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Recreation Assistant Apprentice

Pay: 105.00 per week
Location: Reading Hollybush Lane, Burghfield Common, RG7 3XP United Kingdom
Category: Entry Level
Available from: Immediately
Finishes on: Ongoing Position
Type of work: Full Time, Indoor , Daytime Work
Job reference: E02532610
Leisure / Hotels 2017-09-04 2017-12-04

Job Description

Summary

Willink Leisure centre are looking for enthusiastic and energetic candidates to work with them as an Recreation Assistant Apprentice and gain their Level 2 in Leisure Operations!

This is a 12-15 month apprenticeship, training will be provided to work towards a Level 2 in Leisure Operations and RLSS National Pool Lifeguard Qualification.

This will be a varied role within the club and your main duties will include:

* Preparing activity areas to include the safe setting up/dismantling of equipment and ensuring that all equipment is stored safely and securely when not in use.

* Monitoring and helping to maintain a safe and comfortable leisure centre environment by implementing organisational maintenance schedules.

* Ensuring the highest possible standards of hygiene and cleanliness are maintained by carrying out routine and other cleaning tasks when required.

* Assisting customers with enquires in a friendly and effective manner, proactively developing and maintaining high standards of customer care.

* Resolving customers problems, including situations where there is disagreement over the actions and outcomes involved.

* Working as part of a team to ensure the smooth operation of the facility.

* Following Normal and Emergency Operating Procedures.

* Accurately filling in forms or reports relating to their normal duties.

* Taking occasional responsibility for the induction and development of new members of staff.

* In a wet-side facility, supervising the safety of the swimming pool environment and working to prevent accidents and emergencies.

* Meeting the training and development requirements of the job role.

* Working within the job role description at this level, recognising the standards and professional limitations that this provides, referring to appropriate members of staff for guidance and support.

* Maintaining a safe pool environment through excellent lifeguarding practices

* Carrying out regular cleaning and maintenance regimes

* Preparation of activity area and equipment

* Attendance at regular pool training

A Recreation Assistant is responsible for the cleaning, preparation and general safety of areas in a sport and recreation facility. In wet-side facilities they will have a key responsibility for the safety of customers in the swimming pool and its surrounding areas. In dry-side facilities there may be a greater emphasis on the setting up, taking down and storage of equipment. In both cases Recreation Assistants are the first point of contact with customers and will need strong communication and social skills.

Through work experience, coaching, training and development (both practical and vocational), and from completing a structured learning programme to obtain work related qualifications, develop and demonstrate both an understanding of and capability to carry out the activities of a practising Leisure Assistant / Lifeguard.

To be considered for this role, you must be a strong and confident swimmer.
If you are invited to interview for this role you will be required to complete a swim test as part of the interview process, in order to be considered for the role you must be able to demonstrate you are able to do the following.


* Jump/dive into deep water

* Swim 50 metres in no more than 60 seconds

* Swim 100 metres continuously on front and back in deep water and then tread water for 30 seconds

* Surface dive to floor of pool (deepest part)

* Climb out unaided without ladders/steps and where pool design permits

If you are a strong swimmer, keen to learn and an enthusiastic team player Apply now.

Please note that the weekly wage reflects the maximum number of hours worked. If you work less than the maximum your weekly wage will be calculated at 3.50 per hour.

Requirements and Prospectus Desired skills

Strong Swimmers - Candidates will be required to work towards their NPLQ (National Pool Lifeguarding
Strong interest in the Sports and Leisure industry

Personal qualities

Ability to work within a team

Qualifications required

No Qualifications Required

Future prospects

On going development and training

Duration: 12-15 Months
Apprenticeship level: Intermediate Level Apprenticeship
Possible start date: 16 Oct 2017
Working week: 30-40 hours per week inc. evenings and weekends

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