Survivor Support Volunteer

Role Title:
Survivor support volunteer

Organisation:
Surviving in Scrubs

Location:
Remote with occasional in person team meeting/events.

Time Commitment:
Approximately 4-6 hours per week, with flexibility depending on demand

Attend monthly virtual whole team volunteer meeting.

Start Date:

September 2026

Duration of Role: 

24 months (Sept 2026 – Sept 2028) 

About Us

Surviving in Scrubs is a UK based campaign dedicated to raising awareness of sexism, sexual harassment, and sexual assault within the healthcare workforce. The campaign was founded in 2022 by two survivors of sexual violence NHS doctors Becky Cox and Chelcie Jewitt. Through our platform, we share anonymous survivor stories to highlight the scale and impact of these issues, while advocating for cultural and systemic change across healthcare organisations. By amplifying voices that have often been silenced, we raise the survivor experience and are dedicated to creating a healthcare workplace where everyone feels safe at work.

Role Overview

We are looking for a motivated and reliable volunteer to join us as a survivor support volunteer responsible for developing and coordinating initiatives within the campaign that support survivors of sexual violence in healthcare. As a survivor led campaign we want to grow the support we offer to survivors to ensure that we have a community of support.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop, lead the planning and delivery of projects aimed at supporting survivors
• Develop and moderate a virtual survivor space to provide informal support such as a Facebook group for survivors
• Ensure all work is trauma-informed, respectful, and aligned with safeguarding principles
• Coordinate with team members, partners, and relevant organisations where appropriate
• Oversee project timelines, tasks, and outcomes
• Support the creation of resources, events, or spaces designed for survivor support
• Monitor impact and gather feedback to inform ongoing improvements

What We’re Looking For

Applications are welcome from anyone working in healthcare clinical or non-clinical whether you are studying, training or working. Whether you are a nurse, porter, physiotherapist, secretary, doctor etc. We would like to establish a broad volunteer team that reflects the many different roles of people working or studying in healthcare.

• Experience in project coordination or community work working with people with lived experience of sexual violence (desirable)
• Excellent communication and interpersonal awareness
• Understanding of trauma-informed approaches and safeguarding practices
• Ability to handle sensitive topics with care and discretion
• Commitment to the campaign’s values and a survivor-centred approach
• Strong organisational skills
• Completed safeguarding level 2 training
• DBS registered  

What You’ll Gain

• Opportunity to lead the design and development of support resources for survivors.
• Be part of a supportive team
• Make a positive impact to support women working and studying in healthcare
• Experience of working in a national campaign, guiding the campaign and our impact
• Letter of recommendation at end of term

Support & Training

There will be an in person on boarding day at the start of the role with other new volunteers to get to meet the team and receive training on the campaign and your role.

Expenses

Travel expenses for Surviving in Scrubs events and other events where we have requested your attendance as part of your role as a volunteer will be reimbursed. 

How to Apply

To apply, please email info@survivinginscrubs.co.uk with:

• A short statement (400-500 words) about why you’re interested titled as “Application for [role you are interested in]
• Any relevant experience

Deadline: [Insert date]

Equal Opportunities Statement

We welcome applications from everyone, regardless of background, identity, or experience. We’re committed to creating an inclusive and supportive environment where all volunteers feel valued and respected. We particularly encourage applications from people who are underrepresented in our organisation and the healthcare community.

If you need any adjustments or support during the application process or while volunteering with us, please let us know—we’re happy to help.