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Health & Wellbeing Practitioner

Location: Midlothian GP Practices

Salary: £18,680 (£30,356 FTE)

Vacancy Type: Permanent, Part Time (24 hours per week)

Closing Date: 30th of August 2026

We are looking for a part-time Practitioner to join Thistle s Wellbeing teams located in Midlothian GP Practices.

• Are you a health and social care practitioner with experience of supporting people living with Long Term physical and mental Health Conditions to self-manage?
• Do you cope well supporting vulnerable people who experience significant psychosocial barriers and health inequalities?
• Do you believe people have strengths, are resilient and are experts in their own lives?
• Do you thrive working autonomously in the community setting?
• Do you have good solution focused coaching and group facilitation skills?

If you do, then we would like to hear from you!

The post holders will:

• Work with a team of practitioners to deliver our Midlothian GP contract
• Be prepared to travel across Midlothian to engage with people referred to the Wellbeing Service. (see further information on location below)
• Practice persistent engagement to help people who struggle to receive support
• Manage a caseload of people referred to the service
• Deliver the Macmillan, Improving the Cancer Journey contract
• Use a strengths based personal outcomes approach to help people identify and access appropriate support for them to self-manage including:
• Providing specific coaching in self-management
• Delivering group based Lifestyle Management courses
• Linking people to community resources and supports
• Support volunteers who have lived experience of long-term conditions into peer roles

Location: Although predominantly based in one or two GP practices, travel to other GP practices is required to engage with people referred to practices that may not have a regular practitioner presence. Also required to travel to a variety of community venues to deliver courses across Midlothian.

In return we can offer you the following:

• A highly attractive work environment.
• Support and supervision from your line manager and a supportive team of colleagues.
• A structured development programme including continuous learning with our internal leadership development programme.

Some of our other staff benefits include

• A contributory pension
• A non-contributory death in service benefit scheme
• Free access to the Thistle Gym
• FREE membership of the HSF Health Plan which gives, amongst other things:

• Money back for everyday healthcare costs,
• A GP advice line,
• Shopping discounts.

To Apply

If you feel you are a suitable candidate and would like to work for Thistle Foundation, please do not hesitate to apply.

Belmont Recruitment are currently looking for experienced Health & Wellbeing Practitoners/Experienced Recovery Workers who have experience of working within secure environment services for a role within the Heathrow area.

The role that we currently have available is working within a secure setting which requires any suited candidates to hold in-date Counter Terror Clearance (CTC) security vetting.

You will be working as part of a taem isupporting the clients holistically in relation to substance misuse, low-level mental health and overall health and wellbeing issues. You will be responsible for caseload management and delivery of both groups and 1:1 interventions, promotion of signposting of services, complete assessments of need, risk management and recovery planning, discharge and release planning to provide effective continuity of care.

Initially the role is 3 to 6 months, working full-time hours 8:00am to 16:00pm Monday to Friday, these is also the possibility of a permanent position at the end of this initial period if of interest.

We also have other various Substance Misuse/Criminal Justice roles in the area. Please contact Daniel Baker at Belmont Recruitment for more information or apply.

Benefits of working with Belmont Recruitment;

• Free compliance (DBS, training etc.)
• Single point of contact consultant.
• 24h support.
• Regular communication updates.
• Referal Benefit Scheme.

Wellbeing & Lifestyle Coordinator
£12.98 per hour plus company benefits
30hrs per week to include some weekend working

A Top 20 Care Home Group 2026!

Awarded One of the UK s Best Companies to Work For

Please note, we are unable to offer sponsorship for this role.

Earlsfield Court is a stunning 72 bedded luxurious residential and dementia care home providing the very best in care and support.

The Wellbeing & Lifestyle Coordinator role is a hands-on working role with responsibility for coordinating a successful activities and volunteer programme within the Cinnamon home. This includes internal and external communication about activities-focused programmes for our residents.

To introduce appropriate activities for older people which support independence and to identify activities in the surrounding areas that will assist residents to integrate into the local community.

Main Responsibilities:

1. Organise and conduct activities that encourage both social, mental and if appropriate physical stimulation for the residents within the home.

1. To help organise fund raising events.
2. To help organise special events i.e. Christmas entertainment, Ascot, Royal Occasion, etc.
3. To help produce a monthly programme of events to be discussed with the General Manager of the home.
   5. To encourage residents and team members to participate in the homes activities programme.
   6. Maintenance of posters and notice boards within the home.

Person Specification
1. Compassionate and caring nature
2. Ability to organise activities
3. Outgoing and fun to be around
4. IT literacy competent with the use of systems
5. Good communication skills
6. Excellent written and verbal English

Our client Leicester City Council is looking for an Advanced Mental Health Practitioner to join their team.

• Working as an AMHP with Leicester City's Core AMHP Team,

• Taking part in a duty AMHP rota as initial point of contact for people making referrals,

• Considering MHA requests,

• Setting up and carrying out MHA assessments in a variety of settings.

• Completing associated reports and paperwork.

• May also be required to write and present tribunal report.

Benefits of working with Remedy

• A personal one-one service from your highly experienced dedicated consultant.
• Top tier supplier across London giving us first access to jobs
• Referral bonus - up to 250 per person placed.
• Double payrolls each week.

Terms & Conditions apply

You will be required to fully register with Remedy for all locum positions.

Remedy Social Care is a APSCo Standard agency and is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of the vulnerable. Successful applicants will be required to undertake an Enhanced Disclosure via the DBS. Our objective is to be an equal opportunities employer and we welcome applications from everyone with suitable skills and ability regardless of race, colour, nationality, ethnic or national origin, gender, disability, sexual orientation, age, religion or belief. All applications will be accepted and reviewed solely on merit.

Assistant EMHP

Band 3 Agenda for Change £25,878.00

South Cumbria Mental Health Support Teams

We have an exciting opportunity to offer a new role as an Assistant Education Mental Health Practitioner in our South Cumbria Brrow and South Lakes locality team.

This will involve working in schools in Barrow, Dalton, Millom, Ulverston, Kendal and surrounding areas click apply for full job details

Approved Mental Health Professional (AMHP)

Rate- 42.00 per hour Umbrella
Hours per week-37.5 Hours
Duration- 12 weeks
Location-The Caludon Centre, Clifford Bridge Road, Coventry, CV2 2TE

Coventry City Council is seeking an experienced Approved Mental Health Professional (AMHP) to join its dedicated Mental Health Service on an interim basis to provide essential cover for a vacant post.

This is a key frontline role supporting the AMHP Duty Desk, ensuring timely and effective responses to Mental Health Act assessment referrals. The successful candidate will work as part of a highly experienced team, contributing to the delivery of safe, responsive and person-centred mental health services.

The Role

You will be responsible for:

• Triaging Mental Health Act assessment referrals.
• Supporting and contributing to the AMHP Duty Desk during business hours.
• Undertaking Mental Health Act assessments in line with statutory requirements and best practice.
• Working collaboratively with health partners, social care colleagues, service users and families.
• Providing professional advice and guidance in relation to mental health legislation.
• Ensuring accurate recording and timely completion of case documentation.

Working Pattern

Shifts required:

• 9:00am - 5:00pm
• 2:00pm - 10:00pm

The role is primarily office-based at the Caludon Centre, although some flexibility may be available. Candidates must be able to work during the required shift patterns.

Essential Requirements

To be considered for this opportunity, candidates must:

• Hold current AMHP approval.
• Have a minimum of 2 years' post-qualified experience (PQE).
• Demonstrate experience of Mental Health Act assessments and AMHP duty work.
• Be able to work effectively within a fast-paced statutory environment.
• Have excellent assessment, decision-making and risk management skills.

This role is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975. As this role is eligible for an Enhanced DBS check, applicants are required to declare any cautions and convictions that are not protected under current filtering rules.

If this is the role for you and you have 2 years PQE then we would love to hear from you.

About the Role

Coventry City Council is seeking an experienced Senior Practitioner to join its West Help & Protection Team. This is an excellent opportunity for a skilled and motivated social work professional to take on a leadership-focused role within a supportive frontline safeguarding service.

Rate: 33.30 per hour (Umbrella)

As a Senior Practitioner, you will play a key role in supporting the Team Manager and driving high-quality practice across the team. You will work closely with Social Workers, helping to maintain performance standards, promote best practice and ensure positive outcomes for children and families.

This is an ideal opportunity for an experienced practitioner who is confident managing complex safeguarding work while also supporting colleagues with professional development and performance improvement.

Key Responsibilities

• Supporting the Help & Protection Team with practice and performance management
• Assisting Team Managers in the oversight of caseloads and service delivery
• Providing guidance, mentoring and support to Social Workers across the team
• Managing complex child protection and safeguarding cases where required
• Promoting high standards of social work practice
• Supporting effective decision-making and risk management
• Working collaboratively with partner agencies to safeguard children and young people
• Ensuring statutory responsibilities and timescales are met

Requirements

• Social Work England registration
• A recognised Social Work qualification
• Significant post-qualified experience within Children's Services
• Strong experience within Help & Protection/Safeguarding teams
• Experience managing complex child protection cases
• The ability to support and develop colleagues within a team environment
• Excellent assessment, analytical and leadership skills
• A strong understanding of statutory children's social care responsibilities

Working Arrangements

• Minimum of 3 days per week office-based
• Up to 2 days per week working from home

This arrangement supports both team collaboration and flexible working.

Why Join Coventry City Council?

• Opportunity to work within an established Help & Protection Team
• Supportive management structure
• Leadership and mentoring responsibilities
• Flexible hybrid working arrangements
• Chance to make a significant impact on outcomes for children and families

This role is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975. As this role is eligible for an Enhanced DBS check, applicants are required to declare any cautions and convictions that are not protected under current filtering rules.

If you are an experienced Senior Practitioner looking for your next opportunity within a progressive local authority, we'd love to hear from you

Are you passionate about supporting children and young people with their emotional wellbeing and mental health? If you're looking to build a rewarding career in psychology, counselling, social work, education, or mental health services, this Emotional and Mental Health Support Worker opportunity in Chippenham, Wiltshire could be the perfect next step.

A welcoming specialist school in Chippenham, Wiltshire is seeking a compassionate and dedicated Emotional and Mental Health Support Worker to support children aged 5-16 with Autism, social, emotional and mental health (SEMH) needs, anxiety, trauma, and additional learning needs. This Emotional and Mental Health Support Worker role offers invaluable experience working alongside experienced teachers, therapists, psychologists, and specialist SEN professionals in a nurturing and therapeutic educational environment.

As an Emotional and Mental Health Support Worker, you will provide one-to-one and small group support to children, helping them develop emotional resilience, confidence, and healthy coping strategies. You will support students in managing their emotions, encourage positive behaviour, build trusting relationships, and help them engage positively in both learning and social activities. The Emotional and Mental Health Support Worker will also work closely with teaching staff to implement wellbeing strategies, promote emotional regulation, and create a safe, structured, and supportive environment where every child can thrive.

This Emotional and Mental Health Support Worker position is ideal for graduates and individuals considering careers in Clinical Psychology, Educational Psychology, Counselling, Social Work, Occupational Therapy, Teaching, or Child and Adolescent Mental Health Services (CAMHS). The experience gained as an Emotional and Mental Health Support Worker will provide an excellent foundation for future study and careers supporting vulnerable children and young people.

Why Apply?

• Gain hands-on experience supporting children with Autism, SEMH, anxiety, trauma, and additional needs.
• Work alongside experienced teachers, therapists, psychologists, and specialist SEN professionals.
• Develop practical skills in emotional regulation, behaviour support, safeguarding, communication, and therapeutic interventions.
• 85- 110 per day.

This Emotional and Mental Health Support Worker opportunity is perfect for someone who is empathetic, patient, and committed to making a lasting difference in the lives of young people. Every day as an Emotional and Mental Health Support Worker will provide opportunities to support pupils through challenges, celebrate their progress, and help them build the confidence and resilience they need to succeed.

If you're looking to gain meaningful experience before progressing into psychology, counselling, education, or mental health, this Emotional and Mental Health Support Worker role in Chippenham, Wiltshire offers the ideal opportunity to develop your skills while making a genuine impact on children's lives.

Apply today for this Emotional and Mental Health Support Worker opportunity in Chippenham, Wiltshire, and begin a rewarding career supporting the emotional wellbeing and mental health of children and young people.

Salary will be determined by the successful candidate's qualifications and relevant experience, and will be in accordance with the client's pay policy.

Are you passionate about helping people to lead healthier lives?

Are you an enthusiastic, experienced health professional, looking for a flexible & highly rewarding role?

Then consider joining Reed Wellbeing as a Self-Employed Health & Wellbeing Coach!

Please Note, these roles are expressions of interest only at this point. We are currently working on a number of exciting opportunities within this area and are looking to build a pipeline of talent to allow us to work quickly upon contract award. We will be in a position to be able to begin the formal recruitment process in the coming weeks and we will be in touch to discuss the next steps of your expression of interest as soon as possible.

This role will deliver across one or more programmes that make up the NHS Healthier You service. These programmes include the Diabetes Prevention Programme (DPP), Type 2 Diabetes Pathway to Remission Programme (T2DR), Behavioural Support for Obesity Prescribing Programme (BSOP) and Long-Term Conditions Prevention Pilot (LTCP).

As a Self-Employed Health & Wellbeing Coach, you will be responsible for the engagement and delivery of sessions in both group and/or one-to-one settings with participants.

Sessions are delivered face-to-face across the Northeast & North Cumbria, therefore flexibility and a willingness to travel are essential. Applicants must also have access to their own vehicle and hold a full UK driving licence.

Expected availability for programme delivery is between 12 and 20 hours per week. In return, you will receive £50 per 90 Minute session.

Just some of your day-to-day responsibilities will include:

• Deliver engaging NHS Healthier You Programme sessions to participants in a group and/or one-to-one setting, in accordance with our curriculum, resources and quality standards.

• Motivate, support, and empower participants to make sustainable lifestyle and behaviour changes, using evidence-based coaching techniques to improve their overall health and wellbeing.

• Adapt session delivery to meet the diverse needs, abilities, and learning styles of participants, and create a positive and inclusive environment to encourage participation.

• Monitor participant progress, conduct regular revies, and celebrate achievements while identifying additional support needs.

• Signpost participants to appropriate local health, wellbeing and lifestyle support services where required.

• Participate in training, professional development, and quality improvement activities to ensure the highest standards of service delivery.

• Contribute ideas and feedback to support continuous improvement of programme delivery and participant outcomes.

To be successful in this role, we are looking for someone with:

Essential Qualifications:

• Minimum Level 3 qualification in Exercise Referral, Health Improvement/Promotion/Public Health, Nutrition & Weight Management, Coaching & Behaviour Change, or Education & Training.

• Evidence of training, qualification, or assessed competence in behaviour change delivery, aligned with recognised frameworks (e.g. COM-B, Behaviour Change Wheel, motivational interviewing or health coaching approaches).

• Fully First Aid trained, with a valid certificate.

Essential Skills & Experience:

• Experience facilitating groups and supporting individuals to achieve positive health, lifestyle, or behaviour changes.

• Strong communication and relationship-building skills, with a person-centred and non-judgemental approach.

• Ability to engage and motivate people from diverse backgrounds and with varying levels of confidence and health literacy.

• Demonstrable IT skills, including the ability to confidently use digital platforms and systems to deliver services, record data, and meet reporting requirements.

• Willingness to participate in induction, supervision, observed practice, competency assessment and ongoing CPD including all mandatory core training.

• Flexibility to work evenings and weekends, as required, and the ability to travel throughout the designated region using your own vehicle.

Desirable Criteria:

• Experience delivering behaviour change programmes aligned with NHS-commissioned or public health services.

• Experience working with individuals and/or groups with additional needs, long-term health conditions, obesity, or pre-diabetes.

• Fluency in multiple languages.

• Experience supporting service users via digital or remote delivery platforms.

• Qualification in group-based delivery.

• Level 3 Qualification in British Sign Language.

Are you passionate about helping people to lead healthier lives?

Are you an enthusiastic, experienced health professional, looking for a flexible & highly rewarding role?

Then consider joining Reed Wellbeing as a Self-Employed Health & Wellbeing Coach!

Please Note, these roles are expressions of interest only at this point. We are currently working on a number of exciting opportunities within this area and are looking to build a pipeline of talent to allow us to work quickly upon contract award. We will be in a position to be able to begin the formal recruitment process in the coming weeks and we will be in touch to discuss the next steps of your expression of interest as soon as possible.

This role will deliver across one or more programmes that make up the NHS Healthier You service. These programmes include the Diabetes Prevention Programme (DPP), Type 2 Diabetes Pathway to Remission Programme (T2DR), Behavioural Support for Obesity Prescribing Programme (BSOP) and Long-Term Conditions Prevention Pilot (LTCP).

As a Self-Employed Health & Wellbeing Coach, you will be responsible for the engagement and delivery of sessions in both group and/or one-to-one settings with participants.

Sessions are delivered face-to-face across Cheshire & Merseyside, therefore flexibility and a willingness to travel are essential. Applicants must also have access to their own vehicle and hold a full UK driving licence.

Expected availability for programme delivery is between 12 and 20 hours per week. In return, you will receive £50 per 90 Minute session.

Just some of your day-to-day responsibilities will include:

• Deliver engaging NHS Healthier You Programme sessions to participants in a group and/or one-to-one setting, in accordance with our curriculum, resources and quality standards.

• Motivate, support, and empower participants to make sustainable lifestyle and behaviour changes, using evidence-based coaching techniques to improve their overall health and wellbeing.

• Adapt session delivery to meet the diverse needs, abilities, and learning styles of participants, and create a positive and inclusive environment to encourage participation.

• Monitor participant progress, conduct regular revies, and celebrate achievements while identifying additional support needs.

• Signpost participants to appropriate local health, wellbeing and lifestyle support services where required.

• Participate in training, professional development, and quality improvement activities to ensure the highest standards of service delivery.

• Contribute ideas and feedback to support continuous improvement of programme delivery and participant outcomes.

To be successful in this role, we are looking for someone with:

Essential Qualifications:

• Minimum Level 3 qualification in Exercise Referral, Health Improvement/Promotion/Public Health, Nutrition & Weight Management, Coaching & Behaviour Change, or Education & Training.

• Evidence of training, qualification, or assessed competence in behaviour change delivery, aligned with recognised frameworks (e.g. COM-B, Behaviour Change Wheel, motivational interviewing or health coaching approaches).

• Fully First Aid trained, with a valid certificate.

Essential Skills & Experience:

• Experience facilitating groups and supporting individuals to achieve positive health, lifestyle, or behaviour changes.

• Strong communication and relationship-building skills, with a person-centred and non-judgemental approach.

• Ability to engage and motivate people from diverse backgrounds and with varying levels of confidence and health literacy.

• Demonstrable IT skills, including the ability to confidently use digital platforms and systems to deliver services, record data, and meet reporting requirements.

• Willingness to participate in induction, supervision, observed practice, competency assessment and ongoing CPD including all mandatory core training.

• Flexibility to work evenings and weekends, as required, and the ability to travel throughout the designated region using your own vehicle.

Desirable Criteria:

• Experience delivering behaviour change programmes aligned with NHS-commissioned or public health services.

• Experience working with individuals and/or groups with additional needs, long-term health conditions, obesity, or pre-diabetes.

• Fluency in multiple languages.

• Experience supporting service users via digital or remote delivery platforms.

• Qualification in group-based delivery.

• Level 3 Qualification in British Sign Language.