Recreation Assistant - Penarth

Description:

Recreation Assistant - Penarth
Part Time
Legacy Leisure, established to support a national legacy following the Olympics, is a not for profit charitable organisation committed to providing a diverse and meaningful range of leisure and culture related activities for the local communities in which we serve. Aiming to deliver high quality services to our customers, the Company also prides itself on its exemplary health and safety record and commitment to staff.
The role of Recreation Assistant is a great position to be able to carry out and be involved in the full range of leisure activities. Continually customers facing the role provide rewarding opportunities. Meeting new people, variation in both activities and learning provides an exciting working day, every day, for our Recreation Assistants.
Recreation Assistants will perform duties pertaining to both wet and dry sites.
An NPLQ Qualification is essential for the role, alternatively you are willing to attend an NPLQ Course as part of the induction process.
Primary Objectives for the Recreation Assistant will be:

To ensure the safety of and enjoyment of everybody using the Leisure Centre.

To partake in the management of all aspects of the daily activities of the Centre.

To Lifeguard the pool and facilitate in the set up of sports hall activities.

To hold an NPLQ Qualification and attend monthly training.
The Recreation Assistant will focus day to day on the following tasks:

To guide, care for and assist all Leisure Centre customers.

To facilitate a friendly but efficient working relationship with the people who use the Leisure Centre.

To work as part of a team to achieve the objectives and usage targets of the Leisure Centre.

To innovate ideas and initiate action to increase the usage of the Leisure Centre.

To ensure all facilities are presented to the highest levels of cleanliness and comfort.

Assist the Duty Manager in the effective control and security of the facility, patrolling all appropriate areas ensuring that equipment is stored safely and securely.

To be aware of all Health and Safety issues within the Centre, to constantly implement and assess procedures drawing attention to any unsafe practices.

To ensure all parts of the Centre are safe and secure when not in use.

To cover duties of such other members of staff as required.

To undertake any other duties as may be required to assist in the running of the Leisure Centre.

Portray a positive image of the Leisure Centre, wearing the uniform provided whilst on duty.
DBS
Some Recreation Assistant positions may be classed as a regulated post and therefore may require a DBS Disclosure. Where the individual does not already hold a DBS Disclosure, it will be necessary for the post holder to be submitted for a DBS check.
We are proud to be Equal Opportunity Employers that are committed to inclusion and diversity.
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. Please note that if you have not received correspondence within 21 days then please assume your application has been unsuccessful on this occasion