Overview
Volunteer and Community Engagement Manager Jobs in Kenilworth, England, UK at English Heritage
Volunteer and
Community Engagement
Manager
Title: Volunteer and Community Engagement Manager
Location: Kenilworth Castle, Kenilworth, Warwickshire, CV8 1NE
Salary: £26,409 pro-rated / Part time 2 days per week (14.4 hours) / Permanent
Job type: Permanent
: 16018
Introduction: Heritage is for everybody, and we are here for heritage.
Heritage lives in places and people, memories and stories, artefacts and traditions. It can connect us all to the past, and to each other. It can make us happier, strengthen every community, and help shape society for the better. Everybody should be able to enjoy the benefits it brings.
As a charity, we care for over a million objects and hundreds of historic sites across England, from international icons to local treasures. We open them up, share their stories, and find new ways for everybody to enjoy, learn, play, and create.
Role Overview: We are seeking a part-time Volunteer and Community Engagement Manager to oversee our sites in West Midlands, Staffordshire, Leicestershire, Gloucestershire, Worcestershire, Oxfordshire, and Berkshire. The role involves working 14.4 hours per week, on a permanent basis, alongside a colleague working 3 days per week to ensure full coverage across these counties.
Benefits:
Salary from £26,409 (pro-rated), depending on skills, experience, and location
25 days’ holiday plus bank holidays, pro-rata, increasing to 28 days after 3 years
Matched pension contributions up to 10%
Flexible hours
Career progression opportunities within the heritage sector
Subscriptions to professional bodies
Free access to all English Heritage sites for you and up to six friends and family
25% discount in shops and cafes
Enhanced maternity, paternity, or shared parental leave
Options to purchase additional leave
An inclusive working environment supporting diverse backgrounds, religions, and needs
Opportunities to attend live music and history events
Key Responsibilities:
Lead and develop initiatives fostering strong community connections at our sites
Develop and deliver engagement programs and manage volunteer teams
Create engaging experiences for visitors, including under-represented audiences and local communities
Maximize public engagement opportunities and ensure site maintenance
Contribute to operational site management, including health & safety and partnership management
Support financial sustainability through community fundraising and partnerships
Develop and deliver volunteering and engagement initiatives to attract diverse audiences
Build relationships with key partners and stakeholders
Work with the National Engagement Lead to develop sustainable programs
Oversee site operations, including health & safety, fire, and security, ensuring compliance with procedures
Candidate Requirements:
Experience managing diverse volunteering programs, ideally across multiple sites
Experience working with local communities and external partners
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
Understanding of volunteering and the voluntary sector
Interviews are scheduled for the week commencing 23rd June at Kenilworth Castle. For workplace adjustments or questions about working patterns, contact Ed McGregor r No agencies, please.
Learn more about us:
English Heritage and meet our team:
Careers.
Inclusivity Statement: We welcome applicants from all backgrounds. We are committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion, supporting networks such as Ethnic Diversity, Faith & Belief, Social Equity, LGBTQ+, Neurodivergence, Age, Disability, and Gender Health & Wellbeing.
Wellbeing: We prioritize wellbeing with mental health support, information events, Employee Assistance Program, and reasonable adjustments for staff.
Application: Please refer to the specified documents when applying.
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Title: Volunteer and Community Engagement Manager
Company: English Heritage
Location: Kenilworth, England, UK
Category: Non-Profit & Social Impact (Community Health, Youth Development)
