Are you passionate about sports, fitness, and empowering others? Do you thrive in an environment where you can make a real difference in people's lives? If so, we'd love to hear from you. Aspens is looking for a dedicated and enthusiastic Tutor - Sports and Physical Activities to join our Day Services team in Battle. This role offers a unique opportunity to lead, develop, and coordinate a diverse range of sports and physical activities that promote the wellbeing of adults with learning disabilities and/or autism. Located in the picturesque village of Battle, East Sussex, Sussex House Day Opportunities Centre provides a welcoming and supportive environment where individuals can develop skills, gain confidence, and enjoy a fulfilling day. Our dedicated team of highly trained professionals works closely with each person to create a personalised programme of activities, both within our centre and in the local community. About the Role You will be responsible for designing and leading inclusive physical activity sessions-ranging from swimming and trampolining to gym, walks, and ball games. You'll also mentor Activity Assistants, create individualised plans, and assess progress in innovative, engaging ways. You'll play a key role in encouraging participation and supporting service users to build confidence, develop skills, and achieve personal goals in physical fitness and wellbeing.,

• Plan and coordinate all sports and physical activity sessions
• Ensure all activities are underpinned by clear session plans and individual risk assessments
• Develop and review Individual Development Plans for service users
• Support and supervise Activities Assistants
• Record and report on progress for annual reviews
• Promote a safe, inclusive, and empowering environment, Any offer is subject to an enhanced Disclosure and Barring check, which we will complete on your behalf if you don't already have one, and satisfactory employment references. We will consider job share and part time arrangements for all posts in line with the needs of the Charity.
Equal Opportunity Statement At Aspens Charities, we are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace. We welcome applications from all qualified individuals, including those with disabilities and those who are likely to be underrepresented in Aspens' workforce, such as sex/gender, minority ethnic group, religion, belief, sexual orientation, age, as well as abilities. We believe that a diverse team leads to better outcomes and a more enjoyable work environment where everyone feels valued, heard, and has an equal opportunity to thrive. As a Disability Confident employer, Aspens Charities is dedicated to supporting and promoting the recruitment, retention, and career development of people with disabilities. We recognise the value and contributions that individuals with disabilities bring to our organisation. Accessibility and Accommodations We are committed to providing an accessible recruitment process for all applicants. If you require any accommodations during the application or interview process, please let us know by contacting


• Experience delivering sports/fitness sessions
• Relevant qualification in sports coaching, physical education, or related field
• Experience supporting individuals with learning disabilities and/or autism
• Strong organisational and communication skills
• Ability to work flexibly to meet service needs
Desirable:
• Knowledge of safeguarding and health & safety practices in a sports setting
• Creative approach to activity planning and individual engagement
  
  Fantastic paid training and career progression opportunities (including recognised qualifications in health and social care)
• Paid DBS (we will recover the cost should your employment terminate for any reason, other than redundancy, before passing your probation)
• Flexible work arrangements with opportunities to take on additional bank shifts too
• 30 Days Annual Leave (including Bank Holidays) / Pro rata dependent on hours. Annual leave entitlement increases with length of service
• Nest Pension and Death in Service Benefit
• Dedicated Employee Assistance Programme and Access to Mental Health First Aiders
• Aspens High Street Stores -20% discount on all items for Aspens' staff
• Bluebell café- Discounted staff menu available
• Refer a Friend scheme, so you can earn up to £250 for every person you refer to work for Aspens
• Recognition schemes, including 'Employee of the Month'