Sports and Grounds Assistant

Colleges Sport Limited; Cambridge; On-site; GBP 24,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

A regional sports service provider in Cambridge is seeking two customer-focused individuals for full-time positions in sports and fitness operations. Ideal candidates should have strong organizational skills and previous experience in a similar environment. Responsibilities include creating a welcoming atmosphere in sports facilities, assisting during busy event days, and supporting community sports programs. The roles involve variable shifts, including evenings and weekends, to meet operational demands.

Qualifications

• Previous work experience in a sports centre, leisure, or grounds environment.
• Confidence in using booking or similar IT systems.
• Helpful and positive attitude.

Responsibilities

• Create a safe, clean, and welcoming environment for users of sports facilities.
• Support operations during busy match and event days.
• Assist with organizing or delivering sports and fitness activities.

Skills

Customer service skills

Organisational skills

Communication skills

Time management skills

Job description

Closing date: 4 January 2026
Location: Cambridge
Region: East
Employment type: Full Time
Salary: £24,685 - £27,319

Description

The Sports Service is seeking two enthusiastic, pro-active and customer-focused individuals to join our friendly team as we expand to meet operational and business demand.

The ideal candidates will be passionate about sports and fitness operations, with a keen eye for detail and excellent customer service skills.

The role holders will be part of the team responsible for creating a safe, clean and welcoming environment for individuals, clubs and organisations using University sports and fitness facilities on a day-to-day basis.

They will also support the operation of busy match and event days at both external (hockey, athletics, tennis, rugby and cricket) facilities as well as at the University Sports Centre.

The role holders may also assist with organising or delivering some sports and fitness activities as part of our education and community programmes.

Candidates should have a helpful and positive attitude, excellent communication skills, possess strong organisational and time management skills, and be able to work confidently under their own initiative.

The ideal candidates will have previous work experience in a sports centre, leisure or grounds environment and be confident using booking or similar IT systems.

Training will be given in relation to the specific system used by the Sports Service.

The role covers all our sites including the University Sports Centre, Wilberforce Road Sports Ground, Fenner’s Cricket Ground, the Indoor Cricket School, the Real Tennis Club and the University Rugby Union Football Ground.

These full-time positions will follow a variable shift pattern, including early mornings, late evenings and weekends.