At a Glance
- Tasks: Support individuals with substance use, gambling, and wellbeing across Greater Manchester.
- Company: Join The Big Life Group, a social business dedicated to equity in health and life.
- Benefits: Enjoy flexible working, 25-30 days annual leave, and wellbeing support.
- Other info: Be part of an outstanding workplace culture that values diversity and creativity.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in people's lives while developing your skills.
- Qualifications: Experience in coaching or support roles, with a passion for community wellbeing.
The predicted salary is between 31022 - 31022 £ per year.
The Big Life Group’s mission is to fight for equity, in health, in wealth and in life. We are a social business delivering a range of services across the North of England, covering everything from mental and physical health, addiction and criminal justice, to housing, education, family support and much more. What links them together is the way we work – The Big Life Way.
We always stand shoulder-to-shoulder with people, working with them on the things that matter most to them. Everything we do is designed and informed by the needs, priorities and strengths of people and communities.
Our values
- Courage: We stand up for ourselves, and the people and communities we work alongside, even when that makes us unpopular, or challenges accepted wisdom.
- Creativity: We find innovative solutions that work, never accepting the easy option or the status quo.
- Honesty: We act with integrity, speaking the truth to ourselves and others.
- Inspiration: We are inspired by the people and communities we work with and share what we learn from them to inspire others.
- Thoughtful: We act with care and compassion and work to understand people’s experiences. We take time to listen, reflect and continually learn.
- Valuing difference: We recognise and celebrate the unique qualities, gifts, insights and perspectives that different people offer.
Working at Big Life
At Big Life, work is more than a job – it’s about standing shoulder-to-shoulder with people and communities, making a difference every day. We fight for equity in health, in wealth and in life, and that commitment starts with how our staff.
Be yourself
We want you to feel safe, respected and able to bring your whole self to work. Difference is celebrated here, and our staff networks - from menopause to neurodiversity, LGBTQI+ and more - create space to connect and support each other.
Benefits that matter
We offer more than a payslip - you’ll find wellbeing support through LifeWorks, Simply Health and mindfulness sessions, 25-30 days’ annual leave plus your birthday off, flexible working, and regular learning opportunities. Everyday perks include Blue Light Card discounts, savings schemes, cycle-to-work, free eye tests and more - little extras to make life easier inside and outside of work.
Recognised as outstanding
We’re proud to be ranked by Best Companies as one of the UK’s outstanding places to work, with a two-star accreditation in 2024.
A culture of trust and flexibility
Our people describe our culture as relaxed and supportive. You’ll be trusted to plan your own day, take breaks when you need, and work in a way that fits with your life as well as your role.
If you’re looking for more than a job - if you want to be part of a team that’s bold, creative and relentlessly committed to equity – then Big Life could be the place for you.
The basics
- Salary: £31,022 per annum (NJC 17)
- Hours: 35 hours per week, fixed term until September 2027
- Annual leave: 25 days, increasing to 30 days after five years
- Base: Working across Greater Manchester (supporting all 10 GM localities) wellbeing hubs, therefore a driving licence and access to a vehicle is essential.
- Vacancies: 2 posts. Due to the nature of the support delivered within The Wellbeing Service’s Women's Centres, at least one appointment will be made to a female candidate.
- Line manager: Team Leader
- Closing date for applications: Midnight on Thursday, 20 August. Interview will take place on Wednesday, 2 September.
What you’ll be doing: As our Substance Use, Gambling and Wellbeing Coach, you'll provide specialist advice and support to colleagues across Greater Manchester who work with people on probation whose low-level substance use, gambling or emotional wellbeing impacts their rehabilitation but does not meet the threshold for structured treatment.
You'll work alongside Wellbeing Hubs and Women's Centres, helping teams develop the knowledge, confidence and skills to deliver brief interventions, harm reduction advice and community-based wellbeing support. You'll also provide direct support to a small number of individuals where needs are more complex or additional capacity is required. This is a unique opportunity to combine specialist knowledge, partnership working and coaching to improve wellbeing and reduce reoffending across Greater Manchester.
As you will travel across Greater Manchester, a car is essential for this job role. This role requires enhanced level 1 vetting.
Please use the person spec and align yourself to each point to demonstrate how you are a match for the job role.
Substance Use, Gambling and Wellbeing Coach in Manchester employer: The BigLife Group
The Big Life Group is an exceptional employer dedicated to making a meaningful impact in the communities we serve across the North of England. With a strong commitment to employee wellbeing, we offer generous annual leave, flexible working arrangements, and a supportive culture that values diversity and personal growth. Our recognition as one of the UK's outstanding places to work reflects our dedication to fostering an environment where you can thrive both personally and professionally while contributing to our mission of fighting for equity in health, wealth, and life.
