Senior Recreational Assistant

Places for People Group is a social enterprise that builds homes and delivers services for people to thrive within their communities. At Places Leisure we change lives by creating active places and healthy people, and aim to be the UK’s leading health and wellbeing enabler. We apply the same philosophy to our people as we do to our communities – ensuring everyone is appreciated and supported.

At Places for People, you are more than just a number – you are part of a cause.

We are looking for a Senior Recreational Assistant to gain experience and take on some Duty Manager duties. You will help ensure the safe and efficient running of your centre, maintain a high profile with customers and operational staff, act as a mentor and role model, and support the training and development of staff.

• Ensure the safe and efficient running of the centre.
• Maintain a high profile with customers and operational staff.
• Act as a mentor and role model.
• Support training and development of staff.
• Maintain cleaning schedule and prepare areas and equipment.

• Excellent communication and social skills.
• Attention to detail with a focus on safety and cleanliness.
• Hard‑working, conscientious attitude with initiative.
• National Pool Lifeguard Qualification (NPLQ) with up‑to‑date training records (essential).
• National Pool Plant qualification is a plus but not essential.

• Real Living Wage foundation alignment.
• Full Health & Fitness membership for you, a nominated adult and up to four juniors.
• Flexible working (including part time, shift work and more).
• Opportunity to purchase additional annual leave.
• Ongoing personal learning and development opportunities.
• Company pension scheme access.
• Cashback plan for healthcare costs – up to £500 saving per year.
• Discounts of up to 50% on activities, centre shop and cafés.
• Extra perks including huge discounts and offers from shops, cinemas and more.

If you meet the criteria and are ready to take the next step in your career, apply via our simple 5‑minute application process. Upload a CV and a supporting statement demonstrating how you meet the requirements of the role. We may bring the closing date forward if we receive a large number of quality applications – apply immediately to avoid disappointment.

At Places for People, safeguarding is everyone's responsibility. We protect children, young people, and adults at risk from harm, abuse, and neglect. Our recruitment process includes pre‑employment checks, including DBS checks where applicable. Staff, volunteers, and contractors must uphold the highest standards of safeguarding and accountability and report concerns promptly.

Armed Forces Covenant – We guarantee an interview for candidates who are serving or have served in the Armed Forces, including reservist, veterans, cadet instructors, and military spouses/partners, provided they meet essential criteria.

Disability Confident – We are a Level 2 Disability Confident Employer. Disabled applicants who meet essential criteria for a vacancy are guaranteed an interview.

Neurodivergent – Neurodiverse applicants who meet criteria are guaranteed an interview.

• Mid‑Senior level

• Full‑time

• Other