HAVEN HOUSE FOUNDATION
Volunteer Admin Assistant
Volunteer Admin Assistant at HAVEN HOUSE FOUNDATION, based in Chingford, London, paying £26,936 per annum. This is a permanent role with hybrid working.
- Pay
- £26,936 per annum
- Hours and contract
- Permanent · Hybrid · Weekend work
- Location
- Chingford, London
- Closing date
- Sector
- Administrator
- DBS check
8% below the typical rate for administrator
Reference b7fbfc4b-8989-4a90-9a2b-6088ebd50630
About the role
Salary: Band 2 – £26,936
Location: Based on site with the potential for hybrid working
Hours: Monday to Friday, 9.00 – 5.00pm
About Haven House
About Haven House
At Haven House Children’s Hospice, our volunteers make a significant contribution to the organisation. Join our Volunteer Services team and help create a positive, welcoming and well-organised experience for volunteers.
About the role
We are looking for a highly organised, proactive and collaborative Volunteer Admin Assistant to support our Volunteer Development Managers. You will help coordinate volunteer recruitment, onboarding, records, communications and day-to-day administration, as well as support volunteer events and recognition activities.
What you’ll be doing
- Managing volunteer enquiries and supporting interviews, recruitment and induction.
- Keeping volunteer records and the Team Kinetic management system accurate and up to date.
- Coordinating mandatory training and tracking DBS information during onboarding.
- Advertising volunteer opportunities and supporting recruitment fairs, community events and volunteer social activities.
- Updating volunteer information on the intranet and liaising with volunteers.
- Recording volunteer hours, preparing reports and providing general administrative support.
About you
You will bring excellent organisational, communication and interpersonal skills, confidence with Microsoft Office and online systems, attention to detail and the ability to manage competing priorities. You will work well both independently and as part of a team, handle confidential information appropriately and approach new challenges with enthusiasm.
Previous administrative experience, experience with volunteers or databases, and knowledge of DBS processes are desirable.
Safeguarding and equal opportunities
Haven House is committed to equal opportunities, safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. Employment is subject to satisfactory references and an enhanced DBS check.
How to apply
Please complete the attached application form addressing the person specification.
Applications to be returned to [email removed] by noon on Friday 6th November. CV's will not be accepted.
Interviews scheduled for Tuesday 17th & Wednesday 18th November.
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Reference: b7fbfc4b-8989-4a90-9a2b-6088ebd50630 · Posted 3 days ago · Closes 6 Nov 2026 · Listed via HAVEN HOUSE FOUNDATION
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