Duty Manager

Wiltshire Council; Chippenham; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

A local council in the UK is seeking a Duty Manager to oversee day-to-day operations of its leisure centre. This engaging role requires strong leadership skills, and the ability to solve complex issues while ensuring a safe and well-maintained environment. Candidates will receive support to obtain the UK's National Pool Lifeguard Qualification within three months. This is a casual position with flexible hours based on council needs and candidate availability, promoting a culture of inclusion and respect.

Benefits

Support for obtaining qualifications

Qualifications

• Strong leadership skills and problem-solving abilities.
• Ability to work in a team and manage daily operations.
• Willingness to obtain the UK's National Pool Lifeguard Qualification (NPLQ) within three months.

Responsibilities

• Act as the primary point of contact during operating hours.
• Ensure a safe and well-maintained environment.
• Bring innovation and energy to solving complex issues.

Job description

Salary

£15.06 - £16.08 per hour (Plus 10% unsocial hours for qualifying shifts)

Hours per week

0 hours

Interview date

To be confirmed following shortlisting

Overview

Leisure Services – Inspiring Members to Lead Active Lives

Do you hold strong leadership skills and can confidently solve complex issues? Join our team as a Duty Manager and be a crucial part of delivering positive experiences through active lifestyles.

We are dedicated to providing services, projects, and activities that create positive experiences for a diverse range of people. Our approach is centred around sport, physical activity, and active lifestyles.

Responsibilities

As a Duty Manager, you'll be at the heart of our centre’s day-to-day operations. Your responsibilities include acting as the primary point of contact ensuring a safe and well‑maintained environment during operating hours.

We are looking for someone who brings innovation, energy, and strong leadership skills to the table, especially when it comes to solving complex customer and facility issues.

Qualifications

Do not have the UK's National Pool Lifeguard Qualification (NPLQ) yet? No worries! We'll support you in obtaining it within three months through a course run by the Royal Life Saving Society (RLSS).

Benefits

As a casual worker, you'll have no fixed hours and will work on an as‑needed basis, depending on Wiltshire Council's requirements and your availability. You are not obligated to be available, and the Council is not obliged to offer you work.

Why us? Wiltshire Council is a friendly, welcoming place to work, with a 'One Council' ethos. That’s why we focus on getting the things that matter to our people right.

Equal Opportunity

The council is committed to creating an environment of positive working relationships where everyone feels engaged, supported and able to thrive. Our Identity is a framework which sets out how we are all expected to lead, work and act to deliver our services.

We will not tolerate discrimination, bullying or harassment of any kind. Everyone is expected to promote a culture of inclusion, dignity, trust and respect which is underpinned by our vision and Our Identity framework.

Contact

For more details, contact Paige Davy, Leisure Operations Manager via email at [e-mail]

Security Check

This role may be subject to certain successful security checks; please see the role description for more information.