Exciting Coaching Opportunities in Trafford’s New Gymnastics Centre

Trafford Leisure has an exciting opportunity for Level 2 Gymnastics Coach to join the team.

Location: move Altrincham

Rate: £16 per hour

Hours: We offer a range of hours, including after school (4-7pm) and weekends.

About Us

We are proud to continue our recruitment campaign for the new purpose-built gymnastics’ hub at move Altrincham, part of a multi-million-pound investment in the Trafford community.

The gymnastics programme will return in a dedicated space designed for children aged 18 months through to teenagers.

You can read more about the programme here: https://twmove.co.uk/gymnastics/

The new centre is opening this month and will also feature a state-of-the-art Health and Wellbeing Spa, a 25-metre swimming pool, a 20-metre learner pool, and a high-tech gym and wellness space. Our vision is to inspire and create opportunities for the people of Trafford to live longer, healthier, and happier lives.

The Role of Gymnastics Coach:

As a Gymnastics Coach, you’ll play a key role in creating a welcoming, inclusive, and inspiring environment. You’ll help children and young people build confidence, develop skills, and enjoy every moment of their gymnastics journey.

As a Level 2 Gymnastics Coach, your responsibilities will include:

• Creating a positive, fun atmosphere that encourages all gymnasts to excel.
• Leading and supporting classes with professionalism and a supportive approach.
• Maintaining a safe and well-organised environment with great coaching practices.
• Helping gymnasts develop their skills, regardless of age, ability, or background.
• Managing time effectively and ensuring classes run smoothly
• Setting up and taking down equipment safely.
• Assisting with administrative tasks to support team goals.

What are we looking for?

You must be a Level 2 Gymnastics Coach. We are also hiring for Level 1 and Activity Instructors, you can find the job advert for this on our website.

The ideal candidate will also embody the Trafford Leisure Values: Making a Difference, being Open and Honest, Valuing Diversity, and bringing Energy & Empathy to all aspects of their work.

What we offer:

We offer excellent training and development opportunities, with the potential for you to grow alongside our gymnastics programme. Many of our team members started as apprentices or trainees and have worked their way up to roles such as Duty Manager, Swim Well Manager, and Centre Manager. If you’re eager to progress and develop your career, we’re here to support you every step of the way.

Other Benefits:

• A progressive, structured and supportive environment in which to work
• Pension scheme
• 32 days holiday, rising incrementally to 38 days after 5 years’ service (including 8 bank holidays and 2 Trafford Leisure days)
• Company sick pay
• Health and Ride 2 Work schemes
• Complementary Fitness Membership for you saving you up to £450 a year
• Heavily discounted Fitness Membership for up to 5 of your Family & Friends saving each person up to £300 a year
• 24/7 access to a GP
• Employee health scheme – including Confidential Counselling
• Employee Assistance Programme, allowing employees to claim back up to £1,150 per year in healthcare costs.
• Access to a Perks at Work scheme for discounts
• Access to Manchester Credit Union for savings and loans

Closing date for applications: Monday 15th September 2025 at 12pm.

To apply, click below to complete our application form. If you encounter any difficulties or require any adjustments in the recruitment process, please email your CV to supportservices@traffordleisure.co.uk.

We look forward to receiving your application!

Equality, equity, diversity, and inclusion are critical to the success of Trafford Leisure and the achievement of our vision. We aspire to be a diverse, inclusive, and responsible employer. We recognise that a diverse workforce brings fresh ideas and perspectives to our organisation, so we particularly welcome applications from minority, marginalised, and underrepresented groups. In return, we promise a fair and unbiased recruitment process.