148 Better Leisure Centres jobs in the United Kingdom
Sales Manager - Leisure Centre
Posted 14 days ago
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Our client is one of the UK's largest and most progressive and dynamic leisure operators. They are currently recruiting for a Membership Manager. Leading a busy team you will take an active lead in the growth of membership at their site, based in Alton.
What your role will be
Working at the facility you will provide a line manager role supporting the Membership Advisors to maximize on every opportunity. Working to set KPIs and targets. You will meet with the team on a regular basis to monitor performance and ensure that the team are supported in line with our spirit values.
You will manage the team with the philosophy to ensure that 'everyone’s a member.’ Looking at how our client can convert users to members. Developing a high level of customer service and ensuring excellence at all times. You will empower your team, ensuring they become subject matter experts with a supreme level of product knowledge on all aspects of the facilities and the customers’ needs. This will include making sure administration and systems are kept up to date and compliant.
Your background
The successful applicant will have experience of working within a Membership management or Sales manager or consultant back ground. You will need excellent communication skills as you will be required to liaise with external and internal customers/staff. You will be able to demonstrate at interview your excellent customer service skills and experience. You will have experience getting the best out of your team and have experience motivating and driving a sales team to success.
Sales Manager - Leisure Centre
Posted 1 day ago
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Job Description
Our client is one of the UK's largest and most progressive and dynamic leisure operators. They are currently recruiting for a Membership Manager. Leading a busy team you will take an active lead in the growth of membership at their site, based in Alton.
What your role will be
Working at the facility you will provide a line manager role supporting the Membership Advisors to maximize on every opportunity. Working to set KPIs and targets. You will meet with the team on a regular basis to monitor performance and ensure that the team are supported in line with our spirit values.
You will manage the team with the philosophy to ensure that 'everyone’s a member.’ Looking at how our client can convert users to members. Developing a high level of customer service and ensuring excellence at all times. You will empower your team, ensuring they become subject matter experts with a supreme level of product knowledge on all aspects of the facilities and the customers’ needs. This will include making sure administration and systems are kept up to date and compliant.
Your background
The successful applicant will have experience of working within a Membership management or Sales manager or consultant back ground. You will need excellent communication skills as you will be required to liaise with external and internal customers/staff. You will be able to demonstrate at interview your excellent customer service skills and experience. You will have experience getting the best out of your team and have experience motivating and driving a sales team to success.
Maintenance Manager Spiceball Leisure Centre
Posted 4 days ago
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Maintenance Manager - Spiceball
Parkwood Leisure was established over 30 years ago and is now one of the UK's leading operators of publicly owned leisure facilities. We're a company that's proud to deliver a first-class service to each of the facilities we manage and is committed to working with local communities to make a difference and provide a healthier and happier lifestyle to the communities we serve. The Company prides itself on its exemplary health and safety record and commitment to staff.
The Maintenance Manager will focus day to day on the following tasks:
To assist in all aspects of Health and Safety and Fire Safety within the Centre.
To assist in the management of the Leisure Centre's quality assurance systems and procedures.
To undertake any regulatory requirements.
To undertake any contractual reporting requirements both to PPM and to the client and to ensure all maintenance schedules are updated and monitored.
To assist in managing the facilities planned maintenance system.
To play a key role in maintaining the operation of the building and equipment.
To liaise daily with the duty managers to ensure any technical issues are overcome as a priority.
To undertake any other duties as may be required by the General Manager to ensure that the business objectives of the contract are achieved.
The post holder will have a good working knowledge of pool filtration, electrical installation, plumbing and air conditioning.
Among the personal characteristics sought the applicant:
Must be able to gain acceptance and respect from clients and the teams involved.
Must be able to build strong relationships with customers, clients and employees.
Must be able to communicate at different levels of the organisation, both listen and direct.
Must be able to meet the demands of the role by working additional hours when required.
Must be able to demonstrate clear identification with all customer requirements.
Ability to work as part of a team, but also on their own.
Ability to prioritise tasks and meet deadlines.
Maintenance Manager Spiceball Leisure Centre
Posted 1 day ago
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Maintenance Manager - Spiceball
Parkwood Leisure was established over 30 years ago and is now one of the UK's leading operators of publicly owned leisure facilities. We're a company that's proud to deliver a first-class service to each of the facilities we manage and is committed to working with local communities to make a difference and provide a healthier and happier lifestyle to the communities we serve. The Company prides itself on its exemplary health and safety record and commitment to staff.
The Maintenance Manager will focus day to day on the following tasks:
To assist in all aspects of Health and Safety and Fire Safety within the Centre.
To assist in the management of the Leisure Centre's quality assurance systems and procedures.
To undertake any regulatory requirements.
To undertake any contractual reporting requirements both to PPM and to the client and to ensure all maintenance schedules are updated and monitored.
To assist in managing the facilities planned maintenance system.
To play a key role in maintaining the operation of the building and equipment.
To liaise daily with the duty managers to ensure any technical issues are overcome as a priority.
To undertake any other duties as may be required by the General Manager to ensure that the business objectives of the contract are achieved.
The post holder will have a good working knowledge of pool filtration, electrical installation, plumbing and air conditioning.
Among the personal characteristics sought the applicant:
Must be able to gain acceptance and respect from clients and the teams involved.
Must be able to build strong relationships with customers, clients and employees.
Must be able to communicate at different levels of the organisation, both listen and direct.
Must be able to meet the demands of the role by working additional hours when required.
Must be able to demonstrate clear identification with all customer requirements.
Ability to work as part of a team, but also on their own.
Ability to prioritise tasks and meet deadlines.
Lifeguard - Casual - Goldenstones Leisure Centre
Posted 8 days ago
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At Freedom Leisure we can offer a friendly working environment that brings lots of variety every day.
If you like talking to people, this is definitely the role for you. We understand that engaging with customers and colleagues is not as easy as it sounds and sometimes comes with experience. We will provide all the training needed to be a successful Lifeguard but we also believe that employing people from a mix of employment backgrounds can offer a wider benefit to our team, some of which might be in their first ever job and need more support from their colleagues.
In the role of Lifeguard, you will ensure the best levels of service are achieved for our customers through offering a friendly, clean and safe facilities.
We’re not looking for the next Duncan Goodhew but you will need to be able to swim competently. If you need extra coaching to get to the level needed to become a lifeguard, don’t worry as one of our excellent swim teachers will be able to support you to improve.
If you want to progress further, we will support this through additional training, both formal and on the job will be key. However, we also appreciate that not everyone wants to ‘move up the ladder’ and that’s absolutely fine with us. What is really important is that you are happy in your work.
At Freedom Leisure we welcome our diverse local community to our centres every day and we want to reflect that same multicultural mix inside our business too. We strive to create an inclusive and diverse workplace where people can be themselves, have the same opportunities and thrive together. Because at Freedom Leisure, You Matter!
Together, we work to create a workplace where everyone feels valued, no matter their age, race, gender, disability or sexual orientation. We aim to be the employer of choice within our industry and we strive for this every day.
In the event that a high volume of suitable applications are received, the post may close prior to the specified closing date. Please apply as soon as possible if interested.
Hours: Casual, as and when needed.
Requirements
- NPLQ qualification
- First Aid at Work
- Enhanced DBS check
- An ability and understanding of how to relate to customers of all ages and abilities and also to all levels of staff
- Well developed interpersonal skills
- Team orientated approach, able to work across organisation boundaries and demonstrate interest and be supportive of the work of staff and colleagues
- To be able to work flexibly and understand instructions from managers
- Demonstrated passion and energy for the leisure industry
- Regular cleaning, maintenance and preparation of areas and equipment as appropriate
Benefits
We want you to love coming to work, feeling healthy, happy and valued. That's why we've developed a benefits package with you in mind, so what can we offer you?
- Flexible working hours
- Training and development provided
- Paid annual leave
- Fun and busy environment
- Discounted Staff Membership
- Potential permanent work opportunities
- Opportunities to build an exciting career
- Rewarding role supporting health & fitness in the community
Closing date: 1st August 2025
Salary: up to £12.21 per hour
Lifeguard - Casual - Chard Leisure Centre
Posted 8 days ago
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Job Description
At Freedom Leisure we can offer a friendly working environment that brings lots of variety every day.
If you like talking to people, this is definitely the role for you. We understand that engaging with customers and colleagues is not as easy as it sounds and sometimes comes with experience. We will provide all the training needed to be a successful Lifeguard but we also believe that employing people from a mix of employment backgrounds can offer a wider benefit to our team, some of which might be in their first ever job and need more support from their colleagues.
In the role of Lifeguard, you will ensure the best levels of service are achieved for our customers through offering a friendly, clean and safe facilities.
We’re not looking for the next Duncan Goodhew but you will need to be able to swim competently. If you need extra coaching to get to the level needed to become a lifeguard, don’t worry as one of our excellent swim teachers will be able to support you to improve.
If you want to progress further, we will support this through additional training, both formal and on the job will be key. However, we also appreciate that not everyone wants to ‘move up the ladder’ and that’s absolutely fine with us. What is really important is that you are happy in your work.
At Freedom Leisure we welcome our diverse local community to our centres every day and we want to reflect that same multicultural mix inside our business too. We strive to create an inclusive and diverse workplace where people can be themselves, have the same opportunities and thrive together. Because at Freedom Leisure, You Matter!
Together, we work to create a workplace where everyone feels valued, no matter their age, race, gender, disability or sexual orientation. We aim to be the employer of choice within our industry and we strive for this every day.
In the event that a high volume of suitable applications are received, the post may close prior to the specified closing date. Please apply as soon as possible if interested.
Hours: Casual, as and when needed.
Requirements
- NPLQ qualification
- First Aid at Work
- Enhanced DBS check
- An ability and understanding of how to relate to customers of all ages and abilities and also to all levels of staff
- Well developed interpersonal skills
- Team orientated approach, able to work across organisation boundaries and demonstrate interest and be supportive of the work of staff and colleagues
- To be able to work flexibly and understand instructions from managers
- Demonstrated passion and energy for the leisure industry
- Regular cleaning, maintenance and preparation of areas and equipment as appropriate
Benefits
We want you to love coming to work, feeling healthy, happy and valued. That's why we've developed a benefits package with you in mind, so what can we offer you?
- Flexible working hours
- Training and development provided
- Paid annual leave
- Fun and busy environment
- Discounted Staff Membership
- Potential permanent work opportunities
- Opportunities to build an exciting career
- Rewarding role supporting health & fitness in the community
Closing date: 1st August 2025
Salary: up to £12.21 per hour
Lifeguard - Casual - Manor Leisure Centre
Posted 8 days ago
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Job Description
Would you like to work with children and make an impact on their lives? Not sure what your next step in life is going to be? Would you like fully funded training and support to learn a new skill? Do you fancy a change and are up for a new challenge?
If you answered yes to any of these then this may be the perfect opportunity for you.
We are a not-for-profit leisure trust with we have a strong purpose and commitment to support our local communities and hard-to-reach groups encouraging them to become more active, contributing to improved lives. From Swimming lessons, to walking football and everything in-between we are driven to provide fun and welcoming sessions to support the whole community to be active, both within our leisure centres and in the local community.
Being a Lifeguard with us is great as you will develop life-long skills like teamwork and communication. It is one of our most rewarding jobs and leaves you feeling really great at the end of a shift and you get to meet people from all walks of life and make lifelong friends with your colleagues. We are offering fully funded training in the recognised NPLQ lifeguarding qualification which will give you the skills to excel.
Our Lifeguards are an integral part of our team and have gone on to become swim teachers, supervisors and even more, we will support you to develop to reach your potential!
The good thing is that we provide you with full training and great potential for career progression, we have over 100 facilities across England and Wales – many of our staff have built successful careers with us because they love the having a positive impact in their local communities and enjoy the variety that the role provides.
In the event that a high volume of suitable applications are received, the post may close prior to the specified closing date. Please apply as soon as possible if interested.
Hours: Casual hours, as and when required.
Requirements
- NPLQ qualification or equivalent
- First Aid at Work (desirable)
- An ability and understanding of how to relate to customers of all ages and abilities and also to all levels of staff
- Well developed interpersonal skills
- Team orientated approach, able to work across organisation boundaries and demonstrate interest and be supportive of the work of staff and colleagues
- To be able to work flexibly and understand instructions from managers
- Demonstrated passion and energy for the leisure industry
- Regular cleaning, maintenance and preparation of areas and equipment as appropriate
Benefits
We want you to love coming to work, feeling healthy, happy and valued. That's why we've developed a benefits package with you in mind, so what can we offer you?
- Flexible working hours
- Training and development provided
- Paid annual leave
- Fun and busy environment
- Discounted Staff Membership
- Potential permanent work opportunities
- Opportunities to build an exciting career
- Rewarding role supporting health & fitness in the community
Closing Date: 1st August 2025
Salary: up to £12.21 per hour
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Cleaner - Casual - Penlan Leisure Centre
Posted 382 days ago
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Do you want to make a difference within your local community, supporting people to improve their lives through leisure?
If you feel driven to inspire people to be more active, improve their wellbeing and would like a job that will make a real different to local people’s lives then Freedom Leisure is the place for you!
We are a not-for-profit leisure trust with we have a strong purpose and commitment to support our local communities and hard-to-reach groups encouraging them to become more active, contributing to improved lives. From Swimming lessons, to walking football and everything in-between we are driven to provide fun and welcoming sessions to support the whole community to be active, both within our leisure centres and in the local community.
The good thing is that we provide you with full training and great potential for career progression, we have over 100 facilities across England and Wales – many of our staff have built successful careers with us because they love the having a positive impact in their local communities and enjoy the variety that the role provides.
We are looking for a Cleaner, to join our friendly and professional team. We are looking for someone to undertake cleaning tasks to a high standard, maintaining our commitment to our customers. You will need to undertake cleaning tasks in all the public and office areas, and must have good attention to detail. You must be able to work with minimum supervision.
In the event that a high volume of suitable applications are received, the post may close prior to the specified closing date. Please apply as soon as possible if interested.
Hours: Casual hours, as and when required - Monday to Sunday (Rota Basis)
Requirements
- To undertake building cleaning at the centre.
- To undertake cleaning tasks to a high standard, maintaining our commitment to customers on cleanliness.
- To follow all safety policies and operating documents when cleaning the building.
- Experience of building cleaning
- Attention to detail
Benefits
We want you to love coming to work, feeling healthy, happy and valued. That's why we've developed a benefits package with you in mind, so what can we offer you?
- My Staff Shop, our very own staff benefit scheme, gives employees access to a great range of benefits. Get discounts on cinema tickets, travel bookings, high street e-vouchers, gift cards, days out, leisure activities and your day to day spending.
- Discounted Staff membership (including family members)
- Incremental holidays
- Employee Assistance Programme - 24/7 confidential, independent and professional counselling.
- Company pension
- Various insurance and saving schemes
- Financial advice
- Cycle-to-work and Car Leasing tax-efficient schemes (salaried staff only, depending on earnings)
- All this as well as fully funded training and career progression opportunities in a team working environment
Closing Date: 19th July 2024
Salary: Up to £11.44 per hour
Receptionist - Casual - Tenterden Leisure Centre
Posted 508 days ago
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Job Description
At Freedom Leisure we can offer a friendly working environment that brings lots of variety every day.
If you like talking to people, this is definitely the role for you. We understand that engaging with customers and colleagues is not as easy as it sounds and sometimes comes with experience. We will provide all the training needed to be a successful Receptionist but we also believe that employing people from a mix of employment backgrounds can offer a wider benefit to our team, some of which might be in their first ever job and need more support from their colleagues.
In the role of Receptionist, you will ensure the best levels of service are achieved for our customers through offering a friendly welcome to our centres and helping our customers by serving them at the till or just by answering their queries.
If you want to progress further, we will support this through additional training, both formal and on the job will be key. However, we also appreciate that not everyone wants to ‘move up the ladder’ and that’s absolutely fine with us. What is really important is that you are happy in your work.
At Freedom Leisure we welcome our diverse local community to our centres every day and we want to reflect that same multicultural mix inside our business too. We strive to create an inclusive and diverse workplace where people can be themselves, have the same opportunities and thrive together. Because at Freedom Leisure, You Matter!
Together, we work to create a workplace where everyone feels valued, no matter their age, race, gender, disability or sexual orientation. We aim to be the employer of choice within our industry and we strive for this every day.
In the event that a high volume of suitable applications are received, the post may close prior to the specified closing date. Please apply as soon as possible if interested.
Hours: Casual hours, as and when required
Requirements
- Experience of serving customers in a face to face environment.
- Able to promote services and sell the different products that Freedom leisure offer.
- The skill to establish key relationships swiftly and appropriately.
- High level of professionalism and integrity, enthusiasm and motivation
- Well developed interpersonal skills, able to negotiate and persuade people both internally and externally
- Highly organized with a good attention to detail.
Benefits
We want you to love coming to work, feeling healthy, happy and valued. That's why we've developed a benefits package with you in mind, so what can we offer you?
- Flexible working hours
- Training and development provided
- Paid annual leave
- Fun and busy environment
- Discounted Staff Membership
- Potential permanent work opportunities
- Opportunities to build an exciting career
- Rewarding role supporting health & fitness in the community
Closing date: 15th March 2024
Salary: up to £10.42 per hour
Lifeguard - Casual - Stafford Leisure Centre
Posted 509 days ago
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Job Description
Would you like to work with children and make an impact on their lives? Are you a Qualified Lifeguard? Would you like to work for one of the most successful not for profit leisure trusts in the UK?
If you answered yes to any of these then this may be the perfect opportunity for you.
We are a not-for-profit leisure trust with we have a strong purpose and commitment to support our local communities and hard-to-reach groups encouraging them to become more active, contributing to improved lives. From Swimming lessons, to walking football and everything in-between we are driven to provide fun and welcoming sessions to support the whole community to be active, both within our leisure centres and in the local community.
We can offer a supportive and welcoming environment, joining a team to deliver high quality services.
Being a lifeguard with us is great as you will develop life-long skills like teamwork and communication. It is one of our most rewarding jobs and leaves you feeling really great at the end of a shift and you get to meet people from all walks of life and make lifelong friends with your colleagues.
In the event that a high volume of suitable applications are received, the post may close prior to the specified closing date. Please apply as soon as possible if interested.
Hours: Casual hours, as and when required.
Requirements
- NPLQ qualification
- An ability and understanding of how to relate to customers of all ages and abilities and also to all levels of staff
- Well developed interpersonal skills
- Team orientated approach, able to work across organisation boundaries and demonstrate interest and be supportive of the work of staff and colleagues
- To be able to work flexibly and understand instructions from managers
- Demonstrated passion and energy for the leisure industry
- Flexible and adaptable
Benefits
We want you to love coming to work, feeling healthy, happy and valued. That's why we've developed a benefits package with you in mind, so what can we offer you?
- Flexible working hours
- Training and development provided
- Paid annual leave
- Fun and busy environment
- Discounted Staff Membership
- Potential permanent work opportunities
- Opportunities to build an exciting career
- Rewarding role supporting health & fitness in the community
Closing date: 15th March 2024
Salary: up to £10.42 per hour