Vacancy: Health and wellbeing activator (kickstart scheme)

As part of the Kickstart job scheme, we are looking to recruit a full-time health and wellbeing activator to support the Community Sports Trust in its delivery of the programme.  

The post holder will continue to develop health-related activities within Bournemouth and the surrounding areas, undertaking the strategic development objectives. 

Job purpose: 

To contribute to the health of the local community by supporting the development and delivery of the Community Sports Trust’s heath programmes and extending the reach of sessions to sections of the community who would benefit the most. 

Main duties:  

• Act as advocate for AFC Bournemouth’s Community Sports Trust and our network in promoting our reach and ability to improve the health of the communities we serve.
• Contribute to delivering and developing one or more health and wellbeing programme(s).
• Develop creative ways to promote and market the project to engage participants to meet the intended programme outcomes.
• Build positive relationships with participants to recruit, engage and retain them on the programme(s).
• Establish effective and reliable referral relationships with a variety of partners including social prescribing link workers, mental health services, GPs and voluntary organisations.
• Collect and provide data for project reporting.
• Support efforts to develop connections to other likeminded organisations.
• Work with the CCO marketing and communications function at to create ways to share news about the programme(s).
• Undertake other tasks and duties commensurate with the level of the post and as agreed and directed.
• Attend relevant training courses and commit to relevant continual professional development.
• Comply with all necessary policies and procedures of CCO. 

AFC Bournemouth’s Community Sports Trust is committed to safeguarding the welfare of children and adults at risk and require all employees to share this commitment and promote the welfare of these groups. 

Essential skills, experience and qualifications: 

• Understanding of the lifestyle habits that contribute to good health. (Essential)
• Understanding of the value of partnership working and the ability to collaborate. (Essential)
• Ability to plan workload and work to deadlines and targets. (Essential)
• Ability to be self-sufficient when using standard IT software (word processing, spreadsheets, databases, e-mail and hardware. (Essential)
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills. (Essential)
• Highly motivated, keen to inspire and enthuse others to engage in health enhancing behaviours. (Essential)
• Able to work independently and as part of a team. (Essential)
• Flexible and adaptable attitude towards work, willingness to work occasional unsociable hours at evening and weekends. (Essential)
• Commitment to equality and diversity. (Essential)
• Driving Licence. (Desirable)
• Understanding of how COVID-19 has impacted on public health and the wider determinants of health. (Desirable)
• Awareness of relevant national strategies and programmes. (Desirable)
• An understanding of sport and physical activity participation rates and the issues affecting them and how we can use the profile and reach of professional football to engage target audiences. (Desirable)
• Knowledge of barriers individuals may face when accessing mental health related programmes. (Desirable)

Applicants will need to have a flexible approach to work and be able to work evenings and weekends. In return for your dedication to this role, we will support the development of the successful candidate.

Applicants must also be part of the Kickstart job vacancy scheme, aged 18-24 years old and currently on universal credit. Individuals must also contact their Kickstart work coach regarding the position.

To apply please email your CV and a covering letter to, Luke Simpson: [email protected]

AFC Bournemouth Community Sports Trust values the diversity of its workforce and welcomes applications for all sectors of the community (Equality Act 2010).

AFC Bournemouth Community Sports Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share the same commitment.

All positions with AFC Bournemouth Community Sports Trust are offered only on successful completion of an enhanced DBS check.