Job summary
An exciting opportunity is available for a passionate, enthusiastic, dynamic,
and motivated Physical Activity Referral Specialist. This role will contribute
to the provision and coordination of the Westminster Physical Activity Referral
Specialist PARS.
The role will use behaviour change methods to help to support adults
18+ with long terms conditions to be physically active delivering 1 to 1 support
and group exercises from one of the leisure centres on the framework.
We would like to hear from you if you have the following
skills and experience
Delivering one to one and
group interventions for adults who may have health conditions, with potential
co-morbidities and complex needs.
Have an understanding of
behaviour change
Appropriate qualifications Level 3 GP referral Instructor CIMPSA or REPS registered and Level 4 Obesity
and Diabetes desirable or Level 4 Cardiac Rehabilitation desirable
Minimum of two years
experience
Excellent organisation and
communication skills
Main duties of the job
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 guideline
Champion in role and take personal
responsibility for all hygiene, health and safety policy and procedure
relevant to position, while on shift
About us
Welcome toEveryone Health.
Everyone Health offers a behaviour change approach to improving the health of local communities. We do this by providing dynamic and bespoke healthy lifestyle services to partners across the sector and deliver effective prevention and treatment services.
Job description
Job responsibilities
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.
Job description
Job responsibilities
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.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Level 3 Exercise Referral Instructor
Desirable
- Level 4 Obesity and Diabetes
- Mental Health First Aider
- Emergency First Aider
- Degree qualified
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Level 3 Exercise Referral Instructor
Desirable
- Level 4 Obesity and Diabetes
- Mental Health First Aider
- Emergency First Aider
- Degree qualified
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.
