Postural Stability Instructor

About the role

As a Postural Stability Instructor, you will support the delivery of Trafford Leisure's Falls Prevention Service by delivering structured strength and balance programmes for older adults and individuals at risk of falls. You will help participants improve their mobility, confidence and independence, whilst encouraging ongoing participation in physical activity within their local communities. The role will involve travelling to deliver sessions across Trafford, including our sites and community venues in Altrincham, Sale, Urmston and Partington. Initially offered on a casual basis with flexible working hours, this opportunity may develop into regular weekly delivery as the service continues to grow.

What you'll do

• Deliver safe, effective and engaging strength and balance exercise sessions.
• Adapt exercises to meet the individual needs and abilities of participants.
• Monitor attendance, progress and outcomes throughout the programme.
• Maintain accurate participant records and assessment information.
• Support participants to improve confidence, mobility and independence.
• Encourage continued participation in physical activity through signposting and onward referral.
• Develop positive relationships with participants, health professionals and community partners.
• Follow safeguarding, health and safety, confidentiality and service procedures.
• Contribute to the ongoing monitoring and development of the service.

What you'll need

• A recognised Level 4 Postural Stability Instructor (PSI) qualification.
• Valid CPR certification.
• Experience delivering falls prevention, strength and balance, or community exercise programmes.
• Knowledge of falls prevention principles and progressive strength and balance exercise.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• The ability to motivate and engage people with a range of abilities and health conditions.
• Good organisational and IT skills.
• A patient, empathetic and person-centred approach.
• A commitment to safe, inclusive and high-quality service delivery.