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
Salary description
£50000.00 - £60000.00 per year