At a Glance
- Tasks: Engage and support female Veterans in Cornwall, helping them access vital services.
- Company: Active Plus, dedicated to improving lives of female Veterans.
- Benefits: Pro-rata salary of £27,000, flexible hours, and community impact.
- Other info: Opportunity for career growth and to work within a supportive community.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in the lives of underrepresented female Veterans.
- Qualifications: Experience in outreach, advocacy, and understanding of veteran needs.
The predicted salary is between 27000 - 27000 £ per year.
Hours: 0.6FTE from September 2026 - August 2029 (increase to 0.8FTE subject to funding)
Salary: £27,000 p.a. (pro rata)
Location: Community based in Cornwall
This project will establish a dedicated Female Veteran Engagement Worker to improve identification, engagement and access to support for female Veterans across Cornwall. Female Veterans remain an under-identified and under-represented group within the Armed Forces Community and can face barriers to accessing appropriate support, increasing the risk of isolation and poorer health, wellbeing and social outcomes.
The Engagement Worker will undertake proactive outreach across Cornwall, building trusted relationships with female Veterans through community settings, partner organisations and informal networks. Using a gender-informed, trauma-aware approach and drawing on lived experience as a female Veteran, they will provide advocacy, undertake needs assessments, and support women to navigate services with confidence.
Working closely with Armed Forces Community Social Prescribing and Employment and Skills provision, the role will ensure female Veterans can access coordinated support that meets their individual health, wellbeing, social and employment needs.
To apply for this role please submit the following documents via email to Rob Bradshaw at rob@activeplus.org.uk:
- A CV of no more than two sides of A4
- A Covering Letter of no more than two sides of A4 detailing why you would be suitable for this role
Active Plus: Female Veteran Engagement Worker employer: Cornwall Voluntary Sector Forum
The Olive Project is an exceptional employer dedicated to fostering a supportive and inclusive work environment for its staff. With a strong focus on professional development, employees benefit from comprehensive training opportunities, including the chance to gain accredited qualifications. Located in Truro, the organisation champions holistic support for Black and Minoritised Victims and Survivors, ensuring that team members are equipped to make a meaningful impact in the community while enjoying a competitive salary and pension contributions.
Contact Details:
Cornwall Voluntary Sector Forum Recruitment Team
