Full-time Head Coach

A leading private training facility in London is seeking a Head Coach to lead its coaching team and oversee the delivery of its assessment-led training methodology. This is a senior role within a high-performance environment where scientific coaching, structured systems, and measurable outcomes are central to operations.

Working with a team of coaches and external specialists, the Head Coach is responsible for leading assessment processes, interpreting performance and biometric data, and developing individualised training strategies for members. The role also includes ensuring consistency in coaching standards and overseeing the use of specialised training technology.

This role suits experienced coaches with leadership responsibility in high-performance or premium fitness environments, as well as senior practitioners with strong technical and data interpretation skills.

The Company:

This London-based private training facility operates within the premium fitness and wellness sector, delivering data-driven, individualised coaching programmes. The methodology is based on structured assessments and performance tracking, covering areas such as mobility, strength, cardiovascular performance, and body composition.

The environment is structured and performance-focused, with an emphasis on coaching consistency, technical accuracy, and the use of training technology to support member outcomes. Coaches are expected to work within defined systems and maintain high standards across all aspects of delivery.

The organisation also works with external clinical partners and specialists to support integrated member care and data review processes.

The Basics:

● Salary: £40-45k/year

● Working hours: Full-time role with flexibility required, including early mornings and some evenings.

● Location: Marylebone

● Use of advanced assessment and training technology as part of role delivery.

Key Responsibilities:

Assessment & Programming

• Conduct structured assessments covering strength, mobility, cardiovascular performance, and body composition.

• Interpret assessment and biometric data to develop individual training programmes.

• Ensure consistency and accuracy in assessment delivery across the coaching team.

Coaching Leadership

• Lead and support the coaching team in delivering assessments and training sessions.

• Provide technical guidance and ensure adherence to coaching standards and methodology.

• Develop consistency in coaching delivery across all team members.

Training & Technology Oversight

• Oversee the use of specialised adaptive resistance and performance training equipment.

• Ensure coaches are trained in correct application of systems and technology.

• Maintain standards in session delivery and execution.

Member Outcomes

• Oversee the member journey from assessment through to ongoing training.

• Use performance and biometric data to support improvements in health and performance outcomes.

• Ensure a structured and consistent approach to programme delivery.

External Collaboration

• Coordinate with external clinical partners and specialists.

• Share and review assessment data where required to support integrated care approaches.

Quality & Operations

• Conduct regular audits of coaching sessions and assessments.

• Maintain standards in delivery, accuracy, and coaching consistency.

• Work with studio management to support scheduling and operational flow.

The Person:

• Degree in Sports Science, Physiology, Physiotherapy, or related field.

• Minimum 5 years coaching experience.

• Experience in a leadership or senior coaching role within a structured environment.

• Strong understanding of biomechanics, strength and conditioning, and physiological testing (including VO₂ max and force-based metrics).

• Ability to interpret and communicate complex performance and health data.

• Experience using digital tools and training software systems.

• Strong organisational and leadership skills.

• Able to operate within structured systems and coaching frameworks.

• Committed to high standards in coaching delivery and consistency.

Your recruiter for this role is Charlotte Wood, Recruitment Consultant at Jobs In. Fitness, and can be contacted simply by applying for this role below. Jobs In. Fitness are a fitness recruitment agency, specialising in hundreds of fitness jobs in the UK like these. If you are keen to be considered please ‘apply now’. Please note that only applicants matching the strict criteria above will be contacted as part of the recruitment process.