Physical Activity Lead
Norwood is the oldest Jewish charity in the UK. We support vulnerable children and their families facing challenges and anyone with a learning disability and autism. Norwood supports more than 2,500 people each year, giving them the tools they need to live the most fulfilling lives they can. We are recruiting a full time Physical Activity Lead to join the Complimentary services team within the Ravenswood Sports and Physical Activity Team. We offer sessions for Adults with Physical and Learning Disabilities, all within a semi-rural residential village environment in Crowthorne.
- Location
- Crowthorne, Berkshire, RG45 6BQ
- Contact Name
- Hayley Wardlaw
- Contact Telephone
- 02045582663
- Contact Email
- hayley.wardlaw@norwood.org.uk
- Salary
- 26,390
- Hours
- Full Time
- Contract
- Permanent
- Placed On
- Tue 6th August, 2024
- Closes
- 5:30pm - Mon 19th August, 2024
- Sport / Activity
- Cycling, Disability Sport, Swimming, Trampolining and 1 others.
- Job Reference
- Physical Activity Lead
- Interview Date
- Mon 26th August, 2024
About Physical Activity Lead
Managing a small team to deliver the sports and physical activities provision
Working closely with the Physical Activity Practitioners in conjunction with other professionals when required
Deliver and plan wellbeing and physical activity programmes (this can be facilitating group and 1:1 sessions) e.g. health walks, bike club, rebound therapy on the trampoline and guided sessions within the hydrotherapy pool
Varied administrative duties such as invoicing, keeping health and safety records up to date and liaising with external service providers
Essential Criteria for the Physical Activity Lead
- Experience working in a health care setting supporting adults with learning disabilities and autism
- Knowledge of sports and physical activity programmes
- Competent swimmer and able to support less able bodied individuals within the pool
- Positive attitude towards people with disabilities and the benefits of physical activities
- Able to work collaboratively in a multi-disciplinary team.
- A high level of commitment and enthusiasm.
- A confident and outgoing demeanour.
- A commitment to equal opportunities for all.
- A positive force for good.
Supporting Documents:
JD Physical Activity Lead July 24 (MS Word, 93.3 Kb)
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