Health Promotion Practitioner | Lancashire

Are you a proactive and enthusiastic Health Promotion Practitioner looking for a unique opportunity to make a real difference in the lives of young people within an Alternative Provision setting in Lancashire?

We are seeking a dedicated and innovative Health Promotion Practitioner to join our team at this Alternative Provision/Multi-Academy Trust strategies to improve the physical, mental, and social well-being of our students, empowering them to make healthier choices and thrive.

About the Role:

As our Health Promotion Practitioner, you will be instrumental in developing and delivering initiatives that promote the overall health and well-being of our students and the wider school community. Your key responsibilities will include:

• Assessing the health and well-being needs of our student population through surveys, focus groups, and data analysis.
• Developing, implementing, and evaluating health promotion programs and campaigns addressing key areas such as mental health awareness, healthy eating, physical activity, substance misuse prevention, sexual health, and online safety.
• Delivering engaging and informative workshops and presentations to students, staff, and parents on various health-related topics.
• Creating and disseminating health promotion resources such as leaflets, posters, and digital content.
• Working collaboratively with teachers, support staff, pastoral teams, and external agencies (e.g., public health teams, local health services) to integrate health promotion into the curriculum and school culture.
• Supporting the development and implementation of school policies that promote health and well-being.
• Signposting students and staff to relevant health and support services.
• Organising health-related events and initiatives within the school.
• Monitoring and evaluating the impact of health promotion activities.
• Staying up-to-date with current health promotion research and best practices.

What We Are Looking For:

• A relevant qualification in Health Promotion, Public Health, or a related field.
• Experience in developing and delivering health promotion programs, ideally within an educational setting or with young people.
• A strong understanding of the principles of health promotion and behaviour change.
• Excellent communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills, with the ability to engage effectively with young people and adults.
• The ability to work independently and as part of a multidisciplinary team, demonstrating initiative and organisational skills.
• Knowledge of local health services and resources in Lancashire.
• A passion for promoting the health and well-being of young people.
• An understanding of the specific challenges and needs of students in alternative provision settings (desirable).
• A commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people.

What We Offer:

• Generous holiday entitlement and benefits package.
• Opportunities for professional development in health promotion and related areas.
• A supportive and collaborative working environment within a dedicated team.
• The chance to make a significant and positive impact on the health and well-being of vulnerable young people.
• A varied and rewarding role where you can be creative and innovative in your approach.

If you are a proactive and passionate Health Promotion Practitioner looking for an exciting opportunity to champion well-being in an Alternative Provision in Lancashire, we would love to hear from you!

To Apply:

Please submit your CV and a compelling covering letter outlining your experience and suitability for this role, particularly highlighting your experience in developing and delivering health promotion initiatives for young people, to rachael.boaler@twrecruitment.com.

Closing Date for Applications: open ended.

This Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. This post is subject to an enhanced DBS check.