Self Help Coach

Link Group Limited; Scotland; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A Scottish health charity is seeking a Self-Help Coach to provide one-to-one sessions for adults experiencing trauma. This role emphasizes compassionate support and outreach efforts in Fife. Ideal candidates will possess higher education and have experience in mental health support. The position offers a competitive salary, generous benefits, and opportunities for professional development.

Benefits

35 days’ holiday plus 3 extra days after 3 years

Enhanced sick and family-friendly pay

Funded SVQ qualifications

Generous pension scheme

Employee assistance programme

Qualifications

• Understanding challenges faced by marginalized communities.
• Experience with self-help resources and mental health support.
• A valid driving license and access to a car.

Responsibilities

• Deliver up to 8 one-to-one sessions to adults in Fife.
• Outreach to individuals affected by homelessness.
• Deliver trauma-informed training to partner agencies.

Skills

Compassionate approach

Excellent communication skills

Relationship-building skills

Flexibility

Data management ability

Education

Higher education

Job description

Job Title: Self-Help Coach (Better than Well)
Contract: Fixed Term – 1 year (due to funding)
Location: Kirkcaldy office with travel across Fife
Hours: 37.5 per week (Monday to Friday)

Are you passionate about helping others live better lives?
Join LinkLiving, a Scottish health and wellbeing charity supporting people to overcome trauma, mental health challenges, poverty, and inequality. We help individuals build on their strengths through services like personal development, supported accommodation, care at home, housing support, befriending, and social cafes.

Our Values:

Empathy – Understand individual needs
Respect – Treat others as they wish to be treated
Integrity – Be honest and principled
Caring – Show kindness and concern
About the Role:
As a Self-Help Coach, you’ll deliver the Better than Well service, offering up to 8 one-to-one sessions to adults (16+) in Fife who’ve experienced childhood trauma and struggle to engage with other services. The role includes outreach to individuals affected by homelessness and delivering trauma-informed training to partner agencies.

What We’re Looking For:
You’re a compassionate, proactive individual with higher education and a strong understanding of the challenges faced by marginalized communities. You bring:

A trauma-informed, person-centred approach
Experience with self-help resources and mental health support
Excellent communication and relationship-building skills
Flexibility, data management ability, and a practical mindset
A valid driving license and access to a car
Experience with CBT or similar techniques is desirable but not essential.

Benefits Include:

Competitive salary with annual reviews and potential performance bonuses
35 days’ holiday (inclusive of public holidays), plus 3 extra days after 3 years
Holiday buy/sell options
Enhanced sick and family-friendly pay
Funded SVQ qualifications and development opportunities
Paid PVG and SSSC memberships
Generous pension scheme with employer contributions
Electric vehicle leasing scheme
Life assurance and healthcare cash plan (includes dependents)
Employee assistance programme
Annual flu vaccination
Savings and borrowing scheme, cycle to work, travel loans, and more
Important Info:

This post requires PVG Scheme registration (cost covered by LinkLiving)
We welcome applicants from all backgrounds and are a Disability Confident Leader
Our offices are wheelchair accessible
Internal applicants will move to the terms of this role if successful
Key Dates:

Closing Date: Monday 11 August 2025 (11:59 PM)
Interview Date: Thursday 21 August 2025 (Kirkcaldy office)
How to Apply:
Apply via our jobs portal. Alternative formats (e.g., Braille, audio) available upon request: email [e-mail].

For informal enquiries, contact us at the same email to arrange a chat with someone from the service.