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Recreation Assistant Apprenticeship

Dauntsey's School · West Lavington, Devizes · posted 30 July 2026

Wage
£16,640 a year
Hours
40 hours a week
Duration
1 Year 5 Months
Level
Intermediate (Level 2)
Standard
Leisure team member (level 2)
Starts
31 August 2026
Closing date
21 August 2026
Positions
1

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  • Set up, check and prepare sports, fitness and activity areas ready for use
  • Carry out routine cleaning tasks and ensure facilities remain clean, safe and well maintained
  • Complete equipment and facility safety checks and report any faults or concerns
  • Support the day-to-day operation of the sports centre, following health and safety procedures
  • Welcome visitors, answer enquiries and provide excellent customer service
  • Supervise users throughout the facility and promote a safe, inclusive environment
  • Lifeguard pool sessions, respond to emergencies and provide First Aid when required
  • Complete operational records, including pool tests, equipment checks, cleaning logs and incident reports
  • Assist with facility bookings, events and external hire activities
  • Support student lifeguards, staff and volunteers during activities and events
  • Help with maintenance and improvement projects around the facility
  • Attend training and work towards Level 2 Leisure Team Member, NPLQ, Swimming Teacher and Gym Instructor qualifications
  • Follow safeguarding, health and safety, and school policies at all times

Your training

The apprentice will complete a Level 2 Leisure Team Member Apprenticeship over approximately 18 months, although this may be completed sooner depending on existing qualifications. Training will include the National Pool Lifeguard Qualification (NPLQ), Level 2 Swimming Teacher qualification and Level 2 Gym Instructor qualification.

Training will be delivered through a combination of on-the-job learning at Dauntsey's Awdry Sports Centre, onsite classroom sessions and online learning. The apprentice will work alongside experienced staff while developing practical skills and knowledge. Training will take place throughout the apprenticeship programme rather than on a block release basis.

Where it leads

Recreation Assistant/Duty Manager.

About Dauntsey's School

Dauntseys School https://www.dauntseys.org/

Skills they're looking for

Communication skillsIT skillsOrganisation skillsTeam workingInitiativeNon judgementalPhysical fitness

Where you'll work

  • Dauntseys School, High Street, West Lavington, Devizes, SN10 4HE

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