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Recreation Assistant / Lifeguard

At the Tonbridge School Centre (TSC), our team of more than 100 staff is dedicated to providing exeptionally high-quality leisure services for Tonbridge School boys and the wider community. The TSC offers some of the finest sport, leisure, and gym facilities in Southeast England and is home to the TSC Members’ Leisure Club.

We are looking for Recreation Assistants/Lifeguards to join our team on full time basis.

Reporting to the TSC Operations Manager, the Recreation Assistant/Lifeguard will demonstrate a commitment to high standards of safety, cleanliness, and customer care, while contributing positively to a team-focused working environment. This is a varied and rewarding role that supports both the day-to-day running of the Centre and the wider sporting activities of Tonbridge School.

Hours of work:

This is a full-time, year-round position, working 40 hours per week on a rotating shift system.

Example shifts include:

• Monday to Friday: 5:30 am – 2:30 pm or 1:30 pm – 10:30 pm

• Saturday: 7:30 am – 8:30 pm

• Sunday: 8:30 am – 8:30 pm

Weekend work is required one in every three weekends.

Closing date: Sunday 1 February at 12 noon

We reserve the right to interview and appoint before the closing date, therefore early applications are encouraged.

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Operations

Posted: 13 Jan 2026

Closing Date: 31 Jan 2026

Our Recreation Assistants are an important lifeline in our Leisure facilities; supervising the public in all areas of our venues and carrying out Lifeguard duties in our swimming pools. We are looking for two additional members of the team to join us full time.

Hours: 37 per week, averaged across a three-week rota 

Salary: starting at £24,309 per annum / £12.60 per hour (Real Living Wage)

Benefits: 33 days holiday per year (including Bank holiday entitlement), free Newport Live membership, generous pension scheme, cafe discount, free on-site parking, uniform provided, cycle to work scheme, and wellbeing programmes. 

Essential 

• Royal Life Saving Society (RLSS) National Pool Lifeguard Qualification
• Experience of working in a customer-facing environment
• Capable of communicating with and leading large groups of customers
• All shortlisted applicants will be required to undertake and pass the Newport Live / RLSS Swim Competency Test (see Additional Requirements below)

Beneficial

• First Aid at Work certificate (essential for the role but not for your application)
• Relevant leisure qualification (such as NVQ level 2)
• Coaching qualifications (swimming or fitness related)
• Experience working in a similar role or in a leisure environment
• Ability to communicate in Welsh (or any other languages in addition to English)

Our Recreation Assistants help us to ensure our leisure venues are welcoming, safe and fit for purpose, by carrying out the important role of Lifeguard for our swimming pools and supervising the conduct of the public in all areas of the venues, to safeguard the enjoyment of all members, customers and visitors.

Main responsibilities include:

• Lifeguard duties
• Administering First Aid as / when required
• Setting up and de-rigging equipment, ensuring it is fit for purpose before use
• Immediately reporting any defects in venues and equipment
• Regularly monitoring venues, both internally and externally, to prevent misuse or damage to venues and equipment
• Assisting in delivery, storage, movement and removal of all materials and equipment, as necessary
• Assisting the management teams with any emergency situations that may occur

You should have the drive and passion for working in a sporting, leisure, and cultural environment, and demonstrate our core values of Care, Passion, Teamwork, Inspiration, Innovation, and Inclusivity.

All shortlisted applicants will be required to undertake and pass the Newport Live / RLSS Swim Competency Test, and successful applicants will be required to maintain the ability to pass the Test to maintain capability of the role throughout employment.

This role is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (1974) and is subject to a successful Disclosing and Barring Service (DBS) check.

For more information about the role, or life in the operations team at Newport Live, please contact Kelfyn Stewart (General Manager) by calling our Customer Services team on 01633 656 757 and asking to speak with Kelfyn, or email directly at kelfyn.stewart@newportlive.co.uk

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Sports Centre Leisure Apprentice BCLA1

• Job Summary
• Brighton College are seeking to appoint a Sport Centre Leisure Apprentice on a fixed-term 18-month contract.Main Purpose of the Role:To support, enhance and deliver the day-to-day operations and services of a leisure and fitness facility.Apprenticeship Overview:Working as part of a team, it is the responsibility of the Sports Centre Leisure Apprentice to undertake a range of operational duties, such as assisting with the opening and closing of the facility, lifeguarding the swimming pool, supervising sports activities, and maintaining the cleanliness and safety of the environment. Alongside these operational functions, the Sports Centre Leiure Apprentice ensures programmed activities are available for students and staff.

  The 18 month programme, through Locomotivation Apprenticeships, provides an opportunity to develop skills across a whole range of leisure activities.

  All leisure team members will have a good understanding of:

  • How to perform all the duties of a lifeguard to; work as part of a team to provide safe supervision of swimmers and prevent accidents.
  • How to intervene providing rescues and life saving techniques when necessary.
  • How to assemble, dismantle and store different types of sports equipment.
  • Key legal and regulatory requirements within the leisure industry. e.g. Health and Safety, Reporting of Injuries, Diseases and Dangerous Occurrences Regulations (RIDDOR), Control Of Substances Hazardous to Health (COSHH), Safeguarding and Protecting Children.
  • How exercise plays a role in improving public health and the impact of a sedentary lifestyle on physical and mental wellbeing.
  • How to perform all the duties of a swimming teacher including; develop water confidence, core aquatic skills, safety and technical skills across a range of participants of different abilities from non-swimmer to advanced. Support with the promotion and awareness of swimming opportunities and supervise and lead swimming teachers assistants.
  • How to perform all of the duties of a gym instructor.

  Full training will be given and will lead to the possible attainment of the nationally recognised qualifications below:

  • An IQL Level 3 Award in Pool Lifeguarding.
  • One of the following:
    • Swim England Level 2 in Teaching Swimming
    • STA Level 2 Certificate in Teaching Swimming
  • A Level 2 Certificate in Fitness or Gym Instruction
  • A Level 3 Certificate in First Aid
  Person Specifications
  The successful candidate will have experience in the following areas:
  • Interest and/or background in swimming or sports.
  • Highly organised.
  • Good time management.
  • Motivated to learn and achieve new qualifications.
  • Ability to consider how equalities, diversity and inclusion matters should be considered in a leisure and sports environment.
  Candidates should be able to achieve the following as part of the swimming test:
  • Jump/dive into deep water.
  • Swim 50 metres in less than 60 seconds.
  • Swim 100 metres continuously on front and back in deep water.
  • Tread water for 30 seconds.
  • Surface dive to the floor of the pool.
  • Climb out unaided without a ladder or steps.
  Hours of Work
  30 hours per week, as directed by the Head of Sport and Science Facilities. This will include early mornings, evenings, and weekends.Remuneration
  The hourly rate for this role is £12.21 per hour.Holidays
  23 days, plus bank holidays. Holiday is to be taken outside of term-time (35 weeks).Benefits
  • Contributory pension scheme with matching contributions from the employer up to 9%, which all eligible employees will be automatically enrolled into within three months of commencement of employment.
  • Life Cover is provided whilst working at Brighton College after successfully passing probation period.
  • Complimentary lunch is provided.
  • Free tickets to the College’s music, dance and drama performances.
  • Job specific learning and development programme available to all employees.
  • Employee benefit and discount platform.
  Wellbeing
  • Subsidised gym membership for the School of Science and Sport is available, which includes access to yoga and Pilates classes, meditation sessions and use of the gym and swimming pool.
  • Personalised health and wellbeing consultations.
  • Generous sickness policy.
  • Access to books, magazines and DVDs from the College Library.
  • Comprehensive wellbeing package.
  Safeguarding and Equal Opportunities:

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Contract hours: 34
Basis: Part time
Salary: £7.55 per hour
Location: Uppingham School Sports Centre
Closing date: 29 January 2026, 11:59 pm

Description

Joining us as a Leisure Team Member Apprenticeship offers the opportunity to begin a career in the leisure industry within the exceptional environment of Uppingham School Sports Centre. Working as part of a friendly and professional team, the role combines practical, hands-on experience with formal training and nationally recognised qualifications over an 18-month programme.

Day-to-day work involves supporting the safe and welcoming operation of the Sports Centre for pupils, staff and public members. Time will be spent poolside carrying out lifeguarding duties, assisting customers, maintaining high standards of cleanliness and safety, and supporting the smooth running of activities and events. Alongside this, the apprenticeship provides structured training leading to qualifications in lifeguarding, gym instructing and swim teaching, giving a strong foundation for a long-term career in leisure, fitness or sport.

Working hours:

Monday to Friday, 34 hours per week, with early mornings and evenings. Weekend cover may be required.

About you

The apprenticeship scheme suits someone at the start of their leisure industry career who is keen to gain qualifications, build confidence and develop practical skills within a respected and supportive organisation, while contributing positively to the wider life of Uppingham School.

You will be a confident swimmer with an interest in fitness, sport or leisure, and enjoy working with people. A positive attitude and a willingness to learn matter as much as prior experience, as full training and nationally recognised qualifications are provided as part of the apprenticeship.

A calm and responsible approach will help ensure the safety and wellbeing of pupils and members, alongside the ability to communicate clearly and work well as part of a team. Flexibility, enthusiasm and a genuine commitment to delivering high standards of customer service are important, as the Sports Centre operates throughout the week and serves a wide range of users.

Closing date:  30th January 2026

Please note that we reserve the right to close this vacancy early once we have received an adequate number of applications.

Uppingham School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and applicants must be willing to undergo child protection screening appropriate to the post, including checks with past employers and the Disclosure and Barring Service.

All positions at the School are exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974, therefore ALL convictions, cautions, reprimands and final warnings (including those which would normally be considered ‘spent’ under the Act) MUST be declared, subject to the DBS filtering rules. All information given will be treated as confidential and each case will be taken on its merits. Failure to disclose this information may result in the withdrawal of an offer of employment or immediate termination of employment.

Uppingham School is an equal opportunities employer.

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Uppingham is a vibrant, stimulating, energetic and forward-looking school. Our community is made up of talented people offering a diverse range of experiences. We welcome applications from candidates who are both experienced and new to working within the independent education sector.

SA707 - Leisure Attendant Golf

Job Code:

SA707

Post:

Leisure Attendant (Golf)

Location:

Citywide Golf Courses

Position available:

2 x 37 hours per week – full time seasonal

4 x 25 hours per week – part time seasonal

Full time 2 week rotation (37 hours a week)

Week 1

Monday & Tuesday 05:45 – 13:15, Wednesday & Thursday Days off

Friday 12:30 – 19:30, Saturday & Sunday 05:45 – 13:15

Week 2

Monday & Tuesday 13:00 – 20:00, Wednesday & Thursday 05:45 – 13:45, Friday 05:45 – 12:45

Saturday & Sunday Days Off

Part Time (25 hours a week)

Wednesday & Thursday 13:30 – 20:00

Saturday & Sunday 12:00 – 18:00

Duration:

Fixed Term 23rd March 2026 to 25th October 2026

Salary:

Rate of pay = £9.11 per hour (increasing in line with the Government’s living wage bands)

18-20 21 and over

April 2025 £10.00 £12.21

Please see Job Description and Person Specification for further details.

If you have any specific questions about the role, please contact Adam Allan at AAllan@sportaberdeen.co.uk.

Closing date for Applications:

The closing date for applications is Wednesday 21^st January 2026 at 12pm noon

How to apply:

Click Here for an Application Form

Click Here for an Equal Opportunities and Criminal Convictions Form 2024

Please note that BOTH the application and Equal Opportunities and Criminal Convictions forms MUST be submitted for your application to be considered.

Attractions - Assistant

Job Description

About the Trust 

We're one of the UK’s biggest charities and we care for 2,000 miles of canals, rivers, docks and reservoirs because we believe life is better by water. We're looking for people who support our cause and want to make a difference for future generations. Could this be you?  

Along with our waterways we also manage museums, archives and the country's third largest collection of historic buildings, as well as the nature and wildlife that calls our canals home. All of this enables us to provide wellbeing opportunities for millions of people each year.

Based: Trevor Basin Visitor Centre, LL20 7TY.

Salary: £24,782 pro rata

Working Hours:  Annualised hours 1162 per year, Monday to Sunday.

Our World Heritage Site Visitor Centre is a thriving and historic visitor attraction in North Wales, close to Wrexham and Llangollen, and we want to ensure that all our visitors have a fantastic welcome and a memorable visit. We have exciting activities and events all year round and are looking to recruit people with a strong customer service focus, a welcoming approach, and the flexibility to work on our welcome desk, servicing customers in our on-site visitor centre, to ensure that every visitor has a memorable experience.

As an Attraction Assistant you will be working in the visitor centre offering a wonderful warm welcome to visitors from all over the world.  Your focus is to ensure that every visit is memorable. The role is incredibly diverse and will include welcoming tour groups, selling popular merchandise, assisting with events and activities, cleaning and restocking the visitor centre, engaging with boaters, and working very closely with volunteers.

There will be an element of administration in this role, you will be expected to assist the Visitor Services Manager with inputting invoices, generating stock and leaflet orders, social media posts and banking reconciliation. You will also assist in supervising a team of volunteers and take responsibility for site safety while on duty. 

Skills, knowledge & experience: 

If you care about ensuring a memorable visitor experience, we'd love to hear from you. You will be working 3 to 5 days a week over the summer months and 1 to 3 days during the winter months, this will include working weekends and bank holidays. Full training & uniforms will be provided.

Responsibilities of the role will include: 

• Provide a warm welcome and a positive customer experience.
• Selling retail items, credit card and cash handing, including cashing up.
• Promotion and assisting on the delivery of events and activities across the World Heritage Site.
• Flexible approach to the rota to work across departments involving welcome desk, retail and administration.
• Ensure retail stock is kept up to date, replaced, recorded, and help to prepare any stocktaking counts.
• Take a lead on creating and scheduling social media posts on Facebook and Instagram.
• Inputting of invoices and banking reconciliations onto the till system.
• Assist in supervising a team of volunteers.
• Take responsibility for site safety while on duty and act as a Safety Representative.

About you

If you'd love to work in a unique, fun and engaging busy visitor attraction with a pretty special iconic status, then this may be just the environment for you.

You'll understand how the role you play in every customer contact can really have an impact on their enjoyment of their visit to us - whether holiday, special event, educational day out or quick visit for with friends. You are able to work through the week, but understand that the weekends, bank holidays and school holiday periods are when you are most likely to work.

Skills & Experiences: 

• Relevant experience in a similar customer facing environment (e.g retail, hospitality), however...

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Are you passionate about making a real difference in the lives of children and young people with special educational needs and disabilities?

Do you thrive in a fast-paced, people-focused role where no two days are the same? If so, we’d love to hear from you.

About the Role

We are looking for an enthusiastic and committed Play & Leisure Assistant Coordinator to support the delivery of our Summer Activity Programme and Afterschool Clubs for children and young people aged 8–18 with SEND.

Working closely with the Coordinator, you will help plan and deliver engaging activities, support and supervise staff and volunteers, and work in partnership with families and external agencies to ensure every young person has a safe, inclusive, and enjoyable experience.

What You’ll Be Doing

• Supporting the planning and delivery of Afterschool and Holiday Clubs, including the Summer Activity Programme
• Supervising and supporting play workers and volunteers in the day-to-day running of sessions
• Helping to recruit, train, and induct sessional staff and volunteers
• Working closely with families, maintaining regular communication and supporting individual needs
• Liaising with partner agencies across health, education, leisure, and the voluntary sector
• Organising activities, transport, equipment, and staff rotas
• Completing risk assessments, safeguarding records, accident reports, and programme evaluations
• Supporting the delivery of workshops and staff training
• Ensuring all work is carried out in line with safeguarding, health and safety, and organisational policies

Who We’re Looking For

You’ll be caring, organised, and confident working with children and young people with additional needs. You’ll have strong communication skills, a positive “can-do” attitude, and the ability to work flexibly as part of a supportive team.

Essential Requirements

• NVQ Level 3 (or equivalent) in playwork, youth work, or a related field
• Experience working with children, young people, and families
• Experience of multi-agency working and partnership development
• Knowledge of safeguarding practices when working with disabled children
• Experience delivering play and leisure activities
• Excellent communication and organisational skills
• Ability to work under pressure and on your own initiative
• Willingness to work flexible hours, including holidays and after school
• Confident using Microsoft Office
• Full UK driving licence, business insurance and access to a car (travel is essential)

Desirable

• Experience recruiting, training, or supervising volunteers or sessional staff
• Knowledge of local services and provision

Why Join Us?

• Make a meaningful difference to children, young people, and families
• Be part of a supportive and passionate team
• Gain opportunities for training and professional development
• Work in a varied and rewarding role where your skills really matter

See the full JD attached for more details and apply now and be part of a service that creates fun, inclusive, and empowering opportunities for children and young people.

Play and Leisure Assistant Coordinator - Sessional

Lincoln, Lincolnshire, United Kingdom

LN1

£12.61 to £14.13 per hour

Seasonal - Part-time

Posted 2 days ago

Closing date: 01/02/2026

Job reference: LM1473040HulPALACS

Documents

Kids Strategy.pdf

Safer Recruitment and Selection Policy and Procedures.pdf

Safeguarding.pdf

Play and Leisure Assistant Coordinator.pdf

Play and Leisure Assistant Coordinator - Sessional

Lincoln, Lincolnshire, United Kingdom

£12.61 to £14.13 per hour

Hospitality Assistant

Job Description

Job Title: Hospitality Assistant 

Hourly Rate: £12.21 per hour (£8.10 per hour for 16-17 year olds, £10.00 per hour for 18-20 year olds)

Zero-hour roles, fixed term until September 2026

We are a growing movement whose mission is to reconnect people with nature and to demonstrate and communicate positive change. We are looking for kind-hearted, positive people who want to play an active role in creating this change together. Are you curious to find out more?

This is an exciting opportunity to be part of an incredible project. As ambassadors for positive environmental action, help us to enhance our guest experience so that they leave site feeling inspired and valued. Support and training will be provided.

You will play a key role in providing an exceptional service by engaging with our visitors, forming a natural rapport and being attentive to their needs. You will have great people skills, be passionate about delivering excellent customer service with good attention to detail and are able to form positive working relationships with colleagues.

Benefits to working at the Eden Project include;

• Training opportunities
• 30 days annual leave (pro rata)
• Employee Discount
• Free entry to Eden and Heligan for family and friends
• Financial wellbeing support – access to 121 sessions with an independent financial advisor
• Access to UNUM platform for wellbeing support
• Free Parking

We also operate a car share scheme so that if transport is or becomes a barrier you can link in with other employees in your area.

Interviews will take place on Saturday 31 st January or  

Saturday 7and will consist of group activities as well as individual interviews. Please state on your application form which teams you would be interested in joining. Should you be selected for interview, this will be discussed further as part of the process.

The closing date for applications is Sunday 25 th January 2026.  We might get a lot of applications so reserve the right to withdraw this advertisement at any time. Please apply early so that you don’t miss out.

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Operations Assistant (Lifeguard Services): Wirral - Temporary

Operations Assistant (Lifeguard Services): Wirral - Temporary

Join the RNLI Lifeguard team and help save lives at sea as we mark a quarter of a century of RNLI Lifeguarding in 2026!

Grown from a few patrols piloted in 2001, to working across 250 beaches around the UK and Channel Islands today, saving more than 2000 lives since the service began, and keeping people safe by providing safety advice on the shore, in schools and online.

Join a team of likeminded people, do work that truly matters and help keep our lifeguard service running smoothly behind the scenes. Be part of something bigger, join us in 2026 as we celebrate 25 years of RNLI Lifeguards.

About Us:

For 200 years, the Royal National Lifeboat Institution (RNLI) has been dedicated to saving lives at sea. We are committed to ensuring the safety of beachgoers and providing a vital lifeline for those who find themselves in danger of drowning.

About the Role:

The RNLI’s lifeguard service is recruiting for Operations Assistants to provide administrative support and perform logistical tasks at our Support Centres, helping ensure the smooth and efficient running of local lifeguard operations.

Working closely with Lifeguard Supervisors and their teams, your work will be varied and rewarding. You’ll help co-ordinate the day-to-day running of the service, from logging and analysing incident data, updating databases, and communicating with local partners, to supporting our education and safety campaigns and sharing lifeguard stories through social media. You’ll be part of a tight-knit, passionate team helping others to save lives and stay safe.

About You:

You’ll be organised, proactive, and great at multitasking. You enjoy working as part of a team, are confident using IT systems, and have excellent communication skills. You’ll take pride in supporting others and keeping operations running efficiently, knowing that what you do behind the scenes directly supports lifesaving work on the beach.

The role may involve occasional travel within the UK and Northern Ireland for training, and at times may require working independently. For safeguarding reasons, opportunities for under-18s are limited.

The duration of this post will be area specific but is likely to run from May through to September 2026. Weekly hours are as specified above, the allocation of which will be discussed with the successful applicant before the commencement of the contract.

If you’re ready to be part of something bigger, contribute to a lifesaving mission, and gain valuable experience in a fast-paced, purposeful environment, apply today.

Safeguarding

The RNLI is committed to safeguarding; protecting a person’s health, wellbeing, and human rights, enabling them to live free from harm, abuse, and neglect. We expect all employees and volunteers to share this commitment and have a zero-tolerance approach. The suitability of all prospective employees and volunteers will be assessed during the recruitment process in line with this commitment. This will include relevant criminal record checks being carried out dependent on the eligibility of the role. (England & Wales; DBS check, Scotland; Disclosure Scotland PVG, Northern Ireland; Access NI, Republic of Ireland; Garda Vetting; International, International Child Protection Certificate process).

Diversity at the RNLI

Our staff and volunteers have been saving lives at sea without prejudice for 200 years. We respect and value diversity of background, skills and perspectives within our teams, and consider it essential to help us deliver a world-class lifesaving service. We are an inclusive organisation and welcome applications from everyone. In addition to having the skills needed for the role, we also look for applicants who share our commitment to living our RNLI values (trustworthy, courageous, selfless, and dependable), and helping us work towards Our Vision: To save Every One.

Current Vacancies

Current Vacancies

Current Vacancies

• Solihull, West Midlands, United Kingdom, B90 2EL
• £12.60 - £12.60 Per Hour
• Temporary * Part time
• Posted: Wednesday, January 14, 2026
• RELIEFHASV14102025
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The Extracare Charitable Trust are recruiting for a Relief Hospitality Assistant to join our friendly catering team at our Solihull Retirement Village based in Shirley.

This is a fantastic opportunity for an experienced Hospitality Assistant to join our friendly team at our Solihull Retirement Village and support the village’s commitment in delivering ExtraCare’s mission of “better lives for older people.

• Position: Hospitality Assistant-Relief/Bank
• Hourly Rate: £12.60 per hour
• Location: Solihull Retirement Village, Birmingham, B90 2FH

What will you do as our Hospitality/Catering Assistant?

• Operate a predominantly breakfast, lunchtime, and evening service.
• Set tables are smartly and correctly.
• Keep the kitchen & restaurant clean.
• Always ensure a commitment to the highest standards of hygiene

Our ideal Hospitality/Catering Assistant will have:

• Excellent customer service and communication skills
• Team player
• Flexibility
• Previous bar experience desirable but not essential
• Also, previous experience in similar role ideally, although training will be given.

ExtraCare strives to create a workplace that fully reflects society. We want our staff to feel empowered to bring their full, authentic selves to work and be part of a safe and supportive community.

Do not miss out! Click ‘apply’ now to make a difference to the lives of older people as our Relief Hospitality Assistant

Extracare is committed to making our recruitment practices as fair and inclusive as possible for all. This includes making adjustments or changes to support candidates throughout the recruitment process.

ExtraCare does not participate in the current “UK Visa Sponsorship” scheme, and we would not be able to facilitate sponsorship.

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