Community Wellbeing Connector

Community Wellbeing Connector (mental health)

Do you want to play a key role in improving mental health and wellbeing within local communities?

Do you strive to help people feel supported, connected and empowered within their communities?

We have a great opportunity to join Northpoint as a Community Wellbeing Connector (Mental Health), working as part of a partnership to transform community mental health support across Leeds within our Community Mental Health Services (CMHS) service.

You will join us on a full time, permanent basis (35 hours per week) with a salary of £32,597 per annum (NJC Scale 6, SCP 20).

We offer:

• 35-hour full time working week

• 28 days annual leave plus bank holidays (pro rata)

• Up to 3 discretionary leave days at Christmas

• Auto-enrolment pension scheme

• Enhanced leave policies that support you when it matters most

• Regular supervision and development opportunities

• A supportive, inclusive and values-led working environment

Why choose Northpoint?

We are a leading regional provider of mental health services for children, young people and adults across West Yorkshire. We work in partnership with local services and we are committed to delivering accessible, high-quality support that meets people's needs at the right time.

Joining us means being part of a collaborative and values-led organisation where your work will have real impact.

As a Community Wellbeing Connector, you will play a key role in connecting people aged 18+ with local opportunities, activities, services and community resources, while providing person-centred support to individuals experiencing complex mental health needs across Leeds.

You will be responsible for:

• Providing person-centred support to people to achieve improved wellbeing, recovery and greater independence

• Working alongside individuals to understand “what matters to me”, developing personalised support plans that reflect their strengths, interests, priorities and aspirations

• Building strong relationships with local organisations and voluntary community sector partners, including primary care to connect people with activities, services and opportunities that improve their quality of life and to provide joined up support

Please note, this is an office-based role at The Small Mill, Leeds, due to the nature of the work and the need for regular in-person support.

What are we looking for in our ideal Community Wellbeing Connector?

We are looking for someone who is organised, reliable and enjoys working in a varied, people-facing role.

• A relevant Level 3 qualification in Health and Social Care, Mental Health or a related subject (or equivalent experience in mental health support)

• Experience of supporting people with mental health needs or complex lives within statutory, voluntary or community settings

• Knowledge of voluntary, community and statutory services within Leeds and an understanding of the wider factors affecting health and wellbeing, and experience of partnership working, building effective relationships and working collaboratively across organisations

• Experience of managing a varied workload or caseload and responding appropriately to changing priorities

• An understanding of safeguarding, confidentiality and risk management

• If you have the skills, knowledge and experience we are looking for to be our Community Wellbeing Connector and are passionate about making a difference, please click ‘Apply’. We’d love to hear from you.

We recognise the value of using digital tools to optimise our work. You can use AI to support your application, but please make sure it reflects your own individuality, experience, and approach.

Please note, we review applications regularly and may close adverts early if we receive a high level of interest or find a suitable candidate.

Closing date: 16 August 2026

Interview date: 4 September 2026

We may utilise digital interview methods.

We aim to be a talented, resilient and inclusive community. We welcome applications form all and offer a variety of flexible working opportunities.

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults, and we expect all of our staff to share this commitment. This post is subject to an Enhanced DBS check.

It's important to us that our recruitment process is inclusive and person-centred. If you require any support or adjustments to access any stage of the recruitment process, please contact our Recruitment Team at recruitment@northpoint.org.uk to discuss how we can support you.