Sports Centre Duty Manager (Gym operations)
Part time / Permanent / All Year Round
Start Date: September/October 2025
Hours: 34 hours per week (Tuesday – Friday evenings and Saturday daytime)
Salary: £25,899 – £26,540pa, dependant on qualifications and experience.
The Duty Manager supports the Sports Centre Manager in the smooth and effective operation of the Sir Ben Ainslie Sports Centre, with a particular focus on the day-to-day running of the gym, including equipment oversight, fitness areas, community memberships, and customer enquiries.
We’re looking for an experienced supervisor—preferably with a background in gyms or the wider fitness industry—who has excellent communication skills and a commitment to outstanding customer service. The ideal candidate will be confident in leading a team, managing gym operations, and handling administrative and IT tasks efficiently. Training in RLSS, First Aid, and Gym Instruction can be provided for the right candidate.
This role is a permanent, part-time position working 34 hours per week, all year round. The shifts will be scheduled in advance, but they will include working every Saturday and weekday evening shifts.
Full job description and person specification available on the Truro School website.
In addition to a competitive salary, we are committed to the wellbeing and development of all our staff, promoting continuous professional development, as well as free lunch and refreshments, staff discount, and membership of the superb Sir Ben Ainslie Sports Centre.
Truro School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and applicants must be willing to undergo child protection screening including checks with past employers and DBS. We embrace diversity and promote equality of opportunity. We welcome applications from all sections of the community.
Closing date for applications is Tuesday 19th August 2025 at 9.00am with interviews taking place on Friday 22nd August 2025. We may close the advert earlier if a suitable candidate is found.
All applications must be made using a Truro School application form. Application forms must be completed in full and returned by post or e-mail to:
Miss A Carveth, HR Advisor, Truro School, Trennick Lane, Truro TR1 1TH Email: [email protected], Tel: 01872 272763
Lifeguard/Sports Assistant (Zero Hours & contracted shifts available)
£12.62 per hour (£10ph for U18’s)
Start Date: September, 2025
We are looking for friendly and motivated Lifeguards/Sports Assistants to provide daily support to the Duty Manager in the effective operation of the Sir Ben Ainslie Sports Centre and ensuring the safety of pool users by preventing and responding to emergencies. You’ll assist in making sure all facilities are safe and clean, and work as part of the lifeguard team in ensuring health and safety on the poolside, and provide first response to any rescue/first aid needs.
You’ll also support the preparation of sports equipment including setting up, issue and recovery of equipment as required for each activity as well as undertaking administrative and reception duties relating to bookings and issuing tickets.
The role is zero hours, covering a range of shifts during the evenings and weekends depending on availability.
Truro School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and applicants must be willing to undergo child protection screening including checks with past employers and DBS. We embrace diversity and promote equality of opportunity. We welcome applications from all sections of the community.
Closing date for applications is 15th August 2025. Please note this advert may close earlier if suitable applications are received prior to the closing date.
All applications must be made using the Truro School Application Form. Application forms must be completed in full and returned by post or e-mail to:
Miss Abbie Carveth HR/Recruitment Advisor, Truro School, Trennick Lane, Truro TR1 1TH
Email: [email protected], Tel: 01872 272763