Community Researcher - Project Leader

Salary: £27,280 - £28,940 pro rata per annum (depending on experience and qualifications)

Hours:

30 hours per week, with flexibility around working days and project needs

Location:

Hybrid, Barking & Dagenham, London
Closing Date: 14 October
Interviews: 19 October via Microsoft Teams

Do you believe people should have a real say in the services and communities that affect their lives?

At Brandon Trust, we're passionate about creating opportunities for people with learning disabilities, autistic people and neurodivergent people to be heard, valued and involved in shaping the world around them.

We're looking for a Community Researcher / Project Leader to join an exciting partnership with Care City CIC. This is an opportunity to lead meaningful projects that bring together people with lived experience, carers, community organisations and professionals to influence services, drive change and improve outcomes across Barking & Dagenham.

If you're an organised and enthusiastic project lead who enjoys working with people, facilitating conversations and turning ideas into action, we'd love to hear from you.

In this varied and rewarding role, you'll coordinate community research and involvement projects that help ensure people's experiences and perspectives are at the centre of decision-making.

You'll work closely with people with lived experience, carers, colleagues and community partners to:

• Coordinate community research and co-production projects
• Organise workshops, focus groups, meetings and community events
• Support people to participate confidently and meaningfully in projects
• Build strong relationships with local communities and partner organisations
• Gather and present insights, findings and recommendations
• Develop accessible resources, presentations and communications
• Monitor project outcomes and demonstrate impact
• Help create inclusive opportunities for people to influence change

We're looking for someone who is passionate about inclusion, engagement and making a positive difference. You may have experience in community development, research, engagement, project coordination, participation, co-production or a similar field.

You'll be someone who:

• Builds positive relationships with a wide range of people
• Has excellent communication and organisational skills
• Can manage multiple projects and priorities effectively
• Feels confident facilitating groups, workshops and discussions
• Is committed to inclusion, accessibility and person-centred approaches
• Enjoys working collaboratively and bringing people together
• Can turn feedback and ideas into meaningful actions and outcomes

At Brandon Trust, we're a charity that's all about supporting people to live the lives they choose. We know that great support starts with great people, so we'll support you to develop your skills, grow your career and be part of something meaningful.

As well as a rewarding role where you'll make a genuine difference, you'll have access to:

• Wagestream, allowing you to track your earnings and access pay early
• Shopping discounts including Blue Light Card, EE Perks and Costco membership
• Recommend a Friend scheme
• Wellbeing helplines and Health Cash Plan
• Cycle to Work Scheme
• Ongoing learning and development opportunities
• A supportive and friendly team environment

This is a hybrid role based in Barking & Dagenham and delivered in partnership with Care City CIC. Interviews will take place on 19 October via Microsoft Teams.

We welcome applications from people of all backgrounds and are committed to building a diverse and inclusive workforce where everyone can thrive.