Volunteering, Vacancies and Training opportunities within SABN

SABN employ 4 paid part-time staff to work within the Network, but without the huge support from our dedicated team of volunteers we would not be able to provide our services within the community. We value our team. 

Are you looking to go back to work and feel that experience and skills are high on the agenda? Within SABN we can offer you opportunities to gain experience to work in different environments, gain people skills, communication, team building, administration, etc.

SABN are looking for qualified counsellors:
• working towards their BACP accreditation and/or
• accredited counsellors who can offer their services on a voluntary basis. We offer counselling to bereaved adults during the day and evening in St Albans. If you are interested, please send in a cover letter and your CV for the attention of Vivian Lawman, Network Manager or email to josabn@hotmail.co.uk or telephone 01727-841914 for more details.

We are currently recruiting two permanent members of staff:

NETWORK ADMINISTRATOR (5 mornings a week - 20 hours)

As a result of the retirement of our current Network Administrator, we are looking to recruit an experienced administrator to be responsible for all aspects of running our office including facilities, databases and financial administration. You will also be involved in the promotion of the Network, grant and fundraising activities, supporting our Clinical staff and acting as Secretary to our Trustees. Reporting to our Network Manager, you will have a proven background in office administration with good IT and database skills and the ability to manage and motivate others as part of a team. Good communication skills, both oral and written are essential. This is an excellent opportunity for someone who can commit to a long term role that can grow and who wishes to use their skills working for a small respected local charity. Some flexibility will be required over hours to allow for meetings etc.
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ADMINISTRATION ASSISTANT (2 mornings a week – 8 hours)

We are also looking to recruit an Administration Assistant to support our office team. The position involves general office administrative duties and the candidate will be expected to have good I.T. skills including word processing, email, internet, as well as familiarity with spread sheets and databases. You will also be involved in helping to arrange some of the Network's fundraising events. APPLICATIONS Please apply with CV and names of two referees to St Albans & District Bereavement Network, PO Box 671, St Albans AL1 3ZX or email: admin@sabn.org.uk.
Closing Date: 25 Jan. Interviews: w/c 6 Feb Our offices are close to St Albans railway station, with parking available.

Voluntary vacancies

Supporting Bereaved Children & Young People in the St Albans District - Click here for more information.

Work within our offices as a member of our Office Support Team – part-time hours available. Between 9.30am – 4.30pm, Monday to Friday.

Visitors to visit and support bereaved clients in their own homes.

Qualified counsellors/therapists can apply anytime.

We are seeking dedicated individuals who have experience of working with children to join our existing Children’s Team. There are a number of different ways in which you can contribute to our work:

Visiting children at home, or supporting them at school

Supporting parents, carers, school staff, teenagers, young adults

Supporting children and their carers in groups