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Community Development Worker

Position: Community Development Worker (Edgbaston Neighbourhood Network Scheme)
Location: Edgbaston (Hybrid with community outreach)
Hours: 1 x Full time (37hrs p/w). Job share would be considered
Salary: £27,250
Contract: Permanent


Closing Date: 5th October 2025
Interview Date: W/C 13th or 20th October

Benefits: Enhanced annual leave, hybrid working (where appropriate), flexible working opportunities, a range of workplace well-being support and activities, including Employee Assistance Programme, family-friendly policies and a range of family friendly policies and subsidised parking


The Role

Neighbourhood Network Schemes (NNS) are responsible for building community capacity and developing a clear view of the existing community infrastructure and then building connections between assets, statutory organisations and local people. Edgbaston is one of 10 designated Localities in Birmingham. The purpose of NNS is to ensure that citizens over 50 and adults with additional needs can access community support, improving their wellbeing and quality of life. This is achieved through identifying, supporting and developing the community offer provided by individuals, groups, organisations, services and places in the constituency (we often refer to these collectively as “assets”).

Having moved on from the initial phase which was to map the area and build relationships this is now a role that is more about maintaining those relationships and increasing the capacity of these assets. However, there will always be a need to promote the NNS to new audiences and ensure knowledge of the area remains current so the role will continue to include developing networks and stakeholder engagement.

The Role

Key duties and responsibilities include:

  • Stakeholder Engagement
  • Community Development
  • Training and Promotion
  • Administrative Duties
Required Skills/Experience

We are looking for someone with excellent interpersonal skills and empathy with a range of client groups.

You will have:

  • A minimum of 2 years working in an engagement or community development role with diverse community settings with statutory and third sector organisations
  • Recent experience of working with community/grassroots organisations
  • An understanding of information sharing, consent and confidentiality issues and risks
  • Experience and understanding of the importance of equalities, diversity and inclusion
  • An understanding of the lived experience of individuals from Black, Asian and Minority Ethnic backgrounds, LGBTQIA+ communities and those living with disability/additional needs

You may also have experience in areas such as Community Development, Community Engagement, Community Development Officer, Community Engagement Officer, Community Development Worker, Community Engagement Worker, Community Support, Community Partnerships.

To Apply

Please send your CV with cover letter stating why you are interested in the role and how your skills and experience match theJob Description to recruitment@gatewayfs.org by midnight on 5th October 2025