To undertake training and gain experience / qualifications (subject to funding) in a variety of duties in departments across the business i.e. poolside (lifeguard and swimming instruction), fitness suite, reception, café, etc.
To initially learn, and in future (subject to competency) assist in the preparation, rig, and de-rig of respective areas of the buildings and equipment in accordance with the programme
To initially learn, and in future (subject to competency) assist in undertaking the recording of pool water tests and immediately report the readings to a Duty Manager
To initially learn, and in future (subject to competency) maintain all areas of the buildings in a clean and tidy condition, undertaking major cleaning duties on a regular basis as programmed by the departmental Daily Log
To initially learn, and in future (subject to competency) to clean the poolside and pool bottom with pool vacuum, First Aid room, changing rooms, toilet and shower areas and any other areas of the building according to the apprenticeship programme, as detailed on the relevant departmental Daily Log
Training:Off the job training will be delivered on site, with some exceptions (I.e. no standard day-release / college attendance required):
NVQ Level 2 Leisure Team Member
National Pool Lifeguard Qualification
Level 1 Swimming Assistant (Teaching)
Level 2 Swimming Teacher or STA Level 2 Award in Teaching Swimming
Level 2 Certificate in Fitness or Gym Instructing
Training Outcome:On successful completion of the 18 month apprenticeship programme, the Company would expect to be able to offer continued employment and/or further career pathway opportunities, subject of course to the candidate meeting the required standards.Employer Description:Impulse Leisure is an ambitious and innovative organisation that operates as a Charitable Leisure Trust. We operate a total of four facilities across Essex in pursuit of our mission – to create active and healthy communities. We are a vital component in the improvement of health and wellbeing in the communities in which we work, and continually seek applicants who will share in our vision. Therefore, we only seek the most inspiring, highly motivated and professional people to join our teams.
Impulse Leisure offers a Guaranteed Interview Scheme (GIS) to disabled applicants providing minimum criteria are met within the Person Specification for the vacancy.Working Hours :Working days and times include early mornings, late evenings, weekend and bank holiday working patterns according to operational need. Breaks are unpaid.Skills: Communication skills,Attention to detail,Organisation skills,Customer care skills,Problem solving skills,Number skills,Team working,Initiative,Non judgemental,Physical fitness....Read more...
This is more than just a Leisure Team Member Apprenticeship; it's a career where you will be given the training to develop your career with the UK's largest leisure provider. Please note the salary range for these positions is £16,431.30 up to £25,623.07
GLL is currently recruiting 2 Leisure Team Member Apprentices to work in Windrush Leisure Centre, West Oxfordshire. If you have the skills and ambition to join us as a Leisure Team Member Apprentice, there's never been a more exciting time to join us. This is more than just a Leisure Team Member Apprenticeship; it's a career where you will be given the training to develop your career with the UK's largest leisure provider. GLL is a not-for-profit charitable social enterprise committed to delivering a better quality of fitness and leisure, libraries, and performing arts facilities for everyone. We're committed to providing access to quality community facilities - and more - at a price everyone can afford. We already manage over 258 facilities, and we're adding more all the time, operating under our 'Better' brand. Unlike many other brands, we are for everyone. Community is at the heart of everything we do, and we want to make sure that everyone can live a healthy and active lifestyle.
What you’ll do:
Customer Experience:
Understand the services and products on offer to assist with customer questions and queries
Support different types of customers with different needs
Support the centre in gaining customer feedback on our products and services, including dealing with customer complaints
Support the centre to deliver swimming lessons where required (qualification dependent)
Share knowledge with customers on the role exercise plays in health and wellbeing
Conduct customers' gym inductions and health screening where required (qualification dependent)
Plan and deliver exercise sessions to meet customers' health and fitness goals
People Experience:
Support GLL's visions and values
Attend and participate in all apprenticeship workshops, meetings, and reviews with your tutor and General Manager
Ensure all training and qualification deadlines are met in agreement with your tutor and manager
Achieve and maintain all necessary qualifications, including ongoing CPD training
Keep up-to-date with trends and developments in the leisure industry
As a leader within the leisure industry, we can also offer scope to progress your career, and job variety like nowhere else. You will be enrolled on a Leisure Team Member apprenticeship programme which takes approximately 18 months to complete, as well as completing the following qualifications throughout the length of your apprenticeship:
National Pool Lifeguard Qualification (NPLQ)
First Aid at Work (Level 3)
Certificate in Teaching Swimming
Level 2 Gym Instructor
However you choose to work with us, you can be sure that you will be a valued member of our team, working with great colleagues, and making a real difference to people’s lives. We are an inclusive employer. We seek and welcome diversity in our teams. All pay rates are subject to skills, experience, qualifications, and location.Training:The apprentice will receive full on-the-job training as well as 20% off the job training, they will receive a full wrap-around service from SCL.
You will be enroled on a Leisure Team Member apprenticeship programme which takes approximately 18 months to complete, as well as completing the following qualifications throughout the length of your apprenticeship:
National Pool Lifeguard Qualification (NPLQ)
First Aid at Work (Level 3)
Certificate in Teaching Swimming
Level 2 Gym Instructor
Training Outcome:
The apprentice could progress on to a Team Leader role once they have completed their Leisure Team Member Level 2 qualification
Employer Description:About GLL:
As the UK’s largest leisure operator and charitable social enterprise, we offer a range of careers for everyone in our local communities. We manage over 400 facilities across England, Wales, and Northern Ireland, including public sport and leisure centres, elite sporting venues, libraries, and children’s centres.
Our people are from the communities we serve and help us make real changes in their local area.
One of our core values is ‘More than a Job’, because working with us opens a wide range of possibilities and opportunities for you, starting with how you work with us. To make sure we are having a positive impact on our people, we also offer some flexible and part-time working options so you can make sure your new job works for you. Subject to vacancies, whether you are after a contractual commitment and a regular work schedule or the freedom of flexible hours, you may be able to choose an arrangement that works best for you and play your part in improving the health and wellbeing of your community.
Working Hours :To be confirmed at interview stage.Skills: Swimming skills,Communication skills,Fitness Skills ,Organisation skills,Team working....Read more...
Time4Sport are seeking a highly motivated and enthusiastic Apprentice Community Sports & Swimming Coach to join our growing team.
This apprenticeship offers an exciting opportunity to develop professional coaching, leadership and wellbeing skills while making a real difference to communities across Staffordshire and Cheshire.
Working alongside experienced coaches and mentors, you will support the delivery of high-quality swimming, physical activity, sport and wellbeing programmes ;that encourage participation, confidence and lifelong healthy habits for children and families.
This role is ideal for someone who is passionate about swimming, community sport and health, and who wants to grow into a long-term career within the sport, leisure and wellbeing sector.
Key Responsibilities:
As an Apprentice Community Sports & Swimming Coach, you will:
Support the planning and delivery of swimming, physical activity, sport and wellbeing sessions for children and families
Work collaboratively with community partners, leisure providers and health-focused organisations
Assist a Senior Coach to deliver engaging, inclusive and participant-centred sessions
Complete swimming teaching and lifeguard training.
Contribute to Time4Wellbeing programmes, holiday activity camps and community events
Support promotional activity, including social media and digital content
Attend regular apprenticeship workshops and complete work-based projects and presentations
Support enrichment activities and community sporting events
Always uphold safeguarding, health and safety, and inclusion standards
Essential Requirements:
Aged 17+ Due to driving requirements
Full driving licence and access to a vehicle
Minimum GCSE grade 4/C in PE, maths and English (or equivalent)
Willingness to obtain and maintain a clean DBS
Flexible approach and commitment to high standards
Previous experience or qualifications in sport, PE or swimming (desirable)
A keen interest in swimming teaching
Training:You will be fully supported through a comprehensive apprenticeship programme, including:
Level 4 Community Sports Coach Apprenticeship
Level 2 Swim England Teacher qualification
Level 3 Pool Lifeguard qualificationLevel 2 Award in Multi-Skills Coaching
Level 2 Safeguarding ChildrenPaediatric First Aid
Ongoing CPD, mentoring and professional development
Training Outcome:Successful completion of the apprenticeship can lead to:
Employment as a full time swimming teacher or Community Sports, Swimming or Health & Wellbeing Coach
Progression within Time4Sport’s coaching and leadership pathways
A long-term career in the sport, leisure, swimming and community wellbeing sector
Employer Description:Established in 2007, Time4Sport was founded with a passion for improving the lives of children and families through physical activity, sport and healthy living. We are now one of Staffordshire and Cheshire’s leading providers of holiday camps, swimming programmes and community physical activity initiatives.
Each week, over 7,500 children and families benefit from our services, supporting healthier, happier and more active communities.
“Simply the best” – Mr Drew, Springcroft Primary SchoolOur Values
Culture: We nurture, educate, innovate and inspire through teamwork, excellence and ambition.Purpose: Providing a fitter, healthier and happier future.Vision: To nurture healthier communities through health education, physical activity, swimming and sport.Mission: To encourage healthy lifestyles among children and families through inclusive, engaging and high-quality programmes.Working Hours :Shifts to be confirmed.Skills: Communication skills,Customer care skills,Patience,Physical fitness,Interest - Swimming & Teaching,Ambitious,Enthusiastic,Positive Role Model,Working with Children....Read more...
What you’ll do:
Customer Experience
Understand the services and products on offer to assist with customer questions and queries.
Support different types of customers with different needs.
Support the centre in gaining customer feedback on our products and services, including dealing with customer complaints.
Support the centre to deliver swimming lessons where required (qualification dependent).
Share knowledge with customers on the role exercise plays in health and wellbeing.
Conduct customers' gym inductions and health screening where required (qualification dependent).
Plan and deliver exercise sessions to meet customers' health and fitness goals.
People Experience
Support GLL's visions and values.
Attend and participate in all apprenticeship workshops, meetings, and reviews with your tutor and General Manager.
Ensure all training and qualification deadlines are met in agreement with your tutor and manager.
Achieve and maintain all necessary qualifications, including ongoing CPD training.
Keep up-to-date with trends and developments in the leisure industry.
As a leader within the leisure industry, we can also offer scope to progress your career, and job variety like nowhere else. You will be enrolled on a Leisure Team Member apprenticeship programme which takes approximately 18 months to complete, as well as completing the following qualifications throughout the length of your apprenticeship:
National Pool Lifeguard Qualification (NPLQ).
First Aid at Work (Level 3).
Certificate in Teaching Swimming.
Level 2 Gym Instructor.
Training:The apprentice will receive full on the job training from the employer as well as 20% off the job training. they will also receive a full wrap around service from SCL.Training Outcome:The apprentice can progress on to a level 3 once they have completed their level 2 apprenticeship.Employer Description:GLL is a not-for-profit charitable social enterprise committed to delivering a better quality of fitness and leisure, libraries, and performing arts facilities for everyone. We're committed to providing access to quality community facilities - and more - at a price everyone can afford. We already manage over 258 facilities, and we're adding more all the time, operating under our 'Better' brand. Unlike many other brands, we are for everyone. Community is at the heart of everything we do, and we want to make sure that everyone can live a healthy and active lifestyle.Working Hours :To be confirmed at the interview stage.Skills: Communication skills,Swimming Skills ,Organisation skills,Customer care skills....Read more...
Why not apply for an Everyone Active apprenticeship programme today! We are a leader in leisure industry-specific apprenticeships, giving you the skills and qualifications to have a career in leisure. This 12-month work-based programme will include both on-the-job and off-the-job training and give you a Level 2 Leisure Team Member qualification.
We need an Apprentice Recreation Assistant who will:
Want to learn to be an effective communicator with other team members
Be part of a motivated team fully embracing our company values
Want to learn to deliver high customer service standards
Want to ensure high levels of cleanliness and housekeeping are maintained within the centre
Ensure equipment setups are completed safely and on time. The National Pool Lifeguard qualification will be gained during the course, so you’ll need to be able to swim to a competent level
You’ll also achieve a swimming teacher and fitness qualification. This position will involve day, evening and weekend work, including public holidays and requires an enhanced DBS check, which we will complete before you start.
What can we do for you? Well, along with a competitive salary and opportunities for development, you’ll also get to enjoy working in an exciting and friendly environment. Furthermore, as an added bonus, you and a partner/children will also get to enjoy free membership to our 220 plus centres nationwide.
If invited to interview, you’ll need to complete a swim test and demonstrate the following:
Jump or dive into deep water
Swim 50 metres in no more than 60 seconds
Swim 100 metres continuously on front and back in deep water, then tread water for 30 seconds
You will work as part of a team to ensure the safe and efficient operation of the leisure centre. Supervise poolside activities and always ensure customer safety. Assist in the setup and delivery of fitness classes and group activity sessions. Provide excellent customer service to all members and visitors. Maintain cleanliness and operational standards across all facilities and support the reception and administration teams when required.Training:
The apprentice will receive full on-the-job training as well as 20% off the job training with the employer, and they will also receive a wraparound service from SCL
Training Outcome:
The apprentice can progress to a team leader qualification if desired, once they have completed their apprenticeship
Employer Description:We are a leader in leisure industry specific apprenticeships giving you the skills and qualifications to have a career in leisureWorking Hours :To be confirmed at the interview stage.Skills: Communication skills,Physical fitness,Swimming Skills....Read more...
