Fitness & Wellbeing Manager

Castle Royle Golf and Country Club; Kiln Green; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A premier golf and country club in the UK is seeking an experienced Fitness & Wellbeing Manager to oversee fitness programs and ensure an exceptional membership experience. This role involves leading a team, maintaining high operational standards, and driving member engagement through innovative wellness initiatives. The ideal candidate will have a relevant degree and experience in facility management, and a passion for health and wellness. This position offers competitive benefits, including access to facilities and personal development programs.

Benefits

Complimentary access to health club and golf facilities

Bonus holiday days

Paid Volunteer Day

Discounts on meals and retail

Access to Employee Assistance Programme

Personal development programs

Qualifications

• CIMSPA related qualifications are essential.
• Bachelor's degree in physical education, sports, or management is required.
• Experience managing health and fitness facilities is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Lead fitness and wellbeing programmes for members.
• Oversee the cleanliness and safety of the facilities.
• Collaborate with team members to drive promotions and activities.

Skills

Leadership

Health and safety compliance

Creativity in program development

Education

Bachelor's degree in physical education, sports or related field

CIMSPA related qualifications

CPR, First Aid, or AED certification

Job description

Our Club is seeking an experienced and passionate Fitness & Wellbeing Manager to lead a range of fitness and wellbeing programmes across wellness, group fitness, gym/studio, pool, and crèche. Your role will be pivotal in ensuring an exceptional membership experience while delivering creative services for all members. You will oversee a clean, safe, and well‑maintained environment across all departments, collaborating with the Wellness Coaches, Swimming Co‑ordinator, Lifeguards, Group Fitness Coordinator, and Crèche Manager. You'll ensure health and safety compliance, maintain industry standards, and evaluate team performance to ensure high‑quality service. You will provide training and development for fitness and wellness, and the crèche team, ensuring industry certifications are maintained, and manage operational policies, goals, and procedures. In collaboration with the Membership Sales Manager and Event Sales Manager, you will create promotions and activities to drive registrations, boost sales, and engage members. Budget management and cost control will also be key to ensuring profitability and delivering The Club Company Wellness Experience. If you are committed to creating a positive and motivating environment, driving operational excellence, and helping our members thrive, we would love to hear from you.

Ambitious, we are enterprising, fearless to reach the result and innovating - never giving up. Respectful, we are considerate, establishing the needs of others, working efficiently and caring about high standards - with great attention to detail. Energised, we are smile seekers, setting a positive tone and enjoying what we do! Happy to be at work and enthusiastic within a feel good environment.

Qualifications

• CIMSPA related qualifications.
• Bachelor's degree in physical education, sports or recreational management, sports marketing or related discipline.
• CPR, First Aid, or AED certified.
• Experience in a health and fitness facility management desirable.

Schedule

The Club Company is a premium collection of 18 golf and country clubs across the UK. We blend golf, fitness, and wellness to offer a complete lifestyle. Our clubs feature championship standard golf courses, fitness facilities, swimming pools, tennis courts, bars, eateries and accommodation. Our locations are what set us apart; beautiful grounds, picturesque views, and space to create that feel‑good environment. Our mission is to be the premier collection of golf and country clubs in the UK, offering members a feel‑good experience through health and wellness, golf and more. To us, nothing beats spending time at one of our clubs. We're hugely proud of our facilities and the experience on offer and continuously strive to maintain the highest levels of service and standards.

Benefits

• Complimentary access to our health club, group exercise classes, and golf facilities.
• Bonus holiday days to reward long tenure – because we truly value commitment.
• Wedding Day off (conditions apply).
• Birthday Day off (conditions apply).
• A paid Volunteer Day to support causes you're passionate about (available after one year's service).
• 70% off meals while on duty and 25% off when off‑duty.
• 25% off retail.
• 25% off spa treatments (if booked and taken on the day).
• Discounted membership for a friend or family member, so your loved ones can enjoy the benefits too (available after probation and on a minimum 16 hours per week contract).
• Access to our Employee Assistance Programme, offering support for any challenges you may face.
• Personal development programs to support growth and for the considerable opportunities in our expanding group.
• Take advantage of our Cycle to Work scheme for a greener commute.
• Exclusive competition opportunities for team members with a golf handicap.
• Wagestream, offering financial flexibility.
• Free parking.
• Uniform provided.

We operate a 7‑days a week business, between 0600 to 2300. Shift patterns will vary as per business requirements and encompass all opening hours – weekends and bank holidays.

Embracing You: We embrace diversity and equality; we are committed to building a team with a variety of backgrounds, skills and views. Everyone is welcome, as an inclusive workplace, our team are comfortable bringing their authentic whole selves to work. Be yourself – we like it that way!