We are looking for an efficient and effective administrator with excellent organisational and people skills to support the work of our Volunteering team.

Bolton Hospice provides free, expert care to local people facing terminal and life-limiting illnesses, and their families, in the hospice itself and in patients own homes.

We rely upon the support of over 700 incredible volunteers who assist in many areas of the organisation, including our charity shops, reception, gardens, inpatient unit, wellbeing hub, offices, at fundraising events and more.

If you’re an experienced administrator, love working with people, and want to put your skills and experience to good use at a much-loved local charity - we’d love to hear from you.

 

Salary £20,878 - £21,958 pa, pro rata

16-24 hours a week (to suit candidate’s preference), worked over 4 or 5 days

 

The Role:

As Volunteering Administrator, you will provide efficient and effective administration support in relation to our team of 700+ volunteers.

You’ll be responsible for organising rotas of hospice-based volunteers and act as the first point of contact for all volunteer related enquiries from within and outside the organisation.

You’ll also be involved in the recruitment and selection of new volunteers and help to arrange training to ensure all volunteers have the necessary skills to perform their roles safely and effectively.

The role also involves supporting the Volunteering Development Manager with volunteer communications and ensuring that volunteers’ contribution to the charity is recognised and celebrated, ultimately helping to make Bolton Hospice a great place to volunteer.

 

What you need:

First and foremost, you’ll need to show us that you have a strong commitment to Bolton Hospice’s vision and values and are passionate about the amazing contribution that volunteers make to our organisation.

You’ll need to have previous experience in administration, including using MS office packages / databases, and be highly organised with time management and prioritization skills.

The successful candidate will be someone who loves working with a diverse range of people, with excellent interpersonal and communication skills that enable them to build effective working relationships.

You’ll also need to approachable, sensitive and discreet in your interactions with volunteers, with a flexible approach to your work.

 

Why Bolton Hospice?

We offer our employees an attractive benefits package, including 35 days annual leave including bank holidays, rising to 40 days with long service (pro rata for part time), generous enhanced maternity package, contributory pension scheme, life assurance, free parking, healthcare cash plan, Blue Light Discount Card, discounted meals and excellent training opportunities. We also offer continuity of service from the NHS with respect to pension and holiday allowance.

 

Closing Date for Applications:   Wednesday, 31st January 2024

Interview date to be confirmed

 

To apply please download the job description and an application form & email applications to recruitment@boltonhospice.org

 

Bolton Hospice welcomes applications from all sections of the community, regardless of age, disability, sex, race, religion or belief, marital status or sexual orientation. Any appointment will be made on merit alone. Any offer of employment will be subject to a satisfactory DBS check. Bolton Hospice has a No Smoking Policy.