Exercise Instructor - Respiratory Service - Pulmonary Rehabilitation
At a glance
- Band
- Band 3
- Contract
- Permanent
- Pattern
- Part-time, Flexible working
- Hours / week
- 30
- Posted
- 16/09/2026
- Closes
- 29/09/2026
Sponsorship verdict
This contract type is not eligible for Skilled Worker sponsorship.
NHS Trusts cannot issue a Certificate of Sponsorship for part-time, bank, locum, zero-hours, job-share or short fixed-term (under 12 months) contracts under current Home Office rules. This applies even when the wider Trust holds a Skilled Worker licence.
Role summary
This role involves supporting the delivery of evidence-based Pulmonary Rehabilitation programmes in community venues across Stoke-on-Trent. The instructor will help create a safe and supportive environment for patients, monitor them during exercise, and provide encouragement and health promotion advice. It requires working closely with Physiotherapists and other Allied Health Professionals, maintaining equipment, and accurate clinical records.
Key responsibilities
- Supporting and delivering Pulmonary Rehabilitation exercise sessions.
- Monitoring patients during exercise and responding appropriately to concerns.
- Setting up and maintaining rehabilitation equipment.
- Providing encouragement, health promotion and physical activity advice.
- Maintaining accurate clinical records and supporting administrative tasks.
- Working closely with Physiotherapists, Nurses and Assistant Practitioners.
Essential criteria
- Sports Instructor/ Fitness qualification at Level 2 or willingness to complete training
- English and Maths GCSE Grade C or above or equivalent
- Quality credit framework qualification at level 3 e.g. NVQ or OCN which is transferable into the role
- Understanding of the role of Allied Health professionals in delivering physical health care in a community setting
- Relevant experience working within health, social care settings which provides transferable knowledge and skills
- Basic knowledge of some conditions relevant to the clinical area and the effects of illness on function
- Self-motivation for Continued Professional Development
Desirable criteria
- BSc in sports science
- Experience of working with people with long term Conditions and chronic health needs and supporting their physical health/fitness as a member of a multi-disciplinary team
- Experience of being a service user or carer
Useful to know
Agenda for Change 2024/25 pays Band 3 at £24,625 – £25,674 a year, across England.
This advert: £25,760 – £27,476 — outside the standard scale; check for HCAS/London weighting.
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Midlands Partnership NHS Foundation Trust
Exercise Instructor - Respiratory Service - Pulmonary Rehabilitation
The closing date is 29 September 2026
Job summary
This role isnot eligible for visa sponsorship. If it is identified that you require sponsorship to undertake this role your application may be withdrawn
Exercise Instructor (Band 3)Community Respiratory Service - Pulmonary Rehabilitation
Location: Stoke-on-Trent0.8 WTE (30 hours per week)
Are you passionate about helping people improve their health, confidence and quality of life? We are looking for a compassionate and motivated Exercise Instructor to join our Community Respiratory Service and support Pulmonary Rehabilitation programmes across Stoke-on-Trent.
What We Are Looking For While exercise instruction skills are important, we are particularly seeking individuals who can demonstrate empathy, emotional intelligence, maturity and a genuine commitment to helping people improve their health and wellbeing.
The Kind of Person Who Will Thrive in This Role Empathetic, approachable and supportive.
Comfortable working with people living with chronic health conditions.
Reliable, organised and able to work independently.
A team player who values collaborative working.
Passionate about making a difference in the local community.
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