As a Community Builder, you will be at the heart of our charity's ambition to reach seldom-heard members of the Armed-forces Community (AFC) and engage them in creating positive action that strengthens wider connections. You will identify the strengths, passions and interests within the AFC, foster meaningful connections with the wider community, and utilise these to create meaningful and sustainable outcomes.,

The successful candidate will need to be based within a 30-minute commute of their allocated locality and there is a requirement to travel regularly across the wider area (travel expenses covered). The successful candidate must possess a valid full UK driver's license and have access to a reliable vehicle with business insurance for work purposes.
There will also be a requirement for occasional travel to other UK locations for meetings and events depending on the charity's needs such as our annual all colleagues in person event.
The successful candidate will work 35 hours per week over 5 days, Monday - Sunday. Core working days will be Monday to Friday; however, flexibility is essential, as regular evening and weekend work will also be required to meet the needs of the role. Working hours will vary to ensure a total of 70 hours is covered over a two-week period, so please take this into consideration before applying.
The successful candidate will be required to undergo a Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check

A Community Development qualification and/or transferable Community Development skills and experience.
A basic understanding of the Asset-Based Community Development approach (ABCD) is required however full support and development of this practice and our internal ways of working will be provided.
Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build relationships that drive action.
A track record of successful collaboration with internal and external partners and stakeholders.
Effective and efficient organisational and IT skills.

In return we can offer you:
Belonging to a team who make a difference to our community and value equality, diversity and inclusion.
29 days' annual leave plus 8 bank holidays, regardless of service -plus your birthday off to celebrate!
Opportunity to buy and sell up to 5 days annual leave per year.
Added to our free health scheme from day one, including discounts on dental, opticians, massages, and more - with the option to upgrade.
3 volunteer days per year to support the Help for Heroes community.
A generous salary sacrifice pension scheme with an 8% employer contribution and a minimum 3% employee contribution, plus life insurance up to 4× salary as an active member.

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