Health improvement Practitioner

3 months ago

Bath, United Kingdom HCRG Care Group Full time

Job summary

We are seeking a passionate and skilled Health Improvement Practitioner to join our Healthy Lifestyle team

In this role, you will provide specialist advice and support for our Stop Smoking Service, focusing on some of the most vulnerable individuals living in Bath and Northeast Somerset. While your primary responsibility will be to assist people in quitting smoking and engaging in tobacco control work, you will also contribute to broader health improvement initiatives, including weight management, healthier cooking, and physical activity, in alignment with our person-centered approach to enhancing overall health and wellbeing. This role involves working one-on-one and leading group sessions across various settings throughout Bath and Northeast Somerset.

This is a fixed term full-time position working hoursacross the week based at our Peasdown St John is an externally funded position until the end of March 2025 but we expect this to be extended.

Main duties of the job

As aHealth Improvement Practitioner you will:

Design, implement, deliver, and monitor the Stop Smoking Service to ensure effective support and outcomes. Manage a busy caseload of individuals seeking to quit smoking, providing personalised support through various methods (group sessions, face-to-face meetings, telephone support). Collaborate with local secondary care providers to ensure smokers are supported promptly after discharge. Lead the Swap to Stop initiative in Bath and Northeast Somerset. Deliver training to other health professionals on smoking cessation and related health interventions. Promote and market the Stop Smoking Service to increase awareness and participation.

Please see the attached job description for a full list of job responsibilities.

About us

About the Company

We change lives by transforming health and care.

Established in 2006, we are one of the UKs leading independent providers of community health and care services, working with health and care commissioners and communities to transform services with a focus on experience, efficiency and improved outcomes. We deliver and transform adult and children community health services, primary care services including urgent care, sexual health, dermatology and MSK services as well as adult social care and wellbeing England, we support communities of many millions and directly help more than half a million people each year - guided by our simple values: we care, we think, we do.

Were committed to equal opportunities and welcome applications from a broad, diverse range of people who want to join our team. Were a Disability Confident Committed company, so we work to provide facilities, work environment adjustments and technical solutions to be as inclusive of everyone.

While it doesnt happen often, sometimes a role is very popular, and well need to close it earlier than the date weve shown here. If youre keen to join our team, wed love to hear from you so please apply as soon as you can.

To find out more about HCRG Care Group, please visit

Job description

Job responsibilities

As a Health Improvement Practitioner, youll be part of our valued Health Improvement Service located at Peasedown St John.

You will feel valued as a Health Improvement practitionerwithin HCRG Care Group, receiving access to exclusive rewards and benefits including:

Salary of 28,875 (full time equivelent) with group pension Free tea and coffee at your base location Membership of My Reward Hub, giving you access to discounts on every day purchases like grocery shopping as well as cashback and voucher offers for treats for you and those special to you Access to your wages as you earn them to help cover lifes emergencies and avoid overdraft fees or high interest rates Online and face to face help with your mental and physical wellbeing from healthy recipes and activity challenges through to post trauma support, legal, debt and life management help, as well career coaching and counselling Access to eLearning, bespoke career pathways and opportunities for continuing professional development through our Outstanding learning and development team, The Learning Enterprise An open, just culture where youre encouraged to have and implement ideas which can help us deliver our purpose: changing lives through transforming health and care backed up by at least 100,000 of ringfenced innovation funding each year The pride of working for an organisation committed to the highest clinical and quality standards: with a majority of our rated services holding good or outstanding ratings from the Care Quality Commission The Ideal Candidate Educated to degree level or equivalent in a public health-related field. Proven experience in health improvement, with a track record of supporting individuals both one-on-one and in group settings. Strong interpersonal and communication skills to effectively motivate clients toward healthier behaviors. Demonstrated ability to build relationships with external agencies and organizations, with experience working with vulnerable groups in society. Excellent written communication skills for clear and professional correspondence with colleagues and external partners. Must have a full UK driving licence and access to a car for work purposes Person Specification

General Requirements

Essential

Click Apply for this job above to view the Job Description on our career site

Desirable

Click Apply for this job above to view the Job Description on our career site

  • Health Improvement Practitioner

    4 weeks ago

    Bath, Bath and North East Somerset, United Kingdom HCRG Care Group Full time

    Job Title: Health Improvement Practitioner We are seeking a highly skilled Health Improvement Practitioner to join our Healthy Lifestyle team at HCRG Care Group. In this role, you will provide specialist advice and support for our Stop Smoking Service, focusing on vulnerable individuals living in Bath and Northeast Somerset. You will contribute to...

  • Health Improvement Professional

    1 week ago

    Bath, Bath and North East Somerset, United Kingdom HCRG Care Group Full time

    Transforming lives through innovative health improvement initiatives, we seek a dedicated Health Improvement Practitioner to join our team at HCRG Care Group.This dynamic role offers an exciting opportunity to design, implement, and deliver effective health improvement strategies that positively impact the community.As a key member of our Healthy Lifestyle...

  • Health Improvement Specialist

    4 weeks ago

    Bath, Bath and North East Somerset, United Kingdom HCRG Care Group Full time

    About the RoleWe are seeking a skilled Health Improvement Practitioner to join our Healthy Lifestyle team at HCRG Care Group.In this role, you will provide specialist advice and support for our Stop Smoking Service, focusing on vulnerable individuals in Bath and Northeast Somerset.You will contribute to broader health improvement initiatives, including...

  • Community Mental Health Practitioner

    4 weeks ago

    Bath, Bath and North East Somerset, United Kingdom Avon & Wiltshire Mental Health Partnership NHS Trust Full time

    About the RoleWe are seeking a skilled and compassionate Community Practitioner to join our team at Avon and Wiltshire Mental Health Partnership NHS Trust. As a Community Practitioner, you will play a vital role in providing high-quality mental health care to individuals in their own communities.Key ResponsibilitiesUndertake comprehensive mental health...

  • Mental Health Practitioner

    18 hours ago

    Bath, Bath and North East Somerset, United Kingdom Avon & Wiltshire Mental Health Partnership NHS Trust Full time

    Job DescriptionWe are seeking an experienced and compassionate Mental Health Practitioner to join our team at the Avon & Wiltshire Mental Health Partnership NHS Trust. This challenging yet rewarding role requires a strong commitment to delivering high-quality care and support to individuals with complex mental health needs.About the RoleIn this key position,...

  • Experienced Community Mental Health Practitioner

    4 weeks ago

    Bath, Bath and North East Somerset, United Kingdom Avon & Wiltshire Mental Health Partnership NHS Trust Full time

    Job OverviewThis role is available to all applicants who can demonstrate relevant professional registration, RMN, OT, or Social Worker.We are seeking a skilled and dedicated individual to join our team as a Community Mental Health Practitioner. As a key member of our team, you will work with people who have a range of mental health needs, providing...

  • Theatre Practitioner – Orthopaedic Scrub

    6 months ago

    Bath, United Kingdom Circle Health Group Full time

    Overview Theatre Practitioner - Orthopaedic Scrub The Bath Clinic Hospital 37.5 Hours & Permanent Salary: Up to £42,000.00 per annum  is part of Circle Health Group, Britain's leading provider of independent healthcare with a nationwide network of hospitals & clinics, performing more complex surgery than any other private healthcare provider in...

  • Transformative Health Specialist

    3 weeks ago

    Bath, Bath and North East Somerset, United Kingdom HCRG Care Group Full time

    About the RoleWe are seeking a highly skilled and passionate Health Improvement Practitioner to join our Healthy Lifestyle team at HCRG Care Group.As a Health Improvement Practitioner, you will play a vital role in supporting individuals to quit smoking and engaging in tobacco control work, while also contributing to broader health improvement...

  • Mental Health Practitioner

    4 weeks ago

    Bath, Bath and North East Somerset, United Kingdom Avon & Wiltshire Mental Health Partnership NHS Trust Full time

    About the RoleWe are seeking a highly skilled Mental Health Practitioner to join our Older Adult Liaison Team in Bath. As a key member of our team, you will be responsible for providing mental health assessments and care to older adults in our acute general hospital setting.Key ResponsibilitiesOur ideal candidate will have extensive experience of working...

  • Healthcare Assistant Practitioner

    1 day ago

    Bath, Bath and North East Somerset, United Kingdom Somerset County Council Full time

    Job Description">We are seeking a motivated and enthusiastic individual to join our Public Health Nursing Service as a Healthcare Assistant Practitioner. The successful candidate will have a strong background in healthcare and a passion for delivering high-quality care to children and families.This role offers a unique opportunity to work with a diverse...

  • Band 6 Mental Health Practitioner

    3 months ago

    Bath, United Kingdom Avon & Wiltshire Mental Health Partnership NHS Trust Full time

    Job summary An exciting job opportunity has arisen in the Mental Health Liaison team in Bath in the Older Adult part of the service to recruit a Mental Health Practitioner to a substantive position. The Liaison team cover from 8am to midnight, 7 days a week, 365 days a year with shift patterns of 8-4pm, 9-5pm, 10-6pm, 12-8pm and 4pm to midnight. ...

  • Mental Health Specialist

    1 month ago

    Bath, Bath and North East Somerset, United Kingdom Oxleas NHS Foundation Trust Full time

    About the RoleWe are seeking a highly skilled and compassionate Mental Health Practitioner to join our team at HMP Portland. As part of the South West Prison Healthcare contract, we are expanding our recruitment efforts to find a motivated and knowledgeable individual to provide specialist mental healthcare to offenders.The successful candidate will work as...

  • Band 4 Occupational Therapy Assistant Practitioner

    5 months ago

    Bath, United Kingdom HCRG Care Group Full time

    Job Introduction Are you passionate about making a real difference in the lives of adults with neurological conditions, including stroke survivors? Do you want to be a part of a dedicated team that delivers exceptional care and support to patients and their families in the comfort of their own homes? If so, we have a fantastic opportunity for you! **About...

  • Mental Health Nurse

    1 month ago

    Bath, Bath and North East Somerset, United Kingdom NHS Full time

    About the RoleWe are seeking a highly skilled Registered Mental Health Nurse to join our Enhanced Care and Support Team at the Royal United Hospitals Bath NHS Foundation Trust.As a Band 5 RMN, you will have responsibility for delivering high-quality enhanced care and support to patients with mental health needs within the RUH. This includes assisting with...

  • General Dentistry Practitioner

    1 month ago

    Bath, Bath and North East Somerset, United Kingdom beBee Professionals Full time £50,000 - £80,000

    We are seeking a General Dentistry Practitioner to join our team at beBee Professionals in Bath. The ideal candidate will have a degree in Dentistry and a valid license to practice in Ireland. Responsibilities include performing dental examinations, cleanings, fillings, and other routine procedures, as well as educating patients on oral hygiene and creating...

  • Medical Practitioner

    1 month ago

    Bath, Bath and North East Somerset, United Kingdom Bupa Full time

    Job Title: General PractitionerJob Summary: We are seeking an experienced General Practitioner to join our team at Bupa. As a General Practitioner, you will be responsible for delivering primary care consultations to customers within our Boots site in Bath.About the Role:You will be working in a dynamic and supportive environment, providing high-quality care...

  • Child Health Support Specialist

    2 days ago

    Bath, Bath and North East Somerset, United Kingdom Somerset County Council Full time

    Job Overview">We are seeking a skilled Child Health Support Specialist to join our team at Somerset County Council. The successful candidate will have a proven track record of delivering high-quality healthcare services to children and families.This role is an excellent opportunity for individuals who are passionate about improving the health and wellbeing...

  • Offender Care Practitioner

    6 days ago

    Bath, Bath and North East Somerset, United Kingdom Oxleas NHS Foundation Trust Full time

    If you're passionate about delivering high-quality care to offenders with mental health needs, this could be the ideal role for you. As a Mental Health Practitioner at Oxleas NHS Foundation Trust, you will have the opportunity to make a real difference in the lives of those in need.With a focus on promoting health and well-being, our team delivers a range of...

  • Enhanced Care Specialist Practitioner

    5 months ago

    Bath, United Kingdom Royal United Hospitals Bath NHS Foundation Trust Full time

    We are creating an Enhanced Care and Support team at the RUH. An exciting opportunity has arisen to join the team as an Enhanced Care Specialist Practitioner/Team Lead. The team will sit within the Vulnerable People Service. We are an ambitious service. The Enhanced Care Specialist Practitioner/Team Lead role has been designed to deliver specialist care and...

  • Enhanced Clinical Practitioner

    6 months ago

    Bath, United Kingdom Royal United Hospitals Bath NHS Foundation Trust Full time

    An exciting opportunity to join a team of experienced practitioners working in a co-located Urgent Care (UC). We are seeking experienced autonomous health care practitioners in primary care, urgent care, minor injury/illness, paramedicine, physiotherapy, or emergency medicine to work in a progressive and exciting environment, managing a diverse patient...