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Community Wellbeing Officer – Veterans

Blackburn Rovers Community Trust


Blackburn Rovers Community Trust is fully committed to offering all members of the local community access to the highest quality programme of grassroots football.

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Job Posted
24 Oct 2026
Status
Permanent
Location
England
Closing date
14 Nov 2026

Blackburn Rovers Community Trust is looking for a Community Wellbeing Officer to design and deliver wellbeing programmes for veterans.

The Role

You will be the main point of contact for veterans seeking support, connecting them with the right services and organising events, workshops and support groups, including matchday activities.

Key Responsibilities

  • Design and run wellbeing programmes tailored to veterans’ needs
  • Act as the main point of contact for veterans and advocate for their needs
  • Build relationships with veterans, their families and community groups
  • Connect veterans with healthcare, mental health, housing and employment support
  • Run outreach and training on veteran wellbeing
  • Collect data, report on outcomes and create case studies

About You

  • Experience organising and delivering programmes for veterans or in community services
  • A strong understanding of the challenges facing veterans and their families, including mental health
  • Experience recruiting and retaining programme participants
  • Experience building partnerships with like-minded organisations
  • Knowledge of safeguarding vulnerable adults and young people

Key Details

  • Location: Blackburn
  • Contract: Permanent
  • Salary: £25,000 – £26,000 per year
  • Closing date: 14 November 2026

How to Apply

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Additional Info

Status
Permanent
Job Type
Charitable
Community
Sport
Football
Salary information
£25,000 - £26,000

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