Job Title: Fitness Advisor
Contract: Fixed Term Contract - 9 months
Working Hours: 37 hours per week
Salary: £32,076 - £34,834 per annum – Grade 6
Location: Kelvedon Park
Closing Date: 12th November 2024
This role is a fixed-term opportunity. If the role is extended (or made permanent), the extension or permanent position may be offered to the successful applicant ahead of any further recruitment process.
The Role
This is an opportunity to be part of an existing and dynamic, small team of fitness advisers, working within the Essex County Fire and Rescue Service, providing fitness assessment services and health and exercise advice to operational firefighters and support staff.
You will visit fire Service premises throughout the County to carry out fitness assessments, provide remedial diet and exercise advice, and assist with the delivery of health and fitness education.
Eligibility
You will possess a sports science related degree or equivalent and a gym instructor qualification and a current first aid certificate. You should be IT competent and hold a driving licence. You will have experience in giving health and fitness advice. You will also possess good communication skills, enjoy working as part of a team and be available to work regular evenings with a flexi time/time off in lieu system. You will need to be reliable, enthusiastic, highly motivated and be able to motivate others.
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