Group Exercise Instructor

• Vacancy Type
• Casual
• Location
• Upper Dicker, BN27 3QH
• School
• Senior School
• Application Deadline
• Friday, March 27, 2026
• Job Summary

• Are you a dynamic, commercially minded fitness professional ready to build a thriving community? As Bede’s opens its gym doors to the public, we are seeking three high-energy Group Exercise Instructors from June 2026 to launch and grow our new studio timetable (including yoga, spin, aerobics, martial arts, and aqua). You will deliver top-tier workouts, maximize studio capacity, and drive commercial success while championing the "Team Bede's" ethos.

  Key Responsibilities
  • Class Delivery & Growth:Deliver industry-leading classes that drive attendance and establish Bede's as a premier local fitness destination.
  • Commercial Operations:Manage basic studio expenditure, test new class formats for ROI, and utilise classes to generate leads for wider Bede’s offerings (like gym memberships or Holiday Clubs).
  • Community Building:Cultivate a welcoming atmosphere, generate positive word-of-mouth, and help market our classes to the public.
  • Health & Safety:Ensure the studio and equipment are safe and compliant, acting as the lead point of contact for safeguarding during public classes.

  You are an entrepreneurial leader who balances exceptional coaching with the drive to fill a studio. You bring:

  • Fitness & Commercial Drive:Extensive experience delivering adaptable group workouts, with a proactive approach to retaining members and spotting new fitness trends.
  • Leadership & Organisation:A motivational presence on the gym floor, coupled with the ability to smoothly manage booking software, timetables, and equipment.
  • Commitment to Excellence:A meticulous approach to health, safety, and safeguarding compliance on a shared school/public site.
  Requirements
  • Desirable:Group Exercise qualification, plus specific certifications in your modalities (e.g., Yoga, Spin, Aqua). A proven track record of growing class participation.
  • Safeguarding:All posts are subject to a satisfactory DBS certificate, references, and medical checks.
  • Location:Based at Bede’s Trust, with the flexibility to work across various sites throughout Sussex.

  Offering an attractive hourly rate of £30 - £40 per hour

  (Dependent on experience)along with a range of staff benefits including:

  • A generous company pension with salary exchange options

  • Employee Assistance Programme

  • Retail Discounts

  • Aviva Digital GP app - swift and convenient access to a GP via video consultation

  • Free use of School gym & pool facilities/discounted nationwide gym membership,

  • Eye care vouchers,

  • Refer a Friend Scheme

  • Beneficiary Nominations (Death in Service),

  • Complimentary Lunch provided

  • Free onsite parking at the Senior School with an idyllic working location by the sea!

  We welcome applications from all sectors of the community as we aspire to attract staff that match the social and cultural diversity of our community. We consider the most important factor to be the right skills, abilities and attitude for the job which will ultimately improve the well-being and education of the pupils.

  For further information about the role please see the Job Description below. Select Apply Now to complete your application today! We very much look forward to receiving applications from candidates who are ready to leave a lasting impact on the lives of our young learners.

  If you have any questions, please do not hesitate to contact

  recruitment@bedes.org.Please note that we are unable to accept CV’s, applicants must add their full education and employment history to their application.Application Closing Date:Friday 27th March 2026 at 8am.Bede’s Trust is committed to building a truly inclusive school and cultivating a culture of equality, diversity and kindness. We believe that a diverse staff body reflects and supports the diversity of our students and wider society. We are an equal opportunity employer and in recruiting for our team, we welcome the unique contributions that you can bring in terms of your education, opinions, culture, ethnicity, race, sex, gender identity and expressions, nation of origin, age, languages spoken, colour, religion, disability, sexual orientation and beliefs.Bede’s is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. All offers of employment are subject to satisfactory references and an Enhanced DBS check
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