Leisure and Fitness Assistant

Overview

We are currently seeking a motivated and suitably skilled individual to join the leisure services team at Abraham Darby Sport and Leisure Centre. The successful candidate will be responsible for the day to day supervision of the facilities including pool lifeguard duties, maintaining the cleaning and housekeeping standards of the facility, assisting with the Swim4

Life swimming lessons programme and undertaking fitness suite inductions as and when required. The successful candidate will work across a rota pattern that includes regular evening and weekend working.

If you're passionate about making a difference, we'd love to hear from you.

A RLSS National Pool Lifeguard Qualification and Level 2 Health & Fitness Certificate (or ability to achieve within 6 months) are requirements of the post. Previous experience in a Leisure environment is desirable and/or experience in a Customer service role.

We believe great services start with great people - and that means building a workforce that reflects our community. At Telford & Wrekin Council, everyone belongs, and every voice matters. Join Team Telford - Where People Make the Difference. We're proud to be the LGC Local Authority of the Year 2025 - and it's all thanks to our incredible people. At Telford & Wrekin Council, we don't just deliver services - we protect, care, and invest in our borough.

Our teams are trusted, supported, and empowered to make a real impact.

• We offer competitive salaries and a fantastic leave package - starting at 24 days, rising to 32 days with service, plus 8 bank holidays and an extra concessionary day to enjoy.
• Career progression
• Local Government Pension Scheme
• Staff discounts & salary sacrifice perks
• Free parking & confidential wellbeing support
• A friendly, inclusive and dynamic workplace, competitive pay, generous benefits, flexible working and great development opportunities. A culture that celebrates diversity and champions inclusion.