Community Connector

Goodwin Development Trust; Hull and East Yorkshire; On-site; GBP 24,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Discounts: Tastecard

Free Counselling Service

Length of Service Rewards

Job summary

Goodwin Development Trust in Hull is seeking a Community Connector to support the Thornton Connected project. This fixed-term role runs until 30 November 2029 and aims to reduce isolation, strengthen local connections and help residents access activities and services that improve wellbeing.

You will build positive relationships with residents, groups and partner organisations, listen to local needs, encourage participation and support health, social inclusion and community resilience.

Qualifications

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Organised, proactive and able to work independently.
• Experience in community engagement, support work or volunteering.
• Lived experience relevant to local communities.

Responsibilities

• Build relationships with residents, community groups and partners.
• Listen to local needs and help people access activities and services.
• Support wellbeing, social inclusion and community participation.
• Work on the Thornton Connected project funded by The National Lottery Community Fund.
• Provide advice and signpost to opportunities.

Skills

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Organisation

Proactivity

Independent worker

Community engagement

Job description

We are a locally rooted, long-established charity, employing over 150 staff, who are dedicated to supporting the residents of Hull by providing a wide range of services including affordable housing, training and development, employment services, youth facilities, personal care and fighting poverty. We would love to have you on board with us to achieve our mission of improving the quality of life.

Community Connector (3 posts)

Contract: Fixed-term until 30th November 2029, subject to project funding

Are you passionate about bringing people together and helping communities thrive? As a Community Connector, you will play a key role in the Thornton Connected project, working alongside local residents to strengthen community connections, improve wellbeing, and support people to access opportunities that make a positive difference to their lives. This is an exciting opportunity to help shape a vibrant, inclusive, and resilient community where local people are at the heart of decision-making.

The role will include:

• Working on our Thornton Connected Reaching Communities Project, funded by The National Lottery Community Fund, you will help reduce isolation and strengthen connections across the Thornton community.
• Build positive relationships with local residents, community groups and partner organisations.
• Listen to residents, identify local needs and help people access activities, services and opportunities.
• Encourage participation, support wellbeing and social inclusion, and help build a more connected Thornton community.
• Provide support and advice, with opportunities to focus on health and wellbeing or social inclusion.

What can we offer you?

• Discounted Tastecard (this provides access to hundreds of discounts!)
• Free Counselling Service
• Length of Service Rewards

Interview date: 23rd November 2026

Funded by The National Lottery Community Fund. Thanks to National Lottery players, this project supports local connections, wellbeing and opportunities for Thornton residents.

Safer Recruitment

***Please note: CVs are not accepted in line with our Safer Recruitment policy. All sections of the application form must be completed, or your application will not be considered.***

This post is subject to satisfactory references and any safeguarding checks appropriate to the role. Goodwin Development Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.

Disability Confident

We are proud to be a Disability Confident Employer (Level 2) and are committed to creating an inclusive workplace where everyone has the opportunity to thrive. We actively encourage applications from disabled candidates and will provide reasonable adjustments throughout the recruitment process and in the workplace.

• Enjoy working with local residents and are passionate about making a positive difference in their community.
• Have excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Be passionate about supporting local communities and building positive relationships.
• Be organised, proactive and able to work independently.
• Have experience of community engagement, support work or volunteering, or relevant lived experience.