Fitness Instructor - Bank

Department: Site Support Roles

Employment Type: Bank

Location: Priory Hospital Roehampton

Compensation: £16.60 / hour

Description

We is looking to recruit a Fitness Instructor to join the team. This is a Bank role.

Priory Hospital Roehampton, a registered hospital in London, is a welcoming and highly respected rehab facility, offering expert mental health and addiction treatment.
We support people facing a wide range of mental health challenges, providing specialist care for depression, anxiety and addictions. Our team offers tailored treatment for substance addictions, including alcohol, cocaine and heroin, as well as behavioural addictions like gambling. We also provide outpatient support for adults with eating disorders.

What you'll be doing

You’ll be part of a dedicated and compassionate team, all working together to ensure the smooth running of the hospital and to support the wellbeing of our patients. While your role doesn’t involve providing direct care, your contribution is vital in helping to maintain a safe, comfortable, and welcoming environment for everyone. Whether you're assisting with day-to-day operations, keeping things organised, or ensuring our spaces are well looked after, your support plays an important part in creating a positive experience for those who live and work here.

Provide fitness instruction and guidance to clients on a flexible, as-needed basis without a fixed schedule.
Design and lead personalized or group exercise sessions to help clients achieve their fitness goals.
Monitor client progress, ensure correct exercise techniques, and adjust workouts accordingly.
Maintain a safe and motivating environment while following gym policies and safety protocols.
Stay updated with fitness trends and continuously improve skills to offer effective training sessions.

You can find additional information in the attached job description.

What you'll bring to the role

Our work is rewarding but can be challenging, so resilience is key. No two days are the same! Your natural empathy will help you support others through both the highs and lows.

Candidates should hold a recognized fitness certification or diploma, such as from ACE, NASM, or an equivalent organization. Previous experience in leading individual or group exercise sessions is preferred, demonstrating strong knowledge of anatomy, exercise techniques, and client safety. Excellent communication and motivational skills are essential to engage and support clients of varying fitness levels. Flexibility and reliability are important, especially in a bank or casual work setting where schedules may vary. A passion for health and fitness, along with a commitment to ongoing professional development, is highly valued.

For more information about the role, you can email andreastroyd@priory@priorygroup.co.uk

What we will give you in return

We want you to succeed at Priory and thrive in your role. You will be well supported with regular career conversations. We also offer full training and numerous pathways into leadership and qualified clinical positions to help you shape your career with us.

Free on-site parking
Supplemented meals
25 days annual leave plus bank holidays
Birthday Holiday - your birthday as an extra days annual leave
Enhanced maternity pay
Contributory pension scheme
Flexible benefits including reduced rates and access to new schemes including gym membership, IT technology (laptops / tablets / smartphones) and Healthcare Cash Plan (Simply Health Scheme)
Access to development opportunities
Sponsorship of professional qualifications through our Individual Professional Development (IPD) panel
Leadership & management development
Long service award
Refer a friend bonuses

Shortlisting may begin upon receipt of applications, and the Recruiting Manager may close the vacancy early if enough suitable candidates are identified. In such cases, adverts should be closed immediately, and remaining applicants informed of the reason.