Move More Coordinator (2 posts)

Active Partnership; Matlock; Hybrid; GBP 25,000 - 28,000; Part time

Job summary

A local government organization is seeking two part-time Move More Coordinators to implement the Move More Derbyshire Dales Strategy, delivering physical activities for various community groups. Candidates should have strong communication skills, a Level 2 coaching certificate, and the ability to independently lead engaging sessions. The roles require a proactive leadership style and a passion for enhancing community involvement in sports. Positions are temporary until March 31, 2027, and involve working primarily in the community.

Qualifications

• Capable of leading sessions independently.
• Knowledge of delivering engaging activity sessions.
• Experience working collaboratively with partners.

Responsibilities

• Deliver a variety of physical activities.
• Target various groups including those inactive or with disabilities.
• Enhance people's experience of sport and physical activity.

Skills

Communication skills

Leadership style

Organisational skills

Partnership working

Creative activity session delivery

Education

Level 2 National Governing Body coaching certificate

Job description

Derbyshire Dales District Council are recruiting two new Move More Coordinators to join our team and deliver our new Move More Derbyshire Dales Strategy which is currently in co-production. The 2 roles are part time and will deliver a variety of physical activities across the Derbyshire Dales. This position will include weekend and evening delivery when required.

Location Derbyshire Dales District Council, Town Hall, Bank Road, Matlock, DE4 3NN Contact Name Katie Burns Contact Telephone [phone] Contact Email [e-mail]

Salary £25,989 to £27,254 Grade 5: (SCP 6 - 9) £25,989 - £27,254 per annum, pro rata Hours Part Time Contract Contract/Temporary (Temporary - Due to funding until 31st March 2027) Placed On Wed 17th December, 2025 Closes 12:00am - Sun 18th January, 2026 Sport / Activity Tennis , Multi-Activity Job Reference JOB/25/03875 Interview Date Wed 4th February, 2026

Contract 1: Starts Immediately to 31st March 2027 (Temporary Contract – subject to funding).
Contract 2: Starts 1st April 2026 to 31st March 2027 (Temporary Contract – subject to funding).
The Move More Coordinators will deliver sports and activities to all ages and abilities. Targeting different groups from the inactive, people with long term conditions or disabilities, women and girls, youth diversionary, events and festivals, and sports specific programmes e.g. Tennis & Pickleball.

We're looking for great communication skills, lots of energy and a proactive leadership style that will positively enhance people's experience of sport and physical activity. We are looking for self-motivated and dedicated individuals, passionate about sport and physical activity and their ability to engage people across all ages. We welcome applications from those who thrive on new challenges and the opportunity to make change, while demonstrating empathy and understanding of challenges and barriers to participation.

The successful candidate should hold a Level 2 National Governing Body coaching certificate and be capable to lead sessions independently.

The successful candidates will have knowledge and experience of creating and delivering engaging activity sessions and working collaboratively with partners. You will need to be bold and innovative, have excellent organisational, communication and partnership working skills.

This position is based in the Sports Development section of the Community Development department in the District Council Offices, Matlock. However, the majority of the work will be out in the community.

If you are unable to apply online, please contact Oana Bradley on 01629 761155 or email [e-mail] for an application form.

For further information about the role please e-mail/call [e-mail] (The office is closed for enquiries between 19th December and the 5th January). Tel: [phone]

Provisional Interview Date: Wednesday 04 and Thursday 05 February 2026