Community Connector Location: Dalkeith, Midlothian area (home, office and community based) Contract type: Fixed Term Contract Until 31st March 2026 with possibility of an extension Hours: 21 hrs per week Salary: £23,590 per annum pro rata Driving: Full Clean UK Driving Manual Licence and access to a vehicle. Mileage paid Are you passionate about making a difference in the lives of older people in the community empowering them to navigate the challenges of isolation and loneliness? You will be responsible for liaising withpartnership agencies to support people affected by social isolation andloneliness to access services in order to reconnect with theircommunities. This unique role calls for someone with exceptional interpersonal and communication skills, a knack for motivating others, and an understanding of the challenges faced by members of the community who are facing the challenges of reconnecting with their community. Your mission? To reach out to individuals across Midlothian, offering helpful advice, info, practical support, and personalized guidance through a holistic approach. By developing and implementing person-centred plans to reduce loneliness and isolation. Are you up for the challenge? Wondering about a day in the life of a Community Connector? You will: Develop, collaborate with and maintain positive and effective working relationships with partnership agencies throughout the community Engage with service users to identify specific needs and appropriate interventions Provide high quality information, signposting and promotion to a wide range of services Support people to attend a local community service suitable to their needs Working with members of the community to reduce loneliness and isolation and reconnect with their community What does it take to be a successful Community Connector? You will have the ability to work as part of a team and on own initiative Knowledge of the issues surrounding people and loneliness and isolation You will be able to plan your own workload You will have an understanding of how to improve service quality for the benefit of users You will be willing to work flexible hours if needed Full clean driving licence, with a minimum of 2 years driving experience and access to a vehicle Closing date for applications is 3rd July 2025. Please note that early application is encouraged, as we'll be reviewing applications throughout the advertising period and reserve the right to close the advert in advance of the advertised closing date. In return for your dedication and expertise, you'll get: Holidays: 36 days annual leave (including bank holidays) option to buy 5 extra days. Pension scheme: Up to 6% contributory pension. Flexible working: We do our best to accommodate your preferred work style. Learning & Development: Wide range of career opportunities comprehensive learning. Discounts: Access to Blue Light Discount Card and employee benefits platform. Wellbeing Assistance: Access to mental health and wellbeing assistance. Team Working: Champion our mission in a collaborative team. Cycle2Work: Lease a bicycle through the scheme. Season ticket loan: Interest-free loan for commuting expenses. We are proud to participate in the disability confident scheme for roles based in the UK. During the application process, you will be asked if you wish to apply under the scheme. At The British Red Cross, we pride ourselves on our diverse workforce, and ensuring we have an inclusive environment for all our staff and volunteers. We remain dedicated to ensuring our teams can bring their true selves to work without risk or fear of discrimination. We do this through regular data reporting, and the assistance of our internal Race and Equality Network (REEN), LGBT Network, our Disability and Wellness Network (DAWN), Gender Network, Carers Network and Youth Network. Together we are the worlds emergency responders ADZN1_UKTJ