Job overview The successful candidate will be an experienced Social Prescriber, or equivalent, with at least three years’ experience across multiple sectors. They will demonstrate resilience and the ability to manage challenges effectively. The role will particularly suit someone interested in developing and expanding their portfolio career. Applicants should bring experience of working within primary care or a healthcare setting and use this to support peers in overcoming personal barriers, tackling professional challenges, and pursuing their development goals. Advert The Workforce Development Lead for Socia l Prescribing will play a key role in supporting the development, supervision, and sustainability of the Social Prescribers and personalised care workforce across Nottingham City Primary Care Networks (PCNs). In addition to providing supervision and professional support to S PLWs the postholder will contribute to wider workforce development by supporting other personalised care roles (such as Health and Wellbeing Coaches and Care Coordinators) and assisting PCNs to plan, embed, and develop these roles effectively. Working for our organisation Nottingham City General Practice Alliance is a GP federation that operates to support, connect, and represent General Practices in Nottingham city. We are the lead employer for Primary Care Network (PCN) staff, employing on behalf of our member PCNs. We are close to employing over 110 ARRS (Additional Role Re-imbursement Scheme) roles. Detailed job description and main responsibilities 1. CPD supervision Facilitate the provision of 2-hour group supervision sessions once a month to SPLWs. Offer mentorship and guidance to other personalised care facilitators to support confidence, competence, and wellbeing. Support in the provision of continuous professional development (CPD) teaching that meets needs of workforce. Be the link between NCGPA, their management team and the individual staff member. Provide coaching / mentoring support to facilitate the development of individuals on an as needed basis. Prioritise support to promote individual’s wellbeing and signpost to their manager as needed. Support with relevant standard operation procedures. Ensure accurate and contemporaneous records of sessions are kept in line with CQC requirements. 2. Workforce development Support PCNs to identify and address workforce development needs, ensuring alignment with both organisational, ICS and national priorities. Support in the design and delivery of induction, appraisal and development opportunities to promote consistency and quality across t he personalised care team. To listen and support our current workforce to promote their retention. To promote a positive work culture that supports and develops individuals to ensure that patients get the best experience and care. 3. Service quality To support clear and consistent standards for practice, including knowledge, skills and behaviours. To support the development of systems and monitoring that improve quality and consistency whilst reducing variation in outcomes and access standards. To support with ensuring that appropriate governance mechanisms are in place to reduce risk and improve patient safety. Please Note: This vacancy may close before the advertised closing date if a sufficient number of suitable applications are received. We recommend submitting your application early to avoid disappointment. Successfully shortlisted applicants will be contacted by email with an invitation to interview. Arden & GEM CSU administer this account on behalf of the GPA, you may receive communications from both the CSU and the GPA during your recruitment. Notes on completion of applications: All reference requests will be made to your employer/previous employers' HR Department, covering the previous 3 years of activity. We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults, and expect all staff to undertake this commitment. Applicants will be subject to robust recruitment processes. All eligible staff will need to have gained clearance through a standard/enhanced DBS check prior to working. All posts are subject to a probationary period.