Job Description

Salary

7,952 (24,310 x 0.3271 FTE) per annum

Contractual hours

16.5

Basis

Part-Time/Term Time

Job category/type

Permanent - Part-Time/Term Time

Job reference

REC00003615



The University of Portsmouth is a global employer of choice where exceptional people create, share and apply knowledge that makes a difference.



Experience the pride of being part of a select group - one of only four universities in the south-east of England to achieve a prestigious Gold rating in the Teaching Excellence Framework. Additionally, we proudly rank among the top 140 universities globally in the Times Higher Young University World Rankings.



Ambition, Responsibility and Openness drive our every endeavour. Join our esteemed institution with a proven track record of success, and where dedication to excellence is key. We want people to make their mark in a professional community that truly values people, innovation, and achievement.

The Role:

We're looking for enthusiastic part-time Sports Assistants at our award-winning Ravelin Sports Centre to help keep our University of Portsmouth facilities running smoothly. You'll play a key role in delivering safe, clean, and top-quality spaces for our community to enjoy. If you've got a passion for sport, great customer service skills, and hands-on experience in sports operations -- we want to hear from you!



As part of the outdoor Sports Operations Team, working at Langstone Sports Campus you will be responsible for the effective and efficient day-to-day operations of our sports facilities at the University of Portsmouth. You will ensure that the provision of safe, clean and working facilities is available to our customers.



These roles will be required to have a sound operational outdoor sports facilities knowledge and experience of customer led, service environments.



We have two part-time, term-time positions available. Please review the working patterns to ensure the schedule aligns with your availability before applying.



The working pattern for this post is:



Role 1

Week 1

Wednesday - 11:30 - 19:30 (30 min break)

Saturday - 08:00 - 13:00

Sunday - 08:00 - 13:00

17.5 hours per week



Week 2

Friday 08:15 - 14:45 (30 min break)

Sunday 08:15 - 18:15 (30 min break)

15.5 hours per week



Role 2

Week 1

Friday 08:15 - 14:45 (30 min break)

Sunday 08:15 - 18:15 (30 min break)

15.5 hours per week

Week 2

Wednesday 11:30 - 19:30 (30 mins break)

Saturday 08:00 - 13:00

Sunday 08:00 - 13:00

17.5 hours per week



You will be working term time (34 weeks per year) during the following weeks:

Block 1: From 18 August 2025 to 14 December 2025

Block 2: From 5 January 2026 to 12 June 2026

Block 3: From 4 May 2026 to 24 May 2026



For salary calculations you will be paid for 38.25 weeks. The difference between 38.25 and the 34 weeks worked each year covers paid annual leave entitlement and public and statutory holidays. The salary is divided into 12 equal monthly instalments



An Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) with barring service check is required for this post.



If you have any questions about the role, please email Sam Armstrong at sam.armstrong@port.ac.uk.

Employer, External Only:

University of Portsmouth Academic Services Ltd (UASL)

Discover the advantages of joining our university. We offer a range of attractive benefits and opportunities to enhance your work experience:

Competitive salary, including incremental progression within your scale. Generous pension scheme. Generous leave entitlement of 32-35 days a year, plus bank holidays, and an additional Christmas closure. Family-friendly policies supporting flexible working. Staff discounts and loyalty schemes. Staff car parking and discounted public travel. Excellent training and development opportunities. Staff wellbeing programmes. Recreation facilities, including discounted gym membership, food on campus schemes, use of the Library and staff social activities. Discounted learning. Start-up business mentoring from expert entrepreneurs via our Entrepreneurs in Residence programme. The perks don't stop there - click 'apply' for further information on My Reward and Benefits

UKVI Statement

Prior to submitting your application, kindly ensure that you can either demonstrate or acquire the necessary right to work in the UK. If you currently do not possess the right to work in the UK, please be aware that our offer of employment is conditional upon you obtaining it.

ED&I Statement:

We are strongly dedicated to embedding equality, diversity and inclusion (EDI) within our community. As an Athena SWAN and Race Equality Charter award holder, a member of Stonewall and a Disability Confident Employer we are passionate about creating a welcoming and inclusive environment, regardless of your background. We welcome applications from people with a wide range of skills, perspectives and experiences. In addition, we want our workforce to be representative of our diverse student population. Please see our EDI Framework and objectives.



Please note that this vacancy may be closed earlier than advertised, so early applications are advised.