Job Introduction
Location: East Midlands
Salary: £29,041
Hours: Full time
Contract: Permanent
Closing Date: Friday 29th November
Interviews: Week Commencing 9th December
Join us as an Outreach & Engagement Practitioner and be part of the impactful work at GamCare, the leading national provider of information, advice, and treatment for individuals affected by gambling harm. We are seeking compassionate and dedicated health, social and community care professionals to actively engage with the public, local community groups, and professionals, and build effective partnerships that promote awareness and support for gambling-related harm. With the rising prevalence and awareness of gambling-related harms, this is an opportunity to make a real difference, within a growing organisation.
At GamCare, we value collaboration, knowledge sharing, and setting the agenda to increase awareness of gambling harms and ensure universal access to support. As an Outreach & Engagement Practitioner, you will play a crucial role in supporting our mission. Making our services visible and accessible to individuals in need, you will actively plan and deliver community campaigns, including distributing materials, organising drop-ins, and setting up public stalls. By communicating with stakeholders and sharing information on gambling-related harms, you will foster collaboration and create new referral pathways. Building and maintaining relationships with local services, professionals, and community organisations will be essential in identifying gambling harms and improving support networks for individuals on their recovery pathways.
Please note successful candidates will need to be able to travel around the East Midlands region.
Why GamCare?
Joining GamCare you will have the opportunity to collaborate with professionals who share your commitment and ambition. Your work will directly contribute to improving the lives of those affected by gambling-related issues. Moreover, you will have access to ongoing development and training opportunities, allowing you to expand your skills and grow professionally within our organisation. We also offer the following benefits:
- 33 days basic annual leave entitlement per annum (pro-rated for part-time colleagues) including bank holidays which increases with service
- A generous Pension Scheme - we contribute 6% and you contribute 2%.
- Discretionary company sick pay from day one of service.
- Employee Assistance Programme – 24-hour support
What we are looking for
To succeed in this role, you should have experience in community-based work and effectively collaborating with local services and initiatives. Your excellent communication skills, both verbal and written, will allow you to engage with diverse audiences and tailor content to professional and public contexts.
Having a professional qualification in Health, Social Care, Psychology, Youth or Community Care, or relevant demonstrable experience in the field, along with a commitment to continuous professional development, is essential.
If you are dedicated, compassionate, and eager to be part of a national charity addressing gambling harm, we encourage you to apply for this position. Join GamCare today and help us make a lasting difference in the lives of individuals and communities across the country.
For any further information on the role or if you require any reasonable adjustments at any stage of the application or recruitment process, please contact recruitment@gamcare.org.uk and the team will be happy to help.
Gamcare is an equal opportunities employer. We do not discriminate based on race, religion, gender, age, sexuality, gender identification, or physical ability. We are only able to facilitate visa sponsorship in very limited circumstances, so candidates outside of the UK or who don’t have the right to work in the UK need not apply.
Appointment is subject to a DBS Check
