Job summary
Are you a fitness instructor passionate about mental and physical health and wellbeing? If so, we have an exciting part time opportunity (30 hours per week) in our in-patient mental health unit in central Southampton, joining our supportive and dynamic multi-disciplinary teams working with adults with a range of mental health conditions.This is not a conventional gym instructor role, you will be using exercise as a therapeutic tool. You will be flexible, creative, resilient, able to think on your feet and adapt sessions to suit the needs and abilities of service users. You will have excellent communication and organisational skills and be approachable and encouraging. You will facilitate individual and small group sessions, completing inductions and fitness plans. Facilities include cardio machines, weights and a cable machine.Previous experience of planning and facilitation sessions, designing programmes and a keen interest in working within the mental health setting is essential.You will receive regular supervision and be supported to develop your skills in working with service users and within this environment. Collaboration is key and you will be an active part of the multi-disciplinary team.
For further details or an informal visit please contact: Gay Daley, Occupational Therapy Team Manager, Antelope House, gay.daley@southernhealth.nhs.uk Tel 02380835549
Main duties of the job
To co-ordinate and conduct exercise programmes (including individual and group sessions) for service users.To work as part of the occupational therapy service providing input to groups and sessions promoting healthy lifestyles.To work closely with the occupational therapists and the multi disciplinary teams in the unit, recognising and immediately escalating any concerns around patient deterioration or lack of progression.Responsible for recognising signs of a potentially unwell patient while under their care either in class or individual setting and escalating appropriately in a timely manner.To be responsible for the diary management of their sessions/service users.To ensure the fitness room and equipment are maintained to the agreed standard reporting issues to the Occupational Therapy team manager.
About us
Hampshire and Isle of Wight Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust is a newly established organisation, bringing together expertise from across mental health, learning disabilities, community, and physical health services. We are dedicated to delivering compassionate, high-quality, and accessible care to the diverse communities of Hampshire and the Isle of Wight.
With over 13,000 dedicated staff working across more than 300 sites, we place patients and staff at the centre of everything we do. Our goal is to create an integrated healthcare system that improves accessibility and ensures more consistent care for patients. By working together, we aim to improve patient outcomes, drive innovation, and meet the unique needs of the populations we serve.
Our Trust unites services from Southern Health, Solent NHS Trust, Isle of Wight NHS Trusts community and mental health teams, as well as Hampshire CAMHS, originally part of Sussex Partnership NHS Foundation Trust. This transformation enables us to deliver more seamless care across the region, ensuring that patients receive the right support, in the right place, at the right time.
Join us as we embark on this exciting journey to shape the future of healthcare across Hampshire and the Isle of Wight. We are deeply committed to our CARE values of compassion, accountability, respect, and excellence, and offer outstanding opportunities for career development, training, and collaborative working.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Further information about the Trust and this role can be found on the Job Description and Person Specification document attached. It is important to us that we ensure our recruitment processes are accessible and inclusive to everyone - if as a potential candidate you are concerned a person specification may prevent or restrict your application for employment as a result of unintentional barriers on the grounds of your sex, race, age, sexual orientation, religion/belief or disability please initially contact the Trust's Recruitment team - detailed in the advert. The Trust will seek to resolve this issue wherever possible.
We are happy to talk Flexible Working - all requests for flexible working options can be discussed as part of the interview process.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Further information about the Trust and this role can be found on the Job Description and Person Specification document attached. It is important to us that we ensure our recruitment processes are accessible and inclusive to everyone - if as a potential candidate you are concerned a person specification may prevent or restrict your application for employment as a result of unintentional barriers on the grounds of your sex, race, age, sexual orientation, religion/belief or disability please initially contact the Trust's Recruitment team - detailed in the advert. The Trust will seek to resolve this issue wherever possible.
We are happy to talk Flexible Working - all requests for flexible working options can be discussed as part of the interview process.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Level 2 Gym instructor,
- Level 3 or 4 Personal Training Diploma or equivalent
- First Aid Qualification
- Member of the Register of Exercise Professionals
- Appropriate Liability Insurance
Desirable
- Background in anatomy, biology, exercise physiology and sports biomechanics.
- Broad range of other qualifications (Exercise To Music, Circuit Training, Resistance equipment and free weights, Obesity and Diabetes Management)
Experience
Essential
- Proven teaching experience. Evidence of group and individual fitness instruction.
- Experienced in designing individual and group exercise programmes.
- Keen interest in mental health and wellbeing, physiotherapy, rehabilitation or health care provision
Desirable
- Experience of fitness or sports coaching.
Additional Criteria
Essential
- Able to prioritize tasks and needs of the patient.
- Able to organize self and others.
- Able to recognize when to seek help.
- Able to present information, written and orally in a clear and logical manner.
- Ability to keep accurate and legible patient notes.
- Ability to work as part of a team
- First Aid and CPR
- An understanding of the principles of equal opportunities as it relates to staff and patients and able to demonstrate personal commitment to challenging discrimination and promoting equalities
- Is able to work legally in the UK
- Is able to work with vulnerable adults
- Hold a valid up to date registration with their professional body.
Desirable
- Competent IT skills
- Presentation skills
- Background in anatomy, biology, exercise physiology and sports biomechanics and rehabilitation
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Level 2 Gym instructor,
- Level 3 or 4 Personal Training Diploma or equivalent
- First Aid Qualification
- Member of the Register of Exercise Professionals
- Appropriate Liability Insurance
Desirable
- Background in anatomy, biology, exercise physiology and sports biomechanics.
- Broad range of other qualifications (Exercise To Music, Circuit Training, Resistance equipment and free weights, Obesity and Diabetes Management)
Experience
Essential
- Proven teaching experience. Evidence of group and individual fitness instruction.
- Experienced in designing individual and group exercise programmes.
- Keen interest in mental health and wellbeing, physiotherapy, rehabilitation or health care provision
Desirable
- Experience of fitness or sports coaching.
Additional Criteria
Essential
- Able to prioritize tasks and needs of the patient.
- Able to organize self and others.
- Able to recognize when to seek help.
- Able to present information, written and orally in a clear and logical manner.
- Ability to keep accurate and legible patient notes.
- Ability to work as part of a team
- First Aid and CPR
- An understanding of the principles of equal opportunities as it relates to staff and patients and able to demonstrate personal commitment to challenging discrimination and promoting equalities
- Is able to work legally in the UK
- Is able to work with vulnerable adults
- Hold a valid up to date registration with their professional body.
Desirable
- Competent IT skills
- Presentation skills
- Background in anatomy, biology, exercise physiology and sports biomechanics and rehabilitation
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see
NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
Additional information
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see
NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
