Wanted - Shibashi instructors
Could you help older adults stay active, healthy and connected?
The Ageing Well Programme is looking for enthusiastic individuals to become Shibashi Instructors and lead gentle exercise sessions for older adults across East Lothian.
What is Shibashi?
Shibashi is a gentle form of exercise that combines flowing movements, breathing and relaxation techniques. It can help improve:
- balance and stability
- flexibility and mobility
- confidence and wellbeing
- social connection and community involvement
No Shibashi qualification? No problem! If you're passionate about health, wellbeing and supporting older people, we'd love to hear from you.
- we'll fund your Shibashi Instructor training
- full support and mentoring from the Ageing Well team
- opportunities to lead classes in your local community
- paid instructor opportunities available after training
We're looking for people who:
- enjoy working with older adults
- are friendly, patient and encouraging
- have an interest in health and wellbeing
- can commit to delivering classes within their local community following training
Interested? We'd love to hear from you and have an informal chat about the opportunity.
Please email pwoodger@eastlothian.gov.uk or phone 07718 117585.
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Free course on Children and Young People's rights
Suitable for staff, volunteers, and anyone with an interest in children's rights from East Lothian
East Lothian Works and Edinburgh College are pleased to offer the Children and Young People: Rights and Protection Course (SCQF Level 5).
This course is ideal for those currently volunteering or working in relevant sectors who wish to gain a qualification, as well as individuals without previous experience who would like to develop their knowledge of children's rights and protection.
Course Details:
Location: Musselburgh East Community Learning Centre
Day: Monday
Time: 12:30pm to 2:30pm
Start Date: 24 August 2026
End Date: 11 January 2027
Benefits of the course:
- gain a recognised SCQF Level 5 qualification
- access East Lothian Works employability support services
- become enrolled as an Edinburgh College student
- develop knowledge of children's rights, wellbeing, and protection
- enhance your skills and future career opportunities
If you're a staff member interested in gaining a qualification, or if you work with someone who may benefit from this opportunity, please feel free to share this information.
To find out more or apply, please get in touch by emailing elworks@eastlothian.gov.uk or calling 01620 827262.