Volunteer Coordinator & Training Officer

Would you like to help make a genuine difference in someone’s life? Join LCIL and be part of a team that is changing lives and empowering people every day.We are currently recruiting a part-time Volunteer Coordinator & Training Officer to join our dedicated and supportive team. If you are passionate about people, community development, and creating meaningful opportunities for volunteers, this is an exciting opportunity to play a key role in shaping and delivering impactful services.At LCIL, we are a user-led organisation committed to supporting Disabled People to live independently in the community of their choice. Everything we do is grounded in inclusion, respect, and collaboration - placing people at the heart of our services.This is a rewarding opportunity to lead the development of an inclusive and empowering volunteer programme as part of our Pathways to Wellbeing and Inclusion Service.You will play a central role in recruiting, supporting, and developing volunteers, ensuring they feel valued, confident, and equipped to contribute meaningfully.Alongside this, you will contribute to the delivery of community hubs across Edinburgh and the Lothians, working collaboratively with colleagues and service users to co-design and deliver accessible and impactful workshops and services.We are looking for candidates who can demonstrate:Experience of working with and supporting volunteers, including recruitment and engagementConfidence in delivering training or facilitating group sessionsYou will be confident working one-to-one and in group settings with a diverse range of people, including volunteers, Disabled people, individuals with long-term health conditions, and unpaid carers.Following initial training in our Edinburgh office, you will work flexibly across office, outreach settings and community hubs.Why Join LCIL?We offer a supportive and flexible working environment, including:Flexible and hybrid working patterns25 days annual leave + 10 public holidays (prorated for 0.8 FTE)Generous employer pension contributionOpportunities for personal and professional developmentWe want you to feel confident and prepared. That is why all shortlisted candidates will receive interview questions in advance.We value thoughtful, considered responses and are keen to hear about the full range of skills and experience you can bring. This is your chance to show us what matters and how you can make an impact.