Leisure Assistant at Uppingham School
Uppingham School Sports Centre seeks a Leisure Assistant with experience in customer service to join our team on temporary 9‑month maternity cover. This role offers an exciting chance to play a pivotal part in the smooth operation of a state‑of‑the‑art sports facility.
Contract details
* Contract hours: 36 hours per week
* Basis: Part time
* Salary:£12.21 per hour
* Location: Uppingham School Sports Centre
* Closing date: 26 January 2026, 11:59 pm
Responsibilities
* Serve as the primary point of contact within the sports centre for pupils, staff and the general public, warmly welcoming visitors and providing assistance in a courteous, helpful manner.
* Act as a trained lifeguard, ensuring safety of all users and maintaining adequate coverage of the swimming pool area.
* Ensure the pool is never left unattended during use.
* Provide top‑notch customer service to all members.
* Work in a world‑class environment alongside a friendly, supportive team of professionals.
Qualifications
* Experience in roles such as Leisure Assistant, Fitness Assistant, Fitness Instructor, Lifeguard, Customer Service Assistant, or working within a leisure centre environment.
* Passion for delivering outstanding service, excellent communication skills, commitment to maintaining a safe, clean and tidy centre.
* Hold or be willing to work towards a National Pool Lifeguard qualification.
* Genuine interest in the leisure industry.
Working hours
Monday‑Friday, 36 hours per week, with early mornings and evenings. Weekend cover may be required.
Safeguarding
Uppingham School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. Successful candidates must undergo full screening in accordance with Keeping Children Safe in Education (KCSiE), including an Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check.
Note
This Role Definition is not an exhaustive list of what may be expected in the role. It is non‑contractual and may be amended by the School from time to time. Colleagues are required to comply with all Uppingham School Health, Safety and Environmental policies.
We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive a sufficient number of applications. Interviews will be arranged on a rolling basis.
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