Job summary
CityView Primary Care Network (PCN) has an exciting opportunity for a Social Prescribing Link Worker to join our team. We are looking for someone to work between 16-24 hours per week, based across the 5 practices within our network.
We are seeking a friendly, enthusiastic, and compassionate individual for this role. The post holder will have excellent communication skills and the ability to work confidently with a diverse range of people.
Main duties of the job
Social prescribing empowers people to take control of their health and wellbeing through referral to non-clinical link workers. You will work directly with patients referred by GPs and other agencies, helping them identify what matters most and co-producing personalised support plans. You will connect people to local community groups, charities, and services that meet their practical, social, and emotional needs. This includes support with housing, benefits, employment, social activities, and more. You will work closely with practice teams, voluntary organisations, and statutory services to make a real difference.
Key Responsibilities
- Receive referrals from GP practices and a wide range of agencies
- Co-produce personalised care and support plans with patients
- Provide one-to-one support through consultations, phone calls, and community visits
- Build strong links with local VCSE organisations and community groups
- Promote social prescribing across the PCN and educate staff on its value
- Maintain accurate records and ensure appropriate coding of referrals
- Support patients to access services and attend activities, including accompanying them when needed
- Encourage patient feedback and contribute to service evaluation
- Collaborate with the wider PCN team, including the Occupational Therapist
- Attend team meetings and provide updates on social prescribing activity
About us
CityView PCN were formed in September 2024 and comprise of Walkley House & Stannington Medical Centre, Upperthorpe & Ecclesall Medical Centre and Manchester Road Surgery.
A base is provided for our social prescribing team at Manchester Road surgery, but you will have the flexibility to work across all sites to suit your patient needs.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Job Description:
CityView Primary Care Network (PCN) has an exciting opportunity for a Social Prescribing Link Worker to join our team. We are looking for someone to work between 2430 hours per week, based across the 5 practices within our network.
We are seeking a friendly, enthusiastic, and compassionate individual for this role. The post holder will have excellent communication skills and the ability to work confidently with a diverse range of people.
About the Role
Social prescribing empowers people to take control of their health and wellbeing through referral to non-clinical link workers. You will work directly with patients referred by GPs and other agencies, helping them identify what matters most and co-producing personalised support plans. You will connect people to local community groups, charities, and services that meet their practical, social, and emotional needs. This includes support with housing, benefits, employment, social activities, and more. You will work closely with practice teams, voluntary organisations, and statutory services to make a real difference.
Key Responsibilities
- Receive referrals from GP practices and a wide range of agencies
- Co-produce personalised care and support plans with patients
- Provide one-to-one support through consultations, phone calls, and community visits
- Build strong links with local VCSE organisations and community groups
- Promote social prescribing across the PCN and educate staff on its value
- Maintain accurate records and ensure appropriate coding of referrals
- Support patients to access services and attend activities, including accompanying them when needed
- Encourage patient feedback and contribute to service evaluation
- Collaborate with the wider PCN team, including the Occupational Therapist
- Attend team meetings and provide updates on social prescribing activity
Support & Supervision
- Regular clinical supervision from a named GP or clinician
- Day-to-day support from the Practice/PCN Manager
- Peer support from other Link Workers across the PCN
- Access to ongoing training and CPD opportunities
Job description
Job responsibilities
Job Description:
CityView Primary Care Network (PCN) has an exciting opportunity for a Social Prescribing Link Worker to join our team. We are looking for someone to work between 2430 hours per week, based across the 5 practices within our network.
We are seeking a friendly, enthusiastic, and compassionate individual for this role. The post holder will have excellent communication skills and the ability to work confidently with a diverse range of people.
About the Role
Social prescribing empowers people to take control of their health and wellbeing through referral to non-clinical link workers. You will work directly with patients referred by GPs and other agencies, helping them identify what matters most and co-producing personalised support plans. You will connect people to local community groups, charities, and services that meet their practical, social, and emotional needs. This includes support with housing, benefits, employment, social activities, and more. You will work closely with practice teams, voluntary organisations, and statutory services to make a real difference.
Key Responsibilities
- Receive referrals from GP practices and a wide range of agencies
- Co-produce personalised care and support plans with patients
- Provide one-to-one support through consultations, phone calls, and community visits
- Build strong links with local VCSE organisations and community groups
- Promote social prescribing across the PCN and educate staff on its value
- Maintain accurate records and ensure appropriate coding of referrals
- Support patients to access services and attend activities, including accompanying them when needed
- Encourage patient feedback and contribute to service evaluation
- Collaborate with the wider PCN team, including the Occupational Therapist
- Attend team meetings and provide updates on social prescribing activity
Support & Supervision
- Regular clinical supervision from a named GP or clinician
- Day-to-day support from the Practice/PCN Manager
- Peer support from other Link Workers across the PCN
- Access to ongoing training and CPD opportunities
Person Specification
Experience
Essential
- Essential:
- - Experience in primary care, community, social care, or voluntary sector
- - Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
- - Ability to work confidently with a diverse range of people
- - Competent in using IT systems (e.g. Microsoft Office)
- - Commitment to reducing health inequalities
- - Ability to travel across the local area
Desirable
- Desirable:
- - Experience working in General Practice or multi-disciplinary teams
- - Familiarity with SystmOne or similar systems
- - Knowledge of local VCSE services
- - Training in motivational interviewing or coaching
- - Understanding of the wider determinants of health
Person Specification
Experience
Essential
- Essential:
- - Experience in primary care, community, social care, or voluntary sector
- - Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
- - Ability to work confidently with a diverse range of people
- - Competent in using IT systems (e.g. Microsoft Office)
- - Commitment to reducing health inequalities
- - Ability to travel across the local area
Desirable
- Desirable:
- - Experience working in General Practice or multi-disciplinary teams
- - Familiarity with SystmOne or similar systems
- - Knowledge of local VCSE services
- - Training in motivational interviewing or coaching
- - Understanding of the wider determinants of health
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.