Vacancies
Heritage and Events Volunteer Coordinator
LOCATION: St Mary Magdalene, Newark on Trent
ACCOUNTABLE TO: PCC of St Mary Magdalene with St Leonard, Newark on Trent
DURATION: 0.6 FTE, Fixed Term post until 15th June 2027– extension subject to further funding
SALARY: £32,000 FTE pro rata (£19,200 p.a)
PURPOSE OF THE ROLE
The purpose of this role is to:
● Deliver the heritage skills strand of the Activity Plan which was developed in consultation with local schools, Newark College and the University of Nottingham.
● Work with the Evaluation Consultant during the project to evaluate the placements.
● Recruit and train a volunteer corps to deliver the Activity Plan, including events and sustain a heritage and events offer after The National Lottery Heritage Fund grant expires, to ensure the financial sustainability of the church.
The role will be line-managed by the Heritage Interpretation & Visitor Experience Manager. Both roles are part-funded by The National Lottery Heritage Fund.
Key Responsibilities
● To work with local partners, including the University of Nottingham, Newark College and the Magnus Academy to develop and deliver work experience opportunities
● Attend careers events and encourage involvement of students at staff from local schools and colleges
● Refine volunteer roles
● Recruit, induct, and manage volunteers to support the delivery of the Activity Plan
● Organise the delivery of volunteer training to support delivery of the Activity Plan
● Rota volunteers to support the delivery of the Activity Plan
● Develop regular communications with volunteers
● To evaluate the success of the heritage skills and volunteer strands of the Activity Plan working with the external Evaluation Consultant
● Record volunteer contributions to the project and provide input into quarterly reports for The National Lottery Heritage Fund
● Co-ordinate volunteers for events to support the delivery of the Activity Plan.
● Duty manage events
● Manage deadlines and communicate these with line manager
● Plan and prioritise workload to ensure targets are met
● Undertake such other duties as required
Applications
Please submit an up-to-date CV and covering letter outlining your relevant experience and detailing how you meet the Criteria. Applications are to be submitted to Anna Herbert by e-mail via anna.herbert@stmnewark.org.
Closing Date: Midnight, Friday 24th July 2026.
Interviews: In person at St Mary Magdalene, Newark on Trent, Wednesday 5th August 2026.
Start Date: It is anticipated that the successful applicant will commence the role as soon as possible.