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ELECTRICAL AND ELECTRONIC TRADES N.E.C.▲ 65% /10yrBUSINESS, RESEARCH AND ADMINISTRATIVE PROFESSIONALS N.E.C.▲ 60% /10yrFINANCIAL AND ACCOUNTING TECHNICIANS▲ 55% /10yrASSEMBLERS (VEHICLES AND METAL GOODS)▼ 1% /10yrHIGHER EDUCATION TEACHING PROFESSIONALS▲ 5% /10yrSOFTWARE ENGINEER£55,000▲ 38% /5yrCYBER SECURITY ANALYST£62,000▲ 35% /5yr
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Fitness and wellbeing instructors Salary

Salary data from ONS ASHE. Some figures may be unavailable due to small sample sizes.

For fitness and wellbeing instructors, £27,273 is the typical (median) pay. That is well below the UK full-time median of £39,039 — -30% versus the national average.

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About this role

Fitness and wellbeing instructors provide technical support, implementation and operational expertise within IT and technology environments. They configure systems, troubleshoot issues, implement solutions and ensure technology infrastructure operates reliably and securely.

Key responsibilities

  • Installing, configuring and maintaining IT systems and infrastructure
  • Troubleshooting technical issues and providing user support
  • Implementing security measures and monitoring system performance
  • Documenting technical procedures and configurations
  • Collaborating with development and engineering teams

Qualifications and entry routes

Typically requires a degree, HND or professional certifications in a relevant technology area. Certifications such as CompTIA, Cisco (CCNA), Microsoft (Azure/365) or AWS are valued. Apprenticeships provide alternative entry routes.

Career outlook

Strong demand across all sectors. Cloud, cybersecurity and data management skills are particularly sought after.

Key skills

Technical troubleshootingSystems administrationNetwork managementSecurity awarenessDocumentation

Common industries

  • Technology
  • Financial services
  • Public sector
  • Telecommunications
  • Managed service providers

Data coverage

SOC code3433
Data sourceONS ASHE
Years available2021–2025
Estimated jobs25,000
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Mean Salary
£15,815
Top 10% Earn
N/A
Jobs (000s)
25k
Data Years
5 years

Salary Trend (2021-2025)

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Fitness and wellbeing instructors salary: common questions

How much do fitness and wellbeing instructors earn in the UK?
Fitness and wellbeing instructors earn a median of £27,273 a year (ONS ASHE 2025).
Is £27,273 a good salary in the UK?
For fitness and wellbeing instructors, £27,273 is the typical (median) pay. That is well below the UK full-time median of £39,039 — -30% versus the national average.
What is the starting salary for fitness and wellbeing instructors?
Entry-level fitness and wellbeing instructors typically start near the lower end of the range. The bottom 25% earn up to £23,596, though this varies by employer and region.
Have fitness and wellbeing instructors salaries kept up with inflation?
Since 2021, median fitness and wellbeing instructors pay has risen from £18,862 to £27,273 — +45% in cash terms, or +17% after CPIH inflation. That is ahead of inflation over the period.

Figures: ONS Annual Survey of Hours and Earnings, gross annual pay. UK full-time median £39,039 (2025).

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