Gym Instructor Volunteer - Male Ward (Sandwell)

Black Country Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust; West Bromwich; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading healthcare organization in the UK is seeking a volunteer to support patients on the male ward by providing gym sessions and participating in training. The ideal candidate will have a Level 2 Gym Instructor qualification, reside in the Black Country area, and be over 18 years of age. This role requires a reliable commitment for at least 6 months, with travel expenses reimbursed and opportunities for further training.

Benefits

Training and induction

One-to-one support meetings

Reference for future employment

Travel expenses paid

Further training opportunities

Qualifications

• Over 18 years of age.
• Reliable commitment to a regular volunteer schedule.
• Reside in the Black Country area.

Responsibilities

• Support patients on the male ward in using gym equipment.
• Provide voluntary gym sessions based on availability.
• Commit to a minimum of 6 months of volunteering.

Skills

Good communication skills

Friendly and welcoming demeanor

Basic computer skills

Education

Level 2 Gym Instructor qualification

Job description

Responsibilities

• Support patients on the male ward in using gym equipment.
• Shadow with staff and participate in training on risks and use of alarms.
• Provide voluntary gym sessions, either one session or multiple sessions per week, depending on availability.
• Commit to a minimum of 6 months of volunteering to maintain consistency for patients.
• Be able to travel to Hallam Street Hospital (travel expenses reimbursed).

How we can support you

• Training and induction.
• One-to-one support meetings.
• Reference for future employment.
• Travel expenses paid.
• Further training opportunities.
• Support to learn new skills and gain experience.
• Create a plan together to meet your volunteering goals.

Requirements & Qualifications

• Level 2 Gym Instructor qualification recognised by CIMPSA.
• Male only applicants.
• Reliable commitment to a regular volunteer schedule.
• Reside in the Black Country area within a reasonable travel distance.
• Over 18 years of age.
• Friendly and welcoming, with good communication and rapport-building skills.
• Able to follow confidentiality policy and maintain professional boundaries.
• Enthusiastic and keen to improve patients’ experiences and wellbeing.
• Proficient with basic computer skills (email, databases, other software).
• Will undergo a Standard or Enhanced DBS check as required.

Our Trust Values

Caring: We care for everyone as individuals, being compassionate, empathetic, and kind with a willingness to help.

Working Together: We work together in partnership, being inclusive by understanding and valuing others to achieve the best results for everyone.

Integrity: We act with transparency and honesty; respecting and valuing others to do the right thing at the right time for everyone.

We are committed to building a workforce and culture that reflects our varied population and to create a culture of belonging. We always engage and involve when making key decisions, regardless of role or level.

About Black Country Healthcare

Black Country Healthcare is a major provider of NHS mental health services for more than a million people across Dudley, Sandwell, Walsall and Wolverhampton. We provide adult and older adult mental health services, specialist learning disabilities services, mental health services for children and young people, and community healthcare for children, young people and families in Dudley. We are rated Good by the Care Quality Commission, and many of our staff have won awards for their work.