Fitness Coach

Job Purpose
To be present on the gym floor to provide a safe and welcoming environment for all participants, through exceptional instruction to support the UofG members with their training requirements. To supervise key UofG Sport exercise areas, positively contributing to the delivery of an outstanding customer experience that promotes UofG Sport as a core part of the student journey.

Main Duties and Responsibilities

- Responsibility for the supervision of the PowerPlay conditioning suite (19 Platforms, Technogym Resistance machines, Kettlebells, powerbags, climbing frame and other equipment) and Pulse (80 pieces of CV equipment, stretch area and Technogym resistance machines) of the Stevenson Building, offering guidance and direction where necessary, and ensuring the safety of members, to add to the positive and engaging culture.

- Using appropriate methods to instruct gym inductions, workshops and gym challenges taking place in PowerPlay and Pulse to suit a wide range of capability and needs.

- Contribute to maintaining member satisfaction and ensure members are engaged and supported at all times.

- Ensure equipment in PowerPlay and Pulse areas are maintained to a high standard ensuring and maintaining a safe environment, reporting any equipment faults to Duty Manager (Operations).

- Ensuring members understand and adhere to the UofG Sport standards/rules, and membership Terms and Conditions.

- Attend internal and external training as required to ensure product knowledge is current.

- Promote the UofG Sport programme with the aim of increasing participation and specifically contribute to the programming of the two primary exercise areas.

- Have full working knowledge of Technogym equipment and programmes to actively promote the full benefits of using the system to customers.

- Responsible for the delivery of the agreed induction process.

- Attend team meetings as required.

Knowledge, Qualifications, Skills & Experience

Essential Knowledge/Qualifications:
A1 Scottish Credit and Qualification Framework Level 5/6 (National 5/6, VQ2/3) or equivalent, or experience in a similar role, or the ability to demonstrate the competencies required to undertake the duties associated with this level of post having acquired the necessary knowledge and skills through personal development and progression in a similar related role(s).
A2 Level 2 Gym Instructor Qualification with 2 years full-time experience of working within a gym environment.

Desirable Knowledge/Qualifications:
B1 Level 3 Personal Trainer Award
B2 UKSCA Accredited Coach
B3 Other relevant industry-based qualifications
B4 Basic familiarity with standard office software such as MS Office, email and the internet.
B5 Current First Aid at Work or Emergency First Aid Qualification or willing to complete qualification within first 3 months of employment.

Essential Skills:
C1 Effective teaching/coaching skills.
C2 Good motivational skills.
C3 Ability to work under pressure and deal with queries effectively, in a timely and proactive manner.
C4 Strong, confident and adaptive communicator with excellent interpersonal skills adjusting style to suit different people or situations.
C5 Work effectively as part of a team, actively contributing to team morale.
C6 Work independently and under minimal supervision.
C7 Reliable with excellent time management skills.
C8 Ability to take initiative and innovate within the agreed dimensions and duties of the role.
C9 Good organisational and problem-solving skills.
C10 Highly agile and able to adapt within the ever-evolving fitness landscape.
C11 Ability to react calmly, quickly, and effectively in emergency situations.

Essential Experience:
E1 Relevant experience working with adults/groups in a health/fitness/wellbeing environment with above qualification or evidence of progression and development gained through work experience.
E2 Experience of working with people demonstrating a range of abilities.

Desirable Experience:
E1 Experience of working in a University sporting environment.
E2 Experience of delivering group exercise sessions.

Terms and Conditions
This post is part time (15 hours per week) and fixed term for up to 12 months from start date.

Benefits include: a warm welcoming and engaging organisational culture; an excellent employment package with generous terms and conditions including 41 days of leave for full time staff, pension, benefits and discount packages; a flexible approach to working; a commitment to support your health and wellbeing, including a free 6-month UofG Sport membership for all new staff joining the University.

This role is not eligible for sponsorship under the UK Skilled Worker visa route. Candidates must therefore have an existing right to work in the UK or be able to secure this independently prior to commencing employment.