Assistant Gym Manager

PureGym; St Albans; On-site; GBP 27,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading fitness brand in St Albans is seeking an enthusiastic Assistant Gym Manager to enhance member experience and develop staff. The ideal candidate will have a Level 2 qualification in gym instructing and a passion for fitness. This role focuses on team leadership, service excellence, and contributing to the gym's growth. Join a supportive environment that values personal and professional development.

Benefits

33 days annual leave

Bonus Scheme

Life assurance

Funded first aid qualification

Free gym membership for a friend

Group exercise training

Management development training

Qualifications

• Proven ability to develop a talent pipeline and supervise fitness staff.
• Passion for fitness and a commitment to creating a positive environment.
• Ability to deliver exceptional member experiences.

Responsibilities

• Deliver excellent member experiences through service standards.
• Support the Gym Manager in recruiting and developing team members.
• Manage group exercise offerings to improve member engagement.

Skills

Team Leadership

Fitness knowledge

Customer service

Group exercise instruction

Education

Level 2 qualification in gym instructing

Job description

Overview

Are you enthusiastic about fitness and Leadership? Join the UK’s number one fitness brand and favourite gym as an Assistant Gym Manager.

Annual Salary - £26,086

Employee Benefits

• Contracted salary, (40 hours per week)
• 33 days of annual leave allowance (Including bank holidays). With an additional day of leave for your birthday.
• Bonus Scheme
• Life assurance
• Funded first aid qualification.
• Free gym membership for a friend or family member.
• Group exercise training.
• Industry leading management development training courses.

The Role

This is a varied role, involved with everything from member experience to team development. You will focus on the following:

• Deliver an excellent member experience in the club through a constant focus on service and standards, alongside the Gym Manager
• Support the Gym Manager to bring in new joiners through different activities, including club outreach and community events
• Team Leadership: Recruit, proactively develop a talent pipeline, train and supervise a team of Personal Trainer/Fitness Coaches and Gym Instructors. Foster a positive and motivating work environment.
• Provide ongoing training and professional development opportunities for fitness staff to enhance their skills and career growth.
• Group Exercise: manage and improve GEX offering within the gym.

You will play a key part in creating a great place to work – and workout – for both your team and gym members. As an Assistant Gym Manager at PureGym you will support the Gym manager in leading a team of fitness professionals, ensure high-quality service delivery, and contribute to the growth and retention of our membership base.

What we’re looking for

• The ability to help everyone in the gym team be the best version of themselves.
• A passion for fitness and wellbeing.
• Someone who embodies our mantra of ‘Everybody Welcome’ in all that they do.
• A desire to do the right thing. Driving results is important – and how you do this - with resilience, confidence, and integrity is equally vital to success in this role.
• A Level 2 qualification in gym instructing, and experience teaching group exercise.

About Us

With structured career development programmes and plans to double in size in the next few years, there has never been a better time to join us on our growth journey. At PureGym, we are dedicated to providing a welcoming and motivating environment for our members to achieve their fitness goals. We pride ourselves on delivering exceptional service and inspiring a healthier nation. Now an international Group, and a leading European operator, our scale gives you the opportunity to grow and accelerate your career, and our unique "Everybody Welcome" approach provides a friendly, warm and welcoming environment where you are valued.

If this sounds like your next career choice, join us on our mission to inspire a healthier nation. Please apply with your CV ASAP.