Head of Athletic Training
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Role Overview & Responsibilities
Virgin Active have long committed to inspiring both new and current members to live an active life. There is a whole lot more to Virgin Active, there is a number of employees who work behind the scenes to support our clubs in delivering world class exercise experiences. We are looking for a Head of Athletic Training to join our Product Team.
As Head of Athletic Training, you will be supporting the UK Programming team to drive occupancy, growth and reputation as a world class group fitness concept
The role:
- Line manage a team of concept “Leads” to ensure coverage across all clubs each month – focusing on concept standards, instructor development and quality assurance.
- Create a coach pathway from foundation to master level for each concept
- Create an experiences/workshops/events calendar for each concept
- Create a culture where the community become raving fans of the program
- Create programmes/work-outs for Online+ filming
What qualities does a Head of Athletic Training need to join Virgin Active?
- Flexibility to work a non-traditional schedule
- At least an Level 3 Personal Training with S&C and Boxing specialism
- You know how to implement GEX programs and love doing it
- You will act as a member of one team with one goal, will always be yourself, and work hard. Most importantly, you dream big
- You are always looking for ways to learn and improve, to inspire people while having fun and doing the right thing
Our Perks
- 25 days (excluding bank holidays) annual leave – and we want you take them
- Access to The Peoples Pension, with our contributions at 3%
- Complimentary Virgin Active membership for you and a buddy. You can also get free membership for a child too, ability to take advantage of our Club V
- We want you to love Virgin Active like we do, so you get discounts across Virgin active – everything from guest passes and PT sessions to discounts on health and beauty treatment and products
- Obviously so many discounts across the Virgin Group, from Virgin Media to Virgin Atlantic - who doesn’t love a discount!
- BUPA dental insurance, accessing dental experts whenever you need
- Vitality health insurance. Vitality offer a range of exclusive discounts too!
- Life Assurance at 4 times your annual salary, though this is one benefit we hope you won't need.
- Financial fitness is just as important as physical, so we offer access to Salary Finance. They can support you with loans and savings plans, as well as help you become a personal finance expert.
- Mental health is a cornerstone of wellbeing. Our BUPA employer assistance programme is there when you need a helping hand with 4 free counselling sessions
- We know finding a new home to rent can be stressful. We partner with Dexters who offer complimentary corporate letting services – meaning no tenant charges
- Access to ePoints, offering loads of online discounts to retailers such as Amazon, ASOS and Adidas
- Always wanted to take that yoga course? Well VA offer discount on all their Academy courses, trained by the very best
Interested in this role at Virgin Active?
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