Southern Brooks is looking for a Community Development Coordinator for our Older People’s Project in South Gloucestershire, and the remote role comes with an attractive salary of up to £24,250 per annum pro-rata (£15,908 actual) and great benefits. Being part of the team means more than work, there's a vast range of fun and exciting things that you can get involved in.

As Older People’s Project Coordinator, you will be working with asset-based community development values and practices with older people and other stakeholders to make changes in their lives.

If you were already in this community development role, here are some of the areas you would have been working in this week:

• Finding groups that were offering support prior to the pandemic or who are struggling due to current challenges
• Helping them reinvigorate and re-establish themselves, finding new premises where necessary, adopting new ways of working to minimise risk, working with volunteers and finding new ways of engaging with people to increase access to connections and social relationships that so many people tell us they crave
• Focusing on ensuring groups have the tools, training and equipment they need to ensure they can survive and thrive

To apply for this Community Development Older People’s Project Coordinator, role, you will need at least 3 years of experience working in a similar role. You will also require the following:

• Experience working with older people
• Experience of partnership working
• Experience working one to one with clients in a supportive role
• Knowledge and skills in group work

As a vital member of our team and in return for your expertise, inclusive approach and commitment, we will provide a favourable salary and the chance to join a passionate and welcoming team.

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.