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Contract hours: 7
Basis: Part time
Salary
Probation period: 6 months
Location: Uppingham School Sports Centre
Closing date: 11 September 2025, 11:59 pm
Job Purpose
To be the first point of contact within the sports centre for pupils, staff and the general public
representing the Operations Team in a friendly, helpful and courteous manner. Our Leisure Assistants
will be trained lifeguards who will hold a National Pool Lifeguard Qualification to ensure the safety of all
our users.
Your Accountabilities
General
Making sure the centre is kept safe, clean and tidy at all times for our members and pupils to
use in compliance with health and safety regulations.
To deliver high levels of service in customer care to our members and pupils.
Supervise pupils and ensure their safety.
To maintain cover of the swimming pool and provide a high level of customer service to all
members and pupils.
Greet all visitors to poolside in an appropriate and friendly manner.
Deal promptly with enquiries or problems around the building with a friendly, kind and helpful
manner.
Carry out rescues and first aid when necessary.
Complete, sign and date daily open and close procedures for the Leisure Assistant.
Complete, sign and date cleaning and maintenance schedule daily for the Leisure Assistant.
Deal with any comments or complaints positively and efficiently following correct procedures.
Poolside
Undertake general lifeguarding duties and ensure the pool is never left unattended whilst in
use.
Be aware of general pool conditions reporting any changes from the norm to a duty manager
Monitor number of bathers in the pool and when numbers exceed specified limits advise
additional lifeguards, duty manager and reception
Check safety equipment and report any defect to a duty manager
Housekeeping
Assist in the preparation and operation of events and activities including the assembly and
dismantling of equipment in a timely and safe manner
Ensure all cleaning duties are carried out as specified by the duty manager and in accordance
with the centres standards
Patrol all areas of the centre to ensure all facilities are being used in the correct manner
Maintain storage areas in a clean and tidy condition and in accordance with store plans
Qualifications
NPLQ or the ability to achieve within 1 month
Desirable fitness instructor level 2
Desirable SEQ swimming teacher Level 1 or 2
Desirable first aid at work
Knowledge and experience of customer focused environment
Experience of working as part of a team
Desirable experience of working in a leisure centre environment
Personal Qualities
Focus on good customer service
Good people skills
Good Communication skills
Ability to work as part of a team
Ability to use own initiative and display a pro-active approach to problem solving
Flexible and can-do attitude
Ability to deal confidently with a wide range of people, including pupils, staff and members of the public
Benefits
50% Contribution towards premiums for the Schools private health scheme
Discount on School fees
Discount at a local nursery in Uppingham
25% Discount on holiday club fees for children of Uppingham or Maidwell Hall
staff
Westfield healthcare
Westfield Rewards which gives discounts at various retailers, gyms, cinemas,
and restaurants
Contributory pension scheme
Employee Assistance Programme
In house Occupational Health Service
Membership to dual-use Sports Centre (with a £25 annual joining fee)
Free staff lunches during term-time
Free annual Flu vaccinations
Complimentary staff ticket for select School performances
Cycle to Work scheme
Recognised as a Disability Confident employer
Recognised as a Mindful employer
Recognised as Investors in Diversity
Safeguarding
Uppingham School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children.
Successful candidates must be willing to undergo full screening in accordance with Keeping Children Safe in Education (KCSiE), including an Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service check. Issues relating to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of pupils will be explored at interview.
Note
This Role Definition is not an exhaustive list of what may be expected of you in the role. It is noncontractual and may be amended by the school from time to time.
Colleagues are required to comply with all of Uppingham Schools Health, Safety and Environmental policies.
You may also have experience in the following: Leisure Assistant, Fitness Assistant, Fitness Instructor, Lifeguard, Customer Service, Leisure Centre, etc.
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