Leisure Assistant - Casual contract - Ashdown Leisure centre

BCP Council; United Kingdom; On-site; GBP 16,000 - 23,000; Part time

Job summary

BCP Council is seeking a Leisure Assistant for a casual contract at Ashdown Leisure Centre. Starting salary is £14.36 per hour, with progression within the pay band as you grow in the role. The job focuses on lifeguarding, customer service, and programme delivery in a busy leisure facility.

You will work to a defined schedule, provide first aid when needed, and help run activities for children and holiday programmes. The role supports a welcoming, safe environment for all visitors.

Qualifications

• First Aid certification.
• Knowledge of health and safety protocols within a leisure environment and swimming pool.
• Experience of the leisure industry and of leading sporting activities.
• Ability to communicate in a clear and polite manner with customers and colleagues.
• Ability to work to defined schedules, and reprioritise activities in response to urgent needs.

Responsibilities

• Supervise the pool area and provide a lifeguard service in line with Royal Lifesaving Society guidance to ensure safety and enjoyment of the public.
• Set up and take down sporting equipment in a safe and timely manner so equipment is available for use.
• Carry out regular checks of facility cleanliness and participate in cleaning to ensure a hygienic environment for customers.
• Inspect facilities and equipment according to the daily schedule, escalating health and safety issues to the appropriate person.
• Act as first aider to customers or staff at the leisure site for medical emergencies.
• Provide basic non-specialist coaching following predetermined programmes, including at children’s parties and holiday activity sessions.
• Provide general assistance and information to customers, including reception duties, to ensure a positive experience.

Skills

First Aid certification

Health & safety knowledge

Leisure industry experience

Communication skills

Time management

Job description

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Leisure Assistant - Casual contract - Ashdown Leisure centre

Dynamics Position No. and Role Profile Code 114741

Number of Positions:

2

Contract Type:

Casual

Casual contract - Holiday & Shift Cover

£14.36 per hour

Working Hours:

Casual

Location:

Ashdown Leisure Centre

Closing Date:

13/11/2026

Job Category:

Region / Division:

Operations

Business Unit:

Commercial Operations

Job Introduction

Starting salary for this role is £14.36 per hour

This role sits within a well defined pay band, offering clear progression as you grow your career at BCP. Without exception all new starters begin at the entry point of the band, ensuring fairness and consistency across the organisation . Be part of a forward thinking workplace where you’re supported to grow and you can truly#BeTheDifference at BCP.

Internal colleagues are also normally appointed at the bottom of the band, unless moving within the same profession and skill level, where the pay band is the same they can be appointed to the existing pay point .

To provide lifeguarding services and support the effective operation of the leisure facilities, to ensure an efficient, safe and welcoming service for customers.

Accountabilities

• Supervise the pool area and provide a lifeguard service (in line with Royal Lifesaving Society guidance) to ensure the safety and enjoyment of the public using the pool.
• Set up and take down sporting equipment as directed and required in a safe and timely manner, so that equipment is available for use.
• Carry out regular checks of the cleanliness of the facilities and participate in scheduled cleaning, to ensure a clean and hygienic environment for customers.
• Inspect the facilities and equipment in accordance with the daily inspection schedule, escalating any health and safety issues to the appropriate person, so that facilities are safe and risks are addressed quickly.
• Act as first aider to customers or staff at the leisure site so that any medical emergencies can be responded to appropriately.
• Provide basic non-specialist coaching following predetermined programmes, delivering safe, informative, fun and productive sessions. This will include assisting at children’s parties and delivering holiday activity programmes.
• Provide general assistance and information to customers whilst in the leisure centre, including reception duties, so that customers have a positive experience of the leisure centre.

Knowledge / Skills / Experience required

• First Aid certification.
• Knowledge of health and safety protocols within a leisure environment and swimming pool.
• Experience of the leisure industry and of leading sporting activities.
• Ability to communicate in a clear and polite manner with customers and colleagues.
• Ability to work to defined schedules, and reprioritise activities in response to urgent needs.

Dimensions of role

• This role does not have any supervisory or management requirements.
• This role does not manage any direct budgets.
• The role holder operates over short timescales, delivering a range of routine tasks within a daily schedule, with a need to also be reactive.

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We’re committed to providing a fully inclusive recruitment process ensuring every candidate and colleague has the support and reasonable adjustments they need to thrive .

From the moment you apply, through the recruitment process and throughout your career with us, we’ll be here to listen and provide the help and support you need .

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About BCP Council

BCP Council provides services to a diverse community of 400,000 residents and employs more than 5,000 people. Our area includes over 15 miles of beautiful world-renowned coastline. We can offer career defining roles to transform and improve services. By working with us, you can help deliver a vision of a thriving, world-class, prosperous and inclusive place for generations to come .

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BCP Council is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of the community and expects all staff and volunteers to share the same commitment . Applicants to this post will be required to complete the appropriate level of Disclosure & Barring Service Check.