At a Glance
- Tasks: Support individuals with long-term health conditions to self-manage and thrive in their communities.
- Company: Join Thistle Foundation, a supportive and inclusive employer in the health sector.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, pension scheme, free gym access, and health plan membership.
- Other info: Enjoy a structured development programme and a collaborative team atmosphere.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in people's lives while developing your skills in a dynamic environment.
- Qualifications: Experience in health and social care, with strong coaching and facilitation skills.
Location: Midlothian GP Practices
Salary: £30,356 per annum
Vacancy Type: Permanent, full time
Closing Date: 11.59pm 12th July
We are looking for a full time Practitioner to join Thistle’s Wellbeing teams located in Midlothian GP Practices. Are you a health and social care practitioner with experience of supporting people living with Long Term physical and mental Health Conditions to self-manage? Do you cope well supporting vulnerable people who experience significant psychosocial barriers and health inequalities? Do you believe people have strengths, are resilient and are experts in their own lives? Do you thrive working autonomously in the community setting? Do you have good solution focused coaching and group facilitation skills? If you do, then we would like to hear from you!
The post holders will:
- Work with a team of practitioners to deliver our Midlothian GP contract
- Be prepared to travel across Midlothian to engage with people referred to the Wellbeing Service.
- Practice persistent engagement to help people who struggle to receive support
- Manage a caseload of people referred to the service
- Use a strengths based personal outcomes approach to help people identify and access appropriate support for them to self-manage including:
- Providing specific coaching in self-management
- Delivering group based Lifestyle Management courses
- Linking people to community resources and supports
- Support volunteers who have lived experience of long-term conditions into peer roles
Location: Although predominantly based in one or two GP practices, travel to other GP practices is required to engage with people referred to practices that may not have a regular practitioner presence. Also required to travel to a variety of community venues to deliver courses across Midlothian.
In return we can offer you the following:
- A highly attractive work environment.
- Support and supervision from your line manager and a supportive team of colleagues.
- A structured development programme including continuous learning with our internal leadership development programme.
- Some of our other staff benefits include:
- a contributory pension
- a non-contributory death in service benefit scheme
- Free access to the Thistle Gym
- FREE membership of the HSF Health Plan which gives, amongst other things: money back for everyday healthcare costs, a GP advice line, shopping discounts.
Please note, as part of our ongoing service development, this role is under review and may evolve over time, including potential changes to the job title and duties.
Interview will take place at Thistle Hub on Tuesday 21st of July 2026.
Thistle Foundation is an Equal Opportunities Employer. Successful applicants will be subject to a PVG check.
To Apply: If you feel you are a suitable candidate and would like to work for Thistle Foundation, please do not hesitate to apply.
Health & Wellbeing Practitioner employer: Thistle Foundation
Thistle Foundation is an exceptional employer that prioritises the wellbeing of its staff and clients alike. Located in the heart of Midlothian, we offer a supportive work environment with a structured development programme, ensuring our employees have ample opportunities for growth and professional advancement. Our commitment to employee welfare is reflected in our comprehensive benefits package, including contributions to a pension scheme, making us a rewarding place to build a meaningful career in health and social care.
