Leisure Assistants will undertake a range of general duties under the direction of the Leisure Facilities Letting Manager to assist in the smooth running of the Sports and Arts Centre.
Applications are reviewed on a rolling basis and we reserve the right to interview and appoint before the closing date. Early application is advised.
Main Responsibilities: Responsibilities include:
- Ensure the premises are opened for the start of business and secured at end of shift.
- Act as first point of contact for visitors
- Greet hirer upon arrival of their session, where this is not possible ensure at least one interaction with hirer each session
- Administer all aspects of the Centre’s bookings and courses.
- Deal with customer enquiries as appropriate maintaining a high level of customer care.
- Ensure centre is clean and tidy at all times. Undertake cleaning duties as directed following health & safety policies and procedures.
- Ensure centre’s equipment is used safely.
- Administer first aid as required.
- Set up and dismantle centre’s equipment in accordance with safety standards.
- Undertake routine maintenance checks of equipment and identify and report repairs
- Make routine health and safety checks throughout the premises.
- Complete accident/incident reporting records as required.
- Ensure all restricted areas are properly secured and monitored.
- Ensure all check sheets are completed daily
- Undertake clerical duties as required.
- Record all incidents or concerns via email to the Centre Manager before the end of the shift.
Ideal Candidate: Knowledge and skills include:
- Providing a customer based service
- Qualified First Aider or willingness to undergo First Aid Training
- Of interaction with children/students/general public
- Excellent communication skills
- Ability to work as part of a team
- Computer literacy (word and excel)
- Good organisational abilities
- Ability to manage competing demands
- Ability to take the initiative
- Flexibility
Package Description: Being an employee of Northgate High School allows you access to an Employee Benefits scheme saving you money on many High Street brands, a cycle-to-work scheme, use of the sports facilities, library, and free parking. Hot meals are available on-site during term time. We also offer entry into a competitive Local Government Pension Scheme.
