Head of Swimming & Fitness - #2166640

Head of Swimming & Fitness / Fulham, London / c. £58,000 DOE + Excellent Benefits

Lead. Inspire. Deliver Excellence.

An exciting opportunity has arisen to join The Hurlingham Club, one of the world’s finest private members’ clubs, as Head of Swimming & Fitness.

Set within 42 acres of stunning landscaped grounds beside the River Thames in Fulham, The Hurlingham Club combines a rich heritage dating back to 1869 with an outstanding range of sporting and leisure facilities.

As Head of Swimming & Fitness, you’ll take the lead in delivering exceptional standards across our indoor and outdoor swimming pools, gym, fitness studios and treatment room. You’ll inspire and develop a dedicated team, oversee day-to-day operations and ensure our members and their guests enjoy a consistently first-class experience.

The Role

This is a varied leadership position combining people management, operational excellence and financial responsibility. Working closely with the Deputy Manager, Duty Supervisors and other senior colleagues, you will:

• Lead and develop the team – recruit, train, motivate and manage colleagues, supporting high performance and professional development.
• Maintain exceptional standards – ensure all facilities are clean, safe, well-presented and operating efficiently.
• Champion health and safety – oversee risk assessments, compliance, contractor documentation and safe working practices.
• Drive financial performance – manage departmental budgets, income targets and staffing costs.
• Enhance the member experience – continually improve services, procedures and operating standards.
• Promote our facilities – work with the Communications team and other sports departments to develop engaging marketing and promotional activities.
• Support wider Club operations – provide oversight of facilities supporting golf, croquet, the children's playground, crèche and other sporting activities.

About You

• Previous supervisory experience in a similar swimming, fitness or leisure environment.
• A current National Pool Lifeguard Qualification (NPLQ).
• Current First Aid and Pool Plant qualifications.
• Excellent communication, interpersonal and teamwork skills.
• A calm, professional and diplomatic approach, with the ability to perform under pressure.
• A commitment to health and safety, operational excellence and exceptional member care.
• A gym qualification would also be an advantage.
• Above all, you'll share our values of excellence, responsibility and courtesy, helping to create a welcoming, professional and first-class environment for our members and their guests.

Why Join The Hurlingham Club?

You'll be part of a unique organisation with a strong sense of community, a rich sporting heritage and a genuine commitment to colleague wellbeing and development.

Our generous benefits package includes:

• Competitive reward: Salary of approximately £58,000, depending on experience, annual bonus scheme and annual pay review.
• Holiday: 23 days' annual leave, increasing to 28 days after five years' continuous service.
• Financial security: Generous contributory pension, health cash plan, life assurance and group income protection.
• Health and wellbeing: Mental health support, counselling services, an Employee Assistance Programme and enhanced sick pay provisions.
• Family support: Enhanced maternity, paternity and other family leave benefits.
• Learning and development: Ongoing training and opportunities to develop your career.
• Excellent workplace perks: Free meals on duty, free onsite parking and access to the Club's sports and fitness facilities, including weekly staff fitness classes.
• Additional benefits: Season ticket loans, cycle to work scheme, retail and local business discounts, staff recognition awards and regular social events.
• The Club has been recognised as an Investor in People since 2001, reflecting its long-standing commitment to developing, supporting and recognising its people.

Ready to Make an Impact?

If you're a motivated swimming and fitness professional with the leadership skills to inspire a team and the passion to deliver exceptional standards, we'd love to hear from you.

Join The Hurlingham Club and play a key role in delivering an outstanding sporting and leisure experience in one of London's most distinctive settings.