Job summary
Social prescribing link workers will work as a key part of the primary care network (PCN) multi-disciplinary team. Social prescribing can help PCNs to strengthen community and personal resilience, reduce health inequalities (in relation to timely access and outcomes) and wellbeing inequalities by addressing the wider determinants of health, such as debt, poor housing, and physical inactivity, by increasing people's active involvement with their local diverse communities. It particularly works for people with long term conditions (including support for mental health), for people who are lonely or isolated, or have complex social needs which affect their wellbeing.
Social prescribing is a way of engaging patients in primary care with a resource which provides support within the local community. In addition it provides GPs with a non-medical referral option that can align to existing treatments to improve health and wellbeing. People want to be able to access information and support in a setting that is convenient and familiar to them, delivered by people they trust. The Social Prescribing Link Worker will offer support in a clinic environment based within general practice as well at various locations within the community including the patient's home.
Main duties of the job
The role will provide information and support to patients in addition to becoming the link between the patient, GP and other service providers. The role will require managing and prioritising your own caseload, in accordance with the needs, priorities and any urgent support required by individuals.
Responsibilities
* Is an effective and trusted member of the Multi-Disciplinary Team (MDT)
* Maintains compliance with mandatory and statutory training
* Understands obligation to safeguard individuals from harm
* Understands and maintains compliance with information governance principles and protocols
* Understands obligations to keep and maintain accurate records
* Utilises available evidence base for social prescribing interventions and activities
* Understands the social/wider determinants of health, health inequalities and population health
* Records and demonstrates impact through multiple routes
About us
Formed in 2016, NCGPA is a vibrant GP federation supporting over 30 practices across Nottingham, serving more than 400,000 patients.
We champion collaboration, resilience, and innovation in general practice, sharing expertise and resources to help our teams thrive. From our city-centre hub, we run practices, support PCN teams, and deliver city-wide services.
Our mission is rooted in person-centred care, tackling health inequalities, and nurturing a sustainable workforce. With a caring ethos and ambitious vision, we're proud to support Nottingham's diverse communities and create a brighter future for primary care.
Find out further information by visiting our website https://www.ncgpa.org.uk/who-are-we/
Details
Date posted: 13 November 2025
Pay scheme: Other
Salary: Depending on experience £29,517 - £31,882 per annum pro rata (Dependent on experience)
Contract: Fixed term
Duration: 6 months
Working pattern: Part-time
Reference number: GPA-7612427
Job locations: City South PCN, Nottingham, NG1 6LD
Job description & responsibilities
Please see the attached job description and person specification for the main responsibilities for this role.
Person Specification
Essential
* Disclosure and Barring Service Check – This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
* Appropriate qualifications and experience that are relevant to role
Desirable
* Appropriate qualifications and experience that are relevant to role
Employer details
Employer name: Nottingham City General Practice Alliance
Address: City South PCN, Nottingham, NG1 6LD
Website: https://www.ncgpa.org.uk/
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