Cardiac Rehab Exercise Instructor
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Central London Community Health Trust Cardiac Rehab Exercise Instructor
The closing date is 03 November 2026
Job summary
An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Band 4 Cardiac Rehabilitation Assistant Practitioner to work in the community Cardiac Rehabilitation service in West Hertfordshire. We require a highly motivated and experienced BACPR exercise instructor or an exercise instructor with a background in working with specialist health populations. The post holder must have excellent verbal and non-verbal communication skills and must be confident in working across professional boundaries to join our enthusiastic multi-disciplinary team. You will need to be flexible, innovative and a good team player with the ability to work as part of the multidisciplinary team within the community setting.
The successful individual will be responsible for providing a range of exercise assessments and delivering with support from the wider multidisciplinary team cardiac rehabilitation exercise sessions for patients following a recent cardiac event, cardiac procedure or with a diagnosis of heart failure. These exercise assessments and group therapy intervention will take place in a variety of community venues and virtually.
You will be joining a friendly supportive team where professional guidance is readily available and continuous professional development is strongly encouraged.
Main duties of the job
- To work independently under the direction of cardiac rehabilitation multidisciplinary team - specialist therapy lead, specialist physiotherapist, cardiac rehab specialist nurse and occupational therapist.
- To support an efficient day-to-day running of the cardiac rehabilitation service by providing highly skilled support work and delivering the cardiac rehabilitation exercise component of the program.
- To contribute to the general running of the cardiac rehabilitation service; inclusive of all formats of cardiac rehab delivery i.e. face to face, virtual and home based cardiac rehabilitation.
- To assist in the overall clinical and administrative management of patients under the cardiac rehab services care.
- To deliver routine physiotherapeutic and cardiac rehabilitation treatment programmes independently and progress treatments within guidelines and protocols set out by governing bodies.
- To participate in training of self and others to update and assist in service changes within designated area of specialism
- To be flexible and be prepared to work in other areas depending on service needs
About us
We are proud to be one of the largest community healthcare providers in the country, with more than 4,500 colleagues caring for over four million people across London and Hertfordshire. Every day, our teams bring their skill, compassion, and determination to the people who depend on us.
What inspires us is at the heart of who we are: when we work together, we can help people move forward in ways that truly matter. Our teams support children as they take their first steps in life, and they stand beside adults as they rebuild strength, confidence, and independence. From newborn health visiting to community nursing, stroke rehabilitation, and palliative care, we are there for people through some of life's most important moments.
Joining Central London Community Healthcare means becoming part of a community that lifts each other up. It means working in an organisation that values compassion, welcomes new ideas, and believes in the potential of every colleague. Your development matters here. Your wellbeing matters. Your voice helps shape the future of the care we provide.
We offer a competitive employment package because the work you do matters. At Central London Community Healthcare, you will join an inclusive organisation that invests in its people, supports development, and helps you thrive while delivering high-quality care.
Details
Date posted
27 October 2026
Pay scheme
Agenda for change
Band
Band 4
Salary
£29,812 to £32,715 a year Per Annum, inclusive of HCAS pro rata (part time)
Contract
Fixed term
Duration
1 years
Working pattern
Part-time
Reference number
824-HERTS-8371515
Job locations
West Hertfordshire Community
BRE Innovation Park
Watford
WD25 9XX
United Kingdom
Job description
Job responsibilities
Applicants are expected to present clear and relevant evidence of the competencies and responsibilities detailed in the attached Job Description and Person Specification, together with a demonstrated commitment to the Trusts values of Accountability, Inclusion, Compassion, and Empowerment.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Applicants are expected to present clear and relevant evidence of the competencies and responsibilities detailed in the attached Job Description and Person Specification, together with a demonstrated commitment to the Trusts values of Accountability, Inclusion, Compassion, and Empowerment.
Person Specification
Education/Qualifications
Essential
- Registered Exercise Professional - Level 2 & 3 exercise instructor
- Membership of relevant professional body and / or membership of special interest group (ie BACPR / CIMSPA/ BASES)
Desirable
- Level 4 BACPR cardiac rehabilitation exercise instructor qualification
Experience
Essential
- Understand the role of cardiac rehabilitation for individuals with cardiac health conditions
- Basic knowledge of cardiac health conditions
- Understanding of the concept of rehabilitation/recovery within the clinical area
- Experience of working as part of an MDT
- Experience of delivering exercise interventions in a variety of settings; community, patient homes and virtually
Desirable
- Experience of working with cardiology patients
- Experience prescribing exercise for therapy specific interventions such as cardiac and pulmonary rehabilitation
- Experience in delivering cardiac rehabilitation exercise classes
- Previous experience of working effectively with service user/patient undergoing cardiac rehabilitation e.g. phase IV exercise programme
Skills and Knowledge
Essential
- Ability to communicate effectively, verbally and in writing
- Ability to motivate self and others
- Ability to be proactive and resourceful
- A working knowledge of clinical governance and evidence based practice
- Ability to develop and maintain team working
- Ability to demonstrate good level of exercise and physical activity for active involvement in delivery of cardiac rehabilitation
- Ability to work under pressure and to tight deadlines
- Ability to work autonomously
- Excellent documentation skills
- Computer skills i.e. Word, data- bases email, internet
- An eagerness to contribute to quality assurance and audit
Key Attributes
Essential
- Hold a full, valid, UK driving licence and have access to a car to use for business purposes (unless you have a disability as defined by the Equality Act 2010)
- Friendly and approachable
- Calm & confident team player
- Good presentation of self, enthusiastic, flexible
Education/Qualifications
Essential
- Registered Exercise Professional - Level 2 & 3 exercise instructor
- Membership of relevant professional body and / or membership of special interest group (ie BACPR / CIMSPA/ BASES)
Desirable
- Level 4 BACPR cardiac rehabilitation exercise instructor qualification
Experience
Essential
- Understand the role of cardiac rehabilitation for individuals with cardiac health conditions
- Basic knowledge of cardiac health conditions
- Understanding of the concept of rehabilitation/recovery within the clinical area
- Experience of working as part of an MDT
- Experience of delivering exercise interventions in a variety of settings; community, patient homes and virtually
Desirable
- Experience of working with cardiology patients
- Experience prescribing exercise for therapy specific interventions such as cardiac and pulmonary rehabilitation
- Experience in delivering cardiac rehabilitation exercise classes
- Previous experience of working effectively with service user/patient undergoing cardiac rehabilitation e.g. phase IV exercise programme
Skills and Knowledge
Essential
- Ability to communicate effectively, verbally and in writing
- Ability to motivate self and others
- Ability to be proactive and resourceful
- A working knowledge of clinical governance and evidence based practice
- Ability to develop and maintain team working
- Ability to demonstrate good level of exercise and physical activity for active involvement in delivery of cardiac rehabilitation
- Ability to work under pressure and to tight deadlines
- Ability to work autonomously
- Excellent documentation skills
- Computer skills i.e. Word, data- bases email, internet
- An eagerness to contribute to quality assurance and audit
Key Attributes
Essential
- Hold a full, valid, UK driving licence and have access to a car to use for business purposes (unless you have a disability as defined by the Equality Act 2010)
- Friendly and approachable
- Calm & confident team player
- Good presentation of self, enthusiastic, flexible
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
Employer details
Employer name
Central London Community Health Trust
Address
West Hertfordshire Community
BRE Innovation Park
Watford
WD25 9XX
United Kingdom
Employer's website
https://clch.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)
Employer details
Employer name
Central London Community Health Trust
Address
West Hertfordshire Community
BRE Innovation Park
Watford
WD25 9XX
United Kingdom
Employer's website
https://clch.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)
Employer contact details
For questions about the job, contact:
Cardiac Rehab Service Lead
Victoria Mack
02081025890
Details
Date posted
27 October 2026
Pay scheme
Agenda for change
Band
Band 4
Salary
£29,812 to £32,715 a year Per Annum, inclusive of HCAS pro rata (part time)
Contract
Fixed term
Duration
1 years
Working pattern
Part-time
Reference number
824-HERTS-8371515
Job locations
West Hertfordshire Community
BRE Innovation Park
Watford
WD25 9XX
United Kingdom
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