Qualifications
- Level 3 Fitness Instructor/Personal Trainer or equivalent, or educated to degree/SVQ4/HND level.
- Experience within a fitness management/supervisory position and a track record of delivering and implementing successful group fitness and gym‑based conditioning programmes.
- Experience in supervising and motivating staff is essential.
- Excellent commercial awareness of the health and fitness products and services on offer across North Lanarkshire Leisure.
- Required to become a Protecting Vulnerable Groups (PVG) Scheme member through Disclosure Scotland and obtain a satisfactory membership check before commencing.
Responsibilities
- Monitor, measure, and report performance of fitness‑related and membership sales activity to the Health and Fitness Manager.
- Establish strong working relationships across departments for the successful delivery of fitness products within each venue.
- Serve as a model for exceptional standards within the discipline of health and fitness.
- Manage the performance of Gym Instructors and Fitness Specialists and oversee self‑employed group fitness instructors delivering within venues.
- Continuously improve customer experience, demonstrate exceptional standards, and achieve outstanding levels of customer retention.
Work pattern & Conditions
This position will follow a work pattern of 5 days over 7 and will be discussed further at interview. It is temporary for up to 1 year for maternity leave cover.
Benefits
27 days annual leave and 6 public holidays, plus a wide range of benefits. Full learning and development is available through the learning academy LearnNL.
EEO and Inclusion
North Lanarkshire Council is a Disability Confident Leader and offers a guaranteed interview to applicants who consider themselves disabled, provided they meet the essential criteria. It also adopts the Armed Forces Community Covenant, offering guaranteed interviews to service leavers, spouses, reservists, and veterans who meet the essential criteria. The Council is committed to #KeepingThePromise; candidates who have ever been in care are entitled to a guaranteed interview for this post, provided they meet the essential criteria. All candidates are treated fairly and with respect.
North Lanarkshire Council has reached its current allocation of Certificates of Sponsorship and is unable to provide visa sponsorship at this time.
Gym Manager (Temporary) - REQ06323 - 479260 in Caerphilly employer: North Lanarkshire Council
North Lanarkshire Council is an excellent employer, offering a supportive work environment that prioritises employee wellbeing and development. With benefits such as 27 days of annual leave, flexible working options, and access to a comprehensive learning academy, employees are encouraged to grow and thrive in their roles. The council's commitment to inclusivity and community support makes it a rewarding place to work, especially for those looking to make a meaningful impact in the local education sector.
