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.
What the job involves
- 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
What’s required
Qualifications
- 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
Experience
- 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
Skills & knowledge
- 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
Checks & eligibility
- Eligible to work in the UK
- Successful completion of pre-employment checks, including a DBS check
Other
- Able to travel across Northamptonshire to meet the requirements of the role
What’s offered
- 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
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Contact Details:
The Methodist Church in Britain Recruitment Team
