Duty Manager

We're looking for experienced Duty Managers or ambitious and talented Senior Recreation Assistants who are passionate about the leisure industry. So, if you're looking for a desk job, this isn't for you - as there's no such thing as a typical day as Duty Manager. That's what makes the role so special. Here, you could be doing anything from unlocking the leisure centre and setting up, to ordering supplies and checking everything is perfect for your customers. Then, once the day is in full swing, you'll ensure it's all running as it should be - handling customer queries, managing your team and ensuring the successful operation of the gym, pool and other facilities. Your own development is just as important, as we'll train you to sharpen your skills in this diverse Duty Manager role.

If you're a fast-thinker who's calm under pressure, responsible and a natural with people from all walks of life, this is your chance to progress as a Duty Manager. We also look for integrity, a can-do attitude, health and safety knowledge, and a customer service focus, combined with relevant professional qualifications such as NPLQ, PPO (desirable), Pool Management Qualification, FAAW. From introducing a table tennis club and supporting disabled groups, to organising charity swimathons with celebrity guests, we've introduced all sorts of initiatives. So, if you've an idea and the drive to improve things even further, we'll listen.

GLL is looking for a Duty Manager based at Carterton Leisure Centre in West Oxfordshire. If you have the talent and ambition to be a Duty Manager, there's never been a more exciting time to progress with GLL. This is more than a Duty Manager role - it's a career. Ensuring the smooth day-to-day running of a leisure centre, you'll ensure the health, safety and enjoyment of customers and colleagues alike., To be shortlisted for the role, internal applicants will need to demonstrate their commitment to GLL by becoming a Society member where eligible.

• About UsGLL is the UK's largest leisure and cultural services provider and one of the first and largest leisure social enterprises. Our aim is to get more people, more active, more of the time whilst making leisure and community facilities accessible and affordable. We partner with local authorities to run leisure centres, swimming pools, libraries, children's centres, spas, events spaces and world-class sporting venues such as the Copper Box Arena and London Aquatics Centre on the Queen Elizabeth Olympic Park - all under our Better brand. As a not-for-profit organisation, we're different. Passionate about seeing our communities thrive, we invest back into our facilities, projects and people and are an Investors in People Silver Award employer.


GLL is an equal opportunities employer.

As a charitable social enterprise owned by its staff GLL has a great range of benefits for its employees:

• A Values driven organisation


• Learning & development to support career development


• Good Pension schemes


• Discounted gym membership for you and your partner


• Industry leading rates of pay


• opportunity to join the GLL Society and have a say in how we are run plus associated social events


• Exclusive discounts on our villas in Portugal


• Exclusive discounts on our Ski chalets in Bulgaria


• Health assurance


• Career pathways, professional development are just the start. To ensure you stay at the top of your game, we provide training with practical and theory elements too.


• Discounts across thousands of retailers (GLL Extras)


• 25% off Red Letter Days


• 25% off Buy A Gift


• 20% off GLL spa experience treatments and associated products.


• Ride to work scheme


• Free eye tests and discounted glasses