Operations Manager - Full Time - Chipping Campden Leisure Centre

TN United Kingdom; Chipping Campden; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking an Operations Manager to lead a vibrant leisure centre in Chipping Campden. This role involves managing health and safety, facility operations, and staff, ensuring a welcoming environment for community engagement. The ideal candidate will have a passion for leisure services, strong leadership skills, and the ability to thrive under pressure. With full training and career progression opportunities available, this position offers a fulfilling chance to make a positive impact in the local community while enjoying a dynamic work environment.

Benefits

My Staff Shop discount scheme

Discounted staff membership

Incremental holidays

24/7 Employee Assistance Programme

Company pension

Insurance and savings schemes

Cycle-to-work scheme

Car Leasing scheme

Fully funded training

Qualifications

• Experience at Assistant Manager level or higher in a medium to large operation.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and lead a team.

Responsibilities

• Lead health & safety, facility management, and quality management.
• Manage poolside operations and staff team.

Skills

Problem Solving

Organizational Skills

Customer Service

Staff Management

Time Management

Microsoft Office Suite

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Operations Manager - Full Time - Chipping Campden Leisure Centre, Chipping Campden

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Posted:

02.05.2025

Expiry Date:

16.06.2025

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Job Description:

Do you want to make a difference within your local community, supporting people to improve their lives through leisure?

If you feel driven to inspire people to be more active, improve their wellbeing, and would like a job that will make a real difference to local people's lives, then Freedom Leisure is the place for you!

We are a not-for-profit leisure trust with a strong purpose and commitment to support our local communities and hard-to-reach groups, encouraging them to become more active and contributing to improved lives. From swimming lessons to walking football and everything in-between, we are dedicated to providing fun and welcoming sessions to support the whole community to be active, both within our leisure centres and in the local community.

An outstanding opportunity has arisen to join our Senior Management Team as the Operations Manager at the Chipping Campden Leisure Centre in Cotswolds, working for Freedom Leisure, one of the fastest-growing and successful leisure and cultural trusts in the UK.

The Operations Manager will lead on health & safety, facility management, cleaning, and quality management of the entire centre, as well as managing the poolside operation and staff team.

The post holder will be part of the Centre Management team and contribute to the overall direction of the centre. Management roles will include working on a shift rota and Duty Manager shifts throughout the week, including weekends and evenings.

You should already be working at Assistant Manager level or higher within a medium to large operation. The ideal candidate will have the ability to manage multiple priorities, build, lead, and motivate staff, and have a passion for leisure and cultural services and events. The ability to meet tight deadlines under pressure is essential.

We provide full training and great potential for career progression. With over 100 facilities across England and Wales, many of our staff have built successful careers with us because they love making a positive impact in their communities and enjoy the variety of the role.

Note: In the event of high application volume, the post may close early. Please apply promptly if interested.

Hours: 37 hours a week, Monday to Sunday (Rota basis)

Requirements

• Experience in problem solving, organizational skills, customer service, and staff management
• Understanding of staff training and development needs
• Awareness of industry developments, trends, and research
• Commercial awareness to contribute to a successful and financially viable operation
• Passion for the industry demonstrated through ongoing professional development
• Good computer skills including Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook
• Team-oriented approach, capable of working across organizational boundaries and supporting colleagues
• Excellent time management skills to handle multiple priorities
• Ability to work flexibly with autonomy and decision-making confidence

Benefits include:

• My Staff Shop discount scheme
• Discounted staff membership (including family)
• Incremental holidays
• 24/7 Employee Assistance Programme
• Company pension
• Insurance and savings schemes
• Cycle-to-work and Car Leasing schemes
• Fully funded training and career progression opportunities

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Created on 02/05/2025 by TN United Kingdom