Bereavement Support Officer

JR United Kingdom; Slough; Hybrid; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading charity in the UK is seeking a Bereavement Support Officer to enhance bereavement services across the region. This role involves coordinating support, training volunteers, and engaging with community organizations. Join a values-driven team and make a significant impact on individuals and families facing bereavement.

Benefits

Access to professional development and CPD

Supportive, multi-disciplinary team environment

Flexible working opportunities

Qualifications

• Experience supporting individuals and families in emotionally complex situations.
• Understanding of diverse communities and inclusive practice.
• Ability to work independently and take initiative.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate and improve bereavement services across local boroughs.
• Recruit, supervise, and support trained volunteers.
• Monitor service data and report on outcomes to support continuous improvement.

Skills

Communication

Organisation

IT Skills

Confidence in Multi-disciplinary Teams

Education

Qualification in Social Work or equivalent

Job description

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? Based | London (occasional site travel required)

? Remote | Hybrid - This role is 30 hours a week

Hi ?

We’re working with a well-established charity delivering care and tailored support to individuals with life-limiting conditions. Their Supportive Care & Community Wellbeing team is key to providing emotional and practical support to patients, families, and carers throughout bereavement.

They’re looking for a Bereavement Support Officer to lead on the delivery and development of bereavement services across the region.

? As a Bereavement Support Officer, you will:

• Coordinate and improve bereavement services across local boroughs
• Recruit, supervise, and support trained volunteers
• Build and maintain links with community and healthcare organisations
• Monitor service data and report on outcomes to support continuous improvement
• Deliver training sessions and identify development opportunities
• Lead remembrance events and represent the service externally

? What we’re looking for:

• Qualification in Social Work or equivalent
• Experience supporting individuals and families in emotionally complex situations
• Confidence working in a multi-disciplinary team
• Understanding of diverse communities and inclusive practice
• Strong communication, organisation, and IT skills
• Ability to work independently and take initiative

? What we offer:

• A values-led organisation with a strong reputation in the community
• Opportunity to shape and grow a meaningful support service
• Access to professional development and CPD
• Hybrid working with a flexible approach
• Supportive, multi-disciplinary team environment