Gym Instuctor

Open in Early 2026, Barnsley Youth Zone is dedicated to young people and makes a bold statement about the importance of giving young people high quality places to go in their leisure time. Open 7 days a week including school holidays, the Youth Zone’s purpose is to help young people grow to be happy, healthy and successful adults. The state of the art £10 million building provides young people with facilities that are second to none delivering over twenty sporting, artistic, cultural and general recreational activities each session. Offering young people the opportunity to try new things, meet new friends and gain support from friendly, warm and positive staff and volunteers.

Do you have a passion for fitness and want to inspire young people to lead healthy, active lives? We’re looking for **Sessional Youth Workers - Gym & Fitness** to deliver fun, safe, and engaging sessions in our brand-new gym space, equipped with cardio, resistance, weights, and functional training equipment. You’ll run gym inductions, workouts, fitness classes, tasters, and competitions that motivate young people aged 8-19 (or up to 25 with SEND) to get active, build confidence, and develop healthy habits for life. You’ll also promote health and wellbeing while ensuring the gym is safe, clean, and well-maintained.

You’ll need a Level 2 Gym Instructing qualification, along with experience delivering fitness sessions, classes, or gym-based programmes. Just as importantly, you’ll bring the energy and confidence to inspire young people of all abilities, plus experience working with ages 8-19 (or up to 25 with SEND). Knowledge of safeguarding, health & safety, and best practice in a gym environment is essential, with training provided.

**Job Type**: Part-time

Pay: £12.21-£13.00 per hour

Expected hours: 4.5 - 24.5 per week

Application question(s):

- Do you have a gym instructing qualification?

Work Location: In person