Contract Type: Fixed term 12 months, Part time

Working hours: 20 hours per week

Salary: £13,957 per annum + Excellent Benefits

Here at Shropshire Leisure Trust our goal is to encourage active, healthy lifestyles in an environment that is safe, warm, clean, friendly and fun. To be the destination of choice for being part of an active community, whilst helping you to make MORE of every day’ To deliver those services takes an enthusiastic and customer focused team - and right now we are looking to recruit for a Healthy Lives Coach to join us.

The purpose of the role will be to develop a new approach to our GP Exercise on Referral Programme - ‘Healthy Lives’ and ensure it is sustainable. You will inspire our Healthy Lives members to achieve their goals, delivering individual/ Group exercise programmes. At all times you will help create a community orientated environment and always deliver excellent customer service 

The reason for the role is to simplify our approach to Social Prescribing and GP Exercise on Referral into one programme, pilot delivery and ensure it is self-funding. You will be part of an expert team of Health and Fitness Professionals and report directly into the Community Engagement Lead

You will be surrounded by like-minded individuals who will share your passion for leisure, and we will offer a safe, fun, and professional working environment with excellent development opportunities.  

Serco manages these facilities on a day-to-day basis on behalf of the Trust.

What you'll need to do the role

To be considered for this role you will have previous experience of working in the health and fitness industry.

It’s essential that you hold a level 3 GP exercise referral, a level 2 Fitness instructor and level 3 personal instructor

If you feel you meet the above criteria, please apply today!

Why join us

A place you can make an impact: Working within Leisure means that you’ll play a critical role in ensuring that the communities we serve receive exceptional service and you’ll help to provide our local communities with a safe and fun environment to stay healthy and connected to others. 

A world of opportunity: It takes a diverse team to support our Leisure business and we’re big on internal progression. So, whether you specialise your skills, undertake additional training or progress into senior management you’ll find all the opportunity you need to evolve your career. 

A place for you: Our staff are dedicated to providing the best possible service for our customers and we welcome those who take similar pride in their work. 

What we offer 

• Free membership at the Centre plus heavily discounted use of classes and facilities
• Free safeguarding training and DBS check 
• Excellent Development and Training Opportunities  
• 6% employer matched pension contribution
• Up to 21 days annual leave + public holidays (Pro Rata)
• Life assurance up to 2x base salary
• For all Leisure benefits please see Employee Benefits (moreleisure.com)

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