Sports Centre Receptionist

The University of Salford; Salford; On-site; GBP 27,000 - 28,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Pension scheme

32 days leave + holidays

Professional development

Job summary

Join us at The University of Salford’s Sports Centre as a part-time Sports Centre Receptionist. You will report to the Front of House Duty Manager and perform lifeguard duties, first aid, and customer service duties.

Responsibilities include managing bookings/payments via the Leisure Management System, signing up members, and assisting with events or activities across university facilities.

Qualifications

• NPLQ qualification is essential.
• Customer-focused approach with strong communication.
• Ability to handle bookings and payments via the Leisure Management System.

Responsibilities

• Carry out Swimming Pool Lifeguard duties for health and safety.
• Administer first aid and respond to incidents.
• Develop and maintain high standards of customer service.
• Manage bookings and payments using the Leisure Management System.
• Complete membership sign-ups and build rapport with customers.
• Assist in events/activities and set up/dismantle equipment.
• Keep facility equipment clean and tidy.

Skills

Customer service

Communication

Health and safety

Education

NPLQ qualification

Tools

Leisure Management System

Job description

Organization Student Experience and Support, University of Salford

Salford, United Kingdom (On-site)

Job Info

• Job Identification 1020
• Posting Date 09/21/2026, 09:07 AM
• Apply Before 09/27/2026, 10:55 PM
• Job Schedule Part time
• Contract Type Permanent
• Duration of FTC 0.4
• Salary From £26,707
• Salary To £27,319
• DBS required Yes
• Driving Required No

Join us at The University of Salford as a Sports Centre Receptionist and be part of Team Salford, and one of the UK's fastest growing universities.

We are looking for enthusiastic and customer-focused people to join our team in an exciting opportunity at The University of Salford’s Sports Centre. You will report to the Front of House Duty Manager and have responsibility for carrying out swimming pool lifeguard duties, facility tours, and setup for a variety of sports activities.

We are looking for people who will contribute to a professional, safe, and enjoyable customer experience for everyone in our Sports Centre.

Our indoor Sports Centre is located on the Peel Park Campus and features:

• 25 metre swimming pool with sauna and spa
• Fitness suites consisting of cardiovascular, resistance, weights, and strength and conditioning rooms
• 2 squash courts
• Fitness studio
• 6-court sports hall

In This Sports Centre Receptionist Role You Will

• Carry out Swimming Pool Lifeguard duties for the health and safety of facility users and staff (NPLQ Qualification must be held to undertake this)
• Administer first aid
• Play a key role in developing and maintaining high standards of customer service
• Manage and champion the use of our Leisure Management System to take bookings and payments for facility usage
• Complete membership sign-ups and build a rapport with new and existing customers.
• Assist in any development / promotion / organisation of events / activities at any University Sports facility
• Set up and dismantle equipment for events / activities / functions, etc.
• Clean and tidy facility equipment

Please note that a National Pool Lifeguard Qualification (NPLQ) is essential for this role.

What’s in it for you?

• Competitive salary - and excellent pension scheme
• An impressive 32 days leave - plus bank holidays, additional time off at Christmas and the opportunity to buy even more!
• Professional development we offer a comprehensive package of training and development opportunities to help you achieve your full potential
• Our community - there's a real sense of belonging here at Salford. We value diversity, in backgrounds and in experiences. Our difference makes us stronger, and together we share a passion for improving students' lives
• The perks! - MySalford, our online employee portal offers a wide range of lifestyle benefits and discounts
• Please note this opportunity may close early depending on applicant volume.**

About Us

Job Description

Join us here in Salford and be part of one of the UK’s fastest growing universities. At Salford, you’ll find a career that works for you, with flexible working, great benefits, generous annual leave and continuous professional development.

All our people are important to us, and we have services dedicated to your mental and physical wellbeing from an Employee Assistance Programme to discounted gym membership. All of this on either our Peel Park campus or our MediaCity campus, at the heart of a world-renowned digital and media hub.

We value diversity — in backgrounds and in experiences. Our difference makes us stronger, and together we share a passion for improving students’ lives. We have a commitment to be Net Zero by 2038 and embed sustainability in all aspects of university life.

And, most importantly, we offer you a rewarding career. A career where everything you do will make a difference – to the students, our local community and the world around you.

At the University of Salford you’ll join a place to be inspired, connect and thrive. Find out more about a career that works for you at www.salford.ac.uk/jobs.