Centre Manager
Southwell Leisure Centre, Nottingham (in between Nottingham and Newark on Trent)
Salary: £34k plus performance bonus
This is an outstanding career opportunity with a market leader committed to providing a diverse and meaningful range of leisure and culture-related activities for the local communities in which we serve.
This is an exciting time for the right candidate to take the reins at Southwell Leisure Centre. Under new operation with Creating Active Futures from 1 April, the centre will be undertaking a full gym refurbishment as well as the re-opening of the main swimming pool following a period of closure.
Reporting to the Area Manager, the Centre Manager position will be responsible for all aspects of the management of the centre, managing a team of staff, ensuring customer service and developing the overall financial performance and profitability of the business.
The Opportunity
* We are looking for a Centre Manager to take responsibility for the effective management and operation Southwell Leisure Centre
* A specific focus of the role will be to ensure high standards of customer service and satisfaction are delivered whilst enhancing safe and enjoyable usage of the facilities
* The post holder will ensure that the service provided meets the requirements of the client as defined within the service specification as well as consistently driving the commercial performance for the centre.
* This position will allow you to develop your skills and reputation whilst enhancing safe and enjoyable usage of the facilities.
* You will manage and develop your staff to meet customer and operational requirements further developing a dynamic, responsive and customer focused team through your communication and management styles.
* To ensure the highest possible standards of health & safety and customer care are delivered consistently.
The Person
* Will be able to demonstrate a proven record of managing teams of staff, be commercially focused and have an understanding of budget management, whilst consistently developing and improving operational procedures.
* It is essential that you possess excellent communication, customer and client liaison skills.
* Flexibility and commitment to customer service are essential.
* Ideally have experience of managing both wet and dry leisure facilities.
* Ideally have experience of project and capital investments
* Experience or awareness of Local Authority contract management is preferred.
* Ideally you will have a recognised qualification in leisure management, Sports Development or a related subject preferably to degree level or NVQ 3.
What can Creating Active Futures offer you?
* Incremental annual leave
* Free gym membership for you and a nominated person
* Employee health cash plan
* Employee discount portal - discounts on travel bookings, high street vouchers, gift cards, cinema tickets, days out, leisure activities and your day to day spending
* Cycle to Work scheme
* Pension Scheme
* Company sick pay
* Career progression
* Training and development
CAF is a well established business that is continuously growing. Successful applicants can look forward to joining a company that can offer career prospects and believes in investing in its people.
How to Apply
Please apply by sending a cover letter and CV .
If you are interested in applying for this role, we suggest that you do so at the earliest opportunity to avoid disappointment as interviews will be held throughout the process and we reserve the right to end the closing date earlier than advertised. Please note that if you have not received correspondence within 21 days then please assume your application has been unsuccessful on this occasion.
Closing Date
* 16th February 2026
About Creating Active Futures
Our primary aim is to conduct business for the betterment of the community by providing or supporting the provision of facilities for social welfare. These facilities are intended for the recreation and leisure activities of the general public, as well as individuals or groups facing specific needs due to youth, age, infirmity, disability, financial hardship, or social circumstances. Our overarching goal is to enhance their quality of life.