The University of Salford
Sports Centre Receptionist

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Salford, United Kingdom (On-site)
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Job Info
- Job Identification: 1020
- Posting Date: 09/21/2026, 09:07 AM
- Apply Before: 09/27/2026, 10:55 PM
- Job Schedule: Part time
- Contract Type: Permanent
- Duration of FTC: 0.4
- Salary: From £26,707 to £27,319
- DBS required: Yes
- Driving Required: No
- Organization: Student Experience and Support, University of Salford
Join us at The University of Salford as a Sports Centre Receptionist and be part of Team Salford, and one of the UK's fastest growing universities.
We are looking for enthusiastic and customer-focused people to join our team in an exciting opportunity at The University of Salford’s Sports Centre. You will report to the Front of House Duty Manager and have responsibility for carrying out swimming pool lifeguard duties, facility tours, and setup for a variety of sports activities.
We are looking for people who will contribute to a professional, safe, and enjoyable customer experience for everyone in our Sports Centre.
Our indoor Sports Centre is located on the Peel Park Campus and features:
- 25 metre swimming pool with sauna and spa
- Fitness suites consisting of cardiovascular, resistance, weights, and strength and conditioning rooms
- 2 squash courts
- Fitness studio
- 6-court sports hall
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- Carry out Swimming Pool Lifeguard duties for the health and safety of facility users and staff (NPLQ Qualification must be held to undertake this)
- Administer first aid
- Play a key role in developing and maintaining high standards of customer service
- Manage and champion the use of our Leisure Management System to take bookings and payments for facility usage
- Complete membership sign-ups and build a rapport with new and existing customers.
- Assist in any development / promotion / organisation of events / activities at any University Sports facility
- Set up and dismantle equipment for events / activities / functions, etc.
- Clean and tidy facility equipment
Please note that a National Pool Lifeguard Qualification (NPLQ) is essential for this role.
What’s in it for you?
- Competitive salary - and excellent pension scheme
- An impressive 32 days leave - plus bank holidays, additional time off at Christmas and the opportunity to buy even more!
- Professional development we offer a comprehensive package of training and development opportunities to help you achieve your full potential
- Our community - there's a real sense of belonging here at Salford. We value diversity, in backgrounds and in experiences. Our difference makes us stronger, and together we share a passion for improving students' lives
- The perks! - MySalford, our online employee portal offers a wide range of lifestyle benefits and discounts


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Job Description
Join us here in Salford and be part of one of the UK’s fastest growing universities. At Salford, you’ll find a career that works for you, with flexible working, great benefits, generous annual leave and continuous professional development.
All our people are important to us, and we have services dedicated to your mental and physical wellbeing from an Employee Assistance Programme to discounted gym membership. All of this on either our Peel Park campus or our MediaCity campus, at the heart of a world-renowned digital and media hub.
We value diversity — in backgrounds and in experiences. Our difference makes us stronger, and together we share a passion for improving students’ lives. We have a commitment to be Net Zero by 2038 and embed sustainability in all aspects of university life.
And, most importantly, we offer you a rewarding career. A career where everything you do will make a difference – to the students, our local community and the world around you.
At the University of Salford you’ll join a place to be inspired, connect and thrive. Find out more about a career that works for you at www.salford.ac.uk/jobs.
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