Leisure Assistant

Durham University, Neville's Cross, County Durham

Leisure Assistant

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Durham University, Neville's Cross, County Durham

  • Full time
  • Permanent
  • Onsite working

, 7 Nov | Get your application in now before you're too late!

Closing date: Closing date not specified

job Ref: 0b5c9b114e7d41e3a0882d15fbf6736c

Full Job Description

As a Department, the Student Enrichment Directorate is striving to play a pivotal role in developing, delivering and transforming a Wider Student Experience that is as impactful as anything in the world. We remain steadfast in our core commitment to accelerating the growth of far-reaching and market-leading programmes across performance, participation and community outreach, whilst fostering a culture that safeguards academic excellence. We are guided by the belief that an investment in the Wider Student Experience is ultimately an investment in the quality of graduates that the University produces and are motivated by the opportunity to engage and inspire the next generation of talent. In doing so, we feel confident that we are making a positive contribution to the development of rounded, global citizens.

The postholder will work as part of a leisure team to deliver the highest possible standards of service and customer care to sports facility users, both indoors and outdoors. The role of Leisure Assistant is a key frontline post in ensuring this objective is maintained. The role involves an element of physical manual handling which can include lifting and transporting equipment.

The postholder will be required to work evenings, weekends and unsociable hours as part of a rota. Hours will vary Monday to Sunday 6.30 to 22.30.

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