Assistant Leisure Operations Manager Permanent Grade C - £35,412 - £44,075 pro rata Consultation grade - subject to formal evaluation under the Pay Equity Review Working 20 hours per week We are seeking a dynamic and motivated Assistant Leisure Operations Manager to support the day-to-day management, development, and promotion of our Sport & Leisure facilities at Handsworth Wellbeing Centre. This is a fantastic opportunity to play a key role in delivering high-quality leisure services to the community. What you’ll do Oversee daily operations of leisure facilities, ensuring safety, cleanliness, and customer satisfaction. Manage staff recruitment, training, performance, and welfare. Ensure compliance with health & safety legislation and internal policies. Maximise income generation and work within approved budgets. Promote services through marketing campaigns and maintain high standards of public relations. Uphold Birmingham City Council’s values and policies, including safeguarding and equality. What you’ll need Previous experience in leisure centre management (wet and/or dry facilities). Staff supervision and HR policy implementation. Financial procedures and budget management. Health & safety knowledge including risk assessments. Community-focused service delivery. Strong communication and interpersonal skills. Ability to manage competing priorities in a fast-paced environment. IT proficiency and analytical thinking. Leadership and team-building capabilities. Qualifications: First Aid at Work RLSS National Pool Lifeguard Qualification ISRM Pool Plant Operators Qualification or equivalent For any informal enquires please contact: Resourcing@birmingham.gov.uk Please upload an up-to-date CV and Personal Statement via the attachments part of your application. The Personal Statement should outline how you meet the essential criteria for the role through your personal qualities, skills and experience and include your motivation for applying to the post. Note the Personal Statement should be no more than 1500 words. Unfortunately, we cannot consider any applications without a CV and Personal Statement attached Birmingham City Council is an accredited Disability Confident Leader employer, and we are committed to employing, retaining and developing all of our people. We want to ensure your recruitment journey with us is a positive and equitable one, so please let us know if there are any reasonable adjustments, additional support, accessibility needs, or if there is any way in which we can support you through your application. For any informal enquires please contact: Manager name and email We welcome applications from people with caring responsibilities and flexible working options will be considered. A Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check will be undertaken. Proof of Right to work in the UK will be required for all applicants in accordance with UK Home Office requirements, before any employment offer can be confirmed. Job Description and Person Specification We strive to advertise all roles for a minimum of two weeks. However, due to high application volumes vacancies may close earlier than the stated deadline. We encourage you to submit your application without delay to ensure consideration.