Sport & Fitness Assistant
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Position Overview & Specifications
The purpose of the role is:
- To provide the supervision for users and visitors within relevant areas of the Fitness facilities and operations
- Assisting in the day-to-day operation of the Sports Centre to include opening and closing the
building.
- Act as a sports coach and fitness instructor.
- To ensure that all appropriate areas of operation and equipment are safe for use at all times as set out in the departmental guidelines, reporting any anomalies and taking appropriate action accordingly
- Oversight of Health & Safety whilst on duty
- Preparation of the facilities: Set up and take-down of equipment
- Conduct regular maintenance and safety checks of equipment
- Co-ordinate sport and fitness activities of staff, students, AU, SU, resident tutors and other
users
- Undertake other administrative duties as appropriate
Key tasks and responsibilities include:
- Assist in the day-to-day operation of the Sports Centre to include opening and closing the
Building.
- Act as a coach/fitness instructor
- To provide exercise classes/courses and small group instruction where appropriately qualified/experienced to do so
- To carry out fitness tests, induction and supervise a fitness development programme for members
- To instruct customers and provide personalised exercise programmes as required
- To maintain customer records and associated database as necessary
- To deal with customer enquiries and maintain relevant administrative procedures
- To apply basic first aid
- Oversee Health & Safety within the Sports Centre and including external pitches, tracks and sports areas. Keep records as appropriate
- Undertake regular safety checks of equipment: keep records as appropriate
- Co-ordinate and manage sport and fitness activities of staff, students, AU, SU, resident tutors
and other users.
- Work with the academics, and the Manager, to manage use by external clubs and teams.
- Engage with tutors and students in practical work and project work
- Assist with Open Days, Applicant Days, Taster Days and other university events
- Conduct satisfaction surveys
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Salary: £20,400.00-£22,149.00 per year
Benefits:
- Company pension
- Cycle to work scheme
- Gym membership
- On-site parking
Schedule:
- 8 hour shift
- Day shift
- Weekend availability
Education:
- Bachelor's (preferred)
Experience:
- Personal Training: 1 year (preferred)
Work Location: One location
Reference ID: 6HPS3
Candidate Selection & Onboarding Process
Application & Resume Screening
Submit your tailored CV/Resume directly to the talent acquisition portal.
Technical & Competency Interviews
Virtual interviews with the hiring manager and multidisciplinary team.
Formal Offer & Benefits Negotiation
Written agreement outlining compensation, equity, retirement vesting, and relocation allowances.
Onboarding & Corporate Integration
Equipment provisioning, team orientation, and commencement of duties.
United Kingdom Right to Work & Skilled Worker Visa Guide
Employment in the United Kingdom requires legal Right to Work verified under the Home Office Points-Based Immigration System:
Sponsoring employers must hold an active Home Office A-rated Sponsor License and assign a valid Certificate of Sponsorship (CoS). Role must meet the general minimum salary threshold (£38,700) or occupation going rate.
Continuous employment under Skilled Worker status establishes eligibility for Indefinite Leave to Remain (ILR) after 5 continuous years, leading to British Citizenship.
Candidate Preparation Blueprint: General
Based on transatlantic hiring benchmarks for Sport & Fitness Assistant roles across Liverpool Hope University's corporate sector, successful applicants typically excel across three core dimensions:
Demonstrated portfolio evidence, architecture/system design case studies, or validated professional certifications directly applicable to General.
STAR method competency responses highlighting cross-functional leadership, conflict resolution, and delivering measurable enterprise ROI under tight timelines.
Total compensation expectation aligned within the benchmarked £20,400 - £22,149 bracket, including retirement vesting and health parity.
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