Job Description

The Community Health and Wellbeing Coach will work with local residents to improve their health, wellbeing, and quality of life through targeted interventions, outreach, and practical support. Using a holistic approach, the role will address barriers such as poor health, low confidence, unemployment, digital exclusion, and social isolation.

The role combines one-to-one support, advice and guidance, group workshops, and community outreach. It also contributes to Colebridge Trust's wider mission of reducing health inequalities and strengthening community resilience in North Solihull.

Key Responsibilities

1. One-to-One Support & Interventions
Provide tailored advice, guidance, and practical interventions to help people improve their physical, mental, social, and economic wellbeing.
Support individuals to access health services, training, employment support, and digital/health literacy resources.
Use a problem-solving and strengths-based approach to build confidence and enable positive lifestyle changes.
Maintain a caseload, ensuring timely and effective support for each individual.

2. Group Work & Outreach
Plan and deliver group workshops and community sessions on topics such as health, wellbeing, digital literacy, and employability.
Carry out community outreach to engage individuals who are at risk of poor health or social exclusion.
Use social media and other communication channels to promote activities and engage the wider community.

3. Partnership & Networking
Work closely with GP practices, health services, schools, employers, and community/voluntary groups.
Develop strong referral pathways and connect individuals to appropriate services and opportunities.
Represent Colebridge Trust at community events and partnership meetings.

4. Monitoring, Reporting & Funders
Keep accurate and confidential records of interventions and outcomes.
Produce monthly monitoring reports in line with funder and organisational requirements.
Provide case studies and feedback to demonstrate impact and support programme development.

Person Specification

Essential

Experience of working in community health, outreach, or intervention-based roles.
Ability to provide advice, guidance, and support across areas such as health, wellbeing, employability, and digital skills.
Strong communication and interpersonal skills, able to work with individuals from diverse backgrounds.
Experience of facilitating group workshops or community sessions.
Confident in using social media and digital platforms for community engagement and promotion.
Strong organisational skills, able to manage a caseload and meet reporting requirements.
Full driving licence and access to own car.
Understanding of safeguarding, confidentiality, and professional boundaries.

Desirable

Knowledge of the North Solihull area and its communities.
Experience of partnership working across health, social care, or voluntary/community sectors.
Relevant qualifications in community development, health improvement, or advice and guidance.

Values and Approach

We're looking for someone who:
Takes a proactive, "hands-on" approach to supporting people.
Is compassionate, approachable, and solution-focused.
Works inclusively with people from diverse backgrounds and experiences.
Shares our commitment to reducing health inequalities and supporting communities to thrive.

Job Types: Full-time, Part-time

Pay: 22,588.50-27,000.00 per year

Expected hours: 23 - 37 per week

Benefits:

Casual dress Company pension Free parking On-site parking Sick pay
Ability to commute/relocate:

Chelmsley Wood B37 5HA: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)
Experience:

Health coaching: 2 years (preferred)
Language:

English (preferred)
Work Location: In person