Fitness Coach

University of Glasgow; Glasgow; On-site; GBP 17,000 - 25,000; Part time

Job summary

University of Glasgow is seeking a part-time Fitness Coach to join Student Services. The successful candidate will be on the gym floor delivering high-quality, safe instruction to support UofG members with their training needs.

They will supervise key UofG Sport exercise areas and contribute to an exceptional customer experience that reinforces UofG Sport as a central part of the student journey.

Qualifications

• A1 Level 5/6 or equivalent knowledge, or demonstrable competency via progression in similar roles.
• A2 Level 2 Gym Instructor Qualification with 2 years gym experience.
• B1 Level 3 Personal Trainer Award is desirable.
• B2 UKSCA Accredited Coach status is desirable.
• B4 Basic familiarity with MS Office, email and internet.

Responsibilities

• Be present on the gym floor providing safe, welcoming instruction to UofG members.
• Supervise key UofG Sport exercise areas and maintain high customer service standards.
• Contribute to an outstanding student journey and promote UofG Sport as a core activity.

Skills

Teaching/Coaching

Motivation

Communication

Time management

Teamwork

Independence

Initiative

Problem solving

Emergency response

Adaptability

Education

SCQF Level 5/6 or equivalent

Level 2 Gym Instructor Qualification

Level 3 Personal Trainer Award

UKSCA Accredited Coach

MS Office basics

First Aid at Work / Emergency First Aid

Job description

This is a fantastic opportunity for a new Fitness Coach to join the University’s Student Services.

The successful postholder will be present on the gym floor to provide a safe and welcoming environment for all participants, through exceptional instruction to support the UofG members with their training requirements.

They will supervise key UofG Sport exercise areas, positively contributing to the delivery of an outstanding customer experience that promotes UofG Sport as a core part of the student journey.

Fitness Coach

Company: University of Glasgow

Hours: Part-time

Location: Glasgow, G12 8QQ

Working pattern: On-site

Job type: Permanent

Summary

This is a fantastic opportunity for a new Fitness Coach to join the University’s Student Services.

The successful postholder will be present on the gym floor to provide a safe and welcoming environment for all participants, through exceptional instruction to support the UofG members with their training requirements.

They will supervise key UofG Sport exercise areas, positively contributing to the delivery of an outstanding customer experience that promotes UofG Sport as a core part of the student journey.

Essential requirements

• Knowledge, Qualifications, Skills & ExperienceKnowledge/QualificationsEssential: A1 Scottish Credit and Qualification Framework Level 5/6 (National 5/6, VQ2/3) or equivalent, or experience in a similar role, or the ability to demonstrate the competencies required to undertake the duties associated with this level of post having acquired the necessary knowledge and skills through personal development and progression in a similar related role(s).
• A2 Level 2 Gym Instructor Qualification with 2 years full-time experience of working within a gym environment.
• Desirable: B1 Level 3 Personal Trainer Award
• B2 UKSCA Accredited Coach
• B3 Other relevant industry-based qualifications
• B4 Basic familiarity with standard office software such as MS Office, email and the internet.
• B5 Current First Aid at Work or Emergency First Aid Qualification or willing to complete qualification within first 3 months of employment.
• SkillsEssential: C1 Effective teaching/coaching skills.
• C2 Good motivational skills
• C3 Ability to work under pressure and deal with queries effectively, in a timely and proactive manner.
• C4 Strong, confident and adaptive communicator with excellent interpersonal skills adjusting style to suit different people or situations.
• C5 Work effectively as part of a team, actively contributing to team morale.
• C6 Work independently and under minimal supervision.
• C7 Reliable with excellent time management skills.
• C8 Ability to take initiative and innovate within the agreed dimensions and duties of the role.
• C9 Good organisational and problem-solving skills.
• C10 Highly agile and able to adapt within the ever-evolving fitness landscape.
• C11 Ability to react calmly, quickly, and effectively in emergency situations.
• ExperienceEssential: E1 Relevant experience working with adults/groups in a health/fitness/wellbeing environment with above qualification or evidence of progression and development gained through work experience.
• E2 Experience of working with people demonstrating a range of abilities.
• Desirable: E1 Experience of working in a University sporting environment.
• E2 Experience of delivering group exercise sessions.

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