Fitness Instructor

Organisation: sportscotland
Salary: £25,866 per annum
Location: National Centre Inverclyde, Largs, KA30 8RW
Contract type: Permanent (Full time)
Closing date: 17 February 2026
Job Description: Fitness Instructor
Salary: £25,866 per annum
Permanent, Full time (35 hours per week)
Based at National Centre Inverclyde, Largs, KA30 8RW

sportscotland is the national agency for sport in Scotland. Our vision is an active Scotland where everyone benefits from sport. Our goal is to be inclusive by design.

Inverclyde National Sports Training Centre is the first UK residential sports centre of its kind - designed for inclusivity, and it has been inspiring sportspeople for more than 60 years.

We are looking for an enthusiastic Fitness Instructor to provide fitness instruction and class cover at National Centre Inverclyde. You will have knowledge of a broad range of fitness equipment and activities, alongside a Health and Fitness Qualification.

With relevant fitness industry experience, you will support the delivery of classes and fitness suite cover. The fitness operations at Inverclyde National Sports Centre are conducted on a seven-day cycle, which means the hours you will be asked to work will include early mornings, evenings and weekends including bank holidays.

You must have a relevant fitness industry qualification. Ideally, we are looking for individuals with Gym Instructor level 2, fitness class qualifications in indoor cycling, kettlebells and other classes. Additionally, an Exercise to Music qualification would be desirable. Finally, an HNC in a sports-related subject would be beneficial.

How to apply

Please apply online and attach your CV and covering letter detailing why you meet the requirements, by the closing date of 17 February 2026.

Employee benefits

In return for the above, we offer employee benefits such as flexible working, generous holidays, Cycle2Work, fantastic discounts, a great pension scheme, support with your professional development and much more.

Disability Confident Employer

We are a Disability Confident employer. If you have any difficulties with your application because of a disability, please contact hr.recruitment@sportscotland.org.uk and we will discuss how we can help you.

Equality, Diversity and Inclusion

At sportscotland inclusion underpins everything we do.  If you've got the right skills for the job, we want to hear from you. We encourage applications from the right candidates regardless of age, disability, gender identity, sexual orientation, religion, belief, race, caring responsibilities, care experience or social background.

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