Social Prescriber

Job Advert Skip to main content Cookies on NHS Jobs We've put some small files called cookies on your device to help us make improvements to our site. To improve our site we'd also like to use cookies which will send information to Google Analytics. You can read more about our cookies before you choose. Accept analytics cookies Do not accept analytics cookies Jobs Menu Sign in Create an account English Cymraeg Menu Close menu Search Sign in Create an account Display in Welsh (Cymraeg) Search Sign in Create an account Display in Welsh (Cymraeg) BETA Your feedback will help us to improve this service. The Lewisham Care Partnership Social Prescriber The closing date is 26 October 2026 Apply for this job Job summary Are you passionate about improving people's wellbeing and making a real difference in your local community? We are looking for a compassionate and proactive Social Prescribing Link Worker to join our team and help patients access the support, services, and community resources they need to live healthier, more independent lives. In this rewarding role, you will work closely with patients, their families, carers, healthcare professionals, and community organisations to provide personalised, holistic support that focuses on what matters most to each individual. You will help people overcome social, practical, and wellbeing challenges, develop tailored care and support plans, and connect them with local services and opportunities that can improve their overall quality of life. As part of a supportive multidisciplinary team, you will play a key role in strengthening community connections, promoting social prescribing across the Primary Care Network, and helping to reduce health inequalities. This is an excellent opportunity for someone who enjoys building relationships, empowering others, and creating positive outcomes for individuals and communities alike. Main duties of the job The Social Prescribing Link Worker supports patients referred through the TLCP Practice and PCN by providing personalised, holistic support to improve their health, wellbeing, and independence. Working closely with individuals, families, carers, healthcare professionals, and community organisations, the post holder helps people identify what matters most to them, develop personalised care and support plans, and access appropriate community, voluntary, statutory, and health services. The role involves managing a caseload, monitoring outcomes, building strong relationships with local community resources, supporting the development of sustainable community networks, and promoting social prescribing across the PCN. The post holder will also contribute to service evaluation, multidisciplinary working, patient advocacy, and the continuous development of local support services. About us Mission Statement: Each and every patient Matters TLCP Partnership aims to provide high quality health care in a responsive, supportive, courteous and cost-effective manner. We will: Provide a service which puts patient welfare at the heart of all we do Work within the framework of NHS Primary Care Services to provide professional medical, nursing and other services which meet the identified needs of patients Promote best practice through utilising specialist expertise within the practice team and externally and encouraging the continuous professional development of all members of the practice team Nurture a culture which is innovative, forward looking and adaptable Take into account the evidence provided by scientific and medical research in our treatment Details Date posted 25 September 2026 Pay scheme Other Salary Depending on experience Up to £18/hr Contract Permanent Working pattern Full-time Reference number U0101-26-0017 Job locations 56-60 Loampit Vale Lewisham London SE13 7SX United Kingdom Job description Job responsibilities Core Duties The Social Prescribing Link Worker will: Take referrals from within TLCP Practice/PCN. These could come from a n