Join the Energy at Freedom Leisure – Do Good Feel Good!At Freedom Leisure, we’re all about positive vibes, great people and making a real impact. Yes, we run leisure and cultural facilities, gyms, and swimming pools - but at the heart of it all, it’s our people who make the difference.As one of the UK’s leading charitable leisure trusts, we’re proud of our mission of Improving Lives Through Leisure. We’re here to help communities live healthier, happier lives by making our centres welcoming, inclusive and accessible to everyone - because everyone deserves to feel good. We’re all about delivering amazing customer service with a smile - every single day. We create spaces where people feel at home, supported and inspired. If you’re passionate about helping others and love creating great experiences, you’ll feel right at home with us. You don’t need to be an expert to get started - we’ll give you all the training and support you need. With over 130 centres across England and Wales, there’s loads of room to grow. Many of our team have built amazing careers doing what they love, helping customers day-to-day and making people feel good.We’re proud to be a workplace where everyone is welcome, valued and supported to thrive - because when our team reflects the communities we serve, we all grow stronger together.We are looking for an enthusiastic and motivated Fitness Instructor to join our team. If you have a genuine passion for fitness, enjoy helping people achieve their goals and thrive in a customer-focused environment, we'd love to hear from you.As a Fitness Instructor, you will inspire and support members of all fitness levels, tailoring workouts to individual needs and ensuring exercises are both enjoyable and effective. You'll play a key role in creating a welcoming environment where members feel confident, motivated and safe while using our facilities.Key ResponsibilitiesSupport gym users with exercise queries and fitness programmes on a day-to-day basisDeliver the highest standards of customer service, member care and safety at all timesInstruct fitness sessions for individuals and groups across a range of abilitiesProvide guidance on the safe and effective use of gym equipmentMotivate and encourage members to achieve their health and fitness goalsBuild positive relationships with members, inspiring trust and confidenceMaintain a clean, safe and professional fitness environmentDeliver gym floor-based classes as requiredIn the event that a high volume of suitable applications are received, the post may close prior to the specified closing date. Please apply as soon as possible if interested.Hours: Casual hours, as and when required.RequirementsLevel 2 Fitness Instructor QualificationExcellent communication and interpersonal skillsA passion for helping people improve their health and wellbeingAbility to motivate and engage a wide range of membersStrong commitment to customer service and health & safety standardsDesirable RequirementsLevel 3 Personal Trainer QualificationExperience delivering group exercise classesPrevious experience within a gym, leisure, or fitness environmentBenefitsWe want you to love coming to work, feeling healthy, happy and valued. That's why we've developed a benefits package with you in mind, so what can we offer you?Discounted Staff Membership (including family members) Employee Assistance Programme: 24/7 confidential, independent and professional counselling Financial advice Flexible working hours My Staff Shop employee benefits scheme, offering discounts on cinema tickets, travel, high street e-vouchers, gift cards, days out, leisure activities and everyday spendingPaid annual leave Potential permanent work opportunities Various insurance and savings schemesClosing date: 28th August 2026Salary: up to £12.71 per hourFreedom Leisure is proud to be an equal opportunities employer.We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people, and vulnerable adults, and we expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.
Join the Energy at Freedom Leisure – Do Good Feel Good!
At Freedom Leisure, we’re all about positive vibes, great people and making a real impact. Yes, we run leisure and cultural facilities, gyms, and swimming pools - but at the heart of it all, it’s our people who make the difference.
As one of the UK’s leading charitable leisure trusts, we’re proud of our mission of Improving Lives Through Leisure. We’re here to help communities live healthier, happier lives by making our centres welcoming, inclusive and accessible to everyone - because everyone deserves to feel good. We’re all about delivering amazing customer service with a smile - every single day. We create spaces where people feel at home, supported and inspired.
If you’re passionate about helping others and love creating great experiences, you’ll feel right at home with us. You don’t need to be an expert to get started - we’ll give you all the training and support you need. With over 130 centres across England and Wales, there’s loads of room to grow. Many of our team have built amazing careers doing what they love, helping customers day-to-day and making people feel good.
We’re proud to be a workplace where everyone is welcome, valued and supported to thrive - because when our team reflects the communities we serve, we all grow stronger together.
We are looking for an enthusiastic and motivated Fitness Instructor to join our team. If you have a genuine passion for fitness, enjoy helping people achieve their goals and thrive in a customer-focused environment, we'd love to hear from you.
As a Fitness Instructor, you will inspire and support members of all fitness levels, tailoring workouts to individual needs and ensuring exercises are both enjoyable and effective. You'll play a key role in creating a welcoming environment where members feel confident, motivated and safe while using our facilities.
Key Responsibilities
- Support gym users with exercise queries and fitness programmes on a day-to-day basis
- Deliver the highest standards of customer service, member care and safety at all times
- Instruct fitness sessions for individuals and groups across a range of abilities
- Provide guidance on the safe and effective use of gym equipment
- Motivate and encourage members to achieve their health and fitness goals
- Build positive relationships with members, inspiring trust and confidence
- Maintain a clean, safe and professional fitness environment
- Deliver gym floor-based classes as required
In the event that a high volume of suitable applications are received, the post may close prior to the specified closing date. Please apply as soon as possible if interested.
Hours: Casual hours, as and when required.
Requirements
- Level 2 Fitness Instructor Qualification
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
- A passion for helping people improve their health and wellbeing
- Ability to motivate and engage a wide range of members
- Strong commitment to customer service and health & safety standards
Desirable Requirements
- Level 3 Personal Trainer Qualification
- Experience delivering group exercise classes
- Previous experience within a gym, leisure, or fitness environment
Benefits
We want you to love coming to work, feeling healthy, happy and valued. That's why we've developed a benefits package with you in mind, so what can we offer you?
- Discounted Staff Membership (including family members)
- Employee Assistance Programme: 24/7 confidential, independent and professional counselling
- Financial advice
- Flexible working hours
- My Staff Shop employee benefits scheme, offering discounts on cinema tickets, travel, high street e-vouchers, gift cards, days out, leisure activities and everyday spending
- Paid annual leave
- Potential permanent work opportunities
- Various insurance and savings schemes
Closing date: 28th August 2026
Salary: up to £12.71 per hour
Freedom Leisure is proud to be an equal opportunities employer.
We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people, and vulnerable adults, and we expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.
At Freedom Leisure we welcome our diverse local community to our centres every day and we want to reflect that same multicultural mix inside our business too. We strive to create an inclusive and diverse workplace where people can be themselves, have the same opportunities and thrive together. Because at Freedom Leisure, You Matter!Together, we work to create a workplace where everyone feels valued, no matter their age, race, gender, disability or sexual orientation. We aim to be the employer of choice within our industry and we strive for this every day.
At Freedom Leisure we welcome our diverse local community to our centres every day and we want to reflect that same multicultural mix inside our business too. We strive to create an inclusive and diverse workplace where people can be themselves, have the same opportunities and thrive together. Because at Freedom Leisure, You Matter!
Together, we work to create a workplace where everyone feels valued, no matter their age, race, gender, disability or sexual orientation. We aim to be the employer of choice within our industry and we strive for this every day.
