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Polish Community Link Worker (Part-Time)
- Part time
- Hybrid: Edinburgh
- £29,416 - £31,000
- 14 hours per week. Until 31 March 2027 (with the possibility of extension, funding dependent)
- Closing 29 March 2026
- Advertised from 4 March 2026
Role
Feniks is seeking a dedicated and compassionate Polish Community Link Worker to support mainly the Polish community in Edinburgh to access public and third-sector services. This is an exciting opportunity to join a well-established organisation working to improve the wellbeing and protect the rights of Central and Eastern European communities.
About the role
The Link Worker will provide information, advice and guidance to individuals, helping them overcome barriers and access appropriate services. The postholder will support clients with practical, emotional, health, education and welfare needs, and where necessary accompany them to appointments.
Working closely with healthcare professionals, social services and community organisations, you will play a key role in social prescribing and advocacy. You will also contribute to awareness-raising through social media, maintain accurate case records in line with GDPR, and support monitoring and reporting processes.
The role forms part of Feniks’ wider advocacy work supporting the rights of the Polish community in Scotland.
About you
You will have at least two years’ experience in a similar role working directly with marginalised or hard-to-reach groups.
You will demonstrate:
- Experience supporting vulnerable individuals facing complex issues
- Strong assessment and problem-solving skills
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Fluency in both English and Polish (essential)
- Good knowledge of issues affecting CEE communities, including mental health, social exclusion and immigration matters
A relevant qualification (for example, in social work, healthcare, psychology, community development or similar) is desirable.
Additional information
The role may involve occasional evening or weekend work. Some office and face-to-face work will be required. The successful candidate will be required to join the PVG Scheme.
Feniks offers a supportive team environment and in-house clinical supervision in recognition of the emotional demands of the role.
If you are passionate about equality, human rights and supporting communities to thrive, we would be delighted to hear from you.
Application notes
Please send your application to recruitment@feniks.org.uk by 29 March. Interviews will take place on 8 April.
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