The William Scott Abbott Trust at Sacrewell
Peterborough PE8 6HJ
Term: Part time – Permanent (may include weekends and bank holidays)
Salary: £24,000 per annum pro rata
Start date: August/September 2025
About Us
Sacrewell is a family farm attraction located just off the A1 and A47 near Peterborough that welcomes over 85,000 visitors each year. We’re proud to be part of The William Scott Abbott Trust, a charity with over 60 years of heritage in agricultural education. Our mission is to provide a safe, accessible, and inspiring space where people of all ages can connect with food, farming, and countryside life.
The Opportunity
We are looking for a proactive and personable Volunteer Co-ordinator to join our friendly team on a part-time basis. This is a rewarding and vital role, perfect for someone who is passionate about community engagement and enjoys working with people from all walks of life. You’ll play a key role in supporting the smooth running of our volunteer programme, ensuring that our team of dedicated volunteers and our corporate groups feel valued, supported, and well-organised.
Key Responsibilities
· Recruit, induct, and provide ongoing support to volunteers across all teams
· Organise and manage volunteer schedules and rotas
· Deliver training and guidance to ensure a safe, welcoming, and rewarding experience for all volunteers
· Serve as the primary point of contact for volunteer enquiries and wellbeing
· Cultivate a positive, inclusive volunteer culture that reflects our charitable values
· Collaborate with staff to identify and develop meaningful volunteer roles and opportunities
· Maintain accurate records of volunteer activity, roles, hours, and feedback
· Promote and coordinate corporate volunteering opportunities
· Actively participate in activities alongside corporate volunteer groups
· Ensure a positive, safe, and engaging experience for all corporate volunteers
· Encourage donations and ongoing support from corporate volunteer groups
· Assist with the delivery of events and wider community engagement initiatives
About You
We’re looking for someone who is:
· Organised, approachable, and a natural communicator, with the ability to build positive relationships across diverse volunteer and community groups
· Experienced in working with volunteers or community organisations, with a good understanding of how to support and motivate individuals and teams
· Confident in coordinating schedules, managing rotas, and handling administrative tasks with accuracy and attention to detail
· Skilled in delivering training and guidance, and comfortable acting as the first point of contact for queries and wellbeing support
· Proactive in identifying opportunities for volunteer involvement, including corporate volunteering and community engagement
· Able to work both independently and collaboratively with staff and external partners
· Passionate about heritage, education, and helping people connect meaningfully with the countryside
· Committed to creating an inclusive, safe, and enjoyable environment for all volunteers
· Flexible with working hours, with a willingness to support occasional weekend work and events
Why Join Sacrewell?
· Be part of a friendly, purpose-driven team
· Help make a difference in people’s lives through volunteering
· Work in a beautiful, rural setting full of character and history
· Play a key role in supporting a charitable mission
· Free on-site parking and staff discounts available
If you’re enthusiastic about volunteering, community, and the countryside, we’d love to hear from you.
Apply today and help us bring the countryside to life for thousands of visitors each year!
Additional Information
Successful candidates will be required to undergo a DBS check.
£24,000 is the full-time equivalent salary. The actual salary will be based on working 2 days per week.
To Apply:
Please send your CV and a covering letter outlining why you’re the perfect fit for this role to [email protected]
The closing date for applications is Monday 14th July but this role is actively being filled and may close earlier than anticipated if the right candidate is identified.
August/September start date.
Job Types: Part-time, Permanent
Pay: £24,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- Company pension
- Free parking
- On-site parking
Work Location: In person
Application deadline: 14/07/2025
