In collaboration with local organisations, the sport and physical activity local skills plan for Lancashire has been published. The plan aims to support the sector workforce in the area, through identified skills gaps and workforce challenges: https://loom.ly/kc-QaAI

Postnominals – your way to showcase your professional credentials ⭐️ Your postnominal letters are an easy way to provide immediate recognition of your professional status in sport and physical activity. Read more about postnominals and professional status: https://loom.ly/Ct3UOVg

We've joined forces with @activepartnerships.bsky.social, @cimspa.co.uk, @sport-england-se.bsky.social and @ukcoaching.bsky.social to make learning and workforce opportunities in sports and activities more inclusive and empowering for disabled people. www.activityalliance.org.uk/news/10231-u...

Your next edition of Move Professional is live! 🗞️ In this edition, we provide advice for small business owners, explore the world of sports governance, cover how to work with clients with specialist needs, and more. Head to your member dashboard to access it 🔗

In collaboration with local organisation, the sport and physical activity local skills plan for Gloucestershire has been published. The plan aims to support the current and future sector workforce in the area. View the plan here: https://loom.ly/akTmxII

This week, Professor Sir Chris Whitty highlighted that physical activity is one of the most effective tools we have for supporting healthy ageing to the Health and Social Care Committee. Read our response: https://loom.ly/2dg22mQ

The Secretary of State for Work and Pensions has published a letter this week, highlighting the Government's skills priorities and key expectations for Skills England. CIMSPA's Spencer Moore has delved into this publication, with a focus on sport and physical activity: https://loom.ly/r0DNjMM

'What young people say they value most are experiences that feel authentic' Natasha Eason of @cimspa.co.uk on why careers guidance is letting too many young people down

CIMSPA has become the first organisation in the sector to align with the UK Statistics Authority's voluntary Code of Practice for Statistics. This reflects our ongoing commitment to professionalism, transparency and the responsible use of data. Read more: https://loom.ly/dzRnmhc

Higher Education in the post-16 education and skills white paper: explained 💭 In a second blog, Associate Director of Education and Careers Development Natasha Schofield dives into the higher education section of the paper: https://loom.ly/6rmFWI8

We just need to keep connecting the dots. 4 weeks on from the CIMSPA Conference, Tara Dillon FCIMSPA (Chartered) reflects on the day, building credibility in the sector and how we can share our incredible stories ➡️ https://loom.ly/PnLrBcU

The government has announced the introduction of V Levels - Level 3 vocational qualifications that aim to streamline a confusing landscape. Associate Director of Education and Career Development Natasha Schofield MCIMSPA takes a look at these new qualifications 👉 https://loom.ly/EP0ltYQ

"The medical community can identify risks and map out interventions, but it’s the physical activity professionals who bring that plan to life step by step, rep by rep." Our Chief Communications and Engagement Officer Annette Wade-Clarke dives into longevity medicine ➡️ https://loom.ly/3yq6qnM

Data Lens: Real-time intelligence on the UK’s sport and physical activity sector and workforce 📈 Use the data our intelligence platform to access a wide range of live labour market and business intelligence data points Partners can access Data Lens for free: https://loom.ly/Tuu1sE8

Find your next role in sport and physical activity. Check our jobs board with thousands of sector-relevant jobs in the UK ➡️ https://loom.ly/79Hex6g

“I accepted I wasn’t going to make it as a world-class athlete, but that didn’t mean I couldn’t be a world-class coach." Ben Davies MCIMSPA is a Chartered High Performance Coach, who has used his enthusiasm for athletics and his own experience to drive his career forward: https://loom.ly/oH8I30c

The current phase (Phase 3) of Workforce Governance and Registration Scheme Project reached its two-year milestone in April of this year. Read our October 2025 project update: https://loom.ly/1bmb2tw Commissioned by Sport England and UK Sport.

Professional status - what actually is it? Sport, physical activity and active wellbeing professionals can now clearly evidence their knowledge, skills and experience, which are valued by employers and supported by high-quality education providers. Swipe to learn more ➡️

Celebrating our diverse and evolving Further Education Partner network ⭐ Sheffield United Community College officially became our 30th Further Education partner over the summer, marking a significant milestone ➡️ https://loom.ly/fIqferA

We want to ensure that professionals working in sport and physical activity are recognised for their exceptional work in improving the health of the nation. Tara Dillon is calling on all sector professionals to embrace the opportunity to stand out, be recognised, and release their power:

We have signed a memorandum of understanding (MOU) with Careers in Sport 🤝 This new collaboration aims to connect more individuals exploring careers in the sector with high-quality education, training, and employment opportunities. More here 👉 https://loom.ly/00GZAN0

Professional status is here to support employers to attract, recruit, train and retain talented individuals ⭐ Karl Hayes FCIMSPA (Chartered) explains what professional status means for his employees and how it will support their career journey ⬇️

Activity Alliance and the Matt Hampson Foundation will be joining us at the CIMSPA Conference! 🥳 Activity Alliance help organisations understand and remove barriers to participation. The Matt Hampson Foundation provide support, to help people with life-changing sporting activity injuries.

Coming to our Conference next week? We can't wait to see you! Make sure you download the app ahead of the day to keep up to date with speaker and workshop timings - just search 'CIMSPA' in your app store 📱

Professional status is here. But as an employer, where do you begin? Our Associate Director of Business Engagement Clare Dunn MCIMSPA talks through the framework, understanding the levels of professional status and how to weave it in to your practices: https://loom.ly/Isg3cZA

Discover our Inclusive Participation workshops ⛹️ Explore the part that professionals are playing in breaking down barriers to physical activity through talks spotlighting communities, diverse groups and participants who face complex challenges. Find out more here: https://loom.ly/ME23J3A

Meet your latest CIMSPA Conference exhibitors - Coach Core Foundation and the Welsh Sports Association 👋 One week to go! Final tickets remain ➡️ https://loom.ly/2qVkW4o

To obtain and maintain your professional status, you will need to demonstrate that you meet the knowledge and competencies for your occupation as set out in the relevant professional standard. Learn more about professional standards: https://loom.ly/l-RficY

Announcing our headline sponsor... EGYM! EGYM combines smart machines with digital solutions to deliver an AI-driven, personalised workout experience for people of all skill levels. Get the full experience via their interactive stand at the CIMSPA conference – grab your ticket now!

Step up, stand out and use your professional identity. Wondering how to share your professional status? Take a look at our how-to guide on sharing your accreditation credential and how individuals can validate your status ➡️ https://loom.ly/qdXgv4s

Releasing your power. We have introduced professional status for practitioners, managers and leaders in the sport and physical activity sector, to ensure that you are recognised for the great work that you do. Find out how you can get your professional status: https://loom.ly/ZcEmxYk

Your professional status: explained ⭐ Join us for a member exclusive webinar where we will walk you through how you can earn, maintain and progress your status, and how you can showcase it externally. 📆 Thursday 19th September ⏰ 2:30pm – 3:30pm 📧 Invitations are in your email!

CIMSPA's 2024/25 Annual Report, covering our governance, people and finances, is now available 📄 Read it here: https://loom.ly/SPWHyMY

It's officially 2 weeks until we are at King Power Stadium for our CIMSPA Conference 2025! 🎉 We can't wait to hear from our incredible speakers, see our great line up of exhibitors and connect with professionals both in sport and physical activity and allied sectors.

🤝 Introducing... IndigoFitness Specialising in intelligent training spaces, Indigo craft bespoke equipment for health and fitness facilities. Catch them at the CIMSPA Conference on 24 September ➡️ https://loom.ly/B40HGP0

FitPro and 4DLife will be joining us as exhibitors at the CIMSPA Conference! 🥳 Last tickets remain to join us at King Power Stadium 👉 https://loom.ly/2qVkW4o

"In a sector that plays a critical role in supporting national health and wellbeing, professional recognition must be more than symbolic." With less than a week to go until the launch of professional status for the sector, Spencer Moore looks into the foundations behind the credential ⬇️

Will Watt, founder of State of Life, will be joining us at the CIMSPA Conference! Through his keynote session, Measuring what Matters, Will will be discussing how do we prove impact in ways that resonate with policymakers, funders, and the wider public: https://loom.ly/AhmTkyQ

Introducing the CIMSPA Conference 2025 App! 📱 Powered and sponsored by @myFitApp, you can have all event information in one place in your pocket, helping you to seamlessly navigate through your day. Not got your ticket yet? Don’t miss out! 📆 24 September 🎟️ https://loom.ly/B40HGP0 #CIMSPA2025

Statistics which influenced the Greater Manchester local skills plan recommendations 🔢 16% of sport and physical activity job postings in the area have requested sports coaching as a desired skill. Read more about the plan: https://loom.ly/8Wh94a8

Alongside local organisations, we have published the Local Skills Plan for sport and physical activity in Greater Manchester. The sport and physical activity local skills plan aims to support the current and future sector workforce in Greater Manchester. Funded by Sport England.

From Inactive to Empowered - Changing Lives 💪 This workshop will spotlight the powerful role sport and physical activity professionals play in breaking down barriers and supporting individuals who face complex challenges. Book your conference ticket today! 🎟️ https://loom.ly/B40HGP0 #CIMSPA2025

Our workshop centred around our health and active wellbeing theme at the CIMSPA Conference will explore what it truly means to embed mental health support into physical activity delivery. Limited conference tickets remaining – book yours now! 📅 24 September 2025 🎟️ https://loom.ly/B40HGP0

We’re thrilled to announce Dr Punam Krishan as our guest speaker for our CIMSPA Conference 2025! Limited tickets remaining – don’t miss out! 📅 24 September 2025 🎟️ https://loom.ly/B40HGP0 #CIMSPA2025

This month's member webinar will take place on Friday 29 August 💻 We will be joined by @activityalliance.bsky.social‬ to discuss offering accessible and inclusive opportunities to tackle inequality in sport and activities. Register your attendance via your email invitation ✉️

Get professional status ready with the latest round-up of endorsed CPD ✅ From courses on the genetics of physical performance to powerlifting, find learning that will enhance your practice ➡️ https://loom.ly/2j4cs78

🤝 Introducing... Play Their Way Led by the Children’s Coaching Collaborative, Play Their Way aims to kick-start a movement of child-first coaches, organisations and people changing the game from the ground up. 📅 24 September 2025 📍King Power Stadium, Leicester 🎟️ https://loom.ly/B40HGP0

Congratulations to all students receiving their results today, and we hope your hard work has been recognised 🙌 Thanks to our Further Education partners, the future of sport and physical activity is bright! ⭐

Connecting the dots to better health 🔵 🟢 Our panel session at the CIMSPA Conference will bring together leading voices from the world of health to discuss integration with our sector. Find out more about our panellists: https://loom.ly/RT8zSUc

📢 ANNOUNCING 📢 More of our fantastic CIMSPA Conference 2025 speaker line-up, including your host for the day, Meg, main stage panellist, Nick and special guest, Simon. More announcements coming soon! Join us on 24 September and see how they’re Connecting the Dots... 🎟️ https://loom.ly/B40HGP0