As an Apprentice, you will work as part of the Thriving Nottingham team, supporting local residents to make positive and sustainable changes to their health and wellbeing. You will gain valuable experience delivering adult weight management and physical activity programmes, while developing your knowledge and skills in health improvement, behaviour change and community engagement.
Your key responsibilities will include:
● Supporting the delivery of evidence-based adult weight management and physical activity group sessions, covering key areas of health and wellbeing, including nutrition, movement, mental wellbeing, sleep and alcohol awareness.
● Motivating, inspiring and supporting individuals to lose weight, become more physically active and adopt healthier lifestyle habits through a professional, knowledgeable and empathetic approach.
● Supporting individuals to work towards their health improvement goals, including setting realistic and achievable SMART goals that consider their individual circumstances, health needs, lifestyles and motivations.
● Working collaboratively with local communities across Nottingham to co-produce and develop Move More groups that reflect the needs and interests of residents, helping to create opportunities for people to become more physically active.
● Helping to create a welcoming, inclusive and supportive environment, ensuring clients have a positive and safe experience when accessing our services.
● Accurately recording and monitoring client information, attendance and progress to help us understand the impact of our programmes.
● Working alongside colleagues across Thrive Tribe's services, contributing to new projects, partnership opportunities and service developments.
● Building positive relationships with community organisations and external partners to help promote our services and improve access to health and wellbeing opportunities.
● Following organisational policies and procedures, including Information Governance and Clinical Governance requirements.
● Demonstrating the values and ethos of Thrive Tribe in your day-to-day work, helping to create a positive and supportive culture across the organisation.
Desired Skills
• Good verbal and written communication skills, with the confidence to communicate with people from a range of backgrounds. • A genuine interest in health, fitness and wellbeing, and a desire to help others improve their health. • A friendly, approachable and empathetic manner, with the ability to build positive relationships. • Good organisational skills and the ability to manage tasks effectively. • Reliability, enthusiasm and a willingness to learn and develop new skills. • The ability to work independently as well as contribute positively to a team. • Confidence to engage with local communities and develop relationships with external organisations and partners. • A proactive and positive attitude, with the ability to motivate and encourage others.
Personal qualities
More than anything, we are looking for a team player who puts their heart into their work. We’ve got some core values that run through everything we do, and we’d love it if they resonate with you too!
Be the change
You like helping people. You’ll be working with those who need help the most, empowering them to make positive changes to thrive.
Be effective
You’re patient and can adapt under pressure. Always happy to make time for other people, and have a great attitude.
Be happy
You recognise the power of a smile. You value a fun, supportive workplace and want to come to work raring to go (check out our rating on Glassdoor).
Be successful
You are motivated and driven. Happy working solo or as part of a team, you love meeting targets and will be given opportunities to contribute and develop your career.
Be big-hearted
You want to make a difference. Working with a like-minded team of optimistic people, you want to engage in meaningful work and change lives.
Qualifications required
● GCSE English and Maths (or equivalent).
● Level 2 Gym Instructor qualification or equivalent. Candidates who do not currently hold this qualification may be supported to achieve it as part of their development, subject to suitability for the role.
● First Aid qualification (desirable).
Future prospects
This apprenticeship will provide an excellent foundation for a future career within the health, fitness and wellbeing industry.
You will gain practical experience, develop recognised qualifications and build skills in health improvement, behaviour change, physical activity delivery and community engagement.
On successful completion, there may be opportunities to progress into roles within adult health improvement, physical activity, health coaching or community wellbeing, depending on available opportunities and individual development.
Training to be delivered
Community Sport and Health Officer Apprenticeship L3 including Functional Skills in Maths and English
Employer
Thriving Nottingham
Address
2 Arkwright Street
Nottinghamshire
Nottingham
NG2 2GD
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