Sports & Fitness Assistant - Grade 3.

• #### Professional Services
• #### Directorate of Infrastructure
• Salary:
• £24,074 to £24,351 per annum pro rata

9.5 Hours per week - Sunday

Post Type:

Part Time

Contract Type:

Permanent

Closing Date:

Friday 16 October 2026

Interview Date:

To be confirmed

Reference:

HR01898044-3

The position available is a part-time contract and consists of 19 hours per week, Saturday and Sundays. Apply now and dive into an exciting career in a supportive and energetic environment.

The Role

Are you a fitness enthusiast with a burning desire to inspire others to lead active and healthy lives? Do you wish to make a real impact in the lives of our customers? If so, we have an exciting opportunity for you.

We are committed to investing in our people. We will fund the essential National Pool Lifeguard and Gym Instructor qualifications for the appointed candidate.

Key Responsibilities:

The key responsibilities of a Sports and Fitness Assistant include

Assist with lifeguarding swimming sessions

Carrying out gym inductions, programmes and offering help and advice if required

Welcome and develop connections with all guests, providing support, assistance and specialist knowledge where required

The Company

Unique Fitness is the ultimate destination for unparalleled wellness and active living, right on the vibrant campus of the University of Bradford. We take pride in being more than just a leisure facility; we're a thriving community committed to promoting health, wellness, and a positive lifestyle.

At Unique Fitness, our state-of-the-art facility offers a diverse range of fitness amenities and cutting-edge equipment. Our vision is to inspire our community to achieve.

Safeguarding

The University of Bradford is committed to safeguarding, protecting and promoting the welfare of children, young people, and Adults at Risk through robust safer recruitment practices.

The Person

The key skills and qualities of a Sports and Fitness Assistant:

National Pool Lifeguard Qualification (to be achieved within 2 months of probation organisation to fund training)

Gym Instructor qualification (to be achieved within 2 months of probation organisation to fund training)

Enthusiastic and committed

Good customer service and communication skills

In return, we offer:

Free gym and pool facilities

25 days holiday PLUS an additional 13 statutory and customary days

Family-friendly policies

Full details of the benefits on offer can be viewed here https://www.bradford.ac.uk/human-resources/employee-reward-and-benefits/.

If you would like any additional information please contact Diana day, [email protected]

Note – the candidate must be a competent swimmer and be willing to obtain the essential qualifications within the specified timeframe. These qualifications will be funded by Unique Fitness.

Competent swimmer criteria include

• Jump/dive into deep water
• Swim 50 metres in less than 60 seconds
• Swim 100 metres continuously on front and back in deep water
• Tread water for 30 seconds
• Surface dive to the floor of the pool
• Climb out unaided without ladder/steps and where the pool design permits.