Personal Trainer – Gym Inductions (self-employed opportunity)

motive8 Limited; Reading; On-site; GBP 3,900 - 10,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Rent-free opportunity

Self-employed

Job summary

Motive8 is seeking a reliable self-employed Personal Trainer to deliver group inductions, 1-1 sessions and group exercise classes at our Reading site (RG1 8DQ). Start from 1 October 2026 with weekday evenings and weekend availability. This rent-free opportunity lets you build a PT client base while delivering high-quality inductions.

You must hold a Level 3 PT certification and valid self-employed insurance. Pay rates: £21 per group induction, £30 per 1-1 induction, £35 per PT session.

Qualifications

• Self-employed status with Level 3 PT certification required.
• Minimum of £5 million Professional Indemnity Cover.
• Experience delivering group inductions and 1-1 PT sessions.
• Availability to start 1 October 2026 with evening/weekend slots.
• Rent-free opportunity – no gym rent to pay.

Responsibilities

• Deliver group gym facility inductions (gym, studio, leisure areas).
• Deliver 1-1 gym induction sessions with PT consultation and tasters.
• Deliver planned personal training sessions.
• Handle administration like attendance marking on the platform.
• Demonstrate equipment use and safety protocols during inductions.
• Maintain professional communication with motive8 head office and residents.

Skills

Self-employed

Group inductions

Personal training

Customer service

Education

Level 3 Personal Training Certification

Tools

Insurance knowledge

Job description

Are you looking for a new rent free Personal Training opportunity?
Personal Trainer – Gym Inductions & Classes (self-employed opportunity)

Location: Reading, RG1 8DQ

Salary: £21 per group induction delivered (30mins), £30 per 1-1 induction delivered (45mins) and £35 per personal training session (60mins) delivered

*Please Read Before Applying* - this is a freelance based opportunity for an average recurring 2 monthly group bookings. Successful candidates will need to be registered as self-employed and hold a minimum of 5 million Professional Indemnity Cover within their insurance.*

*Rent-free opportunity – our trainers do not need to pay gym rent and/or commit to free shift hours to deliver PT at our sites*

We are currently looking for a reliable, driven, highly motivated personal trainer to join our personal training team primarily to deliver group and 1-1 inductions / group exercise classes for our residential gym located in Reading, RG1 8DQ, with weekday evening/weekend availability. The role is due to start from 1st October 2026 onwards.

We currently require a trainer available for an average of 2 monthly group inductions plus ad-hoc appointments, and to cover recurring weekly Circuit classes scheduled on Mondays at 7pm (45mins).

The role will involve delivering gym induction sessions in small groups and 1-1 settings dependent on client requests, delivery of group exercise classes and upselling as well as delivering our Personal Training services.

This is a great opportunity for any self-employed trainers looking to earn additional income, with potential to develop a PT client base within the sites inductions are delivered at.

The payrate offered is £21 per group induction delivered (30mins), £30 per 1-1 induction delivered (45mins) and £35 per personal training session (60mins) delivered.

You will be highly approachable, energetic and work with attention to detail, providing a high level of customer service to prospective members of the residential gym.

Job specifics will include:

• Delivering comprehensive group gym facility inductions to include the gym, studio, and leisure areas
• Upon request, delivering specialized 1-1 gym induction sessions consisting of an additional PT consultation and taster session within the appointments
• Delivering planned, client-specific personal training sessions
• Managing your administration duties, such as marking attendance for any appointments delivered on our platform
• Delivery of in-depth group inductions including demonstrations of how to operate all cardiovascular equipment, resistance equipment and any accessory equipment including free weights
• Being thorough with each induction session on aspects surrounding health and safety protocol and leisure facility rules
• Ensuring the attendance for all appointments carried out is updated in a timely manner
• Liaising with motive8 head office management team to ensure that delivery is consistent managed professionally
• Providing advice and guidance to help residents succeed with their fitness journey

You will be an effective communicator and maintain communication between all relevant parties in a professional manner, working with guidelines provided on the essentials to be covered within an induction. You should also have experience in delivering fitness training sessions, and have a confident and articulate approach to the way you work.

Please note you do need to hold valid self-employed insurance (or willing to obtain), as well as a valid Level 3 Personal Training Certification in order to be considered for the role.

About Us:

Motive8 is a friendly and diverse health and fitness company. Our specialist areas include bespoke gym design, personal training, fitness services and gym & spa management.