Physical Activity Coordinator - Castle Point Borough Council

Essex County Council are delighted to be advertising the role of Physical Activity Coordinator on behalf of Castle Point Borough Council. To see full job advert and apply, please click HERE.

Physical Activity Coordinator - 22.5 hours

Location: Across all of Castle Point Estate's

Salary: Grade 4: £26,873 - £28,282 per annum

Working Hours: 22.5 hours per week

Contract Type: 24 month Fixed term contract

Number of Positions: 1

DBS Check: Enhanced

Closing Date: 05/10/2025

Salary - Grade 4: £26,873 - £28,282 per annum Pro-Rata

About the Role

Castle Point Borough Council, in partnership with Active Essex and the Sport England Place Based Partnership (SEPP), is seeking a passionate and dynamic Physical Activity Coordinator to support efforts in tackling physical inactivity across the borough, with a particular focus on neighbourhoods in Canvey Island.

This is a key role in developing and delivering the strategic plan to improve physical activity levels in lower socio-economic areas. You will work collaboratively with a wide range of partners, including health professionals, schools, community organisations, and local residents, to create sustainable change.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and implement a local physical activity strategy aligned with SEPP goals.

• Build and maintain strong relationships with partners including Wellbeing Ambassadors, Social Prescribers, and School Sports Partnerships.

• Lead marketing and communications for the SEPP locally.

• Map existing physical activity provision and identify opportunities for improvement.

• Promote equality and diversity in all physical activity initiatives.

• Support community engagement and capacity building within the voluntary sector.

• Gather insights into barriers to physical activity and help design inclusive solutions.

About You

We are looking for someone with:

• Strong leadership, organisational, and communication skills.

• Experience in community development, sport management, or partnership working.

• A proactive approach and ability to work independently.

• Knowledge of behavioural change techniques and marketing principles.

• A commitment to equality, diversity, and continuous improvement.

What We Offer

• A supportive and collaborative working environment.

• Opportunities for professional development.

• Flexible working arrangements.

• The chance to make a meaningful impact on local health and wellbeing.

For an informal discussion regarding this role, please contact The Recruiting manager – Richard Moss on: 07483-174493

The successful applicant will be subject to an Enhanced Disclosure & Barring Service (DBS) check.

The Council is committed to the safeguarding of children and vulnerable adults, and we expect all our employees to share this commitment.

Our values: Trust, Respect, Improving and Learning, and Customer Focus

Castle Point Borough Council is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and vulnerable adults and expects all employees and volunteers to share this commitment.

Castle Point Borough Council is proud to be a disability confident Leader. We're committed to interview all disabled applicants if they meet the minimum requirements of the job. We're also committed to interview all veterans and care leavers, who meet the minimum requirements of the role for which they are applying. Please speak to our Recruiters if you require any reasonable adjustments during the process.

How to apply:This role is being advertised on behalf of Castle Point Borough Council therefore all applications must be submitted via the Castle Point Borough Council website. Please note any applications submitted via the Working for Essex ‘apply’ button will be advised to reapply via the Castle Point Borough Council website.

Please click the link to apply HERE.