Physical Activity and Health Officer

Derby County Community Trust; East Midlands; Hybrid; GBP 28,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Cash Health Plan

Life Assurance

Annual leave

Season tickets

Megastore discount

Job summary

Derby County Community Trust is seeking a motivated Physical Activity & Health Officer to support individuals in substance misuse recovery across Derbyshire. You will deliver person-centred sessions, run group activities and tailor physical activity programmes in community settings to improve wellbeing and long-term recovery.

The role requires enthusiasm for sport, strong communication skills, and the ability to work independently within a multi-disciplinary team.

Qualifications

• Must have a DBS check (enhanced)
• Experience or commitment to health & wellbeing through sport is desirable
• Ability to work with diverse communities across Derbyshire

Responsibilities

• Deliver person-centred support through 1:1 sessions, group activities and tailored programmes in community settings
• Collaborate with specialist treatment services to support substance misuse recovery
• Engage individuals to improve physical and mental health and reduce isolation

Skills

Empathy & wellbeing

Motivation & engagement

Communication & interpersonal

Understanding sport & activity impact

Independent & teamworking

Job description

Fixed-term contract – 12 months (subject to funding)

Closing date for applications: Friday 28th August 2026

Derby County Community Trust has a clear mission.We harness the power of Derby County Football Club to improve lives and communities through sport, physical activity, health and education.We help more than 40,000 people per year and our work is recognised and respected at regional and national levels. Since 2008 we have been encouraging participation and achievement in sport, improving health and wellbeing, providing and enhancing education and promoting equality and diversity.

We care about our community; we care about our people.

Derby County Community Trust is looking for a motivated and compassionate Physical Activity & Health Officer to join our Health team, supporting individuals engaged in substance misuse recovery programmes across Derbyshire.

This exciting role will use sport, physical activity and wellbeing interventions to help individuals improve their physical and mental health, build confidence, reduce isolation, and support long-term recovery.

You will work alongside specialist treatment services to deliver person-centred support through 1:1 sessions, group activities, and tailored physical activity programmes in community settings.

We are looking for someone who:

• Is passionate about helping people improve their wellbeing
• Can motivate and engage individuals from diverse backgrounds
• Has strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Understands the positive impact of sport and physical activity
• Can work independently and as part of a multi-disciplinary team

This post is subject to an enhanced DBS check.

In return we can offer:

• Cash Health Plan including 24 hour EAP, GP service, health related discounts and a discount shopping scheme
• Life Assurance scheme (minimum 3x salary benefits)
• Annual leave of 20 days per year (excluding bank holidays), increasing each year to a maximum of 25 days per year (pro-rata)
• Christmas Shutdown (in addition to annual leave)
• Complimentary season tickets for Derby County Football Club (x2 tickets)
• 20% discount in DCFC Megastore

For an informal discussion about the role, please contact Adam Rowley, Health Team Leader, at [e-mail].

Equality, Diversity & Inclusion

Derby County Community Trust believe our workforce should be as diverse as the communities we serve. We are committed to encouraging equality, diversity & inclusion throughout our workforce, and eliminating unlawful discrimination.

Safeguarding

Derby County Community Trust have a responsibility to promote the welfare of all children, young people, and adults at risk to keep them safe and is committed to working in a way that protects them. The Trust expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.

As part of the Trust’s commitment to providing a safe environment for children and young people, applicants should be aware that they will be required to apply for an Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) Criminal Record Check (CRC) as part of the recruitment process.

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Derby County Community Trust
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