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ROLE PROFILE & PERSON SPECIFICATION FITNESS INSTRUCTOR
1. RESPONSIBLE TO: Supervisor or Assistant Manager. 2. ROLE OVERVIEW: • A fitness instructor’s role includes planning, instructing and evaluating gym based inductions and on-going client/member programmes. They should also assist more qualified instructors in the delivery of personal training programmes. A fitness instructor should also actively encourage potential clients/members to join adhere to regular exercise programmes, employing appropriate motivational strategies to achieve this.
3. SPECIFICALLY 3.1 • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • Principle Responsibilities Collecting and checking information, relating to individual clients Analysing information relating to individual clients Identifying and agreeing basic short, medium and long term goals Planning, instructing and evaluating safe and appropriate gym based exercise sessions. Providing one –to–one or group inductions and general exercise programmes, including the introduction to new equipment where appropriate. Selecting relevant exercises and designing appropriate programmes which address safety at all times Producing suitable programme cards for a range of clients/members Suggesting relevant exercise adaptations to allow for individual client difference or needs. Using logical and progressive teaching methodologies to introduce a range of exercises in relation to client goals. Selecting and/or correctly demonstrating a variety of cardiovascular and resistance training methods that can be used by clients/members. Providing clients/members with general advice on how to progress their individual programmes. Providing assistance to clients/members at all times in order to correct unsafe technique where required. To positively interact and motivate clients/members using appropriate strategies in order to promote retention and adherence to exercise. Acting as a positive role model at all times for all clients/members and staff. Proactively developing and maintaining high standards of customer care in order to facilitate the retention of clients/members. Promoting healthy activities and related strategies for daily living to clients/members. Monitoring maintenance schedules and assisting in the upkeep and cleanliness of the environment and all associated gym equipment. Working within the parameters given Level 2, recognising the standards and professional limitations that this provides, referring to appropriate members of staff for guidance and support.
The Term Paper on My training programme
In my training programme I used the methods of Circuit training, Fartlek training and Plyometric training. I also applied the principles of Overload, Duration, Intensity and Frequency. The components of fitness I used during my training sessions was power, agility, speed, reactions, muscular strength, muscular endurance and my cardio vascular and cardio respiratory systems. The energy systems I ...
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Personal Development To ensure that all necessary qualifications for the post are maintained and renewed – NVQ level 2, REPS Level 2 and CPR Fully participate and engage in centre based training and on-going assessment of performance. Keep abreast of trends and developments within the Health and Fitness industry and discuss own training and development needs with the Fitness Supervisors / Service Manager. Other To administer First Aid as required if qualified. To act in accordance with, and actively promote, GLL’s policies and standards. To undertake any other duties commensurate with the post’s level of responsibility.
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4. PERSON SPECIFICATION THE AIM OF GLL IS TO RECRUIT PEOPLE NOT JUST FOR JOBS BUT FOR LONG TERM CAREERS. WE WANT “BETTER PEOPLE” WITH THE RIGHT GLL BEHAVIOURS TO SUPPORT OUR BUSINESS AND WHO WILL GROW WITH US AND “ACHIEVE MORE” FOR THESE REASONS, WE LOOK FOR EVIDENCE OF THE FOLLOWING BEHAVIOURS IN ALL POTENTIAL AND EXISTING STAFF LOOKING FOR APPOINTMENTS OR PROMOTIONS: PASSIONATE
The Essay on The Future of Customer Experience
Frowareness, discovery, attraction, interaction, purchase, use, cultivation and advocacy. It can also be used to mean an individual experience over one transaction; the distinction is usually clear in context. Analysts and commentators who write about customer experience (CX) and customer relationship management have increasingly recognized the importance of managing the customer's experience. ...
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Demonstrates self-belief Shows integrity Is committed to service excellence Cares about customers, colleagues and our social agenda
ACTIVE Is continuously developing Is results driven Has a positive ‘can-do’ attitude Demonstrates high energy
INCLUSIVE A team player
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A great communicator Leads and inspires Is involved and committed
The Job demands the following blend of knowledge, skills, experience and behaviour (all are essential, unless shown otherwise, and will be assessed by Application Form and / or Interview / Assessment): 4.1 • • • • • • • 4.2 • • • • • 4.3 • • • • 4.4 • • • • • 4.5 • Skills The ability to effectively promote, market and ‘sell’ the service and Centre The ability to deal with customers and their queries and concerns with tact and sensitivity The ability to deliver a high quality service with minimal supervision The ability to work as part of a team Good written and verbal communication skills and IT literate Good literacy and numeracy skills The ability to supervise new and casual staff members Knowledge Appropriate professional qualifications (as shown in ‘at a glance’) Good understanding of the characteristics and qualities that customers want from leisure / health and fitness centres Knowledge of electronic booking systems Knowledge of Health and Safety legislation and other legislation in relation to leisure centre operations Understanding of financial control, budgets and monitoring Experience Previous experience in busy leisure / health and fitness centres, or working in a customer focused / sales environment Experience of dealing with routine administration, membership, booking, programme writing and Direct Debit systems Experience of cash handling and banking and till reconciliation Evidence of achieving results and making a difference to customers. Behaviours A dynamic individual with a ‘can do’, results driven approach and attitude An appreciation of, and commitment to, the distinctive culture and philosophy of the organisation Demonstrates trust, openness and respect in dealings with people Flexible approach to tasks and workload The ability to work as part of a team, and to continue with own responsibilities Other Able to work unsocial hours
The Essay on Four Skills Of Language Learning: Listening, Speaking, Reading And Writing
The purpose of language learning is to improve the speakers’ four skills of listening, speaking, reading and writing, with the base of large vocabulary and good grammar, but this is not the final purpose. The final purpose is to let speakers be able to use the language. For instance, why do people study English? If a man is only good at listening and speaking, can people say that he is good ...
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Society member (internal candidates only) Ability to work flexible shift patterns e.g. morning shifts, evening shifts and weekends
