Director of Health & Physical Activity

JR United Kingdom; Bristol; Hybrid; GBP 38,000 - 46,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Director of Health & Physical Activity to lead strategic initiatives that enhance community health through physical activity. This pivotal role involves collaborating with local authorities and stakeholders to create inclusive structures that promote active lifestyles. The successful candidate will represent the organization at various levels, manage resources effectively, and contribute to long-term health strategies. If you're an experienced leader passionate about improving lives and communities, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• Experience in strategic leadership and building effective partnerships.
• Knowledge of health, wellbeing, and physical activity sectors.

Responsibilities

• Lead strategic approach across local health systems.
• Manage resources and oversee impactful health initiatives.

Skills

Strategic Leadership

Stakeholder Engagement

Health and Wellbeing Knowledge

Partnership Development

Education

Relevant Degree

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05.05.2025

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19.06.2025

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Director of Health & Physical Activity

Bristol-based Office (Hybrid) – 37 hours per week

Up to £45,262 + Benefits

Wesport (West of England Sport Trust) helps people and communities benefit from the transformative power of physical activity. The Charity supports organisations to improve the delivery of sport and physical activity initiatives across the region.

Wesport aims to inspire active lives, creating the conditions wherever possible to help everyone move more. They look to establish conditions for long-term change, creating inclusive structures and enabling everyone to be physically active. The organisation collaborates with local authorities in Bath and North East Somerset, Bristol, North Somerset, and South Gloucestershire

Wesport is seeking a Director of Health & Physical Activity, a pivotal executive leadership role sitting directly below the CEO. The postholder will lead Wesport’s strategic approach across local health systems, helping embed physical activity as a driver for improved health outcomes. They will shape and hold key relationships, advocate for the role of moving more, and lead relevant teams and programmes across the West of England.

The Director will contribute to organisational strategy, lead staff, manage resources, and build collaborative approaches across sectors. They will represent Wesport locally, regionally and nationally, and oversee impactful initiatives such as Falls Prevention, Link Forward for Vanguard, and Feeling Better in South Glos.

Wesport is looking for an experienced strategic leader, with the ability to build effective working relationships and cross-sector stakeholder working, developing strong and successful partnerships to achieve positive outcomes. Experience of working with health/wellbeing, physical activity or VCSE sectors required for this role.

This is an exciting opportunity to improve lives and communities in the West of England through physical activity.

For further details and to apply, please contact Sandy Hinks quoting the applicable reference number: MC2585