Job summary
Solutions4Health are excited to be initiating the Healthy Worcestershire programme on behalf of Worcestershire County Council. This new, exciting initiative aims to empower the local community to improve their general health and wellbeing, as well as supporting local individuals with help and information around community safety issues like doorstep crime, scams, and fraud.
We are looking to recruit a dedicated, skilled, and professional individual to support the delivery of this exciting project, which will involve the running of a range of community-based exercise and educational sessions across the Worcestershire locality.
The Wellbeing Coaches will be responsible for delivering a combination of OTAGO exercise sessions designed to improve strength, balance and flexibility, along with running workshops on community safety; covering topics such as scam awareness and fraud prevention. The successful candidate will also be expected to provide brief tailored advice to support individuals to make general positive changes with regards to health and wellbeing.
If you are a qualified (CIMSPA accredited) instructor with a passion for improving the health and wellbeing of your local community, we would be very keen to hear from you!
Main duties of the job
Main Duties & Responsibilities: Delivery of exercise sessions designed to improve strength, balance, and flexibility across the locality for participants aged 18+.
Deliver awareness raising sessions on a range of topics to include community safety, health, and nutrition.
Using your relevant training and experience to enhance the sessions and empower participants to make positive and sustainable behaviour changes.
Triage all referrals into the service and book them onto relevant sessions.
Work closely and develop sustainable relationships with local partners including Pharmacies, GPs and secondary care providers in the development, promotion, and delivery of the Worcestershire Health project.
Interact with referred participants, recording details, monitoring adherence.
Ability to travel across Worcestershire.
About us
Solutions4Health are an innovative company with a passion and a track record for tackling health inequalities. We provide a one stop solution for commissioners accountable for outcome focused integrated Public Health services.
Successful applicants will be required to undergo a DBS check at the appropriate level.
Applicants must be eligible to work in the UK, as we do not sponsor work permits and outside work permits are not accepted as proof of a right to work in the UK.
We encourage applicants meeting the criteria for the role regardless of age, disability, gender, orientation, race, religion, or ethnicity.
Solutions4health are a disability confident employer. If you require any reasonable adjustments, either at application or interview stage, please contact our HR team.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Solutions4Health are delighted to be offering the role of Wellness coach at Worchesthire. This is a Permanent job with a salary of £25,000 to £27,000 depending on experience.
Role Summary
Solutions4Health are excited to be initiating the Healthy Worcestershire programme on behalf of Worcestershire County Council. This new, exciting initiative aims to empower the local community to improve their general health and wellbeing, as well as supporting local individuals with help and information around community safety issues like doorstep crime, scams, and fraud.
We are looking to recruit a dedicated, skilled, and professional individual to support the delivery of this exciting project, which will involve the running of a range of community-based exercise and educational sessions across the Worcestershire locality.
The Wellbeing Coaches will be responsible for delivering a combination of OTAGO exercise sessions designed to improve strength, balance and flexibility, along with running workshops on community safety; covering topics such as scam awareness and fraud prevention. The successful candidate will also be expected to provide brief tailored advice to support individuals to make general positive changes with regards to health and wellbeing.
If you are a qualified (CIMSPA accredited) instructor with a passion for improving the health and wellbeing of your local community, we would be very keen to hear from you!
About Us
Solutions4Health are an innovative company with a passion and a track record for tackling health inequalities. We provide a one stop solution for commissioners accountable for outcome focused integrated Public Health services.
Successful applicants will be required to undergo a DBS check at the appropriate level.
Applicants must be eligible to work in the UK, as we do not sponsor work permits and outside work permits are not accepted as proof of a right to work in the UK.
We encourage applicants meeting the criteria for the role regardless of age, disability, gender, orientation, race, religion, or ethnicity.
Solutions4health are a disability confident employer. If you require any reasonable adjustments, either at application or interview stage, please contact our HR team.
Benefits
Promoting and supporting employee well-being is at the heart of our purpose which is why we offer a range of health and wellbeing support to our teams.
- Employee Assistance Programme (inlcuding 24/7 helpline access and health and wellbeing app)
- Fully funded V1 HSF Health Plan - over 35 benefits at no cost to you such as contribution to dental, optical, etc and access to Perkbox providing discount on shopping, gym membership, travel etc.
- Cycle to Work scheme
- Annual Leave that increases with length or service
If you think you are suitable for this role, please apply now!
Job description
Job responsibilities
Solutions4Health are delighted to be offering the role of Wellness coach at Worchesthire. This is a Permanent job with a salary of £25,000 to £27,000 depending on experience.
Role Summary
Solutions4Health are excited to be initiating the Healthy Worcestershire programme on behalf of Worcestershire County Council. This new, exciting initiative aims to empower the local community to improve their general health and wellbeing, as well as supporting local individuals with help and information around community safety issues like doorstep crime, scams, and fraud.
We are looking to recruit a dedicated, skilled, and professional individual to support the delivery of this exciting project, which will involve the running of a range of community-based exercise and educational sessions across the Worcestershire locality.
The Wellbeing Coaches will be responsible for delivering a combination of OTAGO exercise sessions designed to improve strength, balance and flexibility, along with running workshops on community safety; covering topics such as scam awareness and fraud prevention. The successful candidate will also be expected to provide brief tailored advice to support individuals to make general positive changes with regards to health and wellbeing.
If you are a qualified (CIMSPA accredited) instructor with a passion for improving the health and wellbeing of your local community, we would be very keen to hear from you!
About Us
Solutions4Health are an innovative company with a passion and a track record for tackling health inequalities. We provide a one stop solution for commissioners accountable for outcome focused integrated Public Health services.
Successful applicants will be required to undergo a DBS check at the appropriate level.
Applicants must be eligible to work in the UK, as we do not sponsor work permits and outside work permits are not accepted as proof of a right to work in the UK.
We encourage applicants meeting the criteria for the role regardless of age, disability, gender, orientation, race, religion, or ethnicity.
Solutions4health are a disability confident employer. If you require any reasonable adjustments, either at application or interview stage, please contact our HR team.
Benefits
Promoting and supporting employee well-being is at the heart of our purpose which is why we offer a range of health and wellbeing support to our teams.
- Employee Assistance Programme (inlcuding 24/7 helpline access and health and wellbeing app)
- Fully funded V1 HSF Health Plan - over 35 benefits at no cost to you such as contribution to dental, optical, etc and access to Perkbox providing discount on shopping, gym membership, travel etc.
- Cycle to Work scheme
- Annual Leave that increases with length or service
If you think you are suitable for this role, please apply now!
Person Specification
Wellness Coach
Essential
- A level Qualifications or Equivalent
- CIMSPA Accreditation (Level 2) or CIMSPA recognised fitness qualification
- Valid UK Driving License and access to vehicle
- Excellent group leadership and communication skills
- Experience leading physical activity sessions
- Competent with MS Office and other bespoke software used for patient data records
- Experience of working with people from a variety of backgrounds
- Knowledge of health promotion
- Understanding Client Data Protection Act 1998 and GDPR 2021
- Commitment to tackling inequalities in health
- Good communication skills at all levels, written and spoken
- Excellent time management and organisational skills
- Committed and proactive approach to work priorities
Desirable
- Degree Level Qualification/Equivalent
- Otago Exercise Programme Leader
- Experience working in clinical settings, outreach, GPs, and/or Secondary care settings
- Experience working within community based settings to improve health outcomes
- Knowledge of wider services offered by Worcestershire Council and its partners/charities
- Knowledge of public health initiatives
- Knowledge of safeguarding processes and policies
Person Specification
Wellness Coach
Essential
- A level Qualifications or Equivalent
- CIMSPA Accreditation (Level 2) or CIMSPA recognised fitness qualification
- Valid UK Driving License and access to vehicle
- Excellent group leadership and communication skills
- Experience leading physical activity sessions
- Competent with MS Office and other bespoke software used for patient data records
- Experience of working with people from a variety of backgrounds
- Knowledge of health promotion
- Understanding Client Data Protection Act 1998 and GDPR 2021
- Commitment to tackling inequalities in health
- Good communication skills at all levels, written and spoken
- Excellent time management and organisational skills
- Committed and proactive approach to work priorities
Desirable
- Degree Level Qualification/Equivalent
- Otago Exercise Programme Leader
- Experience working in clinical settings, outreach, GPs, and/or Secondary care settings
- Experience working within community based settings to improve health outcomes
- Knowledge of wider services offered by Worcestershire Council and its partners/charities
- Knowledge of public health initiatives
- Knowledge of safeguarding processes and policies
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.
