Fitness Coach (Crossfit)

Organisation: University of Liverpool
Salary: £15 Plus 13% Holiday Pay
Location: Liverpool
Contract type: Permanent (Part time)
Closing date: 30 August 2025
Job Description: The University of Liverpool is highly committed to sport. One of our key targets is to raise the performance of our student teams competing in the British Universities and Colleges Sports league.

We are seeking an enthusiastic CrossFit/Hyrox-style functional fitness coach to lead our bi-weekly student training sessions.

The role involves in-person coaching of 2 sessions per week which will each last 1.5-2 hours at Vine Court Gym, 35 Myrtle St, Liverpool L7 7AJ. You will be coaching students from a variety of different sporting backgrounds with a range of abilities, from absolute beginner to advanced.

Not only will you be leading 2 sessions a week but you will also need to provide our students with a “Team Training Plan”, this is a standardised training plan to be given to students who join the club with an AU membership to provide them with a structured training regime to improve their functional fitness as much as possible.

To apply for this position please submit an up to date coaching CV and covering letter outlining how you meet the specific elements of this role by email to Gill Higgins Gillian.Higgins@liverpool.ac.uk.

Job Requirements
• Deliver exceptional coaching in the sessions and beyond
• Have a burning passion for personal growth regardless of an individual's journey
• Promote a strong team spirit and a positive attitude
• Help develop a strong student community within our club
• Be willing to get involved in competitions

Hours of work

3-4 hours weekly, divided into 2 x 1.5-2hr sessions (timings TBC)

Hourly rate
£15 Per hour Plus 13% holiday pay

Qualification/Experience

• Level 1 CrossFit Trainer or equivalent
• Understanding of Hyrox training principles
• Relevant Fitness/Coaching Certifications
• Experience coaching group classes
• Knowledge of mobility, injury prevention and recovery
• First aid & CPR certified

Location

Vine Court Gym, City Centre Campus.
How to apply: Please submit an up to date coaching CV and covering letter outlining how you meet the specific elements of this role by email to Gill Higgins Gillian.Higgins@liverpool.ac.uk.