Social Prescriber

Recruiting Organisation: Age UK West Sussex, Brighton & Hove (AUKWSBH)               

Working hours: 15 hours a week

Location: Arun

Salary : £10,021 pa (£24,720 FTE)

Age UK West Sussex, Brighton & Hove, is an independent local charity working in the community to help older people, their families and their carers. Their vision is to inspire and enable people in West Sussex, Brighton & Hove to Love Later Life. To do this, they provide an array of services and activities that meet the needs and interests of the communities they support, providing opportunities for people to get out, have fun, socialise and build friendships. It really is a great place to work if you really want to make a difference in people’s lives.

The Role

You will be a key member of the Primary Care Network (PCN) multi-disciplinary team within a GP practice or Primary Care Network. You will provide help to patients, empowering them to take control of their health and well-being. The support you give will focus on what matters to the patient, taking a holistic approach to each individuals health and well-being. You will be connecting patients to community groups and services for practical and emotional support.

Benefits

At AUKWSBH we value our people and as such our staff benefits include:

• Flexible Working Option
• Ongoing professional training and development
• 28 days annual leave plus bank holidays (pro-rata for part time staff)
• Eligible for Blue Light discount scheme
• Part of an inclusive and committed team
• Ability to make a genuine positive difference to people’s lives
• 4% auto enrolment pension with Life Assurance

Download job description & person specification:  JD – Social Prescriber

If you need help with completing an application or want to chat, please email recruitment@ageukwestsussex.org.uk

Read More & Apply here.

Closing date:  3 Nov 2023

(They may interview suitable applicants before the closing date and vacancies could close earlier, so please do apply as soon as possible.  Please note that they are unable to accept sponsorship applications and you will need the Right to Work in the UK.)