SOC 3433 Culture, media and sports occupations

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.

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 troubleshooting Systems administration Network management Security awareness Documentation

Common industries

Technology
Financial services
Public sector
Telecommunications
Managed service providers

Data coverage

SOC code 3433

Data source ONS ASHE

Years available 2021–2025

Estimated jobs 25,000

Median Salary

N/A

Mean Salary

£15,815

Jobs (000s)

25k

Data Years

5 years

Salary Trend (2021-2025)

Adjust for inflation

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).