Make a difference in your local community
We are looking for a compassionate and motivated Community Health and Wellbeing Worker (CHWW) to support households in Camborne.
This role focuses on improving health and wellbeing, reducing inequalities, and helping people access the support they need. You’ll work directly with residents, building trusted relationships and connecting them to local services, community groups, and opportunities.
This is part of an innovative programme across West Cornwall, focused on prevention, personalised support, and non-medical approaches to health and wellbeing.
No direct experience? A trainee role may be available for the right candidate with the right values, motivation, and potential.
N.B - Trainee roles will be offered at a reduced salary with a lighter caseload and structured development support
Hours: Part-time, Fixed-Term to March 2028 (extension subject to funding)
- 22.5 hours per week (3 days per week), or
- 25.25 hours per week (3 days one week, 4 days the next)
Flexible and family-friendly working arrangements available.
Key responsibilities
- Build trusted relationships with local households through visits, outreach and phone contact (including door knocking)
- Identify needs and support people to access health, social and community services
- Use a coaching and trauma-informed approach to support positive change
- Encourage participation in community activities and wellbeing initiatives
- Promote health messages (e.g. screening, immunisations, healthy lifestyles)
- Work with GP practices, social prescribing teams and partner organisations
- Maintain accurate records and follow GDPR requirements
About you
Essential
- Strong people skills – approachable, compassionate and non-judgemental
- Understanding of challenges faced by people in disadvantaged communities
- Good communication, listening and relationship-building skills
- Organised and able to work independently
- Confident using IT systems and keeping accurate records
- Flexible and adaptable in a community-based role
- Understanding of confidentiality and professional boundaries
- Confidence working in group settings and with partner organisations
- Willingness to learn (training provided)
Desirable
- Experience in community, outreach, health, or support roles
- Knowledge of local services and community networks
- Lived experience or connection to the local area
What we offer
- A rewarding role making a real impact in the community
- Full training and development (including trauma-informed practice)
- Supportive and inclusive team environment
- Flexible, family-friendly working
- Opportunity to shape an innovative community health programme
Apply
Submit your CV and a short supporting statement (max 2 pages) explaining how you meet the criteria.
Informal enquiries
Thinking about applying but not sure if the role is right for you? We strongly encourage an informal chat to find out more. Contact Catherine Eastman (CHWW Manager) at [email protected] or call 07863036864.
Equality
We welcome applications from people of all backgrounds and lived experiences.
Deadline for applications: 24th June 2026
Please note: this vacancy may close early if a suitable candidate is identified, so early applications are encouraged.
Pay: £13.63 per hour
Work Location: In person
