Physical Activity Specialist

As a Physical Activity Specialist you will work within the Tier 3 Specialist Weight Management Multi-Disciplinary Team to provide specialist physical activity and behaviour change support to patients living with obesity, helping them to access a programme of specialised, non-surgical treatment and support. The role involves supporting individuals on a one-to-one basis or in small groups, to develop sustainable lifestyle changes in order to achieve and maintain weight loss, reduce co-morbidities and increase quality of life by addressing all factors associated with maintaining a healthy lifestyle, including psychosocial functioning . This includes using specific approaches and skills to support behaviour change along with signposting and supporting access to appropriate services. The role involves working within a range of clinical and community venues across Torbay and South Devon,

• To provide group and tailored physical activity support to individuals attending Tier 3 Specialist Weight Management programmes in a variety of community venues across both Torbay and South Devon.
• To assess participants level of fitness and physical performance prior to, during and at the end of their engagement with the Tier 3 service.
• To develop and deliver a range of physical activity education sessions within the Tier 3 group programme.
• To regularly feedback and discuss the progress of individual patients with the wider Level 3 multi-disciplinary team.
  
  Why Work With Us
The Specialist Weight Management Service is commissioned to provide a Tier 3 weight management programme to eligible residents within the geographical boundaries of Torbay and South Devon. Torbay and South Devon NHS Foundation Trust serves a 250,000 population with a large District General Hospital at its heart