Personal Trainer / Front of House Gym Staff
| Posting date: | 11 October 2025 |
|---|---|
| Hours: | Part time |
| Closing date: | 10 November 2025 |
| Location: | DE23 6QJ |
| Remote working: | On-site only |
| Company: | Guru Arjan Dev Ji Gurdwara Sikh Temple |
| Job type: | Contract |
| Job reference: | gadgym1110 |
Summary
Job Purpose:
To provide a good service to all members including Front Desk Support, fitness training, member induction support and motivation to members of a Sikh faith-based gym, while upholding the values, cultural sensitivity, and community spirit rooted in Sikh principles.
Reports To:
Gym Manager
Key Responsibilities:
• Conduct fitness assessments and design personalised workout programs.
• Deliver one-on-one and small-group training sessions.
• Promote safe, effective exercise aligned with clients’ goals and health needs.
• Maintain respectful and inclusive interactions, honouring Sikh values such as seva (selfless service), equality, and humility.
• Educate members on fitness, nutrition basics, and holistic wellness.
• Encourage community-based health initiatives in line with Sikh values (e.g. fitness seva, group challenges).
• Respect faith-based sensitivities (e.g. dress codes, modesty, gender-specific preferences in training if applicable).
• Support a clean, welcoming, and spiritually-conscious gym environment.
• Keep certifications, CPR/first-aid training, and fitness knowledge up to date.
• Uphold confidentiality and ethical standards at all times.
Essential/Desired Qualifications:
• Certified Personal Trainer (e.g. REPS, NASM, ACE, or equivalent)
• Current CPR and First Aid certification
• 1+ year experience in personal training (or relevant field experience)
Desirable Skills & Attributes:
• Respect and understanding of Sikh beliefs, traditions, and values
• Ability to train clients from diverse age groups and fitness levels
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Comfortable working in a gender-sensitive environment (may include same-gender training only, if culturally required)
• Bilingual (e.g. English and Punjabi) is a plus
• Enthusiastic, approachable, and community-minded
• Prior experience working in faith-based or community gyms is a bonus
Cultural Considerations:
• Training times may be structured to avoid conflict with religious observances (e.g. early morning or post-prayer time)
• Music choices and gym media should be respectful of faith-based norms.
• Trainers should be open to participating in gym-led community service or wellness events tied to Sikh holidays or causes.
Benefits (if applicable):
• Free or discounted gym membership
• Opportunities for continuing education and certification
• Community involvement and service opportunities
• Flexible hours
To provide a good service to all members including Front Desk Support, fitness training, member induction support and motivation to members of a Sikh faith-based gym, while upholding the values, cultural sensitivity, and community spirit rooted in Sikh principles.
Reports To:
Gym Manager
Key Responsibilities:
• Conduct fitness assessments and design personalised workout programs.
• Deliver one-on-one and small-group training sessions.
• Promote safe, effective exercise aligned with clients’ goals and health needs.
• Maintain respectful and inclusive interactions, honouring Sikh values such as seva (selfless service), equality, and humility.
• Educate members on fitness, nutrition basics, and holistic wellness.
• Encourage community-based health initiatives in line with Sikh values (e.g. fitness seva, group challenges).
• Respect faith-based sensitivities (e.g. dress codes, modesty, gender-specific preferences in training if applicable).
• Support a clean, welcoming, and spiritually-conscious gym environment.
• Keep certifications, CPR/first-aid training, and fitness knowledge up to date.
• Uphold confidentiality and ethical standards at all times.
Essential/Desired Qualifications:
• Certified Personal Trainer (e.g. REPS, NASM, ACE, or equivalent)
• Current CPR and First Aid certification
• 1+ year experience in personal training (or relevant field experience)
Desirable Skills & Attributes:
• Respect and understanding of Sikh beliefs, traditions, and values
• Ability to train clients from diverse age groups and fitness levels
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Comfortable working in a gender-sensitive environment (may include same-gender training only, if culturally required)
• Bilingual (e.g. English and Punjabi) is a plus
• Enthusiastic, approachable, and community-minded
• Prior experience working in faith-based or community gyms is a bonus
Cultural Considerations:
• Training times may be structured to avoid conflict with religious observances (e.g. early morning or post-prayer time)
• Music choices and gym media should be respectful of faith-based norms.
• Trainers should be open to participating in gym-led community service or wellness events tied to Sikh holidays or causes.
Benefits (if applicable):
• Free or discounted gym membership
• Opportunities for continuing education and certification
• Community involvement and service opportunities
• Flexible hours