Sports, Recreation and Exercise Instructor

Rehab Enterprises Limited; Connacht; On-site; EUR 36,000 - 43,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Pension Scheme

Paid maternity/paternity/adoption-leav

Educational leave

24 days annual leave

Bike to work scheme

Tax saver travel scheme

Income protection

Unpaid leave

Health and Wellbeing programme

Digital Doctor

Financial support for studying and -/0

Long Service Reward Scheme

Sick leave

Employee Assistance Programme (EAP)

Job summary

The Rehab Group in Mayo seeks a Sports, Recreation and Exercise Instructor to train and develop learners under QQI Level 4/5 Sport and Recreation and EHFA Level 3 Fitness Instruction. This permanent, full-time post is based at the Drumconlan training site and requires delivering a structured local programme.

The role focuses on learner progression, safety and curriculum adherence, with the aim of guiding individuals toward further education or employment.

Qualifications

• Third level qualification in Health and Leisure with IT competency.
• QQI Level 6 Train the Trainer or equivalent.
• Experience with learners in education, guidance or developmental contexts.
• Experience delivering QQI Level 4/5 Sport and Recreation and EHFA Level 3 Fitness Instruction.

Responsibilities

• Deliver QQI Level 4/5 Sport and Recreation modules and related certifications.
• Instruct modules in Gym Instruction, Pool Lifeguard, Swim Teaching.
• Collaborate with stakeholders to manage programme allocations.
• Support learners in reviewing goals and exploring future education/employment.

Skills

IT competency

Curriculum delivery

Learner guidance

Education

Third level qualification

Train the Trainer QQI Level 6

Experience with Learners

Job description

Job Description

The Rehab Group

With over 270 locations across the Republic of Ireland, Rehab Group has deep roots in communities nationwide. Every day, individuals, families, local businesses, schools, clubs and community groups experience the impact of Rehab’s work. This role will help turn that goodwill, connection and lived experience into a strong, sustainable community fundraising programme.

Job Title: Sports, Recreation and Exercise Instructor

Permanent, 36 hours per week.

Breaffy Rd, Drumconlan, Castlebar, Co. Mayo, F23 AY11

Salary starting from €35,740.34 - €43,319.87, based on experience, qualifications and experience.

Job Purpose

The Instructor is responsible for the training and development of Learners in accordance with the agreed local training programme specifications, together with the day-to-day running and maintenance of all aspects of the training programme. The Instructor assists Learners with additional support needs in exploring their future career and educational direction and in making realistic vocational choices with a view to progressing to further education/employment.

Minimum Education & Experience Required

• Third level qualification, preferably within the Health and Leisure Sector to include competency in Information Technology
• A relevant qualification - Train the Trainer QQI Level 6 as a minimum.
• A number of years relevant occupational experience of working with Learners in educational, guidance and/or developmental contexts
• Provide systematic training according to specified curricula, with responsibility for the instruction of QQI Level 4 and 5 Sport and Recreation and EHFA Level 3 Fitness Instruction.

Job Duties & Responsibilities

• Provide systematic training according to specified curricula, with responsibility for the instruction of a number of modules for QQI Level 4 and 5 certification
• Provide systematic training according to specified curricula, with responsibility for the instruction of a number of modules in Gym Instruction, Pool Lifeguard, Swim Teaching.
• As part of a team liaise appropriately with relevant key stakeholders in maintaining programme allocations
• Assist Learners in reviewing previous experiences and exploring future goals, using a range of occupational interest, educational and problem solving techniques
• Apply all standards and procedures relating to Health and Safety Acts and maintain the highest levels of safety

Staff Benefits

• Pension Scheme
• Paid maternity/paternity/adoption leave
• Educational leave
• 24 days annual leave
• Bike to work scheme
• Tax saver travel scheme
• Income protection
• Unpaid leave
• Health and Wellbeing programme
• Digital Doctor
• Financial support for studying and study leave
• Long Service Reward Scheme
• Sick leave
• Employee Assistance Programme (EAP)

Closing Date

Please submit your application to this post by 01/11/2026

These duties and responsibilities are a reflection of the present service requirements and may be subject to review and amendment to meet the changing needs of the services.

The Rehab Group is an equal opportunity employer