Personal Trainer / Fitness Coach - Southend-on-Sea, Essex

JD Gyms; Southend-on-Sea; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading fitness brand is seeking passionate Personal Trainers in Southend-on-Sea to engage with members and deliver motivating fitness sessions. You will need a Level 3 regulated Personal Trainer qualification, strong communication skills, and a proactive, energetic approach. The role comes with a competitive hourly rate, free gym membership, and opportunities for career progression within the company. Join a dynamic team where your passion for fitness can thrive.

Benefits

Free JD Gyms membership

Company pension scheme

Wellbeing support

Career progression opportunities

JD Group staff discounts

1st month RENT FREE

Qualifications

• Must hold a Level 3 regulated Personal Trainer qualification.
• Strong communication skills and passion for fitness.
• Ability to engage and motivate members.

Responsibilities

• Engage with members and build relationships.
• Deliver motivating group sessions and inductions.
• Promote personal training services.
• Maintain safety standards and cleanliness.

Skills

Communication skills

Motivation

Proactive attitude

Personal training techniques

Education

Level 3 regulated Personal Trainer qualification

Job description

Personal Trainer / Fitness Coach - Southend-on-Sea, Essex Various Locations | Part‑Time | Competitive Pay

Are you passionate about fitness and love helping others smash their goals? At JD Gyms, we're looking for energetic, approachable, and inspiring Fitness Coaches to lead from the front and bring our gym floors to life. This isn't just a job—it’s a chance to build your career, and be part of one of the UK's fastest‑growing fitness brands.

What You’ll Be Doing

• Be a visible, friendly presence on the gym floor—engaging with members and building lasting relationships.
• Deliver safe, effective, and motivating group sessions and inductions.
• Support members with technique, confidence, and motivation. Help maintain high standards of cleanliness, safety, and equipment care.
• Promote your personal training services and contribute to club energy and retention.
• Level 3 regulated Personal Trainer qualification (essential).
• Strong communication skills and a passion for helping others.
• Positive, proactive attitude and high energy.
• Competitive hourly rate.
• Free JD Gyms membership.
• JD Group staff discounts.
• Company pension scheme.
• Wellbeing support & employee discount programme.
• Career progression into Duty Manager, AGM, or GM roles.

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What You’ll Be Doing

• Interacting with one of the largest member bases to showcase your skills and help grow your business fast.
• Promote your personal training services and contribute to club energy and retention.

What You’ll Bring

• Level 3 regulated Personal Trainer qualification (essential).

What You’ll Get

• One of the lowest monthly rent amounts in the fitness industry.
• Free JD Gyms membership.
• Opportunity to grow your own PT business within the club.
• 1st month RENT FREE.