Job Description

Loughborough Sport

Full time and open ended, with a shift allowance of 12.5%

We are looking for an inspiring individual to lead the way in creating an outstanding sporting environment by promoting a friendly and welcoming environment for University students, performance teams, Athletic Union clubs, National Governing Bodies and members of the community. You will be a sociable, enthusiastic individual with a 'can do' attitude and a good team player.





The work of a Sports Assistant involves manual handling tasks and a willingness to be flexible in your approach.





For more information on the role please refer to the and Person Specification.





Contact for informal enquiries: Sarah Beaty, Duty Manager, s.l.beaty@lboro.ac.uk





Closing date for receipt of applications: 9th November 2025



Interview date: 26th November 2025




Loughborough University is committed to achieving equity and valuing diversity in all aspects of employment and welcomes applications from all sections of the community. As one of the country's leading universities we understand the importance of investing in our staff and their professional development. Click here to find out more.

Our Benefits

At Loughborough, our benefits are designed to support your life inside and outside of work, helping you to thrive and feel valued as part of our community. Examples of our benefits include:

Time off -

generous holiday allowance, including 14 university closure days and bank holidays, with the option to buy extra through our holiday purchase scheme

Where you work -

access to a range of fantastic facilities with plenty of green space across our 523-acre East Midlands campus, plus an exciting community at our London campus on the Queen Elizabeth Olympic Park

Financial wellbeing

- competitive pay, two excellent pension schemes, and everyday savings opportunities

Support for you and your family

- on-site nursery at our East Midlands campus, flexible and hybrid working options, and a range of family-friendly policies

Health and wellbeing

- discounted gym memberships and access to world-class sporting facilities, including physiotherapy, plus healthcare offers such as eyesight testing and wellbeing support

Travel and sustainability

- access to our electric vehicle and cycle-to-work schemes, as well as a variety of travel offers to support sustainable commuting





Discover more about the full range of rewards and benefits at Loughborough University.