Engagement Coordinator Full Time

LiveWell Dorset is a unique and innovative health improvement service which applies the latest behavioural science and technology to help individuals take control of their own health and wellbeing. The service supports individuals to become more active, drink less, stop smoking and maintain a healthy weight by delivering high quality advice and support.

If you are passionate about working with people and communities, enjoy being out and about and want to make a difference this could be the role for you.

At LiveWell Dorset we aim to practice what we preach in regard to health and wellbeing. Our team tell us they are proud to work for us, that they feel supported, valued and that it’s a positive place to work. We offer flexible working, with a mix of home based, office and community hours.

What will you be doing?

No two days will look the same in this fast paced and varied role.

As an Engagement Coordinator, you will build relationships with key stakeholder groups to support and facilitate the promotion of LiveWell Dorset within local communities and across the integrated care system. You will identify and attend appropriate events, representing the service in a professional and confident manner aiming to enhance service usage by target groups and under-represented populations. This is a hugely important role, raising awareness of and access into the unique LiveWell Dorset service and helping people to take their first step to a happier, healthier lifestyle. You will also be expected to provide evidence-based guidance in the areas of weight management, alcohol intake, smoking and physical activity (training can be provided).

As a member of a Training & Engagement team you will provide support to the Training & Engagement Officer role with administration of queries and event booking. Will monitor community engagement activities, contribute to evaluations and liaise with other LiveWell Dorset teams to make sure we reach the people who are need our help the most.

About You

We are looking for a confident communicator with a can-do attitude to play a pivotal role in our mission to help people live healthier lives.

To succeed in this role, you should have a strong understanding of community dynamics, and the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.

A good understanding of heath inequalities, an interest in health & wellbeing and an empathetic nature is also essential.

You may be looking for your first role since leaving education, looking for a stepping stone into Public Health or wanting to find a role that really changes people’s lives – we are happy to train the right person and there will be opportunities to progress.

LiveWell Dorset is a key part of the local authority aim to improve the health of local people. The service has attracted national attention as a novel and innovative approach to helping people change their behaviours and live healthier lives.

We work in partnership with Dorset Council, the Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole Council and numerous other organisations.

Must hold a valid driver’s license as there will be extensive travel across Dorset.

Further Information

Please contact Sarah Arnold, Training and Engagement Manager, to find out more about the role. You can contact Sarah on 07920781924, or by emailing [email protected].

About Us

At Dorset Council, it’s not just about the work we do, it’s about how we do it. Hear directly from our employees about what makes Dorset Council special in this short video:

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At Dorset Council, we are working together to create a fairer, more prosperous, and more sustainable Dorset for everyone, now and in the future.

We

• provide essential services that support over 300,000 residents
• work in partnership to make a real difference
• value every role and the impact it has on our communities
• support our employees to grow, develop, and thrive

You Will

• be part of a team that works together for a better Dorset
• have access to a range of benefits and support
• receive training and development opportunities to help your career progress

We are committed to building a diverse and inclusive organisation where different skills, perspectives, and backgrounds strengthen both our council and the communities we serve.

We welcome applications from everyone and are proud to be a Disability Confident Employer. If you declare a disability and meet the essential criteria for the role, we will offer you an interview. We also want our recruitment process to be accessible, if you need any reasonable adjustments, just let us know on your application.

This role is UK-based, and we will need to confirm your Right to Work as part of the appointment process. We use generic job descriptions and person specifications, so the job title in any attachments may differ from the advert. If needed, we will provide additional details in a context statement.

If you’re passionate about making a difference, we’d love you to join us.