Sports Staff

Kings Active Foundation; Remote; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading charity organization is seeking Sports Staff to join their team on Royal Caribbean cruises. This role involves coordinating and instructing sports activities for guests of all ages. Ideal candidates will have a sports or fitness education background and experience in customer service and coaching. With responsibilities in safety and guest engagement, this position promises the opportunity for adventure and travel while making a difference in guests' experiences.

Benefits

Competitive salary ($2,260 per month)

Medical expenses covered on board

Tickets covered by the company

Opportunities for travel

Qualifications

• 1-2 years of physical fitness and/or sports coaching experience.
• Experience leading recreational sports for large groups.
• Master of Ceremonies experience or childcare experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Delivering a Sports programme experience for guests.
• Leading and participating in sports activities on board.
• Overseeing the operation of outdoor recreational activities.

Skills

Customer service skills

Problem-solving ability

Coaching experience

Fluency in Italian, German, or Spanish

Safety supervision

Education

Sports/Fitness/Health Education Degree or Diploma

Accredited CPR or first aid qualifications

Tools

Excel

Word

PowerPoint

Job description

Join the Royal Caribbean Sports Team

Love sport? Love travel? Be part of the Royal Caribbean sports crew. Inspire families, make memories, and travel the world.

Are you passionate about working with people of all ages and abilities and able to coordinate and instruct sports and activities for large groups and individuals? Do you have proven customer service skills, are enthusiastic, outgoing and resilient and have the ability to resolve problems then the Sports Staff role could be perfect for YOU!

Royal Caribbean leads with innovative, family-focused ships, powered by passionate crews committed to delivering excellence.

Sports Staff

Sports Staff are responsible for delivering an amazing Sports programme experience for guests on Royal Caribbean ships.

You’ll be part of an energetic and dynamic team providing opportunities to take part in some of the most thrilling recreational activities on the high seas!

You will lead and participate in a variety of Sports and Cruise Programme activities such as rock climbing, iFly, Flowrider, basketball and ping-pong, facilitating active sports sessions.

You’ll also hold safety and customer service responsibilities, overseeing the operation of outdoor recreational activities as well as engaging guests in fun and dynamic themed parties.

Experience

• 1-2 years’ of physical fitness and/or sports coaching experience in resorts or sports facilities
• Experience leading recreational sports and activities for large groups and individuals
• Experience delivering exceptional customer service to customers/clients/guests
• Master of Ceremonies experience or childcare experience preferred
• Knowledge of the rules of sports like basketball, volleyball, golf, pickleball, ping-pong, shuffleboard, etc.
• Experience in the operation and maintenance of the Flowrider or other similar water park equipment preferred
• Experience in rock climbing wall instruction

Qualifications

• Sports/Fitness/Health Education Degree or Diploma
• Accredited CPR or first aid qualifications
• Fluency in one of the following languages would be desirable: Italian, German or Spanish.
• Manual belay certification desired
• Digital skills and experience using software packages such as Excel, Word and PowerPoint

Rewards and Benefits

If the above isn’t enough to tempt you to join us, here’s a few key things you may want to know.

• Contract lengths are 29 weeks in duration
• This position is suited to those who have worked in a similar environment previously
• Competitive salary ($2,260 per month)
• Joining tickets covered by the company
• Medical expenses covered whilst on board
• Take your first career steps in the travel and tourism industry
• Form a worldwide network of lifelong friends
• Gain amazing travel experiences

Does this sound like your dream job? To apply for the Youth Staff role

Email your us with the following:

• The role you’re applying for
• An outline of your experience and why you meet the requirements for this role
• An up to date CV

Our initial screening process consists of:

• A phone or video call with our team to determine if you meet the requirements for the Sports Staff position
• If successful at pre screen, Kings Active Foundation will refer you to Royal Caribbean Group who will take you through their full recruitment process

About Us

Established in 1991, Kings Active Foundation is a UK registered charity with a vision of a world where children love being active, and a mission to get children active, having fun and learning together.

Through our years of experience, we help other organisation’s to recruit and train young people to work with children and sports coaching.

We’re an agreed Hiring Partner for Royal Caribbean Group