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Skye and Lochalsh Council for Voluntary Organisations
A Charity Registered in Scotland SC013885 and Company Limited by Guarantee SC0177372
Tigh Lisigarry, Bridge Road, Portree, Isle of Skye. IV51 9ER
Befriending Coordinator
Are you passionate about building connections, supporting communities, and making a real difference in people’s lives? Skye and Lochalsh Council for Voluntary Organisations (SLCVO) is seeking a dynamic and compassionate individual to oversee and grow our Befriending Service.
Duration: Fixed term until April 2028
Hours: Part-time – 21 hours per week (3 days a week)
Pay: £13.50 per hour rising to £14.00 per hour after training is completed (£25,480 pro rata)
Annual Leave: 18 days per annum plus 6 public holidays
Location: Home-based in Skye or Lochalsh with travel across the area
As a key part of our community-driven service, you’ll recruit, train, and support volunteer befrienders, while coordinating client referrals and fostering meaningful connections. You’ll collaborate with local hospitals and stakeholders to drive positive outcomes, create engaging content for newsletters and social media, manage third-sector directories, and contribute to the development of impactful new projects to enhance community well-being.
We’re seeking a proactive, adaptable professional with excellent communication and organisational skills, a talent for building relationships, and the ability to manage multiple priorities effectively. Creativity, IT proficiency, and experience in volunteer or client-focused roles are essential.
Application deadline 5pm Wednesday 8th January
Interviews will take place 22nd – 24th January
Send your Application Form and Equalities Monitoring Form to SLCVO's Chief Officer
Jo-Anne Ford, Jo.Ford@slcvo.org.uk
Skye and Lochalsh Council For Voluntary Organisations
Tigh Lisigarry
Bridge Road
Portree
Isle of Skye
IV51 9UP

Application Pack
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Job Description PDF here
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Application Form Word document here
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Application Form PDF here
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Equalities Monitoring Form Word doc here
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Equalities Monitoring Form PDF here
Application deadline 5pm Wednesday 8th January 2025
Send your Application Form and Equalities Monitoring Form to SLCVOs' Chief Officer
Jo-Anne Ford, Jo.Ford@slcvo.org.uk
Tigh Lisigarry
Bridge Road
Portree
Isle of Skye
IV51 9UP
Supporting Documents