Gym & Physical Activity Instructor (Mental Health)

Nottinghamshire Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust; Nottingham; On-site; GBP 23,000 - 29,000; Full time

Job summary

Nottinghamshire Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust is seeking a capable fitness instructor to lead physical activity delivery for patients, provide gym access, run sport sessions in the hospital facilities, and collaborate with ward Occupational Therapists to widen pathways from hospital to community activity.

You will hold a Level 2 fitness or gym instructor qualification, plus sport/exercise coaching knowledge and GCSEs in Maths and English.

Qualifications

• Level 2 fitness or gym instructor qualification is required.
• GCSE/GCSE or equivalent in Maths and English.
• Knowledge of a range of sporting activities.
• Experience working with individuals with mental health needs.
• Strong communication and negotiating skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead on the provision of physical activity and safe access to the gym.
• Develop pathways from hospital settings into community activity.
• Educate and supervise staff in supervising gym programmes.
• Be a team member contributing to the activity and treatment programme.
• Develop, deliver and evaluate the physical activity offered.

Skills

Motivating others

Team player

Good communication

Negotiation skills

Independent worker

Adaptable

Education

Level 2 fitness or gym instructor qualification

GCSE in Maths and English

Sport/exercise coaching qualification

Job description

Nottinghamshire Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust is seeking a capable fitness instructor to lead physical activity delivery for patients, provide gym access, run sport sessions in the hospital facilities, and collaborate with ward Occupational Therapists to widen pathways from hospital to community activity.

You will hold a Level 2 fitness or gym instructor qualification, plus sport/exercise coaching knowledge and GCSEs in Maths and English.