Volunteer & Student Placement Co-Ordinator in Cork
- Salary
- €52,757–€63,110 / year
- Contract
- Other
- Sector
- Public
- Closes
- 1 Nov 2026
About the Role
Corlann, the new name for Brothers of Charity Services Ireland, seeks a Volunteer & Student Placement Co-Ordinator. The role involves developing, coordinating, and overseeing a high-quality volunteer programme and student placement system. The successful candidate will ensure all volunteers and students are recruited, vetted, inducted, supported, and integrated within services. The role requires flexibility in service delivery and teamwork, and the ability to uphold organisational ethos, policy, safeguarding standards, and regulatory requirements. The post holder will actively participate in ensuring day-to-day operations reflect Corlann's ethos and vision, and that all co-workers meet the needs of the people who use the services.
Requirements
The successful candidate must have a relevant third-level qualification at QQI Level 7 or higher in Social Care, Community Development, Humanities, Social Sciences, or a related field. Relevant experience working with adults with intellectual disabilities/autism, supporting or coordinating volunteers or students, and maintaining records or administrative systems is essential. Excellent communication skills, the ability to listen and respond to service users, innovation, creativity, and computer literacy are required. A full clean category “B” Irish driving licence is also necessary. Experience working as a member of a team is essential.
Details
The role is based in the Administrative Centre, Lota, Glanmire, Co. Cork. It is a permanent part-time position (42 hours per fortnight). The salary scale is Admin. Grade V €52,757 - €63,110 including LSI’s pro-rata per annum (Consolidated Scales 1/6/26). The closing date for applications is Sunday 1st November 2026, with interviews scheduled for Friday 20th November 2026. Informal enquiries can be made to Jonathan Lerner, Head of Quality Standards Learning and Development, at +353 87 6038191. Applications should be made online.
How to Apply
Applications should be made online using the ‘Apply’ Link Below
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Frequently asked
- What qualifications are required for the Volunteer & Student Placement Co-Ordinator role?
- A relevant third-level qualification at QQI Level 7 or higher in Social Care, Community Development, Humanities, Social Sciences, or a related field.
- What experience is necessary for this role?
- Relevant experience working with adults with intellectual disabilities/autism, supporting or coordinating volunteers or students, and maintaining records or administrative systems.
- What are the key responsibilities of the Volunteer & Student Placement Co-Ordinator?
- Develop, coordinate, and oversee a high-quality volunteer programme and student placement system, ensuring all volunteers and students are recruited, vetted, inducted, supported, and integrated within services.
- What is the salary range for this position?
- €52,757–€63,110 per year.
- Where is the role located?
- Administrative Centre, Lota, Glanmire, Co. Cork.