Aqua Group Workout Instructor in Wokingham

We are Places for People Group, a social enterprise that believes it's people that make a community. We build homes and deliver services for everyone in the community to thrive. At Places Leisure, we are changing lives by creating active places and healthy people for communities to thrive, and we want to be the UK's leading health and wellbeing enabler. Our philosophy extends to our people as well as our communities, ensuring our team is appreciated and supported. At Places for People, you are more than just a number – you are part of our cause.

More About Your Role

We have an exciting new opportunity for a Group Workout Instructor at Places Leisure. You will work in a fun, lively environment with like-minded people, inspiring others to work together and deliver their very best. Your previous experience in the fitness industry, particularly personal and group training, will be essential. You will be enthusiastic and passionate about talking to people while motivating them to push themselves to achieve their aims safely and encouragingly. All Group Workout Instructors should hold a qualification suitable for delivery of our world‑class Group Workout Programme. If you are motivated and driven, we will support your continuous learning and development so you can achieve this qualification.

More About You

• Enthusiastic about delivering group workouts to large and small classes in a fast‑paced environment, holding the attention of a room full of people and shining with charisma.
• Strong people skills, always putting the customers' needs first and creating personable and meaningful relationships.
• Exceptional time‑management skills.
• Maintains an interest in continuous personal development by staying up to date with new trends in the industry.
• Comfortable working with customers of all abilities, no matter what stage they are in their fitness journey.
• Works as a team to keep our facilities clean and safe, adhering to regulations and company procedures, and maintains consistent standards.

Benefits

• A bonus scheme for all colleagues at 2%
• Full Health & Fitness membership for you, a nominated adult and up to 4 juniors
• Flexible working (including part‑time, shift work and more)
• An opportunity to purchase additional annual leave
• Ongoing personal learning and development opportunities
• Access to our Company Pension scheme
• Cashback plan for healthcare costs – up to £500 saving per year
• Discounts of up to 50% on activities, centre shop and cafés
• Extra perks including huge discounts and offers from shops, cinemas and more

What's next?

If you meet the criteria and are ready to step forward in your career, apply via our simple 5‑minute application process. Upload a CV and a supporting statement that demonstrates how you meet the role requirements. We may bring the closing date forward if we receive a large number of quality applications, so we advise applying immediately to avoid disappointment.

Safeguarding

At Places for People, safeguarding is everyone's responsibility. We are committed to creating safe communities for our customers and colleagues by protecting children, young people and adults at risk from harm, abuse and neglect. We follow robust safeguarding policies and procedures, ensuring all employees, volunteers and contractors uphold the highest standards of safeguarding and accountability. The recruitment process includes pre‑employment checks, including Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) checks where applicable, to promote a safe and secure work environment. By joining Places for People, you are expected to contribute to our safeguarding culture and report concerns to protect those in our communities.

Armed Forces

We proudly support the Armed Forces Covenant. Places for People will guarantee an interview for any candidate who is serving or has formerly served in the Armed Forces, as a reservist, armed forces veteran (including the wounded, injured and sick), cadet instructor and military spouse/partner, who meets the essential criteria for the vacancy.

Disability Confident

Places for People is a Level 2 Disability Confident Employer. Disabled applicants who meet the essential criteria for a vacancy will be guaranteed an interview.

Neurodivergent

Neurodiverse individuals bring highly valuable skills. We recognise that a traditional interview process sometimes disadvantages them. Neurodiverse applicants who meet the criteria for a vacancy will be guaranteed an interview.