Job Description

Fixed pay rate



This is an exciting opportunity for a dynamic individual with expertise in health and well-being to support lifestyle interventions within the local community. The successful candidate will facilitate access to physical activity groups in their area and provide information about various activities suitable for all abilities.



The role involves collaborating with leisure and third-sector organisations and utilising behaviour change methods to assist adults over 18 in becoming more active. This may include referrals to classes provided by Rotherham Healthwave, local providers, or more specialised services.



Working closely with multiple teams, the Coach will gain an understanding of local challenges and collaborate with colleagues to find practical solutions. The aim is to help individuals develop the knowledge, skills, and confidence needed to change their health-related behaviours, ultimately improving their overall quality of life, health, and well-being.



This role requires strong coaching skills, patience, and empathy to support individuals in achieving their goals. A person-centred approach is crucial to the success of this service.



Excellent communication and interpersonal skills and the ability to work collaboratively with partners and stakeholders across the NHS and the local community are essential. The Coach will also identify and support primary care staff in making appropriate referrals to the service and raising awareness of available support.



Manage and maintain a caseload of clients throughout their chosen lifestyle intervention.



Develop individual, evidence-based, tailored support plans, including recommending treatments based on assessed needs. This will include individual and group-based interventions, signposting, and referring to other health, community, and voluntary services.



Work with clients to set SMART goals using evidence based knowledge, NICE and NHS guidelines.



To contribute to the monitoring and evaluation of the service, including the completion of the required data set. This will include following up clients who do not engage with support and identifying cohorts with multiple risk factors and most at risk



Ensure that patient related documentation is entered into electronic health records with high degree of accuracy and completeness



Work with managers and with IT support to maintain data quality and make improvements to data collection where necessary.



The majority of our sessions are delivered face to face at community venues, so the successful candidate will be required to travel between venues in a timely manner.



Connect Healthcare Rotherham Community Interest Company (CIC) is a federation of 28 GP practices in Rotherham. The organisation is led by a Board of representatives from general practice in the Borough, with executive leadership from a Medical Director on a part-time basis.



The organisation currently delivers extended access primary care services in Rotherham and a Physio First service in partnership with the local acute and community trust, the largest of its kind currently operating. In addition, the organisation is supporting the development of primary care networks and manages delivery of training and development to large cohorts of the general practice workforce.



Our Vision



We are a GP-led organisation and aim to provide services for direct patient care and to support GP practices. We will be a patient-centred, working collaboratively across general practice and with partners to provide high-quality services, positive working experiences for our staff, and to secure the sustainability of general practice in Rotherham



Develop individual, evidence-based, tailored support plans that recommend treatments based on assessed needs. This will include individual and group-based interventions, signposting, and referring to other health, community, and voluntary services.



Work with clients to set SMART goals using evidence-based knowledge, and NICE and NHS guidelines.



To contribute to monitoring and evaluating the service, including completing the required data set. This will include following up with clients who do not engage with support and identifying cohorts with multiple risk factors and most at risk.



Ensure that patient-related documentation is entered into electronic health records with a high degree of accuracy and completeness.



Work with managers and IT support to maintain data quality and improve data collection where necessary.



Assist managers and clinicians in achieving contracted targets by ensuring data is entered accurately and in a timely manner.



To manage own time and priorities in providing service..



To ensure confidentiality and security of patient data is always maintained in compliance with the Data Protection Act.



To ensure confidentiality of staff, patients and carers is maintained in line with organisations policy.



To support safe and effective team practices.



Use relevant training and experience to enhance sessions and empower clients to make positive and sustainable behaviour changes.