Fitness Consultant - Live Well Studio

Wiltshire Council; Trowbridge; Hybrid; GBP 27,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

Wiltshire Council is seeking enthusiastic Fitness Consultants to support the launch of the Live Well Studio, helping customers exercise safely and build confidence. The role involves a rota with daytime, weekend and bank holiday shifts, in a hybrid working setup with on-site and community-based elements.

Applicants should have a Level 2 Fitness Qualification and a passion for helping people of all ages lead healthier, more active lives.

Qualifications

• Minimum of a Level 2 Fitness Qualification.
• Ability to communicate honestly and openly with customers.
• Demonstrate empathy and provide support tailored to individual needs.

Responsibilities

• Support the operation of the Live Well Studio.
• Help customers use the equipment safely and effectively.
• Create a welcoming, sociable environment to improve health and build confidence.

Skills

Customer-focused

Communication skills

Empathy

Education

Level 2 Fitness Qualification

Job description

Salary:£26,847 - £27,709 pro rata(Plus 10% unsocial hours for qualifying shifts)

Hours per week:Various hours

Interview date:To be confirmed following shortlisting

Be part of something extraordinary as we prepare to open one of the newest and most impressive leisure facilities in the area. The facility will become a hub for health, wellbeing, and community activity, and we're looking for talented, motivated individuals who want to be part of something special.

Whether you're looking to develop your career, make a positive impact in the community, or be part of an ambitious and forward-thinking team, this role could be perfect for you.

We are looking for enthusiastic and customer-focused Fitness Consultants to support the operation of our new Live Well Studio. This innovative space offers accessible, power-assisted exercise, particularly benefiting older adults, people living with long-term health conditions, and those recovering from injury.

As well as supporting customers to use the equipment safely and effectively, you will help create a welcoming and sociable environment where people can improve their health, build confidence and make connections with others.

We are seeking candidates with a minimum of a Level 2 Fitness Qualification who are passionate about helping people of all ages and abilities lead healthier, more active lives. You will be able to communicate honestly and openly with customers, demonstrate empathy and provide support tailored to individual needs.

These positions are worked on a rota basis and will include daytime, weekend and bank holiday shifts.

Why us?

Wiltshire Council is a friendly, welcoming place to work, with a 'One Council' ethos. Find out more about Our Identity, staff networks, and employee benefits here.

Our hybrid working model means office staff are on site for at least half their hours, community-based staff carry out at least half their admin time in a workplace, and customer-facing roles work entirely from their service location.

We are committed to creating a workplace where positive relationships thrive and everyone feels engaged, supported and able to do their best. We do not tolerate discrimination, bullying or harassment. Everyone is expected to promote a culture of inclusion, dignity, trust and respect, guided by our vision and Our Identity.

Contact details

Iona Reed, Duty Manager at [e-mail]

Application criteria

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We are firmly committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and to the principles of inclusion and diversity in both employment and the delivery of services.

Statement of commitment to equality and inclusion

Disability Confident Employer

Application process

Wiltshire Council does not accept unsolicited CVs or candidate details from recruitment agencies that are not appointed under a current, valid contract or approved supplier arrangement (including through our neutral vendor, Comensura).

Submission of unsolicited CVs or candidate details to the Council, whether directly or to individual employees, will not be considered as an introduction and will not create any obligation on the Council to pay any fees. If a candidate whose details have been submitted speculatively is subsequently appointed through a compliant route, no agency fee will be payable in respect of the unsolicited submission.

Agencies wishing to work with the Council must do so only via our approved procurement processes and neutral vendor arrangements.