Wellness Instructor

Crafted at Powdermills; Battle; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A wellness-focused hotel in East Sussex is seeking a Wellness Instructor to deliver personalized training and lead group classes. The ideal candidate will have a certification as a personal trainer, a minimum of 2 years of experience in a high-end environment, and excellent interpersonal skills. This role emphasizes a fun, engaging culture and proactive member interaction. Availability for weekends and public holidays is essential.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of experience in a high-end wellness environment.
• First Aid and CPR certified.
• Professional and well-groomed with a positive attitude.

Responsibilities

• Deliver one-on-one training and wellness consultations.
• Lead group fitness classes.
• Maintain cleanliness and safety in the gym area.
• Assist with club events and member engagement.

Skills

Personal trainer certification

Excellent interpersonal skills

Customer service skills

Knowledge of fitness and wellness trends

Education

Certification in yoga, Pilates, or mindfulness practices

Job description

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We’re not hiring people to fill a seat or add to our headcount. We’re hiring people to craft our culture, ethos and success. This is a big deal for us, and we know it’s a big deal for you: a new role defines how you spend your days, who you spend them with, and what your future looks like.

Together, we’ll shape each other’s entire trajectory. That deserves thoughtfulness, empathy and respect. It’s why this job description is deliberately detailed. We want you to know exactly what you’re stepping into. The challenges, the opportunities, the quirks of the role, and the kind of impact you’ll have.

Us

Crafted is a series of life-friendly hotels and spaces where guests can be themselves and fill up on the good stuff: nature, food, wellbeing, craft, people and play. We hope to open several hotels in the coming years, with our first coming in summer 2025: Crafted at Powdermills, East Sussex.

More specifics will follow as planning and pieces fall into place. So, for now, here’s the sentiment behind Crafted…

It’s easy to get overwhelmed by life. To switch to autopilot and go through the motions. We’re busy but not on the things we love doing, we spend more time on our phone, and we misplace our bounce and spark.

We all need a tune-up now and again. To escape to somewhere that makes us feel totally at ease. Not so we can step away from life, but so we can come back to it. This is where Crafted comes in.

Our aim is to create a network of connected destinations that people come back to again and again because it’s where they feel good about life. Somewhere to work on life, come together, and connect locally.

You

Crafted’s culture will be inclusive and agile but with ambitious goals and a start-up mentality. We need to execute brilliantly from day one and every team member will contribute wherever they are able.

That said, as a Wellness Instructor, your primary responsibilities will be to:

• Deliver personalized one-on-one training, fitness assessments and wellness consultations tailored to individual member goals.
• Lead group fitness classes including fitness and wellbeing practices.
• Provide expert advice on exercise techniques, nutrition, recovery, and lifestyle habits – where qualified
• Engage proactively with members and hotel guests to foster a welcoming, inclusive, and motivating environment.
• Maintain cleanliness, organization and safety of gym, studio and Padel courts.
• Attend staff meetings, training sessions, and contribute to the development of new fitness and wellness offerings.
• Assist with club events, wellness workshops, and member engagement initiatives.
• Monitor usage and help maintain sauna, cold plunge and lakeside hot-tub.
• When required, assist with lakeside activities; including kayaks, paddleboards and wild swimming.

We’re looking for someone with:

• Personal trainer certification and/or group fitness instructor (REPs Level 3, NASM, ACSM, or equivalent).
• Certification or training in yoga, Pilates, or mindfulness practices is highly desirable.
• First Aid and CPR certified.
• Minimum 2 years’ experience in a high-end fitness, wellness, or hospitality environment.
• Excellent interpersonal, communication, and customer service skills.
• Professional, well-groomed, and punctual with a positive, can-do attitude.
• Passionate about fitness, wellness, and creating exceptional member experiences.
• Passion or knowledge of Padel is desirable
• Interest or background in holistic health, nutrition, or recovery modalities (e.g., breathwork, cold therapy, meditation).
• Knowledge of industry trends and practices
• Availability to work weekends, shift work and public holidays.

Together

We hire people with personality who have a desire to continuously learn. Each person should bring themselves to work to shape our culture and keep us real, interesting, and original.

To create a comfortable environment for all, guest and staff, we prioritise teamwork over titles: no one’s too important to lend a hand, or to new to have a good opinion. We need low egos but high expectations: people who are humble enough to jump in, and serious about making an impact.

Three values we’ll expect you to live by:

Enjoy it: it’s still work, but if you’re having fun then so are our guests. It’s ok if you’re humming behind the bar or moving with the music.

Own it: whoever you are, and whatever your role, someone’s enjoyment is in your hands. Always keep an eye out.

Improve it: ask for feedback (and don’t be scared of what follows), and be curious. We’ll give you plenty of chances to learn and develop.

Note: positive Environmental, Social and Governance (ESG) principles are integrated across these three values.