We are currently seeking to recruit for three brand new posts. Click the links below to find out more: –
This is an exciting time to join Community CVS. As a growing organisation, we are driving significant change and delivering impactful programmes that make a real difference in the community. This role offers the opportunity for personal and professional growth as you contribute to capacity building, income generation, and the overall success of the VCFSE sector.
Leadership Trainer and Internal Verifier
- Salary: £32,000 to £36,000 per annum Pro Rata
- Working hours: Hours to be agreed (minimum 30 hours – max 37 hours)
- Responsible to: Accredited Centre Manager
- Location: Boulevard Centre, Blackburn. Will be required to travel to Lancashire locations to deliver training.
- Deadline: Monday 10th February
The main purpose of Leadership Trainer and Internal Verifier is to develop, deliver and take accountability for a diverse range of training sessions and courses including leadership and management. To support the Accredited Training Centre Manager with internal verification quality assurance processes for the Chartered Management Institute (CMI), Northern Council for Further Education (NCFE) and Royal Society for Public Health (RSPH) awarding bodies and act as deputy nominee for OFSTED monitoring visits and inspections.
Business Advisor and Trainer
- Salary: £26,975 to £31,000 full time equivalent
- Working hours: Hours to be agreed (minimum 30 hours – max 37 hours)
- Responsible to: Accredited Centre Manager
- Location: Boulevard Centre, Blackburn. Will be required to travel to Lancashire locations to deliver training.
- Post will close as soon as sufficient applications have been received.
The Business Advisor and Trainer will contribute to both contracted and commercial training and funded business advice services, such as the Boost Flying Start Programme, providing high-quality business advice and training workshops. The post-holder will play a key role in ensuring that Community CVS maintains its reputation as an Ofsted-recognised accredited training centre with the Chartered Management Institute (CMI), Northern Council for Further Education (NCFE) and Royal Society for Public Health (RSPH).
The team is responsible for:
Business Advice: Providing one-to-one consultations for clients through both commercial services and government-funded programmes, producing detailed growth action plans and ensuring ongoing client engagement.
Accredited Training Delivery: Developing and delivering enterprise and leadership training workshops, with identified learning outcomes / syllabus and maintaining a high standard of feedback and quality checks. There may also be opportunities to upskill clients in other areas based on team needs and contract requirements.
Client Management: Inputting and maintaining client records on the Evolutive CRM system and ensuring regular, professional communication with all clients to track progress and document interactions.
Commercial Services: Contributing to the team’s business development goals by promoting Community CVS’s commercial services and supporting the coordination of training sessions and consultancy engagements.
Memberships and Networks: Through our networks, we facilitate opportunities for collaboration, peer learning, and shared best practices, enabling organisations to expand their reach and enhance their impact. You will be active in contributing to our Business and Peer networks and will attend external networks to represent Community CVS or programme partners.
Corporate Engagement Officer
- Salary: £26,975 to £31,000 full time equivalent (37 hours) – pro rota for 30 hours
- Working hours: 30 hours
- Responsible to: Accredited Training Centre Manager and Business Director
- Location: Boulevard Centre, Blackburn. Will be required to travel to Lancashire locations to deliver training.
- Post will close as soon as sufficient applications have been received.
The Corporate Engagement Officer will focus on developing and sustaining partnerships with organisations across the VCFSE and corporate sectors. The role has two core functions:
Corporate Engagement & Giving:
- Achieve a minimum income target of £60K in Year 1 through corporate giving, sponsorships, and in-kind donations.
- Develop and implement an effective corporate giving strategy that encompasses financial donations, volunteer time, and in-kind resources.
- Build and nurture long-term relationships with corporate partners to secure funding and explore opportunities for collaboration.
Learner Recruitment & Programme Coordination:
- Lead outreach efforts to recruit learners for our funded Bootcamp Skills Training programmes, ensuring we meet learner recruitment targets.
- Maintain strong relationships with employers to collect evidence of learner attendance and success, ensuring compliance with programme requirements.
- Liaise with employers and learners to ensure smooth onboarding and continued engagement throughout the Bootcamp journey.
This role offers the opportunity to work in both the VCFSE and private sectors, building and maintaining relationships with employers, corporates, and other stakeholders. The role will also focus on developing CVS’s approach to corporate giving and growing the commercial income we can raise through consultancy and training. Community CVS are looking for a driven, persuasive communicator who excels at managing multiple projects and stakeholders. Strong IT skills and the ability to deliver impactful presentations are essential.
