Health and Fitness Assistant (The Pods)

We are now seeking a Level 2 Fitness Assistant for a contracted post within The Pods.

Job Role

Our Health and Fitness Assistants:

• support people visiting NL Active facilities to achieve their fitness goals by offering instruction, advice and guidance
• work in NL Active gyms and guide customers at every stage of their fitness journey by delivering inductions, designing personalised programmes, setting challenges, and offering continuous encouragement and support.
• are responsible for the day-to-day operations in our gyms, making sure that all equipment is working, and the facilities are kept clean and tidy.
• deliver group sessions such as our junior gym programme and rig workout.

Applicants must hold a minimum of Level 2 Gym Instructor qualification

We are looking for someone:

• who demonstrates excellent communication skills
• who works as part of a team,
• is passionate about fitness and want to make a difference to people’s lives

Opportunities for training and development will be available.

Hours will include early mornings, evenings, and weekends.

Please see attached job description and employee specification which you should refer to when completing your application to demonstrate you meet the essential criteria for the role.

For more information please contact Helen Hathway on 01724 291909.

This is a temporary post for up to six months.

Closing date: 14 November 2026

Candidates must be able to evidence their right to work in the UK. Please note the council does not hold a sponsor licence to sponsor people to work in the UK.

As an employer, we promote and safeguard the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expect the same commitment from existing and prospective employees or volunteers. Recruitment to this post will follow our safer recruitment procedure which includes us requesting references prior to interview and a DBS check.

Attachments

• Job description and employee specification 2.pdf