Exercise Instructor - Respiratory Service - Pulmonary RehabilitationNHS

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Exercise Instructor (Band 3)Community Respiratory Service - Pulmonary Rehabilitation

Location: Stoke-on-Trent0.8 WTE (30 hours per week)

Are you passionate about helping people improve their health, confidence and quality of life? We are looking for a compassionate and motivated Exercise Instructor to join our Community Respiratory Service and support Pulmonary Rehabilitation programmes across Stoke-on-Trent.

What We Are Looking For While exercise instruction skills are important, we are particularly seeking individuals who can demonstrate empathy, emotional intelligence, maturity and a genuine commitment to helping people improve their health and wellbeing.

The Kind of Person Who Will Thrive in This Role Empathetic, approachable and supportive.

Comfortable working with people living with chronic health conditions.

Reliable, organised and able to work independently.

A team player who values collaborative working.

Passionate about making a difference in the local community.

Main duties of the job

About the Role You will support the delivery of evidence based Pulmonary Rehabilitation programmes under the supervision of Physiotherapists and other Allied Health Professionals. Working within community venues across Stoke-on-Trent, you will help create a safe, welcoming and supportive environment where patients feel confident to participate and achieve their goals.

Supporting and delivering Pulmonary Rehabilitation exercise sessions.

Monitoring patients during exercise and responding appropriately to concerns.

Setting up and maintaining rehabilitation equipment.

Providing encouragement, health promotion and physical activity advice.

Maintaining accurate clinical records and supporting administrative tasks.

Working closely with Physiotherapists, Nurses and Assistant Practitioners.

Job description

Essential Criteria Level 2 Sports/Fitness qualification or willingness to undertake training.

GCSE English and Maths (Grade C/4 or above) or equivalent.

Experience working within health, social care, rehabilitation or fitness environments.

Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

Ability to motivate individuals with varying levels of confidence and physical ability.

Good organisational and IT skills.

Full UK driving licence and access to a vehicle.

Ability to travel independently between community sites.

Desirable Criteria Experience delivering group exercise sessions.

Experience supporting individuals with long term health conditions.

Experience working within community healthcare settings.

Understanding of rehabilitation, behaviour change or health promotion.

Additional Information 0.8 WTE with some flexibility around working hours.

Regular travel across community locations in Stoke-on-Trent is required.

Previous applicants need not apply.

Vacancy may close early if sufficient applications are received.

Applicants must declare any use of Artificial Intelligence (AI) within their application.

About us

Come and work with us at our award-winning NHS Trust, leading the way for trying new and better ways of working to help improve life for our local communities.

We have around 9,000 staff who provide physical and mental healthcare, support for people with learning disabilities, and adult social care across Staffordshire, Stoke-on-Trent, Shropshire, and Telford & Wrekin. We also run regional and national services, including help for new parents (perinatal care), eating disorders, forensic services, sexual health, and support for people in prison with mental health, drug, or alcohol problems.

We offer great career development for both clinical and non-clinical roles, with ongoing training and support to help you learn and grow.

We are 'United in our Uniqueness' and committed to creating a workplace where everyone feels welcome and can be themselves, no matter their background or identity. We want our staff to feel supported and valued, and we aim to build a team that reflects the communities we serve. Together, we can make sure every voice is heard, and every difference is respected.

Please note, we may be required to close this vacancy early if we receive a high volume of applications

Please be aware that the use of artificial intelligence (AI) in completing application forms will be monitored to ensure fairness and transparency. If you have used AI you must state this in your application.