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Volunteer Coordinator - Homelands Trust-Fife
Created: 08/01/2026
News/Events Category: Job VacanciesTitle: Volunteer CoordinatorOrganisation: Homelands Trust-FifeContract: 1 year fixed contract with potential extension for a further yearHours: 11.5 hours per week (flexible but to include times when the cafe is in operation)Salary: £13.45 per hourLocation: Paxton Centre, Lundin Links
Homelands Trust-Fife is an award-winning charity providing inclusive holiday lodges and a welcoming community hub at the Paxton Centre. Thanks to previous grant funding, they have built a vibrant programme of community activities including craft and art sessions, gardening groups and a much-loved community caf. As a result, their volunteer numbers have grown. Volunteers play a vital role across the cafe, gardening and community activities. To build on this success and sustain momentum, they are creating a new Volunteer Coordinator role.The role
The Volunteer Coordinator will be responsible for supporting, developing and growing their volunteer team. This role exists to ensure volunteers feel valued, well-trained and supported, and that their experience at Homelands is positive and rewarding. Working closely with the small staff team, the postholder will improve volunteer induction, training and communication, and help create meaningful volunteer roles that benefit individuals, Homelands' guests and the wider community.
Key Responsibilities
- Recruit, induct and support volunteers across the Paxton Centre, community activities and Homelands gardens
- Develop clear volunteer roles, rotas and responsibilities, particularly for the community cafe
- Introduce and manage a flexible cafe rota, allowing volunteers time off and improving sustainability
- Provide ongoing support, supervision and recognition for volunteers
- Improve communication with volunteers, ensuring they feel informed, confident and appreciated
- Coordinate training opportunities and ensure volunteers receive a high-quality induction
- Support the growth of volunteer-led activities and increased opening hours of the community cafe
- Keep accurate volunteer records and support monitoring and reporting for the funded project
- Work collaboratively with staff and volunteers to create a welcoming, inclusive environment
Benefits
- Paid holidays
- Work-based pension
How to apply
Full information can be found on their website: Volunteer Coordinator Post – job opportunity – Homelands Trust-Fife
Application forms should be submitted to [email protected] - they will not accept CVs.
If you need additional support to apply or take part in the recruitment process, please contact their General Manager Helen Lawrenson on [email protected]
Interviews will take place on Wednesday 04 February at the Paxton Centre, 14a Links Road, Lundin Links.
The closing date for applications is 5.00pm on Friday 23 January 2026.
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