Leisure Officer
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Permanent
Part Time
Community & Sport Jobs
Somerset, Weston-super-mare, United Kingdom, BS226
Job Description
North Somerset Council is committed to providing high-quality services to our community. We are committed to creating a fair, green, and more inclusive environment for all our residents. Join us and contribute to making a positive impact on our community.
The role.
We are seeking a dedicated and experienced Leisure Officer to join our Leisure Service. The Leisure Service Team are responsible for the delivery of the Council's Sport and Leisure Facility Strategy, this identifies the need for the provision of new facilities associated with new housing developments, community development and works closely with our contractors on the continued delivery of leisure facilities across the authority. All of these play a major role in enhancing the opportunities for residents to live healthy lives.
In this role, you will work closely with the existing postholder and our leisure contractors who manage the Council's five leisure centres and Playhouse Theatre, to ensure continued high level service delivery to the residents of North Somerset. You will be responsible for monitoring the contractors' performance, under the new agency model management contract, actioning repairs and maintenance for the leisure buildings and monitoring of associated budgets.
Key responsibilities:
Work style.
At North Somerset Council, we offer a hybrid working environment based on four distinct work styles. Depending on the role and personal circumstances, you will fall into one of these categories. However, please note that during the induction period, it may be necessary to spend more time in the office to support your learning and development. We are flexible and open to discussions about your preferred working style, and if you wish to be in the office more frequently, this can be negotiated.
This role falls into the category of Flexible Worker which means you can expect to work in the following way:
At North Somerset Council, we value our employees and provide a supportive and inclusive work environment.
We offer:
Contact information.
For further information about the role, please contact Karlie Phillips, Leisure Manager, at or or General Leisure Number:
As a Disability Confident Leader, we guarantee to interview all disabled applicants who meet the essential criteria for the job role.
Interview Date: To be confirmed.
Please note: We are currently only able to accept applications from candidates who have full permission to work in the UK and are unable to provide Sponsorship for this role.
Equal opportunities.
At North Somerset Council we want all our employees to feel valued and appreciated. We aim to ensure equality of opportunity and prevent discrimination irrespective of your sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, religion or belief, race, age, disability, including neurodiversity, if you are married or in a civil partnership or are pregnant or currently on maternity leave. We strive to create a workplace that reflects the communities we serve and where everyone feels empowered to bring their full, authentic selves to work.
We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all our staff and volunteers to share this commitment.
We reserve the right to close this advertisement early or extend the closing date depending on the number of applications received.
Proud member of the Disability Confident employer scheme
Leisure Officer Company: North Somerset Council Salary: £32,061 to £38,220 a year, pro rata Hours: Part-time Location: Weston-super-Mare, BS23 1UJ Working pattern: Hybrid - 2 days remote Job type: Contract Posting date: 25 Aug 2026 Closing date: 1 Sept 2026
Summary About us.
North Somerset Council is committed to providing high-quality services to our community. We are committed to creating a fair, green, and more inclusive environment for all our residents. Join us and contribute to making a positive impact on our community.
The role.
We are seeking a dedicated and experienced Leisure Officer to join our Leisure Service. The Leisure Service Team are responsible for the delivery of the Council's Sport and Leisure Facility Strategy, this identifies the need for the provision of new facilities associated with new housing developments, community development and works closely with our contractors on the continued delivery of leisure facilities across the authority. All of these play a major role in enhancing the opportunities for residents to live healthy lives.
In this role, you will; work closely with the existing postholder and our leisure contractors who manage the Council's five leisure centres and Playhouse Theatre, to ensure continued high level service delivery to the residents of North Somerset. You will be responsible for monitoring the contractors' performance, under the new agency model management contract, actioning repairs and maintenance for the leisure buildings and monitoring of associated budgets.
Key responsibilities:
Work style.
At North Somerset Council, we offer a hybrid working environment based on four distinct work styles. Depending on the role and personal circumstances, you will fall into one of these categories. However, please note that during the induction period, it may be necessary to spend more time in the office to support your learning and development. We are flexible and open to discussions about your preferred working style, and if you wish to be in the office more frequently, this can be negotiated.
This role falls into the category of Flexible Worker which means you can expect to work in the following way:
At North Somerset Council, we value our employees and provide a supportive and inclusive work environment.
We offer:
Contact information.
For further information about the role, please contact Karlie Phillips, Leisure Manager, at or or General Leisure Number:
. click apply for full job details
The role.
We are seeking a dedicated and experienced Leisure Officer to join our Leisure Service. The Leisure Service Team are responsible for the delivery of the Council's Sport and Leisure Facility Strategy, this identifies the need for the provision of new facilities associated with new housing developments, community development and works closely with our contractors on the continued delivery of leisure facilities across the authority. All of these play a major role in enhancing the opportunities for residents to live healthy lives.
In this role, you will work closely with the existing postholder and our leisure contractors who manage the Council's five leisure centres and Playhouse Theatre, to ensure continued high level service delivery to the residents of North Somerset. You will be responsible for monitoring the contractors' performance, under the new agency model management contract, actioning repairs and maintenance for the leisure buildings and monitoring of associated budgets.
Key responsibilities:
- Ensuring leisure centres are meeting contract responsibilities including responsibilities including areas such as health and safety, cleanliness and compliance and organising rectification for non-conformance.
- Arrange and attend monthly client meetings with contracted sites with the Leisure Manager, recording and actioning any areas of concern when required.
- Identifying and actioning council liable repairs and maintenance issues, through partnership working with contractors.
- Under the direction of the Leisure Manager monitor the delivery of the leisure contract, including the new agency delivery model.
- Monitor the repair and maintenance budgets, under the direction of the Leisure Manager.
Work style.
At North Somerset Council, we offer a hybrid working environment based on four distinct work styles. Depending on the role and personal circumstances, you will fall into one of these categories. However, please note that during the induction period, it may be necessary to spend more time in the office to support your learning and development. We are flexible and open to discussions about your preferred working style, and if you wish to be in the office more frequently, this can be negotiated.
This role falls into the category of Flexible Worker which means you can expect to work in the following way:
- 2-3 days in the office (pro rata)
- Works both from home and the office, depending on the task at hand.
- Training is provided to help balance work-life and manage time effectively, with an emphasis on communication for team touchpoints and planning in-office days for collaboration.
At North Somerset Council, we value our employees and provide a supportive and inclusive work environment.
We offer:
- Competitive salary and benefits.
- Flexible working arrangements.
- Local Government Pension.
- Opportunities for professional development.
- Inclusive Staff groups including Carers, Disabled, LGBTQ+, REACH (Race, Ethnicity, and Cultural Heritage), and Young Staff Forums.
- Opportunity to purchase up to an additional 10 days annual leave each year.
- Dedicated in house Wellbeing Team.
- Salary sacrifice Cycle to Work and Electric Vehicle schemes.
Contact information.
For further information about the role, please contact Karlie Phillips, Leisure Manager, at or or General Leisure Number:
As a Disability Confident Leader, we guarantee to interview all disabled applicants who meet the essential criteria for the job role.
Interview Date: To be confirmed.
Please note: We are currently only able to accept applications from candidates who have full permission to work in the UK and are unable to provide Sponsorship for this role.
Equal opportunities.
At North Somerset Council we want all our employees to feel valued and appreciated. We aim to ensure equality of opportunity and prevent discrimination irrespective of your sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, religion or belief, race, age, disability, including neurodiversity, if you are married or in a civil partnership or are pregnant or currently on maternity leave. We strive to create a workplace that reflects the communities we serve and where everyone feels empowered to bring their full, authentic selves to work.
We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all our staff and volunteers to share this commitment.
We reserve the right to close this advertisement early or extend the closing date depending on the number of applications received.
Proud member of the Disability Confident employer scheme
Leisure Officer Company: North Somerset Council Salary: £32,061 to £38,220 a year, pro rata Hours: Part-time Location: Weston-super-Mare, BS23 1UJ Working pattern: Hybrid - 2 days remote Job type: Contract Posting date: 25 Aug 2026 Closing date: 1 Sept 2026
Summary About us.
North Somerset Council is committed to providing high-quality services to our community. We are committed to creating a fair, green, and more inclusive environment for all our residents. Join us and contribute to making a positive impact on our community.
The role.
We are seeking a dedicated and experienced Leisure Officer to join our Leisure Service. The Leisure Service Team are responsible for the delivery of the Council's Sport and Leisure Facility Strategy, this identifies the need for the provision of new facilities associated with new housing developments, community development and works closely with our contractors on the continued delivery of leisure facilities across the authority. All of these play a major role in enhancing the opportunities for residents to live healthy lives.
In this role, you will; work closely with the existing postholder and our leisure contractors who manage the Council's five leisure centres and Playhouse Theatre, to ensure continued high level service delivery to the residents of North Somerset. You will be responsible for monitoring the contractors' performance, under the new agency model management contract, actioning repairs and maintenance for the leisure buildings and monitoring of associated budgets.
Key responsibilities:
- Ensuring leisure centres are meeting contract responsibilities including responsibilities including areas such as health and safety, cleanliness and compliance and organising rectification for non-conformance.
- Arrange and attend monthly client meetings with contracted sites with the Leisure Manager, recording and actioning any areas of concern when required.
- Identifying and actioning council liable repairs and maintenance issues, through partnership working with contractors.
- Under the direction of the Leisure Manager monitor the delivery of the leisure contract, including the new agency delivery model.
- Monitor the repair and maintenance budgets, under the direction of the Leisure Manager.
Work style.
At North Somerset Council, we offer a hybrid working environment based on four distinct work styles. Depending on the role and personal circumstances, you will fall into one of these categories. However, please note that during the induction period, it may be necessary to spend more time in the office to support your learning and development. We are flexible and open to discussions about your preferred working style, and if you wish to be in the office more frequently, this can be negotiated.
This role falls into the category of Flexible Worker which means you can expect to work in the following way:
- 2-3 days in the office (pro rata)
- Works both from home and the office, depending on the task at hand.
- Training is provided to help balance work-life and manage time effectively, with an emphasis on communication for team touchpoints and planning in-office days for collaboration.
At North Somerset Council, we value our employees and provide a supportive and inclusive work environment.
We offer:
- Competitive salary and benefits.
- Flexible working arrangements.
- Local Government Pension.
- Opportunities for professional development.
- Inclusive Staff groups including Carers, Disabled, LGBTQ+, REACH (Race, Ethnicity, and Cultural Heritage), and Young Staff Forums.
- Opportunity to purchase up to an additional 10 days annual leave each year.
- Dedicated in house Wellbeing Team.
- Salary sacrifice Cycle to Work and Electric Vehicle schemes.
Contact information.
For further information about the role, please contact Karlie Phillips, Leisure Manager, at or or General Leisure Number:
. click apply for full job details