Development Officer (Nutrition)

Sefton; United Kingdom; On-site; GBP 80,000 - GBP 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A local authority council in the UK is seeking a motivated Development Officer to enhance health outcomes through the Weigh Forward programme. The successful candidate will play a crucial role in delivering education and support, working closely with healthcare professionals and community partners to promote sustainable lifestyle changes. This is a full-time permanent position with a focus on community health and wellbeing in Sefton. Ideal candidates will possess strong interpersonal skills and a passion for making a difference.

Qualifications

• Experience in health or physical activity programme delivery is preferred.
• Ability to work collaboratively with a range of partners.
• Commitment to supporting lifestyle changes in individuals.

Responsibilities

• Deliver and develop the Weigh Forward weight management programme.
• Support individuals through education and behaviour-change interventions.
• Collaborate with healthcare professionals and community organisations.

Skills

Strong communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Motivated and enthusiastic

Job description

• Employer: Sefton Metropolitan Borough Council
• Location: Sefton Metropolitan Borough Council, Netherton Activity Centre, Merseyside
• Contract: Permanent
• Working Pattern: Full Time
• Hours: 36 hours per week.
• DBS Check: Yes
• Closing Date: 22/02/2026 at 23:59
• Reference: COMM/26/330010

About us:

At Active Sefton, we are dedicated to enhancing the health and wellbeing of our community through sports and physical activity programmes and supportive initiatives. We believe that everyone deserves access to resources that promotes a healthy lifestyle, and we pride ourselves on being an inclusive environment where people can thrive.

Active Sefton are responsible for delivering a portfolio of numerous health, sport and physical activity programmes working with all age groups, as well as a wide range of partners. The team contribute to key council priorities including working together to improve the outcomes for communities and improving the health and wellbeing of Sefton’s residents.

Sefton is a vibrant local authority on a journey of aspiration and ambition as it works towards delivering its exciting 2030 Vision. This journey is shared with our partners and communities as we strive to ensure Sefton is a confident and connected Borough.

Sefton has a strong track record of partnership working and for having a motivated and dedicated workforce that is resilient and adaptable, it puts the Council in the best possible place to meet the challenges and opportunities ahead.

The Active Lifestyles team are seeking a highly motivated, enthusiastic, and dynamic individual to join our service and support the continued development of Weigh Forward, Sefton’s Tier 2 weight management programme.

The Development Officer will play a key role in the delivery, and development of the programme, ensuring it aligns with the priorities of Sefton Council and contributes to improved health and wellbeing outcomes for local residents.

Working as part of a wider team, the postholder will support individuals to make sustainable lifestyle changes through a combination of group-based education, physical activity support, and behaviour‑change interventions.

The role involves working across a range of settings and collaborating with a broad range of partners, including healthcare professionals, community organisations, and residents referred to the programme. Strong communication and well‑developed interpersonal skills are essential for this role to effectively build relationships and support delivery.

Closing date: Sunday 22nd February 2026

Provisional Interview date - W/C Monday 2nd March 2026

Please note we reserve the right to close the vacancy early if we receieve a high volume of applicants.

EQUAL OPPORTUNITIES

Sefton Council strives to ensure that our workforce is inclusive and representative of our communities. A diverse workforce is important to us, our staff bring with them a wide range of experiences, views, ideas, and innovations, and we are committed to providing an environment that recognises, respects, and values everybody’s identity, where individual differences are strengths and where everyone can thrive and maximise their potential.We are always open to learning and growing as an organisation, and we welcome new ideas and initiatives that promote equality, diversity and inclusion.

We are an Equal Opportunities Employer; all candidates will receive equal treatment. Our decision to appoint will be based upon whether an individual’s skills, experience, qualifications, and abilities make them the most suitable candidate for the role.

Please note that all disabled applicants who meet the essential criteria for these jobs (as given in the Person Specification) and who want to apply under the Disability Confident Scheme will be invited to interview.

If you are currently in care or have previously been in care, we provide a guaranteed interview scheme for care experienced people if you meet the essential requirements for the role.

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How to apply

Please apply online via the link provided.

Please note, we do not accept CV’s (unless specified on the advert).

Please fully complete the online application form.