Swimming Pool Supervisor Plus

Butlin's Conferences & Events; Bognor Regis; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

Butlin's Conferences & Events seeks a Supervisor Plus to act as the on‑site operational lead, ensuring daily plans are executed, tasks are completed, and guests enjoy an outstanding experience.

The role covers accommodation on intake days and requires flexibility across departments to maintain standards, drive add‑on sales, and coach the team to achieve targets while upholding brand guidelines.

Qualifications

• Experience leading a team in hospitality or resort operations.
• Experience delivering audits and ensuring safety/compliance.
• Strong guest‑facing service mindset with a focus on quality outcomes.

Responsibilities

• Be the operational hands‑on lead ensuring tasks and objectives are delivered by the team in your area.
• Coach the team to hit targets such as upselling and promotions.
• Carry out audits and ensure compliance in accommodation and other departments.
• Maintain clear communication from Managers to teams and ensure plans are executed.
• Monitor guest feedback, act on issues, and uphold brand standards.

Skills

Team leadership

Guest service focus

Audits & compliance

Communication skills

Job description

The Supervisor Plus role is new to Butlin's and presents an amazing opportunity. This individual will be the main point of contact for team during their working day and the individual ensuring that standards are checked and compliance is high across the department. They are the hands on operational driver of success.
Reporting to the Manager, the Supervisor Plus will ensure daily operational plans are fulfilled by ensuring that relevant tasks and objectives are being carried out by the team and that team are in the right place at the right time to ensure we can manage fluctuating guest demand whilst keeping operational standards and guest experience high.
The Supervisor Plus will cover accommodation primarily on our intake days on Monday and Friday and will work flexibly across departments where needed for the remainder of the week, focusing attentions where we need to ensure standards are high and our that our guests receive an amazing experience. The Monday and Friday requirement in accommodation is the minimum, but the Supervisor Plus may support outside of these days based on operational requirements.
You will support and coach the team to ensure the deliver a great experience and are also driving any key targets such as add on sales or promotions.

All Supervisor Plus Accountabilities

• Be the operational hands on person, ensuring that team are working effectively on all key tasks and objectives. This will vary based on the department you are based.
• Ensuring team are being coached to deliver key targets linked to the department – e.g. retail upselling
• Responsibility for CAFF audits in accommodation
• Responsibility for other departmental audits based on the area based e.g. sales targets/ perfect serve etc.
• Driving add on sales and promotions where appropriate
• Ensuring all stock/ proposition is available for guests.
• Monitoring consistent delivery of a quality guest experience in line with brand/venue guidelines.
• Ensuring any guest feedback is captured.
• Monitors NPS and takes action where possible on guest feedback.
• Coach and develop the team to ensure departmental plans are met.
• Be a champion of the Butlin’s Values and Leadership Behaviours.
• Ensure we always have a focus on RPRPRT in the way we rota team.
• Be the champion for communication in your area, ensuring that key communication is always delivered from Managers to teams and that plans are executed effectively.
• Build and maintain strong relationships across the resort, other resorts, and Butlins central support teams.
• Responsibility, where required, for people support of the department, including all people tasks from onboarding through the employee life cycle. Employee life cycle refers to PDP’s, performance management, required training, and any formal HR process.
• Be the front facing, operational delivery responsible person – turning audits and observations into action.

Supervisor Plus – Splash

Key Focus Areas Outside of Accommodation

In Addition To Their Accommodation Responsibilities, The Supervisor Plus Will Support The Smooth And Guest‑focused Operation Of Our Splash Pool. The Following Areas Outline The Key Expectations For This Part Of The Role:

Pool Operations

• Supervise the day-to-day operation of the swimming pool and associated leisure facilities.
• Ensure the pool area operates in line with health, safety and safeguarding procedures.
• Conduct regular poolside supervision and ensure lifeguarding coverage at all times.
• Support the delivery of pool activities, sessions and guest experiences.
  

Team Leadership

• Supervise and support lifeguards and pool team members during shifts.
• Provide guidance, coaching and on-the-job training.
• Allocate daily duties and ensure adequate staffing levels.
• Support recruitment, onboarding and performance management where required.
  

Health & Safety

• Ensure compliance with relevant safety legislation and industry standards (e.g., pool safety operating procedures).
• Carry out routine safety checks of the pool, plant room and surrounding areas.
• Respond to emergencies and incidents in line with emergency action plans.
• Maintain accurate records including pool tests, safety checks and incident reports.
  

Guest Experience

• Deliver a friendly and welcoming environment for guests.
• Support guests with queries and ensure safe use of facilities.
• Deal professionally with guest feedback or concerns.
• Promote a positive, family-friendly atmosphere.
  

Splash Standards

• Maintain high standards of cleanliness and presentation throughout the pool area.
• Ensure equipment is safe, maintained and stored correctly.
• Work closely with maintenance teams regarding any technical or facility issues.
  

Supervisor Plus – Sports & Activities

Key Focus Areas Outside of Accommodation

In Addition To Their Accommodation Responsibilities, The Supervisor Plus Will Support The Smooth And Guest‑focused Operation Of Our Sports And Activities Proposition. The Following Areas Outline The Key Expectations For This Part Of The Role:

Activity Program Delivery

• Support the planning and delivery of a varied sports and activities program suitable for guests of all ages.
• Lead and supervise activity sessions such as sports tournaments, family games, fitness classes, and outdoor activities.
• Ensure all sessions are delivered safely, professionally, and in line with resort standards.
• Encourage guest participation and create an inclusive and enjoyable environment.
  

Team Supervision

• Supervise sports and activities team members during shifts.
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