Stepping Out & Be Active Physical Activity Officer: Forth Valley Disability Sport (FVDS)

Responsible to: FVDS Chairperson / FVDS Coordinator
Location: Hybrid (Clackmannanshire, Falkirk, Stirling sessions) and 1:1 location with FVDS Coordinator
Role: Part-time (18 hours – includes evening and weekend work)
Term: Initial 12-month contract with a view to extension to 36 months
Initial Salary: £12.60 per hour (£11,793.60 per annum) + pension contribution

Forth Valley Disability Sport (FVDS) is a charity where the main aim is to lead in the development of sport and physical activity for people with physical, sensory and learning disability in partnership with key local agencies in the three local authority areas of Stirling, Falkirk and Clackmannanshire. FVDS is a member branch of Scottish Disability Sport (SDS) who are the governing body of sport for athletes and players with a physical, sensory or learning disability.

We are recruiting for an exceptional individual who will join us as Physical Activity Officer, assisting us to deliver the strategic vision for the charity. This will involve working closely with the FVDS Coordinator to coordinate the delivery and evaluation of projects designed to improve physical engagement levels of young people and adults with a disability across Forth Valley. This is a two-part funded role with key performance indicators:

Stepping Out – Increasing opportunities for physical activity for young people ages 8-24. A large part of this programme is focused on transition from school and continuing to support and offer opportunities to be active (10 hours per week funded by The National Lottery Community Fund – Young Start)

Be Active – Increasing opportunities for physical activity for adults ages 16+ (8.0 hours per week)

If you have proven experience in the coordination and delivery of physical activity initiatives in an inclusive environment, are highly motivated to increase engagement and participation, and want to change people’s lives; then we’d love to hear from you.

Your priorities will include:
Coordinating and promoting existing physical activity sessions and identifying new opportunities
Leading face-to-face physical activities
Coordination of volunteers
Supporting events and other activities organised by FVDS and partner organisations
Work with partner organisations to develop relationships and grow opportunities
Other duties, as required, to support the FVDS Coordinator
Personal Profile
You will be passionate, enthusiastic and have a drive to improve the lives of others through physical activity. You will understand the barriers faced by young people and adults with a disability looking to be more physically active and be sensitive to the challenges they face.

Skills and Personal Qualities

A natural communicator who can work with a variety of target audiences
Can adapt quickly to the needs of individuals
Exceptional organisational, planning and administrative skills
Proficient in using various social media platforms
Ability to lead, influence, enthuse and motivate others
Experience and Qualifications – Essential
Excellent communication skills, adaptability, approachability and the ability to engage with people
A relevant coaching qualification with experience in the following areas:
Working with young people and adults with disabilities
The creation and delivery of physical activity and sport specific programmes
Working with volunteers
Understanding of child and vulnerable adult protection issues
Experience in using Microsoft 365 and its associated office products
As this role involves travel across Forth Valley transporting equipment, access to own transport and appropriate insurance is required
Experience and Qualifications – Desirable
First Aid Qualification
Cycling Ride Leader Qualification
In line with our commitment to safeguarding, the successful candidate will be required to join the PVG scheme prior to confirmation of employment.
For more information, or to have an informal chat before applying, please contact:

Nicola Moriarty

Forth Valley Disability Sport Coordinator

Email coordinator@fvds.org.uk

Tel 07484 010 633

Core working days Tue-Thu

Applications
Please send an up-to-date CV and cover letter outlining why you are perfect for the role to:

Forbes Maginnis

Chairperson

Forth Valley Disability Sport

chairperson@fvds.org.uk

Closing date is Friday 6th December 2024