Job Summary
Working as a Nutritionist on ABLs specialist and targeted weight management programmes for ABLs central online weight management service, you will be working with adults and/or families to support, motivate, and advise those who are currently overweight or obese. You will be passionate about working with individuals to begin the life-changing processes necessary for permanent and continued weight loss and weight maintenance.
Main duties of the job
In this role, you will deliver ABL Health's adult and family weight management programmes, including nutrition, behaviour change, and physical activity support, through both group and one-to-one sessions in community settings and via digital platforms such as Zoom or phone. You will lead multidisciplinary assessments alongside ABLs GP and Psychotherapist to develop person-centred care plans and deliver evidence-based interventions aligned with ABL Health's curriculum. The role involves using motivational interviewing and positive psychology techniques, monitoring client progress, and supporting referrals for bariatric surgery in line with NICE guidelines. You will contribute to social media content, develop curriculum materials, and deliver specialist pathways including Low Carb, Healthy Fats, and Time-Restricted Eating, as well as pharmacological weight management groups like Orlistat and Saxenda. Additional duties include facilitating webinars, ensuring accurate record-keeping, supporting training for staff and volunteers, and participating in MDT meetings and clinical supervision. A strong understanding of ABL policies, ongoing CPD, and the ability to manage your workload and travel flexibly across the project area are essential. This role also supports promotional activities and plays a key part in service development and quality improvement within a clinical governance framework.
About Us
ABL is an exciting, fast-paced, growing community health organisation. As an experienced, CQC-registered provider of community health services, we are passionate about delivering evidence-based, innovative, effective, and relevant healthcare services in partnership with individuals, communities, and stakeholders.
Date posted
25 April 2025
Pay scheme
Other
Salary: £25,000 a year pro rata for part-time
Contract
Permanent
Working pattern
Part-time, Flexible working
Reference number
E0343-25-0012abl755
Job locations
71 Redgate Way, Farnworth, Bolton, BL4 0JL
Job Description
Job responsibilities
You will join a large team of behaviour change specialists at ABL Health, including Specialist Healthy Lifestyle Advisors, nutritionists, dietitians, GPs, psychotherapists, and exercise specialists, to deliver evidence-based, holistic, and realistic weight management in the community. You will understand challenges and barriers that adults face regarding their health (both physical and mental) and wellbeing, engaging with and building rapport with adults from diverse communities across the UK.
You will deliver existing weight management programmes and support the development of new nutrition and exercise programmes tailored to client needs. The ideal candidate will be passionate about promoting healthy lifestyles and delivering client-centered motivational change. A background in nutrition, exercise, public health, community health, or adult and/or family weight management is required, along with excellent teamwork and a willingness to learn and develop.
Applicants with language skills in Urdu, Punjabi, Polish, or Ukrainian are welcomed to support broader accessibility and engagement.
At ABL Health, we do not believe in diets but promote long-term, sustainable change based on evidence-based principles of healthy living.
Duties and Responsibilities
* Deliver ABL Health's adult/family weight management programmes, including nutrition, behaviour change, and exercise, via groups, one-to-one sessions, in the community, and digitally (Zoom/phone).
* Lead multidisciplinary assessments with ABL's GP and Psychotherapist to develop person-centered care plans.
* Provide evidence-based education on nutrition, physical activity, and behavioural change, aligned with ABL Health curricula.
* Use a client-centered approach employing positive psychology and motivational interviewing techniques.
* Monitor client progress regularly, using tools like Microsoft Excel, and tailor treatments for those not meeting goals.
* Support eligible clients with referrals to Tier 4 bariatric surgery, staying updated with NICE guidelines.
* Collaborate with clients and stakeholders to co-produce session materials.
* Contribute to performance reports with case studies, support social media content, and assist in training staff and volunteers.
* Work with individuals and groups using SMART goals, develop and deliver specialized pathways (Low Carb, Healthy Fats, Time-Restricted Eating), and pharmacological groups (Orlistat, Saxenda).
* Create and deliver webinars on key nutrition topics, maintain accurate records, and complete mandatory training.
* Understand ABL policies, participate in promotional activities, and support service development.
* Attend team and company meetings, maintain CPD, and organize workload effectively.
* Work from home in a suitable environment and travel as needed across the project area.
Person Specification
Qualifications
* Degree or relevant equivalent experience (Essential)
* Registered with UK Voluntary Register of Nutritionists (AFN) (Essential)
* Language skills in Urdu, Punjabi, Polish, or Ukrainian (Desirable)
* REPS Level 3 award in GP/Exercise Referral or equivalent (Willingness to train within 4 months) (Desirable)
Experience
* Delivering group and/or one-to-one weight management interventions (Essential)
* Delivering digital health initiatives (Essential)
* Planning and delivering tailored health interventions (Essential)
* Working with hard-to-reach groups and tackling inequalities (Essential)
* Working within multidisciplinary teams (Essential)
* Experience with pharmacotherapy or special diet interventions (Desirable)
Other
This post is subject to a DBS check, in line with legal requirements.
Employer details
ABL Health Ltd, 71 Redgate Way, Farnworth, Bolton, BL4 0JL
Website: https://www.ablhealth.co.uk/work-for-us/join-our-team/
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