Health and Wellbeing Coordinator - Sheltered

Wheatley Care Job title: Health and Wellbeing CoordinatorSalary: £26,883Location: Kirkcudbright and covering StranraerHours: 37 hours per weekContract: Fixed term – MAT leaveHelp people live well, stay connected and remain independentA safe home can be life changing. It provides security, independence and the opportunity for people to live the life they choose.At Wheatley Care, our Housing Support Service works alongside people to help them sustain their tenancies, maintain their wellbeing and remain connected to their communities. The service supports adults to live independently in their own homes through personalised, outcome-focused support that promotes choice, dignity and inclusion. The service is registered with the Care Inspectorate as a housing support service. We're looking for a compassionate and motivated Health and Wellbeing Coordinator to join our Sheltered Housing Visiting Officers team in Dumfries & Galloway.This is a rewarding opportunity to make a genuine difference in people's lives. You'll work alongside the people we support to identify their strengths, achieve personal goals and maintain their independence for as long as possible. Through meaningful relationships, encouragement and practical support, you'll help individuals build confidence, improve wellbeing and continue living successfully within their own communities.No two days are the same. One day you may be supporting someone to access community activities and rebuild social connections, while the next you could be helping them develop independent living skills, maintain their tenancy, access services or achieve a personal goal that is important to them. You'll play a key role in reducing isolation, promoting wellbeing and empowering people to live the lives they choose.You'll develop and review person-centred support plans, undertake wellbeing conversations, work in partnership with families and other professionals, and advocate for the people we support when required. Throughout everything you do, you'll promote independence rather than dependency, ensuring support is tailored to individual needs and aspirations.About the RoleThe primary role of the Health and Wellbeing Coordinator is to check on the wellbeing of residents living in WHS sheltered housing developments and vulnerable people living in the wider community.  Welfare checks will be done via the care call system; via telephone or by visiting the person in their home.  Frequency of welfare checks will be based on individual needs.About YouWe're looking for someone who shares our commitment to delivering high-quality, person-centred support.You will be able to build positive and professional relationships, work collaboratively with colleagues and partner agencies, and support people to achieve outcomes that matter to them. You may already have experience in housing support, social care, sheltered accommodation, community support or a similar environment, but most importantly you'll bring empathy, positivity and a genuine desire to help others thrive.You will be organised, motivated and confident working both independently and as part of a team. You'll understand the importance of promoting dignity, choice, inclusion and wellbeing while supporting people to live independently within their own homes and communities.Why Join Wheatley Care?At Wheatley Care, people are at the heart of everything we do. We are committed to supporting our colleagues to develop, succeed and build rewarding careers while making a real difference to the lives of others. In return, we offer:Generous annual leave entitlement, increasing with length of service.Competitive pension scheme.Learning and development opportunities to support your career progression.Employee Assistance Programme and wellbeing support.Occupational sick pay.Family-friendly policies.Access to employee discounts and benefits.Opportunities to develop your career across the wider organisation.Committed to inclusion:Wheatley Care is always looking to improve diversity within our teams. We want to create an inclusive environment where everyone can contribute their best work and achieve their full potential. We actively celebrate our individual differences and recognise the collective strength this brings the organisation. It’s important our teams represent the communities we serve, and we welcome applications from any under-represented groups.Please note that Wheatley Care does not hold a UK Visa and Immigration Sponsorship licence and is unable to sponsor visa applications.Closing date: 13 November 2026 at 5pmFor an informal chat about the role, please contact Anne Davies by email: anne.davies@wheatley-care.com or by phone on 07867 291 776We want all our candidates to shine. If you need any reasonable adjustments to help you feel more comfortable during the recruitment process, on behalf of Wheatley Care please contact recruitment@wheatley-care.comReady to Apply?To apply, please download and complete our application form:https://www.wheatley-care.com/application-formCompleted applications should be returned to recruitment@wheatley-care.comWe welcome applications from candidates with experience in social care, health and social care, community support and person-centred services, as well as those looking to begin a meaningful and rewarding career helping others