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Social Connections Officer

Job title:  Social Connections Officer

Location: Head Office - 8 Clemens Street, Leamington Spa, CV31 2DL (with travel across Coventry and Warwickshire)

Hours per week: 37 hours per week, Monday to Friday

Salary: £27,170.85 per annum

About the role:

This is an exciting new role that will play a key part in reducing social isolation and loneliness among older people across Coventry and Warwickshire by helping to create meaningful social connections. As part of a small, dedicated team, you will work closely with older people, volunteers, local communities and other key stakeholders to support the delivery, promotion and development of the befriending service and wider social connections initiatives.

The successful candidate will be a confident relationship-builder with excellent communication and organisational skills, passionate about supporting older people to lead connected, independent and fulfilling lives.

How to apply
To apply, please download the documents below. Complete the application form and send it to hr@ageukcovwarks.org.uk . If you would like an informal discussion regarding the role please email or phone us on 01926 458125.
 
Age UK is an equal opportunities employer and positively encourages applications from suitably qualified and eligible candidates, regardless of age, sex, race, disability, sexual orientation, gender reassignment, religion or belief, marital/civil partnership status, or pregnancy and maternity. We guarantee an interview to disabled candidates who meet the essential criteria. We welcome requests for flexible working.
 
Age UK is committed to safeguarding adults at risk, and children, from abuse and neglect. We expect everyone who works with us to share this commitment.
Early application is encouraged as we will review applications throughout the advertising period and reserve the right to close the advert at any time.
Age UK politely requests no contact from recruitment agencies or media sales. We do not accept speculative CVs from recruitment agencies nor accept the fees associated with them.
 
Staff benefits include:
  • Employee Assistance Programme
  • Blue Light Discount Card
  • Age UK Discount Portal
  • Tickets for Good
  • 27 days annual leave + Bank Holidays (Pro Rata)

Closing date: 16th August 2026

Interview date: 24th August 2026

Documents:

Job description and person specification

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