Health & Fitness Coordinator

DEPARTMENT/SCHOOL: Students’ Union

JOB TITLE: University of Buckingham Health & Fitness Coordinator

SALARY & HOURS: SALARY & HOURS: £17,190.00
Part-time (21 hours per week, 0.6 FTE) – working pattern to be confirmed, no weekends required.

The University of Buckingham has a unique atmosphere, unlike that of any other higher educational institution. Despite being one of the UK’s smallest university and the only independent university to hold a Royal Charter, Buckingham has staff from over 60 countries, making it a truly distinctive work environment. Whichever of our locations you find yourself working in, you will be sure to feel a part of our friendly community. Our size enables us to foster a very personalised, supportive, inclusive and collaborative environment, with lots of opportunity for development, something which we are very proud of.

The Corporate and Professional Services departments are the cornerstone of the University. They each provide essential and valuable support to both each other and the Academic departments, helping the University to function in the most efficient and productive way, ensuring that the students’ experience is second to none.

The Health & Fitness Coordinator reports to the Student Union Manager and Sports Coordinator and is responsible for leading a dynamic and inclusive Health & Fitness Programme for the Buckingham Campus.

Key duties include managing the Tanlaw Mill Fitness Centre and Exercise Studio, developing and promoting a varied calendar of health and fitness activities, leading fitness classes, overseeing gym operations, and promoting an active campus culture amongst students and staff.

Responsibilities also include:

• Coordinating and delivering a diverse Health & Fitness Programme
• Leading fitness sessions and activities, including personal training and health coaching
• Managing gym memberships, inductions, and online registration processes
• Organising and promoting fitness events, challenges, and workshops
• Recruiting and training Fitness Centre Supervisors and external instructors
• Managing the maintenance, servicing, and safe operation of gym equipment
• Marketing health and fitness initiatives through digital and traditional media
• Monitoring and managing the Fitness Centre's use, safety, and performance

We know that sometimes people can be put off applying for a job if they think they can’t tick every box, but we are invested in our people and their development, so we encourage you to apply if you believe you have the majority of the skills and experience required and are keen to develop further!

Experience and Knowledge

Level 2 qualified fitness instructor or above, perferably a certified Personal Trainer

Exercise class instructor e.g. yoga, pilates, boxercise, tai chi, Qigong etc

Previous experience working in a Health & Fitness setting e.g. leisure centre, health club, gym.

Communication

The ability to engage and inspire others through words and action

The ability to vary communication styles for different audiences e.g. different ages, genders, fitness levels, or experience levels

The ability to write reports succiently and clearly.

Liaison

A personal network within the health and fitness community of Buckingham, Buckinghamshire or nationally.

An awareness of opportunities to access external grant funding to further enhance our offer.

Decision Making

The ability to make sensible business decisions based on solid research and due diligence.

Initiative

The confidence to try new things and implement new ideas.

Insight or willingness to research into the future of the Health and Fitness industry and align our offer to meet future need.

Equal Opportunities

The University of Buckingham recognises that equality of opportunity and the recognition and promotion of diversity are integral to its academic and financial strengths. The following principles apply in respect of the University’s commitment to equality and diversity:

• To provide and promote equality of opportunity in all areas of its work and activity
• To recognise and develop the diversity of skills and talent within its current and potential community
• To ensure that all University members and prospective members are treated solely on the basis of their merits, abilities and potential without receiving any unjustified discrimination or unfavourable treatment on grounds such as age, disability, marital status, pregnancy or maternity, race, religion or belief, sex, sexual orientation, trans status, socio-economic status or any other irrelevant distinction
• To provide and promote a positive working, learning, and social environment which is free from prejudice, discrimination and any forms of harassment, bullying or victimisation
• To promote good relations between individuals from different groups.

What can we offer you?

We might be small, but we can still offer plenty of perks! In addition to an Aviva Pension scheme, we offer:

• Beautiful working environments across our campuses in Buckingham and Crewe, with plenty of space
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Christmas closure
• On-site gym and exercise classes
• On-site catering facilities
• University bookshop with staff discount (Buckingham)
• Free on-site parking
• Excellent opportunities to network and continue learning across a variety of departments
• Discount of courses for staff and their families

Informal enquiries may be made to Laura Whitty on Tel: +44 (0)1280 828 322 or at [email protected]

The closing date for applications is Friday 27th June.

Please note: if successful, any offer is subject to standard checks, including qualifications, eligibility to work in the UK on a permanent basis and DBS (if applicable)