Job Description
CLOSING DATE: Sunday 6th July 2025
INTERVIEW DATE: W/C 21st July 2025
The Advanced Gym Instructor is responsible for the daily operation of the gym, delivering personal training, gym inductions, and group exercise sessions.
The role includes providing comprehensive, one-to-one personal fitness assessments and training programmes tailored to clients' needs. The goal is to help clients set and achieve realistic fitness objectives, enabling them to develop and follow personalized goals independently.
Instructors may also be required to deliver some group fitness classes.
Advanced Gym Instructors are expected to work independently, following the guidelines of their certifying organisation and all company policies and procedures.
This role involves a commitment to a structured shift pattern, including dayshifts, backshifts, and weekends, to ensure consistent gym coverage during peak times and maintain high service standards. Some roles may include additional payments due to non-standard shift patterns, which can be discussed at interview.
Requirements
* A degree or equivalent professional qualification in a relevant discipline
* SVQ Level 3 Advanced Gym Instructor Award
* Obligation to obtain PVG scheme membership through Disclosure Scotland before confirmation of appointment
Responsibilities
1. Manage staff rotas and cover
2. Deliver personal training sessions
3. Maintain gym equipment and report faults
4. Ensure cleanliness of the gym through regular checks
5. Develop and provide training programmes
6. Conduct gym inductions for new customers and staff
7. Assist in enhancing the gym environment to improve customer satisfaction and retention
8. Handle administrative and reporting duties
9. Perform any other gym or centre-related tasks as required
The Individual
* Substantial or previous experience in the leisure environment
* Excellent customer service skills
* Knowledge of developing exercises for individuals and groups
* Strong oral communication skills
* Diplomatic and skilled in customer and colleague interactions
* Honesty and reliability
* Excellent organizational skills
* Understanding of confidentiality and discretion
* Routine maintenance skills for fitness equipment and environment
* Aware of exercise-related risks
* Ability to deliver consistent and effective service
* Physical fitness to deliver class content and demonstrate core skills effectively
* Commitment to continuous personal development as per FSLT and professional body standards
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