Careers at Big Life

Living Well Tameside Mental Wellbeing Coach

About us 

Big Life is in the business of changing lives. We fight inequality by working with people and places to create opportunities and inspire change. Whatever service we deliver to help people to change their lives, we do things the Big Life Way. 

What you’ll be doing 

As a Mental Wellbeing Coach within our Living Well Tameside service, you will provide support people with their wellbeing, and help them to navigate the complex health and social care environment.

You will connect with people and provide one-to-one coaching to help them navigate their way through the complex health and social care environment, removing the barriers that may impede self-management and helping to embed coping strategies.

You will work in one of four neighbourhoods (Ashton, Denton, Stalybridge and Hyde) supporting a complex needs mental health service, alongside a team of Peer Support Coaches and Mental Wellbeing Coaches, Psychological Therapists and Senior Mental Health Practitioners.

What we need from you 

• You will offer advice and emotional support in a relaxed and friendly environment, both one-to-one and in groups.
• You will use person-centred coaching tools and relationship-based practice to support people to achieve their goals.
• You will use your creativity to connect with people and help solve problems.
• You will develop relationships with partnership agencies throughout Tameside.
• You need an enhanced level DBS check for this role.

What we will offer you in return 

• An annual salary of £30,060 (NJC SCP 17)
• A fixed-term, full-time contract until 31 March 2026
• 25 days holiday, and 30 once you’ve been here five years
• A relaxed culture where you are expected to plan your own day, take breaks when you need them and enjoy your work
• Ongoing personal and professional development through regular supervision
• A supportive, flexible approach to managing staff health and wellbeing, including a wide range of perks, schemes and support.

What next? 

If you are passionate about supporting people in their recovery journey and possess the necessary skills, then click apply and complete the short application process.

Studies have shown that women and people of colour are less likely to apply for jobs unless they meet every single qualification. We are dedicated to creating a diverse, inclusive and authentic workplace and would especially like to hear from applicants from Black, Asian and other racially marginalised communities.

The closing date for applications is Monday, 4 August. Applications received after this time will not be considered and CVs will not be accepted. Interviews will take place on the afternoons of 6 and 7 August.

Big Life strives to be diverse and inclusive - a place where we can all be ourselves. We strongly encourage applicants from all parts of society. You can read on our careers site about the actions we are taking ourselves to fight inequality and inspire change. 

We actively value the lived experiences and expertise of our staff, volunteers and the people who use our service and see the extra value that they bring to our organisation. 

 Your health and happiness are important to us, so we offer a comprehensive staff wellbeing package.

The Big Life group positively promotes diversity in the workforce. 

The Big Life group is committed to safeguarding children and vulnerable adults