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Role: Bristol Befriending Coordinator

Contract: Permanent contract

Location: The Vassall Centre and in the community

Salary: £16,449 - £18,160 (based on full-time salary of £27,415 - £30,267) per annum, starting at the beginning of the scale (2025 pay review pending)

Hours: 22.5 hours per week

We are looking for a passionate and dynamic Bristol Befriending Coordinator to become part of our committed team, supporting Disabled children and young people. In this fulfilling role, you will lead the coordination of our Befriending service in Bristol.

The ideal candidate will bring energy, creativity, and empathy to the role, paired with a deep understanding of the challenges faced by Disabled young people and their families. If you are dedicated to making a meaningful impact and fostering inclusive opportunities, we’d love to hear from you!

If you apply for this role and are also interested in the B&NEs Befriending and Groups Coordinator role, we can consider you for both roles at the interview on 30th April.

How to apply

Please apply here: Application form

As well as completing the application form, please fill out this Equalities Monitoring form and attach it at the end of the application form.

We will accept video applications to [email protected]

The deadline for application is 9am on Tuesday 22nd April.

Interviews will take place on Wednesday 30th April.

Please contact our recruitment team to discuss any access needs by emailing: [email protected] or Telephone 0117 9479911 and choose option 2.

WECIL is committed to the safeguarding and welfare of adults, children and young people with care needs and expects its staff and volunteers to share this commitment. 

This role will be subject to an enhanced DBS check.

WECIL particularly encourages applications from under-represented groups (e.g. Disabled people, people from black and minority ethnic groups, LGBTQ+ people).

As disability confident leaders, all applicants who meet the essential criteria for this position will be guaranteed an interview.

For more information about the role, please read the attached file below:

Bristol Befriending Coordinator - Job Description - Apr25 

Role: B&NES Befriending and Groups Coordinator

Contract: Permanent contract

Location: The Vassall Centre

Salary: £21,932 - £24,214 (based on full-time salary of £27,415 - £30,267) per annum, starting at the beginning of the scale (2025 pay review pending)

Hours: 30 per week

We are seeking an enthusiastic and dynamic B&NES Coordinator to join our dedicated team, supporting Disabled children and young people. In this rewarding role, you will oversee the befriending service and play and youth groups we run across Bath and North East Somerset. The ideal candidate will be energetic, fun, and compassionate, with a strong understanding of the challenges faced by Disabled young people and their families. If you're passionate about making a difference and creating inclusive opportunities, we'd love to hear from you!

If you apply for this role and are also interested in the B&NEs Befriending and Groups Coordinator (Bristol Befriending Coordinator) role, we can consider you for both roles at the interview on 30th April.

How to apply:

Please apply here: Application form

As well as completing the application form, please fill out this Equalities Monitoring form and attach it at the end of the application form.

We will accept video applications to [email protected] 

The deadline for application is 9am on Tuesday 22nd April

Interviews will take place on Wednesday 30th April. 

Please contact our recruitment team to discuss any access needs by emailing: [email protected] or Telephone 0117 9479911 and choose option 2. 

WECIL is committed to the safeguarding and welfare of adults, children and young people with care needs and expects its staff and volunteers to share this commitment.   

This role will be subject to an enhanced DBS check. 

WECIL particularly encourages applications from under-represented groups (e.g. Disabled people, people from black and minority ethnic groups, LGBTQ+ people). 

As disability confident leaders, all applicants who meet the essential criteria for this position will be guaranteed an interview. 

For more information about the role, please read the attached file below: Job Description and Person Specification   

South Glos Support Worker

Salary: £12.24 per hour plus 12.07% annual leave entitlement
Hours: Sessional

Do you have a passion for working with Disabled Children and Young People?

WECIL are recruiting for an enthusiastic Sessional Support Worker to deliver regular one to one sessions, to Disabled Children and Young People (some with complex needs and/or challenging behaviour) in South Gloucestershire. This may be in the family home or the community.

The ideal candidate will be confident in working with Disabled Children and Young People in a 1:1 environment.

Job Description

Person Specification 

 

Bristol and Bath Sessional Youth Workers

Salary: £12.24 per hour  plus 12.07% annual leave entitlement
Hours: Sessional

Do you have a passion for working with young disadvantaged and Disabled people?

WECIL are recruiting for enthusiastic Sessional Youth Workers to deliver group and one to one youth work sessions to young people with special educational needs and disabilities aged 8 to 13 and 13-19 WECIL deliver evening and weekend sessions across the Bristol and B&NEs area.

The ideal candidate will be confident in working with groups and individuals to provide fun, inclusive activities that support young people to achieve positive outcomes, work toward aspirations and transition to adulthood.

Job Description 

 

Holiday Short Breaks Sessional Support Worker

Salary: £12.24 per hour  plus 12.07% annual leave entitlement
Hours: Sessional

Do you have a passion for working Disabled Children and Young people?

WECIL are recruiting for an enthusiastic Sessional Worker to deliver group and one to one school holiday sessions to Disabled Children and Young People (some with complex needs and/or challenging behaviour) during the school holidays in Bristol and Bath (Southmead) and North East Somerset (Keynsham).

The ideal candidate will be confident in working with Disabled Children and Young People within group and 1:1 environments

Job Description 

Person Specification

 

Please fill in the application form below and clearly state which role you are interested in.

 

Application Form

 

WECIL is committed to the safeguarding and welfare of children and young people and expects its staff and volunteers to share this commitment.

 

This post is subject to an Enhanced DBS check so that any criminal background (including “spent” convictions, bind-over orders or cautions) is disclosed to the organisation. If you are successful in applying for this post, we will ask the DBS for a Disclosure.

The position for which you are applying involves contact with vulnerable groups. It is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and all subsequent amendments (England and Wales).

For this position, you are not entitled to withhold information about police cautions, bind-overs, or any criminal convictions that would otherwise have been considered “spent” under the Act.

Application packs are also available in accessible formats. Please contact our Admin Supervisor to discuss any access needs by emailing [email protected] or telephone 0117 947 9911 and choose option 2.

WECIL particularly encourages applications from under-represented groups (e.g. Disabled people, people from black and minority ethnic groups, LGBTQ+ people).

Volunteering roles

Volunteering at WECIL is a great opportunity to gain new skills, learn about what we do and contribute positively to the lives of Disabled people. We will pay for any out-of-pocket expenses.

We are looking for Adults aged 18+ to volunteer 2-3 hours a week to support a Disabled Child or Young Person across Bristol and B&NEs.

Time2Share@WECIL’s Befriending Service links volunteers 1:1 with a Disabled child/young person. Links are based on shared interests and activities which the volunteer and young person can enjoy doing together.

Our volunteers come from a wide range of backgrounds and ages, you do not need previous experience working with children or Disabled people to become a befriender – you just need to be committed, reliable and fun!

For more information contact us at

Email: [email protected]

Volunteer Befriender Role Description

Application Form

Application Form

We are looking for adults with a Learning Disability and Autism to join our peer advocate volunteer group called Know Your Rights.

Peer advocates support people with similar experiences to have a voice on the things that matter to them. This could be things like getting a job, finding a place to live, looking after your health and much more.

You will learn new skills, have training, meet new people, share your experiences and help others to share theirs and speak out on issues to try to make a difference.

We meet once a month in Fishponds, Bristol. For more information contact Cora Fern by

Email: [email protected]

Telephone: 07973 686389

Role Description

Application Form

 

WECIL are looking for new members to join their existing team of volunteers to help WECIL’s Access & Inclusion Team (WAIT) provide Accessibility Support in Bristol, the South West and Nationally.

You will have lived experienced as a disabled person and a keen interest in improving accessibility for disabled people in Bristol and the surrounding areas.

This is a great opportunity to get your voice heard on improving Disabled People’s access in and around Bristol.”

Role Description

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Trustee roles

For more information visit our Trustee Recruitment page here.

Become a trustee at WECIL and help shape a fairer future for Disabled people.

WECIL (West of England Centre for Inclusive Living) is a Disabled People’s Organisation led by and for Disabled people. We’re looking for new trustees to help steer our mission and drive forward disability equality across the West of England and beyond. We’re proud that over 75% of our Board are Disabled people—and we’re constitutionally committed to keeping lived experience at the heart of our leadership.

What does being a trustee involve? You’ll play a key role in shaping WECIL’s strategic direction, championing our values, and ensuring our services stay rooted in what matters most to Disabled people. You’ll also:

  • Support WECIL’s financial and organisational oversight
  • Help influence services, policy and advocacy
  • Use your experience—lived or professional—to strengthen our work
  • Contribute to one of our sub-committees (Finance, HR, or Quality)

Who we’re looking for: You don’t need to have been a trustee before. If you believe in equality, are ready to speak up, and want to help make lasting change, we want to hear from you and we welcome applications from

  • Disabled people from all backgrounds
  • People with experience in finance, HR, policy or campaigning
  • Anyone who shares our commitment to inclusion and rights-based change

Location: Board meetings take place in Bristol, with hybrid options available.
Time commitment: Around 6 meetings per year, plus optional sub-committee work.
Support: We offer a full induction and ongoing training. Expenses are covered.

Join us and be part of a movement. Together, we can challenge barriers, influence policy, and build a more inclusive society.

How to apply: Click the 'Apply Now' button below. If you would like to arrange an informal discussion with the Chair or Chief Executive before applying, please contact [email protected].

Click here to view the Trustee Role Description

Are you a Disabled person with a finance background who wants to make a difference in the lives of other Disabled People? If you are, then the role of WECIL Treasurer is perfect for you!

The Treasurer will be a member of the Board of Trustees of WECIL Ltd., and will also comply with all terms and conditions set out in the ‘WECIL Trustee Role Description and Specification’.

We are looking for a Treasurer, who is also a Disabled person and can bring their lived experience to the Board of Trustees (at least 75% of our Board must be Disabled people).

How to apply -Please contact Ruth Pickersgill at [email protected] for further information and to arrange an informal discussion with the Chair.

Treasurer Role Description

Treasurer Role Advert

Trustee Role Description

About WECIL

Inclusivity and accessibility are more than just principles—they shape everything we do. As a Disabled People’s Organisation, we have a rich history of advocacy, advice, and peer-led programs. Our culture is driven by the voices and experiences of the Disabled community, creating an environment where everyone feels valued and empowered.

Joining WECIL means being part of a team that is passionate about making a real impact. With opportunities for personal and professional growth, a supportive and inclusive work culture, and the chance to drive meaningful change, WECIL is more than just a workplace—it’s a place to thrive. Be part of our journey towards a more inclusive future.

Transforming workplaces, changing lives

At WECIL, we’re proud to be an inclusive employer committed to:

  • Valuing Disabled people: Building a workplace where employees’ lived experience of disability is recognised as strengthening our service provision, and where the barriers Disabled people face in employment are removed.
  • Welcoming diversity: Encouraging applications from people of all backgrounds to enrich our team and perspectives.
  • Flexible working: Providing adaptable working arrangements tailored to individual needs and circumstances.

By building a culture where everyone feels valued, we not only support our employees but also enhance our ability to serve our community in meaningful ways.

Empowering communities across the region

WECIL proudly supports over 5,000 Disabled people across Bristol, South Gloucestershire, Bath & North East Somerset, and North Somerset. Whether providing accessible employment opportunities, supporting people with disability-related challenges or creating platforms for Disabled people to self-advocate, we are dedicated to fostering a community where everyone can thrive.

A workplace that values you

Working with WECIL means more than just having a job.We foster careers and personal growth in an environment that is supportive and inspiring. Here’s what makes us stand out:

  • Career Development: We invest in your growth through training, mentorship, and opportunities to expand your skills.
  • Inclusive Culture: Experience a workplace where diversity of thought, background, and access needs is celebrated every day.
  • Community Impact: Join a team that drives meaningful change for over 5,000 individuals across the region.
  • Recognition and Wellbeing: We prioritise staff wellbeing, offering mental health support, peer recognition programs, and a work-life balance.

Additional employment benefits

We offer a range of benefits including flexible working options, generous annual and family leave, and opportunities to learn and develop your skills.

  • Annual leave: Staff at WECIL get 30 days of annual leave! Plus 8 bank holidays - that’s a total of 38 days!
  • Enhanced pay and support for new parents: We offer up to 6 months enhanced maternity pay and 4 weeks for paternity/partners leave and are committed to providing a flexible and supportive environment for working parents.
  • Enhanced pension contributions: We will match your contributions into your pension scheme up to 6% of your earnings.
  • Wellbeing support: We offer staff access to the Health Assured scheme which includes a helpline, health checks and counselling support.
  • Learning and development: We will provide you with access to a variety of learning opportunities and professional training so that, whatever your chosen field of work, with the right mix of challenge and support, you’ll gain fantastic experience and room to develop and advance your career.

Be part of the change

Are you ready to make a real impact? At WECIL, we’re actively looking for people who share our commitment to creating a more inclusive and accessible society. Explore our current opportunities today.

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