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CIMSPA @cimspa.co.uk · Jan 23

You're invited... ✉️
To join us at Connecting the Dots as we explore the integral role of the sport, physical activity and active wellbeing sector at the CIMSPA Conference 2025!

📅 24 September 2025
📍 King Power Stadium, Leicester
🎟️ cimspa.co.uk/cimspa2025

#CIMSPA2025

CIMSPA @cimspa.co.uk · 4d

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

CIMSPA @cimspa.co.uk · 5d

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

Reposted by CIMSPA

FE Week @feweek.bsky.social · 29d

'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

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CIMSPA @cimspa.co.uk · 7d

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

CIMSPA @cimspa.co.uk · 11d

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

CIMSPA @cimspa.co.uk · 12d

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

CIMSPA @cimspa.co.uk · 13d

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

CIMSPA @cimspa.co.uk · 17d

"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

Longevity medicine - CIMSPA

What it means and why the physical activity profession has a big part to play, by Annette Wade-Clarke, Chief Communications and Engagement Officer, CIMSPA

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CIMSPA @cimspa.co.uk · 19d

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

CIMSPA @cimspa.co.uk · 20d

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

CIMSPA @cimspa.co.uk · 24d

“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

CIMSPA @cimspa.co.uk · 25d

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.

CIMSPA @cimspa.co.uk · 27d

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 ➡️

CIMSPA @cimspa.co.uk · 28d

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

CIMSPA @cimspa.co.uk · Oct 2

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:

Professional status – you asked for it, now it's time to act - CIMSPA

Tara Dillon, CEO, CIMSPA, is calling on sport, physical activity and active wellbeing professionals to embrace the opportunity to be recognised as true professionals.

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CIMSPA @cimspa.co.uk · Oct 1

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

CIMSPA @cimspa.co.uk · Sep 30

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 ⬇️

CIMSPA @cimspa.co.uk · Sep 22

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.

CIMSPA @cimspa.co.uk · Sep 20

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 📱

CIMSPA @cimspa.co.uk · Sep 19

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

CIMSPA @cimspa.co.uk · Sep 18

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

CIMSPA @cimspa.co.uk · Sep 17

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

CIMSPA @cimspa.co.uk · Sep 17

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

CIMSPA @cimspa.co.uk · Sep 16

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!

CIMSPA @cimspa.co.uk · Sep 15

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