Job Description

Tutor (Sports and Physical Activities)

Location: Sussex House, Tills Courtyard, 19 High Street, Battle, East Sussex, TN33 0AE

Contracted Hours

: Full-time (37 hours per week)

Hourly Rate of pay:

13.50 per hour

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.

Key Responsibilities

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

What We're Looking For

Essential:

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

What you can expect from us:

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 cafe-

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

'

How to Apply:

Simply click 'Apply now' and one of our team will be in touch to discuss the role.

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 recruitment@aspens.org.uk.

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: 13.50 per hour

Application question(s):

If you require Sponsorship this must be advised at this stage or this could affect your application should it reach interview and you have not disclosed this information. Aspens Charities are limited to the number of sponsors we can offer and there is a threshold that needs to be met in terms of salary.
Do you require sponsorship in order to proceed?

Work authorisation:

United Kingdom (required)
Work Location: In person