Community Connector

Contract: Fixed-term until 30th November 2029, subject to project funding Are you passionate about bringing people together and helping communities thrive? As a Community Connector, you will play a key role in the Thornton Connected project, working alongside local residents to strengthen community connections, improve wellbeing, and support people to access opportunities that make a positive difference to their lives. This is an exciting opportunity to help shape a vibrant, inclusive, and resilient community where local people are at the heart of decision-making. The role will include:

• Working on our Thornton Connected Reaching Communities Project, funded by The National Lottery Community Fund, you will help reduce isolation and strengthen connections across the Thornton community.
• Build positive relationships with local residents, community groups and partner organisations.
• Listen to residents, identify local needs and help people access activities, services and opportunities.
• Encourage participation, support wellbeing and social inclusion, and help build a more connected Thornton community.
• Provide support and advice, with opportunities to focus on health and wellbeing or social inclusion.
  
  We are a locally rooted, long-established charity, employing over 150 staff, who are dedicated to supporting the residents of Hull by providing a wide range of services including affordable housing, training and development, employment services, youth facilities, personal care and fighting poverty. We would love to have you on board with us to achieve our mission of improving the quality of life.