Responsible for managing all Aquatics within the Great Yarmouth area. Leading a team of Swim Teachers to deliver a full Learn to Swim programme from parent and baby to adult swimming lessons. Using the water space within the centres to engage our local community and drive physical activity and fun!
You should already be working at Assistant Manager level or higher within a medium to large operation. The person we are looking for will have the ability to manage a number of priorities at the same time; will be able to build, lead and motivate staff and have a passion for the leisure and cultural services and events. The ability to deliver on tight deadlines under pressure is absolutely essential.
Key Qualifications
* Strong people management skills.
* Experience of problem solving, customer service and staff management.
* Experience of at least three years in an Aquatics setting, programming multiple pools and successful LTS operation.
* Experience of sales, developing key targets and implementing marketing strategies.
* A high awareness of industry developments, new activities, trends and research.
* Good commercial awareness which translates into a successful and financially viable operation.
* A passion for the industry demonstrated through continuous professional development.
* Well developed interpersonal skills, able to negotiate and persuade people both internally and externally.
* Team orientated approach, able to work across organisation boundaries and demonstrate interest and be supportive of the work of staff and colleagues.
* To be able to work flexibly with a good level of autonomy.
* Communication & time management skills - able to deal with a number of priorities at once.
* Mobility to travel across sites.
Benefits
* My Staff Shop, our very own staff benefit scheme, gives employees access to a great range of benefits. Get discounts on cinema tickets, travel bookings, high street e-vouchers, gift cards, days out, leisure activities and your day to day spending.
* Discounted Staff membership (including family members)
* Incremental holidays
* Employee Assistance Programme - 24/7 confidential, independent and professional counselling.
* Company pension
* Various insurance and saving schemes
* Financial advice
* Cycle-to-work and Car Leasing tax-efficient schemes (salaried staff only, depending on earnings)
* All this as well as fully funded training and career progression opportunities in a team working environment
Closing Date: 15th May 2026
Salary: Up to £29,000 per annum
Freedom Leisure is proud to be an equal opportunities employer. We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people, and vulnerable adults, and we expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.
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