Job summary To lead on the activity element in the Specialist Adult Weight Management Service a pan BCUHB service. Support and provide the activity component of the "All Wales Weight Management Pathway -2021" outlined for Level 3 services and meeting the service needs identified in the BCUHB service insight report Work as a member of the multidisciplinary team in the management of patients living with obesity some of whom have highly complex physical and psychological problems, that promotes independence, increased confidence and improved quality of life for patient and family where necessary Main duties of the job Assess the clinical suitability of patients attending for exercise and prescribe exercise to patients with wide ranging pathophysiology and co-morbidity. To lead and implement individualised activity sessions in line with current guidelines within a variety of settings if possible and deliver remote options for support with activity. Deliver interventions to groups of people as well as individuals. To ensure the smooth organisation of group sessions, clinics, home visits and other patient (and significant other) contact, taking into account content, group numbers and evaluation of intervention using standardised outcome measures. The ability to speak Welsh is desirable for this post; Welsh and/or English speakers are equally welcome to apply. About us If you relish a challenge, have a passion to help others or simply fancy a fresh start, then Betsi Cadwaladr University Health Board (BCUHB) North Wales, has all the right ingredients. The largest health organisation in Wales, providing a full range of primary, community, mental health, acute and elective hospital services for a population of around 700,000, across North Wales. Join our team and get the support you need, in line with our Organisational Values and 'Proud to Lead' competence framework. Enjoy being part of working with engaged leadership at all levels, and be assured we are committed to promoting equality and diversity, and are proud to welcome applicants under the "Disability Confident Employer" scheme. Please check your email account regularly. Successful applicants will receive all recruitment related correspondence via the email account registered on the application form. Applications may be submitted in Welsh. Applications submitted in Welsh will not be treated less favourably than an application submitted in English. Date posted 10 January 2025 Pay scheme Agenda for change Band Band 5 Salary £30,420 to £37,030 a year per annum pro rata Contract Permanent Working pattern Part-time Reference number 050-ACS031-0125 Job locations Clwyd Alyn Building 72, Ffordd William Morgan St. Asaph Business Park LL17 0JD Job description Job responsibilities You will be able to find a full Job description and Person Specification attached within the supporting documents or please click Apply now to view in Trac Job description Job responsibilities You will be able to find a full Job description and Person Specification attached within the supporting documents or please click Apply now to view in Trac Person Specification Qualifications and Knowledge Essential Degree in relevant subject or equivalent level of knowledge and experience: oUnderstanding of the physiological and psychological aspects of physical activity to improve health and wellbeing oKnowledge of how to support people with a range of comorbidities to safely and sustainably increase physical activity. oKnowledge and experience in providing a range of physical activity offers. Registered with HCPC, or registered as a BASES certified Exercise Practitioner,or CIMPSA/REPS recognised Level 3 Exercise Referral Qualification and up to date BACPR Exercise Instructor Training, or Accredited Sport and Exercise Scientist Knowledge of cardiac anatomy and physiology Good knowledge of existing exercise testing and prescription guidelines Knowledge of cardiac conditions and treatment and how this may affect exercise capacity/ability Desirable Evidence of relevant post graduate study Level 4 Certificate in Weight Management for Individuals with Obesity, Diabetes Mellitus and/or Metabolic Syndrome Knowledge of other co-morbidities and how they may effect the person's ability to exercise or keep active Experience Essential Experience of conducting one-to -one consultations Experience of planning exercise programmes and evaluating outcome Experience of delivering exercise / physical activity advice to a clinical population Evidence of continuing professional development (CPD) in the form of a detailed personal development portfolio and related specialist experience Desirable Experience of exercise tolerance testing Experience of working with patients living with obesity Skills and Attributes Essential Ability to assess clinical information and structure patient care accordingly Skilled in delivering educational talks and lead group exercise sessions Risk stratify and prescribe safe and effective exercise programmes Actively involved and contributing to evidence based practice. Desirable Ability to teach exercise physiology to non-exercise staff Welsh Language Skills are desirable levels 1 to 5 in understanding, speaking, reading, and writing in Welsh Other Essential Good interpersonal and communication skills Ability to work on own initiative and to work as part of a multidisciplinary team Desirable Membership of specialist interest group Person Specification Qualifications and Knowledge Essential Degree in relevant subject or equivalent level of knowledge and experience: oUnderstanding of the physiological and psychological aspects of physical activity to improve health and wellbeing oKnowledge of how to support people with a range of comorbidities to safely and sustainably increase physical activity. oKnowledge and experience in providing a range of physical activity offers. Registered with HCPC, or registered as a BASES certified Exercise Practitioner,or CIMPSA/REPS recognised Level 3 Exercise Referral Qualification and up to date BACPR Exercise Instructor Training, or Accredited Sport and Exercise Scientist Knowledge of cardiac anatomy and physiology Good knowledge of existing exercise testing and prescription guidelines Knowledge of cardiac conditions and treatment and how this may affect exercise capacity/ability Desirable Evidence of relevant post graduate study Level 4 Certificate in Weight Management for Individuals with Obesity, Diabetes Mellitus and/or Metabolic Syndrome Knowledge of other co-morbidities and how they may effect the person's ability to exercise or keep active Experience Essential Experience of conducting one-to -one consultations Experience of planning exercise programmes and evaluating outcome Experience of delivering exercise / physical activity advice to a clinical population Evidence of continuing professional development (CPD) in the form of a detailed personal development portfolio and related specialist experience Desirable Experience of exercise tolerance testing Experience of working with patients living with obesity Skills and Attributes Essential Ability to assess clinical information and structure patient care accordingly Skilled in delivering educational talks and lead group exercise sessions Risk stratify and prescribe safe and effective exercise programmes Actively involved and contributing to evidence based practice. Desirable Ability to teach exercise physiology to non-exercise staff Welsh Language Skills are desirable levels 1 to 5 in understanding, speaking, reading, and writing in Welsh Other Essential Good interpersonal and communication skills Ability to work on own initiative and to work as part of a multidisciplinary team Desirable Membership of specialist interest group Disclosure and Barring Service Check This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions. Certificate of Sponsorship Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab). From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab). UK Registration Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window). Additional information Disclosure and Barring Service Check This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions. Certificate of Sponsorship Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab). From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab). UK Registration Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window). Employer details Employer name Betsi Cadwaladr University Health Board Address Clwyd Alyn Building 72, Ffordd William Morgan St. Asaph Business Park LL17 0JD Employer's website https://bcuhb.nhs.wales/train-work-live/ (Opens in a new tab)