Female Wellbeing and Fitness Coach

Female Wellbeing and Fitness Coach

Posted for HARP (Homeless Action Resource Project)

Posted by Volunteer Essex

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About the Role
As a Female Wellbeing & Fitness Volunteer, you will work alongside the THRIVE team to support and encourage female residents to engage in physical activity and wellbeing sessions.
This role focuses on building confidence, motivation, and trust, helping individuals take part in activities that support both their physical and mental wellbeing.
Engagement can sometimes be challenging, so this role is ideal for someone who is patient, encouraging, and able to create a supportive and positive environment.
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Key Responsibilities
• Supporting the delivery of wellbeing and fitness sessions alongside staff
• Encouraging female residents to take part and stay engaged
• Helping to create a safe, supportive, and inclusive environment
• Supporting individuals who may feel anxious or unsure about joining in
• Assisting with setting up and packing away sessions
• Working closely with the THRIVE team and other volunteers
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Optional Additional Involvement (Where Appropriate)
For volunteers who hold relevant qualifications and insurance, there may be opportunities to:
• Deliver small group sessions or 1:1 support
• Lead activities in collaboration with the THRIVE team
Any additional responsibilities would be agreed in advance with staff to ensure appropriate support and safeguarding is in place.
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What You’ll Gain
• Experience supporting wellbeing-focused activities
• Opportunity to build meaningful relationships
• Development of communication, patience, and motivational skills
• Insight into the challenges individuals may face and how to support them
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Support & Training
• Full induction provided
• Ongoing support from THRIVE team
• Opportunities for further development and training
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Expenses
Travel expenses will be reimbursed in line with HARP’s volunteer expenses policy.

What skills do I need?

What We’re Looking For
• Patient, encouraging, and non-judgemental approach
• Ability to motivate and engage others
• Understanding that engagement can take time
• Experience working with people (beneficial but not essential)
• Reliable and positive attitude
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