Head of Wellness and Physical Fitness
Wellington College Recruitment
Date: 3 weeks ago
City: Crowthorne
Contract type: Full time

Are you an inspiring leader passionate about student health and wellbeing? We are seeking a dynamic individual to drive a holistic approach to physical wellness at the College, promoting movement, mindfulness, and nutrition to foster lifelong healthy habits.
About the Role:
We are excited to announce a unique opportunity for a passionate and dedicated Head of Wellness and Physical Fitness to run a College-wide programme connecting multiple departments. This role is designed for those eager to redefine student wellness through movement, mindfulness, and nutrition.
As the Head of Wellness and Physical Fitness, you will lead initiatives that enhance physical performance, overall wellness, and student engagement in active living. Your leadership will shape the future of health education, ensuring students of all abilities have the knowledge and tools to thrive.
Key Responsibilities:
This is more than just a role—it’s an opportunity to make a lasting impact. If you’re ready to champion student health and wellness, apply now!
You will join on a full time, permanent basis.
Benefits:
In addition to a competitive salary we offer an excellent range of benefits including 25 days annual leave (plus bank holidays and bursary days), free lunch whilst on duty, subsidised membership of the on-site Health & Fitness Club, generous pension provision, access to an EAP, enhanced Maternity/Paternity benefits, onsite parking, access to a health cash plan and many more.
Person Specification
The successful incumbent must have
https://wellingtoncollegerecruitment.wellingtoncollege.org.uk/.
Wellington College is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Applicants will be required to undergo child protection screening appropriate to the post, including checks with past employers and the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS).
The post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and the School is therefore permitted to ask job applicants to declare all convictions and cautions (including those which are "spent" unless they are "protected" under the DBS filtering rules) in order to assess their suitability to work with children.
We reserve the right to interview suitable candidates before the closing date or to close the vacancy prior to closing date if deemed appropriate.
We are an equal opportunities employer and are seeking applications from suitable candidates from all backgrounds.
All applicants must have a valid right to work in the UK and must be able to produce supporting documents.
About the Role:
We are excited to announce a unique opportunity for a passionate and dedicated Head of Wellness and Physical Fitness to run a College-wide programme connecting multiple departments. This role is designed for those eager to redefine student wellness through movement, mindfulness, and nutrition.
As the Head of Wellness and Physical Fitness, you will lead initiatives that enhance physical performance, overall wellness, and student engagement in active living. Your leadership will shape the future of health education, ensuring students of all abilities have the knowledge and tools to thrive.
Key Responsibilities:
- Develop and implement fitness programmes that encourage daily physical activity.
- Mentor our athletic performance coaches.
- Design a nutrition education programme and collaborate with the College’s catering providers on promoting healthy eating.
- A passion for fitness, wellbeing, and student development.
- Experience in programme leadership and team management.
- Strong collaboration skills to work across departments.
This is more than just a role—it’s an opportunity to make a lasting impact. If you’re ready to champion student health and wellness, apply now!
You will join on a full time, permanent basis.
Benefits:
In addition to a competitive salary we offer an excellent range of benefits including 25 days annual leave (plus bank holidays and bursary days), free lunch whilst on duty, subsidised membership of the on-site Health & Fitness Club, generous pension provision, access to an EAP, enhanced Maternity/Paternity benefits, onsite parking, access to a health cash plan and many more.
Person Specification
The successful incumbent must have
- Qualifications relevant to the role, for example a degree in Sports Science; Exercise and Sports Science; Nutrition (Exercise and Health); Fitness, Nutrition and Health; Physical Education and/or professional qualifications associated with the role, for example personal training, nutrition, fitness etc
- Extensive experience in teaching or coaching exercise and fitness young people (13-18) with relevant qualifications
- Management experience
https://wellingtoncollegerecruitment.wellingtoncollege.org.uk/.
Wellington College is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Applicants will be required to undergo child protection screening appropriate to the post, including checks with past employers and the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS).
The post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and the School is therefore permitted to ask job applicants to declare all convictions and cautions (including those which are "spent" unless they are "protected" under the DBS filtering rules) in order to assess their suitability to work with children.
We reserve the right to interview suitable candidates before the closing date or to close the vacancy prior to closing date if deemed appropriate.
We are an equal opportunities employer and are seeking applications from suitable candidates from all backgrounds.
All applicants must have a valid right to work in the UK and must be able to produce supporting documents.
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