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Exercise Practitioner & Group Exercise Coach

Aberdeen
Part-time
3rd May 2026
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Complementary Therapists - North Aberdeenshire

We are currently recruiting Complementary Therapists to work in our Mintlaw centre

Join Clan's Physical Health & Wellbeing Service!!!

Supporting people Impacted by cancer to move, recover, and live well.

Are you a qualified exercise professional who wants to make a genuine difference in people’s lives?

Clan's Physical Health & Wellbeing Service is expanding, and we are looking for compassionate, motivated individuals to join us on a zero-hour contract basis in two roles:

  • Exercise Practitioner
  • Group Exercise Coach

These roles support individuals before, during, and after cancer treatment as well as those in caring roles, helping them maintain both physical and emotional wellbeing. This is more than a fitness role....It’s an opportunity to support people through one of the most challenging periods of their lives, helping them regain strength, confidence, and a sense of control.

This innovative programme is designed to develop, deliver, and evaluate structured physical activity and exercise support for people impacted by cancer.

We recognise that this is not a typical fitness environment. Many clients will be experiencing fatigue, treatment side effects, or emotional distress. Success in this role means:

  • Delivering person -centred, flexible support
  • Working at a pace that feels manageable for the client — not overwhelming
  • Balancing measurable outcomes with empathy and understanding
  • Recognising that some sessions may focus more on listening and emotional support than physical activity

Exercise Practitioner (up to 10 hours per week)

You will provide 1:1 assessments, personalised exercise programmes, and ongoing support helping clients to:

  • Prepare for treatment and/or surgery (prehabilitation)
  • Recover and rebuild post-treatment (rehabilitation)
  • Improve physical function, strength, and confidence throughout treatment
  • Enhance overall quality of life

You’ll adapt sessions in real time based on each client’s physical and emotional needs.

Group Exercise Coach (up to 3 hours per week)

You will deliver inclusive, supportive group sessions that:

  • Encourage safe, accessible movement for all abilities
  • Build confidence and a sense of community
  • Support participants at different stages of treatment and recovery
  • Motivate individuals experiencing fatigue or low energy

Creating a welcoming, non-judgemental environment that nurtures peer support is essential.

  • Flexible, zero-hour contracts
  • The opportunity to be part of a person-centred, impactful service
  • A supportive and collaborative team
  • The chance to contribute to a growing, meaningful programme delivered by a self funded local cancer charity

Closing date Sunday 3rd May. Interviews to be held Tuesday 12th May, with training for successful applicants being held on 27th & 28th May,

Please state in your application which role you are applying for.

Zero Hour Contract

Informal enquiries can be made to kay.johnston@clancancersupport.org

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