Specialist Health & Exercise Instructor
| Dyddiad hysbysebu: | 12 Mawrth 2026 |
|---|---|
| Cyflog: | £10,220 bob blwyddyn, pro rata |
| Oriau: | Rhan Amser |
| Dyddiad cau: | 24 Mawrth 2026 |
| Lleoliad: | PO21 1UX |
| Gweithio o bell: | Ar y safle yn unig |
| Cwmni: | Age UK West Sussex, Brighton and Hove |
| Math o swydd: | Parhaol |
| Cyfeirnod swydd: |
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Specialist Health & Exercise Instructor
Hours: 15 hours per week worked across 3 days between Monday–Thursday.
Salary: £10,220 per annum (£25,211 FTE)
Location: The Laburnum Centre, Bognor Regis
Closing Date: 24th March 2026
About the Role
As our Specialist Health & Exercise Instructor, you’ll play a vital role in reducing health inequalities and improving wellbeing across the Arun and Chichester communities. You’ll work closely with the Lead Specialist Health & Exercise Instructor to deliver and grow our targeted physical activity programmes, supporting people with a range of health conditions including mental health challenges, fibromyalgia, obesity, diabetes, joint replacements, stroke, COPD and Parkinson’s.
You’ll help older adults feel safe, supported, motivated and welcomed, whether they’re stepping into the gym for the first time or progressing through a tailored programme. Your work will make a real, lasting difference to people’s lives.
Working Hours
This is a 15 hour per week role and hours can be flexibly spread over 3 days Monday - Thursday, whichever combination works best. We’re open to discussing arrangements for the right candidate.
What You’ll Be Doing
Supporting People to Feel Valued
• Deliver tailored physical activity programmes to improve health outcomes.
• Complete assessments, create individual exercise plans and track progress.
• Lead high quality PT sessions and group classes that build confidence.
• Provide welcoming inductions and guided support for new members.
Creating Spaces Where Everyone Feels Included
• Work with healthcare professionals and community partners to boost engagement.
• Support the growth of the Exercise Referral Programme.
• Promote a range of classes suitable for diverse needs and abilities.
• Keep accurate records on Charity Log and ensure all paperwork is up to date.
Being Passionate About Quality and Safety
• Maintain a clean, safe and welcoming gym environment.
• Complete daily equipment checks, report faults and coordinate repairs.
• Support membership growth through outreach, marketing and community activity.
• Process payments and assist with financial administration.
• Act as a First Aider and keep qualifications current.
If you feel you have the passion for the role but may not have all the skills we’d love to talk to you, so please do get in contact.
Benefits
We value our team and offer a brilliant benefits package, including:
• Flexible working options
• Ongoing professional development
• 28 days annual leave + bank holidays (pro rata for part-time roles)
• Blue Light Card eligibility
• BUPA Employee Assistance Programme (EAP)
• 4% auto-enrolment pension with life assurance
• Cycle to Work Scheme
How to Apply
To apply, please take a moment to read the full Job Description and find out more about us on our website: Welcome to Age UK West Sussex, Brighton and Hove.
Then, send us your tailored CV along with a covering letter explaining how your skills and experience match the person specification. We value creativity, initiative and authenticity — so let your personality shine through.
Please note applications without a cover letter will not be shortlisted.
Alternatively you can download our application form Age UK West Sussex, Brighton & Hove (aukwsbh) current vacancies.
As a Disability Confident Employer, we offer a guaranteed interview to disabled applicants who meet the essential criteria for the role. If this applies to you, please indicate this clearly in your application.
We are unable to accept sponsorship applications and you will need the Right to Work in the UK.
If you're successful at interview, we’ll make a verbal offer of employment, which will be subject to satisfactory references and a DBS check.
Who We Are
At Age UK West Sussex, Brighton & Hove, we’re on a mission to change the way we age. As a local, independent charity and proud network partner of the national Age UK, we’re the go-to for expert guidance and support in later life. Whether it’s tackling issues like poverty, ageism and loneliness or helping people stay healthy, independent, informed and connected - we ensure that no one has to navigate later life alone.
Through our advice services, wellbeing programmes and vibrant community centres, we empower older people with the support, companionship and activities they need to live life to the fullest. Our VIP values - Valued, Included, Passionate - drive everything we do, creating welcoming spaces where everyone feels heard and respected.
If you want to make a real difference, come and join us.
Equity, Diversity & Inclusion
We’re proud to be building a diverse and inclusive team that reflects the communities we serve. We believe in removing barriers so that everyone, regardless of background, age, or ability, has the opportunity to thrive.
As part of our commitment to the Disability Confident programme, we actively support applications from disabled candidates and ensure fair, inclusive recruitment practices. We offer a guaranteed interview to disabled applicants who meet the essential criteria for the role. We also value the experience and contributions of older workers and are committed to age-friendly employment practices that support people at every stage of life.
We encourage individuals to let us know about any reasonable adjustments they may need, whether during the application process, interviews, or in the workplace, to ensure an inclusive and accessible experience for all applicants.
If you require any adjustments during the recruitment process, or need support with your application, please let us know at recruitment@ageukwestsussex.org.uk and we’ll be in touch.
Hours: 15 hours per week worked across 3 days between Monday–Thursday.
Salary: £10,220 per annum (£25,211 FTE)
Location: The Laburnum Centre, Bognor Regis
Closing Date: 24th March 2026
About the Role
As our Specialist Health & Exercise Instructor, you’ll play a vital role in reducing health inequalities and improving wellbeing across the Arun and Chichester communities. You’ll work closely with the Lead Specialist Health & Exercise Instructor to deliver and grow our targeted physical activity programmes, supporting people with a range of health conditions including mental health challenges, fibromyalgia, obesity, diabetes, joint replacements, stroke, COPD and Parkinson’s.
You’ll help older adults feel safe, supported, motivated and welcomed, whether they’re stepping into the gym for the first time or progressing through a tailored programme. Your work will make a real, lasting difference to people’s lives.
Working Hours
This is a 15 hour per week role and hours can be flexibly spread over 3 days Monday - Thursday, whichever combination works best. We’re open to discussing arrangements for the right candidate.
What You’ll Be Doing
Supporting People to Feel Valued
• Deliver tailored physical activity programmes to improve health outcomes.
• Complete assessments, create individual exercise plans and track progress.
• Lead high quality PT sessions and group classes that build confidence.
• Provide welcoming inductions and guided support for new members.
Creating Spaces Where Everyone Feels Included
• Work with healthcare professionals and community partners to boost engagement.
• Support the growth of the Exercise Referral Programme.
• Promote a range of classes suitable for diverse needs and abilities.
• Keep accurate records on Charity Log and ensure all paperwork is up to date.
Being Passionate About Quality and Safety
• Maintain a clean, safe and welcoming gym environment.
• Complete daily equipment checks, report faults and coordinate repairs.
• Support membership growth through outreach, marketing and community activity.
• Process payments and assist with financial administration.
• Act as a First Aider and keep qualifications current.
If you feel you have the passion for the role but may not have all the skills we’d love to talk to you, so please do get in contact.
Benefits
We value our team and offer a brilliant benefits package, including:
• Flexible working options
• Ongoing professional development
• 28 days annual leave + bank holidays (pro rata for part-time roles)
• Blue Light Card eligibility
• BUPA Employee Assistance Programme (EAP)
• 4% auto-enrolment pension with life assurance
• Cycle to Work Scheme
How to Apply
To apply, please take a moment to read the full Job Description and find out more about us on our website: Welcome to Age UK West Sussex, Brighton and Hove.
Then, send us your tailored CV along with a covering letter explaining how your skills and experience match the person specification. We value creativity, initiative and authenticity — so let your personality shine through.
Please note applications without a cover letter will not be shortlisted.
Alternatively you can download our application form Age UK West Sussex, Brighton & Hove (aukwsbh) current vacancies.
As a Disability Confident Employer, we offer a guaranteed interview to disabled applicants who meet the essential criteria for the role. If this applies to you, please indicate this clearly in your application.
We are unable to accept sponsorship applications and you will need the Right to Work in the UK.
If you're successful at interview, we’ll make a verbal offer of employment, which will be subject to satisfactory references and a DBS check.
Who We Are
At Age UK West Sussex, Brighton & Hove, we’re on a mission to change the way we age. As a local, independent charity and proud network partner of the national Age UK, we’re the go-to for expert guidance and support in later life. Whether it’s tackling issues like poverty, ageism and loneliness or helping people stay healthy, independent, informed and connected - we ensure that no one has to navigate later life alone.
Through our advice services, wellbeing programmes and vibrant community centres, we empower older people with the support, companionship and activities they need to live life to the fullest. Our VIP values - Valued, Included, Passionate - drive everything we do, creating welcoming spaces where everyone feels heard and respected.
If you want to make a real difference, come and join us.
Equity, Diversity & Inclusion
We’re proud to be building a diverse and inclusive team that reflects the communities we serve. We believe in removing barriers so that everyone, regardless of background, age, or ability, has the opportunity to thrive.
As part of our commitment to the Disability Confident programme, we actively support applications from disabled candidates and ensure fair, inclusive recruitment practices. We offer a guaranteed interview to disabled applicants who meet the essential criteria for the role. We also value the experience and contributions of older workers and are committed to age-friendly employment practices that support people at every stage of life.
We encourage individuals to let us know about any reasonable adjustments they may need, whether during the application process, interviews, or in the workplace, to ensure an inclusive and accessible experience for all applicants.
If you require any adjustments during the recruitment process, or need support with your application, please let us know at recruitment@ageukwestsussex.org.uk and we’ll be in touch.
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