Stoke-on-Trent City Council,
Directorate: Public Health Protection and Wellbeing
Section: Wellbeing & Leisure Services
Location: Dimensions/Wallace Centre/Fenton Manor/External Community Venues
Grade: Level 7
Salary: £31,022 - £33,699
Hours: 37 – Full Time
This is a Fixed Term post for 3 years.
This advert is open to both Internal and External applicants.
Join our Active Communities Team and help transform lives across Stoke on Trent.
We're looking for passionate, skilled Health & Wellbeing Coaches to deliver high quality physical activity and behaviour change programmes that support residents to improve their health, confidence and long term wellbeing.
In this varied and rewarding role, you'll design and deliver specialist sessions for people with long term conditions, including cardiac rehab, diabetes, Parkinson's, frailty and weight management, using evidence based practice and motivational coaching techniques.
You'll carry out health assessments, support participants through their journey and build strong relationships with GP practices, pharmacies and community partners.
You'll need a GP Exercise Referral qualification, at least one Level 4 specialist exercise qualification, strong communication skills and experience of delivering safe, effective activity in community settings.
A commitment to behaviour change, excellent organisation and the ability to work independently across multiple venues are essential.
Working for Stoke on Trent City Council means joining a supportive, forward thinking service committed to reducing health inequalities and improving lives.
You'll have access to ongoing CPD, professional support and the opportunity to make a real impact in our communities.
For an informal discussion, please contact Cath Dale: or call
We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and we expect all our employees and volunteers to share this commitment. This position is exempt under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and the successful applicant will be subject to a criminal record check from the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS).
Please note that if an employee who is currently at risk of redundancy within the organisation applies for this vacancy their application will receive priority. If this happens you will be advised accordingly.
Equality, Diversity and Inclusion
At Stoke-on-Trent City Council, we believe our strength comes from the diversity of our community, and we want our workforce to reflect that. We welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds and experiences. We understand that some people, especially those from underrepresented or marginalised backgrounds, may hesitate to apply if they don't meet all the listed requirements. If this role interests you and you think you could be a good fit, we encourage you to apply. We are proud of what makes each of us unique and are committed to creating a workplace where everyone feels included, can be themselves, and can succeed together.
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