In this episode, Donna interviews Claire Jones, who has held various roles in public service, including as a prison officer, arrest referral worker, and part-time firefighter, as well as 20 years as a senior manager in the NHS, showcasing her commitment to helping others in different capacities. Claire shares her unique journey into public service, driven by a desire to help others, and discusses the challenges she faced as a single parent while navigating demanding work environments.
Claire Jones has held various roles in public service, including as a prison officer, arrest referral worker, and part-time firefighter, showcasing her commitment to helping others in different capacities.
In her role as a prison officer, Claire emphasised the importance of rehabilitation and understanding the circumstances that lead individuals to prison, highlighting that many are not inherently bad but are shaped by their life experiences.
After overcoming personal challenges related to weight and health, Claire transitioned into weight loss coaching, where she helps clients navigate both the physical and psychological aspects of weight management.
Claire's coaching approach includes building a supportive community for her clients, recognising the importance of having like-minded individuals around to foster accountability and motivation.
Claire has received awards for her work in fitness and nutrition coaching, and she actively contributes to discussions on health and well-being, emphasising the need for education on healthy living to prevent long-term health issues."I think the only public sector role I think I haven't really kind of got very involved in would be either probation or ambulance service. But other than that, I think I've done it all."
"When we recognise that we do [have control], and we can actually do things differently in a way that helps us to build a healthy relationship with food and with ourselves, we can make choices that are more in alignment with our long-term goals."
"It's all about health. Like you say, it's not about how much you weigh, what you look like. It's about being healthy, looking after your long-term health."
"I realised that I'd been able to overcome something that I'd battled with for 25 years. And I see other people battling with it every day."
"If you worried all the time about the risks, then you wouldn't do anything. And that's where the training comes in."
Donna is a Registered Nurse who has worked in the NHS for three decades.
She brings you real-life stories from people in front-line public service roles. Some of the stories discuss war, terrorism, suicide, abuse, COVID, death, and vicarious moral injury, which may be triggering for some listeners. Alongside these are stories of joy, hope, empathy, and humanity, highlighting the positive impact individuals have made. Many of her guests have navigated career changes, found work-life balance, or transitioned into new roles, including charity work or entrepreneurship. If you have a story to share that could inspire others seeking change or additional income, please get in touch. Inviting individuals from fire, police and probation services, healthcare, military, teaching, social services, local government, and civil service.
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