School Based Trainee - Gym Instructor

Aboriginal Health Council of Western Australia; Griffith City Council; On-site; AUD 30,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

An employment council in Australia is seeking a passionate School Based Trainee – Gym Instructor to gain real-world work experience. This role is for year 10 students heading into Year 11 in 2026 and offers a nationally recognized qualification in fitness. Key responsibilities include supporting patrons in the gym and maintaining a safe environment. Mentorship from qualified professionals is provided, encouraging students to learn and earn while balancing school commitments.

Benefits

Nationally Recognized Qualification

Hands-on Industry Experience

Flexible work-study balance

Mentorship from qualified professionals

Qualifications

• Must be a current year 10 student heading into year 11 in 2026.
• Possess strong communication and organisational skills.
• Show a positive attitude and willingness to learn.

Responsibilities

• Assist in keeping the gym safe and maintaining equipment.
• Deliver friendly and professional customer service.
• Support and supervise patrons during gym sessions.
• Report any safety concerns or equipment issues to the team.

Skills

Strong communication skills

Organisational skills

Positive attitude

Reliability

Education

Current high school student

Job description

SCHOOL BASED TRAINEE – GYM INSTRUCTOR

Are you a year 10 student (heading into Year 11 in 2026) who is passionate about health and fitness and ready to get a head start on your future? Council’s School Based Traineeships are a great way to gain real‑world work experience while you’re still at school!

We’re offering an exciting opportunity for a passionate and reliable high school student to join our team as a Gym Instructor Trainee. This is your chance to earn a nationally recognised qualification while gaining valuable, hands‑on industry experience.

Does this sound like you? Don’t miss this awesome opportunity to learn, earn, and get ahead!

What you will be doing:

• Assist in keeping the gym safe and equipment well‑maintained
• Deliver friendly and professional customer service
• Support and supervise patrons during gym sessions and programs
• Report any safety concerns or equipment issues to the team

What you will gain:

• A Nationally Recognised Qualification (Certificate III in Fitness)
• Hands‑on Industry Experience in a real gym environment
• Mentorship from qualified fitness professionals
• Flexible work‑study balance – fits around your school timetable

Remuneration:

In accordance with clause 32D of the Local Government (State) Award 2023.

To be successful in this position:

• Be a current high school student commencing year 11 in 2026
• Have strong communication and organisational skills
• Have a positive attitude and willingness to learn
• Be reliable and able to manage school and work commitments

Applications close on Monday 8 December 2025. All applications must be submitted online via the link provided.

If you have any questions about the position, please contact Craig Tilston on 1300 176 077.

Council is an Equal Employment Opportunity and Child Safe Organisation. We are committed to building a workplace culture that values diversity and inclusion, and welcome applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, workers of all ages, people with disabilities, people who identify as LGBTIQIA+ and those from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds. People with disability are encouraged to reach out so they can be supported in recruitment processes, to enable them to demonstrate their skills and capabilities to meet the requirements of the job.