Regional Volunteer Team Lead

Job Details: Regional Volunteer Team Lead

Waythrough launched in October 2024 following the merger of Humankind and Richmond Fellowship. Our vision is to break down the barriers that stop people getting the support they need to live a life they value. We tackle poverty and disadvantage in communities, through mental health, drug and alcohol, housing and related support.

We have almost 200 services around England - and nearly 3,500 amazing staff and volunteers who run them. Every year our services support around 125,000 people.

Bringing together two big organisations is not a small task and it'll take a while to fully integrate our systems, processes and approaches. That's why you will notice the jobs here are still branded 'Humankind'. Next year we'll be fully integrating our recruitment systems but for now they are separate.

Regional Volunteer Team Lead
Location: London
Contract: Permanent - Full Time

We're looking for a proactive and passionateRegional Volunteer Team Lead to join our growing organisation.

This is an exciting opportunity to shape the future of volunteering across services in London supporting communities, developing volunteering pathways, and empowering people to thrive.

While this role will initially be based out of the hub closest to your home, it will become hybrid following the successful completion of training.

About the role
As Regional Volunteer Team Lead, you will oversee the day-to-day coordination of the Volunteer Programme in your region, helping to embed best practice and build inclusive volunteering pathways. You'll work closely with service managers to identify needs, recruit and support volunteers, and foster a positive culture where volunteer, and the people they support, can flourish.
You'll be instrumental in growing and sustaining a diverse and dynamic volunteer workforce across the London.

At the heart of this role is people. You'll help shape a positive and inclusive volunteering culture, while recruiting, inducting, and nurturing a vibrant volunteer workforce. Your work will directly impact lives-just listen to what one of our past volunteers had to say:

"I want to express my deepest gratitude for the opportunity to volunteer as an Administrative Personnel with Humankind. The knowledge and skills I've gained here have been instrumental in helping me secure a paid employment opportunity. I'm truly thankful for the support and experiences I've had with the team. It has been an honour to contribute to such meaningful work."

As a Regional Volunteer Team Lead, you will be responsible for:

• Lead and develop the Volunteer Programme in London, embedding consistent and effective volunteer practices across services
• Promote the benefits of volunteering to individuals, services, and stakeholders
• Develop structured volunteer pathways and procedures across the region
• Support recruitment, induction, supervision and training of volunteers
• Champion a vibrant, inclusive and empowering volunteer culture

About you
To succeed as a Regional Volunteer Team Lead, you will ideally have.

• Passion for volunteering and empowering others
• Experience in volunteer coordination, training, or people management
• Strong organisational and communication skills
• Commitment to inclusive practice and person-centred support
• Ability to travel within the South West as needed

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Who are we
Waythrough (formerly Humankind) launched in October 2024 following the merger of Humankind and Richmond Fellowship. Our vision is to break down the barriers that stop people getting the support they need to live a life they value. We tackle poverty and disadvantage in communities, through mental health, drug and alcohol, housing and related support.
We have almost 200 services around England - and nearly 3,500 amazing staff and volunteers who run them. Every year our services support around 125,000 people.
Bringing together two big organisations is not a small task and it'll take a while to fully integrate our systems, processes and approaches. That's why you will notice the jobs here are still branded 'Humankind'. Next year we'll be fully integrating our recruitment systems but for now they are separate.
Thanks for bearing with us - and don't forget to check out the Waythrough (formerly Humankind) jobs on the Richmond Fellowship and Aquarius job site .

What can Waythrough (formerly Humankind) offer you ️ Generous annual leave entitlement (27 days, plus bank holidays, increasing to 32 after 1 years' service) Annual leave purchase scheme Enhanced occupational sick pay % Enhanced employer contribution to your workplace pension Death in service benefit ️ Free Will writing Eyecare vouchers ️ Blue light card discount Fantastic learning and development opportunities, including free training courses Work-life balance- flexible working and family friendly policies ️ Happy, Healthy You! - our wellbeing offers for our workforce Employee Assist Programme and WaythroughSupport Networks
Waythrough (formerly Humankind) is an equal opportunities employer

We value unique perspectives and experiences that everyone can bring, and fully understand the strength in diversity and inclusion. We encourage applications from all backgrounds, regardless of race, gender, religion, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, or disability. If you have a genuine passion for working for us, we want to hear for you. We also welcome applications from people with lived experience with substance use. If you require support with your application, please contact the Recruitment Team at

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DBS Requirement

Does role require Police/Prison vetting? Not Applicable

Driving licence required for role?

Driving licence required for role? No

Applications Close Date

Applications Close Date 13 Jul 2025

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