Direct message the job poster from Gateway Family Services CIC
Overview
Marketing and Communication Manager | Traditional & Digital | 10+ Years’ Marketing Experience | Former Journalist
Role Details
Position: Community Development Worker (Edgbaston Neighbourhood Network Scheme)
Location: Edgbaston (Hybrid with community outreach)
Hours: 1 x Full time (37hrs p/w). Job share would be considered
Contract: Permanent
Closing Date: 5th October 2025
Interview Date: W/C 13th or 20th October
Benefits: Enhanced annual leave, hybrid working (where appropriate), flexible working opportunities, a range of workplace well-being support and activities, including Employee Assistance Programme, family-friendly policies and subsidised parking
The Role
The Role Neighbourhood Network Schemes (NNS) are responsible for building community capacity and developing a clear view of the existing community infrastructure and then building connections between assets, statutory organisations and local people. Edgbaston is one of 10 designated Localities in Birmingham. The purpose of NNS is to ensure that citizens over 50 and adults with additional needs can access community support, improving their wellbeing and quality of life. This is achieved through identifying, supporting and developing the community offer provided by individuals, groups, organisations, services and places in the constituency (we often refer to these collectively as “assets”).
Having moved on from the initial phase which was to map the area and build relationships this is now a role that is more about maintaining those relationships and increasing the capacity of these assets. However, there will always be a need to promote the NNS to new audiences and ensure knowledge of the area remains current so the role will continue to include developing networks and stakeholder engagement.
Responsibilities
* Stakeholder Engagement
* Community Development
* Training and Promotion
* Administrative Duties
Required Skills/Experience
We are looking for someone with excellent interpersonal skills and empathy with a range of client groups.
You will have:
* A minimum of 2 years working in an engagement or community development role with diverse community settings with statutory and third sector organisations
* Recent experience of working with community/grassroots organisations
* An understanding of information sharing, consent and confidentiality issues and risks
* Experience and understanding of the importance of equalities, diversity and inclusion
* An understanding of the lived experience of individuals from Black, Asian and Minority Ethnic backgrounds, LGBTQIA+ communities and those living with disability/additional needs
You may also have experience in areas such as Community Development, Community Engagement, Community Development Officer, Community Engagement Officer, Community Development Worker, Community Engagement Worker, Community Support, Community Partnerships.
Company Description
Gateway Family Services is a Birmingham-based social enterprise dedicated to providing access to training, employment, and community health services for people from all backgrounds. Established in 2006, Gateway offers a variety of preventative health and wellbeing services across Birmingham and the wider West Midlands, including weight management, employment training, and workplace wellbeing. As a Community Interest Company (CIC), any surplus is reinvested into the communities we serve, enhancing education, employment, health, and wellbeing.
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