NHS Jobs • Wareham BH20 4PG

Physical Activity Lead- 6 month

About this role

Job responsibilities Design and deliver safe, inclusive and evidence-based physical activity sessions for individuals living with cancer and obesity. Develop and implement a range of physical activity interventions tailored to different stages of the cancer pathway (pre-, during and post-treatment). Work collaboratively with Social Prescribers, clinicians, and wider multidisciplinary teams to integrate physical activity into care pathways. Support individuals to adopt and maintain active lifestyles through effective behaviour change techniques and ongoing motivation. Build and maintain strong partnerships with local leisure providers, voluntary organisations, and community groups to expand accessible activity opportunities Contribute to the redesign of patient pathways, ensuring physical activity is consistently embedded within care processes. Work collaboratively to provide training, advice, and resources to healthcare professionals and community partners to promote the role of physical activity in cancer care. Monitor engagement, outcomes, and impact of interventions, contributing to evaluation and continuous improvement of the programme. Ensure all activities are delivered in line with health and safety, safeguarding, and professional standards. Support the development of sustainable, community-based physical activity opportunities beyond the life of the project. Include co-production to help design the fitness intervention.