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Join our passionate, dedicated team as a Trainee Duty Manager. This full-time role involves 40 hours across five days, with occasional flexibility in shift times to meet Centre needs. The overall schedule remains consistent.
The King's School Sports Centre is owned and managed by one of the oldest and most prestigious schools in the country, renowned for academic excellence and achievement.
Benefits include ongoing learning and development opportunities, access to industry-recognised training and qualifications, and career progression for committed individuals who show initiative and a desire to grow within their roles.
The successful candidate will hold, or be willing to work towards, the following qualifications:
* Emergency First Aid at Work
* Pool Lifeguarding (STA, NPLQ, RLSS)
Key Responsibilities
* Centre Operations: Support Centre Management in the effective operation of the Sports Centre by overseeing daily functions, including opening and closing procedures, ensuring security, and readiness for use.
* Customer Service: Provide high standards of customer care and maintain a safe, welcoming environment for pupils, staff, and Centre users.
* Facilities: Maintain cleanliness and presentation of all facilities, including overseeing and assisting with daily activity changeovers.
* Support: Support all Centre staff and departments, including Recreation Assistants, Receptionists, Sports, Fitness, and Swimming.
* Lifeguarding: Carry out lifeguard responsibilities according to current qualifications and Centre procedures, participating in regular training.
* Pool Plant Operations: Understand and support pool plant operations, conduct water quality tests, backwashing, and ensure systems comply with health and safety standards.
Professional development includes continuous learning and opportunities for progression within the Centre.
The King's School offers an extensive rewards package, including:
* Gold membership at The King's School Sports Centre
* Enhanced employer pension contributions up to 10%
* Employee Assistance Programme
* Life Assurance
* Cycle to Work Scheme
* In-house training and CPD opportunities
The role requires successful completion of Emergency First Aid at Work and Pool Lifeguard qualifications. Training courses will be provided if needed.
If interested or for informal discussion, contact the Staffing & Development Manager, Neil Parry, at 01227 595602 or n.parry@kings-school.co.uk.
Apply online at: Current Job Vacancies & The King's School, Canterbury. Closing date: Sunday, 13 July 2025.
The King's School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of pupils. All staff and volunteers must share this commitment. The recruitment process aligns with Keeping Children Safe in Education guidance and includes online checks.
Employment offers are subject to an Enhanced DBS check, references, and prohibition from teaching checks where applicable.
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