Men’s Mental Health Community Connector in Norwich

Overview

NWM/651 Hours: Part Time 22.5 hours per week. Work Pattern: 3 days Monday – Friday, Wednesday being a core day and other days flexible. Contract: 12 month Fixed Term Contract. Salary: £26,292 – £27,835 per annum, salary will be pro rata for part time hours. Salary depending on probation status. Location: County Wide but mainly covering Norwich and surrounding areas.

• Due to the nature of the role a driver licence and access to a vehicle is essential for this role, mileage is paid at 45p per mile for cars after your home to work base mileage is deducted.

About The Role

A new post has been created to improve mental health outcomes for men in Norwich and surrounding areas. The Men’s Mental Health Community Connector will proactively engage men in everyday, male-dominated settings such as workplaces, barbershops, gyms, and sports clubs offering peer-led outreach, early signposting, and training.

The role will work closely with the Suicide Bereavement Service Manager; this is a much needed role that will build community connections, identify unmet needs, and equip local men with the skills to support one another through mental health conversations and referral pathways.

This role aligns with Norfolk and Waveney Mind’s strategic priorities of reaching underserved communities, amplifying lived experience, and improving outcomes through early intervention. The postholder will also support delivery of the Suicide Bereavement Service where required.

The Successful Candidate Will Have

• An understanding of men’s mental health and barriers to help-seeking
• Experience in community engagement or outreach
• Passion for improving men’s mental health and reducing stigma
• Experience of delivering training or group sessions

Genuine Occupational Requirement (GOR)

This role has a genuine occupational requirement for the postholder to be male, in line with Schedule 9 of the Equality Act 2010. This is to help ensure meaningful engagement and support for men’s mental health within the community.

Please refer to the job description for more information. Job Description: JD Men’s Mental Health Community Connector.pdf

Please note: The link to the job description (JD) may not work for all users due to system access restrictions. If you experience any issues accessing the JD, please contact the HR: HelpdeskHR@norfolkandwaveneymind.org.uk

Should you wish to have an informal chat about the role, please contact Jay Harrison – Suicide Bereavement Service Manager: jay.harrison@norfolkandwaveneymind.org.uk

Closing Date / Interview

Closing Date: Sunday 25th January. Please note we may close the advert before the closing date so apply asap. Interview Date: TBC

How To Apply

Candidates are asked to complete an application form. The link to the application form can be found here: Norfolk and Waveney Mind – Application Form.docx. Once downloaded and completed you will be required to upload your application via the Apply for this job button. If you need to contact us please contact the HR Department on 0300 330 5488.

Equity Statement

Norfolk and Waveney Minds Equity Statement: We welcome applications from people from all ethnicities, genders, sexual orientations, socio-economic classes, religions and disabilities. We value and actively encourage applications from those with lived experience of mental health, recognising your personal journey can bring unique insight and empathy. We are committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive environment where everyone passionate about mental health feels respected, valued, and supported.

Safeguarding Statement

Norfolk and Waveney Mind is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff to share this commitment. Employment is subject to a satisfactory DBS check as well as other safeguarding checks.