Work base: Conwy County
An opportunity has arisen for a suitably qualified and dedicated Exercise Professional to join our team within Conwy’s Leisure Services Department.
The National Exercise Referral Scheme (NERS) is a chronic condition prevention and management programme which aims to improve the health and wellbeing of sedentary and inactive adults who are at risk of developing or who have an existing chronic condition. It provides a 16-week programme of physical activity to individuals referred by NHS health professionals, using behaviour change techniques to embed positive physical activity habits.
Once referred, patients that meet the criteria are invited to their local leisure centre for an initial assessment with a qualified exercise referral professional. They will be offered a tailored, supervised exercise programme for 16 weeks and their progress will be reviewed at key points.
As an Exercise Professional you will play an integral role in the delivery of the Exercise Referral programme in Conwy. The post holder will conduct initial consultations and ongoing reviews with all clients; supervise gym sessions; and facilitate group exercise classes as part of the role.
A recognised Exercise Referral qualification is essential for this post.
Due to the nature of the role, this post is subject to a satisfactory Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check.
Manager details for informal discussion:
Roxana Coleson, NERS Supervisor (01492576134 / Roxana.coleson@conwy.gov.uk)
Welsh Language Skills: The ability to communicate in Welsh is desirable for this post. We are committed to our Welsh language and are proud of our Welsh culture. We welcome applications in both Welsh and English and application forms received in either language will not be treated less favourably than each other. We’re passionate about supporting and encouraging you to use your Cymraeg whatever your level. We offer free classes at all levels, in-person and on-line to support you.
Conwy is committed to safeguarding. Qualifications and references will be verified.
We are a Disability Confident Employer. If you have declared a disability in your application, we guarantee an interview if you evidence that you meet the essential criteria of the job in your application (requirements marked with an ‘E’ on the Person Specification).