About this role
Healthwatch was set up in 2013 to champion the rights of health and social care users, and hold the health and social care system to account for how well it engages with the public.
The Advocacy Project delivers Healthwatch Brent, Healthwatch Westminster and Healthwatch Kensington & Chelsea. We’re building on the important work that’s been done to date, while bringing new insights from the voices of seldom heard and hard to hear groups.
As Healthwatch Manager you will lead the work of Healthwatch Kensington & Chelsea, working with a small skilled staff team and a range of volunteers and other community stakeholders. In particular, you will share our commitment to embed user engagement and community development at the heart of the Healthwatch service model, empowering user voices and improving access to health services.
We’re looking for someone who can bring a thorough understanding of the health system and project management with the ability to deliver results quickly including leading on the planning and delivery of targeted projects, supporting a diverse and varied engagement programme, and building relationships with a range of strategic partners. The Healthwatch Manager (Kensington & Chelsea) also takes the lead on managing our local Advisory Board. You will work closely with the Healthwatch teams in Westminster and Brent.
Job title: Healthwatch Manager (Kensington & Chelsea)
Contract: Fixed term till end of March 2027
Hours: 37.5 hours per week
Salary: £30,494 per annum
Closing date: 12 noon, Monday 04 May 2026.
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