Recreation Officer - Active Lifestyles - DursleyReference: REQ0248Description: Salary £25,989 About Active Lifetsyles, Stroud District Active Lifestyles, Dursley, is a small leisure facility situated in the centre of Dursley Town. The centre comprises of a 25metre swimming pool, a fully equipped gym, indoor cycling and fitness studio. Job summaryIf you are hardworking, enthusiastic, enjoy working with people, and have a passion for the leisure and fitness industry we want you on our team. This is an excellent opportunity for any newly qualified or experienced swimming teachers. The swimming lessons run in the centres across the week and at weekends from 8.30am – 9.00pm Your duties will include assisting & teaching swimming lessons. Full training will be given to the right candidate. Applicants will be subject to an enhanced vetting and barring clearance. Ongoing development We will continue to invest in your ongoing training and give you opportunities to work in other areas of the business as well. For an informal discussion, please contact James Drennen 01453 546441 Benefits include: supportive team environment, commitment to work-life balance. Please note we do not accept CVs. To find out more, and to apply, visit: www.stroud.gov.uk/jobs Closing Date: 17th April 2026 Interview Date: 23rd April 2026 In exchange for your expertise, experience and enthusiasm we provide a range of staff benefits. Please click here for more information: https://www.stroud.gov.uk/jobs-and-careers/benefits-of-working-for-usA local government reorganisation is planned for Gloucestershire, which may result in changes to structures and services. Potential changes are provisionally timetabled for April 2028. We are committed to supporting all employees through this transition and ensuring continuity of employment wherever possible. Joining us now means you’ll be part of shaping an exciting new chapter for local government. It is important that our staff reflect the diversity of our community, and we therefore welcome and encourage applications from people of all genders and sexual orientation, those from Black, Asian and other minority ethnic backgrounds, and people with disabilities. Responsible recruitment practices for safeguarding are in place within the Council’s HR policies and processes. This is part of our commitment as a Council to safeguard the welfare of vulnerable adults, young people, and children. Stroud District has an energy unlike any other place. It’s green and dynamic, climate conscious and motivated, creative and collaborative, and unapologetically ambitious. To find out more about what makes our place, our people and our businesses so special, please follow the link to our dedicated website: Stroud District – The Natural PlaceRegion: Location: Active Lifestyles - DursleySalary: *GBP*25,989 per annumPackage: Excellent pension scheme - Employee Wellbeing Offer - For more information please see the benefits section on our website.Contractual hours: 37Basis: Permanent