Health, Fitness And Rehabilitation Instructor

Horder Healthcare; Waldron; On-site; GBP 29,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

Horder Healthcare in Crowborough is seeking a Health & Fitness Rehabilitation Instructor to join our MSK and Therapy team. You will lead rehabilitation and fitness programmes, design personalized plans, and help patients regain strength and confidence.

The role requires BASRaT registration and a Level 2 Pilates qualification, plus experience delivering exercise classes. You will work with physiotherapists and support learning within the team.

Qualifications

• Registration with BASRaT or equivalent professional body.
• Qualified Pilates Instructor (Level 2 Matwork and Standing).
• Experience delivering exercise classes and progressing rehabilitation programmes.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work independently while managing a variety of client needs and conditions, including musculoskeletal and neurological presentations.
• Flexible, proactive approach with a commitment to continuous improvement.

Responsibilities

• Deliver engaging, high-quality rehabilitation and health-focused exercise classes.
• Design and supervise tailored exercise programmes for patients and community clients.
• Support individuals returning to sport or activity following injury or treatment.
• Conduct assessments and risk evaluations to ensure safe participation.
• Work collaboratively with physiotherapists and the wider multidisciplinary team to achieve the best outcomes for patients.
• Maintain accurate clinical records and contribute to service audits and quality improvement initiatives.
• Help maintain a safe, welcoming and well-equipped therapy gym environment.
• Actively contribute to the development and promotion of rehabilitation services.
• Support students and contribute to a positive learning culture within the team.
• Additional opportunities may be available for one-to-one exercise therapy, strength and conditioning programmes, and sports massage services.

Skills

BASRaT registration

Pilates instructor Level 2

Experience delivering exercise classes

Excellent communication skills

Independent working

Flexibility

Education

Pilates Level 2 Matwork & Standing

Tools

IT skills

Job description

Location: Crowborough
Salary: Up to £32,491.91
Department: Physiotherapy
Reporting to: MSK Service Lead

Help People Move Better, Feel Stronger and Live Healthier Lives

Are you passionate about rehabilitation, exercise therapy and helping people achieve their physical goals? We're looking for an enthusiastic Health & Fitness Rehabilitation Instructor to join our expert Musculoskeletal (MSK) and Therapy team.

This is an exciting opportunity to work within a highly respected healthcare environment, delivering rehabilitation and fitness programmes that support patients recovering from injury, surgery and long-term conditions, while also helping members of the local community improve their health and wellbeing.

You'll lead a variety of rehabilitation and exercise classes, develop personalised programmes, and play a key role in motivating individuals to build confidence, strength and independence.

What You'll Be Doing

• Deliver engaging, high-quality rehabilitation and health-focused exercise classes.
• Design and supervise tailored exercise programmes for patients and community clients.
• Support individuals returning to sport or activity following injury or treatment.
• Conduct assessments and risk evaluations to ensure safe participation.
• Work collaboratively with physiotherapists and the wider multidisciplinary team to achieve the best outcomes for patients.
• Maintain accurate clinical records and contribute to service audits and quality improvement initiatives.
• Help maintain a safe, welcoming and well-equipped therapy gym environment.
• Actively contribute to the development and promotion of rehabilitation services.
• Support students and contribute to a positive learning culture within the team.

Additional opportunities may be available for suitably qualified candidates to provide one-to-one exercise therapy, strength and conditioning programmes, and sports massage services.

About You

We're looking for someone who is motivated, adaptable and passionate about delivering excellent patient care.

Essential Requirements

• Registration with The British Association of Sports Rehabilitators and Trainers (BASRaT) or equivalent professional body.
• Qualified Pilates Instructor (Level 2 Matwork and Standing).
• Experience delivering exercise classes and progressing rehabilitation programmes.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work independently while managing a variety of client needs and conditions, including musculoskeletal and neurological presentations.
• Flexible, proactive approach with a commitment to continuous improvement.

Desirable Skills & Experience

• Experience working within an MSK outpatient, rehabilitation or orthopaedic setting.
• Knowledge of exercise prescription, progression and clinical reasoning models.
• Evidence of ongoing professional development.
• Strong IT skills.
• Sports massage and/or strength and conditioning experience.

Why Join Us?

You'll become part of a supportive and experienced therapy team that is passionate about delivering outstanding care and helping people achieve their rehabilitation goals. We invest in our people through ongoing professional development opportunities, clinical support and a collaborative working environment where your expertise is valued.