Apprentice Leisure Team Member Level 2

SPORTS AND LEISURE MANAGEMENT LTD

Middlesex (UB1 3JB)

Closes in 27 days (Monday 2 November 2026)

Posted on 5 October 2026

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Summary

Everyone Active – Dormer Wells Leisure Centre is looking for an ambitious Apprentice Recreation Assistant to join the team. Gain a Level 2 Leisure Team Member qualification, plus lifeguard, swimming teacher and fitness qualifications, while earning and learning in a supportive leisure environment with excellent development opportunities.

• Wage:

  £9,984 to £15,862.08, depending on your age

  National Minimum Wage

  Minimum wage rates (opens in new tab)

  £12.00 an hour

• Training course: Leisure team member (level 2)
• Hours: TBC during interview stage.

  24 hours a week

• Start date:

  Monday 30 November 2026

• Duration:

  1 year 6 months

• Positions available:

  2

Work

Most of your apprenticeship is spent working. You’ll learn on the job by getting hands-on experience.

What you'll do at work

APPRENTICE RECREATION ASSISTANT Everyone Active – Dormer Wells Leisure Centre Everyone Active is currently seeking an ambitious and self-motivated individual to join the team as an Apprentice Recreation Assistant. 

• This is an exciting opportunity for someone who is ready to embrace our brand mission of 30 minutes of activity, 5 times a week and begin a rewarding career in the leisure industry. Why not apply for an Everyone Active apprenticeship programme today? As a leader in leisure industry apprenticeships, we provide the skills, experience, and qualifications needed to build a successful career in leisure. 
• This 12-month work-based programme combines on and off-the-job training and leads to a Level 2 Leisure Team Member qualification. 
• As an Apprentice Recreation Assistant, you will learn how to communicate effectively with customers and colleagues, deliver excellent customer service, work as part of a motivated team that embraces our company values, maintain high standards of cleanliness and housekeeping throughout the centre, and ensure equipment is set up safely and on time for activities.  
• During the apprenticeship, you will gain the National Pool Lifeguard Qualification (NPLQ), so applicants must be able to swim to a competent level.  
• You will also achieve swimming teacher and fitness qualifications, giving you a strong foundation for a career within the leisure sector. This role will involve day, evening, and weekend working, including public holidays.  
• An enhanced DBS check will be required and completed before employment begins. What can we offer you?

Alongside a competitive salary and excellent development opportunities, you'll enjoy working in a fun, supportive, and friendly environment. 
As an added bonus, you and your partner/children will receive free membership to over 220 Everyone Active centres nationwide. If this sounds like the perfect opportunity for you, we'd love to hear from you. Simply send your CV and covering letter to SCL to apply. 

Where you'll work

Dormer Wells Leisure Centre
Dormer Wells Lane
Southall
Middlesex
UB1 3JB

Training

Apprenticeships include time away from working for specialist training. You’ll study to gain professional knowledge and skills.

Training provider

SCL EDUCATION & TRAINING LIMITED

Training course

Leisure team member (level 2)

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What you'll learn

Course contents

• Work in a team to support peers and colleagues to meet the goals of the business.
• Communicate (written, verbal) accurately and effectively and in line with legal requirements. E.g. Information on products and accident reporting procedures.
• Undertake the operational housekeeping of the leisure facility. For example, assembling, dismantling, routine maintenance and storage of equipment. Cleaning tasks. Opening and closing procedures, including evacuation. Safe set up of equipment and activities.
• Monitor customer use of equipment and ensure their safety, intervening as necessary.
• Comply with the legal requirements to ensure the safety, security and well-being of all colleagues and customers within the facility, such as Equality Act, HSE Act, COSHH, RIDDOR, Safeguarding and Protecting Children, Data Protection, BSI and European guidelines relevant to the environment, first aid regulations.
• Use IT including front of house system, social media and digital channels.
• Perform all the duties of a swimming teacher including; delivering swimming lessons that develop water confidence, core aquatic skills, safety and technical skills across a range of participants of different abilities from non swimmer to advanced. Promoting and raising awareness of swimming opportunities. Supervising and leading swimming teachers assistants.
• Perform the duties of a lifeguard including; working as part of a team to provide safe supervision of swimmers and prevent accidents. How to intervien providing rescues and life saving techniques when necessary.
• Perform all of the duties of a gym instructor; including; conducting, gym inductions, client consultations, assessment and review and health screening. Use underpinning knowledge of anatomy, physiology, human movement and biomechanics and applying fitness training techniques. Planning, reviewing and delivering safe and effective gym based exercise programmes with individuals and small groups.
• Plan activity sessions using techniques that are suitable for the participant(s) and their goals.
• Undertake pre-activity screening and health and safety checks when leading group sessions/classes.
• Lead groups using appropriate communication methods and instructing styles and apply suitable group management techniques when instructing participants.

Training schedule

The apprentice will receive full on-the-job training, 20% off-the-job training and a full wrap around service from SCL.

Requirements

Essential qualifications

GCSE in:

• Maths (grade 4)
• English (grade 4)

Share if you have other relevant qualifications and industry experience. The apprenticeship can be adjusted to reflect what you already know.

Skills

• Swimming Skills
• Organisation skills
• Team working

Other requirements

Must be a strong swimmer. Swim test will be included in interview process. 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

About this employer

Everyone Active is one of the UK's leading leisure management companies, operating more than 220 leisure and cultural centres nationwide. Working in partnership with local authorities, Everyone Active is dedicated to encouraging healthier, more active communities through high-quality leisure facilities, outstanding customer service, and a commitment to helping people achieve their health and fitness goals. With excellent training and development opportunities, Everyone Active offers rewarding careers for individuals who are passionate about fitness, wellbeing, and making a positive difference in their local community.

After this apprenticeship

Your earnings can increase over time with an apprenticeship. Find out about potential future pay (opens in new tab).

The apprentice will be able to progress to the next level.

Ask a question

The contact for this apprenticeship is:

SCL EDUCATION & TRAINING LIMITED

Sarah Miller

sarah.miller@wearescl.co.uk

07501385406

The reference code for this apprenticeship is VAC2000057271.

Apply now

Closes in 27 days (Monday 2 November 2026)

After signing in, you’ll apply for this apprenticeship on the company's website.