Lewisham and Greenwich NHS Trust

Health and Wellbeing Coach - Integrated Neighbourhood Team

The closing date is 30 May 2025

Job summary

Lewisham and Greenwich NHS Trust (LGT) is hosting this advert on behalf of Lewisham Primary Care Networks (PCNs). Please note that LGT is not the employer for this role.

This role is available acrossfour Primary Care Networks within Lewisham:

Sevenfields Primary Care Network
North Lewisham Primary Care Network
The Lewisham Care Partnership Primary Care Network
The Lewisham Alliance Primary Care Network

Successful candidates will be employed by one of the above PCNs and aligned to a neighbourhood-based INT. Please indicate your preferred PCN(s) or neighbourhood(s) in your application. Final placement will be based on service need and candidate suitability.

Main duties of the job

We are seeking dedicated and proactive Health and Wellbeing Coaches to join our Integrated Neighbourhood Teams in Lewisham.

The roles focus on delivering the Lifestyle Medicine Service within the Primary Care Networks (PCNs), aiming to improve health outcomes by providing holistic and personalized coaching, particularly in nutrition and lifestyle medicine.

About us

The Lewisham Health and Care Partnership is committed to creating a sustainable health and care system that supports both physical and mental wellbeing. Our Integrated Neighbourhood Teams bring together NHS services, primary care, social care, and the voluntary sector to provide coordinated, community-based support.

Modality Lewisham provides patient-centred primary care across central and south Lewisham, following the merger of several local practices. We focus on accessible, high-quality services, and personalised health support. As part of the Modality Partnership, we uphold NHS values while improving outcomes for our diverse local community.

Aplos Health PCN is a collaborative network of four GP practices in south and west Lewisham, serving over 50,000 patients. We deliver integrated, community-focused care, addressing health inequalities through innovative services like youth wellbeing clinics and digital hubs. Our multidisciplinary team is committed to improving health outcomes and empowering local residents.

Date posted

16 May 2025

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 6

Salary

Depending on experience £34,000 – £40,000 per annum

Contract

Fixed term

Duration

2 years

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

197-AO6814

Job locations

Primary Care Network (PCN), Lewisham

London

SE13 6LH

Job description

Job responsibilities

Main Duties and Responsibilities

Deliver 1-to-1 and group lifestyle coaching with a focus on nutrition and wellbeing.
Support patients in setting health goals and making sustainable lifestyle changes.
Manage a caseload and maintain accurate records of progress and outcomes.
Work collaboratively with GPs, care coordinators, and community services.
Promote service awareness across the PCN and wider community.
Collect feedback and contribute to service evaluation and improvement.

Job description

Job responsibilities

Main Duties and Responsibilities

Deliver 1-to-1 and group lifestyle coaching with a focus on nutrition and wellbeing.
Support patients in setting health goals and making sustainable lifestyle changes.
Manage a caseload and maintain accurate records of progress and outcomes.
Work collaboratively with GPs, care coordinators, and community services.
Promote service awareness across the PCN and wider community.
Collect feedback and contribute to service evaluation and improvement.

Person Specification

Shortlisting criteria

Essential

oAccredited Nutritionist and PCI-accredited Health Coach.
oExperience delivering health and wellbeing coaching.
oStrong communication, motivational interviewing, and coaching skills.
oAbility to manage a caseload and work as part of a multidisciplinary team.

Person Specification

Shortlisting criteria

Essential

oAccredited Nutritionist and PCI-accredited Health Coach.
oExperience delivering health and wellbeing coaching.
oStrong communication, motivational interviewing, and coaching skills.
oAbility to manage a caseload and work as part of a multidisciplinary team.

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.

Certificate of Sponsorship

Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).

From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).

Additional information

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

Certificate of Sponsorship

Employer details

Employer name

Lewisham and Greenwich NHS Trust

Address

Primary Care Network (PCN), Lewisham

London

SE13 6LH

Employer's website

https://www.lewishamandgreenwich.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

Employer details

Employer name

Lewisham and Greenwich NHS Trust

Address

Primary Care Network (PCN), Lewisham

London

SE13 6LH

Employer's website

https://www.lewishamandgreenwich.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)