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Fitness And Wellbeing Lead
| Posting date: | 12 February 2025 |
|---|---|
| Salary: | Not specified |
| Additional salary information: | £25,137.22 - £29,728.22 (Pro Rata) |
| Hours: | Part time |
| Closing date: | 14 March 2025 |
| Location: | Axminster , EX13 5GT |
| Company: | LED Leisure |
| Job type: | Permanent |
| Job reference: | 735 |
Summary
Job Advert
Lead. Inspire. Make a Difference.
Are you a dynamic and experienced leader in the fitness industry? Do you have a passion for delivering high-quality customer
experiences and driving commercial success? If so, we want to hear from you!
LED Community Leisure is looking for a motivated Fitness & Wellbeing Lead to join The Hangar Health & Fitness in Axminster. This
is an exciting opportunity to lead a state-of-the-art facility, ensuring operational excellence while fostering a strong
community-focused approach.
About the Role As the Fitness & Wellbeing Lead, you will be responsible for the overall management of The Hangar Health & Fitness,
ensuring it operates safely, efficiently, and successfully.
Key responsibilities include:
✔ Operational Leadership – Overseeing the day-to-day running of the gym, ensuring a high-quality and engaging fitness experience
for all users.
✔ Team Development – Leading and inspiring a high-performing team, supporting their growth and professional development.
✔ Health & Safety Compliance – Ensuring all safety regulations and industry standards are met.
✔ Commercial Success – Driving membership growth, increasing revenue, and identifying business development opportunities.
✔ Community Engagement – Building relationships with local stakeholders, health professionals, and organisations to expand service
reach.
This role requires a strategic thinker with a hands-on approach, able to balance commercial success with a strong commitment to
community well-being.
We are seeking a proven leader with:
✔ Experience in fitness or wellbeing management, including staff leadership and facility operations.
✔ Strong commercial acumen, with a track record of delivering financial performance and driving growth.
✔ Excellent people skills, able to inspire teams and create an outstanding customer experience.
✔ Health & Safety expertise, with a solid understanding of industry regulations and compliance.
✔ A passion for promoting active, healthy lifestyles in the community.
✔ A Level 3 Fitness Qualification (Personal Trainer and/or Exercise Referral), First Aid at Work Qualification, and other relevant
certifications are essential. A Leisure Management supervisory qualification is desirable.
Why Join LED?
At LED Community Leisure, we are more than just a leisure trust – we are a mission-driven organisation dedicated to improving
health, well-being, and quality of life for people of all ages and abilities.
Since 2006, we have grown from managing East Devon District Council’s leisure facilities into a leading provider of independent
leisure, fitness, and hospitality services. As a charitable Community Benefit Society, every penny we earn is reinvested to
improve our facilities and services.
With over 1 million visitors annually and 10,000+ members, our impact extends far beyond fitness. Whether it’s through our modern
leisure centres, outdoor adventures, or community-focused initiatives, we are committed to creating a healthier, more active
future for all.
Team Benefits:
* Starting from 23 Days Annual Leave increasing with Tenure PLUS Bank Holidays (pro rata)
* Enhanced Sickness Pay Scheme (after probationary period)
* Free Gym, Swim & Group Exercise Membership (worth £419.50)
* Staff Perks Discount Card - Up to 20% off at food outlets and lots of other LED Benefits
* My Staff Shop Employee Benefit Scheme – Save money on your shopping, Savings or Mortgages
* Free Bowling for Team Member & their household at Ocean
* Free Soft Play for dependents of Team Members at Ocean
* Employee Assistance Programme & Counselling
* Personal development training
* Flexible Working
* Pension Scheme
* Voluntary Health Cash Plan
* Above & Beyond Award Scheme
Join Us & Make an Impact! If you are ready to lead a fantastic fitness facility and make a real difference in the community, apply
today!
Closing Date: 23.02.25 (We will be interviewing throughout the process and may close the advert early if a suitable candidate is
found.)
LED – Helping People Feel Better & Get More Out of Life!
Lead. Inspire. Make a Difference.
Are you a dynamic and experienced leader in the fitness industry? Do you have a passion for delivering high-quality customer
experiences and driving commercial success? If so, we want to hear from you!
LED Community Leisure is looking for a motivated Fitness & Wellbeing Lead to join The Hangar Health & Fitness in Axminster. This
is an exciting opportunity to lead a state-of-the-art facility, ensuring operational excellence while fostering a strong
community-focused approach.
About the Role As the Fitness & Wellbeing Lead, you will be responsible for the overall management of The Hangar Health & Fitness,
ensuring it operates safely, efficiently, and successfully.
Key responsibilities include:
✔ Operational Leadership – Overseeing the day-to-day running of the gym, ensuring a high-quality and engaging fitness experience
for all users.
✔ Team Development – Leading and inspiring a high-performing team, supporting their growth and professional development.
✔ Health & Safety Compliance – Ensuring all safety regulations and industry standards are met.
✔ Commercial Success – Driving membership growth, increasing revenue, and identifying business development opportunities.
✔ Community Engagement – Building relationships with local stakeholders, health professionals, and organisations to expand service
reach.
This role requires a strategic thinker with a hands-on approach, able to balance commercial success with a strong commitment to
community well-being.
We are seeking a proven leader with:
✔ Experience in fitness or wellbeing management, including staff leadership and facility operations.
✔ Strong commercial acumen, with a track record of delivering financial performance and driving growth.
✔ Excellent people skills, able to inspire teams and create an outstanding customer experience.
✔ Health & Safety expertise, with a solid understanding of industry regulations and compliance.
✔ A passion for promoting active, healthy lifestyles in the community.
✔ A Level 3 Fitness Qualification (Personal Trainer and/or Exercise Referral), First Aid at Work Qualification, and other relevant
certifications are essential. A Leisure Management supervisory qualification is desirable.
Why Join LED?
At LED Community Leisure, we are more than just a leisure trust – we are a mission-driven organisation dedicated to improving
health, well-being, and quality of life for people of all ages and abilities.
Since 2006, we have grown from managing East Devon District Council’s leisure facilities into a leading provider of independent
leisure, fitness, and hospitality services. As a charitable Community Benefit Society, every penny we earn is reinvested to
improve our facilities and services.
With over 1 million visitors annually and 10,000+ members, our impact extends far beyond fitness. Whether it’s through our modern
leisure centres, outdoor adventures, or community-focused initiatives, we are committed to creating a healthier, more active
future for all.
Team Benefits:
* Starting from 23 Days Annual Leave increasing with Tenure PLUS Bank Holidays (pro rata)
* Enhanced Sickness Pay Scheme (after probationary period)
* Free Gym, Swim & Group Exercise Membership (worth £419.50)
* Staff Perks Discount Card - Up to 20% off at food outlets and lots of other LED Benefits
* My Staff Shop Employee Benefit Scheme – Save money on your shopping, Savings or Mortgages
* Free Bowling for Team Member & their household at Ocean
* Free Soft Play for dependents of Team Members at Ocean
* Employee Assistance Programme & Counselling
* Personal development training
* Flexible Working
* Pension Scheme
* Voluntary Health Cash Plan
* Above & Beyond Award Scheme
Join Us & Make an Impact! If you are ready to lead a fantastic fitness facility and make a real difference in the community, apply
today!
Closing Date: 23.02.25 (We will be interviewing throughout the process and may close the advert early if a suitable candidate is
found.)
LED – Helping People Feel Better & Get More Out of Life!