Southern Brooks is seeking a Team Leader to guide a small team of inspiring and dedicated Social Prescribing Link Workers, based in Kingswood, South Gloucestershire. This full-time 37hpw role offers a salary of £28,841 and the opportunity to be part of a positive and diverse workplace culture. Please note, applications for 30 hours per week will be considered.
Social Prescribing Link Workers work closely with primary care teams to enable individuals to find the support they need in their community to manage their health and well-being. They see people in their local GP practice and community venues and may visit people in their homes, and enable to have more control over their lives, develop skills and give their time to others through involvement in community groups.
As a Team Leader you will lead a small team of Social Prescribing Link Workers within a Primary Care Network (PCN). You will support the Social Prescribing Manager in managing relationships with partners as well as holding a caseload.
In your role as Team Leader, you can expect to:
To apply for this Social Prescribing Team Leader role, you will need knowledge of and experience in leadership, coaching and management of team members and/or teams, along with at least 2 years’ experience of working with people with health and social needs, or community-based work with socially excluded groups. This includes strength-based, trauma-aware and person-centred approaches. You will have experience of managing your own caseload, including supporting people who have complex issues affecting their health and wellbeing The ability to adhere to relevant legislation, good practice, and policies and procedures, including Child Protection, Safeguarding Adults, Health and Safety, Confidentiality, and Equality and Diversity is also essential.
As a vital member of our team and in return for your passion, collaborative approach and commitment, we will provide a favourable salary of £28,841 (pro rata for 30 hpw), excellent annual leave and sickness benefits, and will even give you the day off for your birthday! And you will join a passionate, inclusive, committed and welcoming workplace.
Southern Brooks are a community anchor charity building connections and providing support to strengthen individuals and communities in South Gloucestershire. We deliver high-quality community development and health and wellbeing services that support individuals and communities, helping people achieve what matters to them. Please get in touch with us today.
Apply and register your interest in this Social Prescribing Team Leader position in South Gloucestershire go to: https://southernbrooks.org.uk/social-prescribing-team-leader/
Interviews will be held Monday 23rd September and Wednesday 25th September.