Gym Supervisor

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37 hours per week
3 weeks early 3 weeks late and one weekend every 3 weeks
£13.10 per hour
Free Car parking

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Job Description:

As a Gym Supervisor at Sodexo at Corporal Budd VC Gymnasium, Berechurch Rd, Colchester CO2 9RQ You'll will be responsible for the day to day supervision of the largest leisure / sporting facility on Merville Barracks. You will maintain a focus on customers satisfaction and lead our large team of lifeguards to play a crucial role in achieving Sodexo’s mission statement of being a world leader in quality of life services. Join Sodexo and be part of something greater. You belong in a team where you can act with purpose and thrive in your own way.

What You’ll Do:

You will control and implement the varying shift patterns for the full-time, part-time and casual staff employed at the facility. Ensuring overtime budgets are not exceeded.
Adhered to all Standard Operating Procedures, COSHH and Safe Systems of Work
Ensure there are Lifeguarding/Supervising planned sessions in the swimming pool
You will complete and submit of weekly pay variations and overtime.
Control and management of all staff, which includes all on site disciplinary matters, their shift rosters and leave requirements.
Attend monthly mandatory lifeguard staff training, maintain in-date NPLQ.
Liaise with the Receptionist regarding Gym bookings to ensure equipment is issued and/or set up as necessary including handing over and handing back climbing wall.
Take bookings in the absence of the receptionist/leisure assistant.
Check daily and weekly cleaning regimes within the facility in compliance with the contract requirements.
Be responsible for Key holding and opening/closing the Centre on a daily basis as per contract times
Be a champion of health and safety practices - spot a near miss? Report it to keep your colleagues safe!

What You Bring:

Experience in managing/leading a team
Current National Pool Lifeguard Qualification
Good communication skills both verbal and written
Knowledge of health and safety
Able to work on own initiative within team environment
Able to demonstrate attention to detail and adherence to standards
ICT skills (experience in using Word, Excel and Microsoft outlook)
Customer focused individual

What we offer:

On-the-job training with experienced professionals
Fully funded apprenticeship qualifications
Career development opportunities within Sodexo
A friendly and supportive work environment
Wellbeing Support – Unlimited online resources, a free health app with 24/7 virtual GP, and an Employee Assistance Programme.
Financial Benefits – Discounts for you and your family, salary finance support, retirement plan, and a death-in-service benefit.
Career Growth – Apprenticeships, learning tools, and development opportunities.
Work Perks – Cycle to Work Scheme, volunteering opportunities, flexible work, full training, and a protective uniform.

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Salary	£13.10
Frequency	Hourly
Job Reference	SDX/TP/1324814/149931
Contract Type	Permanent – Full Time
Closing Date	12 November, 2025
Job Category	Facilities Management
Business Unit	UK Government - Frontline
Location	Colchester, United Kingdom
No. of positions	1
Posted on	29 October, 2025

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