To sustain and continue the development of Inpatient Ward Volunteers with support from the Volunteer Services Manager and Staff Teams. To work with the Volunteer Services Manager and SLaM staff in the delivery of the Service. To recruit, engage, support and supervise Volunteers. To work towards establishing and embedding the Service in the Trust. To work across the Trust at the three Hospitals. Support with delivering the training programme which enables volunteers to support Inpatients. To design structured learning and development components to ensure volunteers are aware of the importance of boundaries in a mental health setting. To support with Service Users transition from wards to the community. To utilize volunteer management software (Assemble) to support in all parts of the job. To facilitate the volunteers inductions on the wards. To support ward staff with supervision of ward volunteers. To facilitate and support with review meetings and if needed ward rounds. To work closely with the volunteer manager and volunteer coordinators across the Trust to share good practice and support with the governance and administration of the Volunteer Service. To develop quality standards and guidance for staff included in the programme to support inpatient volunteers. To submit data regarding volunteer hours and demographics for quarterly reports to NHS England. To work with the Data, Impact and Evaluation Manager to look at the Impact Volunteers make in their roles. To submit reports and evaluate the project. Recruit, engage and support volunteer to have meaningful placements. Plan and run advertising campaigns to appeal to a diverse range of people to encourage them to apply and join the service. Manage with the support from the volunteer services manager the recruitment and selection of the volunteer and offering feedback to unsuccessful applicants. Support with recruitment events and activities in the local community to promote the project. Hold information sessions for prospective volunteers during holiday periods and Saturdays. Delivery Be the main point of contact and support for volunteer and relevant staff. Deliver regular co-produced induction training sessions for new volunteers. Plan and run training and other learning opportunities for volunteers to support them in their role. Liaise with the SLaM Recovery College and opportunities for volunteers accessing courses. Work with the Volunteer Services Manager to record all information about the project. Run monthly support group meetings for volunteers. Be aware of the ongoing management of the volunteer policies for the service including resolution of any issues that arise and seek support as appropriate. Escalate any issues in relation to volunteers that pose a reputational, health and safety or safeguarding risk to the Volunteer Services Manager. Create a positive and encouraging environment for SLaM volunteers. General Duties and Building Relationships Create effective relationships within the ward staff. Represent the interests of and provide inspirational leadership for the volunteers and play a part in supporting the patient experience across the Trust. Provide advice and support to staff. Maintain accurate records and adhere to the Trust Data Protection obligations. To take part in the Volunteer Service and Charity meetings. Participate in regular supervision, yearly appraisals, objective setting and monitoring. Maintain an up-to-date knowledge and awareness of best practise and current issues in the voluntary sector specifically within the context of the NHS and mental healthcare provision. Work closely with the Volunteer Services Manager to manage and maintain an effective service.