Physical Activity and Health Officer (Female Health)

Derby County Community Trust; Derby; On-site; GBP 24,000 - 27,000; Full time

Job summary

A community sports charity in Derby is seeking a Female Physical Activity and Health Officer to develop and deliver programmes focusing on women's health issues like menopause and endometriosis. The role involves engaging with the community, delivering workshops, and providing tailored support. A successful candidate will have experience in women's health and the ability to motivate and inspire, with a commitment to improving community well-being. This full-time role offers a competitive salary and generous benefits.

Benefits

Opportunities for professional development

24/7 Employee Assistance helpline

Free access to Health & Fitness Sessions

28 days’ leave, increasing with service

Qualifications

• Experience working with diverse communities and engaging underrepresented groups.
• Ability to develop relationships with specific target groups.
• Demonstrable understanding of women's health issues.

Responsibilities

• Support the design and delivery of a targeted female health and wellbeing programme.
• Deliver group-based workshops on menopause and physical activity.
• Manage caseload of clients, providing tailored support.

Skills

Experience in delivering health and wellbeing programmes

Ability to inspire and motivate others towards behavioural change

Understanding of menopause and endometriosis

Empathetic and person-centred approach

Education

Level 3 Personal Trainer

Level 3 GP Referral

Relevant qualification in health promotion or related field

Job description

Role: Physical Activity and Health Officer (Female Health)
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 25,000 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. We have an exciting opportunity for a Female Physical Activity and Health Officer to support the development and delivery of a targeted women’s health programme. This role will focus on key areas such as menopause, endometriosis, and pelvic health, aiming to empower women through education, support, and lifestyle interventions.
Our values underpin everything we deliver as a charity you will be responsible for modelling these values through yourself and your work. Alignment to our values is key to being successful in this role, along with excellent communication, good IT skills and the ability to work within a multi-disciplinary team.
Using your experience working with women (particularly engaging those deemed as hard to reach) and a demonstrable understanding of menopause and endometriosis (and their impact on women’s health), you will work as part of a team delivering health interventions with the aim to empower women through education, support, and lifestyle interventions.
You will be qualified Mental Health First Aider, ideally with either a level 3 Personal Trainer or GP Referral qualification and possess an ability to demonstrate an empathetic and person-centred approach with the ability to inspire and motivate women towards behavioural change.
Key Responsibilities
• Support the design and delivery of a targeted female health and wellbeing programme.
• Engage and recruit women across the community to participate in the programme.
• Deliver group-based workshops and one-to-one sessions on topics including menopause, endometriosis, pelvic health, physical activity, nutrition, and lifestyle.
• Manage a caseload of clients, providing tailored support and regular follow-up.
• Use evidence-based behavioural change models to support participants in achieving their individual health and wellbeing goals.
• Collaborate with local health professionals, community organisations, and stakeholders to enhance programme delivery.
• Monitor and evaluate participant progress, maintaining accurate records and reporting outcomes.
• Gather feedback to support the continuous improvement of the programme.
• Design and implement a peer-led initiative that empowers women to become volunteers and peer support educators.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Level 3 personal Trainer (Desirable)
Level 3 GP referral (Desirable)
Exercise instructor (Desirable)
Relevant qualification in health promotion, public health, physical activity or related field (Desirable)
Experience
Experience in delivering health and wellbeing programmes, ideally with a focus on women’s health (Essential)
An understanding of menopause, endometriosis, pelvic health, and related issues prevalent to women (Desirable)
Experience working with diverse communities and engaging underrepresented groups (Essential)
Experience working in partnership with internal and external agencies and organisations (Essential)
Ability to identify, contact and develop relationships with specific target groups to engage them onto the programme (Essential)
Experience developing peer-led or volunteer programmes (Desirable)
Ability to demonstrate an empathetic and person-centred approach (Essential)
Ability to inspire and motivate others towards behavioural change (Essential)
An understanding of how physical activity has a positive impact on individuals health and wellbeing (Desirable)
Benefits
• Salary band (Grade 3) of £24,656.21 with progression to £26,102.69
• Opportunities for professional development
• Supportive and collaborative team environment
• Excellent CPD, training and development opportunities
• 24/7 Employee Assistance helpline
• Cash health plan
• Death in service benefit (3x salary)
• Free access to Derby County Community Trust Health & Fitness Sessions
• 2 complimentary DCFC season tickets
• 20% discount at DCFC Megastore
• 28 days’ leave (including bank holidays), increasing by 1 day for each completed year of service up to a maximum of 33 days (including bank holidays)
• Annual Christmas shutdown (no annual leave required)
Contract length: 24-month fixed term contract, full time
Closing date: 15th of August
Shortlisting: 18th August
Interviews: 2nd September
Pay: Grade 3 £24,656.21- £26,102.69 per year
Work Location: In person