Health and Wellbeing Worker

Location:

Bristol (BS35) – Avon, South West, United Kingdom

Salary:

£26000 – £28000 per annum

Type:

Permanent

Main Industry:

Search Health, Nursing & Social Services Jobs

Advertiser:

Bluetown

Job ID:

132942702

Posted On: 

30 April 2026

Job Title: Health and Wellbeing Worker

Location: Based at Alveston, covering the whole of South Gloucestershire

Salary: GBP26,000 – GBP28,000 per annum pro rata

Job Type: Part Time, Permanent – (18.25 hrs per week.)

Closing Date: Sun, 10th May 26

The Health and Wellbeing Worker will be primarily based at The Forecastle Supported Housing Scheme, delivering compassionate, person x2011;centred support that promotes physical, mental, and emotional wellbeing. The role will also involve working across other South Gloucestershire schemes to ensure consistent access to health and wellbeing support.

In line with Elim’s values, the post holder will support residents to improve their wellbeing, reduce harm, overcome health x2011;related barriers, and move towards greater independence. The role will also support staff to deliver psychologically informed support, helping to create safe, respectful, and trauma x2011;informed environments across services.

Key Responsibilities:

Health & Wellbeing Support:

* Provide one x2011;to x2011;one health and wellbeing support to residents at The Forecastle and across other South Gloucestershire schemes
* Support residents to access GP services, dentists, mental health services, and specialist health provision
* Promote positive mental health, emotional resilience, and self x2011;care
* Support residents experiencing drug and/or alcohol misuse using non x2011;judgemental, harm x2011;reduction approaches
* Encourage healthy lifestyles, including nutrition, sleep, exercise, and wellbeing routines

Engagement & Support Planning:

* Build strong, trust x2011;based relationships that promote dignity, choice, and inclusion
* Complete health x2011;focused assessments and contribute to personalised, outcome x2011;focused support plans
* Support residents to understand and manage long x2011;term health conditions
* Review progress regularly and adapt support in line with residents’ goals and needs

Psychological Informed Support (Staff Support)

* Work alongside support staff to promote and embed psychologically informed approaches across all schemes
* Support staff to understand the impact of trauma, mental health, and adverse life experiences on residents’ behaviour and engagement
* Provide guidance, advice, and informal coaching to help staff respond in a consistent, compassionate, and trauma x2011;informed way
* Contribute to reflective practice discussions and team learning
* Support the development of environments that promote emotional safety, stability, and wellbeing

Partnership Working

* Work collaboratively with internal teams and external partners including:
* GP practices, community health and mental health services
* Drug and alcohol services such as Developing Health and Independence
* Housing Benefit and Housing Access teams at the Council
* Department for Work and Pensions (DWP)
* Support referrals, joint working, and residents’ engagement with services
* Advocate on behalf of residents where appropriate

Risk Management & Safeguarding

* Identify health x2011;related and wellbeing risks and respond appropriately
* Follow Elim safeguarding policies and procedures
* Record, report, and escalate concerns in line with organisational and statutory requirements

Administration & Compliance

* Maintain clear, accurate, and up x2011;to x2011;date case records
* Contribute to monitoring, audits, and service reviews
* Comply with health and safety requirements across all schemes
* Attend team meetings, supervision, and training

Person Specification:

Essential:

* Experience working with vulnerable adults or individuals with complex needs
* Knowledge of mental health, substance misuse, and health inequalities
* Understanding of trauma x2011;informed or psychologically informed approaches
* Ability to build positive professional relationships with residents and staff
* Strong communication and organisational skills
* Ability to work flexibly across multiple locations
* Understanding of safeguarding, confidentiality, and professional boundaries

Desirable:

* Qualification in Health, Social Care, Mental Health, or a related field
* Experience in supported housing, homelessness, or community services
* Experience of supporting staff practice or reflective discussions
* Experience of partnership working with statutory or health services

Values & Behaviours (Elim Aligned):

The successful candidate will demonstrate:

* Compassion – responding with kindness, understanding, and care
* Respect – valuing individual experiences, backgrounds, and choices
* Inclusion – promoting equality and culturally sensitive support
* Empowerment – encouraging independence, confidence, and resilience
* Integrity & Professionalism – acting honestly, reliably, and ethically
* Hope – maintaining a positive, solution x2011;focused approach

Additional Requirements:

* Enhanced DBS check
* Willingness and ability to travel between South Gloucestershire schemes
* Flexible approach to working hours and locations

How :

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Candidates with the relevant experience or job titles of: Health Worker, Mental Health Worker, Wellbeing Worker, Support Worker, Mental Health Support Officer, Social Care Support Worker, Social Worker, Wellbeing Support may also be considered for this role.

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