Children & Young People Social Prescribing Link Worker
Do you want to have a positive impact on children and their families?
We are CCP, an independent charity of around 250 staff and 100 volunteers across multiple counties and our purpose is to prevent the causes and reduce the effects of homelessness, family breakdown and exclusion.
Our team is expanding, and we have a new opportunity that might be suited to you.
The role of a Children & Young People Social Prescribing Link Worker is to provide a diverse range of support services to children, young people and families who are referred to the service through GP Practices. The post holder will empower individuals to take control of their health and wellbeing through referral to non-medical ‘link workers’ who give time, focus on ‘what matters to me’ and take a holistic approach, connecting people to community groups and statutory services for practical and emotional support. The role will work across the TWNS PCN. This role will primarily be based in the Newent and Staunton areas.
Duties include:
Taking referrals from health care professionals and referrals from a wide range of agencies, working with GP practices, pharmacies, multi-disciplinary teams, hospital discharge teams, allied health professionals, police, job centres, social care services, housing associations, and voluntary, community and social enterprise (VCSE) organisations.
Working within communities, to establish needs based on a whole family assessment and contribute to forming a robust action plan agreed with the family and other key agencies.
Assisting individuals to take decisions on what type of support they require that best meets their health and wellbeing needs. This will involve using a range of behavioural change techniques such as; motivational interviewing, health coaching and strength-based approaches to determine their skills, interests and motivation.
Co-producing and implementing strength-based Personal Development Plans & Family Plans based on their priorities, interests, values and motivations – including what they can expect from the groups, activities and services they are being connected to and what they can do for themselves to improve their health and wellbeing.
Providing a range of interventions that support the agreed outcomes such as parenting skills, behavioural, anger management and social isolation.
You'll need to be a car driver with access to your own car.
About Us
Established in 1989, Caring for Communities and People (CCP) is a registered charity propelled by an unwavering commitment to addressing homelessness, family breakdown, and social exclusion. We are driven by our values-based approach, caring deeply about the individuals and families we serve. Our supportive programs aim at developing long-term solutions to societal challenges. Over the years, we've consistently made tangible impacts in communities across Gloucestershire, Worcestershire, Herefordshire, South Gloucestershire, Bristol, Wiltshire, Dorset, and Devon.
What We Offer
At CCP, you're not simply entering a workplace; you're immersing yourself in an exceptional and nurturing environment. Our unwavering commitment to your growth is evident in our meticulously designed, personalised training pathways aimed at propelling your career to new heights. Join a community of seasoned professionals who are genuinely excited about supporting your progress. Make the transformative choice for your career—choose CCP.
Why join us?
- 25 daysholiday, plus public holidays, with an additional day added per year and option to purchase more^
- Enhancedpension (5% employer contribution)
- Enhancedsick pay (up to 30 days full pay and 30 days half pay)
- Life Assurance cover(3 times your annual salary in the event of your death)
- Freesubscription to Benenden healthcare cashback plan or Perkbox discounts
- 45p Business Mileage^^
- Investors in People Goldaccredited employer, committed to making the workplace better for you.
- Comprehensive induction and ongoing training and development.
- Option to join various groups, including Proud2Be, Green Impact, Health & Safety, and Health and Wellbeing.
- In-house Workplace Welfare Managerfor support when needed.
(Benefits are for contracted staff only not bank workers)
Are Your Values Aligned with Ours?
We look for staff who embody our SPIRIT values:
Show gratitude and appreciation of others.
Demonstrate personal and professional pride.
Integrity is everything.
Reflect and learn.
Continuous improvement.
Take your best self wherever you go.
How to Apply
If you're ready to make a meaningful difference and share our values, click the apply button to start your journey with CCP.
Position: Social Prescribing Link Worker - CYP ( Job ID 1108)
Hours: 22.5-26.5 hours per week, exact days to be discussed at interview
Contract: Fixed term until 31st March 2027
Location: TWNS PCN
Pay: £27,500 per year
Closing Date: 11:59pm 24th July 2026 - CCP reserves the right to close the job advert early if needed.
CCP is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all.
Our robust Safeguarding Policy guides our recruitment process. We adopt a consistent and thorough process of safer recruitment to ensure that people who are unsuitable to work with children, young people and adults are prevented from doing so.
We believe in the rehabilitative power of employment and working toward a purpose, so a prior conviction will not necessarily prevent you from joining CCP. Please note this role is subject to satisfactory pre-employment checks and also an enhanced check by the Disclosure & Barring Services, paid for by CCP.
Please review the attached job attachments for further insights.
^Annual Leave entitlement will be pro-rata for Part-time staff. Working on public holidays due to a rota pattern will be compensated with time off in lieu. An extra day of leave accrues for each completed financial year (capped at 5). Purchasing additional holidays is capped at 5 per year.
^^Contracted staff only. Business mileage (45p a mile) is paid for any daily miles over and above the distance from your home to the allocated workplace location and back. You'll need a well-maintained vehicle with valid tax, MOT and Insurance covering business use.
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