Sports Centre Manager

Job Description

Opportunity to play a key role in the management and leadership of a first-class sports centre, part of one of the leading schools in the UK.Opened in September 2010, Uppingham School Sports Centre (USSC) is a fully dual-use facility and used by 1,300 public members as well as the School. Described by Lord Coe at its opening as world class, USSC has been designed to provide state-of-the-artsporting facilities for the schools pupils, as well as allowing access to local residents, sports clubs and other schools.The Sports Centre Manager will deliver a first class service to all stakeholders whilst maximising commercial opportunities and continuing to increase USSCs profitability.Sports Centre Manager Responsibilities Setting and communicating clear medium and long-term strategic and commercial plans for USSC Leading and motivating USSC staff and managing staff performance Ensuring the highest standards of customer service are delivered to clients Ensuring that USSC is compliant at all times with all relevant legislation and regulations Developing, managing and delivering an annual sales budget to maximise profit Developing and delivering an effective sales and marketing strategy for USSCThe ideal candidate will need significant experience as a senior manager in a customer-focused leisure environment, with experience of implementing sales and retention strategies. They will also need a proven record of meeting and exceeding sales/marketingtargets within a leisure environment. A higher education qualification or degree in sports or leisure management is equally important.In return, Uppingham School offer a range of benefits, which include: 50% contribution to premiums for Schools private health scheme Free Westfield Health Care Free membership of dual-use Sports Centre (£25 annual joining fee) Free staff lunches in term-time School fee discount for children of staff Retail, gym, supermarket, cinema and restaurant discounts (via Sodexo platform) Cycle to work scheme Employee Assistance Programme which provides a range of support including counselling and legal advice Occupational Health Services Free annual flu jabs Recognised as a Disability Confident employer Recognised as a Mindful employerFor further details about this opportunity and to apply, please click the apply button.The closing date for applications is 3 February 2022 at 9.00 amAbout Us:Founded in 1584, Uppingham is one of Britains leading co-educational independent boarding schools. Games and a full sporting curriculum form an integral part of school life at Uppingham. The playing fields and sports facilities cover approximately 56 acresover three sites and cater for multiple sporting activities throughout the whole year.Uppingham is committed to Equality, Diversity and Inclusion and welcomes applications from anyone who feels they could fulfil the role.Uppingham School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. Successful candidates must be willing to undergo full screening in accordance with Keeping Children Safe in Education (KSCiE), including an Enhanced Disclosure and BarringService check. Issues relating to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of pupils will be explored at interview.Hours: Full timeContract Type: PermanentSalary: Circa £35,000 per annum plus bonusLocation: UppinghamYou may have experience of the following: Sports Centre Manager, Leisure Centre Manager, General Manager, Education, School, Centre Manager, Team Leader, Assistant Manager, Deputy Manager, etc.