Advanced Exercise and Rehabilitation Instructor | Guy's and St Thomas' NHS Foundation Trust

Join a passionate and forward-thinking team at Guy’s and St Thomas’ NHS Foundation Trust, working within the renowned Guy’s Cancer Centre; at the forefront of cancer care.

We are seeking dynamic, motivated, and compassionate individuals to join our Cancer Physiotherapy Team. We are delighted to offer two exciting opportunitiesfor experienced Personal Trainers or Band 3/4 Rehabilitation Instructors who are eager to expand their expertise in the growing field of cancer rehabilitation:

• OurPrehabilitation Team, supporting patients to prepare physically and psychologically ahead of cancer treatment.
• OurPhysical Activity and Exercise Team, focusing on rehabilitation, and long-term health and wellbeing.

In these roles, you will play a vital part in supporting patients through the delivery of tailored exercise interventions. The role offers a varied and rewarding workload, empowering patients to improve their strength, function, and quality of life.

This is an excellent opportunity to develop specialist skills, contribute to meaningful change, and make a real difference in patients’ lives. While previous experience working with people affected by cancer is desirable, a genuine passion and commitment to this field are equally valued.

If you are looking for a role that is both challenging and deeply rewarding, in a team that values growth, innovation, and compassionate care, we would love to hear from you.

• Deliver safe and effective exercise and physical activity sessions for people with cancer, including one-to-one and group formats, either in person, by phone, or online.
• Support patients at all stages of their cancer pathway - before, during, and after treatment.
• Provide personalised advice and support to help patients become more active, using motivational interviewing and agreed goals.
• Develop and manage individual care plans, including assessment, goal setting, identifying barriers, and arranging referrals where needed.
• Manage your own caseload and deliver tailored exercise programmes using a well-equipped gym environment.
• Promote physical activity and healthy lifestyles as part of cancer care.
• Contribute to team projects, service development, and ongoing training.

Guy’s and St Thomas’ NHS Foundation Trust comprises five of the UK’s best-known hospitals – Guy’s, St Thomas’, Evelina London Children’s Hospital, Royal Brompton and Harefield – as well as community services in Lambeth and Southwark, all with a long history of high-quality care, clinical excellence, research and innovation.

We are among the UK’s busiest, most successful foundation trusts. We provide specialist care for patients including heart and lung, cancer and renal services as well as a full range of local hospital and community services for people in Lambeth and Southwark.

We have a long tradition of clinical and scientific achievement and – as part of King’s Health Partners – we are one of England’s eight academic health sciences centres, bringing together world-class clinical services, teaching and research.

We have around 22,700 staff, making us one of the largest NHS Trusts in the country and one of the biggest employers locally. We aim to reflect the diversity of the communities we serve and continue to develop new and existing partnerships with local people, patients, neighbouring NHS organisations, local authorities and charitable bodies and GPs.

We strive to recruit and retain the best staff as the dedication and skills of our employees lie at the heart of our organisation and ensure that our services are of the highest quality, safe and focused on our patients.

Please refer to additional uploaded document for job description details and personal specification.

This advert closes on Sunday 17 May 2026