Gym Instructor

Gym Instructor,

**Salary: £25,183 - £26,409 pro rata, per annum**

**Hours: Part time 28.5 hours,**

**Contract: Fixed term - 9 Months**

**Location: Harrogate Leisure Centre**

Are you passionate about fitness and helping others achieve their health goals? Do you thrive in a dynamic, people-focused environment? Join us at Active North Yorkshire and become a key part of our team

**What You'll Do**:
As a **Gym Instructor**, you’ll be at the heart of creating a positive and safe gym experience for all customers. Whether you’re guiding members through personalised fitness programs, ensuring the gym environment is maintained, or motivating individuals to reach their fitness potential, your role will directly impact the health and well-being of our community. You’ll work as part of a friendly, supportive team, providing excellent customer service and adhering to health and safety procedures at all times.

**Key Responsibilities Include**:

- **Customer Support**: Supervise gym users, offer one-to-one fitness guidance, and create tailored workout plans to help them achieve their goals.
- **Safety & Supervision**: Ensure the gym environment remains safe, monitor users and equipment, and ensure all safety procedures are followed.
- **Promotions & Sales**: Contribute to membership growth and retention by promoting gym services, special events, and membership offers.
- **Facility Maintenance**: Ensure cleanliness and proper maintenance of gym equipment and facilities.
- **Team Collaboration**: Work with a supportive team to maintain high levels of customer service and foster a welcoming atmosphere.

**What We're Looking For**:
**Essential**:

- Level 2 Gym Instructor qualification.
- Strong communication skills and a customer-focused attitude.
- Enthusiastic, reliable, and approachable with a passion for fitness and health.
- Ability to work independently and take initiative.
- Flexibility to work evenings, weekends, and bank holidays as required.

**Desirable**:

- Additional qualifications such as Level 3 Exercise Referral or First Aid.
- Previous experience in a fitness environment.
- Knowledge of health and safety procedures in a gym setting.
- Sales or promotional experience in a leisure or fitness setting.

**Why Join Us?**

At **Active North Yorkshire**, we’re committed to the development of our team members. As part of our large, supportive organization, you’ll have opportunities for career growth, continuous learning, and a real impact on the community’s health and wellness.
- **Supportive Team Environment**: Work in a collaborative, team-oriented atmosphere.
- **Career Development**: Access to training, apprenticeships, and coaching to help you grow in your role.
- **Attractive Benefits**: Enjoy 28 days of annual leave (rising to 34 days with service), public holidays off, and a generous local government pension scheme.

**How to Apply**:
**Key Dates**:
**Closing Date**: 17.02.2025

**Interviews**: Week Commencing 24.02.2025.

We are committed to meeting the needs of our diverse community and aim to have a workforce reflecting this diversity. We are also committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and adults. We expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.

North Yorkshire Council (NYC) advertise vacancies on behalf of schools and external organisations (third parties) in North Yorkshire. NYC are not responsible for the recruitment/employment practices of third parties and accept no liability in relation to the vacancy and any subsequent recruitment/employment processes. Enquiries regarding the vacancy or practices should be made directly with the third party.

**Job Types**: Part-time, Fixed term contract

Pay: £25,183.00-£26,409.00 per year

**Benefits**:

- Company pension

Flexible language requirement:

- English not required

**Education**:

- GCSE or equivalent (preferred)

**Experience**:

- Personal Training: 1 year (preferred)

Work Location: In person