To deliver this role successfully, you'll need: an understanding and good practice of volunteer managementan understanding of good practice in community engagement and involvement, as well as broader participation and partnership workingpractical and successful experience of developing and implementing new products and approaches to volunteersexcellent organisational and planning skillsability to coach and support those managing, supervising and working alongside volunteers and community partnersstrong communication skillsSenior Volunteering & Community OfficerReporting to the Volunteering & Community Manager, you'll work as part of her team to strategically plan, implement, evolve, and support the portfolio in creating positive, flexible, and inclusive opportunities for engagement for both volunteers and underrepresented communities. You will be working across multiple sites and projects. Click here for more information about this locationYou'll be managing the development and delivery of this portfolio’s strategic plan for volunteering and communities alongside the property leadership team. Managing and embedding change whilst widening and deepening our relationships with existing and new audiences.You'll also increase the confidence and capability of others whilst creating a collective, flexible and inclusive environment for existing & future volunteers, communities and partners.The National Trust has the motto ‘For everyone, for ever’ at its heart. We’re working hard to create an inclusive culture, where everyone feels they belong. It’s important that our people reflect and represent the diversity of the communities and audiences we serve. We welcome and value difference, so when we say we’re for everyone, we want everyone to be welcome in our teams too.• Substantial pension scheme of up to 10% basic salary• Free entry to National Trust places for you, a guest and your children (under 18)• Rental deposit loan scheme• Season ticket loan• EV car lease scheme • Perks at work discounts such as gym memberships, shopping discount codes, cinema discounts• Holiday allowance up to 32 days relating to length of service, plus holiday purchase scheme, subject to meeting minimum criteria.• Flexible working whenever possible• Employee assistance programme• Free parking at most Trust places Click here to find out more about the benefits we offer to support you. Internal Applicants onlyOur colleagues work for the National Trust in many locations and sometimes don't have easy access to internal vacancy listings. Using the internet ensures we can reach as many of our colleagues as possible. We appreciate that this can be frustrating for external talent. Do note that some roles are released externally after an initial period of time.Closing Date: 3rd November 2024Interview Date: 8th November 2024To apply for this vacancy simply click the 'apply' button in the top right hand side of the page.If you need any help with your application, i.e. due to technical difficulties, please call us on 0370 240 0274 or email us at recruitmentenquiriesnationaltrust.org.ukIf you require an adjustment to the application process, for example due to disability or medical condition, please call us on 0370 240 0274 or email us at adjustmentsnationaltrustjobs.org.uk and we'll support you as best as we can. For examples of how, please see our supporting you page.Equal Opportunities Statement The National Trust celebrates diversity and is committed to creating a fair and equal society, free from discrimination. You can read more about our commitment to inclusion and diversity here. Safeguarding Statement The National Trust is committed to a safe recruitment processes to help the organisation attract and appoint the right staff/volunteer for the role and responsibilities as set out in the vacancy advert. We will not accept applicants who are not suitable to work with children, young people or adults at risk. If you have any questions around your suitability for this vacancy, please contact the people service centre. Please note we reserve the right to close this advert early and therefore we encourage you to apply for this position early. 156793IRC156793ShrewsburyPermanent f/t (37.5 hrs pw)Ends: Nov 3rd 187.6 mi from BelfastINTERNAL APPLICANTS ONLY PLEASEWe're looking for a Senior Volunteering & Community Officer to join the team at insert property. If you have experience in volunteer management then we'd like to hear from you.This role is required to work with vulnerable groups including children and any offer of employment or volunteering is subject to a satisfactory enhanced DBS check.Attingham Park, Atcham, Shrewsbury, SY4 4TPCompliance.Eligibility to Work in the UK28,000 pa