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Join Us as Project Coordinator for Our New Friday Night Social Group -

‘OUR Choice’.

Are you a dynamic leader with a passion for building communities and inspiring others?

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Saffron Walden Mencap Society is seeking a Project Coordinator to develop our brand new Friday evening social group. You will be at the heart of our charity, shaping our new project and leading a dedicated team of Companions, who will create engaging and meaningful experiences for adults with learning disabilities and/or autism based on their personal choices. 

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This is a unique opportunity to build a successful club from the ground up, with our new group for members aged 26 and over. You will work closely with the team involved with our well-established group for young adults (16-25), ‘Go With OUR Flow’. These members will fully  transition to ‘Our Choice’ by their 26th birthday.

 

As our Project Coordinator, you will be more than a facilitator—you'll be the driving force behind this project. You will manage logistics, coordinate activities, and provide guidance to the team. You will be ‘hands on’, taking on the role of Companion as well as overseeing the events as leader. Your leadership will be key to the success of this new venture and to making a real difference to the lives of our members.

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What we're looking for:

• A motivated and organised leader with proven experience in team leading or supervision.

• The ability to inspire and mentor a team and above all to be fun!

• Experience in social care or supporting people with learning and/or physical disabilities is desirable but not essential for the right candidate.

• A full driving licence and your own vehicle are essential, as you'll be providing transport for some members on club activities. Appropriate insurance cover, mileage and agreed expenses will be reimbursed.

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Role Details:

• Hours: Friday evenings, with a commitment of at least two Fridays per month. Hours will be flexible, usually commencing after 5pm. There will also be some administrative tasks to complete, such as arranging sessions and transport,  booking venues,  and carrying out risk assessments. These tasks can be performed  in hours to suit you.

• Pay: £14.50 per hour

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Important:

• Employment is subject to an enhanced DBS check and suitable references.

• Safeguarding training will be provided.

• Deadline for applications is Wednesday 3rd September 2025.

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Ready to lead this project? For an application form, please email or phone: admin@saffronwaldenmencapsociety.org 

Jacquie Lucas (Admin): 07973 552262

 

Equal Opportunities Statement

We are an equal opportunities employer and are committed to ensuring that all applicants are treated fairly and with respect. We welcome applications from all sections of the community

*Please note CV’s will not be accepted

 

 

​​​​Side by Side Club Volunteer

 

Saffron Walden Mencap Society is dedicated to improving the lives of local adults with learning disabilities by offering fun, friendship, and inclusion at a variety of clubs, events and outings. Our Side by Side volunteers will be able to commit to attending a weekly social club held at the Salvation Army Hall in Saffron Walden every Wednesday from 6:30pm to 8:30pm. 

 

Every week is different at the club but it is always fun! Working with the club leader and deputy, you might be helping a member to spot numbers on a bingo card one week, helping to serve drinks in the break, or having fun with your team the next week during a game of  ‘play your cards right’.

 

As a charity dedicated to equality, diversity and inclusion, age, lack of formal qualifications or disabilities will not exclude anyone from suitability for this volunteering role. No previous experience in the field is required - but you must be willing to learn and complete our induction process (with support if required).

 

All volunteers must have an enhanced DBS certificate which will be organised by our charity at no cost to you. 

 

Please contact us for more information and/or an application form admin@saffronwaldenmencapsociety.org

 

Side by Side Club Volunteer Driver

 

Saffron Walden Mencap Society is dedicated to improving the lives of local adults with learning disabilities by offering fun, friendship, and inclusion at a variety of clubs, events and outings. Our Side by Side volunteer drivers will be able to commit to driving our members to and from a weekly social club held at the Salvation Army Hall in Saffron Walden every Wednesday from 6:30pm to 8:30pm. 

 

You will be driving the same individual (s) every week following our Transport Policy guidelines and will be given sufficient information in order to fulfil the role. We offer reimbursement for mileage to all of our drivers, claimed on a monthly basis.

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You will need to have a current full UK drivers licence, and be fully insured to drive your own vehicle which will be safe and roadworthy. No previous experience in the field is required - but you must be willing to learn and to complete our induction process (with support if required).

 

All of our volunteers must have an enhanced DBS certificate which will be organised by our charity at no cost to you. 

 

Please contact us for more information and/or an application form admin@saffronwaldenmencapsociety.org

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