Befriending Coordinator

**Befriending Coordinator**

**Part Time**

Age UK Leicester Shire and Rutland is looking for a Co-ordinator to oversee its volunteer befriending service that provides support for isolated older people in Leicester & Leicestershire. This is a well-established service that offers invaluable support that makes a difference to the everyday lives of isolated older people.

You will be responsible for the coordination of the befriending element of the Moving Forward with Confidence Project and liaise with the Information and Advice service and other departments within the Charity.

You will be required to undertake initial assessment visits ensuring the needs, strengths and preferences of the clients are taken into consideration when matching them with volunteers. You will be responsible for the recruitment and development of volunteers ensuring the best possible service is implemented.

This is a fantastic opportunity to help make a difference to individuals who require the service, you will be adding value not only to the service but most importantly to the clients.

Key Skills:
Excellent communication skills both written & verbal.

Excellent interpersonal skills.

Ability to build & maintain strong relationships.

Excellent organisational skills.

Ability to multitask and work to deadlines.

Team Management or previous leadership skills are preferred but not essential.

Excellent IT skills

Ability to work with mínimal supervision.

Ability to work effectively in a team/group setting.

Thorough attention to detail

Empathy & situational awareness

Knowledge of safeguarding issues

Enhanced DBS applies.

**Full clean driving licence with business insurance is essential**

**Job Type**: Part-time
Part-time hours: 30 per week

**Salary**: £22,619.63 per year

**Benefits**:

- Company pension
- Private dental insurance
- Private medical insurance
- Sick pay

Schedule:

- 8 hour shift

Work Location: Hybrid remote in Leicester

Application deadline: 28/02/2023
Reference ID: TY 13223
Expected start date: 27/02/2023