Job Description
Huntingdonshire District Council (HDC) is passionate about providing high-quality services to our communities, residents and businesses. This means we must employ and retain the most talented and dedicated people.
Situated within the heart of the Cambridge-Peterborough Growth Area, Huntingdonshire is a beautiful district that boasts thriving market towns and many attractive villages, each with its own identity. We are an innovative and forward-thinking local authority whose residents are at the heart of our decision-making.
At HDC we want to employ staff who embody our icare values (Inspiring, Collaborative, Accountable, Respectful, Enterprising), all of which support our ultimate purpose of putting our customers first.
Job details
Are you looking to progress your career in the Leisure industry? If so, we have a fantastic opportunity for you to lead one of our Leisure Centres.
Are you passionate about health, fitness, and community well-being? We are currently seeking a Centre Manager to lead our vibrant leisure centre at Huntingdon.
As the driving force, you will oversee various service areas, from the gym floor to the swimming pool, ensuring a seamless and enjoyable experience for all our customers.
In this crucial role, you'll be responsible for inspirational leadership and direction to the centre's staff, fostering a culture of excellence, teamwork, and inclusivity. Along with managing the day-to-day operations, including staff scheduling, facility maintenance, and customer service, you'll also have the opportunity to develop and implement strategies to drive membership growth, retention, and engagement.
Using your experience in management within the leisure, hospitality, or related industry, you'll have strong leadership skills with the ability to motivate and manage a diverse team. With excellent communication and interpersonal skills, you'll be adept at resource management, budgeting and financial planning.
If you are a dynamic leader with a vision for excellence in leisure services, apply today to become a pivotal part of our team!
This role is subject to a DBS check.
An offer of employment is conditional upon having the right to work in the UK. Huntingdonshire District council does not hold a Sponsorship Licence and are unable to provide a Certificate of Sponsorship (CoS) or take over Sponsorship for any role.
To apply for this position please complete the application form .
The closing date is 9am 24 May 2024, however, this is a rolling campaign and we'll be reviewing applications on an on-going basis. We will close the advert early should we receive suitable applications, so please don't delay in applying!
Please note that the official closing date is as above, and will be the correct date. Some third-party websites may have different dates. Please refer to the HDC website for the official closing date to ensure you do not miss out on applying.
Working for the council
As an employer who values diversity of thought, we seek to employ candidates from a range of backgrounds in order to make our organisation more innovative. We are seeking candidates who are looking for their next career opportunity and are supportive employers, enabling our staff to work in an environment that produces high standards of work in an employee-led environment.
Equality, diversity and inclusion are at the heart of our recruitment and along with our values we are committed to creating an inclusive working environment, where diversity is valued and there is equality of opportunity. We therefore welcome applications from all sections of the community and we offer a range of benefits, including flexitime, to encourage a work-life balance.
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