Falls Prevention & Balance Instructor

Trafford Leisure; Altrincham; Presencial; GBP 36.000 - 52.000; A tiempo parcial

Descripción de la vacante

Trafford Leisure is seeking a Postural Stability Instructor to support the Falls Prevention Service by delivering structured strength and balance programmes for older adults and individuals at risk of falls. You will help participants improve mobility, confidence and independence, while encouraging ongoing participation in physical activity across local communities.

You will travel to deliver sessions across Trafford, including sites in Altrincham, Sale, Urmston and Partington.

Formación

• A recognised Level 4 Postural Stability Instructor qualification.
• Valid CPR certification.
• Experience delivering falls prevention, strength and balance, or community exercise programmes.
• Knowledge of falls prevention principles and progressive strength and balance exercise.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to motivate and engage people with a range of abilities and health conditions.
• Good organisational and IT skills.
• Patient, empathetic and person-centred approach.
• Commitment to safe, inclusive and high-quality service delivery.
• Public Liability Insurance.
• Enhanced DBS check (or willingness for Trafford Leisure to arrange this).

Responsabilidades

• Deliver safe, effective and engaging strength and balance exercise sessions.
• Adapt exercises to meet the individual needs and abilities of participants.
• Monitor attendance, progress and outcomes throughout the programme.
• Maintain accurate participant records and assessment information.
• Support participants to improve confidence, mobility and independence.
• Encourage continued participation in physical activity through signposting and onward referral.
• Develop positive relationships with participants, health professionals and community partners.
• Follow safeguarding, health and safety, confidentiality and service procedures.
• Contribute to the ongoing monitoring and development of the service.

Conocimientos

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Motivation

IT skills

Organisational skills

Empathetic approach

Patient-centric

Inclusion commitment

Educación

Level 4 PSI qualification

Descripción del empleo

Trafford Leisure is seeking a Postural Stability Instructor to support the Falls Prevention Service by delivering structured strength and balance programmes for older adults and individuals at risk of falls. You will help participants improve mobility, confidence and independence, while encouraging ongoing participation in physical activity across local communities.

You will travel to deliver sessions across Trafford, including sites in Altrincham, Sale, Urmston and Partington.