Senior Adult Community Worker

At Proud2Be, we support LGBTQ+ people to thrive, be safe, and live freely as themselves. We are a grassroots, user-led charity in South Devon, working with our communities while challenging the systems that create inequality.

We re looking for a Senior Adult Community Worker to join our team.

This is a hands-on role supporting LGBTQ+ adults through inclusive groups, events and 1:1 support. You ll help shape and deliver our adult services, while also supervising and supporting staff and volunteers.

What you ll do

• Deliver and develop LGBTQ+ adult groups, events and programmes (online and in-person)
• Coordinate our 1:1 support programme and manage referrals
• Support and supervise team members and volunteers
• Create safe, inclusive and empowering spaces
• Work with the community to shape services around their needs
• Represent Proud2Be at events, including Pride

Who we re looking for

Someone who is:

• Passionate about LGBTQ+ inclusion and committed to challenging oppression
• Confident working with people from diverse backgrounds, especially those facing multiple barriers
• Organised, proactive and able to work independently
• Emotionally intelligent, reflective, and able to maintain boundaries
• A collaborative team player

You ll need experience in a supportive, community or similar role, along with a strong understanding of safeguarding and the challenges LGBTQ+ people may face.

Why join us?

We re a small, values-driven organisation where your work has real impact. Everything we do is grounded in our values: Celebration, Courage, Empowerment, Inclusivity and Integrity.

What you ll receive

• 4 paid mental health days each year, on top of your annual leave
• Monthly supervision, giving you dedicated space for reflection, support and growth
• A caring, values-driven team culture that prioritises wellbeing
• Opportunities to learn, develop and shape your role
• Full training and support to deliver your role

This is an exciting opportunity to be part of a growing organisation and make a meaningful difference in people s lives.