ABOUT US
Our mission is to improve quality of life through inclusive, community-focused initiatives that promote
wellbeing, belonging and opportunities for all. We create and support accessible spaces for recreation, leisure,
and social connection, especially for those facing challenges such as age, disability, financial hardship or social
isolation. Active Communities Together Limited is a Community Benefit Society dedicated to enriching lives and
strengthening communities.
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 customer facing the role provides rewarding opportunities. Meeting new people,
variation in both activities and learning provides an exciting working day, every day, for our Recreation
Assistants.
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
Not essential but ideally the postholder will possess customer service experience and RLSS National Pool
Lifeguard Qualification. If not - training can be provided for the right candidate and can be discussed at
interview.
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 available to work a range of hours including early mornings, evenings and weekends.
● 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
This Recreation Assistant position is a regulated post and therefore will 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. This will be paid for by the company and then deducted from your initial salary.
Pay: From £26,436.80 per year
Benefits:
- Company pension
- Employee discount
- Free fitness classes
- Free parking
- Gym membership
- On-site gym
- On-site parking
- Sick pay
Work Location: In person
