Volunteering Supervisor

Team: Centre Location :Ashbourne, Derby with regular travel across the region Work pattern: 24 hours per week to include occasional weekends and evenings once or twice a month Salary: Up to £19,511.96 per year Contract: Permanent This role requires an enhanced DBS check (including the Children's Barred List). We are the UK’s largest cat welfare charity. All over the country, our passionate employees, volunteers and supporters are using their kindness and expertise to make life better for millions of cats and the people who care for them. Will you join us and make life better for cats? Responsibilities of our Community Operations Volunteer Team Leader: promote and co-ordinate volunteering for the centre and within the local community develop contacts internally and externally e.g., with volunteers, employees, and the wider Volunteering Department recruit, train, schedule and support a team of diverse volunteers to enhance the smooth running of the centre and make a positive impact within the community About the Centre team: Our centres care for thousands of cats each year until they are able to find a loving new home. Our team is made up of a Centre Manager, Deputy Centre Managers, Community Operations Volunteer Team Leader, Receptionists and Rehoming and Welfare Assistants as well as our fantastic volunteers What we’re looking for in our Community Operations Volunteer Team Leader: a valid UK driving license is essential as travel in the region is required proven team leader/supervisory experience a self-starter with good organisational skills and ability to take own initiative experience of initiating and planning projects dedicated people person with the ability to communicate with a variety of stakeholders internally and externally understanding of volunteerism is a must! What we can offer you in a role where you make a difference to cats’ lives every day: Health and wellbeing benefits to help you stay well at work Ongoing learning and development to help you build your skills and grow your career 26 days’ annual leave, increasing with service A competitive contributory pension scheme and life assurance for peace of mind Practical financial support, including access to Salary Finance Everyday support such as eye care vouchers and confidential advice services Enhanced sick pay and family-friendly policies to support you when it matters most Access to discounted pet insurance to help care for your pet’s health Find out more about our reward package: Interested? Here’s how to apply: Application closing date:  11 October 2026 Interview date:  28 October 2026 If successful, your recruitment journey will include: anonymised application form in-person interview at the centre Please note, the process may change slightly dependent on application numbers. We will inform you of any relevant changes. Please email us if you require any adjustments to be made for you to complete your application or to participate in the recruitment journey.