Recreational Facilities Assistant Level 2

British Blind Sport; Ipswich; Hybrid; GBP 10,000 - GBP 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A local sports organization in Ipswich is seeking a Level 2 Recreational Facilities Assistant to manage gym activities and support users. The role involves supervising the gym floor, conducting inductions, and managing equipment. Ideal candidates will have a Level 2 gym instructor qualification and must obtain DBS clearance. This position offers a variety of benefits, including flexible and hybrid working options, generous holiday pay, and professional development opportunities.

Benefits

Generous holiday entitlements

Pension scheme

Free swimming and gym membership

Flexible working options

Public transport discounts

Qualifications

• Minimum qualification of Level 2 gym instructor required.
• DBS clearance is necessary for this role.
• Ability to provide inductions and programmes.

Responsibilities

• Supervise the gym floor and support reception.
• Rig and derig equipment as needed.
• Handle general enquiries from users.

Skills

Gym supervision

Induction training

Equipment handling

Education

Level 2 gym instructor qualification

Job description

Recreational Facilities Assistant – Level 2

The role of a Level 2 Recreational Facilities Assistant with IpswichFit requires a minimum qualification of Level 2 gym instructor. Day‑to‑day responsibilities include supervising the gym floor, providing inductions and programmes, rigging and derigging equipment, and handling general enquiries while supporting reception.

Hours will be worked on a shift rota basis from Monday to Sunday, including Bank Holidays.

DBS clearance is required for this role.

Benefits include a good salary, a career‑grade average pension scheme, generous holiday and sick pay entitlements, subsidised parking for work and leisure, public transport discounts, free swimming and gym membership, cycle purchase scheme, ample personal and professional development opportunities, flexible and hybrid working, an Employee Assistance Programme, and the chance to work with great colleagues.

Location: Various Ipswich Borough Council Sports Centres, IP1 2DE.
Contact name: Shaun Jordan.
Phone: [phone].
Email: [e-mail].

If you require any assistance or reasonable adjustments during the application or recruitment process, please let us know so that the appropriate arrangements can be put in place.

Early applications are encouraged as we reserve the right to interview candidates who meet the essential criteria prior to the closing date and/or to close the opportunity to applicants once we receive sufficient applications.