About us
Part of Iconic Hotels and Resorts, The Lensbury is located on the Banks of the River Thames at Teddington and is home to an exclusive leisure club, a 156 bedroom hotel, meeting and events space, restaurant and bar, Spa and 25 acres of gardens and grounds.
The Role
As a qualified Junior Activities Assistant, you will be responsible for creating a safe, welcoming and engaging setting for our youngest members. This includes supervising play, supporting children’s wellbeing, maintaining high standards of care, and ensuring all safeguarding and health & safety procedures are followed.
Key Responsibilities
- Assist with basic administrative tasks such as registers and equipment checks.
- Maintain confidentiality in line with safeguarding and Data Protection regulations.
- Report any welfare concerns to the Junior Activities Coordinator or the designated Child Welfare Officer.
- Adhere to all health and safety regulations and club policies.
- Maintain a clean, safe, and hazard-free environment.
- Be fully trained and prepared for emergency and evacuation procedures.
- Deliver excellent customer service in line with Lensbury standards.
- Communicate professionally and warmly with parents, guardians, and colleagues.
- Carry out additional duties as required
What we’re looking for:
To be successful in this role, you must possess the following qualifications, attitude, behaviours, skills, and values:
- Previous experience in a similar role
- A genuine passion for creating great experiences for children and their families
- A friendly, calm and approachable nature, with the ability to act quickly and effectively
- Paediatric First Aid (or willingness to complete)
- Safeguarding training (or willingness to complete)
- Willing to undergo a DBS check (we will arrange) prior to starting
Benefits
- Discounts at The Lensbury and across the L+R Hotels portfolio
- Use of some leisure facilities; including gym & swimming pool
- EAP with 24/7 helpline for you and your family
- Benefits portal with Hospitality Rewards, offering discounts across major brands
- Team Member Awards and Social events throughout the year
- Free meals whilst on duty and free parking
- Cycle to work scheme
- Refer a Friend programme
- Paid annual leave of 28 days including public holidays
- Opportunities for professional development and training
- A vibrant, supportive team culture in a stunning riverside location
Junior Activities Assistant in Teddington employer: The Lensbury
The Lensbury, part of Iconic Hotels and Resorts, offers a vibrant work environment on the picturesque banks of the River Thames in Teddington. As a Food & Beverage Assistant, you'll enjoy a supportive culture that prioritises employee growth through fully-funded apprenticeships and access to leisure facilities, while also benefiting from discounts across our services and engaging staff social events. Join us to create memorable experiences for our guests in a dynamic setting that values teamwork and excellence.
