Opportunities at Kingston Voluntary Action

Lead a service that makes a real difference!

Eco-op provides person-centred activities, opportunities and support to help people with learning disabilities, mental health needs and neurodiversity build confidence, independence, wellbeing and meaningful community connections.

We are looking for someone to build on the successes of our manager who is retiring after 7 years in the role to take Eco-op (A project of Kingston Voluntary Action) into the next phase of its development. 

If you are a proven manager with the ability to lead strategically, build partnerships and, above all, ensure the delivery of safe, high-quality services that place people at the heart of everything we do then please apply.

Join us and help create opportunities, choice and independence for local people while leading one of Kingston Voluntary Action’s most valued community services.

We're looking for someone who has:

  • Proven experience managing teams and services
  • A strong commitment to person-centred support and inclusion
  • Excellent leadership and partnership-building skills
  • Knowledge of safeguarding, risk management and Adult Social Care
  • The ability to drive service development, manage resources and demonstrate impact.

Location: Kingston upon Thames

Salary: £39,330.00 FTE (£31,464 pro rata for 28 hours)+5% pension contribution

Hours: 35 hours

Contract: Permanent

Closing date: 17 September 2026, 23:59

Job Description and Person Specification.

Equal Opportunities Form

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To apply you must complete the application form. Please note CVs will not be considered. If you have any questions about the role, please contact Sanja.djerickane@kva.org.uk

The Larch is seeking volunteers to assist us in running our social club for adults with autism. Please see Larch Volunteering - Kingston Eco-op
To apply for the Larch, please click here. To discuss volunteering at the Larch, call Leeni Szalay-Winter on 07393378833 or email leeni@kingstoneco-op.org.uk

The Buddy Scheme is seeking volunteers to support our service users by accompanying them to various leisure activities. Please see Buddy Scheme Volunteering.
For more information, please call 020 8255 8068 or email buddyscheme@kva.org.uk 

Kingston Surplus Hub is looking for enthusiastic volunteers to support our hub in a variety of hands-on roles: Please see Kingston Surplus Food Hub Volunteering.
For more information, please e-mail emma.idris@kva.org.uk.

If you would like to volunteer with Kingston Voluntary Action, please fill out the form below: 
KVA Volunteering Expression of Interest

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Home-Start RKH is currently recruiting a Fundraising Volunteer Role . For more information, please contact  jointheteam@homestart-rkh.org.uk. 

Oxygen are recruiting:
Kingston Street Pastors Coordinator.  Closing date 6th September 2026.
Head of Youth and Work Mission.         Closing date 27th September 2026.
Barnfield RDA  are recruiting volunteers for weekday sessions.
Kingston Carers Network are recruiting for Volunteers to join their team. 

Kingston Disability Network are recruiting for a Treasurer and External Communications/Social Media Manager - both roles voluntary.

Hestia are looking for a Gardening Volunteer.

Man&Boy Engagement Coordinators - MAN&BOY is recruiting for two Engagement Coordinator roles to join our small, ambitious team. Both roles are central to the delivery of our programmes, supporting boys and families, working with referral partners and leading volunteers to create meaningful experiences and lasting impact.