, dignity and person-centred practice
It would be great if you also have an interest in gardening, nature-based activities or creative community engagement; experience in health, social care or community services; knowledge of dementia, older people’s services or unpaid carers; and experience creating newsletters, social media content or promotional materials.
Why join Alive?
Be part of a passionate organisation making a genuine difference to people’s lives
Flexible and remote working arrangements
25 days annual leave (pro rata), plus bank holidays
Contributory pension scheme
Opportunities for training, learning and development
A supportive and values-driven team culture
How to Apply
Please read through the job description below. To apply, please submit your CV and a short supporting statement, no more than a side of A4, explaining why you’re interested in the role and how your experience meets the person specification to info@aliveactivities.org.
Download Job Description here.
We welcome applications from people of all backgrounds and are committed to creating an inclusive workplace. We particularly encourage applications from people with lived experience of dementia, caring responsibilities, disability or other underrepresented groups.
If you would like an informal chat about the role, please call 07861 385 543.
Closing Date: Wednesday 15th July 2026, 9:30am
Interview Date: Wednesday 22nd July July 2026
Enhanced DBS check required.
If you would like to volunteer for Alive, we have many exciting volunteer roles available here.
To find out more information about working for Alive, call the office on 07861 385 543 or email info@aliveactivities.org.