Recreation Assistant (Full Time)

Posted a week ago by Legacy Leisure

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Location:
Kidlington, Oxfordshire

RECREATION ASSISTANT

JOB DESCRIPTION

ABOUT US

Legacy Leisure, established to support a national legacy following the Olympics, is a not for profit charitable organisation committed to providing a diverse and meaningful range of leisure and culture related activities for the local communities in which we serve. Aiming to deliver high quality services to our customers, the Company also prides itself on its exemplary health and safety record and commitment to staff.

JOB DESCRIPTION

The role of Recreation Assistant is a great position to be able to carry out and be involved in the full range of leisure activities. Continually customers facing the role provide rewarding opportunities. Meeting new people, variation in both activities and learning provides an exciting working day, every day, for our Recreation Assistants.

Recreation Assistants will perform duties pertaining to both wet and dry sites.

Primary Objectives for the Recreation Assistant will be:

  • To ensure the safety of and enjoyment of everybody using the Leisure Centre.

  • To partake in the management of all aspects of the daily activities of the Centre.

The Recreation Assistant will focus day to day on the following tasks:

  • To guide, care for and assist all Leisure Centre customers.

  • To facilitate a friendly but efficient working relationship with the people who use the Leisure Centre.

  • To work as part of a team to achieve the objectives and usage targets of the Leisure Centre.

  • To innovate ideas and initiate action to increase the usage of the Leisure Centre.

  • To ensure all facilities are presented to the highest levels of cleanliness and comfort.

  • Assist the Duty Manager in the effective control and security of the facility, patrolling all appropriate areas ensuring that equipment is stored safely and securely.

  • To be aware of all Health and Safety issues within the Centre, to constantly implement and assess procedures drawing attention to any unsafe practices.

  • To ensure all parts of the Centre are safe and secure when not in use.

  • To cover duties of such other members of staff as required.

  • To undertake any other duties as may be required to assist in the running of the Leisure Centre.

  • Portray a positive image of the Leisure Centre, wearing the uniform provided whilst on duty.

THE CANDIDATE



Qualifications

The post holder should have a good general education and a desire to achieve a leisure management qualification. Ideally the postholder will possess a current first aid qualification and have the RLSS National Pool Lifeguard Qualification.



Personal

Among the personal characteristics sought the applicant:

  • Will be able to gain acceptance and respect from clients and the teams involved.

  • Will be able to communicate throughout the organisation.

  • Will be able to meet the demands of the role by working additional hours when required.

  • Will be able to demonstrate clear identification with all customer requirements.

  • Will be a team player.

  • Will be able to develop the role on your own initiative.

DBS

Some Recreation Assistant positions may be classed as a regulated post and therefore may require a DBS Disclosure. Where the individual does not already hold a DBS Disclosure, it will be necessary for the postholder to be submitted for a DBS check.

CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT

Title

Recreation Assistant

Reporting to

Centre Manager

Grade

Operational

Annual Leave

28 days' paid annual leave per year

Pension

NEST Auto Enrolment after 3 months service

Notice Period

1 Month

Type:
Permanent
Contract Length:
N/A
Job Reference:
018371_1720449108
Job ID:
221965047

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