Overview
Open Age is a pioneering charity dedicated to enriching the lives of older people by promoting active lifestyles and social engagement. For over 30 years, we\ve championed independence and wellbeing, delivering an extensive programme of activities across three centres and more than 40 community venues. From fitness classes to creative workshops, our services empower older adults to stay connected, physically active, and mentally stimulated.
The Role
As a Clinical Exercise Specialist, you will lead the safe and effective delivery of falls prevention exercise classes for older adults living in Brent, Westminster, Kensington & Chelsea, Hammersmith & Fulham.
* Run around nine weekly exercise classes, assess participants abilities, and adapt sessions to meet their individual needs while promoting long-term adherence.
* Take responsibility for outcome measures, ensure programmes are effective and tailored, while supporting participants with dignity and care.
* Manage administrative tasks such as booking venues, processing invoices, sourcing cover instructors, and producing promotional materials.
Responsibilities
Additionally, you will
* Support project budget management to ensure activities run smoothly
* Play an active part in growing the reach and impact of the programme
* Monitor and evaluate activity data
* Prepare reports for funders
About You
To be considered as a Clinical Exercise Specialist, you will need:
* Experience leading group exercise classes and/or delivering exercise on a 1:1 basis
* Experience working with, and a genuine willingness to work with, older people who have a variety of medical conditions
* An understanding of physiological and social issues affecting older people
* Strong IT and report writing skills, and the ability to interpret data
* The ability to deliver online classes from home
* A qualification in a field such as Sports/Exercise Science, Exercise Physiology, Biokinetics, Sports Therapy or an equivalent knowledge base within anatomy, physiology and exercise
* A Postural Stability Instructor Qualification or the willingness to undertake this
The closing date for this role is Friday 10th October 2025, with interviews scheduled for 17th and 21st October 2025.
Webrecruit and Open Age are equal opportunities employers, value diversity and are strongly committed to providing equal employment opportunities for all employees and all applicants for employment. Equal opportunities are the only acceptable way to conduct business and we believe that a more inclusive environment leads to better work.
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