Job title: Children’s Activities Assistant

Location:  Maidstone Leisure Centre

Working Hours: Casual, mainly weekends and school holidays, however there may be opportunities in the week as well

Salary: Up to £9.50 per hour (Up to £10.42 per hour from April) + excellent benefits

Serco manage the recruitment process on behalf of Maidstone Leisure Centre Trust and manage their employees in the delivery of leisure services. Maidstone Leisure Centre Trust will be your ultimate employer

Here at Maidstone Leisure Centre Trust and our partner Serco Leisure Operating Ltd our goal is to get more people, more active, more often. We provide affordable access to a wide range of sports and leisure facilities to support healthier and happier people across all segments of the local community. To deliver those services takes an enthusiastic and customer focused team - and right now we are looking to recruit for Children’s Activity Assistants to join our fun and vibrant team at our leisure centre.

In this role you will provide clean, safe, and properly supervised facilities and activities for the children of customers to the Leisure Centre, as well to be responsible for the smooth operational running of all types of parties the centre holds and provide party guests with first class levels of customer service at all times.

This is your chance to be involved in keeping children entertained and you will go home each day with a huge sense of satisfaction at the difference you have made.

We share your passion for leisure, and we will offer a safe, fun, and professional working environment with excellent development opportunities.  You will also receive a free gym membership to the facilities.

About you

To be considered for this role, you will have experience in dealing with high volumes of children and working in a busy customer-based environment.

You must be enthusiastic, resilient and be able to liaise professionally with parents, customers, and other members of the workforce, as well as being able to think on your feet and effectively communicate at all times and be willing to learn from others.  

This is a great opportunity to be part of something special and provide local children with a safe and fun place to play and develop skills. So, if you feel you are suitable and up to the challenge please apply as soon as possible.

Why Serco

Meaningful and vital work: Working within Leisure means that you’ll play a critical role in ensuring that the communities we serve receive exceptional service and you’ll help to provide our local communities with a safe and fun environment to stay healthy and connected to others. 

A world of opportunity: It takes a diverse team to support our Leisure business and we’re big on internal progression. So, whether you specialise your skills, undertake additional training or progress into senior management you’ll find all the opportunity you need to evolve your career. 

Great people: Our staff provide the best possible service for our customers and we welcome those who take similar pride in their work. 

What we offer

• Serco discounts which include cinema, merlin entertainment and online shopping discounts, cycle to work scheme and discounts on mobile phone plans and leisure centre memberships.
• Interesting, varied, and enjoyable work
• A company that recognises your contribution