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Wellbeing Officer

Job Description

Job Title: Wellbeing Officer
Location: Doncaster (Hybrid)
Pay Rate: £15.66 per hour
Hours: Full-time, Monday to Friday, 09:00–17:00
Contract Type: Temporary
About the Role
As a Wellbeing Officer, you’ll play a vital frontline role in delivering all-age, community-based services that promote independence, wellbeing, and resilience. You’ll assess needs, develop support plans, and work face-to-face with individuals in their homes and neighbourhoods. These particular roles focus on supporting Carers in Doncaster—holding strengths-based conversations, completing Carer’s Assessments, and helping individuals access the support they need.
Key Responsibilities
  • Deliver person-centred, all-age support to help individuals maintain health, wellbeing, and independence.
  • Undertake holistic case management, including support with physical and mental health, loneliness, housing, finances, and safeguarding.
  • Promote early intervention and prevention approaches across communities.
  • Work in partnership with local services and organisations to build community capacity and deliver integrated support.
  • Carry out Carer’s Conversations and develop tailored support plans based on individual needs.
  • Identify gaps in local provision and help access or secure funding opportunities.
  • Contribute to local and national programmes such as Stronger Families, Community Led Support, and the Adults Transformation Programme.
  • Support Ward Members in their community leadership roles.
What We’re Looking For
We’re seeking individuals who are:
  • Experienced in community, health, or social care roles, especially within public sector settings.
  • Knowledgeable about wellbeing strategies, the Care Act, and early intervention models.
  • Confident communicators with the ability to engage sensitively with vulnerable individuals.
  • Proactive, empathetic, and organised, with a creative approach to problem-solving.
  • Committed to promoting independence and enabling people to do more for themselves.
Skills & Competencies
  • Strong interpersonal and influencing skills
  • Casework planning and assessment experience
  • Ability to manage a varied and dynamic workload
  • Creative thinking and community development experience
  • Understanding of carers’ needs and community wellbeing initiatives