Personal Trainer Apprentice (Level 3)

University of Buckingham - Students’ Union

Location:BuckinghamSalary:£13,974 per annumHours:Full TimeContract Type:TemporaryPlaced On:10th September 2025Closes:9th October 2025Job Ref:46

Full-time, 5 days per week (including 1 day allocated for apprenticeship training), with no weekend working required.

The University of Buckingham has a unique atmosphere, unlike that of any other higher educational institution. Despite being one of the UK’s smallest universities and the only independent university to hold a Royal Charter, Buckingham has staff from over 60 countries, making it a truly distinctive work environment. Our size enables us to foster a very personalised, supportive, inclusive, and collaborative environment, with plenty of opportunities for development.

The Students’ Union is committed to enhancing the student experience by supporting physical wellbeing, mental health, and community engagement. The Personal Trainer Apprentice will support the delivery of health, fitness, and wellbeing services to students and staff at the University. This exciting apprenticeship role combines on-the-job training with study toward the Level 3 Personal Trainer Apprenticeship Standard, providing the opportunity to gain a nationally recognised qualification whilst contributing to the daily running of the University’s health and fitness provision.

Key duties will include:

• Delivering excellent customer service within the Students’ Union gym and facilities.
• Conducting fitness consultations, health assessments, and inductions.
• Designing and adapting safe and effective personalised exercise programmes.
• Delivering one-to-one and small group training sessions.
• Supporting wellbeing events, campaigns, and promotional activities.
• Maintaining safe and inclusive fitness spaces, equipment, and accurate client records.

We know that sometimes people can be put off applying if they think they can’t tick every box, but we are invested in our people and their development, so we encourage you to apply if you believe you have the majority of the skills and are keen to develop further.

What can we offer you? In addition to the apprenticeship training, we offer:

• Beautiful working environment on our Buckingham campus.
• Aviva Pension Scheme.
• Employee Assistance Programme.
• Christmas closure period.
• Free on-site parking.
• On-site gym and exercise classes.
• Excellent opportunities to network and develop across the University.

The closing date for applications is Thursday 9th October and interviews are expected to be held on week commencing 13th October.

Please note: If successful, any offer is subject to standard checks, including qualifications, eligibility to work in the UK, and a DBS check if applicable.

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