Leisure Assistant

Aberdeenshire Health and Social Care Partnership; Laurencekirk; On-site; GBP 60,000 - GBP 80,000; Part time

Job summary

A local health and social care authority in Laurencekirk is looking for a part-time Leisure Assistant to ensure the safe operation of recreational facilities. The position, lasting 9.25 hours per week, requires a commitment to quality service delivery and adherence to safety regulations, particularly working with children and protected adults. Candidates must undergo necessary background checks and provide a recent employment reference. The contract offers a salary of £6,491 annually.

Qualifications

• Must undergo a PVG Scheme update check.
• Minimum of one reference required from current or recent employer.

Responsibilities

• Deliver the safe operation of recreational facilities.
• Commit to quality service delivery through continuous improvement.
• Ensure compliance with safety regulations for work with Children and/or Protected Adults.

Job description

# Leisure Assistant - DryRef no:: ABS46421Published:: 05/02/2026Closes:: 19/02/2026Location:: Mearns Sports Centre, Aberdeen Road, Laurencekirk, AB30 1ZJSalary:: £6,491 per yearContract Type:: PermanentPosition Type:: Part TimeHours:: 9.25 hours per week## Job DescriptionDeliver the safe operation of recreational facilities, excluding swimming pool.There is a responsibility for the post holder to demonstrate a commitment to quality service delivery through continuous improvement for the benefit of the Service and the organisation.**Informal Enquiries to: Barry McGillvray - 07876392217**For more information about living and working in Aberdeenshire, please clickPlease feel free to read our guidance on and how to requestA Privacy Notice giving you information on the data we hold on you, what we do with that data, who we share your data with and your rights under GDPR is available . Alternatively, we can send a copy if you ask us to by emailing [e-mail]## RequirementsThis post is regulated work with Children and/or Protected Adults under the Protection of Vulnerable Groups (Scotland) Act 2007. The preferred candidate will be required to join the PVG Scheme or undergo a PVG Scheme update check. Where an individual has spent a continuous period of 3 months or more out with the UK in the last 5 years, an Overseas Criminal Record Check will be required. You will be required to provide this check. A confirmed offer of employment and commencement in the post will be subject to the outcome of both these pre-employment checks being deemed satisfactory. This post has a minimum requirement of one reference, which must be your current or most recent employer.Aberdeenshire Council appreciates the value of a diverse workforce. We adopt inclusive practices, transparent policies and foster a culture built on mutual respect.## Job Attachments* Share this job posting via Email### Advertisement