Physical Activity Referral Instructor

Job description

Job responsibilities

Westminster Physical Activity Referral Instructor

JOB DESCRIPTION

MAIN PURPOSE

Working face to face on the Westminster Physical Activity Referral Service PARS helping to support adults 18 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

Person Specification

special conditions

Essential

• 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.

Desirable

• as above

Experience

Essential

• 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

Desirable

• 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

Qualifications

Essential

• Level 3 Exercise Referral Instructor Essential
• Level 4 Obesity and Diabetes Desirable
• Mental Health First Aider Desirable
• Emergency First Aider Desirable
• Degree qualified desirable

Desirable

• As Above

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).

Employer details

Employer name

Everyone Health Ltd

Address

Everyone Health Ltd

3 Watling Drive

Hinckley

Leicestershire

LE10 3EY

Employer's website

https://everyonehealth.co.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)