Casual Better Living Trainer

Calderdale Council; Halifax; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

An established local authority is seeking a dedicated professional to join their Better Living Service. This role is pivotal in promoting healthier behaviors and lifestyles within the community. The successful candidate will engage with individuals through personalized interventions, making a meaningful impact on public health. Flexibility is essential as sessions will be delivered across various locations throughout Calderdale. The council values diversity and encourages applications from all backgrounds, particularly those from under-represented communities. This is an opportunity to contribute to a vital service that champions health and well-being.

Qualifications

• Passion for promoting health and wellbeing.
• Ability to deliver sessions in community settings.

Responsibilities

• Deliver 1-1 interventions in community settings.
• Work flexibly across 7 days per week.

Skills

Health Promotion

Organizational Skills

Reliability

Dynamic Approach

Job description

Post Ref: CC395

Please note: Internal at risk or redeployee applicants will be seen in the first instance.

The Better Living Service contributes to tackling inequalities in health by promoting and supporting people to develop healthier behaviours and lifestyles.

The successful candidate will be required to deliver sessions across the whole of Calderdale and must be flexible to work across 7 days per week. The days and hours will vary depending on service commitments throughout the week.

The principal duties of this role include delivering 1-1 interventions in community settings and leisure centres.

The ideal candidate will have a passion for promoting health and wellbeing, be organized, dynamic, and reliable.

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people, and vulnerable adults. All staff are expected to share this commitment. Applicants for posts exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act will require a DBS check from the Disclosure and Barring Service before appointment.

Closing Date: Wednesday 14th May 2025

Interview Date: 22nd and 23rd May 2025

Digital interview methods may be used.

As part of our vision,

On 30 January 2019, the Council declared a climate emergency to enhance its actions against climate change.

Calderdale Council values diversity and is committed to an inclusive environment. We encourage applications from individuals who share our commitment to challenging inequality and promoting diversity. We especially welcome applications from under-represented communities. All applications are anonymized before review.

For application support, please refer to our Application Booklet or visit our website.

We reserve the right to close vacancies early; early application is advised.