Sja's West

Sja's West seeks passionate leaders to join their network leadership team. You will inspire volunteers to deliver Community First Aid, Education, and Fundraising, while fostering an inclusive and supportive environment. Responsibilities include leading training sessions and providing guidance to Volunteer leaders. Enjoy personal satisfaction from making a difference in your community. This role offers opportunities for professional development while empowering others.

Sja's West in Oxford is seeking a Community First Aid Network Leader to lead and inspire volunteering groups. This position focuses on developing community initiatives across Oxford and surrounding areas. Successful candidates will demonstrate strong leadership skills and a passion for helping others. The role includes providing support for volunteers and delivering essential community services, ensuring a positive experience for all involved. Regular training and development opportunities will be provided to enhance leadership capabilities.

We are seeking a dynamic and dedicated individual to take on the role of Community First Aid Network Leader who can work and lead volunteering groups and leaders in their own way, supported by our central teams The Network Lead role focuses on the Central & South Oxfordshire Network. Locations are primarily centred around Oxford, Wantage and the surrounding areas. At St John Ambulance, we are looking to embed ourselves within our communities, delivering support which is tailored to the needs of those communities whilst providing a positive experience for our Volunteers. We need leaders who are passionate about making a difference in their communities, who care about helping and developing others, who will lead and inspire a volunteer movement across a geographical area to deliver Community First Aid, Community Education and Community Fundraising as well as develop our offering for young people. Through leading a team of Volunteer leaders, you will drive excellence in delivery, develop an inclusive and diverse volunteering experience for new and current volunteers, and help navigate through change to build a bigger and better St John Ambulance. As Network Lead, you'll get a huge sense of satisfaction and pride through supporting a team and our volunteers to deliver our essential services. It's great for you, great for your community and great for our nation. We will make sure you will have access to a proper induction to volunteering with SJA and the training you need for the role you take on. We will also provide you with a supportive environment while you are volunteering with us. Information about our volunteer roles are included in the role descriptions. What you can expect from SJA, and what we expect from those who volunteer with us, is included in the volunteer charter. Volunteers would be expected to attend training for the role both online and in person, to attend regularly network weekly meetings to enable them to keep their skills up to date. This role calls for strong leadership abilities and proven experience in managing people. Successful candidates will have access to additional leadership development opportunities, including self-directed learning and structured training courses. The position involves attending County meetings every 6 weeks and occasional Regional meetings, both online via Teams and in person. If you are successful, you will need to undertake relevant training for the role, details of which will be discussed after you have been appointed. Closing date for these opportunities is: 30th July 2026 If you are interested in this role, then please contact To apply for this opportunity, please follow the link below:

Hourly commitment: 20 -25 hours per month At St John Ambulance we are looking to embed ourselves within our communities, delivering support which is tailored to the needs of those communities whilst providing a positive experience for our Volunteers. We need leaders who are passionate about making a difference in their communities, who care about helping and developing others, who will lead and inspire a volunteer movement across a geographical area to deliver Community First Aid, Community Education and Community Fundraising as well as develop our offering for young people. Through leading a team of Volunteer leaders, you will drive excellence in delivery, develop an inclusive and diverse volunteering experience for new and current volunteers, andhelp navigate through change to build a bigger and better St John Ambulance. As a member of our network leadership team, you'll get a huge sense of satisfaction and pride through supporting a team and our volunteers to deliver our essential services.It's great for you, great for your community and great for our nation. We will make sure you will have access to a proper induction to volunteering with SJA and the training you need for the role you take on. We will also provide you with a supportive environment while you are volunteering with us. Information about our volunteer roles are included in the role descriptions. What you can expect from SJA, and what we expect from those who volunteer with us, is included in the volunteer charter. Volunteers would be expected to attend training for the role both online and in person, to attend regularly network weekly meetings to enable them to keep their skills up to date. If you are successful you will need to undertake relevant training for the role, details of which will be discussed after you have been appointed. Closing date for these opportunities is: 31 July 2026 Interviews will take place between from 11 August 2026 . Inductions and training or this role will take place between 28 September and 2 November 2026 . If you are interested in this role or would like further information, please contact Shirley Cox via email: To apply for this opportunity please follow the link below:

Youth Helper work directly with young people in St John Ambulance Badger Setts and Cadet Units. By supporting our Youth Leaders to deliver a sessions across our range of programmes. In this role, you'll support the learning and development of young people into the next generation of health citizens. Youth Helpers also help young people develop their confidence, teamwork skills, self-discipline, and generally encourage them to strive to be the best they can be, as well as supervise and support other adult volunteers in their team. At St John Ambulance, we are looking to embed ourselves within our communities, delivering support which is tailored to the needs of those communities whilst providing a positive experience for our Volunteers. We need leaders who are passionate about making a difference in their communities, who care about helping and developing others, who will lead and inspire a volunteer movement across a geographical area to deliver Community First Aid, Community Education and Community Fundraising as well as develop our offering for young people. Through leading a team of Volunteer leaders, you will drive excellence in delivery, develop an inclusive and diverse volunteering experience for new and current volunteers, and help navigate through change to build a bigger and better St John Ambulance. As a member of our network leadership team, you'll get a huge sense of satisfaction and pride through supporting a team and our volunteers to deliver our essential services. It's great for you, great for your community and great for our nation. We will make sure you will have access to a proper induction to volunteering with SJA and the training you need for the role you take on. We will also provide you with a supportive environment while you are volunteering with us. Information about our volunteer roles are included in the role descriptions. What you can expect from SJA, and what we expect from those who volunteer with us, is included in the volunteer charter. Volunteers would be expected to attend training for the role both online and in person, and to attend regular network weekly meetings to enable them to keep their skills up to date. Training is included in the role for responsibilities; the selected candidate is expected to attend all relevant meetings If you are successful, you will need to undertake relevant training for the role, details of which will be discussed after you have been appointed. You'll get a huge sense of satisfaction and pride delivering an essential service.It's great for you, great for your community and great for our nation, and it requires only a small commitment of your time. Pursuing the role If you are successful in selection, an interview will need to take place, and you will need to undertake induction & training for role at these dates: Training for role - If you are successful, you will need to undertake relevant training for the role, details of which will be discussed after you have been appointed. Details of course including dates, time & venue tbc. If you'd like to know more about volunteering or would just like to chat to someone who does, get in touch. Please contact our the hiring manager, David Dalton, via emailing: To apply for this opportunity please follow the link below:

Sja's West in Scarborough is seeking passionate leaders to drive a volunteer movement focused on Community First Aid and Education. You will be responsible for leading a team of volunteers, ensuring excellence in service delivery and fostering a supportive environment. This position involves both online and in-person training, regular meetings within the Scarborough and Whitby areas, and the chance to make a significant impact in your community. Join us in creating positive change through volunteering.

Sja's West is looking for dedicated Youth Helpers to support our Youth Leaders in the St John Ambulance Badger Setts and Cadet Units. This role focuses on helping young people develop skills such as confidence and teamwork, while also assisting adult volunteers. We expect volunteers to attend training sessions and network meetings, and we provide all necessary training and support for volunteers. By joining us, you'll contribute to essential community services, gain valuable experience, and help shape the future generation of health citizens.

We need leaders who are passionate about making a difference in their communities, who care about helping and developing others, who will lead and inspire a volunteer movement across a geographical area to deliver Community First Aid, Community Education and Community Fundraising as well as develop our offering for young people. Through leading a team of Volunteer leaders, you will drive excellence in delivery, develop an inclusive and diverse volunteering experience for new and current volunteers, andhelp navigate through change to build a bigger and better St John Ambulance. As a member of our network leadership team, you'll get a huge sense of satisfaction and pride through supporting a team and our volunteers to deliver our essential services.It's great for you, great for your community and great for our nation. We will make sure you will have access to a proper induction to volunteering with SJA and the training you need for the role you take on. We will also provide you with a supportive environment while you are volunteering with us. Information about our volunteer roles are included in the role descriptions. What you can expect from SJA, and what we expect from those who volunteer with us, is included in the volunteer charter. Volunteers would be expected to attend training for the role both online and in person, to attend regularly network weekly meetings to enable them to keep their skills up to date. Attendance at regular meetings across Scarborough and Whitby areas with less frequent travelling further afield further afield for meetings, events and training, If you are successful you will need to undertake relevant training for the role, details of which will be discussed after you have been appointed. For more information please contact hiring manager Richard Yeabsley -

Sja's West in Norwich is looking for passionate leaders to inspire and lead volunteers in delivering essential community services such as First Aid and Education. You will develop an inclusive environment for volunteers, ensuring they receive proper training and support. This role has an hourly commitment of 20 - 25 hours per month, where you will make a significant impact in your community and enjoy a rewarding volunteering experience.

Hourly commitment: 20 - 25 hours per month At St John Ambulance we are looking to embed ourselves within our communities, delivering support which is tailored to the needs of those communities whilst providing a positive experience for our Volunteers. We need leaders who are passionate about making a difference in their communities, who care about helping and developing others, who will lead and inspire a volunteer movement across a geographical area to deliver Community First Aid, Community Education and Community Fundraising as well as develop our offering for young people. Through leading a team of Volunteer leaders, you will drive excellence in delivery, develop an inclusive and diverse volunteering experience for new and current volunteers, and help navigate through change to build a bigger and better St John Ambulance. As a member of our network leadership team, you'll get a huge sense of satisfaction and pride through supporting a team and our volunteers to deliver our essential services. It's great for you, great for your community and great for our nation. We will make sure you will have access to a proper induction to volunteering with SJA and the training you need for the role you take on. We will also provide you with a supportive environment while you are volunteering with us. Information about our volunteer roles are included in the role descriptions. What you can expect from SJA, and what we expect from those who volunteer with us, is included in the volunteer charter. Volunteers would be expected to attend training for the role both online and in person, to attend regularly network weekly meetings to enable them to keep their skills up to date. If you are successful you will need to undertake relevant training for the role, details of which will be discussed after you have been appointed.

Hourly commitment: 20 - 25 hours per month At St John Ambulance we are looking to embed ourselves within our communities, delivering support which is tailored to the needs of those communities whilst providing a positive experience for our Volunteers. We need leaders who are passionate about making a difference in their communities, who care about helping and developing others, who will lead and inspire a volunteer movement across a geographical area to deliver Community First Aid, Community Education and Community Fundraising as well as develop our offering for young people. Through leading a team of Volunteer leaders, you will drive excellence in delivery, develop an inclusive and diverse volunteering experience for new and current volunteers, and help navigate through change to build a bigger and better St John Ambulance. As a member of our network leadership team, you'll get a huge sense of satisfaction and pride through supporting a team and our volunteers to deliver our essential services. It's great for you, great for your community and great for our nation. We will make sure you will have access to a proper induction to volunteering with SJA and the training you need for the role you take on. We will also provide you with a supportive environment while you are volunteering with us. Information about our volunteer roles are included in the role descriptions. What you can expect from SJA, and what we expect from those who volunteer with us, is included in the volunteer charter. Volunteers would be expected to attend training for the role both online and in person, to attend regularly network weekly meetings to enable them to keep their skills up to date. If you are successful you will need to undertake relevant training for the role, details of which will be discussed after you have been appointed.

Sja's West is seeking passionate leaders to join their community service team, focusing on delivering Community First Aid, Education, and Fundraising initiatives. As a part of St John Ambulance, you'll drive volunteer engagement and support during essential services, playing a critical role in your community. Your responsibilities will include inspiring volunteer leaders and providing training to ensure a positive experience. You'll have access to comprehensive support and resources as part of a team dedicated to making a difference.

Sja's West in Greater London seeks passionate leaders to guide and inspire volunteer movements across communities. Your role will involve assisting with Community First Aid, Community Education, and Community Fundraising while driving a diverse and inclusive volunteering experience. Successful candidates will receive comprehensive training and support, ensuring they are equipped to lead effectively. Join us to make a positive impact in the community!

Hourly commitment: 20 - 25 hours per month At St John Ambulance we are looking to embed ourselves within our communities, delivering support which is tailored to the needs of those communities whilst providing a positive experience for our Volunteers. We need leaders who are passionate about making a difference in their communities, who care about helping and developing others, who will lead and inspire a volunteer movement across a geographical area to deliver Community First Aid, Community Education and Community Fundraising as well as develop our offering for young people. Through leading a team of Volunteer leaders, you will drive excellence in delivery, develop an inclusive and diverse volunteering experience for new and current volunteers, and help navigate through change to build a bigger and better St John Ambulance. As a member of our network leadership team, you'll get a huge sense of satisfaction and pride through supporting a team and our volunteers to deliver our essential services. It's great for you, great for your community and great for our nation. We will make sure you will have access to a proper induction to volunteering with SJA and the training you need for the role you take on. We will also provide you with a supportive environment while you are volunteering with us. Information about our volunteer roles are included in the role descriptions. What you can expect from SJA, and what we expect from those who volunteer with us, is included in the volunteer charter. Volunteers would be expected to attend training for the role both online and in person, to attend regularly network weekly meetings to enable them to keep their skills up to date. If you are successful you will need to undertake relevant training for the role, details of which will be discussed after you have been appointed.

We pride ourselves in being a great place to work, providing a supportive culture with opportunities to grow and develop your career, achieve a healthy work life balance and to be recognised for the great work you do. You will receive: Competitive salary and pension scheme 33 days holiday (inclusive of bank holidays) - increasing to 38 days over 5 years Cycle to work scheme Electric Vehicle Scheme Health and Wellbeing portal - access to financial, health and wellbeing support and an Employee Assistance Programme Discounts - you will have access to Blue Light and NHS Discounts as well as discounts on mobile phones, gym membership, cinema tickets, restaurants, holidays and shopping About Us This is a fantastic opportunity to join a team of over 1,100 employees and over 28,000 volunteers, united by our goal of saving lives through essential first aid services, training and campaigning. As a charity with rich heritage and a long history of serving humanity, we are proud of our past and excited about creating a healthier, safer, more resilient future. St John Ambulance works at the heart of communities, supporting and enabling them to access and receive physical and mental health first aid. We do this through developing and providing effective community response and outreach services (e.g. Ambulance response) and using our longstanding expertise to empower people with vital clinical skills and the confidence to use them (e.g. our Volunteers and Community Advocates, and Young Responders programmes). Job Summary Join our Youth Directorate and help shape the future of our youth services. In this varied role, you'll support the growth of our Badger, Cadet and Student Volunteering programmes (ages 5-25) and contribute to the development of new services that meet the changing needs of young people. You'll manage projects from development through to national delivery, driving service improvements while supporting larger, high-impact initiatives. Collaboration is central to everything you'll do. You'll work closely with colleagues across St John and with external partners such as local authorities, agencies and charities, building strong relationships to deliver meaningful outcomes for young people. About You Educated to GCSE level (or equivalent) at Grade 4/C or above, including Maths and English. Ideally you will hold a Degree-level qualification or relevant professional qualification/membership (e.g. volunteering, youth work, education, people management, or project management). Experience of working with young people and/or volunteers, including designing and developing activities and managing volunteers. Experience of leading teams to deliver agreed outcomes, with strong team working skills. Proven experience of managing projects and delivering outcomes to time and quality. Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to influence and collaborate effectively across multi functional teams and stakeholders. Strong planning and organisational skills, ability to prioritise workload and meet deadlines under pressure, and confident use of digital tools (e.g. Microsoft applications) at an intermediate level. About the Role Develop, promote and deliver inclusive, engaging programmes, initiatives and resources for volunteers and young people that align with St John Ambulance's vision, mission and values. Lead and deliver projects and ongoing activities in line with the Youth team strategy and delivery plan, maintaining project documentation and producing reports as required. Plan and facilitate consultations, working groups and forums to ensure meaningful engagement and co production with young people and volunteers across all activities. Build, maintain and review effective internal and external partnerships and networks to support project delivery, working closely with colleagues across SJA. Act as a subject matter expert in working with young people and/or volunteers. Manage project budgets and report on spend, ensuring all activity positively supports youth team culture, safety, wellbeing, inclusion and diversity, and undertake other duties appropriate to the role. EEO Statement St John Ambulance are committed to increasing the diversity of our team and making sure we best reflect the diversity of the communities we serve. At St John, everyone is valued and supported to thrive, we have several networks including Multi Culture, Disability and Accessibility, Pride, Family and Carers and Women's groups. We do not tolerate any form of discrimination and endeavor to create a sense of belonging for all, by creating an environment of mutual respect, where we value unique differences and demonstrate authentic allyship. We believe passionately in equality, diversity and inclusion. St John Ambulance is committed to safeguarding and we promote safe recruitment practice. Therefore, all successful applicants will undergo pre-employment checks, including DBS Clearance, as part of the onboarding process, if applicable to the nature of the role.

Sja's West is seeking a passionate individual to join our Youth Directorate. In this role, you will support the growth of youth services while managing projects that positively impact young people's lives. The position involves close collaboration with colleagues and community partners to ensure the development of engaging initiatives. Successful candidates will have experience working with youth, strong planning skills, and the ability to manage diverse teams. We offer competitive salaries, a positive work culture, and various benefits to support work-life balance.

At St John Ambulance we are looking to embed ourselves within our communities, delivering support which is tailored to the needs of those communities whilst providing a positive experience for our Volunteers. We need leaders who are passionate about making a difference in their communities, who care about helping and developing others, who will lead and inspire a volunteer movement across a geographical area to deliver Community First Aid, Community Education and Community Fundraising as well as develop our offering for young people. Through leading a team of Volunteer leaders, you will drive excellence in delivery, develop an inclusive and diverse volunteering experience for new and current volunteers, andhelp navigate through change to build a bigger and better St John Ambulance. As a member of our network leadership team, you'll get a huge sense of satisfaction and pride through supporting a team and our volunteers to deliver our essential services.It's great for you, great for your community and great for our nation. We will make sure you will have access to a proper induction to volunteering with SJA and the training you need for the role you take on. We will also provide you with a supportive environment while you are volunteering with us. Information about our volunteer roles are included in the role descriptions. What you can expect from SJA, and what we expect from those who volunteer with us, is included in the volunteer charter. The expected time commitment for a volunteer undertaking this role is 30 hours per month. Volunteers are required to complete a mandatory welcome programme that introduces the role and the wider charity. Furthermore, they must undertake mandatory training in appropriate St John Ambulance policies, safeguarding, GDPR, Equity, Diversity and Inclusion, keeping safe at St John Ambulance, the Care Quality Commission, and leadership. There are also optional training opportunities available, which include speaking and listening skills, media engagement skills, and finance process skills. Finally, before commencing the role, volunteers must complete specific screening requirements, which include a Right to Volunteer check and the provision of two references. Volunteers would be expected to attend training for the role both online and in person, to attend regularly network weekly meetings to enable them to keep their skills up to date. If you are successful you will need to undertake relevant training for the role, details of which will be discussed after you have been appointed. Closing date for these opportunities is: 03/07/2026 Interviews will take place between Date, Times and Location to be advised Inductions and training or this role will take place between Date, Times and Location to be advised If you are interested in this role then please contact To apply for this opportunity please follow the link below:

Sja's West is seeking community leaders who are passionate about making a difference in Newcastle upon Tyne. You will lead a team of volunteers to deliver Community First Aid, Education, and Fundraising activities, fostering an inclusive and diverse environment. This role requires a commitment of 30 hours per month, attending regular training and meetings to keep your skills updated. You will have access to essential training and development opportunities.

Hourly commitment: 20-25 hours per month At St John Ambulance, we are looking to embed ourselves within our communities, delivering support which is tailored to the needs of those communities whilst providing a positive experience for our Volunteers. We need leaders who are passionate about making a difference in their communities, who care about helping and developing others, who will lead and inspire a volunteer movement across a geographical area to deliver Community First Aid, Community Education and Community Fundraising as well as develop our offering for young people. Through leading a team of Volunteer leaders, you will drive excellence in delivery, develop an inclusive and diverse volunteering experience for new and current volunteers, andhelp navigate through change to build a bigger and better St John Ambulance. As a member of our network leadership team, you'll get a huge sense of satisfaction and pride through supporting a team and our volunteers to deliver our essential services.It's great for you, great for your community and great for our nation. We will make sure you will have access to a proper induction to volunteering with SJA and the training you need for the role you take on. We will also provide you with a supportive environment while you are volunteering with us. Information about our volunteer roles are included in the role descriptions. What you can expect from SJA, and what we expect from those who volunteer with us, is included in the volunteer charter. Volunteers would be expected to attend training for the role both online and in person, and to attend regular network weekly meetings to enable them to keep their skills up to date. If you are successful, you will need to undertake relevant training for the role, details of which will be discussed after you have been appointed. Closing date for these opportunities is: 31st July 2026 If you are interested in this role, then please contact To apply for this opportunity, please follow the link below:

Sja's West is seeking committed leaders for volunteer roles in Scarborough, England. This position involves inspiring a volunteer movement for Community First Aid, Education, and Fundraising, while developing opportunities for young people. You will enjoy great satisfaction in supporting volunteers and enhancing community services. The role requires attendance at online and in-person training and regular weekly meetings. Interested candidates should email Richard at . The closing date for applications is 31st July 2026.