Group Workout Instructor

Leisure (Operations); Great Holland; On-site; GBP 15,000 - 18,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Real Living Wage

Pension with 7% employer contribution

Bonus scheme up to 2%

Paid annual leave (flexible)

Healthcare cashback plan & private GP

Wellbeing support & EAP

Place Rewards discounts

Training & progression opportunities

Recognition programmes

Inclusion & colleague engagement

Free Places Gym membership

Life Assurance

Job summary

Places Leisure is seeking a Group Workout Instructor employed directly by us to deliver outstanding group exercise experiences for members. You will lead high-quality classes that motivate and engage participants while maintaining a welcoming environment.

You’ll help maximise member satisfaction with excellent service before, during and after each class. You will support launches, timetable updates, and collaborate with colleagues across the centre, while staying up to date with industry

Qualifications

• Level 2 Fitness qualification and/or Les Mills certification desirable.
• Experience delivering group workout, fitness or exercise classes.
• Experience working in a customer-facing environment.

Responsibilities

• Deliver high-quality group exercise classes.
• Lead sessions that are engaging, motivating and inclusive.
• Support launches and timetable updates; collaborate with centre colleagues.
• Stay updated on industry developments and maintain registrations.

Skills

Level 2 fitness qualification

Les Mills certification

Group workout experience

Customer-facing experience

Job description

Places Leisure is part of the Places for People Group, we're changing lives by creating active places and healthier people for communities to thrive. As one of the UK's leading Social Enterprises, Places for People believes it's people who make a community, which is why we build homes, deliver services and create opportunities that help communities flourish.

At Places for People, we hire People, not numbers. We're looking for individuals who share our values, do the right thing, support their communities and are motivated to grow. We apply the same philosophy to our colleagues as we do to our communities, ensuring everyone feels valued, supported and empowered to succeed. Here, you're more than just a colleague, you're part of our cause. Join a community that cares about you.

So, what are you waiting for? Join a community that cares about you!

More about your role

As a Group Workout Instructor you will employed directly by us not on a self employed basis, you'll play a key role in delivering outstanding group exercise experiences for our members. You'll lead high-quality classes that inspire, motivate and engage participants while creating a welcoming and inclusive environment. You'll help maximise member satisfaction through excellent service and positive interactions before, during and after every class.

You'll support group workout launches and timetable updates, work collaboratively with colleagues across the centre and contribute to a professional and motivated fitness team. You'll also stay up to date with industry developments, maintain relevant professional registrations and ensure all company policies, procedures, safety requirements and safeguarding responsibilities are followed at all times. We have now partnered with EMD UK as the governing body for Group Workout and it is now compulsory that all instructors have Professional Membership. To qualify for membership they must hold a level 2 certification or other specific fitness qualification as stipulated by EMD UK.

Essential Criteria

• Level 2 Fitness qualification and/or Les Mills certification desirable (we also accept YMCA Award level 2/3 Bridge Course for EMD UK Professional Membership).
• Experience delivering group workout, fitness or exercise classes
• Experience working in a customer-facing environment

More about you

You're passionate about helping people achieve their fitness goals and creating a positive experience for every member. You'll bring a motivating and energetic approach to your classes, alongside a strong commitment to customer service. You enjoy working as part of a team, thrive in a busy environment and are keen to continuously develop your skills and industry knowledge.

Experience within the leisure sector and delivering group workout classes would be beneficial. Active registration with CIMSPA or another relevant governing body is desirable, and you'll be committed to maintaining professional standards and promoting a safe environment for all members. This role is subject to an Enhanced Disclosure check.

Benefits (casual roles will vary)

We are a large diverse and ambitious business, which will give you all the challenge you could wish for.

We know that there's always more we can do to make you smile, that's why we offer a comprehensive benefits package with each role, yours will include:

• We pay the Real Living Wage as a minimum
• Pension with matched contributions up to 7%
• Bonus scheme for colleagues up to 2%
• Paid annual leave with options to buy additional annual leave
• Healthcare cashback plan for everyday medical costs, with private GP and health support services available
• Comprehensive wellbeing support including counselling, flu jabs, our Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) and access to our Wellbeing Hub, supporting your mental, physical and financial wellbeing
• Access to Our Place Rewards, offering discounts and savings on groceries, travel, shopping, home products and other lifestyle purchases
• Ongoing training, professional qualifications, internal development programmes and career progression opportunities
• Recognition programmes including Star Awards and Colleague Awards, celebrating achievements and recognising great work
• Strong focus on inclusion, wellbeing and colleague engagement
• Free membership to Places Gyms
• Life Assurance to provide financial security for your loved ones, alongside access to will writing services to help you plan for the future with confiden