Aquatics Manager - Part Time - Tenterden Leisure Centre at Freedom Leisure

Tenterden, England, United Kingdom -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

05 Feb, 26

Salary

16332.0

Posted On

07 Nov, 25

Experience

5 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

People Management, Problem Solving, Customer Service, Staff Management, Aquatics Programming, Sales Development, Marketing Strategies, Industry Awareness, Commercial Awareness, Interpersonal Skills, Negotiation, Team Orientation, Flexibility, Communication Skills, Time Management

Industry

Wellness and Fitness Services

Description

Join the Energy at Freedom Leisure – Do Good Feel Good! At Freedom Leisure, we’re all about positive vibes, great people, and making a real impact. Yes, we run leisure and cultural facilities, gyms, and swimming pools—but at the heart of it all, it’s our people who make the difference. As one of the UK’s leading charitable leisure trusts, we’re proud of our mission of Improving Lives Through Leisure. We’re here to help communities live healthier, happier lives by making our centres welcoming, inclusive, and accessible to everyone - because everyone deserves to feel good. We’re all about delivering amazing customer service with a smile—every single day. We create spaces where people feel at home, supported, and inspired. If you’re passionate about helping others and love creating great experiences, you’ll feel right at home with us. You don’t need to be an expert to get started - we’ll give you all the training and support you need. With over 130 centres across England and Wales, there’s loads of room to grow. Many of our team have built amazing careers doing what they love, helping customers day-to-day and making people feel good. We’re proud to be a workplace where everyone is welcome, valued, and supported to thrive—because when our team reflects the communities we serve, we all grow stronger together. Responsible for managing all Aquatics within Tenterden Leisure Centre, leading a team of Lifeguards and Swim Teachers to deliver a full learn to swim programme from parent and baby to adult swimming lessons. Using the water space within the centres to engage our local community and drive physical activity and fun! You should already be working at Assistant Manager level or higher within a medium to large operation. The person we are looking for will have the ability to manage a number of priorities at the same time; will be able to build, lead and motivate staff and have a passion for the leisure and cultural services and events. The ability to deliver on tight deadlines under pressure is absolutely essential. In the event that a high volume of suitable applications are received, the post may close prior to the specified closing date. Please apply as soon as possible if interested. Hours: 25 hours a week, Monday to Sunday (rota basis) Strong people management skills. Experience of problem solving, customer service and staff management. Experience of at least three years in a Aquatics setting, programming multiple pools and successful LTS operation. Experience of sales, developing key targets and implementing marketing strategies. A high awareness of industry developments, new activities, trends and research. Good commercial awareness which translates into a successful and financially viable operation. A passion for the industry demonstrated through continuous professional development. Well developed interpersonal skills, able to negotiate and persuade people both internally and externally. Team orientated approach, able to work across organisation boundaries and demonstrate interest and be supportive of the work of staff and colleagues. To be able to work flexibly with a good level of autonomy. Communication & time management skills - able to deal with a number of priorities at once. Mobility to travel across sites. We want you to love coming to work, feeling healthy, happy and valued. That's why we've developed a benefits package with you in mind, so what can we offer you? My Staff Shop, our very own staff benefit scheme, gives employees access to a great range of benefits. Get discounts on cinema tickets, travel bookings, high street e-vouchers, gift cards, days out, leisure activities and your day to day spending. Discounted Staff membership (including family members) Incremental holidays Employee Assistance Programme - 24/7 confidential, independent and professional counselling. Company pension Various insurance and saving schemes Financial advice Cycle-to-work and Car Leasing tax-efficient schemes (salaried staff only, depending on earnings) All this as well as fully funded training and career progression opportunities in a team working environment Closing Date: 21st November 2025 Salary: Up to £16,332 per annum

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Responsibilities

Manage all Aquatics within Tenterden Leisure Centre, leading a team of Lifeguards and Swim Teachers. Deliver a full learn to swim programme and engage the local community in physical activity and fun.