Fitness Instructor
| Posting date: | 09 December 2025 |
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| Hours: | Part time |
| Closing date: | 04 January 2026 |
| Location: | Preston, Lancashire |
| Remote working: | On-site only |
| Company: | University of Lancashire |
| Job type: | Temporary |
| Job reference: | 1452-25 |
Summary
We are looking for a fitness instructor work as part of a team who ensure the smooth and safe functioning of a programme of sport and exercise activities at University of Lancashire Sports Facilities. The role involves operating as part of a team working shifts including evenings and weekends supervising the Fitness Suite. You will also liaise with users, and issue and check memberships, conduct inductions and fitness assessments, undertake Personal Training and instruct exercise classes.
The role also involves performing routine inspection, maintenance and cleaning of equipment and prepare areas for a range of activities. There will be reception and administration duties such as operation of the booking and membership systems and cash handling. You will also assist Duty Supervisors in all aspects of the Sports Services operations.
About you:
The successful candidate will have experience of working as a fitness instructor /personal trainer in a sports/fitness facility. You will also hold a range of GCSEs (minimum 5) or equivalent experience, a Gym Instructor (NVQ Level 2) Qualification and a First Aid at Work qualification.
Please note that this role involves working evenings and weekends as part of a shift pattern.
The role also involves performing routine inspection, maintenance and cleaning of equipment and prepare areas for a range of activities. There will be reception and administration duties such as operation of the booking and membership systems and cash handling. You will also assist Duty Supervisors in all aspects of the Sports Services operations.
About you:
The successful candidate will have experience of working as a fitness instructor /personal trainer in a sports/fitness facility. You will also hold a range of GCSEs (minimum 5) or equivalent experience, a Gym Instructor (NVQ Level 2) Qualification and a First Aid at Work qualification.
Please note that this role involves working evenings and weekends as part of a shift pattern.
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