Job Description
Yoga Instructor
St Francis' College, Letchworth Garden City, Hertfordshire
Part Time Contract - Days/Hours to be Discussed at Interview
St Francis' College is seeking to appoint a qualified, enthusiastic and professional Yoga Instructor to deliver engaging, inclusive and supportive yoga sessions for students. This is an exciting opportunity to contribute to the wellbeing of young people within a thriving independent day and boarding school community.
The successful candidate will be responsible for planning and delivering safe and enjoyable yoga sessions that promote flexibility, strength, balance, mobility and overall wellbeing. They will be able to adapt sessions to meet varying abilities and create a positive environment that encourages participation, confidence and personal development.
Key Responsibilities:
• Plan and deliver high-quality yoga sessions suitable for participants' needs and abilities.
• Demonstrate yoga postures, breathing techniques, relaxation and mindfulness practices.
• Provide clear instruction and appropriate modifications for different fitness levels, abilities and physical limitations.
• Create a safe, inclusive and positive environment for all participants.
• Monitor technique and provide guidance to support safe practice.
• Prepare teaching spaces and ensure equipment is used safely.
• Promote participant wellbeing, confidence and enjoyment.
• Maintain professional standards, punctuality and effective communication.
• Follow all relevant health and safety, safeguarding and emergency procedures.
• Gather feedback and adapt sessions where appropriate.
Essential Qualifications and Experience:
• A recognised yoga teaching qualification, such as a 200-hour Yoga Teacher Training (YTT) certificate or equivalent.
• Current public liability and professional indemnity insurance appropriate to yoga instruction.
• A valid First Aid qualification.
• Good knowledge of yoga postures, breathing techniques, class sequencing and safe practice.
• Strong communication, interpersonal and group management skills.
• A commitment to inclusive practice and participant safety.
• The ability to build positive relationships with children and young people while maintaining appropriate professional boundaries.
Desirable:
• Experience delivering yoga classes within a school, leisure centre, studio or community setting.
• Additional training in yoga disciplines such as Hatha, Vinyasa, Yin or Restorative Yoga.
• Experience adapting sessions for beginners and participants with differing needs.
• Relevant safeguarding training and experience working with children and young people.
How to Apply
To apply for this position, please visit:
Application Link: https://applicant.website/i/65A755/vacancy-info/0000001435
For an informal discussion about the role, please contact Danni Joyce - danielle@inspiredlearninggroup.co.uk
St Francis' College is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. The successful applicant will be required to undergo an enhanced DBS check, satisfactory references and all other safer recruitment checks in line with statutory guidance and the College's safeguarding policies. Employment is subject to these checks being completed to the College's satisfaction.