Work for Us

We are looking for a permanent full-time Outreach Officer to contribute their personality, energy, drive, skills and experience to add value to our Blesma Outreach team within the Independence and Wellbeing department at Blesma, The Limbless Veterans.

Main purpose: To support Blesma Members in the designated area by providing an outreach service, working in conjunction with Blesma Support Officer (Midlands)

Location: Home based in the area (post codes B, CV, DE, DY, LE, LN, NG, ST, WS or WV)

Responsible to: Blesma Support Officer (Midlands)

Resourced by: Head Office

Salary and Benefits: £30,665.94 rising to £32,279.32 per annum after successful completion of probation, plus car.

Blesma offers a contributory pension scheme – employer’s contribution of 5% and a suggested employee’s contribution of 3% and a Death in Service insurance benefit equal to 1.5 times annual salary.

Contract: Permanent and full time.

Holidays: 25 days per annum, plus statutory holidays.

Equal Opportunities: Blesma is an equal opportunities employer and commitment to this is expected.

The role is home-based being a varied one, focusing primarily on delivering an engaging blended programme of activities that enhances social inclusion, improves the wellbeing of our members and overcomes the negative impact of disability.   The role requires a person who is a self starter, friendly, compassionate, confident who enjoys taking the initiative being creative and has a strong commitment to the veterans’ community.  

The role also involves representing Blesma and raising the charity’s profile within the local community across the Midlands. 

The Independence and Wellbeing team works collaboratively across the Association to ensure Blesma’s programmes and services can help our serving Service personnel, veterans and their families thrive and lead independent and fulfilling lives.

Blesma is unique as a membership Association as well as a charity.  Our members are at the heart of all our work, therefore, the impact of the Outreach Officer is highly visible and appreciated in the experiences of our inspirational limbless veterans.

How to apply?

If you are interested, and live within the following post code areas B, CV, DE, DY, LE, LN, NG, ST, WS or WV apply with your C.V. and a Covering Letter detailing why you would be an ideal candidate for the role and how your experience and skills match those detailed in the Person Specification.

Interview Date: Week commencing 20 January 2024

If you are uncertain about your suitability for this role, we encourage you to apply and allow us to assess your fit. We look forward to hearing from you.