Social Prescriber Link Worker
Health and Social Care Doncaster, Pure Unity Health, available starting May 27, 2026.
Salary and Hours
£27,000–£30,000 per annum (pro rata). 40 hours per week, full time.
Location
Doncaster and Rotherham.
Purpose of the Role
The Social Prescriber (Link Worker) supports individuals to improve their health and wellbeing by connecting them to non‑clinical services and community resources. Working as part of a multi‑disciplinary team, the role focuses on what matters to people, helping them address social, emotional, or practical issues that impact health and wellbeing, including loneliness, housing, financial pressures, long‑term conditions, and lifestyle challenges. The post takes a person‑centred, asset‑based approach, empowering people to use their own strengths to improve outcomes.
Personal Qualities and Attributes
* Kind, reflective, and self‑aware, focusing on what matters to people rather than what’s the matter with them.
* Non‑judgemental, empowering approach, recognising people’s strengths and capabilities.
* Asset‑based, building on what is already working well.
* Excellent communicator, able to build rapport and trust quickly.
* Integrity, openness, and inclusivity.
* Value diversity and difference, promoting equality of opportunity.
* Committed to continuous learning, development, and high quality service delivery.
Key Responsibilities
* Work one‑to‑one with individuals referred by GPs and other healthcare professionals.
* Co‑produce personalised support plans based on individual goals, priorities, and strengths.
* Support access to community‑based activities, groups, and voluntary services.
* Build and maintain trusted, non‑judgemental relationships.
* Monitor progress and provide follow‑up support where appropriate.
* Develop and maintain strong links with local voluntary, community, and statutory organisations.
* Promote awareness of social prescribing across health and community networks.
* Maintain accurate records and case notes, ensuring confidentiality and data protection.
* Contribute to service development, supervision, and training.
Person Specification
Essential
* Experience supporting people facing health or social inequalities.
* Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
* Ability to work independently and manage a caseload effectively.
* Good organisation, problem‑solving, and prioritisation skills.
* Understanding of safeguarding procedures.
* Knowledge of local health, social care, and voluntary sector systems.
* Confidence in networking and partnership working.
Desirable
* Experience in social prescribing, care navigation, or similar roles.
* Background in community development or mental health support.
* Familiarity with EMIS, System One, or similar systems.
* Relevant qualification in health and social care, community work, or coaching.
Additional Requirements
* Enhanced DBS check.
* Flexibility to work occasional evenings or weekends.
* Ability to travel within and occasionally outside the locality.
* Additional language skills to support people whose first language is not English (desirable).
Benefits
* Up to 38 days annual leave (pro rata).
* Clinically led employer.
* Competitive salary and clear progression opportunities.
* Comprehensive induction and ongoing training.Private Health Cover (Simply Health).
* Strong commitment to CPD with links to Health Education England.
* Competitive pension scheme.
* Flexible working, including home working.
* Refer a friend bonus scheme.
* Team building and social events.
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