Sports Assistant / Lifeguard (Part-time)

Role Description

We are looking for a committed, enthusiastic and determined person to join us and make York Sport a success for all our customers.   

Our mission is to inspire everyone to embrace active lifestyles, exercise and take part in sport and to offer the widest range of first class sport, health and fitness facilities, services and programmes in the city. We encourage everyone of all abilities to enjoy sport, with a huge range of pay-as-you-go and membership options to suit everyone.

As a Sport Assistant (Lifeguard) you will be highly motivated, with a commitment to delivering first class service to all York Sport’s users and an ability to contribute through fulfilling a wide range of practical duties, including lifeguarding.

If the successful applicant does not hold a current recognised lifeguarding certificate, the offer of employment will be subject to obtaining this within 6 months of commencing work.

You will possess an ability to work on your own initiative and a commitment to working within a team. A strong interest in sport and leisure activities and in delivering high quality service at all times is required.

The starting salary offered is £10,196.30 per annum. This is a part-time position for 18.5 hours per week.

Why Should You Apply?

• We offer 38 annual leave days, includes the public and bank holidays (pro rata)
• Car parking on premises is available and subject to competitive monthly fees
• We provide 10% discount at on-campus catering outlets and Nisa retail shops (T&Cs apply)
• We offer discounted postage services (National and International)
• We provide concession rates to use York winning sports facilities, York Sports Village and York Sports Centre
• We offer Competitive rates at Campus Nursery and Cycle to Work Schemes
• We offer discounted rates on local retailers and services that are exclusive to YCL

Please note that this advert may close at any time if a successful applicant is found.

York Commercial Ltd. (YCL) is a wholly-owned subsidiary of the University of York. The Head Office is situated at the University of York, Heslington, York, YO10 5DD. The successful candidate will be appointed on YCL terms and conditions of employment.

The University strives to be diverse and inclusive  – a place where we can ALL be ourselves.

We particularly encourage applications from people who identify as Black, Asian or from a Minority Ethnic background, who are underrepresented at the University. 

We offer family friendly, flexible working arrangements, with forums and inclusive facilities to support our staff. #EqualityatYork