Swimming Assistant x2

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York Commercial LtdSalary£25,254.42 per yearGradeNot applicableContract statusOpenHours of workPart-timeBased atUniversity of York campusInterview date14 October 2025Posted Date29/09/2025Apply by05/10/2025Job Reference14432Documents

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Role Description
We are looking for two committed, enthusiastic and determined people to join us and assist in the successful delivery of the York Sport ‘Learn to Swim’ programme.York Sport’s mission is to inspire everyone to embrace active lifestyles, exercise and take part in sport and to offer the widest range of first class sport, health and fitness facilities, services and programmes in the city. We encourage everyone of all abilities to enjoy sport, with a huge range of pay-as-you-go and membership options to suit everyone. We have over 39 acres of sports fields and a range of indoor facilities to support a variety of sports, clubs and teams.As a Swimming Assistant you will be responsible for welcoming pupils and parents to their swimming lessons, providing an excellent service at all times. You will also assist Swimming Instructors to teach swimming to participants of various abilities.You will possess an ability to work on your own initiative and a commitment to working within a team where you will need to constantly adapt to different workplace scenarios. Successful applicants will be subject to an enhanced DBS check.The rate of pay is £13.09 per hour. The role is Monday, Thursday and Friday 16:00-19:15 (9.75 hours a week)Why Should You Apply?

• We offer 38 annual leave days, includes the public and bank holidays (pro-rata)
• Car parking on premises is available and subject to competitive monthly fees
• We provide 10% discount at on-campus catering outlets and Nisa retail shops (T&Cs apply)
• We offer discounted postage services (National and International)
• We provide concession rates to use York winning sports facilities, York Sports Village and York Sports Centre
• We offer Competitive rates at Campus Nursery and Cycle to Work Schemes
• We offer discounted rates on local retailers and services that are exclusive to YCL
  

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Anticipated interview date: 14 October 2025Appointment of the successful candidate will be conditional on a Disclosure and Barring Service check.York Commercial Ltd. (YCL) is a wholly-owned subsidiary of the University of York. The Head Office is situated at the University of York, Heslington, York, YO10 5DD. The successful candidate will be appointed on YCL terms and conditions of employment.The University strives to be diverse and inclusive – a place where we can ALL be ourselves.We particularly encourage applications from people who identify as Black, Asian or from a Minority Ethnic background, who are underrepresented at the University.We offer family friendly, flexible working arrangements, with forums and inclusive facilities to support our staff. #EqualityatYork