Disability Rights Adviser

Salary: £30,060 per annum + excellent benefits

Hours: Full time, 37 hours per week

Contract: Fixed term (2 years)

Location: Based in Winsford, working across GP Practices in Winsford & Northwich (with some home visits and home working)

We’re seeking a passionate and skilled Disability Rights Adviser to join our Community Advice Team. This is a unique opportunity to help shape an innovative outreach service designed to reach people with disabilities and long-term health conditions who might otherwise go without support.

What You’ll Do:

• Provide high-quality advice and advocacy on disability rights and related welfare issues

• Work in GP practices, undertake home visits, and support clients who cannot access services independently

• Develop structured referral pathways in collaboration with GP staff

• Help embed this project into local primary care systems

• Drive improvements in access and outcomes for disabled people in the community

Who You Are:

• You bring strong experience in delivering social welfare advice, with a sound knowledge of disability rights and benefit entitlements. You’re organised, self-motivated, and comfortable working across varied settings. Empathy, resilience, and strong communication skills are essential.

• Desirable: Experience with Citizens Advice or working in primary care environments.

Why Join Us?

• We are Citizens Advice Cheshire West, the leading advice provider in the area. You’ll be part of a supportive team that values flexibility, wellbeing, and continuous learning. This post is funded by the Jackie Farrington Legacy, honouring lived experience and aiming to create real impact.

Benefits include:

• 28 days annual leave (pro rata) + bank holidays

• Flexible and hybrid working options

• Enhanced sick pay and wellbeing support