Job Description

Job reference
REQ0001324
Date posted
01/09/2025
Application closing date
14/09/2025
Location
Bede Sixth College Billingham TS23 3HB
Salary
7.55 - 12.21 per hour (E1-E3)
Package
Hourly paid - variable hours
Contractual hours
0
Basis
Part time
Job category/type
Support

Job description

Who we are?

Located in the heart of the Tees Valley, Bede Sixth Form College is thriving and continues to build on its success. We are proud to have recently achieved an

Outstanding

rating from Ofsted. As a leading provider of Further Education, we are dedicated to delivering exceptional teaching and support to our students, empowering them to reach their highest potential. Our innovative and destination driven Sixth Form offers a wide range of both A-level and vocational provision to the community.



We are part Education Training Collective (Etc.), which is of a group of colleges in the Tees Valley; Stockton Riverside College, Redcar and Cleveland College, Bede Sixth Form College, NETA Training and Innersummit. Our staff are skilled, high performing and committed to our learners and to the Group's vision,

'ONE Etc. - Fuelling ambition and driving success in a resurgent Teesside and beyond.

We are looking for candidates who share this commitment.



An exciting opportunity has arisen for an Hourly Paid Leisure Assistant to join our Sports Centre team reporting to our Sports Centre Manager. You will be joining a friendly and hardworking team who continues to deliver excellent sporting provision to our local community during commercial hours on an evening and weekend. This role follows a flexible, ad-hoc working pattern, with hours varying according to business needs and mutual agreement. Hours will be provided in advance and work on a 2-week rota shift pattern.



As a Leisure Assistant with Bede Sixth Form College, you will be responsible for ensuring that our customers always receive a high standard of customer service. You will be required to set up equipment on time for sporting activities to take place, whilst always providing a clean and safe environment for our customers during their visit. On occasions you will be required to use the Epos booking system with cash handling and key holding responsibilities, and training will be provided.



The ideal candidate will be organised, approachable, enthusiastic, be able to work in a team working to a high level, have excellent IT with problem solving skills and willing to learn and develop to ensure that the Sports Centre continues to be a fantastic sporting hub within the community.



Previous customer service or leisure experience including cash handling and key holding responsibilities will be an advantage, however full training will be provided. We can offer the successful candidate the opportunity to work and develop within a supportive and motivated team committed to continuous improvement.

Why Join Us?

We are proud that 93% of our staff tell us that Etc. is a Great Place to Work. At Etc. we reward and support our colleagues in many different ways, including remuneration, training and so much more - we've listed a few examples of what you can expect when you join our team:


Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS) with 15.2% Employer Contribution Enhanced Occupational Sick Pay Scheme Enhanced Maternity, Paternity and Adoption Scheme Free on-site parking Career development opportunities for progression Comprehensive Health and Wellbeing programme Employee Assistance Programme (free counselling support for staff, available 24/7 365 days per year) Free gym memberships/discounted memberships (dependent on site) Staff Discounts Package- Save on your weekly shop with discounts and savings at a number of retailers including groceries, electronics, clothing, homeware and much more https://thanking-you.rewardgateway.co.uk/Authentication/Start Better Health at Work Scheme - Etc. has achieved the Continuing Excellence Better Health at Work award Wellbeing Days (in addition to annual leave) Discounted Hair and Beauty treatments available

Schedule

This role follows a flexible, ad-hoc working pattern, with hours varying according to business needs and mutual agreement. Hours will be provided in advance and work on a 2-week rota shift pattern. Evening and weekend work will be required.



If you believe you have the necessary skills, commitment and determination to succeed and would relish the opportunity to work with us, then we would LOVE to hear from you.



The closing date for receipt of completed applications is

midnight 14

th

September 2025.

Shortlisted candidates will be required to provide details of all unspent convictions and those that would not be filtered, prior to the date of the interview. Successful applicants will be required to undertake an enhanced disclosure by the DBS.



If you are unsure whether you need to disclose criminal information, you should seek legal advice or you may wish to contact Nacro or Unlock for impartial advice. There is more information on filtering and protected offences on the Ministry of Justice website. Nacro - https://www.nacro.org.uk/criminal-record-support-service/ or email helpline@nacro.org.uk or phone 0300 123 1999 Unlock - http://hub.unlock.org.uk/contact/ phone 01634 247350 text 07824 113848.



We are committed to being an inclusive and welcoming place to work, promoting equality of opportunity and access for all, irrespective of age, background, race, gender, religion, ability, disability or sexuality. We encourage applications from diverse candidates and make recruitment decisions based on skill and experience. We are a disability-confident committed employer.



Safeguarding is also priority for the group and we have key policies and systems which help to make the group a safe place for learners and staff. The purpose of these policies is to provide clear guidance regarding Safeguarding responsibilities throughout the group, including the Prevent Duty. To read more, please visit https://www.the-etc.ac.uk/policies/safeguarding/


note we do not accept CVs or late applications, no agencies please

All applications must be completed via our website

https://www.the-etc.ac.uk/join-our-team/