Are you looking for an exciting opportunity in the sports, leisure, and community lettings industry?
Are you passionate about sports and the leisure industry? If so, we have an exciting opportunity for you! We’re seeking a customer-focused Fitness & Lettings Officer to join our team working at our gym based at Plympton Academy.
The successful applicant will ideally hold a Level 2 Gym Instructor Qualification. As our Fitness and Lettings Officer you will oversee daily operations, including opening and closing procedures as well as prepare facilities for activities, ensuring a welcoming environment. Delivering exceptional customer service with a positive, proactive approach will be at the centre of your practice.
Key Responsibilities:
- Fitness Supervision: Oversee gym activities, ensure safe equipment use, and maintain high standards of cleanliness.
- Stakeholder Engagement: Build strong relationships with customers, handle enquiries, and promote our services.
- Operational Duties: Oversee health and Safety, monitor site entry, and manage daily operations including opening and closing the facility.
- Lettings Management: Manage club and group bookings, ensuring smooth operations and excellent customer service.
The post is based on a 3-week rolling rota as follows:
- Week 1: Thursday, 4:00pm – 10:00pm (6 hours)
- Week 2: No scheduled hours
- Week 3: Saturday and Sunday, 8:45am – 6:00pm (18.5 hours)
This equates to 24.5 hours over a 3-week cycle, averaging 8.17 hours per week.
If you’re looking for a role that combines fitness, community engagement, and variety, we’d love to hear from you.
Our Gyms
Thinking Fitness is a family of gyms within the Thinking Schools Academy Trust. Connected to schools across the South East, South and the South West, our gyms recycle profits back into the Trust, helping support our aim of transforming life chances for all our children.
For more information about Thinking Fitness please click here
What our Trust will offer you:
Career Development: We are committed to supporting your professional growth and offer a wide range of opportunities for career advancement. From staff development days and conferences to apprenticeships, we provide clear pathways for progression and promotional opportunities across our regions.
Health and Wellbeing Support: Access our 24/7 Employee Assistance Programme, wellbeing support, preferential access to Benenden Health, free flu vaccinations and eye care vouchers.
Employee Recognition: Referral Scheme, Long Service Awards and the TSTARS Recognition Programme.
TSAT Benefits Portal: A one-stop shop benefits hub that gives you access to a range of exclusive benefits including cashback from supermarkets and high street retailers, dental insurance scheme, Cycle to Work scheme and discounted gym membership.
Blue Light Card: Offering exclusive discounts and savings at thousands of retailers, restaurants, and attractions.
What you need to do now:
If you are interested in working at our school, benefiting from a supportive network of colleagues across our Trust, and are keen to progress your career then please apply today!
Early applications are encouraged and we reserve the right to close the vacancy if a suitable candidate is found.
To arrange an informal telephone conversation please contact [email protected]
We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. This post is subject to an enhanced DBS check. As per KCSIE we will also undertake online searches for all shortlisted candidates, if you have any questions regarding this process, please email [email protected]
