high-quality sports and leisure service to our customers all year round.
The role
As a Watersports Advisor you will be part of a highly motivated and organised Watersports team responsible for ensuring the safe and efficient daily operation of the facilities and on water activities. Based at the University Watersports Centre you will be responsible for:
- Ensuring safe operation of the site
- Overseeing on water activities including RYA instruction
- Assisting senior members of staff with the running of the building, including the changing rooms and on water activities
There is a requirement to undertake a Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check which will be conducted during the offer process.
This post is offered on a full-time, permanent basis. You will be working set hour working patterns, 35 hours a week averaged over a number of weeks.
About you
You should have proven experience in handling a diverse range of situations in a customer focussed environment. You will need to act safely whilst holding responsibility for the health and safety of all facility users, have excellent attention to detail and a passion for delivering first class customer service.
As a Royal Yachting Association Training Centre this role holder will be required to teach a variety of activities leading to recognised qualifications such as Power Boat level 2 or Day-skipper Practical. Noting there is a wide variety of qualifications available, it is expected that the candidate will hold some Instructor qualifications upon appointment and will develop more in time.
What we can offer you
As a university we aim to create an environment where everyone can thrive and are proactive in fostering a culture of inclusion, respect, and equality of opportunity. We believe that we can only truly meet our objectives if we are reflective of society, so we are passionate about creating a working environment in which you are free to bring your whole self to work.
With a generous holiday allowance as well as additional university closure days we are committed to supporting our staff and students.
Starting your career with us could lead to great opportunities at the University of Southampton. With a starting salary of £27,865 per annum, there is an additional 10% uplift added and a yearly increment which you can view on our pay scales.
Other benefits include:
- Training and qualifications
- Full free access to the gym membership
- Staff discounts and rewards on thousands of retailers, restaurants and much more.
To view the University of Southampton’s wide range of benefits, please visit https://www.southampton.ac.uk/hr/services/benefits-explained/index.page
Application procedure
You should submit your completed application form online at www.jobs.soton.ac.uk The application deadline will be midnight on the closing date stated above. If you need any assistance, please call (Recruitment Team) on +44 (0) 2380 592750 or email recruitment@soton.ac.uk.
