Sports Centre Assistant

The Independent Schools Council; Leatherhead; Hybrid; GBP 15,000 - 16,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Generous holiday entitlement

Pension scheme

Free parking

Free lunch during term time

Job summary

The Independent Schools Council is seeking a proactive Sports Centre Assistant to join our team on a one-year fixed-term, year-round contract. The role covers a three-week rolling rota, averaging 16 hours per week with some overtime, and supports the safe, efficient operation of our School’s Sports Centre for pupils, staff, visitors and external users.

You will bring strong communication and interpersonal skills, a professional, friendly approach, and the ability to work independently while

Qualifications

• Experience delivering customer-focused service in a busy community or school setting.
• Strong verbal and written communication across diverse audiences.
• Ability to work independently, prioritise tasks, and maintain a proactive approach.

Responsibilities

• Support the safe, efficient and effective operation of the School’s Sports Centre.
• Ensure high quality facilities and services for pupils, staff, visitors and external users.
• Willingness to undertake training and work flexible hours are essential.

Skills

Customer service

Communication skills

Job description

This is a one-year fixed-term, year-round position working on a three-week rolling rota, averaging 16 hours per week with an additional 3 hours of overtime (at standard rate) on the third week of the rota. The role is offered at a range of £15,269 – £15,907 per annum pro rata, final salary will be confirmed dependent on experience. We also offer excellent benefits including generous holiday entitlement, pension scheme, free parking and free lunch during term time.

We are looking for a proactive and customer-focused Sports Centre Assistant to join our Sports Centre team. This is a varied and hands‑on role supporting the safe, efficient and effective operation of the School’s Sports Centre, ensuring high quality facilities and services are provided to pupils, staff, visitors and external users.

The ideal candidate will have strong communication and interpersonal skills, a professional and friendly approach, the ability to work independently and prioritise tasks effectively, and a commitment to delivering an excellent service to the School community. A willingness to undertake training and work flexible hours is essential.

This is a fantastic opportunity to join a fun, forward‑thinking School which is committed to academic excellence; continual development of staff; and innovative teaching and learning strategies. This is within the context of outstanding pastoral care and co‑curricular provision to ensure the best possible holistic pupil experience.

Closing date: 9.00am, Monday 28 September

Interviews will be held week commencing 28 September