Community Connector

Buckinghamshire Mind; Windsor; Hybrid; GBP 23,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

Buckinghamshire Mind is seeking 2 x Community Connectors to join our team across Berkshire, Windsor, Ascot and Maidenhead, with community-based and remote elements. You will support people to access social care, housing, debt and employment services, promoting wellbeing and recovery.

The role requires a degree or equivalent experience in support work or community engagement, excellent communication, empathy, and a willingness to travel between locations using a vehicle. DBS checks apply.

Qualifications

• Qualified: relevant degree/diploma or equivalent experience.
• Experience in support work or community engagement.
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills.
• Ability to work in a multi-disciplinary team.
• Willingness to travel; driving licence preferred.

Responsibilities

• Work as part of a multi-disciplinary team in primary care.
• Collaborate on assessments and goal setting with the Mental Health Practitioner.
• Provide self-management tools and support personal plans to promote independence.
• Build relationships with agencies, GPs and professionals for coordinated care.
• Help patients access services like Safe Havens, CMHT and well-being programs.

Skills

Communication

Collaboration

Empathy

Organised

Driving licence

Education

Relevant degree / diploma or equivalent experience

Job description

Job Details

Compensation: £25,250 / year

Application Deadline: 18 November 2026

Department: Community Connectors

Location: Berks - Windsor, Ascot, Maidenhead Community/Remote

Contract Type: Permanent

Hours: 37 hours per week Mon-Fri

Salary: £25,250.00 per annum

Description

Join Our Mission at Buckinghamshire Mind!

Are you passionate about Mental Health and helping people integrate into Community services? Community Connector

Buckinghamshire Mind is looking for 2 x Community Connectors to join our team, working in the Berkshire area of our service.

The Community Connector is responsible for supporting patients to access a wide range of community services and resources including social care, housing, family, debt and employment counselling that support maintaining good health and wellbeing.

About Us

Buckinghamshire Mind is an independent charity providing trusted mental health services to our communities. We are affiliated with national Mind and are part of a network of over 100 Local Minds. We promote wellbeing and recovery; we prevent mental ill health; we offer talking therapies and we provide support in times of crisis.

Key Responsibilities

• Working as part of a multi-disciplinary team located in primary care:
• Collaborate on Assessments & Goal Setting – Attend initial client assessments with the Mental Health Practitioner, support risk assessments, and assist patients in identifying needs and goals.
• Empower Patients & Promote Independence – Provide self-management tools, support personal support plans, and encourage independence using a strength-based approach.
• Facilitate Integrated Support – Build strong relationships with agencies, GPs, and healthcare professionals to ensure coordinated care and seamless recovery support.
• Ensure Continuity of Care – Help patients access essential services like Safe Havens, CMHT, and local well-being programs to support recovery and long-term well-being.

The ideal candidate will be

• Qualified & Experienced – Holds a relevant degree, diploma, or equivalent experience, with a background in support work or community engagement.
• Self-Sufficient & Organised – Manages workload independently, maintains accurate records, and effectively utilizes IT-based social networking.
• Empathetic & Culturally Aware – Understands mental health challenges (personal or professional experience) and values diversity in local communities.
• Strong Communication & Collaboration – Collaborates effectively with diverse teams, professionals, and individuals to deliver inclusive, impactful support, while actively promoting the service to both professionals and community settings.
• Flexible – Ability to work flexibly and adapt to the needs of the role (can include evening and weekend working).
• Driver with access to a vehicle – As this role is predominantly based in the community supporting individuals 1:1 in the community, with travel between several locations, a full driving licence is preferred and access to a vehicle for use during work hours. Alternative modes of transport may also be considered.

Why Join Us?

• Inclusive Employer: We are an Equal Opportunities employer, welcoming applicants from all sections of the community, including those with lived experience of mental health challenges.
• Training and Development: We offer full training and development opportunities to help you grow in your role and further develop your skills.
• Supportive Environment: You'll be part of a dedicated team, with the opportunity to make a tangible difference in your community.

For details of our culture and our benefits: Buckinghamshire Mind Careers

Buckinghamshire Mind is an Equal Opportunities and inclusive employer. We welcome applications from all sections of the community including those with lived-experience of poor mental health. If you meet all the essential criteria we welcome your application as training and development can be provided to give you further skills. Any offer made relating to this post will be subject to satisfactory references and a satisfactory Enhanced DBS check depending on the role.

Please note we do not provide VISA sponsorship and unfortunately, we cannot employ you if you do not have the right to work in the UK.

Travel expenses will only be paid for journeys that fall outside of the regular commute to and from the work location(s). If the role is home-based, all travel will be paid for on expenses.

Closing date for applications – 18th November 2026