Job summary
The Health and Wellbeing Coach is
a non-clinical / medical role and a new service introduced into the PCN through
external funding - Sport England Place Partnerships investment. The role
supports patients to take control of their wellbeing and live happier, healthier
lives through a focus on group clinics.
You will be required to provide support to patients in a face to face
environment, as well as by email and telephone.
Secondment opportunities considered.
Main duties of the job
Deliver Group Clinics: Plan and
facilitate group sessions in community settings to support patients in
improving wellbeing and sustaining healthier lifestyles.
Empower Patients: Promote independence,
self-management, and sustainable behaviour change through personalised support
and motivational techniques.
Facilitate Access to Resources: Connect
individuals with peer support, self-management tools, and community activities
to build confidence, resilience, and social connection.
Collaborative Working: Partner with
Social Prescribers, Care Coordinators, Pharmacists, and wider
clinical/community teams, including the Active Partnership, to link patients to
local services that promote movement and wellbeing.
Person-Centred Support: Use coaching and
motivational interviewing to help individuals set and achieve meaningful health
goals tailored to their needs and preferences.
Data-Informed Practice: Use frameworks
such as Core20Plus5 to target interventions and support access to personal
health budgets where appropriate.
Monitor and Evaluate: Conduct regular
reviews, maintain accurate records, and contribute to service evaluation using
both qualitative and quantitative methods. Report regularly to the PCN Steering
Group with progress updates and measures.
Community Engagement: Actively
participate in local initiatives to promote health awareness and physical
activity.
Professional Standards: Uphold
confidentiality, ethics, and a holistic, person-centred approach in all
interactions.
About us
We are a forward-thinking Primary Care Network, deeply committed to providing outstanding patient care and, crucially, to nurturing a supportive and friendly environment for our dedicated staff. We pride ourselves on a shared ethos of supportive learning and a genuine commitment to mentoring and developing our team members. We are passionate about professional development and take pride in fostering new roles.
Job description
Job responsibilities
As a health and wellbeing coach you will be responsible for the delivery of an exciting new patient facing project running group health and wellbeing sessions in the community. You will have influence to shape the session content and target patient population based on data and research, help to identify appropriate venues in the community, and publicise sessions to our patients.
This role will suit individuals who enjoy taking the initiative, shaping new ideas, and delivering projects from start to finish. Aligned to national changes to Neighbourhood health, this is an exciting opportunity to lead a new preventative approach across Newport and Central.
This role involves a combination of daytime and evening hours, and we're looking for someone with the flexibility to support individuals at times that work best for them. As an employee of Newport and Central PCN your usual place of work will be our offices in Shawbirch, but work will be completed throughout the wider PCN footprint with a particular focus on neighbourhoods where there is greater need.
Job description
Job responsibilities
As a health and wellbeing coach you will be responsible for the delivery of an exciting new patient facing project running group health and wellbeing sessions in the community. You will have influence to shape the session content and target patient population based on data and research, help to identify appropriate venues in the community, and publicise sessions to our patients.
This role will suit individuals who enjoy taking the initiative, shaping new ideas, and delivering projects from start to finish. Aligned to national changes to Neighbourhood health, this is an exciting opportunity to lead a new preventative approach across Newport and Central.
This role involves a combination of daytime and evening hours, and we're looking for someone with the flexibility to support individuals at times that work best for them. As an employee of Newport and Central PCN your usual place of work will be our offices in Shawbirch, but work will be completed throughout the wider PCN footprint with a particular focus on neighbourhoods where there is greater need.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- GCSE grade A to C in English and Maths
- Excellent communication, interpersonal, and motivational skills.
- Knowledge of health and well-being principles, including nutrition, physical activity, and mental health.
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
- Strong listening skills, empathy, patience, and a non-judgmental approach.
- Ability to build rapport and trust with individuals from diverse backgrounds.
- Understanding of behaviour change principles and motivational interviewing techniques.
- Ability to access and utilise relevant resources and information.
- Computer literacy and ability to use relevant software and systems.
Desirable
- Qualified to NVQ level 2 in Health and Social Care
- Efficiency in writing reports and presenting information in various formats to suit the audience.
Experience
Desirable
- Experience working in a health and wellbeing environment
- Experience of working within Primary Care
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- GCSE grade A to C in English and Maths
- Excellent communication, interpersonal, and motivational skills.
- Knowledge of health and well-being principles, including nutrition, physical activity, and mental health.
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
- Strong listening skills, empathy, patience, and a non-judgmental approach.
- Ability to build rapport and trust with individuals from diverse backgrounds.
- Understanding of behaviour change principles and motivational interviewing techniques.
- Ability to access and utilise relevant resources and information.
- Computer literacy and ability to use relevant software and systems.
Desirable
- Qualified to NVQ level 2 in Health and Social Care
- Efficiency in writing reports and presenting information in various formats to suit the audience.
Experience
Desirable
- Experience working in a health and wellbeing environment
- Experience of working within Primary Care
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.
