Do you want to work for a dynamic, creative, fast-paced charity?
At Action Together we see the amazing things people achieve when they work together to make the lives of others better. If you share our values: believe it’s possible, strengthen others, and be true, we’d love you to consider joining our team.
Community Development Worker (Rochdale)
The role
As a Community Development Worker, you’ll play a key role in building capacity in Rochdale Borough’s communities. You’ll support local people to turn their ideas into action and will strengthen existing local Voluntary, Community, Faith and Social Enterprise (VCFSE) organisations through providing organisational development support, networking spaces and training.
As a Community Development Worker, you’ll also connect people to what’s happening in their community, promote the great work of the VCFSE sector with local stakeholders, and help more people get connected and feel proud to live in Rochdale Borough.
The ideal candidate
You’ll be passionate about tackling inequality and promoting social justice through inclusive, asset‑based community development. You’ll have experience working with people, community groups and VCFSE organisations to identify strengths, facilitate conversations, and turn ideas into meaningful action.
You’ll be an experienced facilitator who is confident navigating differences, appropriately challenging where needed, and building strong, trusting relationships across diverse communities and partner organisations. You’ll understand what helps organisations develop and thrive, with experience supporting governance, funding, planning and partnership working.
You’ll be organised and able to manage competing priorities, produce clear and accessible reports, and use systems to evidence impact. You’ll be comfortable representing and advocating for the VCFSE sector, you’ll bring professionalism and a collaborative mindset to your work across Rochdale borough.
Support for applicants
We understand that not all applicants have access to the same support or opportunities for interview preparation, so we have included a range of support available on our Work with us page.
Key information
* Employer: Action Together CIO
* Locations: Hybrid, Remote, Oldham, Rochdale, Tameside
* Role Type: Permanent
* Salary: Actual pro rata salary £24,936 - £28,282 Grade: NJC Grade 6 SP 19 to SO1 SP25
* Working Hours: Part-Time
More about this role
* Closing Date: Tuesday 12th May 2026 at 12:00pm
* Closing Time: 9am
* Anticipated Interview Date: Friday, May 22, 2026 - 13:00
* Contact Name: HR Team
* Contact Information: 0161 339 2345
* Employee Benefits: • Flexible working in practice (e.g., flexibility around start/finish times and the ability to balance office, home and community-based working, subject to role requirements)• A commitment to reasonable adjustments and access support throughout recruitment and employment—please tell us what you need and we will work with you to put it in place• An inclusive working culture with ongoing learning (including equity, anti-discrimination and cultural awareness) and support to do your best work• Membership of SimplyHealth which pays a contribution towards the costs of visiting the dentist, opticians, and physiotherapy as well as access to counselling services• Ongoing professional development• Cycle and tech loan schemes• 26 days holiday per year (increasing with length of service up to 31 days per year) plus bank holidays• Employer Supported Volunteering• Pension scheme - with 6% employer contribution
* Flexible Working Options: Flexitime, Remote Working, Part time
* Working Pattern Details: To be worked over 4 days (Monday to Friday with some evening and weekend work as required)
* Would You Consider A Job Share For The Role?: Yes
At Action Together we value diversity, promote equity and challenge discrimination. We encourage and welcome applications from people of all backgrounds. We are committed to ensuring that no applicant or employee receives less favourable treatment on the grounds of gender, age, disability, religion, belief, sexual orientation, marital status, or race.
Action Together is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of all children, young people and vulnerable adults with whom we work. We expect all of our employees to demonstrate this commitment.
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