Social Isolation Support Coordinator

Social Isolation Support Coordinator

Location:

Newton Aycliffe Hub, County Durham (DL5 7DZ
) Salary: £25,877.80 will be starting salary, with full earning potential up to £34,240

Contract:

12-month fixed-term contract

Hours:

37 hours per week, Monday - Thursday, 9am–5pm & Friday, 9am–4.30pm

Please note:

The salary listed reflects the full earning potential for this role. Starting salaries depend on experience and progression within the band.

Waythrough was formed in 2024 following the merger of Humankind and Richmond Fellowship. Together, we’ve created one of the largest mental health and social support charities in England. Every year, we support around 125,000 people through nearly 200 services – and it’s all made possible by our 3,500 brilliant staff and volunteers.

Are you passionate about helping others live safer, healthier, more independent lives? Join our team at Waythrough and support people facing challenges around mental health, substance use, housing or domestic abuse. This is more than just a job – it’s a chance to build meaningful relationships and create lasting change.

At Waythrough, we’re looking for a compassionate and motivated Social Isolation Support Coordinator to join our Community Services team. This is an exciting opportunity to join a new role supporting adults aged 55 and over who may be experiencing loneliness, social isolation, poor mental wellbeing or difficulties accessing their local community. You’ll work directly with individuals on a one-to-one basis, helping them build confidence, improve their wellbeing and develop meaningful social connections.

You’ll support people to identify their goals, explore opportunities within their communities and access the services and activities that can make a real difference to their lives. As this is a new role, you’ll have the opportunity to shape how the service develops, build relationships with local organisations and demonstrate the positive impact this support can have. Your work will help us show commissioners the value of the service and its potential to improve outcomes for local people.

• Work with individuals to understand their needs, strengths, goals and the barriers they face.
• Develop personalised support plans focused on improving wellbeing, confidence and independence.
• Provide practical and emotional support to people experiencing loneliness, anxiety, low confidence or social isolation.
• Help individuals access local community groups, activities, volunteering opportunities and other support services.
• Accompany people to initial appointments or community activities where appropriate, helping them feel confident taking the next steps.
• Provide information, advice and signposting to relevant health, social care, housing, welfare and community services.
• Build positive working relationships with local organisations and community partners.
• Monitor progress, review support plans and maintain accurate records of outcomes.
• Recognise safeguarding concerns and follow the appropriate procedures to help keep people safe.
• You’ll work independently, managing your own caseload while building a strong network of local connections to help people access the support they need.

• Experience working with vulnerable adults, older people or individuals with wellbeing needs.
• An understanding of the causes and impact of loneliness and social isolation.
• Experience assessing individual needs and developing support plans.
• Knowledge of safeguarding principles and procedures.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• The ability to motivate and empower individuals to achieve positive outcomes.
• The ability to work independently and manage…