Fitness Instructor

Health Club & Spa; St Albans; On-site; GBP 21,000; Full time

Job summary

A luxury health club in St Albans seeks a passionate Fitness Instructor to maintain high service standards and deliver tailored fitness programs. You will monitor gym operations, motivate members, and provide personal training sessions. Ideal candidates should have proven experience in personal training and a commitment to client satisfaction. This is an opportunity to work in a beautiful environment with a focus on personal and professional development. Join our dedicated team to make a difference in members' lives.

Benefits

Wide range of training and development opportunities

Free staff meals and parking

Discounts on food, beverage, and accommodation

28 days holiday plus 1 birthday holiday

30% discount on Spa treatments

10% discount on Spa products

Introduce a friend bonus

Free uniform

Discounted hotel rates

Qualifications

• Proven experience in personal training and wellness program delivery.
• Ability to tailor programs to individual goals and fitness levels.
• Passionate about creating a positive fitness environment.

Responsibilities

• Maintain cleanliness and service standards of fitness areas.
• Monitor client attendance and support daily gym operations.
• Deliver personal training sessions and manage schedules.

Skills

Personal training

Group fitness

Client interaction

Fitness administration

Motivational skills

Job description

32 hour Position – £20,317.44 per annum -Commission available on personal training sessions delivered

Your country home away from home, nestled within 12 acres of picturesque Hertfordshire countryside. Sopwell House is a luxurious, family-owned Georgian country house hotel offering timeless elegance and modern comfort. We’re proud to be a place where exceptional service is delivered with warmth, pride and purpose. We are currently seeking an enthusiastic and dedicated Fitness Instructor to join our experienced team.

Standard shift hours are scheduled between 6:00 AM and 7:30 PM. However, flexibility is expected in order to accommodate the operational needs of the business and specific guest requests.

Your role in our family

• Maintain the cleanliness, appearance, and service standards of fitness areas
• Monitor client attendance, equipment use, and support daily gym operations
• Handle bookings, schedules, and admin for all fitness activities and programs
• Conduct fitness inductions, evaluations, and support guest journeys
• Deliver training programs tailored to individual needs and goals
• Motivate and guide members on the gym floor; lead small group classes
• Provide expert advice on exercise, equipment use, and injury prevention
• Cover fitness classes when needed and manage instructor schedules
• Deliver personal training sessions, develop your PT client base, and maintain records
• Ensure all tasks meet the high service standards set by the Fitness Manager

What would make you the perfect fit

• Proven experience in personal training, group fitness, and wellness program delivery
• Strong ability to tailor programs to individual goals, injuries, and fitness levels
• Consistently upholds high service, safety, and cleanliness standards
• Professional, friendly, and proactive when interacting with clients and team members
• Skilled in handling bookings, schedules, and fitness administration
• Flexible and reliable with class coverage and changing guest needs
• Passionate about motivating others and creating a positive fitness environment
• Committed to continuous improvement and exceeding service expectations

The Best Bit

• Wide range of training and development opportunities
• Free staff meals and parking
• Discounted food and beverage, accommodation and spa
• 28 days holiday and 1 extra holiday day on your birthday
• 30% discount on Spa treatments and Spa days
• 10% discount on Spa products
• Introduce a friend at work bonus
• Free uniform
• Preferred Hotel Group discounted global hotel rates

Sopwell House introduces Cottonmill, an elegant, dynamic concept that never stands still. Constantly evolving to stay ahead, this is a unique world created for only a select group. The warmest welcome; the most elevated design; the last word in cutting‑edge fitness and treatments; a uniquely positioned proposition.

If this sounds like your dream job, we would love to hear from you!

All applicants must have the right to live and work in the UK. Please be advised that if you have not received a response within 14 days, please assume that your application has not been successful on this occasion.