Job Description

Chichester College, part of the Chichester College Group

Ref: CC4379

Sports Centre Duty Manager

26,716 - 29,196 per annum





37 hours per week, 52 weeks per year





We're looking for an enthusiastic and reliable individual to join our team as a

Duty Manager

at the Chichester College Sports Centre on a full-time basis.



This is an

ideal opportunity for someone with a keen interest in sport, leisure, fitness or related fields

who wants hands-on experience in running a busy, customer-focused facility. You'll gain valuable operational and leadership skills whilst working in a professional and supportive environment.

About the Role:

As a Duty Manager, you'll play a key part in the day-to-day running of the Sports Centre. You'll be responsible for supervising staff, maintaining safety and cleanliness, setting up for activities, and ensuring our customers have a great experience.

Key Responsibilities:

Lead the day-to-day operations of the Sports Centre during your shift. Provide excellent customer service and deal with queries or issues promptly. Supervise and support centre staff to ensure effective team performance. Support events, bookings, and activities.

What We're Looking For:

Experience in a customer service environment. Strong leadership and communication skills. A flexible and proactive approach to work, especially during evenings and weekends. First Aid at Work certification (or willingness to obtain).

Our Staff Benefits:

We have a fantastic range of staff benefits, highly competitive against what is offered by the private sector and other organisations, including:

Local Government Pension Scheme

- the Group contributes

20.4%

of your actual pensionable pay.

25 days annual leave, increasing to 28 days in line with continuous service

, plus bank holidays and college closure days over the Christmas period which are not deducted from annual leave entitlement and a wellbeing day. Plus, the opportunity to purchase up to 5 days additional leave.

Discount schemes

- including discounts on shopping, restaurants, travel and onsite facilities such as our gym and First Steps Childcare nurseries (specific campuses only).

Family friendly policies

- including enhanced maternity, paternity and adoption pay (dependant on continuous service).

Continuous professional development opportunities

- including development days, funded apprenticeships and access to a range of other courses and activities.

And much more

- check out the Staff Benefits booklet attached to this advert for more information about our fantastic range of benefits available to staff.


We actively encourage applications from those seeking part-time roles, job shares, or other flexible working arrangements. Whether you're balancing caring responsibilities, pursuing personal goals, or simply seeking a healthier rhythm between life and work, we're here to support you. Our roles are designed with adaptability in mind and at the heart of our people strategy is a commitment to an inclusive environment where different ways of working are not only accommodated but celebrated. If flexibility matters to you, you'll find a welcoming home here at CCG.

Closing date: 11 August 2025

Interview date: 22 August 2025

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Suitable candidates may be invited to interview prior to the closing date and we reserve the right to close the vacancy early should sufficient applications be received.

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The Chichester College Group is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. All posts are subject to an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service check, which may include a check of the barred lists and any relevant overseas checks. We vigorously pursue all references and safeguarding checks to ensure applicants are suitable to work with young people.



As users of the disability confident scheme, we guarantee to interview all disabled applicants who meet the minimum criteria for the role.





We are an equal opportunities employer.