Job Description

We have an excellent career opportunity for the role of

Young Persons Fitness Coach

to join our team here at

Aaban

based at our locations in Accrington, BB5 postcode.

Pay

: We have an excellent pay rate of between 26,500 - 29,400 per year depending on experience.

Contract

: Full time or part time.

Benefits:

28 days annual leave Employee assistance programme Payment for DBS application Free car parking Workplace pension Aaban is a unique in-patient mental health service for young people that blends psychological, psychotherapeutic and psychosocial support with pharmacological treatment We are a fully integrated multi-disciplinary health and social care service that is entirely focused on supporting young people to achieve long-term, sustainable and imaginative treatment plans A very rewarding role in the sense that you are able to see the progression and support recovery

The role

: Do you have a passion for sports, health and wellbeing and want to share that with the next generation? Sport and exercise can have a positive impact on our lives and in some cases change people's lives!

We are looking for a confident Fitness instructor/Sports Coach with both a passion for delivering outstanding service and an interest in mental health care.

Aaban provides high quality specialist mental health services in Oswaldtwistle for young people aged 12-18 who are experiencing mental health difficulties.

At Aaban you'll have the chance to make a real impact on the people we care for. You'll be working across all our units, and this position could be part time or full time.

Day to day:

Assist in planning and facilitating a broad range of needs-led individual and group fitness, exercise and leisure sessions, accommodating each young person's interests. Show an understanding of mental illness and how this may impact young people's physical health. Be responsible for risk assessments of the spaces used for physical activity and have an awareness of the daily risks presented by each young person prior to each physical activity engagement. Actively contribute to reviews and meetings, working collaboratively with MDT colleagues in the planning and delivery of young persons fitness programmes To input notes into nourish contemporaneously and contribute to nursing Summary reports as and when appropriate. Assist young people in establishing effective fitness/wellness goals and develop the most effective training plan to achieve those goals. Teach & supervise young people to ensure they are exercising safely and effectively. Use your initiative and creativity in developing fitness session and physical exercise for young people who may be difficult to engage. Set up groups and teams to engage the young people in small groups sports such as football, rounders etc Support young people in accessing our on site Gym and create safe and bespoke fitness plans for the young people.

Your experience:

Experienced or newly qualified trainer with a REPs Level 3 Qualification in Fitness Instructing awarded by: CIMSPA, Active IQ, CYQ, VTCT, YMCA or City and Guilds. Current and in date Safeguarding & First Aid Training (desirable) Valid DBS clearance - DBS can be processed on successful appointment of the position. Experience in working with people who have mental health problems is desirable. Be skilled at motivating people with compassion to engage in exercise in order to support their physical and mental health. Highly organised, with a positive attitude Proactive ability to problem solve Positive in your approach to working with challenging behaviours Experienced in planning, resourcing & carrying out events & activities Can take a "hands on" approach Excellent communication and presentation skills
If you have any questions or would like some further information on the role, please

'APPLY'

now and we can arrange a phone call at your earliest convenience.

We can't wait to hear from you.

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Job Types: Full-time, Part-time

Pay: 26,500.00-29,400.00 per year

Expected hours: 16 - 37.5 per week

Benefits:

Company events Company pension On-site parking
Schedule:

Monday to Friday
Application question(s):

Can you make your way to our location in Accrington? Please add any details here as to why this role is suited to you and your experience and personality.
Experience:

fitness coaching: 1 year (required)
Licence/Certification:

Level 3 Qualification in Fitness Instructing (required)
Work Location: In person