Seniors Gym – Senior Exercise Physiologist

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About the Opportunity
We have an exciting opportunity for a Senior Exercise Physiologist to join our Allied Health team, working with client in their own homes and in Social Support Groups.

This role provides leadership and direction across all Seniors Gym services, including community health initiatives and the development of targeted programs to support service growth.

You will play a key role in guiding and supporting the professional development of our Exercise Physiologists, Exercise Scientists, Personal Trainers, and student placements, helping to build a high‑performing and client‑focused team.

This is a full-time role based in the Eastern Suburbs of Sydney and would require travel to support seniors gym team across NSW/ACT.

Key responsibilities include:

• Lead and manage a team of Exercise Physiologists and staff in delivering health and fitness programs to maximize health, fitness and social outcomes for clients across community and gym environments.
• Ensure services and opportunities for growth or change are aligned with budgets and liaise with Service Managers regarding service developments.
• Provision of health education, advice and support to enhance health and well-being including nutritional advice in line with national nutrition guidelines and information on relevant prescribed medicines.
• Provision of clinical exercise prescription, for those with existing chronic and complex medical conditions and injuries.
• Diagnose, assess and develop care plans for individuals and groups to promote a more independent lifestyle.
• Liaising with healthcare professional, such as GPs, nurses and occupational therapist to ensure detailed and specific care plans are formulated and monitored.

What we are looking for

• We would like the successful candidate to be Tertiary qualified in Exercise Science specialising in Exercise Physiology.
• This successful candidate will also have Accreditation as an Accredited Exercise Physiologist with Exercise and Sport Science Australia (ESSA).
• We also require the successful candidate to hold a valid First Aid and CPR certificates and an Australian Drivers Licence.

What you will have

• Four or more years’ experience in your field of expertise
• Working knowledge of gym equipment
• Ability to organise and conduct health screening and functional assessments
• Computer Skills – Microsoft Office and Outlook

About Uniting

Uniting NSW.ACT contributes to the work and mission of the Uniting Church in NSW and the ACT through social justice advocacy, community services and spiritual care. We provide care and support for people through all ages and stages of life, with a focus on people experiencing disadvantage and vulnerability. Our purpose is to inspire people, enliven communities and confront injustice.

Uniting is a Child Safe Organisation committed to promoting the safety, wellbeing and inclusion of children and young people.

Empowered by diversity

At Uniting, inclusion isn’t just something we value – it’s how we work. Our culture and practice reflect the vibrant diversity of our colleagues, and the clients and communities we serve.

What to expect

Please know that employment with Uniting requires:

• A National Police Check
• Reference checks
• Working with Children Check
• NDIS Working Check
• Other pre-employment screenings

How to apply

If you see yourself in this role, we’d love to hear from you. Just click on the ‘Apply now’ button, fill out your details and submit. Once you apply, we’ll keep you up to date on how your application is progressing. We encourage applications from people who identify as Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander.