Overview
Project Worker – Wellbeing Service
Are you passionate about supporting people’s health and wellbeing? The Bridge Project plays an essential role within the Bradford District & Craven Wellbeing Network, providing a streamlined, single point of access for system partners and front-line workers. We are looking for a full-time Project Worker on a fixed‑term contract until 31 March 2027 to join the System Access Point. The role is to be the first point of contact for people needing support, helping them navigate services and access the right help, and to support the delivery of our in-house telephone befriending service.
Responsibilities
- Provide a welcoming first point of contact for individuals seeking support.
- Offer triage screening, assess wellbeing needs, and connect people to relevant services.
- Recruit, train, and support volunteer befrienders, ensuring they can provide meaningful assistance.
- Maintain contact with service users throughout their journey.
- Build and maintain strong relationships with volunteers, stakeholders, and the wider Wellbeing Network.
What We’re Looking For (Qualifications and Experience)
- Experience in a voluntary, health, or care setting.
- Strong communication and IT skills (Microsoft Office proficiency).
- Ability to work independently and manage workload effectively.
- Understanding of confidentiality, safeguarding, and professional boundaries.
- Passion for empowering people and supporting community wellbeing.
- Desirable: Experience in volunteer coordination.
- Qualifications in health, social care, or training.
- Local knowledge of the Bradford area.
Benefits
- Competitive salary that reflects your skills and contribution
- 32 days of annual leave to rest, recharge, and enjoy life outside work
- 5% employer pension contribution to support long‑term financial security
- A dedicated Learning & Development programme to help you grow and progress
- 24/7 Employee Assistance Programme offering confidential advice
- Death‑in‑service benefit worth three times your salary
- Refer‑a‑friend bonus of £500
- Two hours of monthly wellbeing time to pause, connect, and reset with your team
- A programme of mindfulness activities to boost focus on overall wellbeing
- Access to a Blue Light Card for discounts across retailers, restaurants, and leisure brands
- The Bridge Project is proud to be a Mindful Employer
How to Apply
If you would like to have an informal conversation about the role, please contact Jenny Brown, Director of Operations at
Jenny.Brown@thebridgeproject.org.uk
To find out more information and to download an application pack, please visit: Jobs and Volunteering – The Bridge Project
You must complete theBridge Project’s application form in order to be considered for the role. The application form plays a key part in our recruitment and selection process. We use the information you provide about your skills, experience, career and education history to decide whether or not to invite you for an interview. It is important that you complete the application form as fully and accurately as possible, ensuring that you give specific examples which demonstrate how you meet the criteria. No CVs are accepted. No Employment Agencies please.
Closing Date: 9.00 am 21 July 2026Shortlisting Date: 22 July 2026Interview Date: 30 July 2026
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