13th October, 2025
Sports Facilities Supervisor
Location: Northamptonshire (on behalf of an Ofsted-rated Further Education college)
Salary: £24,198 per annum
Contract Type: Full-time, permanent
Working Pattern: Includes evening and weekend shifts
Annual Leave: 33 days (including bank holidays) plus Christmas closure
Pension: Government pension scheme with 20% employer contribution
The Opportunity
Think FE are proud to be working on behalf of a well-regarded Further Education college in Northamptonshire to recruit a proactive and commercially minded Sports Facilities Supervisor. This role is ideal for a qualified Personal Trainer or fitness professional looking to take the next step in their career, combining day-to-day operations with strategic input into commercial growth.
You’ll work closely with the Sports Centre Manager and Sports Facilities Manager to ensure the smooth running of a vibrant, student and community-focused facility. This is a hands-on position requiring someone who is confident leading fitness inductions, maintaining high operational standards, and contributing to the centre’s financial performance through effective revenue stream management.
Key Responsibilities
- Carry out fitness suite inductions and ensure users are confident and safe in the facility
- Assist the Sports Centre Manager in the smooth daily operation of the centre, including bookings and general oversight
- Monitor and report maintenance or repair needs, working closely with the Facilities Team
- Support the Sports Facilities Manager in developing and managing revenue opportunities, including lettings, events, and external bookings
- Help drive customer engagement and service excellence across all areas of the centre
- Uphold high standards of health, safety, and cleanliness
Who are we looking for? To thrive in this role, you’ll need:
- A relevant fitness qualification (e.g. Level 2 Gym Instructor, Level 3 Personal Trainer)
- Experience in a fitness or sports facility environment
- A commercial mindset with an interest in revenue generation and business development
- Excellent communication and customer service skills
- A practical, hands-on approach and the ability to think on your feet
- Willingness to work evenings and weekends on a rota basis
This role would suit a Personal Trainer seeking a more structured role with progression into management or commercial operations.
What’s on Offer - Salary of £24,198 per annum
- 33 days' annual leave (including bank holidays) plus Christmas closure
- Enrolment in a government pension scheme with 20% employer contribution
- Professional development opportunities and a supportive team environment
- A chance to play a key role in the continued growth of a thriving sports facility within education
Next Steps Once you’ve applied, one of our friendly further education consultants will give you a call to discuss this opportunity. The college will move quickly for the right applicant, and they have a simple and concise interview process. Think FE Ltd. are acting as an employment business for this position. Working for/with Think FE Ltd. is subject to agreement to our Terms and Conditions.
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