Sessional Fitness Instructor
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We are looking for a passionate and motivated Fitness Instructor to join our Therapy Services team on a sessional basis at Hayes Grove Hospital. This is a unique opportunity to make a meaningful difference by supporting patients within a mental health setting, using physical activity as a key part of their recovery and wellbeing journey.
Why join [Employer hidden — view at passion-project.co.uk] as a Sessional Fitness Partner?
At [Employer hidden], you’ll be part of a compassionate, multidisciplinary team committed to delivering personalised, evidence-based care that helps people move forward with confidence and build healthier, more fulfilling lives.
You will play a key role in patients’ recovery, contributing to assessment, treatment planning, and therapeutic delivery, while working within strong clinical governance frameworks.
- Deliver safe, engaging 1:1 and group fitness sessions tailored to individual patient needs
- Complete risk assessments and develop personalised fitness plans in collaboration with the therapy team
- Maintain accurate and timely clinical records and progress notes
- Work alongside clinicians in MDT meetings and case discussions where required
- Ensure all fitness equipment is safe, maintained, and compliant with regulations
- Contribute to service development, including reviewing and adapting fitness provision based on demand
- Support data collection for audit and service improvement
What you'll bring to the role
- Level 3 Fitness Instructor qualification (Advanced Instructor)
- REPs (or CIMSPA) registration
- Valid First Aid & CPR certification
- Strong understanding of fitness, health, and nutrition
- Experience delivering fitness programmes, ideally within a healthcare, education, or rehabilitation setting
- Excellent communication and motivational skills, with the ability to engage individuals with diverse needs
What we will give you in return
Starting out or expanding in private practice can feel daunting. Partnering with [Employer hidden] removes much of that burden while preserving your professional independence.
- Competitive sessional rates with active patient flow
- Autonomy – you manage your own caseload
- Flexible workload – typically 8–15 sessions per week (more or fewer by choice)
- Hybrid working – on-site sessions with the option to continue online where appropriate
- Background checks – DBS and regulatory checks covered by [Employer hidden]
- On-site benefits – free or discounted parking and subsidised meals at many locations
If you’re committed to making a difference and want to work flexibly within a supportive, professional environment, we’d love to hear from you.
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