Diabetes Education & Community Health Coach

County Durham & Darlington NHS Foundation Trust; Peterlee; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A regional health service organization in Peterlee is seeking a Health Co-Ordinator to deliver exceptional patient education for diabetes management. This role involves direct patient interaction, developing community partnerships, and ensuring high-quality care through structured education sessions. Candidates should possess relevant health qualifications and strong communication skills to support lifestyle changes and health improvement initiatives. If you have experience in the health sector and a passion for community engagement, this is the role for you.

Qualifications

• Relevant health qualification like NVQ3 or equivalent.
• Understanding of health inequalities and their impact.
• Experience with diabetes and healthy lifestyles.

Responsibilities

• Deliver face-to-face education sessions for diabetes.
• Manage patient referrals and provide support.
• Engage with community groups to optimize referrals.

Skills

Excellent communication skills

IT database management

Ability to handle sensitive data

Knowledge of diabetes issues

Time management skills

Team player

Education

Relevant qualification in health or social care

RSPH Level 2 Understanding Health Improvement

Health Trainer qualification (City and Guilds Level 3)

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

A regional health service organization in Peterlee is seeking a Health Co-Ordinator to deliver exceptional patient education for diabetes management. This role involves direct patient interaction, developing community partnerships, and ensuring high-quality care through structured education sessions. Candidates should possess relevant health qualifications and strong communication skills to support lifestyle changes and health improvement initiatives. If you have experience in the health sector and a passion for community engagement, this is the role for you.