Sport & Fitness Assistant

The purpose of the role is:

• To provide the supervision for users and visitors within relevant areas of the Fitness facilities and operations

• Assisting in the day-to-day operation of the Sports Centre to include opening and closing the

building.

• Act as a sports coach and fitness instructor.

• To ensure that all appropriate areas of operation and equipment are safe for use at all times as set out in the departmental guidelines, reporting any anomalies and taking appropriate action accordingly

• Oversight of Health & Safety whilst on duty

• Preparation of the facilities: Set up and take-down of equipment

• Conduct regular maintenance and safety checks of equipment

• Co-ordinate sport and fitness activities of staff, students, AU, SU, resident tutors and other

users

• Undertake other administrative duties as appropriate

Key tasks and responsibilities include:

• Assist in the day-to-day operation of the Sports Centre to include opening and closing the

Building.

• Act as a coach/fitness instructor

• To provide exercise classes/courses and small group instruction where appropriately qualified/experienced to do so

• To carry out fitness tests, induction and supervise a fitness development programme for members

• To instruct customers and provide personalised exercise programmes as required

• To maintain customer records and associated database as necessary

• To deal with customer enquiries and maintain relevant administrative procedures

• To apply basic first aid

• Oversee Health & Safety within the Sports Centre and including external pitches, tracks and sports areas. Keep records as appropriate

• Undertake regular safety checks of equipment: keep records as appropriate

• Co-ordinate and manage sport and fitness activities of staff, students, AU, SU, resident tutors

and other users.

• Work with the academics, and the Manager, to manage use by external clubs and teams.

• Engage with tutors and students in practical work and project work

• Assist with Open Days, Applicant Days, Taster Days and other university events

• Conduct satisfaction surveys

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Salary: £20,400.00-£22,149.00 per year

Benefits:

• Company pension
• Cycle to work scheme
• Gym membership
• On-site parking

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Day shift
• Weekend availability

Education:

• Bachelor's (preferred)

Experience:

• Personal Training: 1 year (preferred)

Work Location: One location

Reference ID: 6HPS3