Category: Job Opportunities

We are looking for a passionate and motivated Community Engagement Officer to play a central role in delivering the Open Arms project across Rotherham.

Location: Rotherham Borough 
Hours: Full-time, 37 hours per week (flexible, some evening/weekend work required) 
Contract: fixed term until 31^st March 2027 (initially) with further 2 years expected thereafter.
Salary: £26,362 per annum, pro rata 

You will work directly with local communities to build trust, increase engagement, and support residents affected by the ongoing cost-of-living challenges. 
 
This is a varied, people‑focused role, ideal for someone who enjoys working in community settings, developing partnerships, and making a tangible difference to people’s lives. 

Key responsibilities include: 

• Leading the delivery and development of the Open Arms project in community venues 
• Creating safe, welcoming and inclusive spaces through drop‑ins and community events 
• Carrying out outreach to engage a diverse range of residents 
• Providing information, advice and signposting around cost‑of‑living and financial wellbeing issues 
• Working closely with Citizens Advice Rotherham and other partners to ensure joined‑up support 
• Supporting and signposting volunteers to become active Volunteer Champions 
• Collecting monitoring data and contributing to reports for funders and stakeholders 
• Acting as an ambassador for the project within the community 

About you 

You will have experience of working with communities in a front‑facing or engagement role, with the ability to build positive relationships with people from a wide range of backgrounds. You will be organised, empathetic, and confident working both independently and as part of a team. 
 
You will also have: 

• Experience delivering or supporting community activities or projects 
• Strong communication and listening skills 
• An understanding of safeguarding and equality principles 
• Confidence using digital tools such as Office 365 and online communication platforms 
• A willingness to work flexibly, including occasional evenings and weekends 
• The ability to travel across Rotherham Borough 

What we offer 

• A rewarding role making a real difference in local communities 
• Supportive management and opportunities for training and development 
• The chance to be part of a collaborative, values-driven project 

This role is subject to an Enhanced DBS check. 

How to apply 

For further details and to request an application pack, please contact: Sarah Fletcher on 07538 625113 or email sarah.fletcher@rotherfed.org

Interviews are expected to take place in early July, however, will review applications as they come in and may invite candidates to interview earlier, with reasonable notice.  This vacancy may close sooner than advertised if we receive enough applications.

Job Description

Rotherham Federation are seeking an experienced Community Grants Officer to support Rotherham communities to grow and develop, building the confidence of local people to strengthen their communities.

Salary: £30,257 per annum

Hours: Full-time (37 hours per week)

Contract: 12-month fixed term (initially)

Location: Across Rotherham Borough

Responsible to: Community Grants Project Manager

About the Role

The Community Grants Support Officer will play a key role in supporting community groups through every stage of the grants process – from developing ideas and applying for funding, to delivering, monitoring, and evaluating their projects.

• Provide 1:1 support to groups applying for small grants, including eligibility guidance and application support.
• Recruit, train, and develop a resident-led grants panel.
• Deliver workshops, outreach sessions, and information events to promote funding opportunities.
• Support funded groups to manage their projects, monitor progress, and stay within budget.
• Collect monitoring information, case studies and evidence of impact.
• Build strong relationships with local partners and networks.
• Maintain accurate records of applications, funded projects and outcomes.

About You

• Experience supporting community groups or delivering community-based projects.
• Knowledge of grant processes including budgeting, eligibility and monitoring.
• Strong time-management and the ability to juggle multiple deadlines.
• Confidence in communicating with residents, partners and voluntary sector organisations.
• Ability to prepare simple budgets and summarise monitoring information.
• Commitment to inclusion, community empowerment and high-quality service delivery.

Additional Requirements

• Ability to work across the borough.
• Willingness to work occasional evenings/weekends.
• Full clean driving license and access to a car.
• Willingness to undertake an Enhanced DBS check.

How to Apply

For further details and to request an application pack, please contact: Sarah Fletcher on 07538 625113 or email sarah.fletcher@rotherfed.org

Closing date for applications: Monday 6^th July 2026 @10am

Interviews will be held on: Thursday 9^th July 2026

Job Description

Rotherham Federation is seeking an experienced, motivated and highly organised Community Project Manager to lead the successful delivery of our Community Grants Programme, supporting Rotherham communities to grow and develop, and build the confidence of local people to strengthen their communities.

Salary: £36,274 per annum

Hours: Full time – 37 hours per week

Contract: 12‑month fixed term (initially)

Location: Across Rotherham Borough

Responsible to: RotherFed Project Manager

About the Role

The Community Grants Project Manager will be responsible for coordinating all aspects of the Community Grants Programme, ensuring that outputs, outcomes, and reporting requirements are met.

• Lead operational management of the project
• Oversee promotion, applications, assessments and monitoring
• Line-manage and support the Community Grants Support Officer
• Recruit, train and support a resident grants panel
• Provide guidance to community groups and partner organisations
• Maintain accurate monitoring systems and produce regular reports
• Build strong partnerships to maximise project reach and impact
• Organise workshops, information sessions and outreach activities

About You

We are looking for someone who can bring strong coordination, communication and organisational skills to a complex, multi‑stakeholder project. You will have:

• Experience managing community‑based projects
• Experience of grant management and monitoring
• Experience working with voluntary/community sector partners
• Strong analytical and reporting skills
• Excellent communication skills
• Strong time‑management skills
• Commitment to equality, inclusion and community empowerment

Additional Requirements

• Ability to work across the borough.
• Willingness to work occasional evenings/weekends.
• Full clean driving license and access to a car.
• Willingness to undertake an Enhanced DBS check.

How to Apply

For further details and to request an application pack, please contact: Sarah Fletcher on 07538 625113 or email sarah.fletcher@rotherfed.org

Closing date for applications: Monday 6^th July 2026 @ 10am

Interviews will be held on:  Thursday 9^th July 2026

Job Description

Community Support Worker – Full Time 37 hours                                    

Salary – £23,468 per annum – fixed term until December 2023

Rotherham Federation are seeking an experienced Community Support Worker to join their team to work on the “Making Our Money Go Further” project supporting community groups to form, develop and improve their skills, knowledge, and resilience in relation to money management.   

Duties and Responsibilities

• Promote the Making Our Money Go Further project and support the formation of community groups.
• To support groups and individuals with money management matters, improving their skills and knowledge and reducing their stress and anxiety.
• Provide planned and ad-hoc support to community groups formed through the Making Our Money Go Further project including delivering face to face and online/digital sessions.
• Work in partnership with Citizens Advice Rotherham and refer clients for one-to-one advice sessions.
• Recruit, train, and support volunteers to develop their confidence and skills, and become “Money Champions”.
• Support and train other service providers to develop their knowledge and skills regarding Money Management.
• Monitor the impact and effectiveness of the work through agreed monitoring and data capture systems.
• To deliver and report on specific targets and outputs as determined by funding requirements.

The successful candidate will have a minimum of 1 years’ experience of providing support and guidance to groups and individuals in a community-based setting.

For further details and to request an application pack, please contact: Sarah Fletcher on 07538 625113 or email sarah.fletcher@rotherfed.org

The closing date for applications is 26th September 2022 at 10am with interviews held on 30^th September 2022.  Shortlisted applicants will be contacted on the 26^thSeptember and invited to an interview.

TBC – Interviews will be face to face or held online via Zoom or Teams.

Successful candidates will have a DBS check carried out.

Appointment will be subject to suitable references.