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Northumberland County Council’s Staff Bank provides a pool of highly skilled temporary workers who are looking for a long-term placement, or who want to work flexibly within the council. If a team needs support due to sickness, common staff shortages, or general vacancies, they call upon registered bank members to fill available assignments. These can be filled via a long-term assignment for up to 12 months or on an ad hoc basis.

About The Service

Safe and Resilient Communities exists to create safe, resilient, and thriving communities by enabling coordinated and asset‑based approaches that reduce inequalities, prevent escalation of need, and improve the life chances of residents.

Through strategic collaboration with leisure providers and community partners, the service also supports the delivery of inclusive sport, active living, and community hub activities that promote wellbeing and widen access for all. Overall, the service acts as a strategic enabler, bringing partners together to deliver coordinated, preventative, and community‑focused outcomes.

About The Role

Druridge Bay Fitness Centre and Rothbury Fitness Centre are important community facilities, providing a safe, inclusive and welcoming space for people of all ages and abilities to be physically active, improve their health and enhance their wellbeing. As key hubs within the local community, the centres play a vital role in supporting healthier lifestyles and reducing health inequalities.

To support the day-to-day running of each facility, we are recruiting for Gym Instructors on a Bank contract to provide operational cover as required. This is a varied, customer-facing role where you will be responsible for delivering a high-quality fitness service, ensuring customers can exercise safely and confidently within the gym environment.

As a Gym Instructor, you will carry out gym inductions, provide expert fitness advice and guidance, and support to members.

The role also involves maintaining a safe and clean environment, ensuring all equipment is used correctly and is well maintained, and adhering to all health and safety procedures. Working closely with the wider team, you will contribute to the smooth operation of the centre, support the delivery of fitness activities, and help promote the full range of services available.

This is an exciting opportunity for individuals who are passionate about health and fitness, enjoy working with people, and are committed to delivering excellent customer service within a community-focused environment.

Requirements of the role

Experience of working with the community

Strong communication and interpersonal skills

Ability to work independently and as part of a team

Knowledge of the fitness industry

Benefits of joining NCC’s Staff Bank include:

Flexible contract – work and earn alongside your current commitments
Career opportunities - Build and increase your employability and professional network with the opportunity to gain fixed term and permanent contracts.
Try different roles within the organisation to find your fit.
Develop new skills and enhance current expertise to help supplement your career.

Where we receive a high volume of applications for a post, we may bring the closing date forward. You are therefore advised to submit your completed application as early as possible to avoid disappointment.

You will be subject to Northumberland County Council's pre-employment checking process which includes a minimum of 2 references covering the past 3 years, health clearance and proof of right to work in the UK and depending on the assignment you may be required to undertake a DBS check.

We are proud to be an equal opportunities employer. We operate a guaranteed interview scheme for disabled applicants who meet the essential criteria. This information will be treated as confidential and will only be used to check that you meet the essential requirements of the post.

For guidance on completing your application and for information about our Equality and Diversity principles, please see the attached guidance notes here

Alternative application format:

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For those with speech difficulties or hearing loss: Text relay service dial 018001 01670 623930

Salary range

£13.26 per hour