Community Engagement Practitioner

We are Hestia. We make a difference.

At Hestia, we are guided by our core values and are dedicated to fostering an equitable, diverse, and inclusive organisation. Our mission is to empower individuals to rebuild their lives and achieve independence. Right now, we are looking for a Community Engagement Practitioner to play a pivotal role in our Mental Health Service in Enfield.

Sounds great, what will I be doing?

Working as part of a multidisciplinary NHS team, our practitioners help people build confidence, connect with their community, and move forward in their recovery journey. By offering one-to-one support, group activities, and access to local resources, the service focuses on what matters most to each individual—whether that's building social connections, finding purpose, or learning new coping skills.

What do I need to bring with me?

You'll need to be able to demonstrate the core skills this role requires as well as match our values and mission. You don't have to tick all the boxes right away; the important thing is that you're willing to learn. We also value lived experience of the areas we support, so if you feel comfortable, please do mention this on your application.

Here's what the team will be looking for

The ideal candidate will possess an NVQ Level 4 in Care (or equivalent) or have at least two years of experience in a mental health setting, with a strong understanding of mental health, recovery, and co-production. They should be experienced in collaborative work with professionals, services, and communities, and be knowledgeable in care planning, risk assessment, recovery tools, and the Mental Health Act. Excellent communication, relationship-building, and group facilitation skills are essential, along with the ability to work both independently and within a team in a fast-paced environment. Proficiency in IT systems, particularly electronic case management, is required, as well as resilience, adaptability, and a commitment to person-centred, trauma-informed practice while maintaining clear professional boundaries.

Interview Steps

We keep our interview process simple, so you know exactly what to expect.

• Shortlisting call: We have a team of dedicated recruitment specialists who will speak to you about your experience, motivations and values. They will also tell you about all the great work we do!
• Face to face interview: Now you will have face to face interview with the hiring manager. Our interviews are value and competency based.

Don't be alarmed if there are other stages in the process, it's all part of the plan for some of our roles.

Our commitment to Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion

Our services users come from all walks of life and so do we. We hire great people from a wide variety of backgrounds because it makes us stronger. We are committed to creating and maintaining a diverse and inclusive workforce and value the skills, abilities, talent and experiences, different people and communities bring to our organisation.

We are a disability confident employer

Hestia is proud to be a disability confident employer, dedicated to the employment and career development of individuals with disabilities. We offer a guaranteed interview scheme for all applicants with disabilities who meet the minimum criteria for the role they have applied for. We also provide reasonable adjustments during the selection and interview process, and throughout your employment with us.

Safeguarding Statement

Hestia is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of adults, children and young people who are potentially at risk, and we therefore expect all staff and volunteers to do the same. We require all staff to undertake internal and external safeguarding training throughout their employment with Hestia.