Job summary
Would you like to make a difference to the community you live in and care about? We have an exciting opportunity to join our Health, Equity & Inclusion Team as a Community Support Worker.
Our team hub is based at Charlotte Keel Medical Centre in Bristol, where we meet regularly in person. Wework in partnership with local communities and system partners to address health inequalities and improve wellbeing outcomes.
In this role, you will support our prevention and community engagement approach by working closely with community groups, VCSE organisations and wider partners. You will help build strong relationships, understand local needs and contribute to inclusive and effective service delivery.
We are looking for individuals who are confident at working independently in community settings, with strong communication skills and the ability to build trust and rapport. If you're passionate about improving health outcomes and ensuring community voices shape services, this is the opportunity for you!
In return, we offer a rewarding career with tailored training and development opportunities, including apprenticeships and strong links with local higher education partners.
We are recruiting for two posts: one covering Bristol and one covering North Somerset. We offer full-time, part-time and flexible working options, including availability on either a Tuesday or Thursday.
Main duties of the job
- Engage with local communities to build relationships and gain insight into community strengths, needs and priorities.
- Work collaboratively with VCSE organisations, community groups, and system partners to support joined-up approaches to health and wellbeing.
- Support the identification and reduction of health inequalities through targeted engagement and inclusive practice.
- Gather, interpret and feedback community insight to inform service improvement and design.
- Contribute to preventative approaches that improve long-term health and wellbeing outcomes.
- Support the development of neighbourhood-based approaches to care and wellbeing.
- Promote inclusion, equity and accessibility across services and community engagement activities.
- Support Sirona's Community Appointment Days, including taking basic observations and providing advice and signposting.
- Work independently and as part of a wider team to deliver agreed priorities and objectives.
- Ensure all work is carried out in line with organisational values, safeguarding guidance and equality principles.
About us
Ever dreamt about a career that sparks excitement and fosters your professional growth? Picture yourself waking up eager to make a real difference in our community, surrounded by teams who value your unique ideas. It's time to turn your dream into reality!We are Sirona care & health - England's largest provider of Adult's and Children's Community Services and we'd love for you to join us in Bristol, North Somerset or South Gloucestershire.Agenda for Change Salary, full NHS benefits, 27+ days' annual leave, and participation in the NHS Pension Scheme - just a glimpse of the benefits we offer.Whether you're starting your journey in healthcare, looking for a fresh challenge within the NHS, or contemplating a career change, don't be daunted by the prospect of something different - we create development opportunities for all our colleagues and apprentices.Interested? View our benefits leaflet which you can find as an attachment on this vacancy.
Details
- Date posted: 10 June 2026
- Pay scheme: Agenda for change
- Band: Band 3
- Salary: £25,760 to £27,476 a year pro rata, per annum
- Contract: Permanent
- Working pattern: Full-time, Part-time, Flexible working
- Reference number: 083-7818243-SL-B
- Job locations: Charlotte Keel Medical Practice, 77 Seymour Rd, Bristol, BS5 0UA, United Kingdom
Job responsibilities
Important Information:
- Please see the attached Job Description for a full list of duties and responsibilities before applying for this position.
- Please note, as we do not hold a certificate of sponsorship for this role we are unable to accept applications from non-UK residents for this vacancy.
- If you currently require a visa to work in the UK, there must be a minimum of 14 months remaining until the expiry date. If you do not disclose your expiry date within your application, it may not be considered.
- If you refer to qualifications or employment within your supporting statement, that has not been included in your Qualifications, Training or Employment History, this information may be discounted.
- You must have access to transport to enable working across the Bristol, North Somerset, and South Gloucestershire localities.
Person specification
Qualifications
Essential
- English & Maths A-C GCSE's or equivalent
Desirable
- NVQ Level 3 in Health & Social Care or willingness to work towards.
Skills, Knowledge & Experience
Essential
- Previous experience in a health or social care setting
- IT skills e.g. Microsoft Office
- An understanding of data protection and confidentiality
- Able to build effective working relationships with various colleagues both internal and external to the organisation.
- Access to reliable transport and able to travel independently across BNSSG
Desirable
- Experience of working with individuals and families in a health and social care setting
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This advert is for Health Equity and Inclusion Support Worker with Sirona care & health CIC in Bristol, South West, England. It is listed as a Band 3 Healthcare support worker role. The advertised salary is £25,760 to £27,476 a year. The contract type is Permanent. The application deadline is 22 Jun 2026.
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