Leisure Assistant - Sports Centre

Oxlip; Ipswich; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

A local educational trust in Ipswich is seeking a Leisure Assistant to provide operational support in the Sports Centre. The role requires a highly motivated individual who is customer-focused with strong communication skills and attention to detail. Three positions available with varying hours. Experience in a Sports Centre and a First Aid qualification are desirable but not essential. The successfully recruited individuals will contribute to the positive environment and help ensure a safe space for students and visitors.

Qualifications

• Highly motivated individual.
• Experience working in a Sports Centre is desirable but not essential.

Responsibilities

• Provide operational support in the Sports Centre.

Skills

Customer focused

Good communication skills

Attention to detail

Education

First aid qualification

Job description

At Oxlip Learning Partnership we value our staff and actively maintain a culture in which respect, empathy and honesty are the cornerstone of positive relationships throughout the Trust.

We promoteequality, diversity and inclusion in ourworkforce and encourageapplications from all sections of society. W e are always keen to hear from talented professionals, at all stages of their career, who believe they can support us in achieving our vision.

We believe that staff wellbeing is at the heart of effective and efficient teachers, leaders and support staff, creating an environment in which they and our children can thrive and learn.

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Leisure Assistant - Sports Centre

Location:

Oxlip Learning Partnership,Copleston High School

Job Type:

£12.56 per hour

Hours:

Post 1: 20.5 hours, Post 2: 18.34 hours, Post 3: 9 hours May be able to combine hours for the right candidate.

Interview Date:

19/01/26

Closing Date:

12/01/26

Required as soon as possible

Copleston High School is a popular 11-18 mixed comprehensive noted for its caring and disciplined atmosphere. It was judged as a ‘good school’ by Ofsted in December 2023. As a school we are committed to raising standards of learning and teaching within all subject areas. Applicants will be impressed by the behaviour, ethos and outcomes of students across the school.

We are looking for Leisure Assistants who can provide operational support in the Sports Centre. You should be highly motivated individual, who is customer focussed and has good communication skills with an eye for attention to detail. Experience working in a Sports Centre and a First aid qualification is desirable but not essential.

Post 1: 20.5 hours a week

• Monday 14:30-22:30 Thursday 15:30-22:30 Saturday 8:00 – 15:30

Post 2: 18.34 hours a week

• Tuesday 16:30-22:30 Thursday 16:00-22:30 Friday 16:00 – 22:30

Post 3: 9 hours a week

• Monday 17:30 – 22:30 Sunday 12:30 – 16:30

Additional hours (e.g. covering staff and school holiday lettings) may be available on an ad hoc basis. Combining posts may be a possibility for the right candidate.

CLOSING DATE: 9am Monday 12 th January 2026

INTERVIEW DATE: Week commencing 19 th January 2026

We encourage early applications as this role may close before the stated deadline once a suitable number of candidates have applied.

The Oxlip Trust is committed to safeguarding and protecting the children and young people that we work with. As such, all posts are subject to safer recruitment process, including the disclosure of criminal records, online checks and other vetting checks. We ensure that we have a range of policies in place which promote safeguarding and safer working practice across our schools. Child protection training will also need to be undertaken.

Additional Information:

For additional information about the Trust and this school, please visit our website www.copleston.suffolk.sch.uk . Oxlip Learning Partnership promotes equality, diversity and inclusion in its workforce and encourages applications from all sections of society. We are always keen to hear from talented professionals, at all stages of their career, who believe they can support us in achieving our vision.

‘The school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment’