Health Coach (In-person) - Mid and South Essex

Health Coach (In-person) - Mid and South EssexOn-siteOperationsContractLondon, England, United KingdomShare this job DescriptionPart-Time | In-person Role | Some Evening and Weekend Working Required | 6-months fixed-termWe’re looking for an ambitious, Essex-based Health Coach to join the Specialist Weight Management Service (SWMS) at one of the UK’s most exciting health-tech startups.You’ll be supporting adults living with obesity to make sustainable lifestyle changes through our in-person service. We welcome applicants who are confident, caring, and enthusiastic about helping people improve their health and wellbeing. Flexibility is essential, with availability to cover some evening and Saturday appointments.The ChallengeMore than 1 in 4 adults in the UK are living with obesity; a chronic condition that often negatively impacts their physical and mental health, and therefore quality of life. Access to specialist weight management services for the treatment of obesity remains limited and varies geographically due to a lack of funding. Existing services face long waiting lists, resulting in treatment delays which can adversely affect patient outcomes.Enter Second Nature...By bringing together the latest behavioural science, psychology, technology, and the talents of our incredible team, our mission is to eradicate obesity and type 2 diabetes for all, and as part of that mission, we are aiming to increase access to effective treatment for people living with obesity. Second Nature provides specialist weight management services to support people living with obesity. About us:We've positively changed the lives of over 250,000 peopleWe're rated 'Excellent' by over 7k of our members We're growing extremely quickly & are now a profitable businessWe’re one of the few consumer health brands that are commissioned by the NHS and leading health insurer, Vitality HealthWe're a leading B2C provider of GLP-1 medication-assisted weight loss programmes, and 1 of 5 NICE-approved providers to deliver these services within the NHS in the futureOur team members stay with us for an average of 4.3 yearsThe RoleAs a Health Coach, you will work in-person across sites in Mid & South Essex to deliver high-quality care for adults living with obesity. You’ll guide service users through a structured programme combining group sessions and one-to-one support.This is a part-time, 0.5 FTE, in-person role for 6 months, with the possibility of extension depending on service needs.This is a unique opportunity to help shape how we deliver in-person services. You’ll guide service users through the entire care pathway, and work closely with a multidisciplinary team of dietitians, doctors, psychologists, and exercise specialists to deliver personalised, high-impact care.What You'll DoSupport group-based and one-to-one sessions at our Essex sitesSupport service users across both medicated and non-medicated programmesWork closely with the MDT, attending regular meetings to review, monitor and optimise service user careParticipate in clinical supervision to discuss complex or high-risk casesIdentify and appropriately manage clinical risk, including safeguarding concernsMaintain CPD, clinical supervision, and registration requirements (HCPC/AfN) in line with best practice standardsEnsure all patient data is handled with strict confidentiality, following Data Protection Act and GDPR requirementsContribute to innovation projects, service evaluation, and ongoing programme development at Second Nature.RequirementsThis is a hands-on, people-first role ideal for someone who thrives in both in-person and digital settings. We’re seeking someone who is highly organised, proactive, and adaptable, with a hands-on attitude. You have the resilience to perform confidently under pressure and navigate challenging situations with ease.We're looking for someone who:Is a qualified Nutritionist/Dietitian or have relevant experience in weight management, health coaching, or lifestyle...