Social Prescriber
| Dyddiad hysbysebu: | 02 Mawrth 2026 |
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| Cyflog: | Heb ei nodi |
| Gwybodaeth ychwanegol am y cyflog: | Negotiable |
| Oriau: | Llawn Amser |
| Dyddiad cau: | 15 Mawrth 2026 |
| Lleoliad: | York, YO24 4HD |
| Cwmni: | NHS Jobs |
| Math o swydd: | Parhaol |
| Cyfeirnod swydd: | A0821-26-0002 |
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Job Description Job Title Social Prescriber Responsible To Complex Care Lead Job Purpose The Social Prescriber will work as part of the Primary Care team to support patients with non-medical needs by adopting a holistic, person-centred approach. The post holder will connect individuals to community-based services and voluntary sector organisations to improve their health, wellbeing, and independence. The role focuses on addressing the wider determinants of health, such as social isolation, housing, financial concerns, employment, and lifestyle factors. The Social Prescriber will empower individuals to identify their own goals, develop personalised support plans, and build resilience through access to local resources and support networks. Working collaboratively with GPs, nurses, allied health professionals, and community partners, the Social Prescriber will contribute to reducing health inequalities, improving patient outcomes, and supporting the effective use of primary care services. Main Duties & Responsibilities Service Delivery Receive and manage referrals from within the PCN. Undertake holistic assessments and provide personalised support. Co-produce personalised care plans with individuals. Deliver structured one-to-one appointments and facilitate group sessions, including peer support. Empower individuals to make informed choices regarding their physical and emotional wellbeing. Support proactive approaches within the practice population to reduce health and social inequalities. Partnership Working Develop effective working relationships with GPs, Practice Staff and Primary Care colleagues. Promote awareness and understanding of Social Prescribing within General Practice. Build and maintain partnerships with voluntary, community and statutory services. Engage in multi-agency working to support individuals with complex or multiple needs. Identify gaps in provision and strengthen links with local community assets Data, Reporting and Governance Maintain accurate, confidential and up-to-date client records using GP clinical systems. Collate and report outcomes and outputs data in line with city-wide reporting requirements. Ensure compliance with safeguarding policies and procedures. Undertake risk assessment and risk management where appropriate. Use clinical supervision to support effective case management, including identifying and supporting high intensity users of practice resources. Working Arrangements Manage and prioritise a caseload effectively. Work autonomously while contributing positively to team development. Maintain and update professional knowledge and skills. Qualifications and Experience Relevant health and/or social care qualification or equivalent experience. Experience working with vulnerable individuals with multiple or complex needs. Experience of partnership and multi-agency working across public and voluntary sectors. Experience facilitating group work and peer support initiatives. Experience maintaining accurate records and contributing to data collection processes. Skills and Knowledge Excellent holistic assessment skills. Ability to co-produce personalised care plans. Strong communication and relationship-building skills. Knowledge of safeguarding for vulnerable adults. Applied knowledge of risk assessment and management. Competent in MS Office and relevant IT systems. Knowledge of local community and voluntary services. This job description is not exhaustive and may be adjusted periodically after review and consultation. You will also be expected to carry out any reasonable duties which may be requested from time-to-time.