Recreation Assistant - Casual - Portslade Sports Centre

freedom-leisure

Brighton and Hove, England, United Kingdom · Brighton and Hove · United Kingdom

Posted Aug 19, 2026

Temporary
Portslade Sports Centre

Job description

Join the Energy at Freedom Leisure – Do Good Feel Good!At Freedom Leisure, we’re all about positive vibes, great people, and making a real impact. Yes, we run leisure and cultural facilities, gyms, and swimming pools—but at the heart of it all, it’s our people who make the difference.As one of the UK’s leading charitable leisure trusts, we’re proud of our mission of Improving Lives Through Leisure. We’re here to help communities live healthier, happier lives by making our centres welcoming, inclusive, and accessible to everyone - because everyone deserves to feel good. We’re all about delivering amazing customer service with a smile—every single day. We create spaces where people feel at home, supported, and inspired. If you’re passionate about helping others and love creating great experiences, you’ll feel right at home with us. You don’t need to be an expert to get started - we’ll give you all the training and support you need. With over 130 centres across England and Wales, there’s loads of room to grow. Many of our team have built amazing careers doing what they love, helping customers day-to-day and making people feel good.We’re proud to be a workplace where everyone is welcome, valued, and supported to thrive—because when our team reflects the communities we serve, we all grow stronger together.We are looking for an enthusiastic and proactive individuals to join our team. The successful candidate will be committed to providing outstanding customer service and helping to create a positive experience for every visitor.In this role, you will be responsible for the regular cleaning, maintenance and preparation of facilities and equipment, ensuring all areas are safe, clean and welcoming. You will also assist in the delivery of children's parties and events including inflatables, helping to ensure they run smoothly and successfully.We are seeking someone who is hardworking, reliable and conscientious, with excellent communication and interpersonal skills. As you will often be the first point of contact for customers, a friendly and professional approach is essential.In the event that a high volume of suitable applications are received, the post may close prior to the specified closing date. Please apply as soon as possible if interested.Hours: Casual hours, as and when required.RequirementsA proactive and positive attitudeStrong communication and social skillsA reliable, hardworking and conscientious approach to workThe ability to work effectively as part of a teamA commitment to providing an excellent customer experienceBenefitsWe want you to love coming to work, feeling healthy, happy and valued. That's why we've developed a benefits package with you in mind, so what can we offer you?Discounted Staff Membership (including family members) Employee Assistance Programme: 24/7 confidential, independent and professional counselling Financial advice Flexible working hours My Staff Shop employee benefits scheme, offering discounts on cinema tickets, travel, high street e-vouchers, gift cards, days out, leisure activities and everyday spendingPaid annual leave Potential permanent work opportunities Various insurance and savings schemesClosing date: 4th September 2026Salary: up to £13.45 per hour Freedom Leisure is proud to be an equal opportunities employer.We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people, and vulnerable adults, and we expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.

Join the Energy at Freedom Leisure – Do Good Feel Good!

At Freedom Leisure, we’re all about positive vibes, great people, and making a real impact. Yes, we run leisure and cultural facilities, gyms, and swimming pools—but at the heart of it all, it’s our people who make the difference.

As one of the UK’s leading charitable leisure trusts, we’re proud of our mission of Improving Lives Through Leisure. We’re here to help communities live healthier, happier lives by making our centres welcoming, inclusive, and accessible to everyone - because everyone deserves to feel good. We’re all about delivering amazing customer service with a smile—every single day. We create spaces where people feel at home, supported, and inspired.

If you’re passionate about helping others and love creating great experiences, you’ll feel right at home with us. You don’t need to be an expert to get started - we’ll give you all the training and support you need. With over 130 centres across England and Wales, there’s loads of room to grow. Many of our team have built amazing careers doing what they love, helping customers day-to-day and making people feel good.

We’re proud to be a workplace where everyone is welcome, valued, and supported to thrive—because when our team reflects the communities we serve, we all grow stronger together.

We are looking for an enthusiastic and proactive individuals to join our team. The successful candidate will be committed to providing outstanding customer service and helping to create a positive experience for every visitor.

In this role, you will be responsible for the regular cleaning, maintenance and preparation of facilities and equipment, ensuring all areas are safe, clean and welcoming. You will also assist in the delivery of children's parties and events including inflatables, helping to ensure they run smoothly and successfully.

We are seeking someone who is hardworking, reliable and conscientious, with excellent communication and interpersonal skills. As you will often be the first point of contact for customers, a friendly and professional approach is essential.

In the event that a high volume of suitable applications are received, the post may close prior to the specified closing date. Please apply as soon as possible if interested.

Hours: Casual hours, as and when required.

Requirements

A proactive and positive attitude
Strong communication and social skills
A reliable, hardworking and conscientious approach to work
The ability to work effectively as part of a team
A commitment to providing an excellent customer experience

Benefits

We want you to love coming to work, feeling healthy, happy and valued. That's why we've developed a benefits package with you in mind, so what can we offer you?

Discounted Staff Membership (including family members)
Employee Assistance Programme: 24/7 confidential, independent and professional counselling
Financial advice
Flexible working hours
My Staff Shop employee benefits scheme, offering discounts on cinema tickets, travel, high street e-vouchers, gift cards, days out, leisure activities and everyday spending
Paid annual leave
Potential permanent work opportunities
Various insurance and savings schemes

Closing date: 4th September 2026

Salary: up to £13.45 per hour

Freedom Leisure is proud to be an equal opportunities employer.

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people, and vulnerable adults, and we expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.

At Freedom Leisure we welcome our diverse local community to our centres every day and we want to reflect that same multicultural mix inside our business too. We strive to create an inclusive and diverse workplace where people can be themselves, have the same opportunities and thrive together. Because at Freedom Leisure, You Matter!Together, we work to create a workplace where everyone feels valued, no matter their age, race, gender, disability or sexual orientation. We aim to be the employer of choice within our industry and we strive for this every day.

Together, we work to create a workplace where everyone feels valued, no matter their age, race, gender, disability or sexual orientation. We aim to be the employer of choice within our industry and we strive for this every day.