Job Description

Are you high energy? Fun? Good with people and super positive? That person who commands an audience?

If you are, we have a flexible and part-time role as a Sports Activity Leader to keep you busy and engaged!

We are recruiting people who are looking to deliver our revolutionary 'Adapted Seated Sports' sessions in the local community from a few hours a week up to 20.

This role is very popular amongst retired/semi retired professionals, parents looking for work within school hours, sports coaches & gyms instructors, drama students/performing arts students and anyone with confidence and pizazz.

So what is RISE?

Rise.Life aims to help vulnerable adults and children across Colchester, Tendring and Braintree with limited mobility, get active, have fun and improve their wellbeing and fitness through our unique 'adapted seated sports' programme, which enables people to experience the joy of games while playing and competing together.

As a Sports Activity Leader, you will be responsible for planning and leading various sporting activities for participants. You will provide instruction, guidance, and support to ensure a safe and enjoyable experience for all. Your creativity, communication skills, and ability to connect with others will be essential in creating a positive environment.

As these are seated adapted sports there is no need to be a 'sporty' person. The most important thing is your ability to lead sessions that provide a positive, fun and engaging experience.

We primarily work in Care Homes and Community Centres, working with groups to provide a fun and memorable session over the course of an hour.

Duties of the Sports Activity Leader:

Plan and lead engaging activities for participants across varying care settings Provide instructions and guidance to participants in various activities Ensure the safety and well-being of all participants during activities Set up and clean up activity areas before and after each session Maintain accurate records of participant attendance and progress Collaborate with other staff members to create a positive and inclusive environment
Experience required for the Sports Activity Leader role:

Previous experience in a care, sports or educational setting is preferred Strong communication and interpersonal skills Ability to work well with individuals of all ages and backgrounds Knowledge of different activity types and techniques
Perks and Benefits:

Sessions: 22 per session (sessions last an hour) Milage: 35p per mile Travel Time in between sessions: 12.21 per hour
Hours of work are typically between 10am to 4pm. As it stands we are looking to offer 5+ hours per week with a view to building up your hours to 20 per week.

Applicants must have their own transport and will be required to complete an enhanced DBS.

Job Type: Part-time

Pay: 15.00 per hour

Benefits:

Company pension Free parking On-site parking
Schedule:

Monday to Friday
Application question(s):

Where are you based/located? This role requires you to be confident, positive and engaging. Is that you? Please provide your email address Do you understand that this is a part time role? We will be starting candidates on 5 hours per week with the max of 20 hours per week to be offered further down the line.
Licence/Certification:

Driving Licence (required)
Work Location: On the road

Reference ID: ALEAD