Community Connector - Flexible, Impactful Local Support Lead

South Oxfordshire and Vale District Council; Abingdon; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

South Oxfordshire and Vale of White Horse District Councils (trading as South & Vale) are looking for a Community Connector to support vulnerable residents in the local community. You will use initiative, empathy and knowledge of local agencies to assist communities and identify emerging trends that affect residents.

You will liaise with safeguarding, housing and environmental health teams, build local networks and work with the Community Enablement team to improve outcomes for residents and

Qualifications

• Educated to degree level or equivalent, or equivalent level of experience.
• Good interpersonal and communication skills.
• Ability to work locally and travel around the districts.
• Proficient in MS Word and Excel, with solid MS Office skills.

Responsibilities

• Respond to requests for help from residents or partner organisations.
• Liaise with safeguarding, housing or environmental health teams to improve outcomes.
• Develop knowledge of community trends and engage local networks.
• Collaborate across the Community Hub to keep residents informed and share progress.
• Lead on key areas of work and form working groups under supervision.

Education

Degree or equivalent

Tools

MS Word

MS Excel

MS Office

Job description

South Oxfordshire and Vale of White Horse District Councils (trading as South & Vale) are looking for a Community Connector to support vulnerable residents in the local community. You will use initiative, empathy and knowledge of local agencies to assist communities and identify emerging trends that affect residents.

You will liaise with safeguarding, housing and environmental health teams, build local networks and work with the Community Enablement team to improve outcomes for residents and