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- Suffolk County Council - Address: Endeavour House, Ipswich IP1 2BX - Hybrid - Salary: £34,434- £40,777 per annum (pro rata for part time) - Hours: 37 hours per week – Flexible working options available - Contract: PermanentWe are passionate about improving the future for our customers, our communities and the environment. If you are too, join Suffolk Fire and Rescue Service as a Fitness Advisor and make a huge and meaningful impact. Your innovation and drive will help us to continue improving and evolving. Our opportunities and support will enable you to make a difference and leave a positive, lasting legacy.Your Role and Responsibilities As a Fitness Advisor, you will play a vital role in supporting the physical health, fitness, and wellbeing of operational staff across Suffolk Fire and Rescue Service. You will help ensure personnel meet the physical requirements of their roles, contributing to operational readiness and injury prevention. You will be based at Endeavour House with hybrid working options and occasional evening duties at on-call stations. You will: - conduct operational fitness assessments aligned with NFCC standards - deliver tailored training programmes to improve and maintain fitness - support staff returning from injury with recovery plans - provide guidance on safe movement and job-specific strength and endurance - maintain accurate records and oversee gym equipment compliance - assist with wellbeing initiatives and health campaigns - contribute to recruitment, training, and promotion processes - collaborate with Occupational Health, HR, and Training teams - attend fire stations during evenings to support on-call crews - stay current with best practices in operational fitness and wellbeing.You will need: - Level 3 Diploma in Personal Training (or equivalent REPs/CIMSPA-accredited qualification) - to be proactive, self-motivated, and committed to continuous improvement - evidence of CPD in fitness, wellbeing, or health promotion - to communicate clearly and confidently with a wide range of people - to work well independently and as part of a team - to bring creativity and innovation to their work - to be flexible and adaptable to changing needs and environments - First Aid at Work certification (Desirable) - Mental Health First Aid or equivalent. (Desirable) - Instructional or Coaching Qualification. (Desirable). You can view a full list of requirements in theJob and Person Profile (Word).If you believe you can succeed in this role, apply. Even if you don't meet all requirements, still apply. We would appreciate the opportunity to consider your application.The Team You will be part of a professional team that collaborates across all departments. The team is experienced, approachable, and committed to supporting staff well-being. With an evidence-led approach, the team delivers fitness programs, injury prevention strategies, mental health support, and lifestyle advice to ensure staff are fit for duty and life. The team supports new recruits, on-call crews, and experienced personnel returning to operational roles, fostering an inclusive culture where health and performance coexist. Their work is essential in maintaining the readiness, safety, and effectiveness of the service 24 hours a day, throughout the county.Empowering Everyone We are big believers in potential, possibility and the power of different ideas. We are always searching for ways to encourage, respect and enable everyone to be the best they can be. We want to represent the diverse communities we serve. We welcome applications from all individuals, especially those from groups that are currently underrepresented in the organisation, as shown in our Workforce Equality Report.For more information If you have any questions about the role and your suitability, please contact, Simon Paterson by emailing: or by calling 014732 65525. You can also contact Zoe Rogers by emailing: to apply Step 1 - Read the Job and Person Profile (JPP) (Word). Step 2 - Click ‘Apply Now’ to start your online application. Step 3 - Complete the Supporting Statement template indicating how your skills and experience meet the requirements of the role (refer to the ‘Person Profile’ section of the JPP) Step 4 - Upload a CV (without name and personal details). Please note: Without a supporting statement and CV, your interest will not be progressed. Any supporting documents must be in either PDF or MS Word format. We value authentic applications that showcase your genuine skills and experiences. Applications suspected of being generated by AI may be rejected. We encourage you to present your own work and ideas throughout the application process. If you require any reasonable adjustments to the application process before the next selection stage, please contact our Recruitment Team by emailing or calling 03456 014412.If you are invited to the next stage of selection, you will have another opportunity to request adjustments for the next stages of the process.Closing date:11.30 pm, 20 August 2025.Promoted as FJ (Featured Job) on Suffolk Jobs Direct.This authority is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. DBS (Disclosure and Barring Service) checks or police vetting will be required for relevant posts. #LI-Hybrid As a modern and effective council, we offer a wide variety of careers to suit people with a range of skills, abilities and ambitions. We offer working options that flex to reflect the way people work today and take the time to understand and support your individual needs. We’re driven to make a positive difference to the world around us and encourage everyone with drive and focus to join us and build an influential and impactful career. Reimagine the possibilities. In return, you’ll enjoy:up to 29 days annual leave entitlement (pro rata), plus UK bank holidays and two paid volunteering days membership of a competitive Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS) travel, lifestyle, health and wellbeing benefits performance-related annual pay progression, in addition to an annual cost-of-living pay increase training and encouragement to expand your knowledge a variety of career development opportunities across our organisation diverse and active staff networks flexible working options, with the right to request flexible working from your first dayPlus lots more!If you want to know more about our benefits, values and equality commitments please visit our Suffolk County Council careers website (careers.Suffolk.gov.uk).#J-18808-Ljbffr