Leisure Team Member Apprentice LEX LEISURE CIC

The role of Recreation Assistant is a great position to be able to carry out and be involved in the full range of leisure activities. Continually customer facing, the role provides rewarding opportunities. Meeting new people, variation in both activities and learning provides an exciting working day, every day, for our Recreation Assistants.

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

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Closing date: 30 Jun 2023

Apprenticeship summary

  • Annual wage

    £10,982.40

    Wages explained

    Apprentices are paid for their normal working hours and training that's part of their apprenticeship (usually one day per week).

    Minimum Wage Rates

  • Working week

    Mon - Sun - Exact shifts to be confirmed

    Total hours per week: 40

  • Expected duration

    15 Months

  • Possible start date

    07 Jul 2023

  • Date posted

    09 May 2023

  • Apprenticeship level

    Intermediate
    Level 2 (GCSE)

  • Reference number

    VAC1000161422

  • Positions

    2 available

What will the apprentice be doing?

At Cotgrave Leisure Centre - Lex Leisure you will be working towards a Leisure Team Member Standard Level 2 over the course of 15 months.

Main Duties:

- The main focus of this role will be to assist with lifeguarding and swim teaching duties.
- To guide, care for and assist all Leisure Centre customers.
- To facilitate a friendly but efficient working relationship with the people who use the Leisure Centre.
- To work as part of a team to achieve the objectives and usage targets of the Leisure Centre.
- To provide safe and effective pool supervision.
- To ensure all facilities are presented to the highest levels of cleanliness and comfort.
- Assist the Duty Manager in the effective control and security of the facility, patrolling all appropriate areas ensuring that equipment is stored safely and securely.
- To be aware of all Health and Safety issues within the Centre, to constantly implement and assess procedures drawing attention to any unsafe practices.
- To ensure all parts of the Centre are safe and secure when not in use.
- To undertake any other duties as may be required to assist in the running of the Leisure Centre.
- Portray a positive image of the Leisure Centre, wearing the uniform provided whilst on duty.

Some great benefits below:
• Competitive salary
• Generous annual leave
• Free gym membership for you and a nominated person
• 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

At Cotgrave Leisure Centre - Lex Leisure you will be working towards a Leisure Team Member Standard Level 2 over the course of 15 months.

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 if required.
  •  A IQL Level 2 Award in Pool Lifeguarding.

 One of the following:

  • A Swim England Level 2 in Teaching Swimming or A STA level 2 Certificate in Teaching Swimming.
  • A Level 2 Certificate in Fitness or Gym Instruction awarded by; Focus Awards, Active IQ, Innovate Awarding, NCFE, VCTC or YMCA Awards
  •  A Level 3 certificate in First Aid (to be taken either as a stand-alone qualification or as a separate part of the IQL Level 2 Award in Pool Lifeguarding).

What is the expected career progression after this apprenticeship?

Lex Leisure is a well established business that is continuously growing. Successful applicants can look forward to joining a company that can offer career prospects and believes in investing in its people.

Requirements and prospects

Desired skills and personal qualities

Communication skills, Customer care skills, Team working, Patience

Qualifications

GCSE or equivalent None Required (Grade C/4) Desired

About the employer

In the heart of Cotgrave, Nottingham, we offer a 35+ station gym with knowledgeable staff. Our gym is the perfect place to get fit. We also have a leisure swimming pool with a beach/shallow area, suitable for babies and young children, a 25 metre length area for the serious swimmer and a flume which is available at weekends and during Notts County Council school holidays, sports hall, outside football grass pitches, a spin studio, dance studio and a meeting room.

Employer

LEX LEISURE CIC

Address

Woodview

Nottingham

NG12 3PJ

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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: 30 Jun 2023