Are you passionate about supporting your local community and making a real difference in people’s lives?
We're looking for a passionate and multilingual individual to join our Primary Care Assessment Team (PCAT). This is a fantastic opportunity to work in the heart of Southall, supporting local residents who may be struggling with alcohol or drug use and are not currently accessing structured support.
You'll be based across Southall GP surgeries, working in partnership with GPs and our wider RISE treatment team to provide early engagement, brief psychosocial interventions, and onward referrals to specialist care.
To meet the needs of our local Southall community, applicants must be fluent in English and one of the following community languages Punjabi, Gujarati, Hindi, Farsi or Arabic. This is essential for effective communication and culturally sensitive care.
At
Change Grow Live, we believe in treating everyone as an individual. We provide compassionate, respectful support in safe spaces where people feel heard and valued. We are proud to support our diverse communities and understand the importance of language and culture in delivering meaningful care.
You will be working closely with Southall residents, particularly those from Punjabi, Gujarati, Hindi, Farsi, and Arabic-speaking communities, to provide early support around alcohol and drug use within GP surgeries. As part of our
Primary Care Assessment Team (PCAT), you’ll help identify and engage individuals who may not yet be accessing structured treatment, offering culturally sensitive and language-appropriate support at the earliest opportunity.
Where Ealing
Hours 37.5 per week, Full Time
Full Time Salary £27,861.26 - £32,002.35 Dependent on experience (Based on full time hours, Pro Rata for part time hours)
Allowance £4,133.14 Inner London Weighting, paid Pro Rata
Contract Type Fixed term for 12 months
- Please note Full-time hours at Change Grow Live are 37.5 hours per week. For part-time roles, the salary and payments will be pro rata based on contracted hours.
Your main responsibilities will include
- Supporting people to create personalised goals to reduce drug or alcohol use
- Acting as an advocate and connecting people to services that support their wider needs (housing, benefits, mental health, etc.)
- Offering emotional and practical support through active listening and motivational interviewing
- Helping individuals build confidence and social skills so they can take part in community life
- Delivering care in a culturally sensitive way that meets the needs of Punjabi-speaking patients and their families
About You
We’re looking for someone who is
- Confident speaking Punjabi and English
- Passionate about making a difference in drug and alcohol services
- Experienced in supporting vulnerable people (mental health, substance use, or community settings)
- Aware of the challenges people face around substance use and the wider impact on families and communities
- A good communicator who can build trust and therapeutic relationships
What We Offer
- You’ll be part of a compassionate and committed team at RISE Ealing - a partnership between Change Grow Live, CNWL NHS Trust, and Build on Belief. We support adults across the borough to access effective and respectful recovery services.
- We offer regular training, opportunities for development, and a supportive working environment.
Inclusion & Belonging
We are committed to equality, diversity, and inclusion. We encourage applications from all backgrounds and are especially keen to hear from people who understand the cultural needs of Southall’s Punjabi-speaking community.
Ready to help change lives in Southall?
We’d love to hear from you. Please reflect on the job description when completing your application so we can see how your experience fits the role.
Please ensure that when completing your application form and supporting statement, you reflect on the details outlined in the job description. This will help us understand how your skills and experiences align with the requirements of the role.
If this sounds like you and you would like to begin your journey with
Change Grow Live, then we would love to talk to you.
Direct applications only — we will not be engaging agencies for this vacancy.
Please note This role is not eligible for visa sponsorship. Applicants must already have the right to work in the UK at the time of application. For applicants with time-limited visas, unfortunately, we are unable to support new visa applications or extensions. More information about eligible roles and occupations can be found here Skilled Worker visa Overview - GOV.UK
We reserve the right to close the vacancy early if we receive a high number of applications, so we encourage you to apply as soon as possible.
CGL points 23 to 28 (£27,861.26 - £32,002.35)
Inner London Weighting (£4,133.14)
7/8/2025
Phillip Keightley |
[email protected]This post is subject to a Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check at an enhanced level.