Work and Health Coach
The Growth Company (GC) is seeking a Work and Health Coach to support individuals to retain employment, return to work following sickness absence, or move into new employment opportunities. This role focuses on delivering the Work Well service, using a personalised, holistic approach to help individuals overcome health-related and other barriers to work.
As a Work and Health Coach, you will work directly with participants to understand their needs, develop tailored action plans, and connect them with the right support services. You will play a key role in promoting employment as a positive outcome for health and wellbeing, working closely with employers, health professionals, and local partners.
This is an excellent opportunity for someone with experience supporting individuals with complex needs who is passionate about making a real difference to people’s lives.
Please note that this role includes working across various community locations within the Wigan area.
Key Responsibilities:
1. Manage a caseload of participants, supporting them to achieve their employment goals
2. Deliver Work and Health Assessments (face-to-face and via Microsoft Teams)
3. Identify and address barriers to work, including health and wellbeing needs
4. Develop personalised action plans to support participants into or back into employment
5. Source job opportunities through tailored searches and engaging with local employers
6. Work collaboratively within a multi-disciplinary team and with external partners
7. Build relationships with health services, including GP practices, Talking Therapies, and MSK services
8. Support referrals to additional services where required (. wellbeing, housing, debt support)
9. Maintain accurate records, data entry, and reporting using internal systems
10. Provide guidance to employers on workplace adjustments and job retention strategies
About You:
11. Experienced in supporting individuals with complex needs, including health conditions or disabilities
12. Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with a supportive and empathetic approach
13. Organised and able to manage a varied caseload in a target-driven environment
14. Confident in delivering advice, guidance, or coaching support
15. Able to build relationships with a wide range of stakeholders and partners
16. Passionate about improving outcomes in employment, health, and wellbeing
Skills Required:
17. Experience working in guidance, advice, coaching, or support roles
18. Understanding of health and mental health conditions and their impact on employment
19. Knowledge of local services and support available for individuals facing barriers to work
20. Ability to engage with employers and identify suitable job opportunities
21. Strong organisational and administrative skills, with attention to detail in data recording
22. Experience working in partnership with community organisations or outreach settings
We are currently unable to provide sponsorship for work permits or visas. Therefore, we can only consider candidates who already have the legal right to work in the UK.
Artificial intelligence can assist you during the application process, but every example and statement you include must be honest, accurate, and based on your own real experiences. If plagiarism is detected, meaning you present someone else’s ideas or experiences, or AI‑generated content, as your own, your application may be withdrawn, and internal applicants could face disciplinary action.
At GC, safeguarding the welfare of all individuals including vulnerable adults and young people is a top priority, and we expect all staff to uphold this standard. All appointments follow Safer Recruitment Procedures, including a DBS check carried out by Due Diligence Limited (DDC Ltd), at no cost to the successful candidate.
Please note: It is a legal offence to apply for a role involving regulated activity if you are on the Barred List.
We are committed to increasing workforce diversity and offer a guaranteed interview to applicants who meet the essential criteria and either have a disability or are from a diverse ethnic community.
If this applies to you, you can request consideration under this scheme during the application process. Your request will be shared only with the Hiring Manager and Internal Recruitment Team.