Sport & Exercise Supervisor

Sport & Exercise Supervisor Sub Department Sports Centre, Lakeside & Riverside Location University of Worcester Arena Salary £26,338 to £29,959 Post Type Full Time Contract Type Permanent Closing Date Sunday 30 November 2025 Interview Date Thursday 11 December 2025 Reference SSES2534 About the Role Join our Sport & Exercise Science team and take a leading role in delivering high-quality sport and recreation services across our outstanding facilities, including the University Arena, Riverside Centre, and St Johns Campus Sport Centre. This is an exciting opportunity to develop leadership and management skills while supervising multi-sport complexes and leading a team of Sport & Exercise Assistants. Youll plan and deliver recreation activities, support BUCS sport, and mentor students on placements to enhance their learning and employability. Youll also contribute to event management, financial performance, and operational planning, ensuring our facilities remain safe, inclusive, and accessible for students, staff, and community users. About Us The School of Sport & Exercise Science boasts extensive facilities, including: - University Arena: 2,000-seat venue with 3 basketball courts, designed for mobility-impaired athletes - St Johns Campus Sport Centre: 6-court sports hall, gymnasium, clinical simulation rooms, and two FA/RFU-accredited 3G pitches - Riverside Centre: Fitness gym, sprung-floor activity hall, sports therapy and physiotherapy clinics, and a new rehabilitation clinic - Lakeside Campus: 50-acre outdoor activity site undergoing redevelopment We also offer specialist academic facilities such as physiology labs, performance analysis labs, and biomechanics and psychology labs. Our team works closely with Worcester Students Union and partners with local clubs and elite-level sport, including Worcestershire County Cricket Club, Worcester Rugby Football Club, and UW Worcester Wolves Basketball Club. Whats in it for you? - Annual incremental increase up to £29,959, with the opportunity to progress to £31,637 subject to performance and the university reward scheme - Up to 34 days of leave per year (inclusive of bank holidays and University closure days), rising to 39 total days after 5 years continuous service - Access to a range of benefits, including our Staff Retail Benefits Scheme - Wellbeing advice and support through our Employee Assistance Programme - In-house training and development support - A friendly, inclusive and supportive culture and work environment About You Were looking for someone who: - Holds a degree (or equivalent) in sport, exercise, or outdoor activity and has at least 3 years industry experience - Has current qualifications or experience in sport, exercise, fitness, or physical activity facilitation - Demonstrates excellent organisational skills and the ability to manage bookings and events to tight deadlines - Can confidently train and supervise staff, ensuring safe and effective daily operations - Brings strong communication and interpersonal skills to work with students, staff, and external partners - Has applied knowledge of Health & Safety, safeguarding, and risk management procedures - Is computer literate and comfortable using Microsoft applications and social media for promotion - Holds (or is willing to obtain) a first aid qualification - A full driving licence and higher-level coaching or health and safety qualifications are desirable Please note that this post does not meet the minimum salary requirements for visa sponsorship under the Skilled Worker Route. We are therefore unable to consider applicants for this post who will require sponsorship to work in the UK. Please note that if not already an employee of the University of Worcester, the appointed candidate will be employed through our subsidiary company Uniworc Limited, a wholly owned subsidiary of the University of Worcester. Appointees of Uniworc Limited will automatically be enrolled into the Aviva FlexHE defined contribution pension scheme (subject to earnings and other eligibility criteria). We value diversity and wish to promote equality at all levels.

Location: Worcester, West Midlands, GB

Posted Date: 11/14/2025