PCN Social Prescriber ARRS in Milton Keynes

Job summaryThe Social Prescriber will work as part of the multidisciplinary PCN team to support patients with non-medical needs that impact their health and wellbeing. The role involves person-centred conversations, identifying what matters to people, and connecting them to community-based support, voluntary services, and local resources across the PCN footprint.The post holder will work across five GP practices, ensuring equitable access to social prescribing services for patients and supporting population health priorities.Main duties of the jobKey ResponsibilitiesReceive referrals from GPs, practice staff, and the wider PCN MDTConduct holistic assessments using a person-centred, strengths-based approachCo-produce personalised care plans with patientsSupport individuals to address issues such as:Social isolation and lonelinessMental health and wellbeingFinancial, housing, or employment concernsLifestyle changes (e.g. physical activity, weight management)Long-term condition supportProvide follow-up support to help patients engage with services and build confidenceBuild and maintain strong relationships with local VCSE organisations, community groups, and statutory servicesMaintain an up-to-date directory of local services across the PCN areaPromote community assets and support services within GP practicesAct as a link between primary care and the community sector.Work flexibly across five GP practices, attending MDT meetings as requiredContribute to care coordination for complex patientsSupport PCN priorities such as:Health inequalitiesLong-term condition managementMental health and wellbeingPrevention and early interventionAbout usNexus MK PCN offices are based in Linford Wood Milton Keynes and cover 5 practices which include Oakridge Park Medical Centre, Wolverton Health Centre, The Stonedean Practice, Sovereign Health Centre, Purbeck Medical Centre.DetailsDate posted28 August 2026Pay schemeOtherSalary Depending on experience ContractPermanentWorking pattern Full-time Reference numberA2195-26-0008Job locationsNexus MK PCN - Scorpio HouseRockingham Drive Milton Keynes MK14 6LYUnited KingdomJob descriptionJob responsibilitiesJob PurposeThe Social Prescriber will work as part of the multidisciplinary PCN team to support patients with non-medical needs that impact their health and wellbeing. The role involves person-centred conversations, identifying what matters to people, and connecting them to community-based support, voluntary services, and local resources across the PCN footprint.The post holder will work across five GP practices, ensuring equitable access to social prescribing services for patients and supporting population health priorities.Key ResponsibilitiesPatient SupportReceive referrals from GPs, practice staff, and the wider PCN MDTConduct holistic assessments using a person-centred, strengths-based approachCo-produce personalised care plans with patientsSupport individuals to address issues such as:Social isolation and lonelinessMental health and wellbeingFinancial, housing, or employment concernsLifestyle changes (e.g. physical activity, weight management)Long-term condition supportProvide follow-up support to help patients engage with services and build confidenceCommunity Engagement & Partnership WorkingBuild and maintain strong relationships with local VCSE organisations, community groups, and statutory servicesMaintain an up-to-date directory of local services across the PCN areaPromote community assets and support services within GP practicesAct as a link between primary care and the community sectorPractice & PCN WorkingWork flexibly across five GP practices, attending MDT meetings as requiredContribute to care coordination for complex patientsSupport PCN priorities such as:Health inequalitiesLong-term condition managementMental health and wellbeingPrevention and early interventionData, Monitoring & ReportingAccurately record patient contacts and outcomes using clinical systems (SystmOne)Collect outcome data aligned to ARRS and PCN reporting requirementsContribute to audits, service evaluation, and continuous improvementEnsure compliance with information governance and confidentiality standardsProfessional PracticeWork within the NHS Social Prescribing Model and PCN DES requirementsMaintain professional boundaries and manage risk appropriatelyEngage in supervision, training, and continuous professional developmentPromote equality, diversity, and inclusion in all aspects of practicePerson SpecificationEssentialExperience working in health, social care, community, or voluntary sector rolesStrong communication and interpersonal skillsAbility to work independently and across multiple sitesExperience supporting individuals with complex or multiple needsUnderstanding of health inequalities and social determinants of healthConfident IT skills and accurate record keepingDesirableLevel 3 or above qualification in health, social care, or related fieldExperience working in primary care or GP practice settingsKnowledge of local community services and VCSE sectorExperience of social prescribing or care navigationExperience using NHS clinical systemsValues & BehavioursPerson-centred and compassionateCollaborative and team-orientedFlexible and adaptableProactive and solution-focused Job description Job responsibilitiesJob PurposeThe Social Prescriber will work as part of the multidisciplinary PCN team to support patients with non-medical needs that impact their health and wellbeing. The role involves person-centred conversations, identifying what matters to people, and connecting them to community-based support, voluntary services, and local resources across the PCN footprint.The post holder will work across five GP practices, ensuring equitable access to social prescribing services for patients and supporting population health priorities.Key ResponsibilitiesPatient SupportReceive referrals from GPs, practice staff, and the wider PCN MDTConduct holistic assessments using a person-centred, strengths-based approachCo-produce personalised care plans with patientsSupport individuals to address issues such as:Social isolation and lonelinessMental health and wellbeingFinancial, housing, or employment concernsLifestyle changes (e.g. physical activity, weight management)Long-term condition supportProvide follow-up support to help patients engage with services and build confidenceCommunity Engagement & Partnership WorkingBuild and maintain strong relationships with local VCSE organisations, community groups, and statutory servicesMaintain an up-to-date directory of local services across the PCN areaPromote community assets and support services within GP practicesAct as a link between primary care and the community sectorPractice & PCN WorkingWork flexibly across five GP practices, attending MDT meetings as requiredContribute to care coordination for complex patientsSupport PCN priorities such as:Health inequalitiesLong-term condition managementMental health and wellbeingPrevention and early interventionData, Monitoring & ReportingAccurately record patient contacts and outcomes using clinical systems (SystmOne)Collect outcome data aligned to ARRS and PCN reporting requirementsContribute to audits, service evaluation, and continuous improvementEnsure compliance with information governance and confidentiality standardsProfessional PracticeWork within the NHS Social Prescribing Model and PCN DES requirementsMaintain professional boundaries and manage risk appropriatelyEngage in supervision, training, and continuous professional developmentPromote equality, diversity, and inclusion in all aspects of practicePerson SpecificationEssentialExperience working in health, social care, community, or voluntary sector rolesStrong communication and interpersonal skillsAbility to work independently and across multiple sitesExperience supporting individuals with complex or multiple needsUnderstanding of health inequalities and social determinants of healthConfident IT skills and accurate record keepingDesirableLevel 3 or above qualification in health, social care, or related fieldExperience working in primary care or GP practice settingsKnowledge of local community services and VCSE sectorExperience of social prescribing or care navigationExperience using NHS clinical systemsValues & BehavioursPerson-centred and compassionateCollaborative and team-orientedFlexible and adaptableProactive and solution-focusedPerson Specification Values & Behaviours EssentialPerson-centred and compassionateCollaborative and team-orientedFlexible and adaptableProactive and solution-focused Qualifications EssentialExperience working in health, social care, community, or voluntary sector rolesStrong communication and interpersonal skillsAbility to work independently and across multiple sitesExperience supporting individuals with complex or multiple needsUnderstanding of health inequalities and social determinants of healthConfident IT skills and accurate record keepingDesirableLevel 3 or above qualification in health, social care, or related fieldExperience working in primary care or GP practice settingsKnowledge of local community services and VCSE sectorExperience of social prescribing or care navigationExperience using NHS clinical systems Person Specification Values & Behaviours EssentialPerson-centred and compassionateCollaborative and team-orientedFlexible and adaptableProactive and solution-focused Qualifications EssentialExperience working in health, social care, community, or voluntary sector rolesStrong communication and interpersonal skillsAbility to work independently and across multiple sitesExperience supporting individuals with complex or multiple needsUnderstanding of health inequalities and social determinants of healthConfident IT skills and accurate record keepingDesirableLevel 3 or above qualification in health, social care, or related fieldExperience working in primary care or GP practice settingsKnowledge of local community services and VCSE sectorExperience of social prescribing or care navigationExperience using NHS clinical systemsDisclosure and Barring Service CheckThis post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.Employer detailsEmployer nameOakridge Park Medical CentreAddressNexus MK PCN - Scorpio HouseRockingham Drive Milton Keynes MK14 6LYUnited KingdomEmployer's websiteEmployer detailsEmployer nameOakridge Park Medical CentreAddressNexus MK PCN - Scorpio HouseRockingham Drive Milton Keynes MK14 6LYUnited KingdomEmployer's website