Lsd156 - Gym Instructor - West Bromwich, United Kingdom - YMCA Black Country Group

YMCA Black Country Group

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West Bromwich, United Kingdom

2 weeks ago

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Tom O´Connor

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Description

JOB DESCRIPTION:

Job Title:
GymInstructor

Responsibleto:
Fitness and Community Partnership Manager

Hourlyrate:
£10.50

Contract Type:
Fixed term1 year contract with possible extension 10 Hours perWeek

Location:
YMCA Black Country Group, WesternGateway, 38 Carters Green, West Bromwich B70 9LG.

Background:

YMCA Black Country Group is a group of YMCA charitablecompanies & associated trading subsidiaries operating in the Black Countryand South Staffordshire area.

The charity employs around 185 staff acrossseveral sites, delivering a wide range of community services includingsupported housing, youth work, childcare and family support, drug and alcoholsupport interventions, skills and employment training, health and wellbeingservices.

Job Role:

Working asa Gym Instructor you will assess thephysical and health conditions of clients, create appropriate exercise plans,and monitor their improvement.

You will alsoexplain applicable safety rules and regulations (e.g. use of equipment). Ultimately,you will help our clients have fun and improve their health through exercise.

The postholder must be able to respect the Christian Ethos of the YMCA and uphold itsvalues. A DBS clearance will also be required.

Duties and Responsibilities

To assist in the smooth daytoday running of the gym and fitness facilities
To induct new members into the gym
Supervise general use and ensure correct use of the equipment at all times.
To help members identify personal goals and develop personalised fitness programmes tailored to support and motivate them
To lead group stretch and strength sessions and minicircuits
Record and monitor daily safety checks of the gym equipment
Ensurepotential hazards are dealt with and reported to the gym manager
Keepingthe gym areas clean and tidy making sure all loose equipment stored safelyafter use
Promoteactivities including working with the gym manager to increase our social mediaprofile and helping with outreach events
Attending regular teammeetings
Toact at all times inaccordance with YMCA BCG policies and procedures
Assisting with the building evacuation in case of emergency
Ensureproductivity is maximised through meticulous time keeping.
Undertake evening and weekend working as required.
Undertakeother general duties as appropriate to the post.

General

Ensure all work practice is inclusive,expressed through a wholehearted commitment to welcome those of all faiths andnone.
Operate within YMCA policies andprocedures, ensuring that the health & safety of clients, colleagues,carers and yourself is maintained at all times.
To have an understanding of, and commitmentto, the principles of equal opportunities.
To keep up to date with relevantprofessional practise.
Respect prayer and devotional times thatmay take place from time to time in YMCA gatherings and related activities.
In addition to the job set out in this job description theworker may, from time to time, be required to undertake additional or otherduties as necessary within his or her capabilities and status to meet the needsof YMCA Black Country Group._

Person Specification:

Job Title:
Gym Instructor

Experience:

Essential

Desirable
Delivering gym inductions/ fitness activity

P

Supporting customers/ members to achieve their fitness goals

P

Ensuring excellent customer service.

P

Working independently on own initiative with little day-to-day supervision.

P

Dealing with customer compliments, comments or complaints in a professional manner.

P

Working in a fast-paced environment with the ability to prioritise own workload whilst maintaining excellent customer service

P

Qualifications:

Level 2 gym instructor qualification:

P

Experience of working in the fitness industry:
P

Skills:

Ability to complete gym inductions and advise safe training techniques.

P

Ability and confidence to present YMCA Black Country Group - YGym facilities & services.

P

Ability to promote and market services to produce sales.

PExcellent communication skills and ability to build rapport with clients and partner organisations.

P

An ability to work alongside staff.

P

To be driven, dynamic and service-motivated with excellent people skills

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Ability to work in a team as well as under own initiative

P

Knowledge:

Good knowledge of IT/computer software and ability to learn new systems quickly.

P

Demonstrate clear understanding of health and fitness

P

Demonstrate an understanding of health & safety including risk assessments.

P

Demonstrate an understanding of different health conditions, cultures, cultural practices, and the ability to work with sensitivity to these issues.

P

Holistic health environment including current and future trends

P

General:

A commitment to equal opportunities in the workplace which creates a welcoming environment for people of all faiths and of none

P

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