Community Engagement and Development Worker

Community Engagement and Development Worker

BHA is a leading health and social care charity that works to challenge health inequalities and support individuals, families and communities to improve their health and well-being. BHA are seeking a passionate and motivated Community Engagement & Development Worker, committed to improving the sexual health outcomes for Black, Asian and Ethnic Minority communities. You will be joining a friendly, creative, and dedicated collaborative team who are determined to reduce sexual health inequalities and challenge HIV related stigma and discrimination.

Overview of the area of work:

• Develop and deliver community engagement initiatives and sexual health promotion interventions.

• Raise awareness of sexual and reproductive health issues (via digital and community-based engagement).

• Ensure people from all communities can access HIV testing and other prevention tools so that no-one is left behind.

• Provide culturally appropriate information and advice suitable and accessible for a wide range of communities with complex needs aimed at improving knowledge, confidence and influencing behaviour.

Contract type: Fixed term until 30 June 2027 with the possibility of extension subject to funding.

Benefits of working with BHA:

• 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays pro rata

• Birthday leave

• Employee Assistant programme (includes income protection)

• Enhanced maternity and paternity pay

• Cycle to work scheme

• Enhanced occupational sick pay

• Flexible working

elisabete@thebha.org.ukto arrange an informal telephone discussion. You can apply by completing the Application Form below and sending it to recruitment@thebha.org.uk

Deadline for applications:Sunday 22nd of February 2026

Interviews:Monday 2nd of March 2026

Hours28 hours per week

SalarySalary NJC SCP 12-22 range, which is £28,598 - £33,699 per annum pro rata (Actual £22,878.40 - £26,959.20)

LocationGreater Manchester

Other information:

• Please note CVs will not be accepted

• Applicants must be eligible to work in the UK

• Due to the nature of this post, Enhanced Disclosure & Barring Service will be conducted on the successful applicant.
• We are committed to creating an inclusive workplace that values equality, diversity, and inclusion.  We welcome applications that represent the rich diversity of the communities we serve.  As a disability confident employer, we actively work to remove any barriers. Therefore, if you have a disability and have any particular requirements to enable you to participate in the application process, please email recruitment@thebha.org.ukat any stage.

Community Engagement and Development Worker Job Description