Social Prescriber
Social Prescribing Link Worker
18.75-30 hours per week - £30,050 per annum
Fixed term to 31st March 2026 (will be extended subject to continued funding)
An exciting opportunity has arisen to join our expanding team of Social Prescribing Link Workers Based in Primary Care Network 2.
The Social Prescribing Link Workers assist in the support of those with long term health conditions and their carers to access timely care and community support services. Close work with GPs and the primary care network is required, as is accurate record keeping and using IT systems. Through timely intervention and care co-ordination, unnecessary hospital admissions, GP appointments and residential placements will be reduced, and this will in turn improve the client’s quality of life.
The successful candidate will come from an information/advice, social care or health background, must be computer literate, an excellent communicator and able to work as part of a multi-disciplinary team. Experience of person-centered care and of working with volunteers is desirable. It is important that a candidate promotes a culture that values, protects and uses information for the success of the organisation and benefit of its clients/patients. The ability to work confidently and effectively in a diverse, challenging and fast paced environment is essential. You will have access to training, supervision, and regular support meetings with your peers.
Age UK Barnet is an equal opportunities employer and positively encourages applications from suitably qualified and eligible candidates regardless of sex, race, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender reassignment, religion or belief, marital status, or pregnancy and maternity. Age UK Barnet is committed to safeguarding adults and children at risk from abuse and neglect. We expect everyone who works with us to share this commitment.
The post is based in Barnet and travel round the borough is required. Age UK Barnet offers a contributory pension.
For further details see below
If you any questions please contact Jenny.coomey@ageukbarnet.org.uk or telephone 0208 432 1418. No CVs, no agencies please.
HOW TO APPLY
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Closing date; Friday 12th September 2025
Interview Date; To be confirmed