Fitness Instructor

School of Computer Science and Engineering, Bangor University; Bangor; On-site; GBP 24,000 - 27,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading educational institution in Bangor seeks a qualified and motivated individual for a full-time fitness instructor position. The role involves delivering fitness classes, supporting gym users, and ensuring a safe environment at the gym. Applicants should possess a Level 2 Gym Instructor qualification and demonstrate enthusiasm for physical activity. Experience in delivering exercise classes is advantageous, and the ability to communicate in Welsh is desirable. The position offers a permanent contract and requires a Disclosure & Barring Service check.

Qualifications

• Must have Level 2 Gym Instructor qualification.
• Experience in delivering exercise classes is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Prescribe exercise programmes for customers.
• Deliver fitness classes to staff and students.
• Ensure safety regulations are adhered to.

Skills

Enthusiasm for sport and physical activity

Education

Level 2 Gym Instructor qualification

Job description

Job Details

Job Number: BU03938

School/Department: Sport

Grade: 4

Salary Information: Grade 4: £24,334 - £26,338

Contract Duration: Permanent

Responsible to: Sports Development Officer

Closing Date: 11‑01‑2026

Applications are invited for the above permanent, full‑time fitness instructor post working in Canolfan Brailsford. To support the successful and expanding Sports service at Bangor University, we are seeking a qualified and highly motivated individual to join the fitness team to deliver a safe and customer‑focussed service at Canolfan Brailsford and St Marys student village.

Holding a recognised Level 2 Gym qualification, the post holder will support the fitness programme and also support the existing instructor team during large events, open days and busy periods. All sports facilities at Canolfan Brailsford are available to the local community as well as students and staff of the University.

The ability to demonstrate enthusiasm and drive for sport and physical activity is essential and experience of delivering exercise classes would be advantageous. The ability to communicate in Welsh is desirable for this post. This post is subject to a satisfactory enhanced Disclosure & Barring Service check. The successful candidate will be expected to commence as soon as reasonably possible. Applications will also be considered to carry out this role on a part‑time or job‑share basis.

Applications will only be accepted via our online recruitment website, jobs.bangor.ac.uk. However, in cases of access issues due to disability, paper application forms are available by telephoning 01248 383865.

Informal enquiries can be made by contacting: Iona Williams, Sports Development Manager, email: [e-mail], Telephone: [phone].

Purpose of the Job

To provide a polite, friendly and safe gym and fitness service at Bangor University through delivering fitness classes, working the gym floor and other fitness related activities.

Main Duties and Responsibilities

• Prescribe exercise programmes to match customers' requirements.
• Deliver a range of fitness classes to staff, students and the general public.
• Provide fitness activities to individuals, groups and juniors.
• Ensure all users follow the regulations associated with the sports facilities and all safety procedures are adhered to.
• Carry out regular checks of fitness equipment and facilities.
• Carry out minor repairs and daily maintenance of specified equipment.
• Contribute to the overall programme of activities at Canolfan Brailsford for students, staff and the public.
• Liaise regularly with other members of the Canolfan Brailsford Reception team and other University Sport staff.
• Demonstrate self‑motivation and a commitment to high standards of service delivery.
• Follow training‑identified emergency procedures.
• Other duties as appropriate, which may be requested by the Manager or their nominated staff.

Other Duties and Responsibilities

• Participate in performance review and developmental activities.
• Comply with University equal opportunities policies, Dignity at Work and Study Policy and the University’s Welsh Language Policy and the Welsh Language Standards.
• Maintain a general and legal duty of care in relation to health, safety and wellbeing and take all reasonable steps to ensure a safe and healthy working environment.
• Comply with relevant legal and financial policies and procedures and be aware of responsibilities in terms of the legal requirements of the post.

Person Specification

Essential – Qualifications/Training

• Level 2 Gym Instructor qualification.

Desirable – Qualifications/Training

• Level 3 Personal Training.
• First Aid at Work qualification.
• Other fitness CPD qualifications (e.g. indoor cycling, kettlebells).

Essential – Experience/Skills/Abilities

• Demonstrable enthusiasm and drive for sport and physical activity.

Desirable – Experience/Skills/Abilities

• Experience in delivery of exercise classes.
• Experience of working in a bilingual (Welsh and English) and multi‑cultural environment.
• Experience of working in higher education.

Essential – Other

• Adaptable.
• Willing, helpful and polite.
• Flexibility to work evenings and weekends as requested.
• This post is subject to a satisfactory enhanced Disclosure & Barring Service check.

Desirable – Other

• Willingness to learn new skills.
• Ability to communicate through the medium of Welsh.

The University is committed to supporting and promoting equality and diversity and to creating an inclusive working environment. We believe this can be achieved through attracting, developing and retaining a diverse range of staff from many different backgrounds. We strive to develop a workforce from all sections of the community regardless of sex, gender identity, ethnicity, disability, sexual orientation, trans identity, relationship status, religion or belief, caring responsibilities, or age. We promote and facilitate the use of the Welsh language through our progressive Welsh Language Policy. We comply with the Welsh Language Standards and are committed to equality of opportunity. You are welcome to apply for any job in English or Welsh and all applications submitted will be treated equally.

We are a member of Advance HE’s Athena SWAN Gender Equality charter and hold a Silver award in recognition of our commitment to and progress towards gender equality within the University’s policies, practices and culture. We are proud to be a Disability Confident employer.

All offers are made subject to proof of eligibility to work in the UK and receipt of satisfactory references.

We have a legal responsibility to ensure that you have the right to work in the UK before you can start working for us. When you apply for this post you will be required to explain the basis upon which you believe you will be able to live and work in the UK on the commencement date if your application is successful. If you are not already entitled to work freely in the UK, any offer of employment will be subject to you obtaining a right‑to‑work visa. The following link provides information on the various visa routes to employment: https://www.gov.uk/browse/visas-immigration/work-visas. If you are successful in your application we will discuss visa options with you at the time of making the offer of employment.

In the event of applications from candidates on the University’s Redeployment Register with a reasonable skills match to the post specification, these applicants will be given prior consideration.

This post is subject to a satisfactory enhanced Disclosure & Barring Service check. As Bangor University meets the requirements in respect of exempted questions under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974, all applicants who are offered employment will be subject to a criminal record check from the Disclosure & Barring Service (DBS) before the appointment is confirmed. This will include cautions, reprimands and convictions. DBS checks will be updated every three years. The University uses an external Umbrella body to process DBS checks. Applicants should note that if successful your name and e‑mail contact details will be shared with the Umbrella body to start the application process.