COVENTRY SPORTS FOUNDATION

Reference Number: XL247

Closing Date: 22nd February 2026

Location: Xcel Leisure Centre

Hours: 8 Hours

Rate of Pay: NMW/NLW

CV Life is looking to recruit an enthusiastic and passionate Fitness Instructor to join our ever growing and successful Lifestyles Health and Fitness Team. This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced Fitness Instructor to work in modern, high tech fitness suites situated across our sports centres, including the brand new Technogym Biocircuit.

Are you passionate about providing a high-quality enjoyable experience for all our customers? Do you have excellent interpersonal skills, can you build a rapport with our fitness suite members, keeping them motivated and keen to keep up their exercise regime?

This is a unique opportunity to develop both personally and professionally in the Fitness Industry. Candidates must have a Level 2 Fitness Instructor qualification as well as having a keen desire to learn new skills.

Role & Responsibilities:

• You will play an important role in helping customers achieve their fitness goals by developing client relationships.
• Assisting the Fitness Operations Manager in the daily operation of our Fitness Suites.
• Providing gym inductions, completing personal programmes, booking reviews to monitor progress and conducting fitness assessments.
• Undertake regular maintenance and cleaning duties, report faults and ensure the fitness suite is safe, friendly and welcoming for our customers.
• Learning good product knowledge on all the Wellness packages we offer.
• Work towards KPIs and targets.

The working pattern is Fridays 6.00am to 2.00pm.

DBS Clearance will be required for the successful candidate. Please click on this link for further details:  https://cvlife.co.uk/dbs/ 

CV Life is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.

Reporting to: Fitness Operations Manager

Coventry Sports Foundation and Culture Coventry are independent organisations who work collaboratively through CV Life, so that this Job Description as a CV Life document extends to cover the employment contracts held with either Culture Coventry Trust or Coventry Sports Foundation.

To assist the Fitness Operations Manager in the daily operation of the Fitness Suite.

• To supervise the delivery of health and fitness sessions and maintain systems for customer record keeping of progress.
• To provide introduction sessions regarding equipment usage to all new users and induction / fitness testing sessions as required.
• To assist in promoting and publicising the Fitness Suite and its associated activities / programme, particularly to the target groups of the Company.
• To visit venues outside of the Centre to promote the activities of the Fitness Suite / Company.
• To erect and dismantle equipment as required for particular sessions.
• To be familiar with and work within all operating policies and procedures appropriate to provision of the fitness suite.
• To ensure that a high standard of customer care is maintained at all times, and to respond to all customer enquiries/complaints effectively and efficiently.
• To attend training/refresher courses as are appropriate to maintain qualifications and standards of good practice.
• To contribute to the professional development and guidance of Further Education and Work Placement students.
• To ensure that adequate standards of Health and Safety are maintained at all times, paying particular attention to the use of equipment.
• To ensure that the Fitness Suite is cleaned and maintained to a standard that is appropriate to the demands and concerns of all users.
• To be aware and able to respond to all emergency situations in accordance with the procedures detailed in the Company’s Health & Safety policy.
• To attend any relevant meetings as appropriate.

This job description is neither exhaustive nor exclusive and may be reviewed and updated depending upon operational requirements and staffing levels.

• To embrace and lead by example on the Company’s key values of PRIDE, PASSION and PURPOSE or those that might at any time be subsequently re-defined.
• To support the Company’s commitment to providing a safe environment for children, young people and vulnerable adults, ensuring awareness of the Company’s Safeguarding Policy, Procedures and Practice Guidance, and to be vigilant, reporting any safeguarding concerns without delay.
• To undertake all duties and fully comply with all of the Company’s general standards and those relating to the specific requirements of the role.
• To take care of their own health and safety and that of others who may be affected by their actions at work, and to co-operate with health and safety matters to help everyone meet their legal requirements.
• To co-operate with managers and colleagues to ensure environmental responsibilities are complied with.
• To carry out tasks at a range of sites that are either operated or managed by the Companies / Trusts or where services are delivered by the Companies / Trusts
• To be involved in any aspects or opportunities for sharing of good practice, expertise and responsibilities within the Companies / Trusts. To generally help promote the work and public image of the Companies / Trusts, always maintaining high standards of customer service and personal appearance.
• To attend and fully engage with all internal training and development requirements and opportunities, and maintain such qualifications as required by the demands of the role.
• To interact positively with customers adopting a friendly and professional approach at all times.
• To comply with the General Data Protection Regulations when dealing with, maintaining, sharing and storing information.
• To undertake other duties as specified, which are appropriate to the qualifications, experience and general level of the post.

Essential Personal Attributes

• Approachability to staff and customers.
• Ability to motivate others.
• Good level of self-motivation.
• Outwardly enthusiastic and confident.
• Flexible approach to work.
• Supportive to others.
• Good listener.

Essential Knowledge and Experience

• Experience of working within a fitness suite.
• General knowledge of Health and Safety practices surrounding fitness suite facility.

Essential Qualifications

• Level 2 Fitness Instructor Qualification.
• Desire to further training and career development prospects.
• Other fitness related qualifications.
• Y.M.C.A. Fitness Instructor or equivalent.

Essential Special Skills

• Ability to work as part of a team or under own supervision.
• Ability to use own initiative.
• Communication skills.
• Customer care skills.
• Ability to encourage and motivate others.
• Organisation skills.
• Ability to recognise and resolve any problems which may arise when dealing with all types of customer, including those with specific needs.
• Basic IT knowledge and Literacy.

Special Circumstances

• Ability to work unsociable hours including evenings, weekends, and Bank Holidays.
• Ability to travel between sites.
• Interest in working with underrepresented and disadvantaged community groups/individuals.
• DBS Clearance.

If you have any enquires, please contact our Human Resources Team by emailing recruitment@cvlife.co.uk

Job Title Fitness Instructor Job Reference Number XL247 Closing Date 22nd February 2026 Department Lifestyles Location Xcel Leisure Centre Hours 8 Hours Salary NLW/NMW

• Great development opportunities
• FREE health and fitness membership* **
• FREE health and fitness membership for a family member or friend* **
• FREE uniform for applicable roles
• FREE training for applicable roles
• DISCOUNTS on various Centre activities*
• FREE entry to venues*
• Access to the full range of CV Life Employee Benefits & Discounts

(*not applicable to casual workers)
(**The two benefits combined can be worth £1000!)

We encourage and welcome applications from all ethnic groups and people with disabilities. Our aim is to build a diverse workplace and to become a truly inclusive employer with a workforce and visitor audience as diverse as the communities we serve. We seek to create an inclusive and welcoming environment for all those who work at CVLife.

If you think this is the role and organisation for you then we would love to hear from you.

Please complete our short application form (average 30 mins to complete) by clicking the Apply Online Button below. We shortlist for our vacancies on an ongoing basis, and we may close a vacancy earlier than the advertised date. Please submit your application as soon as possible to avoid disappointment.

When applying for this position, please ensure you confirm the Job Title and the Reference Number as stated on this Job Advert.

Reference Number: AT107

Closing Date: 16th February 2026

Location: Centre AT7

Hours: Various

Rate of Pay: NMW/NLW

CVLife are looking for an amazing customer focused individual to join our dynamic team as a Customer Service Advisor at the Xcel Leisure Centre. You’ll deliver an exceptional, personable and professional customer experience. Putting our customers at the heart of everything you do. Within this position you will be the first port of call for many of our customers and as such it is imperative that you are visible, polite, approachable and most importantly self-motivated to create a brilliant first impression of our business.

We want every single customer to have a positive experience at CV Life.

Skills, Knowledge and Attributes:

• The ideal candidate will be a ‘people person’ with experience of working with a diverse range of customers or individuals.
• Have strong interpersonal skills, both face to face, written and on the telephone.
• Good problem-solving skills, use of initiative, being proactive and have a good attention to detail.
• Computer literate but training will be given on our systems.

Working days :

Part-time roles available.

Shifts are typically between 3.00pm–8.30pm

Current Shift patterns include:

Week 1

• Mon: 15:00–20:30 (5.5 hrs), 16:00–17:30 (4.5 hrs)
• Tue: 15:00–20:30 (5.5 hrs)
• Wed: 15:00–20:30 (5.5 hrs), 16:00–21:30 (5.5 hrs)

Week 2

• Mon: 16:00–20:30 (4.5 hrs), 16:00–21:30 (4.5 hrs)
• Tue: 16:00–20:30 (4.5 hrs)
• Wed: 16:00–20:30 (4.5 hrs), 16:00–20:30 (4.5 hrs)

Week 3

• Tue: 15:00–20:30 (5.5 hrs)
• Wed: 15:00–20:30 (5.5 hrs)
• Thu: 16:00–21:30 (5.5 hrs)

We are happy to discuss at interview stage different working patterns or total hours to suit the right candidate/s with some flexibility being considered around start and finish times

Apply today and join our team!

CV Life is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.

Reporting to: Duty Manager

Coventry Sports Foundation and Culture Coventry are independent organisations who work collaboratively through CV Life, so that this Job Description as a CV Life document extends to cover the employment contracts held with either Culture Coventry Trust or Coventry Sports Foundation.

Working in a Leisure Facility/Waterpark venue, as first point of contact, you will be responsible for ensuring our visitors receive high service standards throughout their visit, including bookings, admissions and general enquiries whether that be in person, by phone or by email.

• To work in a front facing customer role, maintaining a professional manner at all times promoting exceptional customer service standards.
• Maintaining a proactive attitude in promoting the venue to all visitors, including contacting visitors when required in advance of their visit.
• Building excellent product, service and company knowledge, to assist visitors with enquiries and promoting, upselling and cross-selling to all customers.
• Dealing with any visitor issues or complaints in a professional, caring and understanding manner, using initiative to resolve situations at the time and referring as appropriate in accordance with the Company’s Complaints procedure.
• To deal with incoming calls, emails and customer enquiries promptly, efficiently and professionally.
• Maintaining the Reception area, ensuring it is presented to a high standard at all times, Keeping it free of clutter, maintaining adequate levels of leaflets and ensuring that in any information being displayed is up to date and in accordance with Company marketing standards.
• To be responsible for the confidentiality of your personal login details to the till system, the security of your takings and the accurate recording of payments etc.
• Responsibility for cashing up and reconciling your till at the end of every shift.
• Ensuring all paperwork and documentation is processed in accordance with Company procedures and is not left in unattended in public places.
• Ensure hand over of duties is communicated effectively to colleagues.
• Ensuring Contractors and visitors for meetings etc, adhere to the procedures for signing in and out of the premises, following Safeguarding and Health & Safety protocols.
• Actively promoting future events and membership offers, ensuring you are aware of offers that are available to them.
• Process bookings in accordance with Company procedures adhering to capacity levels as required.
• To alert all Centre staff to the required location in the event of an emergency or alarm sounding in accordance with Company procedures.

This job description is neither exhaustive nor exclusive and may be reviewed and updated depending upon operational requirements and staffing levels.

• To embrace and lead by example on the Company’s key values of PRIDE, PASSION and PERFORMANCE or those that might at any time be subsequently re-defined.
• To support the Company’s commitment to providing a safe environment for children, young people and vulnerable adults, ensuring awareness of the Company’s Safeguarding Policy, Procedures and Practice Guidance, and to be vigilant, reporting any safeguarding concerns without delay.
• To undertake all duties and fully comply with all of the Company’s general standards and those relating to the specific requirements of the role.
• To take care of their own health and safety and that of others who may be affected by their actions at work, and to co-operate with health and safety matters to help everyone meet their legal requirements.
• To co-operate with managers and colleagues to ensure environmental responsibilities are complied with.
• To carry out tasks at a range of sites that are either operated or managed by the Companies / Trusts or where services are delivered by the Companies / Trusts.
• To be involved in any aspects or opportunities for sharing of good practice, expertise and responsibilities within the Companies / Trusts. To generally help promote the work and public image of the Companies / Trusts, always maintaining high standards of customer service and personal appearance.
• To attend and fully engage with all internal training and development requirements and opportunities, and maintain such qualifications as required by the demands of the role.
• To interact positively with customers adopting a friendly and professional approach at all times.
• To comply with the General Data Protection Regulations when dealing with, maintaining, sharing and storing information.
• To undertake other duties as specified, which are appropriate to the qualifications, experience and general level of the post.

Essential Personal Attributes

• Confident, outgoing, friendly and approachable.
• Self-motivated.
• Commitment to delivering a high standard of customer service.
• Flexible approach to work.
• Supportive to others.
• Good listener.
• Enthusiastic to assist others.

Essential Knowledge and Experience

• Working knowledge and experience within a customer facing environment.
• Experience of cash handling.
• Knowledge of Microsoft Office (Teams, Outlook, Excel and Word etc).

Essential Special Skills

• Ability to work under pressure.
• Ability to work as part of a team and under own supervision.
• Ability to multi-task and prioritise workload.
• Ability to handle a high volume of calls.
• Excellent communication skills.
• Excellent customer care skills.
• Ability to handle customer complaints in an appropriate manner.
• Excellent organisational skills.
• Digital skills for electronic till system and other bespoke systems.
• Good standard of literacy and numeracy.
• Ability to make decisions without supervision.

Special Circumstances

• Ability to work unsociable hours including evenings, weekends, and Bank Holidays
• Willing to undertake shifts at other Company sites within the City where cover is required.

If you have any enquires, please contact our Human Resources Team by emailing recruitment@cvlife.co.uk

Job Title Customer Service Advisor Job Reference Number AT107 Closing Date 16th February 2026 Department Operations Location Centre AT7 Hours Various Salary NMW/NLW

• Great development opportunities
• FREE health and fitness membership* **
• FREE health and fitness membership for a family member or friend* **
• FREE uniform for applicable roles
• FREE training for applicable roles
• DISCOUNTS on various Centre activities*
• FREE entry to venues*
• Access to the full range of CV Life Employee Benefits & Discounts

(*not applicable to casual workers)
(**The two benefits combined can be worth £1000!)

We encourage and welcome applications from all ethnic groups and people with disabilities. Our aim is to build a diverse workplace and to become a truly inclusive employer with a workforce and visitor audience as diverse as the communities we serve. We seek to create an inclusive and welcoming environment for all those who work at CVLife.

If you think this is the role and organisation for you then we would love to hear from you.

Please complete our short application form (average 30 mins to complete) by clicking the Apply Online Button below. We shortlist for our vacancies on an ongoing basis, and we may close a vacancy earlier than the advertised date. Please submit your application as soon as possible to avoid disappointment.

When applying for this position, please ensure you confirm the Job Title and the Reference Number as stated on this Job Advert.

Reference Number: CCT084

Closing Date: 24th February 2026

Location: Multi-Site

Hours: 37 Hours

Rate of Pay: Up to £29,207.50 per annum

About the role:

CV Life is seeking a Facilities Co-ordinator to support the Head of Facilities Management in the effective delivery of facilities management services across all CV Life sites within Coventry.

The role involves proactively supporting the management of a diverse portfolio of premises, ensuring all facilities consistently meet the organisation’s high standards and operational requirements.

You will oversee the upkeep and day-to-day maintenance of facilities, working closely with third-party service providers and internal CV Life teams.

Responsibilities include coordinating with external partners; the reactive and planned preventative maintenance activities across the portfolio, ensuring works are completed on schedule, overseeing urgent repairs within approved timescales and maintaining cost control in line with agreed budgets.

As Facilities Co-ordinator, you will take ownership of key areas of facilities management, including financial monitoring, record and data management, health and safety compliance, contractor management and supporting the organisation’s environmental sustainability objectives.

Working hours are 8:00-16:00 Mon-Fri (flexible working hours)

Apply Today and Join Our Team!

Reporting to: Head of Facilities Management

Responsible for: N/A

Coventry Sports Foundation and Culture Coventry are independent organisations who work collaboratively through CV Life, so that this Job Description as a CV Life document extends to cover the employment contracts held with either Culture Coventry Trust or Coventry Sports Foundation.

To be proactive in supporting the Head of Facilities Management in the safe and efficient management, operation and development of all facilities related functions and resources and for developing, reviewing and monitoring facilities related policies to ensure Trust compliance and integrity at both a national and local level.

This position falls within a shared-services working arrangement agreed between the respective Boards of Directors / Trustees of CV Life; Culture Coventry Trust; Coventry Sports Foundation; and the associated group Companies / Trusts, which allows for the sharing of posts and associated services where appropriate and of benefit to the work of the organisations and their respective objectives.

Repairs, Maintenance and Equipment

• Responsible for effectively managing the day-to-day facilities maintenance arrangements; both proactive and reactive, for the portfolio of sites operated and managed by CV Life; ensuring that day-to-day maintenance activities are completed on schedule, within budget and that urgent repairs are completed within approved timescales; guaranteeing a safe, comfortable and fully functional environment.
• Responsible for the co-ordination of the CV Life Maintenance Management Systems and prioritisation of maintenance activities across the portfolio of facilities.
• Assisting the Head of Facilities Management where necessary with all statutory inspections and legal compliance in relation to premises.
• Responsible for collating records and producing reports and presentations on servicing and maintenance activities; including a review of planned lifecycle of the plant, building fabric and equipment at all sites.
• Develop new and maintain existing relationships with external contractors to include pre-site meetings and induction processes.
• Responsible for overseeing Health and Safety focused activities within the Facilities department; including writing and reviewing Risk Assessments, Method Statements, Safe Systems of Work, Normal Operating Procedures for all maintenance tasks, inspection and testing of plant, equipment, tools, vehicles etc.
• Responsible for ensuring the day-to-day monitoring of the Building Management Systems (BMS) to guarantee that all sites remain within agreed parameters of various control systems.
• To support in the Operation and Maintenance of the Pool Plant and Pool Water Filtration Systems across the aquatic venues within CV Life.

Contractor Management

• Use the CV Life Maintenance Management Systems to proactively raise, track, prioritise and monitor all reactive maintenance jobs, ensuring accurate recording of issues, timely progress updates and effective communication with all stakeholders.
• Take responsibility for overseeing the Facilities Maintenance contractor’s deployment of Maintenance and Pool Plant Technicians across all facilities, ensuring that resources are allocated efficiently, response times meet agreed service levels and all works are completed to the required standard.
• Supporting the Head of Facilities Management in assessing the performance of maintenance standards from outsourced contractors ensuring the quality of work meets agreed expectations.

Finance and Record Keeping 

• Working with the Head of Facilities Management in managing and prioritising facilities budgets; obtaining best value in accordance with financial control systems and procedures.
• Preparing maintenance and capital expenditure plans and be proactive in identifying and reviewing procurement or contract renewals in relation to facilities in line with financial policies and procedures.
• Procure goods and services in relation to the day-to-day facilities functions.
• Ensure that the day-to-day stock levels of all tools, equipment and consumables used are maintained to a sufficient level.

Health and Safety  

• Supporting the Head of Facilities of Management in ensuring that all Statutory Compliance and Health and Safety requirements regarding Facilities are satisfied including Health and Safety Audits, Fire Safety and Risk Assessments, COSHH, Legionella, Evacuation Procedures, Emergency Planning etc
• Responsible for securing appropriate RAMS, Permits to Work, licenses, warranties and insurances for day-to-day facilities related activities.
• Supporting the Head of Facilities of Management in ensuring that all emergency response systems are regularly maintained and tested, appropriate records kept and all related policies and procedures reviewed and updated.

Environmental Management

• To work collaboratively with the Head of Facilities Management in the development and implementation of the organisational Environmental Management System and proactively be involved with Strategic and Operational Environmental Management activities. ed with Strategic and Operational Environmental Management activities.

This job description is neither exhaustive nor exclusive and may be reviewed and updated depending upon operational requirements and staffing levels.

• To embrace and lead by example on the Company’s key values of PRIDE, PASSION and PERFORMANCE or those that might at any time be subsequently re-defined.
• To undertake all duties and fully comply with all of the Company’s general standards and those relating to the specific requirements of the role.
• To carry out tasks at a range of sites that are either operated or managed by the Companies / Trusts or where services are delivered by the Companies / Trusts
• To be involved in any aspects or opportunities for sharing of good practice, expertise and responsibilities within the Companies / Trusts. To generally help promote the work and public image of the Companies / Trusts, always maintaining high standards of customer service and personal appearance.
• To attend and fully engage with all internal training and development requirements and opportunities, and maintain such qualifications as required by the demands of the role.
• To interact positively with customers adopting a friendly and professional approach at all times.
• To support the Company’s commitment to providing a safe environment for children, young people ad vulnerable adults, ensuring awareness of the Company’s Safeguarding Policy, Procedures and Practice Guidance, and to be vigilant, reporting any safeguarding concerns without delay.
• To comply with the General Data Protection Regulations when dealing with, maintaining, sharing and storing information.
• To undertake other duties as specified, which are appropriate to the qualifications, experience and general level of the post.
• To co-operate with managers and colleagues to ensure environmental responsibilities are complied with.

Essential Personal Attributes

• A strong collaborator to ensure effective team working.
• Ability to work independently, pro-actively, self-motivate and prioritise workload effectively

Essential Knowledge and Experience

• Construction, Trade or Facilities related qualification or experience.
• Relevant experience within a supervisory and/or co-ordinator capacity.
• Health & Safety qualification (IOSH Managing Safely/NEBOSH).
• Experience of engaging with external contractors and partners.
• Understanding of Heritage site maintenance.
• Experience of Health and Safety, Facilities Management and Environmental Sustainability.
• Understanding of Project Management.
• Commercially aware with a strong understanding of budgets.

Essential Special Skills

• Excellent written and verbal presentation skills.
• Strong IT and digital skills.
• Results orientated – to ensure resources are managed within deadlines and budgets
• Data management skills, with the ability to analyse, track, interrogate and report data trends.
• Ability to deliver to deadlines and prioritise competing demands.

Special Circumstances

• UK driving license.
• A flexible approach to work with the willingness and ability to respond to emergencies during unsociable hours and to work evenings and weekends as required.

If you have any enquires, please contact our Human Resources Team by emailing recruitment@cvlife.co.uk

Job Title Facilities Co-Ordinator Job Reference Number CCT084 Closing Date 24th February 2026 Department Estates Location Multi-Site Hours 37 Hours Salary Up to £29,207.50 per annum

• Great development opportunities
• FREE health and fitness membership* **
• FREE health and fitness membership for a family member or friend* **
• FREE uniform for applicable roles
• FREE training for applicable roles
• DISCOUNTS on various Centre activities*
• FREE entry to venues*
• Access to the full range of CV Life Employee Benefits & Discounts

(*not applicable to casual workers)
(**The two benefits combined can be worth £1000!)

We encourage and welcome applications from all ethnic groups and people with disabilities. Our aim is to build a diverse workplace and to become a truly inclusive employer with a workforce and visitor audience as diverse as the communities we serve. We seek to create an inclusive and welcoming environment for all those who work at CVLife.

If you think this is the role and organisation for you then we would love to hear from you.

Please complete our short application form (average 30 mins to complete) by clicking the Apply Online Button below. We shortlist for our vacancies on an ongoing basis, and we may close a vacancy earlier than the advertised date. Please submit your application as soon as possible to avoid disappointment.

When applying for this position, please ensure you confirm the Job Title and the Reference Number as stated on this Job Advert.

Reference Number: XL249

Closing Date: 25 th February 2026

Hours: 37.5 hours per week

Rate of Pay: Competitive

CV Life are seeking to appoint a highly motivated and experienced Education Development Officer to support the delivery of strategic priorities and enhance the quality of educational provision across the organisation.

The successful candidate will contribute to the development, implementation and evaluation of programmes which improve learning experiences, strengthen school partnerships and raise attainment.

Essential Personal Attributes

• Ability to empathise with a diverse range of people of all ages and representations
• Ability to be positively persuasive and motivate individuals and teams
• Ability to communicate and grow partnerships with a range of agencies and people from diverse backgrounds/standings
• Adaptable and approachable
• Innovative thinker
• Outwardly enthusiastic and self-motivated
• Supportive qualities that will encourage young people in their pursuit of personal goals

Essential Qualifications

• Level 1 NGB coaching qualification
• First aid qualification

Essential Special Skills

• Coaching/counselling of young people
• Ability to manage a diverse range of people and groups of people
• Organisational, planning and administration skills
• Ability to work on own initiative and without supervision
• Ability to work as part of a team
• Time management and prioritisation skills
• Report writing

Apply today and join our team!

Reporting to: Education & Community Development Manager

Responsible for: Senior Community & Sport Educator, Community & Sport Educators, Assistant Community & Sport Educators.

Coventry Sports Foundation and Culture Coventry are independent organisations who work collaboratively through CV Life, so that this Job Description as a CV Life document extends to cover the employment contracts held with either Culture Coventry Trust or Coventry Sports Foundation.

To coordinate the organisation, development, and delivery of all aspects of educational programmes, festivals, community programmes, and competitions.

• To develop and lead the co-ordination and delivery of all Education programmes, festivals and events.
• To manage the duties of the Senior Community & Sport Educators/Community & Sport Educators and associated administration tasks linked to these duties.
• To work in partnership with stakeholders and NGBs, to develop education and community programmes
• To contribute to, develop and deliver educational programmes, planning, co-ordinating and delivering in line with key performance indicators (KPI’s).
• To coordinate community activities linked to education programmes
• To raise invoices and purchase orders where applicable.
• To always deliver coaching sessions in a manner consistent with sound coaching principles and the social objectives of the project, adhering to the project’s unit and lesson plans.
• To coordinate the development and delivery of all associated marketing and communication platforms (including programme website and social media/ Twitter/Facebook etc.) in line with programme requirements as directed by the Community and Education Manager
• To be actively involved in Sports Development issues outside of coaching programmes, including events, meetings and activity promotion as directed by the Community & Education Manager
• To coordinate the planning, review and development of all new and existing education lesson plans and wider CV Life Development work programmes.
• To maintain all administrative records relating to coaching sessions, contacts and programme development, as directed by the Community and Education Manager
• To attend and support all project review and forward planning meetings.
• To set up and break down equipment as necessary for sessions, adhering to the correct procedures for the safe handling and storing of equipment.
• To ensure that adequate standards of Health & Safety considerations are maintained at all times, in accordance with the Health & Safety policy.
• To contribute to the professional development and guidance of Sports Apprentices, Further Education and Work Placement students.
• To seek personal professional development by pursuing relevant experiences and appropriate qualifications
• To attend regular internal and external training days/CPD events, to improve subject knowledge.

This Job Description is neither exhaustive nor exclusive and may be reviewed and updated depending upon operational requirements and staffing levels.

• To embrace and lead by example on the Company’s key values of PRIDE, PASSION and PERFORMANCE or those that might at any time be subsequently re-defined.
• To support the Company’s commitment to providing a safe environment for children, young people and vulnerable adults, ensuring awareness of the Company’s Safeguarding Policy, Procedures and Practice Guidance, and to be vigilant, reporting any safeguarding concerns without delay.
• To undertake all duties and fully comply with all of the Company’s general standards and those relating to the specific requirements of the role.
• To take care of their own health and safety and that of others who may be affected by their actions at work, and to co-operate with health and safety matters to help everyone meet their legal requirements.
• To co-operate with managers and colleagues to ensure environmental responsibilities are complied with.
• To carry out tasks at a range of sites that are either operated or managed by the Companies / Trusts or where services are delivered by the Companies / Trusts
• To be involved in any aspects or opportunities for sharing of good practice, expertise and responsibilities within the Companies / Trusts. To generally help promote the work and public image of the Companies / Trusts, always maintaining high standards of customer service and personal appearance.
• To attend and fully engage with all internal training and development requirements and opportunities, and maintain such qualifications as required by the demands of the role.
• To interact positively with customers adopting a friendly and professional approach at all times.
• To comply with the General Data Protection Regulations when dealing with, maintaining, sharing and storing information.
• To undertake other duties as specified, which are appropriate to the qualifications, experience and general level of the post.

Essential Personal Attributes

• Ability to empathise with a diverse range of people of all ages and representations
• Ability to be positively persuasive and motivate individuals and teams
• Ability to communicate and grow partnerships with a range of agencies and people from diverse backgrounds/standings
• Adaptable and approachable
• Innovative thinker
• Outwardly enthusiastic and self-motivated
• Supportive qualities that will encourage young people in their pursuit of personal goals

Essential Knowledge and Experience

• Understanding of appropriate sporting based ‘key values’ as embraced within the Engage! programme
• Working on community coaching programmes in multi sports based activities within schools
• Awareness of issues and challenges affecting disadvantaged communities and areas of recognised under representation
• Health & Safety
• IT literate and proficient in Microsoft Office
• Event/tournament organisation

Essential Qualifications

• Level 1 NGB coaching qualification
• First aid qualification

Essential Special Skills

• Coaching/counselling of young people
• Ability to manage a diverse range of people and groups of people
• Organisational, planning and administration skills
• Ability to work on own initiative and without supervision
• Ability to work as part of a team
• Time management and prioritisation skills
• Report writing

Special Circumstances

• Ability to work unsociable hours including evenings, weekends, and Bank Holidays.
• Ability to travel between sites.
• Interest in working with underrepresented and disadvantaged community groups/individuals.
• Enhanced DBS Clearance

If you have any enquires, please contact our Human Resources Team by emailing recruitment@cvlife.co.uk

Job Title Education Development Officer Job Reference Number XL249 Closing Date 25th February 2026 Department Community Development Location Xcel Leisure Centre Hours 37.5 hours per week Salary Competitive

• Great development opportunities
• FREE health and fitness membership* **
• FREE health and fitness membership for a family member or friend* **
• FREE uniform for applicable roles
• FREE training for applicable roles
• DISCOUNTS on various Centre activities*
• FREE entry to venues*
• Access to the full range of CV Life Employee Benefits & Discounts

(*not applicable to casual workers)
(**The two benefits combined can be worth £1000!)

People from Black, Asian and Ethnically Diverse backgrounds, disabled, deaf and neurodivergent people are under-represented in our workforce, so we particularly encourage applications from candidates in these groups.

If you think this is the role and organisation for you then we would love to hear from you.

Please complete our short application form (average 30 mins to complete) by clicking the Apply Online Button below. We shortlist for our vacancies on an ongoing basis, and we may close a vacancy earlier than the advertised date. Please submit your application as soon as possible to avoid disappointment.

When applying for this position, please ensure you confirm the Job Title and the Reference Number as stated on this Job Advert.

Reference Number: XL248

Closing Date: 6th March 2026

Location: All Sites

Hours: Various daytime/evening/weekends available

Rate of Pay: Competitive

CV Life are looking to recruit STA level 1 or above Swimming Teachers. You will deliver various swimming CV Life are looking to recruit STA level 1 or above Swimming Teachers. You will deliver various swimming programmes, both for schools and private lessons to children of all ages and abilities. You will also assist with delivering adult lessons when needed.

The ideal candidate for these positions will be enthusiastic, motivated, and creative who work well as part of a team. You will have some experience in assisting or delivering swimming sessions and possess good communication and leadership skills.

Role and Responsibilities:

• To plan and prepare the delivery of swimming lessons and ensure that all-coaching sessions and practices are within the current guidelines of ASA and other governing bodies as are appropriate.
• To plan and deliver lessons appropriate to the swimmer’s ability and encourage and facilitate the progression of children through various stages of development.
• To help set up the pool for swimming lessons ensuring the safe provision of all equipment and make sure that it is being used correctly.
• To continually assess children, hand out progression cards where applicable and complete termly reports for each child and distribute to children.

There is a variety of part time and full time hours and days available to suit. Shifts within school hours, in the evenings and weekend days at our Centres: Xcel, AT7, Alan Higgs and The Wave.

Apply today and Join Our Team!

DBS Clearance will be required for the successful candidate. Please click on this link for further details:  https://cvlife.co.uk/dbs/ 

CV Life is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.

Reporting to: Aquatic Operations Supervisor

Coventry Sports Foundation and Culture Coventry are independent organisations who work collaboratively through CV Life, so that this Job Description as a CV Life document extends to cover the employment contracts held with either Culture Coventry Trust or Coventry Sports Foundation.

To deliver high quality swimming lessons to children following the Swim England: Learn to Swim Framework

• To plan and prepare the delivery of swimming lessons and ensure that all-coaching sessions and practices are within the current guidelines of ASA and other governing bodies as are appropriate.
• To plan and deliver lessons appropriate to the swimmers ability and encourage and facilitate the progression of children through various stages of development.
• To help set up the pool for swimming lessons ensuring the safe provision of all equipment and make sure that it is being used correctly.
• To constantly update, manage and complete registers.
• To continually assess children, hand out progression cards where applicable and complete termly reports for each child and distribute to children.
• Support, guide, and instruct pool helpers during lessons.
• To attend regular staff meetings/training/refreshers as necessary.
• To work and communicate well with all staff and be able to communicate by email.
• To try and meet all criteria set out in the swim observation sheet.
• To be willing to help cover swimming lessons when possible.
• Evaluate lessons and give good feedback.
• Be a positive role model, creating a positive and fun environment to encourage learning to swim.
• To ensure that all-coaching and lifeguarding qualifications are maintained within the acceptable standards of the governing bodies.
• To be familiar with and act upon Health and Safety procedures within the swimming environment.

This job description is neither exhaustive nor exclusive and may be reviewed and updated depending upon operational requirements and staffing levels.

• To embrace and lead by example on the Company’s key values of PRIDE, PASSION and PERFORMANCE or those that might at any time be subsequently re-defined.
• To support the Company’s commitment to providing a safe environment for children, young people and vulnerable adults, ensuring awareness of the Company’s Safeguarding Policy, Procedures and Practice Guidance, and to be vigilant, reporting any safeguarding concerns without delay.
• To undertake all duties and fully comply with all of the Company’s general standards and those relating to the specific requirements of the role.
• To take care of their own health and safety and that of others who may be affected by their actions at work, and to co-operate with health and safety matters to help everyone meet their legal requirements.
• To co-operate with managers and colleagues to ensure environmental responsibilities are complied with.
• To carry out tasks at a range of sites that are either operated or managed by the Companies / Trusts or where services are delivered by the Companies / Trusts
• To be involved in any aspects or opportunities for sharing of good practice, expertise and responsibilities within the Companies / Trusts. To generally help promote the work and public image of the Companies / Trusts, always maintaining high standards of customer service and personal appearance.
• To attend and fully engage with all internal training and development requirements and opportunities, and maintain such qualifications as required by the demands of the role.
• To interact positively with customers adopting a friendly and professional approach at all times.
• To comply with the General Data Protection Regulations when dealing with, maintaining, sharing and storing information.
• To undertake other duties as specified, which are appropriate to the qualifications, experience and general level of the post.

Essential Personal Attributes

• Ability to work on own initiative and lead a team of people
• Outwardly enthusiastic and confident
• Show a flexible approach to work
• Maintain a professional image at all times

Essential Knowledge and Experience

• Effective teaching and technique skills following the current Learn to Swim Framework to a high standard
• Ability to adapt sessions appropriately depending on the needs of the group.

Essential Qualifications

• STA Award level 2 or Certificate Award
• NARASTAC or National Pool Lifeguard

Essential Special Skills

• Good communication and leadership skills
• To provide guidance and instructions during the lessons
• Ability to motivate both individuals and teams
• Basic IT knowledge, numeracy and literacy

Special Circumstances

• Ability to work unsociable hours including evenings, weekends, and Bank Holidays.
• Ability to travel between sites.
• Interest in working with underrepresented and disadvantaged community groups/individuals.
• Enhanced DBS Clearance

If you have any enquires, please contact our Human Resources Team by emailing recruitment@cvlife.co.uk

Job Title Swimming Teacher (Aquarius) Job Reference Number XL248 Closing Date 6th March 2026 Department Community Development Location All Sites Hours Various daytime/evening/weekends available Salary Competitive

• Great development opportunities
• FREE health and fitness membership* **
• FREE health and fitness membership for a family member or friend* **
• FREE uniform for applicable roles
• FREE training for applicable roles
• DISCOUNTS on various Centre activities*
• FREE entry to venues*
• Access to the full range of CV Life Employee Benefits & Discounts

(*not applicable to casual workers)
(**The two benefits combined can be worth £1000!)

We encourage and welcome applications from all ethnic groups and people with disabilities. Our aim is to build a diverse workplace and to become a truly inclusive employer with a workforce and visitor audience as diverse as the communities we serve. We seek to create an inclusive and welcoming environment for all those who work at CVLife.

If you think this is the role and organisation for you then we would love to hear from you.

Please complete our short application form (average 30 mins to complete) by clicking the Apply Online Button below. We shortlist for our vacancies on an ongoing basis, and we may close a vacancy earlier than the advertised date. Please submit your application as soon as possible to avoid disappointment.

When applying for this position, please ensure you confirm the Job Title and the Reference Number as stated on this Job Advert.