Posted: 19 November, 2024
Part-time: 14-21 hours per week (0.4-0.6 FTE)
Salary: £24,000 - £26,000 FTE per annum (dependent on experience and location)
Contract: Fixed term, until 31 March 2026
Location: Lancashire (initially Preston and Hyndburn)
Are you passionate about inclusive cycling and creating opportunities for people of all abilities to enjoy accessible cycling programmes? Join Wheels for All, a national charity dedicated to improving health and wellbeing through community engagement. As our Activity Coordinator (Cycling) you’ll play a vital role in fostering a welcoming environment for participants across Lancashire.
About Us
At Wheels for All, we believe everyone should have the opportunity to enjoy the physical, mental, and social benefits of cycling. For over 30 years, we’ve supported communities, and we’ve developed a network across the UK to create accessible cycling hubs and programmes, ensuring people of all abilities can cycle in safe and welcoming environments.
About the Role
As our Activity Coordinator (Cycling), you will:
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Deliver accessible cycling programmes that cater to children, adults, and individuals with disabilities or long-term conditions.
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Work on community engagement initiatives to expand cycling opportunities in the Lancashire region.
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Recruit, train, and support volunteers, creating a welcoming and collaborative environment.
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Coordinate cycling for health and wellbeing activities to improve participants’ physical and mental health.
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Monitor programme outcomes to ensure quality and impact, contributing to our mission of promoting inclusive cycling initiatives.
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Promote Wheels for All’s commitment to providing safe and enjoyable cycling experiences for all.
What We’re Looking For
Essential:
Experience of working with individuals with disabilities.
A passion for disability support in sports and inclusivity
Excellent organisational and communication
Basic IT skills (Microsoft Office).
Flexibility to adapt and work with a range of stakeholders.
Desirable:
Experience in coordinating cycling or outdoor programmes.
Volunteer management expertise.
Knowledge of health and safety in outdoor activities.
You don’t need to be a cyclist to apply, but you do need to share our vision and enjoy making a difference.
Why Join Us?
We value our team and offer a range of benefits, including:
25 days annual leave (pro-rata), plus public holidays.
Flexible working arrangements.
Employee Assistance Programme for 24/7 support.
Birthday day off and a volunteering day each year.
Access to the Cycle to Work scheme and other wellbeing initiatives.
How to Apply
To apply, please send your CV and a cover letter explaining how you meet the requirements of the role to recruiting@wheelsforall.org.uk by 5pm on Tuesday, 3 December 2024. Alternative formats (e.g., video or audio) are welcomed.
Interviews will be held on Tuesday, 10 December 2024, with timings to be confirmed.
For more information, contact us at recruiting@wheelsforall.org.uk or call 01925 575 628.
No agencies please.
We are currently unable to support visa sponsorships or applications. To be considered for this role, applicants must have the right to work in the UK.
We are an Equal Opportunities Employer
We welcome applications from all backgrounds and are committed to fostering an inclusive and diverse workplace. Wheels for All is a Disability Confident employer and actively encourages applicants from underrepresented groups.
