Group Exercise Instructor - Casual - Blackbridge Community and Sports Hub

Freedom Leisure; Gloucester; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

A not-for-profit leisure trust in Gloucester is seeking a Group Exercise Instructor to join their team. The role offers flexible hours and focuses on providing enjoyable, safe classes for the community. Candidates should have a nationally recognised group exercise qualification and experience in customer service. This is an exciting opportunity to support health and fitness in the local area.

Benefits

Flexible working hours

Training and development provided

Paid annual leave

Discounted Staff Membership

Potential permanent work opportunities

Qualifications

• Previous experience of leading/coaching and supervising group exercise classes.
• Experience working in a leisure-related environment involving customer service.
• Proven teamwork experience.

Responsibilities

• Ensure participants get the best from classes in a fun and safe environment.
• Work alongside the fitness team for successful class programmes.
• Inspire customers to be active.

Skills

Excellent communication skills

Team player

Customer service

Professionalism and integrity

Education

Nationally recognised group exercise qualification

Job description

Do you want to make a difference within your local community, supporting people to improve their lives through leisure?

If you feel driven to inspire people to be more active, improve their wellbeing and would like a job that will make a real different to local people’s lives then Freedom Leisure is the place for you!

We are a not-for-profit leisure trust with we have a strong purpose and commitment to support our local communities and hard-to-reach groups encouraging them to become more active, contributing to improved lives. From Swimming lessons, to walking football and everything in-between we are driven to provide fun and welcoming sessions to support the whole community to be active, both within our leisure centres and in the local community.

Introducing the all-new Blackbridge Community and Sports Hub, located in Podsmead area of Gloucester city! This exciting fitness facility is currently under construction and is due to open early 2025. It features modern studios, versatile multi-use spaces, and a full-size 3G pitch. Working in partnership with the Blackbridge Charitable Community Benefit Society to ensure these fantastic facilities serve as a central hub for the local community.

We are looking for a Group Exercise Instructor to join our friendly and professional team. You will be customer focused and ensure that all attending are getting the best from our classes, in a fun, enjoyable and safe environment. We are looking for a real people person, who is a team player, as you will work alongside members of the fitness team to ensure a successful class programme.

We also welcome applications from passionate Instructors who can bring something new to the programme. Our key focus is to ensure our employees and customers to have the best experience possible, So if this sounds like you, we want to hear from you.

In the event that a high volume of suitable applications are received, the post may close prior to the specified closing date. Please apply as soon as possible if interested.

Hours: Casual hours, as and when required.

Qualifications

• Nationally recognised group exercise qualification
• Previous experience of leading/coaching and supervising group exercise classes
• Experience working in a leisure related environment involving customer service
• To be able to demonstrate previous experience of working within a team
• Excellent communication skills
• Be able to maintain the highest level of professionalism and integrity

We want you to love coming to work, feeling healthy, happy and valued. That's why we've developed a benefits package with you in mind, so what can we offer you?

Benefits

• Flexible working hours
• Training and development provided
• Paid annual leave
• Fun and busy environment
• Discounted Staff Membership
• Potential permanent work opportunities
• Opportunities to build an exciting career
• Rewarding role supporting health & fitness in the community

Closing date: 5th December 2025

Salary: up to £22.94 per hour