Job Ref: KGH11832
Branch: Holiday Inn Colchester
Location: Holiday Inn Colchester, Colchester
Salary/Benefits: £12.71 per hour plus benefits
Contract type: Permanent
Hours: Part Time
Shift pattern: Early mornings only 5X a week
Hours per week: 10
Posted date: 13/06/2026
Closing date: 29/06/2026
We’re looking for an enthusiastic and customer-focused Leisure Assistant (Cleaner) to support the day-to-day running of our Leisure Club. You’ll be at the heart of the member experience, ensuring the club is clean and safe for members use.
Reporting to the Leisure Club Manager, you’ll play a key role in supporting both operational excellence and a positive, inclusive environment.
About the Role
You’ll support the delivery of a high-quality leisure experience by ensuring the Health Leisure Club is clean, safe and welcoming for all members and guests.
Key responsibilities include:
- Supporting the delivery of a positive and engaging Health Leisure Club experience by maintaining high standards of cleanliness throughout the facility.
- Cleaning and sanitising gym equipment, changing rooms, poolside areas, studios and communal spaces to ensure a safe and hygienic environment.
- Ensuring all areas of the club are clean, tidy and welcoming at all times.
- Completing daily and weekly cleaning schedules and safety checks in line with company standards.
- Monitoring facility cleanliness and reporting any maintenance, safety or hygiene issues promptly.
- Supporting member satisfaction by providing a friendly and helpful presence and assisting with general enquiries where appropriate.
- Carrying out stock control of cleaning materials and consumables, ensuring supplies are replenished as required.
- Following all health, safety and hygiene procedures, including safe chemical handling, poolside cleaning protocols and emergency procedures.
About You
You’re energetic, approachable and passionate about delivering a great experience. You enjoy working with people and take pride in creating a safe and welcoming environment.
We’re looking for someone who brings:
- Experience in a customer-facing role, ideally within leisure, fitness or hospitality.
- Strong communication skills and confidence engaging with members and guests.
- A proactive, positive and can-do attitude.
- The ability to work effectively as part of a team.
- Good attention to detail, particularly around safety and cleanliness.
- Flexibility to work in a fast-paced environment.
- A genuine passion for health, fitness and guest wellbeing.
- Recognised Pool Responder and First Aid certificates are an advantage.
What’s in it for you
- Career development through fully funded apprenticeships and our internal development programme.
- Discounts on hotel stays and a variety of major retailers, restaurants and days out.
- Free use of our gyms, pools, and leisure facilities.
- 24/7 access to wellbeing, financial, and legal support.
Next steps
If you’re shortlisted, we’ll give you a quick call to learn more about you and answer your questions. Candidates who progress will then be invited to the hotel for an in-person interview.
We review applications as they come in, so apply early to avoid missing out. We may close the role once we’ve found the right person.
At Kew Green Hotels, we’re committed to creating an inclusive workplace where everyone can thrive. If you need any adjustments during the recruitment process, just let us know at [email protected] - we’re here to support you.
Who are Kew Green Hotels?
Kew Green Hotels is one of the UK’s leading hotel management companies, operating a diverse portfolio of global brands. We’re a people-driven business that’s passionate about performance, guest experience, and creating hotels and teams that make us proud.
Learn more about who we are and what drives us at www.kewgreenhotels.com.
The Holiday Inn Colchester is situated in the tranquil village of Eight Ash Green, just outside of Colchester's busy and lively town centre. Located within easy reach of the A12 from London.
