£34,877.18 - £40,497.04
Location: Emirates Arena, 1000 London Road, G40 3HG
Ref: GLA13876
Glasgow Life is looking for a Sport & Physical Activity Development Officer to join us on 35 hours (full time), (permanent) contract. As a Sport & Physical Activity Development Officer you will be joining our in-demand Community Cohesion Team. You will be part of a dedicated team which supports the development & delivery of programmes across Glasgow Sport
More about our Sport teams
As a Sport & PA Development Officer you’ll be joining our Glasgow Life Sport team, playing your part in encouraging people to live an active Glasgow life. Through sport and physical activity, we promote inclusion and wellbeing throughout the city. From Glasgow Club to our Learn to Swim programmes, the services we provide allow people to experience the life-changing benefits of participating in sports at all levels. Read more on our website. https://www.glasgowlife.org.uk/sport
About Glasgow Life
Glasgow Life is the charity which inspires people to lead richer, more active lives through culture and sport. Simply put, we believe that everyone deserves a great Glasgow life. We do this by delivering innovative cultural and sporting programmes and events which improve the mental, physical, and economic well-being of Glasgow. Glasgow Life also creates unforgettable experiences for tourists, strengthening the city’s visitor economy. We stage world-class events, conferences and festivals which enhance Glasgow’s international reputation. Glasgow is the first city to be named European Capital of Sport twice sport and was also the first place in the UK to be named a UNESCO City of Music.
The role
As a Sport & PA Development Officer you’ll be an integral part of the team by ensuring the provision reflects the values and objectives of the organisation. Reporting to Senior Health & Wellbeing Development Officer and working alongside an established team.
The candidate
If you’re interested in joining us as a Sport & Physical Activity Development Officer, you’ll need:
- Professional qualification in sport, play, physical activity, health, education or community development, or equivalent relevant experience.
- Previous experience in development, delivery & management of sports, health & wellbeing programmes
- Evidence of delivering results in relation to targets in the field of sports development & Physical Activity
- Evidence of working with clubs and community groups
- Experience of working with voluntary and third sector organisations
- Experience of supervision and/or developing the skills and capacity of others involved in delivery of programmes
Our city-wide contracts mean you will be flexible to work in any of our locations.
We offer hybrid working for some roles, with teams working between the office and home. Your line manager will agree these days with you, if suitable. This balance enables you to continue much-needed collaborative working.
Our Emirates Arena Office has great links to public transport/free parking.
This role is working 35 Hours Mon-Fri (9-5), with occasional evening & weekend working.
We believe in the transformational power of the programmes and events we provide for the people and visitors of Glasgow. If you would like to be a part of what we do, we’d love to hear from you.
To apply for this vacancy online please visit Sport & Physical Activity Development Officer - GLA13876 | Glasgow Life | myjobscotland
Closing date is 11.59pm on Sunday 13th July 2025.
Information is available in alternative formats, on request.