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Are You Ready to Make a Difference in Your Community?

Join our dynamic Sport and Health Improvement team as a Leisure Support Assistant and be at the heart of creating safe, engaging, and positive environments for the public to enjoy physical activities. You will assist our team setup a variety of sports equipment whilst keeping the building safe and tidy. From time to time, you will be asked to cover other departments, so this really is a varied role.

Why This Role?

• Variety and Impact: You’ll be working to ensure that our facilities are well-maintained, safe, and ready for public use. Whether it’s setting up sports equipment, assisting customers, or ensuring the cleanliness of our venues, your role will be crucial in delivering high-quality services.
• Team Environment: Be part of a supportive and collaborative team, where your contributions are valued, and where you can make a real difference every day.
• Professional Growth: We are committed to your personal development. You’ll have access to ongoing training and development opportunities to enhance your skills and advance your career within the Sport and Health Improvement sector.

Key Responsibilities:

• Set up and take down sports equipment for various activities and events.
• Maintain the 3G surface driving a mechanical sweeper .
• Maintain the cleanliness and safety of leisure facilities, including both indoor and outdoor areas.
• Provide excellent customer service, assisting users with inquiries and ensuring their safety.
• Support and contribute to the overall goals of the Sport and Health Improvement team, working flexibly across different sites as needed.

What We’re Looking For:

• Essential Skills: A strong work ethic, the ability to work under pressure, and a commitment to delivering high-quality service. Basic first aid knowledge and an understanding of customer care are crucial.
• Physical Fitness: This role involves heavy lifting and manual handling, so a good level of physical fitness is required.
• Flexibility: The ability to work evenings, weekends, around current commitments.

Ready to Apply?

If you're enthusiastic, self-motivated, and ready to make a real impact, we want to hear from you! Please apply below to take the first step to joining the team at Wakefield Council.