Sports Operations Duty Manager - Internal Applicants only

Sports Operations Duty Manager - Internal Applicants only £28,778 rising annually to £31,236 pro rata Part Time, Permanent - Professional Ser

PLEASE NOTE: This is an internal advert and is open to current Oxford Brookes University staff only.

This is a permanent, part time (16 hours per week) contract.

An exciting opportunity has arisen for an individual with a passion for sport and active lifestyles; we are seeking to recruit someone with a real desire to have a positive impact on the lives of others, whilst delivering customer service excellence in a fast paced environment; working within a large team of equally driven colleagues. As a Sports Duty Manager, you will have a varied role ranging from managing sports facilities, supervising colleagues, dealing with customers and attending team meetings.

You will be responsible for ensuring each shift runs smoothly, opening and closing responsibilities, conducting facilities checks and pool water tests. You will provide management cover across all aspects of the sports centre whilst on shift. You are the main point of operational contact, helping wherever necessary, making sure customers are happy and ensuring your team are where they should be at the right times. We are looking for a strong team player with skill, energy, and determination to help drive and develop the business alongside a team of like minded individuals.

This role also gives you the opportunity to learn all aspects of the business in preparation for your next career step.

Some responsibilities of this role include (but are not limited to):

• To help lead and manage the day to day running of all facilities
• To help lead and deliver operational excellence of the facilities
• Ensuring a welcoming front of house presence is always delivered
• Assuming responsibility for centre operations on a shift rotation basis, including key holding, opening and/or closing the centre
• Coordinating the efficient and effective deployment of your team
• Carry out fitness instruction, reception cover, and pool supervision as trained and required
• Financial reconciliation and banking duties
• Carrying out relevant and required Health and Safety checks
• Establish and maintain excellent relationships with our customers and visitors.

In this role you will work cross site between our Headington Campus and our Harcourt Hill campus. Some shifts may also be required at partner facilities e.g. Headington Rye (swimming pool and tennis courts)

The candidate:

• Have a passion for sports and active lifestyles.
• Have some experience of working in a customer service role; whether in hospitality, retail or leisure.
• A National Pool Lifeguard qualification or willing to work towards obtaining this qualification.
• Must be passionate about great customer service.
• Must be willing to work a flexible shift pattern including early mornings, evenings, and weekends.
• Should understand relevant health and safety legislation.
• Should have excellent verbal communication skills.
• Should have confidence and an approachable nature.

Please see the attached job description and person specification.

As one of the largest employers in Oxford we pride ourselves in the great experience we offer our staff. You'll be joining a friendly, professional environment where every member of staff is recognised as important to the success of Oxford Brookes University.

What you will get:

• Excellent personal development opportunities
• Opportunity of mentorship with senior staff at the university
• Access to sports facilities
• An opportunity to be challenged and learn.

You will also enjoy the benefits of working at Oxford Brookes University with up to 38 days holiday, rising to 41 days holiday (this includes 13 Bank Holidays and Concessionary Days), a generous Local Government pension scheme (19.2% Employer contribution rate), cycle to work scheme and access to a variety of university facilities (NHS Dentist, Brookes Nursery, Gym, and sports facilities). For more information about benefits please see the document ''All about Brookes'' below.

If you feel like you have the required skills and experience, please complete the application form and upload your CV.

If you would like an informal discussion, please contact Jamie Buxton to arrange a call or meeting. Point of contact: Jamie Buxton, Operations and Compliance Manager Jbuxton@brookes.ac.uk

Please note: The successful applicant will need to be subject to a background disclosure check by the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) before any appointment can be confirmed. A copy of the DBS Codes of Practice concerning background checks is available for all applicants upon request.

This role will not attract sufficient points to obtain a sponsored Skilled Worker visa under the points based immigration system.

Equality, diversity and inclusion

At Oxford Brookes, inclusivity is one of our five guiding principles: we take positive steps to create an environment in which we celebrate, value and provide equal opportunity to all. We are committed to recruiting from the widest possible pool and welcome applications from all suitably qualified candidates who embrace our values, regardless of their background.

As a Disability Confident Employer we guarantee to interview any disabled applicant who meets the essential selection criteria.

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https://my.corehr.com/pls/oburecruit/erq_jobspec_details_form.jobspec?p_id=194965 Closing Date : 16-Aug-2026 Vacancy ID : 194965 Faculty or Directorate : Sports and Active Wellness Location : Cheney Centre for Sport For more information : pdteam-operations@brookes.ac.uk Posted on : 31-Jul-2026 Click on the link(s) below to view documents Filesize A. Job Description 149.7 B Person Specification.pdf 82.5 Return to Search Apply for Job