Gym Instructor

Verde Resorts; Hull and East Yorkshire; On-site; GBP 19,000 - 21,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive rate of pay

Enhanced holiday entitlement

Discounted staff breaks at our resorts

Free use of resort facilities

Food discount

Free round of Golf

Discounts on spa treatments

Introduce a friend recruitment bonus

Company sick pay

Compassionate leave

Employee Assistance Programme

Free online training programme

Job summary

Verde Resorts is seeking a Gym Instructor for Kilnwick Percy Resort & Golf Club in York. This is a permanent, full-time role offering 30 hours per week at a competitive rate of £12.71 per hour.

You will liaise with the General Manager to grow gym memberships, run day-to-day gym operations, deliver fitness classes, manage staff rotas, and ensure safety and cleanliness across all facilities, including changing rooms and guest areas.

Qualifications

• We are looking for someone with similar previous experience and a Level 2 Gym Instructor qualification.
• Driving licence is an advantage to enable travel to and from the resort.

Responsibilities

• Liaise with the General Manager to maintain gym memberships and renewals.
• Ensure smooth day-to-day running of the gym.
• Coordinate and deliver pre-planned fitness classes.
• Create staff rotas to cover all classes.
• Engage gym team to maximise member retention.
• Perform equipment checks and record defects or hazards.
• Maintain safety and cleanliness of the gym, changing rooms and guest areas.
• Check and order cleaning products and supplements.

Skills

Level 2 Gym Instructor

Driving licence (advantage)

Job description

We are looking for a Gym Instructor to join our team at Kilnwick Percy Resort & Golf Club in York. Fantastic hourly rate of £12.71!

This is a permanent position to work full time hours. This will be 30 hours across three various days which will include weekends and bank holidays.

Flexibility is essential to suit the needs of the business.

Company overview:

Verde Resorts has 8 amazing destinations across the United Kingdom, each of which has its own unique offering. Whether you are looking for a role in food and beverage, grounds, maintenance, housekeeping or at a management level then the Verde Resorts family will have the career waiting for you!

About The Role

Main responsibilities:

The successful Gym Instructor will

• Liaise with the General Manager to ensure membership sales are maintained by monitoring and upselling new gym memberships and renewals.
• Ensure the smooth day to day running of the gym
• Co-ordinate and deliver pre-planned fitness classes
• Complete staff rotas ensuring all classes are covered
• Engage the gym team to ensure maximum number retention is achieved
• Complete gym equipment checks and record and upscale any defects or hazards
• Ensure the safety and cleanliness of the gym, changing rooms and guests at all times
• Check and order cleaning products and supplements

Requirements:

We are looking for someone with similar previous experience and a Level 2 Gym Instructor qualification. It would be an advantage for the successful candidate to hold a driving licence and the ability to drive is an advantage to enable easy travel to and from the resort.

What’s in it for you:

• Competitive rate of pay.
• Enhanced holiday entitlement (with the option to cash in a number of holidays per year).
• Discounted staff breaks at our luxurious holiday resorts across the UK.
• Free use of all Darwin Escapes resort facilities including many of our free gyms and swimming pools.
• Food discount across all resorts.
• Free complimentary round of Golf .
• Discounts on spa treatments.
• 'Introduce a friend' recruitment bonus.
• Company employee sick pay.
• Compassionate leave pay.
• Employee Assistance Programme.
• Free access to the online training programme to help further your career and skill levels.
• Subject to terms and conditions

Required Criteria

• Right to Live and work in the UK
• Similar previous experience and a Level 2 Gym Instructor qualification

Desired Criteria

• A driving licence and the ability to drive is an advantage to enable easy travel to and from the resort

Skills Needed

Ability to Identify and Anticipate needs, Exceptional Customer Service Skills, Exceeding Customer Expectations

About The Company

Founded in 2017 and headquartered in London, Verde Resorts Management supports a portfolio of holiday resorts and lodge parks throughout the UK. As a small but dedicated team, we manage holiday-home ownership sites, break-away resorts and leisure-oriented properties. Our work includes resort operations, hospitality services, holiday home ownership administration, and maintaining high standards of guest and owner satisfaction. We aim to offer tranquil getaways, quality amenities, and professional service management, making holiday-home ownership or short breaks as smooth and enjoyable as possible. For staff, we offer the opportunity to be part of a growing business where every role makes a difference — from property operations to guest services and administration.

Company Culture

At Verde Resorts Management, we believe in building a workplace rooted in respect, teamwork and a shared love for hospitality and leisure. We’re a compact, hands-on team where each individual’s contribution counts — everyone gets heard. We encourage open communication and collaboration whether someone works in guest services, maintenance, administration or operations. We value flexibility, friendly working relationships and a supportive environment, recognising that delivering great guest experiences starts with a team that feels supported, trusted and valued. Fans of nature, relaxed surroundings and holiday-style living will find working with us especially rewarding.

Company Benefits

We strive to support our team with fair compensation and a working environment that values wellbeing and balance. Employees benefit from opportunities to work in resort settings — often surrounded by natural landscapes and leisure amenities — which can offer a different pace compared with typical office jobs. Roles frequently combine guest-facing hospitality with property-management, giving staff varied experiences and skills. As a small company, there are real opportunities for involvement across different functions, which can support career development and growth. We prioritise teamwork, a friendly atmosphere and provide chances for staff to share ideas, take responsibility and make a noticeable impact for both guests and property owners.

£12.71 per hour