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Volunteer Coordinator - Meals on Wheels
Location: Harrogate, North Yorkshire
Full-time | Permanent | £13.46/hour (£28,000 per annum)
Monday to Friday, 8am to 4pm
 
We are working on behalf of Harrogate Neighbours, a respected not-for-profit organisation, to recruit a Volunteer Coordinator - Meals on Wheels.

This key role involves overseeing the smooth running of the Meals on Wheels service and leading a dedicated volunteer team that supports elderly clients across Harrogate and Ripon.
 
This is a hands-on, admin-heavy role that requires excellent Excel skills, strong communication, and a genuine passion for working with older people and their families. If you're a natural organiser who thrives on building relationships and keeping operations running smoothly, this could be a perfect fit.
 
 
What you'll be doing...
 
As a Volunteer Coordinator, your key duties will include:

• Managing referrals and enquiries, maintaining accurate records and producing reports using Excel
• Organising daily and weekly meal orders, updating volunteer rotas, and coordinating delivery rounds
• Supporting the kitchen team with packing meals and covering delivery routes in emergencies
• Welcoming volunteers each day, assisting with DBS checks, expenses, and ensuring they feel supported in their roles
• Acting as a point of contact for families and raising any wellbeing concerns reported by volunteers
• Promoting the service to attract new clients and volunteers through posters, social media, and local networking
• Assisting with hospitality and catering development alongside the wider senior team