To coordinate and further develop our befriending scheme for isolated, housebound older people in Blackburn with Darwen. Applicants will undertake home visits, matching older people to volunteers and management of our volunteer team who provide weekly phone calls and visits
Proven record of developing and delivering successful programmes and servicesAbility to maintain confidentiality and understanding of and compliance with data protectionAbility to maintain accurate records, produce statistical information and write case studiesExcellent communication skills, both oral and writtenA good level of IT skills, including databases, and the ability to use the internet and email effectivelyBe self-motivated with the ability to manage work independentlyAbility to work as part of a wider teamAbility to use own initiative and deal with changing demands of the servicesExcellent organisational skills and ability to work flexibly to meet conflicting prioritiesCurrent driving licence with use of car for work
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Befriending Services Coordinator
Company: Age UK Blackburn with Darwen Salary: from £21,982 a year Hours: Part-time Location: Blackburn, BB2 2DH Working pattern: On-site Job type: Permanent Posting date: 9 Nov 2026 Closing date: 7 Dec 2026
Summary
To coordinate and further develop our befriending scheme for isolated, housebound older people in Blackburn with Darwen. Applicants will undertake home visits, matching older people to volunteers and management of our volunteer team who provide weekly phone calls and visits
Essential requirements
Proven record of developing and delivering successful programmes and servicesAbility to maintain confidentiality and understanding of and compliance with data protectionAbility to maintain accurate records, produce statistical information and write case studiesExcellent communication skills, both oral and writtenA good level of IT skills, including databases, and the ability to use the internet and email effectivelyBe self-motivated with the ability to manage work independentlyAbility to work as part of a wider teamAbility to use own initiative and deal with changing demands of the servicesExcellent organisational skills and ability to work flexibly to meet conflicting prioritiesCurrent driving licence with use of car for work
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Contact Details:
Age UK Blackburn with Darwen Recruitment Team
