Locum Run Leader
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Locum Run Leader
Company: [Employer hidden — sign up to reveal]
Location: Oxford, Oxfordshire (Travel across South & Vale, Oxford City, or Cherwell & West)
Salary: £14.10 – £15.17 per hour + annual leave payment
Employment Type: Locum (Contract)
Experience Level: Entry-level
Closing Date: 6 May 2026
About the Role
[Employer hidden — sign up to reveal] supports people experiencing mental health challenges to become more active by removing barriers to sport and physical activity. As a Locum Run Leader, you will lead small group running sessions or provide one-to-one support, help participants build confidence and improve wellbeing, support individuals to set and achieve personal activity goals, and create a safe, inclusive, and supportive environment.
Essential Knowledge and Skills
- Understanding of mental health issues and the needs of those experiencing them
- Knowledge of safeguarding children and adults
- Awareness of confidentiality and GDPR principles
- Good communication and interpersonal skills
- Ability to work both independently and as part of a team
- Basic IT skills and good organisational ability
Essential Experience
- Experience supporting individuals or groups with wellbeing or mental health needs
- Ability to support people in setting and achieving personal goals
- Experience working in a team and communicating effectively
- Experience identifying and managing risk (with support where appropriate)
Desirable (but not essential)
- Experience in co-production or community-based services
- Experience with data collection and outcome tracking
- Experience networking or working with partner organisations
- Experience supporting people with multiple or complex needs
Additional Information
[Employer hidden — sign up to reveal] is committed to inclusion and welcomes applications from all sections of the community. We are unable to provide sponsorship for visa applications. A Disclosure and Barring Service check will be required. For accessibility needs or reasonable adjustments, contact [Employer hidden — sign up to reveal]. For informal enquiries, contact Julia Blackwell at [Employer hidden — sign up to reveal]. Click here for full Job Description: JD Locum Wellbeing Worker - Buxton Movers Run Leader .docx