Health and Fitness Officer - 24 week Contract Temporary Contract Lisburn KEY DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES 1. Monitor gym floor and gym equipment use and prepare personalised and tailored fitness programmes, monitor programmes, undertake fitness testing and respond to customer complaints/enquires as required. 2. Promote and develop the Gym Programme and undertake the delivery of classes for customers ranging from school age to senior citizens, to include target groups where relevant. 3. In conjunction with the Healthwise and Wellbeing Officer, be responsible for the delivery of the any exercise referral scheme including the screening of clients and the delivery of programme related activities. Liaise with and provide written reports to health professionals and ensure safe storage of sensitive medical records under the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) as required. 4. Contribute to the following: - - - the operation and promotion of the Vitality Health and Fitness Gym, a programme of classes, the scheduling and delivery of Induction sessions and the promotion of Vitality membership, both generally and at special events. (e.g. Health Promotion Fairs/exhibitions). the induction of new staff and work placement students and training of employees as required. the implementation of Health and Safety policies and procedures within the facility and all other Sports Services facilities. Ensure all Health & Safety legislation, published relevant guidelines and Council Health & Safety policies and procedures are complied with, including any personalised and Activity specific risk assessments for activities coached, especially external classes, i.e. walking/cycling Schemes. 5. Help ensure that the very highest standards of health and safety for both customers and colleagues are maintained at all times and that all relevant statutory health and safety requirements and Lisburn & Castlereagh City Council health and safety policies, procedures and work instructions are adhered to at all times. 6. Ensure high standards of cleanliness, maintenance and presentation of all equipment within the facilities, reporting any defects or potentially hazardous situations to the manager on duty. 7. Help ensure that all Child Protection and Vulnerable Adult legislation, published relevant guidelines and Council policies are complied with in the operation of the services and activities of the facilities, to help ensure a safe environment for both customers and work colleagues. 8. Ensure that the quality standards, customer care procedures, work instructions, and record keeping in accordance with Quality Accreditation systems agreed by the Council are followed and maintained. 9. Carry out any other relevant duties as required and assist with the setting up and take down of equipment as required. 10. Ensure compliance with Council policies and procedures and operate within the highest standards of management and personal behaviour, which reflect the core values and behaviours of the organisation. 11. Promote equality of opportunity and access in service delivery and in the employment of staff through the mainstreaming of equality within the Council. Note: The post holder should be aware that the responsibilities and functional areas of the post may be subject to change as a result of organisational change. The Council therefore reserves the right to change the duties of the post by adding to or amending the range of functional responsibilities. The post holder will be required to be flexible and adaptable to meet the changing needs and requirements of the organisation. Essential Criteria: Qualifications and Education: – Five GCSE passes at grade A-C, NVQ Level 2 or equivalent. – Possess a recognised and current coaching qualification in: Fitness or Gym Instruction Level 2 – A minimum of two years’ experience in lifestyle and fitness testing and health promotion within the Leisure Industry. Where applicants do not hold the qualifications as outlined in 1.1, they must demonstrate a minimum of four years’ experience as outlined in 1.3 above. Desirable Criteria: – It is desirable that applicants hold the following qualifications: Additional Coaching Qualification A recognised lifeguard award A recognised qualification in coaching TRX or Boxercise. Any two gym-based coaching/Instructor qualifications relevant to Council’s current Vitality Membership classes programme. 1.5 – Experience in the operation of a computerised booking/cash system. Skills: Competent in the use of Word, Excel, Lotus, Notes/Outlook. Other Information: Start Date: 10 April 26 Closing Date: 3 April 26 Hourly Rate of pay: £14.13 per hour plus accrued holiday pay Hours of work: 8 hours per week Location: Lisburn If you would like to apply for this role, please send us your updated CV via the link provided and one of the team will be in touch with you. Or if you would like to discuss this position, please contact Task Recruitment on 02890 421047 or 07812 017416 to speak to one of our consultants. The client reserves the right to close vacancies earlier than the specified date, should they receive sufficient applications. If interested, please send your CV as early as possible. We are an equal opportunities employer. We welcome applications from all suitably qualified persons.