Community Partner

Community Eye Care CHEC; Neaudd Cross; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A community healthcare organization is seeking a Community Partner in the United Kingdom to establish strategic partnerships, engage local communities, and enhance access to care. The ideal candidate will have a proven history in partnership development and healthcare outreach, alongside knowledge of NHS processes. The role demands excellent communication skills and the ability to align initiatives with local health needs. Candidates should exhibit a passion for improving healthcare access and community outcomes, essential for growing the organization’s presence in the sector.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in partnership development with regional responsibility.
• Strong knowledge of NHS processes and local health priorities.
• Track record of building and maintaining trusted stakeholder relationships.

Responsibilities

• Drive the partnership strategy for your region.
• Align regional activity with CHEC’s national growth plans.
• Lead joint initiatives to improve patient outcomes.
• Represent CHEC at key meetings and community events.
• Oversee and manage regional partnership budgets.

Skills

Partnership development

Community engagement

Healthcare outreach

Stakeholder relationship management

Data analysis

Communication skills

Job description

Location: Ilford, New Cross, Battersea and Wandsworth

Contract Type: Permanent

Hours: 37.5 hours a week

At CHEC, we’re always looking for great talent to help us achieve our ambitious goals and make a real difference to community health. We care about our people, and we care about the future of healthcare, that’s why we’re committed to delivering services that are innovative, accessible, and impactful.

If you’re care-focused, values-driven, and want to be part of a thriving organisation, CHEC could be your employer of choice. We now have an exciting opportunity for a Community Partner to join our growing team and take the lead in building strategic partnerships, engaging local communities, and improving access to care across the UK.

About the Role

As a Community Partner, this role acts as a vital link between CHEC and the communities we serve. The role focuses on building strong, lasting connections with local healthcare providers and organisations, while driving outreach that makes a genuine difference for populations.

Alongside strengthening community ties, the role also supports the growth and visibility of CHEC’s private service, Clarity. Helping to expand our presence in the private healthcare sector and bring our high-quality care to more patients.

Every connection made helps expand our reach, improve patient experiences, and ensure our services truly reflect the needs and voices of local communities.

We’re looking for someone who can

• Drive the partnership strategy for your region, building high-impact relationships with healthcare providers, local authorities, and community organisations.
• Align regional activity with CHEC’s national growth plans, NHS priorities, and local health needs to maximise relevance and impact.
• Lead the design and delivery of joint initiatives that expand service reach, tackle health inequalities, and improve patient outcomes.
• Act as the regional ambassador for CHEC, representing us at key meetings, forums, and community events.
• Collaborate across internal teams to ensure services are seamlessly integrated, efficient, and patient-focused.
• Oversee and manage budgets for regional partnership and community engagement activity, ensuring resources are used effectively to deliver maximum impact.
• Monitor performance through KPIs, data analysis, and community feedback, using insights to refine strategies.
• Identify new opportunities for growth, service innovation, and funding within your region.

What you’ll bring:

• Proven experience in partnership development, community engagement, or healthcare outreach with regional responsibility.
• Strong knowledge of NHS processes, commissioning, and local health priorities.
• Track record of building and maintaining trusted relationships with a range of stakeholders.
• Excellent communication, influencing, and negotiation skills.
• Experience designing, delivering, and evaluating impactful community or healthcare programmes.
• Commercial acumen and experience supporting business growth.
• Budget management skills to ensure effective use of resources.
• Ability to use data to inform strategy and drive continuous improvement.
• Creative problem-solving and adaptability to changing priorities.
• Passion for improving healthcare access, equity, and community outcomes.