BOLTON COMMUNITY AND VOLUNTARY SERVICES

Recruitment Pack FarnworthDevelopment OfficerA message from the CEOThank you for expressing an interest in joining the Bolton CVS Team!This information pack includes key information about ourorganisation, the role and contact details for more information.Bolton CVS exists to deliver support to Bolton’s voluntary, communityand social enterprise (VCSE) sector; and to ensure the sector,wherever possible, is a valued partner in co-designing and co-producing services across our borough. The impact of the VCSE sector extends to all areas of life; deliveringvaluable preventative services that help keep people well, buildingstronger communities and environments and empowering peoplethrough education and training. We want you to help us ensure wehave a well-networked, robust and diverse VCSE sector in Bolton, forgenerations to come.It’s important that Bolton CVS ensures the sector has access toinformation, support and connectivity; to effectively plan and buildsustainable, inclusive services that meet the needs of beneficiariesnow and in the future.I want us to continually evolve to meet the needs of people andcommunities across the borough, and I’m excited that we’re able torecruit to this post; creating further opportunities for collaboration,partnership and growth.Bolton CVS is a great team to be part of and we embrace flexible andagile working practices, so that we can provide the best offer we canto the people that we exist to support.                                       I wish you the best of luck in your application.                           Dawn                                       Dawn Yates-Obé (Chief Executive)A little bit about us...Bolton CVS provides tailored, intensive and qualityaccredited support to the voluntary, community, andsocial enterprise sector in Bolton. We have anestablished and nationally accredited volunteeringservices offer, an amazing array of grant andinvestments programmes and offer policy, engagementand research support services. We champion the roleand need for charities and community organisationsand share this information through our communications,our forums, workshops, events and through our one-to-one support with groups, organisations andcommunities. We also proactively seek opportunities tocollaborate with the 10GM partnership: www.10gm.org.ukTo work alongside Bolton'sVoluntary, Community andSocial Enterprise sector;supporting them to do whatthey exist to do, as well asthey possibly can.CORE PURPOSEOUR VALUESWe are collaboratorsWe mutually build lastingrelationships and shareknowledge to achieve the  greatest impact in ourcommunities.We are evolvingWe proactively seekopportunities to learn,develop new ideas andadapt so that we, andthose we support, respondto change in relevant  andsustainable ways.We are hereWe are committed toproviding timely support toencourage, motivate andguide organisations infurther developing the skillsand confidence to do whatthey do best.We are influencersWe positively contribute todecisions, boldlyadvocating that the VCSEsector is heard and valuedas an equal partner.We are progressiveCollectively, we look to thefuture and explore newways of doing things,  withinclusivity and equity at thecore.At Bolton CVS we recognise that inorder for a VCSE sector to thrive, itmust be connected, supported andengaged. Everything we dofocusses on our key strategicpriorities of ‘building strength’ and‘building capacity’ in Bolton’svoluntary and community sectorand is underpinned by our fourstrategic objectives:  Promoting quality and equalityin BoltonBuilding capacity and strengthin BoltonInfluencing change in BoltonPreparing for the future inBoltonWe currently have over 30employees supporting our workacross all activities andprogrammes, and we're governedby a Board of Trustees who donatetheir time to provide strategicleadership for the organisation andassess financial and operationalperformance. The work and activity of Bolton CVSis focused on 3 key strategic  areas:Leadership & AdvocacyCapacity BuildingPartnership & CollaborationWho we areAbout the role        Job Title     Farnworth Development OfficerSalary:Hours:Responsible to:Responsible for:Contract:£16,046.83 (FTE £26,744.73) + 7% pensioncontribution + health package + hybrid workingoptions21 hours p/w (0.6 FTE)Senior Development OfficerVolunteers12 month fixed-termWhy this role is importantThe support we offer to groups and organisations throughout their journey is acrucial part of our work at Bolton CVS. It includes every stage of that journeyand is fundamental in building and enabling the vibrant and diverse VCSEsector we have in Bolton. This role will focus on organisations who are based inand/or work with residents in Farnworth; many of which are likely to apply forfunding via the newly developed Farnworth Fund (administered by the Funding& Grants Team at Bolton CVS).As a Development Officer you will play your part in making sure groups andorganisations have the advice and support they need to run safely andsustainably. You will work with colleagues across the organisation and with ourpartners to give the best advice, support and training possible, building uprelationships and networks along the way. Your knowledge will be key inensuring that we continue to empower groups to grow and develop and for thepeople involved to gain the skills they need to do this. Your work will directlycontribute to ensuring Bolton CVS’ offer to its members and the wider sector isrelevant, engaging and of the highest quality.About the roleRole SummaryThis role will focus on VCSE groups and organisations based, and deliveringservices, in Farnworth. The Farnworth Board are coordinating a proposal to thegovernment for a Pride in Place investment into Farnworth which will include thesetting up of a grants programme, the Farnworth Fund. This will involvesupporting groups to apply for the new Farnworth Fund and working with thosegroups to ensure they are fully funding ready. It will include strengtheninggovernance, safeguarding, health and safety, project planning, budgeting,recruiting and managing volunteers through both 1-to-1 and group sessions.You will also actively support organisations to secure additional external grantfunding from other sources and work closely with unsuccessful applicants toidentify alternative funding streams. You can find more information about Pridein Place (called Focus in Farnworth) here. The role will also involve nurturing new collaborations between existing and newgroups to help build a stronger and more connected local VCSE sector. You willbe meeting groups face to face out in the community, in The Bolton Hub andonline. Typical advice and support would include, but is not limited to,safeguarding, governance, volunteering, being ready for funding andmeasuring impact. You do not need to be a specialist in each of these areas asyou will be working closely with established members of the team to furtherdevelop your skills, knowledge and understanding. Having an understandingand/or first-hand experience of working or volunteering in the VCSE sector isimportant. Build meaningful relationships so that you can understand the needs anddynamics of the groups and make sure that we give the right support at theright time.Promote the services, training and opportunities provided by Bolton CVS (andother partners as appropriate) and know when to involve your colleagues inproviding that support.Contribute to developing and delivering the Bolton CVS training programme,ensuring that it is appropriate for the needs of the sector now and into thefutureAttend and contribute to meetings, sharing knowledge, skills, information andideas, and make the most of every opportunity to network and connect withstakeholders. Your knowledge of the sector and relationships with VCSE sector groups andorganisations will help to keep us informed of issues which may influence andshape Bolton CVS’ offer. About the roleWe're looking for someone who:Understands the strengths and value of Bolton’s incredible VCSE sector, as welltheir needs and the challenges they often face.  Will be passionate about, and dedication to, supporting a thriving andsustainable VCSE sector. Working closely with other members of the Bolton CVS team, you will furtherdevelop your skills and understanding of key topics relevant to the sector.Having an existing foundational understanding of these would be beneficial.  Will be committed to your own professional development and growth to gainnew skills and knowledge and understand the importance of workingcollaboratively as part of a growing and progressive organisation. Has the confidence to deal with challenging situations whilst always ensuringthat the best advice and support is provided. We want someone whosebehaviour and practice reflects the values we have at Bolton CVS. You can read more about our Purpose and Values on the Bolton CVS website. Recruitment processIf you believe you can fulfil the role summary, we’d love to hear from you!Please email a Supporting Statement which describes how you meet the thingslisted in the ‘We’re looking for someone who:’ section, plus your CV (2 pagesmax) to recruitment@boltoncvs.org.uk.The closing date is 23:59 on Sunday 11th January 2026. Interviews for this post will take place on Tuesday 20 January 2026.  If youcannot make that date, please let us know on your personal statement.However, we cannot guarantee we will be able to accommodate interviews onalternative dates.thFor an informal conversation regarding this post, please contactrecruitment@boltoncvs.org.uk before submitting your documentation.   At Bolton CVS we are passionate about ensuring that everyone has a fairchance and that they are treated equally. As an employer, we actively seek toensure that our workforce reflects the communities we serve, recognising thatthis makes us better able to understand their needs and priorities. We respectand celebrate everyone’s differences and do not discriminate against peopleon the basis of age, disability, gender reassignment, marriage and civilpartnership, race, religion and belief, sex or sexual orientation. We work hard tocreate supportive, accessible environments and actively challenge inequality.If you should require access to these documents in alternative formats, or ifyou have comments that would support us to improve access to ourapplication processes more generally, please do not hesitate to contact us viarecruitment@boltoncvs.org.uk or telephone us on 01204 546 010.Recruitment InformationAbout the roleEquity, Diversity, Inclusion & BelongingWe want to make the work we are doing around Equity, Diversity, Inclusion &Belonging (EDIB) relevant to us. We are committed to being an example to the VCSE sector by applying bestworking practices in all areas of work. This is why we need to ensure that webetter understand and reflect on the communities we support. We ask you to complete this form and submit this survey to us. All datacollected will be anonymous and used to help shape our EDIB Strategy. If you have any questions or further feedback, please do not hesitate to contactBolton CVS via recruitment@boltoncvs.org.ukBolton CVSThe Bolton HubBold StreetBoltonBL1 1LSContact usemail:web:tel:recruitment@boltoncvs.org.ukwww.boltoncvs.org.uk01204 546 010