Cardiac Rehabilitation Exercise Practitioner

Cardiac Rehabilitation Exercise Practitioner

Make It Count Marketing invites applicants for the role of Cardiac Rehabilitation Exercise Practitioner at the University Hospitals of North Midlands (UHNM).

Job Summary

University Hospitals of North Midlands cannot currently provide sponsorship. If you hold a graduate visa, you may apply provided you have at least six months before your visa expires at the start of employment. UHNM is an inclusive employer providing equal opportunities.

The role offers an exciting opportunity for a committed, highly-motivated exercise practitioner with an interest in cardiac rehabilitation and prior experience of patients managing long-term conditions in a gym environment. Experience of exercise prescription, individual or group patient education on lifestyle, health and well-being would be advantageous.

Main duties of the job

• Conduct clinical screening and exercise assessments for individuals with cardiac disease and related comorbidities.
• Supervise patients during the exercise component of the cardiac rehabilitation programme.
• Monitor, record and progress patients\’ exercise programmes in accordance with agreed guidelines, protocols and treatment regimes.
• Support senior exercise staff to ensure the exercise component is clinically effective and of high quality.
• Prepare and deliver holistic health promotion and patient education for individuals attending cardiac rehabilitation and their carers.
• Provide advice to patients and carers in a variety of settings.
• Participate in local service audit, evaluation and research.

Essential Qualifications

• Level 3 qualification in Sport and Exercise Science or a relevant discipline.
• Registered Exercise Professional – level 2 & 3 exercise instructor.

Desirable Qualifications

• Degree in Sport and Exercise Science or related discipline.
• BACPR Specialist Exercise Instructor Level 4 Cardiac qualification.

Knowledge, Skills, Training and Experience

• Knowledge of the aetiology, pathophysiology, epidemiology, diagnosis and management of CHD and related comorbidities.
• Knowledge of exercise pre-screening, assessment, supervision and demonstration for individuals with cardiac disease.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and handle sensitive situations.
• Ability to recognise own limitations and seek advice when necessary.
• Understanding of the causes, processes and risk factors of cardiac disease (desirable).
• Ability to travel to and work across multiple sites.

Personal Qualities

• Support and enable effective teamwork.
• Capable of managing emotional and distressing circumstances.
• Adaptable to travel between sites.

Job Details

Date posted: 21 November 2025

Pay scheme: Agenda for change

Band: 4

Salary: £27,485 to £30,162 per annum

Contract: Fixed term, 12 months

Working pattern: Full-time

Reference number: 205-7609127

Job location: Royal Stoke Hospital, Newcastle Road, Stoke-on-Trent, ST4 6QG

Disclosure and Barring Service Check required. Commencement subject to standard criminal record checks.