Physical Activity Coordinator (Band 5 NJC) x 2
Location - Trafford Town Hall, Talbot Rd, Stretford, M320TH
Salary - £32,061 -£ 33,699
Trafford council is a Living Wage Employer.
Working Pattern Full-Time (Fixed Contract)
We will offer flexibility where we can if you are interested in a role, please speak to the recruiting manager about what flexibility they might consider.
Many of our colleagues can work from home for one or more days a week and/or they flex the hours they work. We call this SMART working, and it gives you the option to flex your days and hours so you can fit your work around your life and life around your work.
Contract type Fixed Term (3 years)
About the Role
Are you passionate about getting people moving, building healthier communities, and making a real difference across Trafford? If so, this could be your perfect next step!
At Trafford Council, we’re on a mission to help everyone in our borough move more, every day. We're looking for a motivated and community-minded Physical Activity Coordinator to join our Leisure Services team and bring our 'Trafford Moving' strategy to life!
Why Join Us?
* Make a tangible impact in diverse communities
* Work with inspiring partners across health, leisure, and local services
* A values-driven, inclusive workplace culture (EPIC values: Empowering, People-centered, Inclusive, Collaborative)
* Excellent benefits package and ongoing development opportunities
* Flexible working, generous leave, and a focus on your wellbeing
What You’ll Be Doing
You'll help deliver creative, inclusive physical activity initiatives across Trafford’s neighborhoods particularly for groups facing barriers to access such as children, women, ethnic minorities, disabled residents, and those with long-term health conditions.
Key responsibilities include:
* Supporting delivery of the Trafford Moving strategy
* Supporting activation of capital infrastructure projects across leisure, sport and active travel
* Designing and coordinating community-based physical activity projects
* Engaging with residents, local groups, and key partners
* Supporting events like the Trafford Moving Conference and major sports events, such as the ICC Women’s T20 Cricket World Cup 2026
* Monitoring program impact and sharing insights to drive improvement
You’ll also help deliver and monitor funded programs like the Holiday Activity Fund and support development activities that strengthen local partnerships and volunteering.
About you
We're looking for someone who:
* Is passionate about community health and wellbeing and physical activity
* Has experience in physical activity, sport, or leisure (especially in diverse communities)
* Understands barriers to participation and knows how to break them down
* Is confident engaging and inspiring a wide range of stakeholders
* Brings strong organisation, creativity, and communication skills
* Can analyse data and turn insight into action
A relevant degree/diploma and knowledge of Trafford’s communities are
also, desirable.
About us
Trafford Council and its partners in the public, private and third sectors have a Vision which sees us working together to close inequality gaps and maximise Trafford’s huge potential.
Our vision: Trafford where all our residents, businesses and communities thrive.
Trafford is a lively, prosperous place to put down roots and build a career. The council and Trafford schools employ around 8,000 people, who are central to making the area great. In return for their commitment, the council offers its employees development opportunities, as well as a fair and flexible workplace. The council is a Living Wage Employer.
Additional Information
Please note the advert may close early if we receive a high number of applications so, please do not delay in submitting your application.
* Flexibility will be required to work outside core hours as the office is open from 7.00 am until 5.30 pm (operated on a Rota system)
* An enhanced DBS check with children/adults barred list check will be required.
* You will have flexibility in terms of hybrid working at home and in the office.
* You will be required to drive in this role.
Contact Details
If you're ready to inspire healthier, more active lives across Trafford we’d love to hear from you!
Interviews will be face to face and scheduled for the 17th September
For more information, contact Leisure Services Team traffordmoving@trafford.gov.uk
About the benefits
You will be welcomed into a friendly environment where your personal and professional development will be encouraged. You will have the opportunity to work and grow in a people-centered and values-based organisation that promotes a positive permission culture. Your opinions matter so you will have the opportunity to shape how we do things here at Trafford.
To learn more about Trafford as a place to work visit and to view more about our awards and benefits please visit: Trafford - Benefits | www.inploi.com (greater.jobs)
OTHER RELEVANT INFORMATION
Greater Manchester Continuous Service Commitment - greater.jobs | www.inploi.com
For this opportunity, you must be able to prove you have the right to work in the UK - if in doubt please visit the following link Employers' right to work checklist - GOV.UK (www.gov.uk). Please note we are not a licensed sponsor and we won't be able to support with your work visa.
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