Centre Operative
YMCA Thornton
Full-Time – 37.5 hours per weekMeets National Minimum and Living Wage requirements
Job Reference – 823THOR
Are you inspired and want to play an important role in changing people’s lives be a part in creating inspirational pathways and opportunities, opening doors, and welcoming all to get involved and make a positive difference. Working for us means helping children, young people, and adults of all levels of ability and from all walks of life, to reach their full potential. You’ll be working for a well-established team who work in multiple fields including Young People, Outdoor Education, Physical Activity, Housing, and our own workforce.
We offer flexible working, with an emphasis on learning and development through our online training portal for all staff, 28 days annual leave (including Bank Holidays) rising with years of service and possible the best benefit is working for a company that makes a difference.
As a Centre Operative what does the role entail:
Your day will consist of …
· To assist on Reception as required and/or carry out duties of other members of staff as necessary, e.g. cover for breaks, holiday, sickness etc.
· To ensure compliance with the Health and Safety at Work Act, and Fylde Coast YMCA’s Health and Safety procedures.
· To be responsible at all times for security of the building and its contents.
· To identify and report maintenance requirements for equipment or premises to the Supervisor / General Manager..
· To ensure the prompt preparation of all activity areas including the safe setting up, dismantling and storage of the equipment.
This job is for you, if…
- You have experience working within a leisure facility/sector (Desirable – not essential)
- You have a firm commitment to providing excellence in customer service
- You have a commitment to team-working and respect and consideration for the skills of others.
- You understand the need for confidentiality with a professional and caring approach to work.
- You enjoy working in a busy, fast paced environment.
- You can work unsociable hours, including evenings and weekends.
Successful applicants will be required to complete an Enhanced DBS Disclosure.
For further information and to complete an application form for the above role, please visit https://www.ymca-fyldecoast.org/about-ymca-fylde-coast/careers-at-ymca-fylde-coast/
Job Reference – 823THOR
Closing date for the role is Tuesday 2nd September 2025 by 9:00am. Applications submitted and/or received after this time will not be considered.
Please note, that due to the high volume of applications we are currently receiving, we are only able to contact candidates who are successful in progressing to the next stage. If you have not been contacted within 14 working days of the closing date, please consider you application unsuccessful at this time. Thank you for your understanding.
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Pay: £11.33-£12.21 per hour
Expected hours: 37.5 per week
Work Location: In person