Health Coach; Rural East and South Northamptonshire

This fixed-term post runs to March 2029 within Work Well, the countywide programme led by General Practice Alliance that helps people with health-related barriers to find, stay in or return to work. The coach works one-to-one with a caseload, assessing barriers and building practical plans that support wellbeing and employment. Full-time is preferred, but part-time from 22.5 hours and other flexible arrangements are considered, with hybrid working across the locality.

Visa sponsorship is not available.

• Manage a caseload of individuals referred into Work Well, supporting them through their journey
• Carry out holistic assessments and personalised action plans, reviewing progress regularly
• Deliver person-centred coaching to build confidence, resilience, motivation, self-management and health literacy
• Give information, advice and practical support on employment, training, benefits, health and community services, including job search, CV and interview preparation
• Work with healthcare professionals, employers and partner organisations to coordinate support and make referrals
• Help individuals access local services and navigate health, social care and employment pathways
• Deliver group sessions, workshops and awareness activities where required
• Maintain accurate records, case notes and outcome data
• Follow programme eligibility criteria, safeguarding requirements and organisational policies
• Contribute to service evaluation, quality improvement and programme outcomes
• Promote the Work Well service with referral partners and stakeholders

• Coaching or counselling qualification, or other relevant qualification or experience in reflective listening and information, advice and guidance
• Good standard of education, including literacy and numeracy sufficient to maintain records and manage case information

• Supporting behaviour change using coaching approaches such as Motivational Interviewing or Wellbeing Star
• Supporting individuals with physical or mental health conditions, disabilities or personal circumstances that affect work

• Understanding of the links between health, wellbeing and employment, and factors affecting a person's ability to work
• Carrying out vocational assessments covering aspirations, goals, transferable skills, barriers and support needs
• Problem-solving to understand individual needs and maintain records and action plans
• Building relationships with healthcare professionals, employers, community organisations and partners
• Communicating complex information and handling sensitive conversations, using negotiation and influencing where appropriate
• Good IT skills and use of digital systems to maintain case records

• Eligible to work in the UK
• Successful completion of pre-employment checks, including a DBS check

• Able to travel across Northamptonshire to meet the requirements of the role

• Hybrid working
• Competitive pay
• Generous pension with a 14.38% employer contribution
• Enhanced annual leave
• Employee discount schemes, including the Blue Light Card
• Employee Assistance Programme, wellbeing portal and Feeling Good app
• Discounted gym membership
• Flexible working arrangements considered