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Loughborough Sport
Term time only, part time (various shifts available) and open ended
An exciting opportunity has arisen to join the Performance Centre at Loughborough University, working alongside world-class athletes, including Olympic and Commonwealth medallists, and professional sports teams. As a Fitness Coach, you will deliver exceptional customer care while maintaining our state-of-the-art fitness facilities.
Your responsibilities will ensure the cleanliness, safety, and maintenance of the fitness equipment and facilities. This includes routine cleaning, reporting major faults, and ensuring all equipment is in top condition. You will also deliver high-quality training sessions, workshops, and classes, engaging with members to foster a dynamic and motivational environment.
In this role, you will interact directly with clients, offering personalised fitness consultations and support. You will also supervise the correct use of equipment, ensuring the facility meets the highest standards of safety and cleanliness.
Additionally, you will manage reception duties, handle bookings and payments, and assist with administrative tasks as needed.
To comply with The Working Time Regulations applicants must be aged 18+ and will in due course be required to provide a Disclosure Statement (for more information visit the disclosure website http://www.gov.uk/disclosure-barring-service-check).
Working pattern will vary and will include weekdays and weekends. There is a shift allowance of 12.5%.
For more information on the role please refer to the Job Description and Person Specification.
Informal enquiries should be made to Greg Handsley, Gyms Manager by email at g.handsley@lboro.ac.uk
Closing date: 20th September 2024
Interview date: week commencing 30th September 2024
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