University of Southampton – Jubilee Sport and Recreation Centre & Mayflower Gym
The University has invested over £40 million into our sports facilities across campus, making it an exciting time to join the Southampton Sport team. Our most recent development - the Jubilee Sport and Recreation Centre expansion - opened in Summer 2024, featuring:
- 3 brand-new squash courts
- A state-of-the-art TechnoGym fitness suite
- 5 indoor studios
- A new climbing provision
Learn more about our investment here.
Our Vision - Active-for-All 2031
We aim to make the University of Southampton the destination of choice for students and staff to thrive through inclusive, sustainable, and empowering physical activity experiences.
The Role
As a Fitness Ambassador, you will deliver high-quality health and fitness services, including:
- Leading fitness classes (e.g., Hyrox, indoor cycling)
- Providing personal training
- Conducting gym inductions and personalised programmes
- Supporting the daily operation of our fitness facilities in line with accredited safety standards
You will work closely with the Fitness Supervisor and Fitness Class Coordinator to deliver engaging fitness initiatives that inspire our community.
What we are looking for:
- Level 2 or Level 3 Gym Qualification (or equivalent)
- Experience in the fitness and leisure industry
- Proven ability to deliver group fitness classes, personal training, and customer engagement
- A strong commitment to Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion, helping us create fitness spaces that are welcoming to all – with a focus on our disabled, Living Black, women, and LGBTQIA+ communities
- A First Aid qualification is essential (can be discussed during the interview).
Working Pattern
You will be required to work a mix of early and late shifts, including weekends, across our Jubilee Sport and Recreation Centre and Mayflower Gym, supporting our 7-day service.
An enhanced DBS check is required for this role.
If you're passionate about health and wellbeing and want to help make our fitness community more inclusive and empowering - we want to hear from you.
As a university we aim to create an environment where everyone can thrive and are proactive in fostering a culture of inclusion, respect and equality of opportunity. We believe that we can only truly meet our objectives if we are reflective of society, so we are passionate about creating a working environment in which you are free to bring your whole self to work. With a generous holiday allowance as well as additional university closure days we are committed to supporting our staff and students and open to a flexible working approach.
This role does not qualify for Skilled Worker Visa sponsorship. To explore alternative UK visa options, see gov.uk.
Apply by 11.59 pm GMT on the closing date. For assistance contact Recruitment on +44(0)2380 592750 or [email protected] quoting the job number.
