Sports Assistant

Bangor University sports department is seeking a full time Sports Assistant (36.25 hours per week) who's suitably qualified, dynamic and highly motivated to work and assist with the safe running of sporting activities at a number of different locations across Bangor University.

Responsibilities will include daily checks of facility and equipment, set up and take down of equipment, dealing with enquiries, dealing with minor accidents and ensuring the safe running of the sports facilities. All sports facilities at Bangor University are available to the local community as well as students and staff of the University.

Committed to Equal Opportunities.

Overview

Based across 4 sites, Bangor University has a range of indoor and outdoor sports provision and is in the process of expanding the sporting offer to students.

The University’s' unique geographical position enables students to experience some of the best mountain and water based sporting facilities in the UK alongside the more traditional team and individual sports within the British Universities and Colleges (BUCS) sport framework. The facilities also serve the local community and University staff.

Purpose of the Job
- To provide supervision of University Sports Facilities.
- To ensure a safe and enjoyable experience for all users of University facilities.

Main

**Responsibilities**:

- Supervising and assisting in the set-up and take down of sports activities and equipment at a range of University venues - including Normal Site, Canolfan Brailsford, Treborth and others as directed.
- To make regular checks of the premises and users, reporting on defects and breakages of the building and equipment to the Mmanagement.
- Ensure all users follow the regulations associated with the sports facilities, and all safety procedures are adhered to.
- To contribute to the Sports departments programme of coaching and instruction of activities.
- Liaising regularly with Canolfan Brailsford Reception and other University Sport staff.
- Maintain and prepare facilities and equipment for activities to take place to the highest standards..
- Give advice and assistance to users if requested.
- Deal with accidents and emergencies.
- Open and close the sports facilities, with special responsibility for securing the building.
- Such other duties as are appropriate, and may from time to time, be requested by the Manager or their nominated staff.

Other

**Responsibilities**:

- The post holder will be expected to participate in performance review and developmental activities.
- The post holder will be expected to comply with the University equal opportunities policies, Dignity at Work and Study Policy and the University’s Welsh Language Scheme.
- The post holder has a general and legal duty of care in relation to health, safety and wellbeing and must take all reasonable steps to ensure a safe and healthy working environment for themselves and for other members of staff, students and visitors affected by their actions or inactions. The post holder is also required to comply with all applicable health and safety policies, procedures and risk assessments.
- The post holder must comply with relevant legal and financial policies and procedures and be aware of their responsibilities in terms of the legal requirements of their posts.

Person Specification

Qualifications / Training

Essential
- Educated to GCSE level or equivalent, preferably including English and Maths.
- A basic first aid qualification.

Desirable
- Sports and Leisure related qualifications (BTEC, C&G or similar).
- Coaching or Fitness Instruction qualifications.
- European Computer Driving Licence (ECDL).
- Knowledge of Health & Safety.
- 4 day First Aid at work certificate Work Related.

Experience / Knowledge

Essential
- Previous experience of working in a sports and / or leisure environment in a public facing role.
- Experience as a participant, coach or similar in a range of sports and activities.

Desirable
- Experience of working in an FE or HE sport environment.
- Experience of working on a shift pattern.
- Experience of working in a bilingual (Welsh and English) and multi-cultural environment.

Skills / Abilities

Essential
- Evidence of good customer care skills with the ability to empathise and work with customers of all age groups and ability.
- Effective communication, interpersonal and interactive skills, including ability to develop effective relationships with users of the facilities and provide advice and guidance as necessary.
- Able to work both within a team and also to work efficiently on own initiative.
- Ability to manage the day to day supervision and preparation of sports facilities.
- A driving licence - in order to open and close buildings across multiple sites.
- Ability to inspire, motivate and encourage people through fitness.
- Well organised, self-motivated, committed to continuous professionalism.
- Able to demonstrate drive and enthusiasm for sport and physical activity.
- Be