Swimming Manager - Kingston Upon Thames, London

We are Places for People Group, we're a social enterprise that believes it's people that make a community. That's why we build homes and deliver services for everyone in the community to thrive. At Places Leisure we are changing lives by creating active places and healthy people for communities to thrive, and we want to be the UK's leading health and wellbeing enabler.

We aren't your typical company. We apply the same philosophy to our People as we do to our communities, ensuring our team is appreciated and supported. At Places for People, you're more than just a number - you're part of our cause.

More about your role

We are currently recruiting for a Swimming Manager to join our team. As a Swimming Manager you will be responsible for maximising the commercial and participation growth of our swimming lesson and wet course programmes – leading the team to achieve monthly sales, financial and performance targets. You will need to ensure the programmes are operated in accordance with the Sport QMS manual and National Governing Body guidance.

More about you

We are looking for candidates who have previous experience within a similar role

To be successful in this role you will need to be commercially minded and have a real passion for the sector.  Strong organisational and communication skills are a must have for this position, and candidates must have high levels of customer service.

Previous experience working with National Governing Bodies would be advantageous, in addition to a relevant Sports Development / Coaching qualification. 

Benefits

We are a large, diverse and ambitious business, which will give you all the challenge you could wish for.

We know that there's always more we can do to make you smile, that's why we offer a comprehensive benefits package with each role, yours will include:

• We align with the Real Living Wage foundation
• A bonus scheme for all colleagues at 2%
• Full Health & Fitness membership for you, a nominated adult and up to 4 juniors
• Flexible working (including part time working, shift work and more)
• An opportunity to purchase additional annual leave
• Lots of opportunity to access ongoing personal learning and development
• Access to our Company Pension scheme
• Cashback plan for healthcare costs – up to £500 saving per year
• Discounts of up to 50% on activities, centre shop and cafes
• Extra perks including huge discounts and offers from shops, cinemas and much more.

What's next?

If you meet the criteria and are ready to make the next step in your career then click apply. You will be redirected to our careers site where you can discover more about the role, read a full job description and apply directly to us.