Head of community engagement Work, Jobs in Wolverhampton (with Salaries)

Wellbeing Officer (Wolves Foundation)
Wolverhampton Wanderers FC —Wolverhampton
- Weekend availability
- First Aid Certification
- Travel
- Organisational skills
17h
Communications Manager
Midlands Air Ambulance Charity —Shifnal
- £43,000 - £48,000 a year
- Full-time
- Management
- In-person
- Leadership
- Free parking
- Store discount
10d
Interim Head of Department - Social Sciences & Humanities
University of Wolverhampton —Wolverhampton
- £59,966 - £69,487 a year
- Temporary
- Hybrid work
- Doctoral degree
- Master's degree
- University
- Free parking
- Annual leave
11d
Staff Engagement and Communications Officer
HM Prison & Probation Service —Birmingham
- £30,001 - £50,000 a year
- Full-time
- Hybrid work
- Management
- English
- Microsoft Office
- Annual leave
- Employee discount
5d
Head of Project Management Office (PMO)
Converge Technology Solutions —Stafford
- £75,000 - £78,250 a year
- Full-time
- Hybrid work
- Project management
- No degree
- IT
11d
Senior Administrative/Development Officer (Maternity Cover 14 months)
Birmingham City University —Birmingham
- £38,050 - £44,131 a year
- Full-time
- Hybrid work
- Microsoft Powerpoint
- Microsoft Word
- CRM software
Head of Partnerships
Wolverhampton Wanderers FC —Wolverhampton
- Full-time
- Management
- Sales
- English
10d
Head of School
Progress Schools —Wolverhampton
- £40,000 - £45,000 a year
- English
- Leadership
- Communication skills
- Employee discount
- Referral programme
Fundraising Executive (Community Funding and Small Grants)
Midlands Air Ambulance Charity —Shifnal
- £28,000 - £30,000 a year
- Full-time
- Hybrid work
- CRM software
- Management
- Administrative experience
- Free parking
- Store discount
Quick apply
1d
Associate - Social Value
Ridge & Partners LLP —Birmingham
- Full-time
- Business development
- Project management
- Presentation skills
Internal Communications Senior Manager
National Crime Agency —Birmingham
- £4,379 - £70,179 a year
- Full-time
- Hybrid work
- Presentation skills
- Continuous improvement
- Travel
- Annual leave
2d
Regional Lead - Direct Relationship Management - Midlands
Allica Bank —Birmingham
- Full-time
- Hybrid work
- Business development
- Leadership
- Communication skills
Head of Driver Policy (job-share)
Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency —Birmingham
- £69,501 a year
- Part-time
- Hybrid work
- Presentation skills
- Travel
- Leadership
- Annual leave
- Employee assistance programme
Lecturer in Accounting and Finance
University of Wolverhampton —Wolverhampton
- £41,064 - £48,822 a year
- Hybrid work
- Doctoral degree
- University
- Teaching
- Free parking
- Annual leave
2d
National Operations Manager
Churchill Group —Birmingham
- Up to £50,000 a year
- Management
- Bachelor's degree
- Driving
- Employee discount
- Sick pay
Quick apply
Education Centre Manager
Explore Learning —Birmingham
- £31,250 - £33,750 a year
- Full-time
- English
- Leadership
- Employee discount
- Referral programme
7d
Events Manager (6 Month FTC)
Shoosmiths —Birmingham
- CRM software
- Microsoft Office
- Business development
- Flexible schedule
Associate Head of Healthcare - West Midlands - FT
Mountain Healthcare —Wednesbury
- £50,000 - £52,520 a year
- Full-time
- BLS Certification
- Travel
- Mentoring
- Annual leave
- Referral programme
Quick apply
Wellbeing & Emotional Support Practitioner
ONSIDE Independent Advocacy —Redditch
- £25,500 - £28,000 a year
- Full-time
- School
- Employee assistance programme
- Sick pay
Children & Families Service Manager
ONSIDE Independent Advocacy —Kidderminster
- £28,500 - £30,500 a year
- Management
- Communication skills
- Employee assistance programme
- Sick pay
10d

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Wellbeing Officer (Wolves Foundation)

Wolverhampton Wanderers FC -
Wolverhampton

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Job details

Full-time
17 hours ago

Qualifications

Driving Licence
First Aid Certification
Organisational skills
Communication skills

Full job description

JOB DESCRIPTION

JOB TITLE: Wellbeing Officer

DEPARTMENT: Wolves Foundation

REPORTS TO: Health Improvement Manager

DIRECT REPORTS: N/A

LOCATION: Molineux Stadium and working across the City of Wolverhampton

HOURS PER WEEK: 37.5 hours per week

WORKING ARRANGEMENT: Your working pattern will predominately be core office hours which

are Monday – Friday, 9:00am – 5:30pm; however, flexibility to work

evenings, weekends, and matchdays will be necessary and directed

by your line manager. Please note there is a requirement to work

every home fixture.

DATE: July 2026

Wolves Foundation plays a pivotal role in the city of Wolverhampton, serving as a trusted and
influential force for positive change. Through a dedicated team of skilled staff and volunteers, the
Foundation leverages the strong local connection to Wolves to motivate, educate, and inspire
individuals and communities to improve their lives.

As it embarks on its 2030 strategy, the charity works collaboratively with key local partners—including
the local authority, police, health services, and education providers—to identify and address societal
challenges and health inequalities. Using data and insight, it delivers evidence-based interventions
through a wide range of projects aligned with its four strategic priorities;

Economic Prosperity and Employment
Community Safety
Health and Wellbeing
Stronger Together

Community engagement is central to the Foundation’s mission, with a commitment to removing
barriers to participation regardless of age, gender, race, religion, sexual orientation, or disability. Its
work spans 225 delivery sites across the city, engaging tens of thousands of participants from as young
as one month to over 100 years old.

All employees are expected to embody the Foundation’s core values and ethos, ensuring excellence
in delivery. Professionalism and adherence to contractual, operational, and policy standards are
essential to maintaining the integrity and impact of the Foundation’s work.

Wolves Values – what we stand for:

Purpose: To make our pack proud by uniting our city, inspiring our communities, and delivering

unforgettable moments.

One Pack: Collaborate, build trust and care for each other.
Be Brave: Be bold, honest, and embrace challenges with courage.
Raise our Game: Seek improvement and strive for excellence in everything we do.
Own It: Act with integrity and take full responsibility for actions and results on and off the

pitch.
Stay Humble: Show respect, listen to others, and leave egos at the door.

Job purpose

To lead and develop the club’s Suicide Prevention Programme, working both operationally on

matchdays and strategically across the organisation to ensure supporters experiencing mental

health challenges are supported, safeguarded and appropriately referred. The role will contribute to

a safe, inclusive stadium environment that promotes mental wellbeing and early intervention.

Key responsibilities

To have a clear understanding of the Wolverhampton Wanderers Foundations core values and

objectives.

To lead the design, development and delivery of the club’s Matchday Suicide Prevention

Programme, working alongside the Suicide Prevention Steering Group.

To ensure the programme is evidence-informed, accessible to supporters and effectively

promoted across the fanbase.

To monitor, evaluate and continuously improve programme delivery and impact.

To identify and support individuals at risk, ensuring safe and appropriate referral into

relevant services.

To play a key role in supporting the Head for Health service, ensuring seamless referral

pathways for matchday supporters.

To develop and maintain clear, safe and effective referral processes for individuals requiring

additional support.

To work collaboratively with internal teams and external partners to ensure joined-up care

and follow-up support.

To design and deliver suicide prevention and mental health awareness training for staff,

stewards and supporters.

To oversee initiatives such as the “Ow Am Ya” training programme, building confidence in

recognising and responding to mental health concerns.

To act as the lead for suicide prevention and mental health response on all matchdays.

To provide immediate and appropriate support to children, young people, adults at risk, and

individuals experiencing emotional distress.

To work in partnership with safeguarding teams, stewards, medical staff and emergency

services to manage incidents effectively.

To ensure all safeguarding concerns are recorded, reported and escalated in line with

Foundation procedures.

To support the wellbeing of matchday staff and volunteers, including post-incident support

where required.

To contribute to the development of a visible and accessible wellbeing offer for supporters

across the stadium.

To promote a culture of psychological safety and early intervention within the matchday

environment.

To establish and support a Suicide Prevention Fans Stakeholder Group.

To develop and maintain strong relationships with external partners, including local mental

health and wellbeing services.

To positively represent the Foundation and contribute to internal and external meetings as

required.

Perform other duties as required and directed by your line manager which are considered

relevant to the post and the objectives of the Foundation.
To ensure positive commitment to sustainability and social action projects and targets in line

with the Foundation’s One Pack One Planet action plan.

Safeguarding responsibilities

To work alongside the DSL and Head of Safeguarding to ensure safeguarding standards are

met and maintained.

To maintain up-to-date knowledge and CPD relating to safeguarding, mental health and

suicide prevention.

To ensure all work is carried out in line with safeguarding policies and procedures.

This role involves working with children and/or adults at risk in a regulated activity and

requires full adherence to safeguarding responsibilities.

This role involves working with children and/or adults at risk in a Regulated Activity (or in close
proximity to children and/or adults at risk). This means that the post-holder is required to apply all
relevant policies and uphold the Club’s commitment to safeguarding children and adults at risk.

Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion

The post holder will demonstrate a strong commitment to equality, diversity, and inclusion,
supporting the organisation’s strategic aims to remove barriers and address inequality. You will play
an active role in promoting an inclusive, discrimination-free environment that ensures fair access to
opportunities and resources. This includes fostering a culture of dignity, respect, and belonging where
everyone is empowered to contribute, perform, and reach their full potential.

General responsibilities

Compliance with Wolverhampton Wanderers Foundation Policies.
Compliance with Wolverhampton Wanderers Foundation health & safety procedures.
Compliance with Wolverhampton Wanderers Foundation safeguarding policies.
Champion the club and Foundation values at all times.
To maintain professional conduct at all times.
To undertake other duties as may be reasonably expected.

Contractual Information

Due to the nature of the role, there will be a regular requirement to work evenings, weekends

and matchdays.

Key relationships

Wolves Foundation Senior Management Team
Head of Safeguarding and wider Safeguarding team
Head of Programmes – Health Improvement & Community Sport
Health Improvement Manager
Health Improvement Team
Stadium Operations Team
Foundation Management Team
External partners and wellbeing services
Premier League
Premier League Foundation
Local authority and mental health services

Person Specification

Job Title: Wellbeing Officer

Knowledge: the level and breadth of knowledge to do the job Essential Desirable

Strong understanding of suicide prevention approaches ✓

Knowledge of safeguarding procedures for children and adults ✓

at risk

Understanding of risk identification, management and ✓

escalation

Knowledge of mental health support pathways and services ✓

An understanding of working with adults and children with ✓

mental health and wellbeing considerations and possible

reasonable adjustments.

Knowledge of local mental health support services ✓

Understanding of stadium or event-based safeguarding ✓

environments

Technical/work-based skills: skills specific to the job Essential Desirable

Ability to respond appropriately in high-pressure situations ✓

Strong communication and interpersonal skills ✓

Ability to design and deliver training and awareness sessions ✓

Ability to manage referrals and maintain accurate records ✓

Strong organisational skills and attention to detail ✓

Experience delivering mental health or suicide prevention ✓

training

Experience working within multi-agency environments ✓

General Skills Essential Desirable

Compassionate, empathetic and non-judgemental approach ✓

Availability for flexible working hours ✓

Ability to travel around the Wolverhampton Wanderers ✓
Foundation geographical area or to get to Molineux Stadium

Committed to making a positive impact to beneficiaries with a ✓
pro-active solution focussed approach

Resilient and emotionally intelligent ✓

Ability to maintain professional boundaries and confidentiality ✓

Passion for community engagement and mental wellbeing ✓

Experience: proven record of experience in a particular Essential Desirable
field, profession, or specialism.

Experience working in safeguarding, mental health or crisis ✓

response environments

Experience supporting individuals at risk ✓

Experience working with external partners and agencies ✓

Experience working within sport, events or stadium ✓

environments

Experience leading programmes or initiatives ✓

Qualifications: the level of educational, professional and/or Essential Desirable
occupational training required

Post-holder must hold or obtain at the earliest opportunity the ✓
relevant safeguarding

Post-holder will be subject to a DBS check at the appropriate level ✓
and cleared by the Wolves Safeguarding Manager

Adult Mental Health First Aid qualification ✓

Post-holder must hold a valid driver’s license. ✓

Qualification in mental health, counselling, safeguarding or ✓
related field

Management or Leadership qualification ✓

NB: This job description and personal specification is intended to be a general guide to the scope
of the duties and not an inflexible specification.

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head of community engagement jobs in wolverhampton

Wellbeing Officer (Wolves Foundation)

Communications Manager

Interim Head of Department - Social Sciences & Humanities

Staff Engagement and Communications Officer

Head of Project Management Office (PMO)

Senior Administrative/Development Officer (Maternity Cover 14 months)

Head of Partnerships

Head of School

Fundraising Executive (Community Funding and Small Grants)

Associate - Social Value

Internal Communications Senior Manager

Regional Lead - Direct Relationship Management - Midlands

Head of Driver Policy (job-share)

Lecturer in Accounting and Finance

National Operations Manager

Education Centre Manager

Events Manager (6 Month FTC)

Associate Head of Healthcare - West Midlands - FT

Wellbeing & Emotional Support Practitioner

Children & Families Service Manager

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