Exercise on Referral Instructor
| Posting date: | 20 September 2024 |
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| Salary: | £27,425.64 to £27,425.64 per year |
| Additional salary information: | £27425.64 a year |
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 04 October 2024 |
| Location: | Hinckley, LE10 3EY |
| Company: | NHS Jobs |
| Job type: | Permanent |
| Job reference: | U0129-WES01 |
Summary
Westminster Physical Activity Referral Instructor JOB DESCRIPTION MAIN PURPOSE Working on the Westminster Physical Activity Referral Service PARS helping to support adults 18 plus with long term conditions to be physically active by delivering 1to1 support and group exercise from one of the leisure centres on the framework. SUMMARY OF RESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIES Work to procedures set out in the National Quality Assurance Framework NQAF for Exercise Referral Schemes Assist the Exercise on Referral Coordinator with visits to GP surgeries, and to support the Programmes work and objectives To establish and maintain good relationships with participants, motivating and encouraging participants on the Physical Activity Referral Scheme to adhere to a regular physical activity programme Carry out pre and post scheme assessments of participants and devise appropriate activity plans for each individual Refer participants to other services where appropriate Ensure that appropriate standards of conduct are complied with at all times Assist in the communication and promotion of the schemes services Assist in the development of the Physical Activity on Referral scheme through innovative ideas Be aware of your role in managing emergencies, accident reporting and report defects as necessary Deal with complaints in a sensitive manner, promptly and politely in accordance with Everyone Active guidelines Champion in role and take personal responsibility for all hygiene, health and safety policy and procedure relevant to position, while on shift PERSON SPECIFICATION SKILLS & ABILITIES Strong Communication skills with special population groups Ability to take anthropometric measurements Ability to record and report accurate data KNOWLEDGE Knowledge and understanding of Public Health Knowledge of Behaviour Change techniques Understanding of relevant health and safety Good oral, numerical and written skills Understanding of and commitment to Equal Opportunities and managing diversity EXPERIENCE Experience as a Physical Activity Referral Instructor Desirable Experience working for Public Health services Desirable Experience supporting people to change their behaviour Experience working with people with long term health conditions QUALIFICATIONS Essential Level 3 Exercise Referral Instructor Desirable Level 4 Obesity and Diabetes Mental Health First Aider Emergency First Aider Degree qualified SPECIAL CONDITIONS Be willing to work evenings and weekends as appropriate SAFEGUARDING Everyone Health Ltd is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of the adults, young people and children who use the services. All staff have a responsibility to report any identified concerns of abuse or exploitation through the appropriate route in line with the respective policies and procedures.