Community and Wellbeing Manager

Help People Live Healthier, Happier and More Connected Lives Shape the Future of Healthy Ageing at Inspired Villages At Inspired Villages, we're redefining what later life can be. Our villages are vibrant, thriving communities where residents can remain independent, build meaningful relationships, stay active, and continue living life with purpose. We believe wellbeing is about far more than longevity. It's about helping people enjoy more years of good health, stronger social connections, personal fulfilment, and the confidence to live life on their own terms. We're looking for an inspiring and passionate Community & Wellbeing Manager to create a vibrant village community where residents can truly flourish. This is a unique opportunity for someone with experience in community engagement, public health, social prescribing, NHS partnership working, health improvement, active ageing, community development, leisure and wellness, or holistic wellbeing to make a genuine difference every day. You'll combine community leadership, wellbeing expertise, partnership development, and programme delivery to help residents maximise their wellbeing, maintain their independence, and enjoy later life to the fullest. Why This Role Matters Research shows that social connection, physical activity, cognitive stimulation, purpose, and emotional wellbeing are some of the biggest contributors to healthy ageing. As Community & Wellbeing Manager, You'll Lead Initiatives That Help Residents Stay Active, Connected, Resilient, And Engaged. You'll Create Opportunities For Residents To

• Move more
• Connect more
• Learn more
• Contribute more
• Live more From developing personalised wellbeing plans and building healthcare partnerships to delivering innovative programmes and events, you'll have a direct impact on residents' quality of life every single day. This is a role for someone who wants to improve lives, not simply organise activities. The Role Working closely with residents, healthcare professionals, local organisations, and colleagues across the village, you will: Create Exceptional Community Experiences
• Develop and deliver an inspiring annual programme of events, activities, learning opportunities, and wellbeing initiatives.
• Create an engaging village environment where residents feel welcomed, valued, and connected.
• Encourage resident-led groups, volunteering opportunities, and lifelong learning.
• Drive community engagement by maximising the use of village facilities and amenities.
• Create memorable experiences for residents, visitors, members, prospective residents, and community partners. Lead Holistic Wellbeing Programmes
• Deliver personalised wellbeing assessments and support residents to develop meaningful wellbeing goals.
• Create tailored wellbeing plans that support physical, cognitive, emotional, and social wellbeing.
• Deliver a range of wellbeing interventions, including group exercise, healthy ageing initiatives, lifestyle coaching, health education, and one-to-one wellbeing support.
• Encourage sustainable lifestyle changes that help residents remain active and independent for longer.
• Empower residents to take ownership of their wellbeing journey. Build Community and Healthcare Partnerships
• Develop strong relationships with NHS teams, Primary Care Networks, social prescribing services, charities, local authorities, healthcare providers, and community groups.
• Create meaningful partnerships that enhance resident wellbeing and increase access to services and support.
• Act as an ambassador for Inspired Villages within the local community.
• Bring external opportunities, expertise, and resources into the village to enrich the resident experience. Champion Healthy Ageing
• Promote an evidence-based approach to healthy ageing, prevention, and long-term wellbeing.
• Support residents to improve the factors most closely associated with healthy longevity, including mobility, strength, balance, nutrition, cognitive health, social connection, sleep, and emotional wellbeing.
• Inspire residents to actively invest in their own health, wellbeing, and future independence.
• Help residents increase their health span whilst maintaining confidence, resilience, and quality of life. What Success Looks Like Success In This Role Will Be Demonstrated Through
• High levels of resident engagement and participation in activities and wellbeing programmes.
• Improved resident satisfaction, wellbeing outcomes, and overall village experience.
• Increased community involvement and resident-led initiatives.
• Strong partnerships with healthcare providers, community organisations, charities, and local services.
• Increased utilisation of village wellbeing facilities and amenities.
• Positive improvements in resident confidence, mobility, independence, social connection, and overall wellbeing.
• Innovative programmes that support healthy ageing and enrich village life.
• Achievement of wellbeing, membership, and village engagement objectives. Key Requirements We're looking for someone who genuinely believes that later life can be one of the most rewarding stages of life. You'll be passionate about creating communities where people thrive and excited by the opportunity to deliver measurable wellbeing outcomes while building meaningful relationships. You May Currently Work Within
• NHS Community Services
• Social Prescribing
• Public Health
• Health Improvement
• Community Development
• Wellbeing Coaching
• Active Ageing Programmes
• Rehabilitation Services
• Leisure and Wellness
• Charitable or Voluntary Sector Outreach You'll Ideally Have
• Experience developing and delivering successful community engagement or wellbeing programmes.
• A proven track record of improving participation, engagement, customer experience, or wellbeing outcomes.
• Experience building and managing partnerships with a wide range of stakeholders.
• Knowledge of healthy ageing, holistic wellbeing, behaviour change, or health promotion.
• Excellent relationship-building, communication, and influencing skills.
• The ability to inspire, motivate, and connect with people from all backgrounds.
• Strong organisational, planning, and budgeting skills.
• A genuine passion for supporting older people to live well, stay connected, and age positively. Benefits
• Medicash Health Cash Plan
• Life Assurance at 4x Annual Salary
• 33 Days Annual Leave (including Bank Holidays, pro rata)
• Buy up to 5 Additional Days Holiday
• Big Birthday Leave for Milestone Birthdays
• 5% Matched Pension Contribution
• Pension Salary Sacrifice Scheme
• Retail Discounts and SMART Tech Savings
• Ongoing Learning and Career Development Opportunities
• Access to a Wellbeing Hub and Wellbeing Interventions
• Cycle to Work Scheme
• Electric Car Scheme Why Join Inspired Villages? This is more than a wellbeing role. It's an opportunity to help shape the future of later living and become part of an organisation that is transforming how people experience ageing. Every day, you'll see the impact of your work by:
• Helping someone rediscover confidence and purpose.
• Reducing loneliness and social isolation.
• Supporting healthier and more active lifestyles.
• Creating thriving community connections.
• Building partnerships that improve lives.
• Enabling residents to maintain independence for longer. More Connection. More Purpose. More Life. At Inspired Villages, we're creating communities where people don't simply grow older. They continue to thrive.