Job Description

Why Southwark?

Are you passionate about creating outstanding customer experiences? Are you ready to shape the future of leisure services and make a real difference in your community?

Southwark Council

is offering an exciting opportunity to be part of our brand-new leisure centre, empowering residents to lead healthier, happier lives. We are seeking dynamic and passionate Group Exercise Instructors to join our growing team. If you have a passion to motivate, and encourage our community to live healthier, happier lives through fitness and wellbeing then we want you to be a key part of this vision. this is the perfect opportunity to make an impact in a dynamic environment at Southwark Leisure Centre.

The role

As a

Group Exercise Instructor

, you will lead and deliver a variety of high-energy and engaging group fitness classes to members of all abilities. You will be responsible for creating an inclusive, fun, and motivating environment that promotes fitness and wellbeing.



You'll be working in a brand-new facility with top-of-the-line equipment and support from a friendly and energetic team. We are looking for individuals who are enthusiastic about helping others achieve their fitness goals.

Your Key Responsibilities:

Deliver engaging and effective group exercise classes for a variety of fitness levels Create a positive, supportive atmosphere that encourages participation and inclusivity Ensure the safety of all participants by providing clear instructions and guidance Assist with the development and implementation of class schedules Encourage and motivate participants to reach their personal fitness goals Stay up to date with the latest fitness trends and exercise techniques Provide excellent customer service and foster a welcoming, professional environment Adhere to health and safety regulations at all times

About You:

A nationally recognized Group Exercise Instructor qualification or equivalent. Experience in teaching a variety of group exercise classes is preferred Excellent communication and interpersonal skills Passionate about fitness and helping others succeed Ability to adapt to different fitness levels and create a positive experience for everyone First Aid and CPR certification or willingness to obtain

Recruitment timetable

Closing date: Friday 25 July 2025

Interview date: Monday 11 August 2025

We are an organisation who is passionate about our people and understands that richness of diversity is a requirement to provide the best possible services to our communities. This is demonstrated through our council-wide ambitious commitment to tackle racial inequality in our communities and workforce through our Southwark Stands Together initiative. We particularly welcome applications from members of the black, Asian and ethnic minority communities to increase representation at senior management level in the Council.

Job Reference: SC07558