Recreation Assistant

Job description

Recreation Assistant

Ref No: 13431

This is an exciting opportunity for an enthusiastic and passionate individual with a background in sport and leisure to join the Sports Facilities Team at Solent University, based at Test Park. The successful candidate will play a key role in delivering high-quality sports and leisure services, supporting a wide range of activities and helping to provide an excellent experience for students, staff, and external users.

The role will involve a combination of front-of-house responsibilities, outdoor grounds support, and the setup of sports facilities, with a strong focus on delivering excellent customer service. The successful candidate will play an important role in supporting the delivery of a wide range of outdoor sporting activities and ensuring that facilities are maintained to a high standard.

The successful candidate will be required to work flexibly on a shift rota across the University’s sports facilities, with the role being predominantly based at Test Park Sports Facility. This will include supporting daily operations, event delivery, and facility preparation to provide an outstanding experience for all users.

Solent University offers an excellent benefits package. More Information on our website.

We are Confident. We are Progressive. We are Inclusive. We Are Solent.

Closing date: 17 October 2026.

Extra information

Status

Open

Education Level

Secondary School

Location

Southampton

Type of Contract

Full-time jobs

Salary indication

Between £23,557 and £25,448 Per Month

Published at

01-10-2026

Profession type

Management

Full UK/EU driving license preferred

No

Car Preferred

No

Must be eligible to work in the EU

No

Cover Letter Required

No

Languages

English