Job Description

We currently have an exciting opportunity for a Leisure Letting Assistant to join our fantastic Estates team working between Chorlton High School and CHS South.

We're looking for:

A Leisure Lettings Assistant to focus on supporting the use of leisure and sports facilities by various groups and individuals at our Chorlton High School and CHS South sites. You will be the first point of contact for hirers and users, welcoming them, addressing any inquiries, and ensuring safety.



We require reliable and committed individuals, within the local area, who are able to work evening and weekends and be flexible around booking demands. You will ideally have previous experience in a customer facing role and great attention to detail. You will be required to carry out some heavy lifting e.g. moving of equipment and deliveries, setting up equipment for sporting events etc.



Due to the nature of the work, we can consider flexibility with hours and all year round or term time only arrangements. We are happy to consider appointing people on a job share basis to cover shift demands.



This is a Grade 3 position paying 13.80ph equivalent to 25,185 per annum FTE all year round.

Available shifts across both sites outlined below:

Monday Friday evenings 4pm -10pm

Saturday & Sunday 8.30am-4pm

This is a guide only, shifts may vary depending on demand, additional shifts may be available where cover is available.

Main purpose of the job:

In this customer facing role as Lettings Assistant you will act as a point of contact for all hirers/users, in case they have any queries or issues. You will work closely with our estates team and school staff to ensure facilities are properly set up, cleaned, and maintained, and that hirers have a positive experience.

Key responsibilities include:

Assisting hirers with the setting up of facilities for lettings & other school related events, from setting up a netball courts to switching on the floodlights. As key holder there will be lone working, you will be responsible for unlocking the gates and doors, making sure they are locked up securely again at the end of the shift. Completing all health and safety checks throughout the shift and reporting any hazards or faulty equipment to ensures the high standards of the school, its grounds and environment are maintained and that everyone on site is kept safe. Actively maintaining the security of the school facilities by ensuring that all entrances and exits remain secure and that access to the facilities is only given to current hirers and members of their groups. Undertake light cleaning duties to maintain the physical appearance of the designated sites inside and out, including maintenance of specialist facilities and equipment following appropriate training, where applicable Administrative duties handling paperwork, managing schedules, and maintaining accurate records. To act as a first aider. Take appropriate responsibility and action for safeguarding, be aware of confidential issues and maintain as appropriate Be aware of and comply with policies and procedures relating to child protection reporting all concerns to an appropriate person

To find out more about the full responsibilities of the role and/or to ensure you meet the essential criteria, please review the attached job description.

All school staff are expected to share the Trust's commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. Specific safeguarding responsibilities are detailed in the attached job description.

Working for Prospere Learning Trust

Great schools thrive because of the great people in them.

We invest in our staff to achieve their full potential and offer a range of benefits including.

High quality CPD for all roles

Bupa Level 1 Health Plan

- annual cash back allowance for a range of every day health care expenses

Generous Pension Contribution

- over 26% for teachers and over 17% for support staff

Good holidays

teachers as per School Teachers' Pay and Conditions Document;

non-teachers receive 26 days annual leave

plus bank holidays,

increasing to 31 days

with 5 years' service

Cyclescheme

- save up to 39% on a bike and accessories and get Strava for free

Employee Assistance Programmes

- including access to free counselling and 24/7 helplines

Credit Union

- regular savings, Christmas saving scheme and access to affordable loans

Flexible working options

- we're happy to talk flexible working where possible

Mental Health First Aid

in every school

Blue Light Card

- discounts on holidays, cars, days out, fashion, gifts, insurance, phones, and many more

bYond cashback card

- spend smarter with a prepaid cashback card for your everyday purchases

Visit our website to learn more about our Trust: prospere.org.uk

CHS South

CHS South is a 11-16 eight-form entry, mixed, comprehensive school opened in conjunction with Chorlton High School in 2018. Our school provides a full capacity of 1200 in our brand-new building which opened in September 2021.


We provide an education built on the values of offering every young person we encounter the skills needed to craft a

creative, happy

, and

successful

future. We ensure the young people at CHS South have access to a broad and forward-thinking enrichment curriculum. We are well positioned to offer a diverse and engaging sports curriculum through our fantastic relationships with the vast array of sports providers in our community. Furthermore, our expertise and understanding of the creative arts, ensures our young people are provided with the opportunities to develop and hone their skills to become the next generation of creative trailblazers.


We received our first Ofsted inspection in January 2023 and were graded as 'good' in all areas.

"CHS South is a welcoming and supportive community. Pupils are proud of their school. Pupils understand the school values of 'ready, respectful, safe', and they try hard to follow them in all that they do."


Visit our website to learn more: https://www.chssouth.org.uk/

Job Application Information

Please apply using the online application form; incomplete applications may not be considered. CVs are not accepted. Early applications are encouraged, and we reserve the right to close the vacancy early.

As per Keeping Children Safe in Education, we conduct online searches on shortlisted candidates to identify any relevant issues for interview discussion. Shortlisted candidates will be required to submit a self-disclosure declaration, declaring any relevant convictions, adult cautions or other matters which may affect your suitability to work with children. Information will be provided on where to seek guidance on whether certain offences are now protected and should not be disclosed within the self-disclosure form.


Under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 all positions within the School are exempt. Therefore, we are entitled to carry out Enhanced Disclosure checks for all staff and volunteers. It is an offence to apply for the role if the applicant is barred from engaging in regulated activity relating to children.


Applicants must have the right to work in the UK; we do not sponsor visa applications. If you've lived or worked outside the UK in the last five years, additional information will be required. Job offers are contingent on satisfactory pre-employment checks, including references.

Safeguarding Commitment

All schools within the Trust are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. We will ensure that all our recruitment and selection practices reflect this commitment.

Equality Statement

Prospere Learning Trust values diversity and welcomes applications from all candidates, regardless of age, disability, gender reassignment, marital status, pregnancy, race, religion, sex, or sexual orientation.

For application support please contact us on 0161 527 7953 or email jobs@prospere.org.uk