At a Glance
- Tasks: Manage daily operations and provide excellent customer service at Sport Central.
- Company: Join Northumbria University, a top-ranked institution with a vibrant community.
- Benefits: Enjoy competitive salary, flexible working hours, and generous holiday entitlement.
- Other info: Opportunities for personal growth in a diverse and inclusive environment.
- Why this job: Be part of a dynamic team enhancing student experiences through sports and fitness.
- Qualifications: Customer service skills and ability to work both independently and in a team.
Northumbria Sport are recruiting a full-time Sport Assistant who will be responsible for the daily operation of the building and perform a variety of customer-facing roles within Sport Central. The facility has both wet and dry based activities and is situated on City Campus. The Sport Assistant is responsible for delivering a welcoming, safe and outstanding experience for our customers. This role requires direct customer-facing services and operational roles as needed.
Reporting directly to the Duty Manager, the role will join Northumbria Sport, a core department within Campus Services. Northumbria Sport is responsible for delivering an excellent student experience through our range of sport, fitness and wellbeing programmes. The role will be based at Sport Central, but working at Coach Lane Sports Ground may be required.
To be successful in the role, you will have:
- Good understanding of Customer Service Experience requirements
- Ability to work on own initiative and as part of a team
- Good verbal and written communication skills
- The initiative to solve problems of a practical nature
If you would like an informal discussion about the role, please contact us. To apply for this vacancy, please click 'Apply Now'. Your application should include a covering letter and a CV.
Join Northumbria University, a research-intensive institution unlocking potential and changing lives locally and globally. We rank top 25 in the UK for research power. With over 37,000 students from 140+ countries, we offer world-leading research, award-winning partnerships, and an outstanding student experience. We empower our exceptional staff, promoting a positive work-life balance and offering great benefits, including excellent pension schemes, flexible working, generous holiday entitlement, and more.
Our Northumbria Values define who we are: Academic Excellence, Innovation, Inclusivity, Collaboration, and Ambition. Our Behaviours shape our work culture: We listen and learn, support one another, respect everyone, trust each other, and are bold. Based in Newcastle upon Tyne and London, we are an on-campus organisation and offer flexible hours and location where the role allows. We pride ourselves on diversity and inclusivity, holding numerous awards for gender and race equality, disability confidence, and research excellence.
The University has implemented a range of flexible working arrangements, and we are happy to explore candidate requirements as part of the recruitment process. Apply now and join a community committed to transforming society and the economy.
Sport Assistant - Newcastle upon Tyne in Langley employer: Northumbria University Newcastle
Northumbria University is an exceptional employer, offering a vibrant work culture that prioritises employee wellbeing and professional growth. With a commitment to inclusivity and diversity, staff enjoy flexible working arrangements, generous holiday entitlements, and excellent pension schemes, all while contributing to a dynamic environment that empowers individuals to make a meaningful impact in the community. Located in the heart of Newcastle upon Tyne, employees benefit from being part of a leading institution recognised for its academic excellence and innovative approach.
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Northumbria University Newcastle Recruitment Team
