Job Introduction
Wellbeing Officer
Salary: £22,448.92 - £23,785.14 per annum plus excellent benefits
Location: Walsall, West Midlands
Contract: Permanent, Part Time, 30 hours per week
Closing Date: 23rd January 2026
Interview Date: 5th February 2026
Help people live well, stay connected and thrive in later life!
Are you passionate about supporting people aged 55 and over to live independently, feel connected and enjoy later life?
We’re inviting people who are interested in a Wellbeing Officer role to attend our Open Day at our Wellbeing Scheme.
Date: Tuesday 27th January 2026
Time: 11:00am – 2:00pm
Location: Lockside Pointe, 1 Lockside Road, Walsall, WS2 8FE
This is a fantastic opportunity to:
- Learn more about our wellbeing schemes
- Meet the team and the people we support
- Discover what a career with whg could look like
Following the Open Day, some attendees will be invited to attend an interview the following week on Thursday 5th February 2026.
About our Wellbeing Schemes
Our wellbeing schemes provide one and two-bedroom apartments for people aged 55+, set within welcoming, supportive communities that want to live independently.
Some of our schemes offer:
- Communal gardens, kitchens and lounges
- A strong sense of community and belonging
- A Wellbeing Officer that is on site, however days and times vary in each scheme but these are only during working hours Monday – Friday.
As a result, customers are able to live independently in their own homes, with the reassurance that help, advice and social connection are close by when needed.
About the Role
As a Wellbeing Officer, you’ll play a vital role in supporting customers aged 55+ who live within our wellbeing schemes or in the wider community.
Focusing on What Matters to each individual, you’ll:
- Provide wellbeing support tailored to individual needs
- Organise and deliver activities that promote independence and connection
- Help reduce loneliness and support people to age well
- Signpost and work alongside partner agencies where appropriate
You’ll be based on site within our wellbeing schemes up to five days a week, working closely with housing colleagues and external partners to provide a joined-up, person-centred service, however a flexible approach is required to work across all schemes within the borough of Walsall and our new site ‘Nightingale House’ in Wolverhamton.
Why attend the Open Day?
- Meet the team and the people we support
- Learn more about the role in an informal, welcoming setting
- Ask questions and gain a real insight into the work
- Decide whether this opportunity is right for you
What’s in it for you?
Working at whg means being part of a team that values flexibility, professional development, and a positive workplace culture. We offer:
- A competitive salary
- 27 days of annual leave (Pro-Rata) plus Christmas shut down
- Access to an annual leave purchase scheme
- Participation in the defined benefit Local Government Pension Scheme or a choice of another great pension scheme
- A health cash plan to enhance your wellbeing and claim back costs of prescriptions, eye care, dental and complementary therapies
- A range of shopping and leisure discounts
- Structured learning and development opportunities
- Automatic membership of Colleague Voice
- A friendly workplace environment and commitment to work-life-balance
About us
At whg, we are dedicated to providing affordable homes across the Midlands and creating sustainable communities. We believe everyone has the right to a safe and secure home, which is the foundation for a successful life. Our values— Trustworthy, Respectful, Accountable, Collaborative and Excellent — guide our work and our commitment to creating an inclusive workplace where everyone can thrive.
We have been recognised as a top employer in the prestigious Sunday Times Best Places to Work 2025. The awards celebrate the top employers in the UK who are leading the way in employee pride, job satisfaction and wellbeing, as well as reward and recognition.
We are proud to be a Disability Confident Employer, committed to providing opportunities and support for all applicants, including those with disabilities.
Interested in joining our team? Visit our website at www.whg.uk.com to learn more and apply.
whg is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of our customers and communities. Please note that for some roles, a Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check may be required as part of our pre-employment screening process.