Vacancy at Huntington's Disease Association
Volunteer Officer
Salary
£ 30,000
Home based mobile working – Ideally Birmingham area (we would consider applicants from other major cities with major transport links, such as Liverpool or London)
Vacancy listed
28/10/2026
Application deadline
24/11/2026
Details
We are seeking an enthusiastic Volunteer Officer, to work with and inspire those who volunteer for the charity.
The Huntington's Disease Association is the only charity in England and Wales dedicated solely to supporting people affected by Huntington's disease. Through our services, information and support, we help individuals and families feel informed, connected and supported.
Volunteers are at the heart of this work.
Through our Branches, Support Groups, HD Voice and other volunteering opportunities, volunteers provide peer support, reduce isolation, raise awareness, influence research and help ensure the voices of people affected by Huntington's disease are heard.
We are looking for an enthusiastic Volunteer Officer with the relevant experience to join our team and support our incredible volunteer community.
In this varied and rewarding role, you will be the main point of contact for our volunteer-led Branches, Support Groups and HD Voice (our Expert by Experience group). You will support volunteers to thrive in their roles by coordinating recruitment, onboarding, training, communications and ongoing support, while helping ensure that key governance and administrative requirements are met.
You will also play a key role in maintaining and developing our volunteering infrastructure, including implementing our new volunteer database, maintaining volunteer records and helping volunteers access the information, resources and support they need.
We are looking for someone who:
- Has experience of supporting, coordinating or managing volunteers.
- Is an excellent communicator and relationship builder.
- Is organised and confident managing multiple priorities.
- Is comfortable using databases and digital systems.
- Shares our commitment to improving the lives of people affected by Huntington's disease.
The role requires regular evening and weekend working, as many volunteer activities take place outside normal office hours. Travel across England and Wales will also be required.
This is an exciting opportunity to help shape the future of volunteering at the Huntington's Disease Association and support the volunteers who make such a difference to our community.
Learn more about the role in the job pack included.
We are looking for someone with the ability to work in a way that promotes the safety and wellbeing of adults at risk, children and young people. We follow Safer Recruitment practices to ensure we are safeguarding the people we work with. We require the successful candidate to provide two employment references and undergo a Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check for enhance disclosure before joining the charity.
We are looking for someone with the ability to work in a way that promotes the safety and wellbeing of adults at risk, children and young people. We follow Safer Recruitment practices to ensure we are safeguarding the people we work with. We require the successful candidate to provide two employment references and undergo a Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check for enhance disclosure before joining the charity.
Full details of how we securely handle the data you provide to us as part of the recruitment process can be found in our privacy notice for job applicants on our website.
Click on 'apply' to begin your application. To ensure your consideration, please upload both a CV and cover letter. Your cover letter should include why you are applying for the role and how you meet the requirements of the person specification. The job description and person specification can be found within the job vacancy pack.
Applications submitted without both a CV and cover letter will not be considered.
Closing date for applications is Tuesday 24 November 2026.
Interviews will likely take place in Liverpool on Wednesday 2 December, Friday 4 December, or Friday 11 December or Monday 30 November.
Benefits
Benefits
* 25 days annual leave plus public holidays (pro rata for part-time staff)
* 1 additional days’ leave for your wellbeing or to mark cultural occasions
*A pension scheme with 3% employer contribution
* Medicash scheme
* Flexible working approach and TOIL policy (access to time off in lieu of additional hours worked)
* Collaborative, supportive and positive working environment
* Learning and development opportunities
Attached documents
| Title | File |
|---|---|
| Job vacancy pack | Volunteer Officer | Job_vacancy_pack_-_Volunteer_Officer_-_October_2026.pdf |