About this role
Job summary Package Description: As a Child and Family Lifestyle Coach, youll be part of our valued 019 Children and Young Peoples Service, supporting families across Warwickshire. You will work with children, young people and families to improve health and wellbeing through evidence-based interventions focused on healthy eating, physical activity, breastfeeding, responsive weaning and oral health. Job Introduction: We are looking for a motivated and compassionate Child and Family Lifestyle Coach to join our Warwickshire team. In this rewarding role, you will engage with children, young people and families across North, South and Central Warwickshire to help them make positive and sustainable lifestyle changes. Using behaviour change techniques such as motivational interviewing, goal setting and confidence building, you will provide tailored support to improve health outcomes and reduce inequalities. You will work within family hubs, healthy child clinics, schools and community settings, delivering one-to-one and group interventions to families with children aged 019 years, and up to 25 years for young people with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND). This role also includes supporting families identified through the National Child Measurement Programme (NCMP) and signposting them to relevant services and community resources.
Main duties of the job As a Child and Family Lifestyle Coach, you will support families across Warwickshire by working to improve health and wellbeing through interventions that focus on healthy eating, physical activity, breastfeeding, responsive weaning, and oral health. The role involves engaging with children, young people, and their families to help make sustainable lifestyle changes using behavior change techniques like motivational interviewing and goal setting. You will deliver tailored support to reduce inequalities by working within family hubs, healthy child clinics, schools, and community settings. This includes providing one-to-one as well as group interventions to families with children aged 019, and up to 25 for those with SEND. The role also requires supporting families through the National Child Measurement Programme and directing them to relevant community services.
About us HCRG Care Group is committed to improving the wellbeing of families throughout Warwickshire. As part of their valued 019 Children and Young Peoples Service, the Child and Family Lifestyle Coach plays a crucial role in promoting healthier lifestyles within the community. The organisation emphasises evidence-based practices and collaborative efforts, ensuring families receive the necessary guidance and support for their health and wellness needs. With a focus on reducing inequalities, the service extends its reach across North, South, and Central Warwickshire, collaborating closely with Health Visitors, School Nurses, Family Hubs, and other partner agencies. HCRG Care Group strives to create a nurturing environment where families can thrive through informed lifestyle changes, ultimately making a positive impact on the community's overall health outcomes.
Job description Job responsibilities Package Description: Package Description
As a Child and Family Lifestyle Coach, youll be part of our valued 019 Children and Young Peoples Service, supporting families across Warwickshire.
You will work with children, young people and families to improve health and wellbeing through evidence-based interventions focused on healthy eating, physical activity, breastfeeding, responsive weaning and oral health.
Job IntroductionWe are looking for a motivated and compassionate Child and Family Lifestyle Coach to join our Warwickshire team.
In this rewarding role, you will engage with children, young people and families across North, South and Central Warwickshire to help them make positive and sustainable lifestyle changes. Using behaviour change techniques such as motivational interviewing, goal setting and confidence building, you will provide tailored support to improve health outcomes and reduce inequalities.
You will work within family hubs, healthy child clinics, schools and community settings, delivering one-to-one and group interventions to families with children aged 019 years, and up to 25 years for young people with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND).
This role also includes supporting families identified through the National Child Measurement Programme (NCMP) and signposting them to relevant services and community resources.
Main Responsibilities Undertake holistic assessments with children, young people and families to identify health and lifestyle needs. Develop personalised support plans focused on healthy eating, physical activity and wider wellbeing. Deliver one-to-one and group-based interventions in community settings. Support families with breastfeeding, responsive weaning and oral health advice. Use motivational interviewing and other behaviour change techniques to encourage sustainable change. Monitor progress and evaluate outcomes through regular follow-up. Signpost and refer families to local services and community resources. Maintain accurate records and contribute to service evaluation and improvement. Work collaboratively with Health Visitors, School Nurses, Family Hubs and partner agencies.The Ideal CandidateThe ideal candidate will have:
A relevant qualification or equivalent experience in health improvement, public health or community development. Experience working with babies, children, young people and families. Knowledge of behaviour change techniques, including motivational interviewing. Understanding of public health and health promotion principles. Strong communication and group facilitation skills. Experience delivering interventions in community settings. A good understanding of health inequalities and barriers to lifestyle change. Ability to work independently and as part of a multidisciplinary team. Excellent IT and record-keeping skills. A full UK driving licence and access to a vehicle for work purposes.Desirable:
Breastfeeding knowledge. Trauma-informed practice training. Level 2 Stop Smoking qualification. Experience working in a 019 service, Family Hub or school nursing setting.
Person Specification
Qualifications Essential
A relevant qualification or equivalent experience in health improvement, public health or community development. Experience working with babies, children, young people and families. Knowledge of behaviour change techniques, including motivational interviewing. Understanding of public health and health promotion principles. Strong communication and group facilitation skills. Experience delivering interventions in community settings.
Disclosure and Barring Service Check This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
Employer details Employer name HCRG Care Group
Address HCRG Care Group
Warwickshire
CV6 6NY
United Kingdom
Employer's website https://www.hcrgcaregroup.com/ (Opens in a new tab)