Health Trainer

Job Description

Further InformationThis vacancy is being readvertised, previous applicants need not reapplyThe CouncilNorthumberland County Council operates a huge range of services across the largest county in the UK. Local Governments ongoing challenges and the diversity of our residents means we have to work smarter. Thats why we want bold, creative and agile thinkerswho can help us move forward and innovate. For further information about working for Northumberland County Council, please click here: http://working The ServiceThe Integrated Wellbeing Service is part of the Northumberland Public Health Team based within the Public Health and Communities directorate. The Integrated Wellbeing Service comprises 36 members of staff working within Health Improvement, Specialist Stop Smokingand Health Trainer teams who are responsible for delivering services and influencing parts of the system to improve the health of our residents in Northumberland.We are seeking to recruit a Band 4 Health Trainer to work with clients to improve their physical, emotional and social health and wellbeing by coaching individuals and groups and identifying and initiating opportunties for change.The post holder will work across Northumberland to contribute to improving health and reducing diseases associated with lifestyle, by supporting residents to develop healthier behaviours. The successful postholder will support the creation and delivery of initiativesaimed at residents in line with local health and wellbeing priorities.Main duties and responsibilities:Delivery of one to one health and wellbeing clinics, groups and programmes either face to face, telephone clinics and online faciltation.Working with the Integrated Wellbeing Service Health Trainer Team and the wider public health team to support individuals to improve their physical, emotional and social health and wellbeing by coaching individuals and groups to identify and initiate opportunitiesfor change.Using the principles of Making Every Contact Count (MECC), supporting individuals to make informed choices about their health and wellbeing and supporting them in initiating and sustaining appropriate behavioural changes to improve their physical, emotionaland social wellbeing.Helping people to find and use the right services to support health improvement.Working with the wider public health team to undertake capacity building work.Recording and reporting activities and results on SystmOne.Support development and delivery of innovative initiatives, campaigns and materials.The successful applicant must have a level 3 qualification in a relevant subject and have experience of working with individuals or community groups in the health sector or voluntary sector in some capacity. It would be desirable for applicants to have experienceof using a Making Every Contact Count (MECC) approach. This is a fantastic opportunity to use your interpersonal skills and gain valuable experience in a varied role.The post holder may be asked to travel across the geographical area of Northumberland County Council.There may be times the post holder is asked to work outside of normal office hours to attend community events.For further information please see the job description and person specification attached hereWe are offering:Salary £20,444 (rising to £22,129 Band 4)Access to the Local Government Pension SchemeA wide range of staff benefits including a competitive annual leave provisionFlexible working arrangementsFor further information about this vacancy, please contact Andrew Colvin for an informal discussion. Email .uk Please note that successful applicants must be able to attend an interview on 18 November 2022.Please note that this is a full time position but applications on a secondment or part time basis would be considered for the right applicant. For guidance on completing your application and for information about our Equality and Diversity principles, pleasecheck the Northumberland Council Website.We are proud to be an equal opportunities employer. We operate a guaranteed interview scheme for disabled applicants who meet the essential criteria. If you wish to notify us of your eligibility for this scheme please email .uk with your name and the job titleyou have applied for and one of the recruitment team will ensure this is factored in the shortlisting process and kept anonymous. If you have a disability and would prefer to apply in a different format or would like us to make reasonable adjustments to enableyou to attend an interview please also let the team know.Please note that all communication regarding your application for this post will be sent to the email address that you have registered with, including your invite to interview if you are short-listed.