Leisure Team Member Apprenticeship Bicester Leisure Centre - Oxfordshire

Are you looking to kick start your career within the sport and leisure industry? Maintenance of company standards at all times, provision of safe and effective pool supervision, building cleanliness and undertaking other various housekeeping duties.

This apprenticeship requires you to apply through the employer's website.

Apply now

Closing date: 27 Jun 2023

Apprenticeship summary

  • Annual wage

    £10,983.00

  • Working week

    Monday - Sunday. Exact shifts to be confirmed.

    Total hours per week: 40

  • Expected duration

    15 Months

  • Possible start date

    03 Jul 2023

  • Date posted

    01 Mar 2023

  • Apprenticeship level

    Intermediate
    Level 2 (GCSE)

  • Reference number

    VAC1000138742

  • Positions

    1 available

What will the apprentice be doing?

Bicester Leisure Centre are looking for enthusiastic and energetic candidates to work with them as an Leisure Assistant Apprentice and gain their Level 2 in Leisure Team Member apprenticeship.

What will the role involve?

We are looking for enthusiastic and energetic candidates to work towards their Leisure Operation and Leisure Management Level 2 and be part of a friendly team to provide a fun, safe and quality experience for all of our customers.

The job will involve:

  • Effective communication with other team members
  • Equipment setups safely and on time
  • Maintenance of company standards at all times
  • Provision of safe and effective pool supervision
  • Building cleanliness and undertaking other various housekeeping duties
  • Building and being part of a successful and well-motivated team
  • Delivering excellent customer service at all times.

This is a full-time position and you will be required to work 40 hours per week on a shift basis at your designated centre.

To be considered for this role, you must be a strong and confident swimmer. If you are invited to interview for this role you will be required to complete a swim test as part of the interview process, to be considered for the role you must be able to demonstrate you can complete the following:

  • Jump / dive into deep water
  • Swim 50 metres in no more than 60 seconds
  • Swim 100 metres continuously on front and back in deep water and then tread water for 30 seconds
  • Surface dive to floor of pool (deepest part)
  • Climb out unaided without ladders / steps and where pool design permits

Some great benefits below:

  • Competitive salary
  • Generous annual leave
  • Free gym membership for you and a nominated person
  • Employee health cash plan
  • Employee discount portal - discounts on travel bookings, high street vouchers, gift cards, cinema tickets, days out, leisure activities and your day to day spending
  • Cycle to Work scheme
  • Pension Scheme
  • Company sick pay
  • Career progression
  • Training and development

As an apprentice with Bicester Leisure Centre, you will be studying towards a 12-18 months qualification that will be the Level 2 Leisure Team Member Apprenticeship.

What training will the apprentice take and what qualification will the apprentice get at the end?

Leisure Team Member with Institute of Swimming Apprenticeship L2.

Functional Skills in Maths and English.

What is the expected career progression after this apprenticeship?

Further qualifications and progressions within the company.

Requirements and prospects

Desired skills and personal qualities

Team Working, Organisation Skills

Qualifications

Other None required (Grade None required) Desired

Things to consider

The key dates are to be used as a guide only. Should the right candidate be found, this vacancy may close early.

About the employer

Bicester Leisure Centre has a wide range of facilities to help you with your fitness journey. Located in the heart of Bicester we have a state-of-the-art gym, group classes, a 25m swimming pool and sports hall. So whether you are just starting out, or exercise regularly, we've got everything you need.

Employer

Bicester Leisure Centre - Oxfordshire

Address

Queens Avenue

OX26 2NR

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Training

Training provider

LIFETIME TRAINING GROUP LIMITED

Apprenticeship standard

Leisure team member

Level 2 (GCSE)

Employer's Application Instructions

This apprenticeship requires you to apply through the employer's website.

Apply now

Closing date: 27 Jun 2023