About this role
Job summary
This post is a fixed term/secondment for 6 months until 31st March 2027 due to funding.
If you are interested in applying for the secondment position, you must obtain permission from your current line manager prior to applying for this post
Integrated Well-being Networks have been implemented across Gwent to improve well-being through community-based, place-focused approaches. They form a key part of the whole-system transformation set out in the Welsh Government's long-term plan for health and social care.
As Community Involvement Officer you will support the development of Caerphilly's place-based well-being approach - strengthening local networks, engaging partners, and working with community assets to promote well-being for all.
The ability to speak Welsh is desirable for this post; Welsh and/or English speakers are equally welcome to apply.
Main duties of the job
You will have a passion for working with people and empowering them to achieve their goals. You will be able to build strong, positive and long-lasting relationships that lead towards better well-being for all. You will be motivated, organised, proactive and a confident communicator. You will be comfortable working independently and alongside the team in order to achieve our programme objectives. You will need to be flexible to work at different locations within Caerphilly borough.
We are looking for someone with energy, commitment, and the ability to inspire partners and communities to work together and create positive, long-term change
About us
Aneurin Bevan University Health Board (ABUHB) is a multi-award-winning NHS organisation serving the communities of Gwent. With more than 14,000 staff and volunteers, we provide safe, high-quality, and compassionate care across hospitals, GP practices, community services, and mental health settings. As a University Health Board, research, education, and innovation are central to our work, supporting evidence-based practice and continuous improvement.
Our work is guided by the Gwent Strategy 2025-2035, which sets out our long-term ambition to create a fairer and healthier future for our population. We focus on prevention, reducing health inequalities, and working in partnership with local authorities, voluntary organisations, and communities to improve health and wellbeing.
We are committed to creating an inclusive, supportive workplace where people feel valued, respected, and able to develop. Our values of Kindness, Integrity, and Respect shape how we care for patients and how we treat one another.
We offer a wide range of learning and development opportunities, flexible working where possible, and a comprehensive NHS benefits package. Working for ABUHB means being part of an organisation that values its people and offers the chance to build a meaningful and rewarding career while making a real difference to the lives of others.
Job description Job responsibilities
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Person Specification
Qualifications Essential
Educated to degree level or equivalent demonstrable qualification or experience. Evidence of continual professional development Good understanding of assets-based community development approaches and strengths-based approaches to working with people Good knowledge of a variety of methods for community involvement Knowledge and understanding of health inequalities and barriers / facilitators to good well-being Good understanding of the functions of public, third sector and community organisations Knowledge of information governance and confidentiality in handling personal information
Desirable
Community development qualification
Experience Essential
Experience of working in a community environment and engaging effectively with people Experience of building and maintaining partnerships to achieve positive outcomes Experience of producing and communicating information for the public Experience of dealing with a variety of people at different levels, including members of the community and partner organisations
Desirable
Experience of using community development approaches
Skills and Attributes Essential
Confident and approachable communicator who can adapt the message and delivery to fit the needs of the audience Positive and proactive with the ability to engage and motivate partnership collaborations Ability to build strong relationships and foster trust and co-operation between partners Able to demonstrate a high level of interpersonal skills, displaying credibility, professionalism and influence Proficient in the use of IT with excellent knowledge of Microsoft office packages Creativity - layout of documents, design of presentations and displays, methods of engaging people Establishing systems and processes to ensure effective recording, monitoring and evaluation of engagement activities Ability to work on own initiative and use excellent organisational skills
Desirable
Welsh Language Skills are desirable levels 1 to 5 in understanding, speaking, reading, and writing in Welsh
Other Essential
Flexible to work at different locations The ability to travel frequently across Gwent in conducting this role
Disclosure and Barring Service Check This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
Certificate of Sponsorship Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
Employer details Employer name Aneurin Bevan University Health Board
Address Llanarth House
Bridge Street
Newbridge
NP11 5GH
United Kingdom
Employer's website https://abuhb.nhs.wales/ (Opens in a new tab)