Duty Officer

Liverpool John Moores University; Knowsley; On-site; GBP 27,000 - 31,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Pension scheme

Generous annual leave

Induction and development support

Family-friendly policies

Job summary

Liverpool John Moores University is seeking a Duty Officer to join the Physical Wellbeing Team in the Sport Building, delivering a safe, high‑quality day‑to‑day operation and taking ownership of strategic projects.

You will lead staff development, strategic planning, participation and community engagement, with opportunities to influence wellbeing initiatives and events, supporting career progression within LJMU.

Qualifications

• A HNC or HND in a relevant subject, equivalent qualification, or proven track record of broad substantial relevant experience.
• Experience of working in physical activity, wellbeing, sport, exercise, fitness, health or associated environment.
• Knowledge of issues and systems relating to health and safety in sport and/or associated sectors.

Responsibilities

• Lead the safe and effective day-to-day running of facilities.
• Take ownership of strategic projects and specialist development areas.
• Support staff development, strategic planning, participation, healthy lifestyles, sport development, events or community engagement.
• Contribute to departmental strategy and work towards future career progression.

Skills

Staff development

Strategic planning

Community engagement

Event coordination

Education

HNC or HND in a relevant subject

Job description

Duty Officer

Contract Type: Permanent

Job Type: Manual

Salary Range: £26,707 - £31,236 per annum

Hours: Full Time

School/Department: Student Life and Wellbeing

Closing Date: 01/10/2026

Ref No: 5570

Documents

• 5570 JD Duty Officer.pdf (PDF, 406.02kb)

Liverpool John Moores University (LJMU) is a distinctive, unique institution, rooted in the Liverpool City Region and with a global presence. Our students and staff, past, present, and future, are the beating heart of our city and can be found in every corner of every industry and community. We couldn't exist anywhere else and have shaped the city in which we belong. Working with the people of Liverpool to improve lives and support communities is at the heart of why we were founded and why we exist today.

Join Liverpool John Moores University's Physical Wellbeing Team and play a pivotal role in delivering an outstanding student, staff and community experience within our Sport Building.

This is far more than a traditional operations role. Alongside leading the safe and effective day-to-day running of our facilities, you will take ownership of strategic projects and a specialist development area such as staff development, strategic planning, participation, healthy lifestyles, sport development, events or community engagement. As part of a supportive team committed to developing talent, you will have opportunities to lead initiatives, analyse impact, contribute to departmental strategy, and build the skills and experience needed for future career progression.

A HNC or HND in a relevant subject, equivalent qualification, or proven track record of broad substantial relevant experience demonstrating general knowledge of technical or professional practice is essential. You will also need experience of working in physical activity, wellbeing, sport, exercise, fitness, health or associated environment as well as knowledge of issues and systems relating to health and safety in sport and/or associated sectors.

If you are passionate about people, wellbeing, customer experience and creating positive change, this is an exciting opportunity to develop your career while helping shape the future of physical wellbeing at LJMU.

In return, we offer an excellent benefits package including generous annual leave entitlement, pension scheme, induction and development support as well as family-friendly policies.

This is an exciting time to join the university as we deliver the LJMU Strategy 2030 and its vision of LJMU as an inclusive civic university transforming lives and futures, by placing students at the heart of everything we do.

If you feel that this is the role you have been looking for and your skills and experience can make a real difference at LJMU, we look forward to hearing from you.

LJMU values diversity and provides a supportive and inclusive environment where everyone can fulfil their potential.