How2Become - Be What You Want

Leisure Centre Manager

Leisure Centre Manager

Do you want to become a Leisure Centre Manager? Here is some information to help point you in the right direction:

Job Description - Print Page

Leisure centre managers are responsible for all aspects of running a leisure centre. Their duties include:

  • the day-to-day operation of the centre
  • arranging timetables for all the facilities
  • recruiting and supervising staff
  • organising advertising, promoting facilities and special events
  • managing the finances
  • reporting to the owners on a regular basis
  • making sure health and safety rules are followed.

Leisure centre managers' working hours are irregular and may include early mornings, evenings, weekends and bank holidays. They also have to be at the centre for special events, emergencies or to supervise or cover for absent staff.

Most of their time is spent in the centre, but they may sometimes work outdoors.

Salaries range from around £18,000 for new leisure centre managers to more than £35,000 for experienced senior managers.

Leisure centre managers should have:

  • administrative, planning and management ability
  • financial knowledge
  • good communication skills
  • an interest and ability in marketing
  • computer skills
  • ability to lead staff and cope with emergencies
  • an interest in sport and fitness.

Opportunities occur mainly in towns and cities throughout the country. Employers include local authorities and private leisure centre owners.

Leisure centre manager jobs are mostly filled by people with professional qualifications or degrees, and at least five years' employment experience. Graduates normally start at trainee or assistant manager level. Non-graduates may gain experience working in different areas of the leisure centre, attain professional qualifications and progress through the levels to manager. There is no upper age limit.

Training is on the job, while studying for relevant professional qualifications.

Advancement to senior positions depends on experience and qualifications. Larger authorities and companies offer good prospects.
 

 



 

More Useful Resources - Leisure Centre Manager:

Do you know of a useful and relevant website that would be helpful to our users? Tell us about it by emailing

A

B

C

D

E

F

G

H

I

J

K

 

L

M

N

O

P

R

S

T

U

V

W

Y

Z

© Crown Copyright 1995-2006 Most of the material featured in this website is subject to Crown copyright protection unless otherwise indicated.

Partner Sites: Jobs In - UK Jobs and Recruitment Directory