Health & Wellbeing Officer apprentice

Deliver, evaluate and develop health and physical activity initiatives to improve wellbeing across Peterborough and surrounding areas. Build strong partnerships with schools, community groups and stakeholders, ensuring projects align with local and national health priorities.

Key Responsibilities:

Plan, deliver and evaluate health education and physical activity sessions. Complete 6 hours of study weekly towards the Level 3 Community Sport and Health Officer Apprenticeship. Recruit participants and monitor funded projects. Build partnerships with schools, community groups and agencies. Maintain accurate monitoring and evaluation data. Deliver high-quality sports sessions, mainly to primary-aged children (4–11). Support community strategy development and attend relevant meetings/events. Carry out administration including registers, reports and data. Undertake CPD to continuously improve delivery. Essential Skills & Experience Interest in health, nutrition and mental health awareness. Knowledge of diverse communities and ability to engage people from all backgrounds. FA Level 1 coaching or other NGB qualification (or willingness to work towards). Current Safeguarding and Emergency First Aid certificates (or willingness to gain). Experience building relationships with partners and awareness of funding streams. Strong communication, organisation and admin skills. Team player with honesty, flexibility and professionalism. Full driving licence and access to a vehicle. Confident IT skills (Word, Excel, Outlook).

Desirable

Strong problem-solving and time management skills. Positive, proactive attitude with ability to work under pressure. Smart, professional appearance.

Training:

The apprentice will complete their training as part of the Level 3 Community Sport and Health Officer apprenticeship.

Location: Training will take place both in the workplace and remotely via online sessions delivered by Educationwise

Frequency: Training will be scheduled weekly, with around 6 hours per week off-the-job learning, which may include workshops, online learning, shadowing, project work and study time.

Support: The apprentice will be supported by their workplace mentor and assigned tutor/assessor, who will carry out regular progress reviews (every 8–12 weeks).

Training Outcome:

On successful completion of this apprenticeship, the learner will be equipped with the skills, knowledge and experience to progress into roles such as:

Community Sport and Health Officer. Health and Wellbeing Coordinator. Sports Development Officer. School or Club Sports Coach. Health Improvement Practitioner. Fitness or Wellbeing Instructor.

There may also be opportunities to:

Specialise further with higher-level qualifications (e.g. Level 4 Sports Coach or Degree in Sport and Exercise Science, Public Health, or Community Development).

Employer Description:
Peterborough United Foundation is the official charity of Peterborough United Football Club. We use the power of sport and the influence of the club to inspire, motivate and engage people across Peterborough and the surrounding areas. Our programmes focus on education, health & wellbeing, community inclusion, and sport participation, aiming to create positive opportunities for people of all ages and backgrounds. We work closely with schools, community groups, local authorities and partner organisations to deliver high-quality projects that make a lasting difference. Through this, we are committed to improving health outcomes, increasing physical activity, and supporting personal development across the community. As a registered charity, the Foundation is dedicated to inclusion, safeguarding, equality and diversity, ensuring that every individual we work with feels safe, supported and able to thrive.

Working Hours :
Schedule: Monday to Friday. May include some evening / matchday work. Shifts to be confirmed. Ability to commute to the following: Peterborough, Cambridgeshire

Skills:
Communication skills,Attention to detail,Organisation skills,Customer care skills,Problem solving skills,Administrative skills,Team working,Creative,Patience,Physical fitness