Operations Assistants

TN United Kingdom; Exeter; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

An exciting opportunity awaits at a prestigious university for sport-minded professionals to join as Operations Assistants. This role involves ensuring the safe operation of multiple sports facilities, delivering exceptional service, and maintaining cleanliness. Ideal candidates will possess a proactive attitude, strong teamwork skills, and an awareness of health and safety issues. The university, a member of the Russell Group, is committed to excellence in teaching and research, making this a rewarding environment for those who thrive in dynamic settings. Join a vibrant community and make a significant impact in the world of sports.

Benefits

39 days leave annually

Flexible working options

Discounts at leading retailers

Onsite gyms

Cycle-to-work scheme

Generous maternity and paternity leave policies

Qualifications

• Experience in similar environments and dealing with diverse customers is desirable.
• A proactive attitude and teamwork are important qualities for this role.

Responsibilities

• Ensure the safe and efficient operation of three sites.
• Deliver high standards of service and maintain cleanliness.

Skills

Customer Service

Health and Safety Awareness

Teamwork

Attention to Detail

Education

NPLQ Qualification

Level 2 Gym Qualification

Job description

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There are 5 full-time posts available to start immediately:

1 x permanent contract

4 x fixed-term contracts until 29 September 2024

Summary of the role/position

These exciting opportunities are for enthusiastic, sport-minded professionals to join our team as an Operations Assistant at the University of Exeter Sports Office.

This role is based at St Luke’s Sports Centre and Cornwall House Swimming Pool (seasonally), with an expectation to work at the Sports Park (Streatham Campus) when required. An NPLQ and/or Level 2 Gym qualification would be desirable but not essential.

Responsibilities include ensuring the safe and efficient operation of three sites, delivering high standards of service, lifeguarding (if qualified), equipment setup and takedown, supervising gyms, and maintaining cleanliness.

Experience in similar environments and dealing with diverse customers is desirable, along with awareness of health and safety issues.

A proactive attitude, attention to detail, teamwork, and a desire to succeed are important qualities for this role.

Please read the Job Description and Person Specification for full details.

About the University of Exeter

We are a member of the Russell Group of research-intensive universities, ranked in the top 200 worldwide (Times Higher Education and QS Rankings 2024). We excel in teaching and research, with a Gold rating in the Teaching Excellence Framework 2023 and high ratings for Student Experience and Outcomes.

Our research impact has grown significantly, and we host influential researchers tackling fundamental issues. Over 99% of our research is of international quality, with 47% being world-leading (2021 REF).

We actively engage with industry, business, and community partners to enhance research and education and improve employability. Learn about our Green Futures research and educational innovations. Located in a vibrant part of the UK, Exeter is a UNESCO Creative City.

Our Commitment to Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion

We ensure reasonable adjustments for interviews and workplaces. We welcome applications from underrepresented groups and value diversity as a strength. Our community includes over 30,000 students and 7,000 staff from 150 countries, fostering an inclusive environment supported by frameworks such as Athena SWAN, Race Equality Charter, and Stonewall Diversity Champion.

We are signatories of the Armed Forces Covenant and encourage applications from service members.

We offer benefits including:

• 39 days leave annually
• Flexible working options
• Discounts at leading retailers
• Onsite gyms and cycle-to-work scheme
• Generous maternity, adoption, shared parental, paternity leave policies, and Fertility Treatment Policy
• Stunning campuses in Exeter and Cornwall in the South West of England