Physical Activity (Sports) Manager

Physical Wellbeing (Sports) Manager

Location: Ravenswood Village, Berkshire
Contract: Permanent, Full Time

Hours: 37.5 hours per week, including some weekends
Salary: £30,000 per annum

Interviews: week commencing 10th Nov, 2025

About the Role

At Norwood, we believe that physical activity can change lives. As Physical Wellbeing (Sports) Manager, you’ll lead and develop a diverse programme of physical activity and therapy sessions designed to enhance the health, happiness, and wellbeing of the people we support: adults with learning disabilities, complex needs, and neurodiverse conditions.  You will also oversee the equestrian therapy team and provide supervision and guidance the staff.

Based at our Ravenswood Village, you’ll shape a service that promotes inclusion, independence, and joy through movement.  Working alongside Operational Managers, therapy teams, and volunteers, you’ll ensure that every session, from fitness classes to stables-based therapy, reflects Norwood’s values and the needs of each individual.

This is a unique opportunity to combine your management, creativity, and passion for physical wellbeing in a values-driven charity making a real difference every day.

About Our Adult Services at Ravenswood

Norwood’s Adult Services provide residential and supported living care for adults with learning disabilities, autism, and complex needs.  At Ravenswood Village, our dedicated teams deliver personalised support that promotes independence, wellbeing, and community inclusion.  From daily living skills to creative, therapeutic and physical activities, every experience is designed to help people live their best lives.

About Norwood

Founded in 1795, Norwood is the oldest Jewish charity in the UK. We support and empower neurodiverse children and their families and people with neurodevelopmental disabilities to live their best lives.

At Norwood, you’ll make a real difference every day.  You’ll be part of a supportive and inclusive team, guided by values of kindness, respect, empowerment and belonging. We invest in your growth, care about your wellbeing, and give you the pride of knowing your work changes lives.

Your Day-to-Day

• Design and deliver a wide range of physical activity and wellbeing programmes tailored to individual needs.
• Oversee and support the Physical Activity and Stables teams to deliver high-quality, safe and inclusive sessions.
• Ensure services are well-planned, efficient, and aligned to agreed budgets and KPIs.
• Work collaboratively with Operational Managers and colleagues across Norwood to coordinate activity calendars and events.
• Promote health and wellbeing through local community engagement and Norwood-wide initiatives.
• Monitor performance, track participation, and report on outcomes to inform continuous improvement.
• Develop and maintain standard operating procedures, quality assurance and safety frameworks.
• Support individuals to participate in Norwood Challenges and community activities, ensuring safe and inclusive participation.
• Act as an ambassador for the service, promoting physical wellbeing across Norwood through marketing, events, and partnership working.

About You

Essential:

• Level 3 qualification in sports management, physical activity, or a related discipline.
• Experience in a sports, leisure, or fitness environment.
• Proven ability to lead, motivate and manage a team.
• Passion for promoting physical wellbeing for people with disabilities or complex needs.
• Excellent organisational, communication and leadership skills.
• Ability to adapt, problem-solve and use initiative under pressure.

Desirable:

• Degree in Sports, Physical Activity, or related field.
• Experience working with people who have learning disabilities or are neurodiverse.
• Experience managing a sports or leisure facility.
• Experience in equine therapy or stables management.

Reward & Benefits

• Hybrid and flexible working
• 25 days annual leave + Bank Holidays
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Blue Light Card scheme access
• Cycle to Work scheme
• Free eye tests and eyewear allowance
• Opportunities for development and leadership coaching