Health and Wellbeing Coach

Job summary

SS9 South PCN has an opportunity for a health and wellbeing coach join our primary care network (PCN), to support our two GP practices across the Leigh On Sea area, to assist in re-shaping primary care across our communities and empower our patients.

This role is offered on a full-time basis or part-time basis, working 7.5 hours per day.

Health and wellbeing coaches partner with individuals to guide them through choices according to clinical information, giving the individual control over their own health.

Main duties of the job

• Use health coaching skills to support people to become active in their care and reach their health and wellbeing goals.
• Help individuals to improve their skills, knowledge and confidence so they can make informed decisions about their care.
• Provide access to support infrastructure such as education, support networks and further social prescribing as necessary.
• Help patients self-identify issues and encourage active prevention of negative health impacts.
• Motivate and support patients as they implement a personalised health plan.
• focus on lifestyle behaviours to reduce risks, improve self-management of chronic conditions and enhance over-all quality of life.
• Care-planning and the delivery of systematic self-management support, based on the knowledge of each individuals activation levels;
• Care-coordination across the care continuum (including identification and support of carers);
• Provide personalised support through face-to-face, telephone, and digital coaching tailored to each individuals specific needs, location, and preferences.
• Delivering group and one-to-one sessions on healthy eating, physical activity and health and wellbeing, to tie-in with personalised care plans;
• Engaging patients, and using health-coaching techniques, to support them to take an active role in their health and wellbeing;
• Working in partnership with clinical and non-clinical colleagues, management support and the wider PCN, to ensure the role delivers the best possible outcomes for our patients.

About us

SS9 South is a forward-thinking PCN of two well-established practices: Pall Mall Surgery and Highlands Surgery. Together, we provide exceptional care to a diverse population of 35,000 patients. Our focus is on delivering outstanding patient care while fostering a supportive and fulfilling environment for our staff.

At SS9 South, our dedicated team includes GPs, physician associates, nurse practitioners, a frailty team, emergency care practitioners (ECPs), nurses, associate practitioners, healthcare assistants (HCAs), phlebotomists and social prescribers. We also have a large, knowledgeable administrative team that works closely with our clinicians to ensure seamless patient care. We believe in fostering an inclusive and collaborative working environment where ideas are valued and contributions are recognised.

We seek an outstanding individual to join our team and contribute their expertise to our thriving practice. If you are interested in becoming part of our supportive and dynamic environment, please contact: shayne.debono@nhs.net for any enquires about the position.

• NHS pension scheme
• Annual leave: minimum 25 days FTE