Wellbeing Officer
The SYDNI Centre is a community centre in the heart of the Sydenham estate in Leamington Spa.
We are a registered charity which is needs led, provides a wide range of services and activities for the local community and beyond. We work collaboratively with a wide range of partner organisations, external organisations, and community volunteers to support people to gain confidence and improve their economic, social / cultural, health and wellbeing outcomes. At the heart of the centre is a 5* hygiene rated café which offers delicious affordable hot and cold drinks and meals and provides professional catering for training and events. The centre provides a warm and welcoming, safe space for residents and wider reaching communities which continues to aspire our visitors.
We are looking for a Wellbeing Officer to join our committed team as part of our Sydenham Together Project. The role will be based at The SYDNI Centre in Sydenham, Leamington Spa. The post holder will be responsible for identifying needs within the community, accepting referrals from partner agencies, providing information, advice and guidance to individuals. The role includes set up of a warm space to support the community with issues arising from the Cost of Living and developing support groups as identified withing the community.
Contract: The role is initially for six months on a fixed term contract and we hope to extend this with a potential for additional hours (or job share) up to March 2026 subject to funding.
Salary Details: The salary is £12.50 per hour which is £24,050.00 per annum pro rata. The post is for 16 hours initially.
Holiday Entitlement: 20 days annual leave plus 8 bank holidays per year (this is incremental depending on length of service).
Experience: The successful candidate must demonstrate a particular interest in health and wellbeing and in promoting positive physical and mental health, alongside emotional wellbeing and resilience. It is essential not only to be warm and approachable but also to be confident, proactive, inspirational, and positive.
Details: If you are looking for an inspiring, innovative, challenging but rewarding role, and are highly organised, highly motivated and with excellent people and digital skills, this may be the opportunity for you.
For more details, please contact The SYDNI Centre, Cottage Square, Sydenham, Leamington Spa CV31 1PT. Tel: 01926 422071.