Assistant Manager - Carlton Forum Leisure Centre


Company:	Gedling Borough Council
Salary:	£34,811 to £36,581 a year
Hours:	Full-time
Location:	NG4 3SH
Working pattern:	On-site
Job type:	Permanent
Posting date:	27 Oct 2026
Closing date:	15 Nov 2026

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Summary

Gedling Leisure is seeking a motivated, experienced and highly capable individual to join our team as an Assistant Manager at our flagship facility, Carlton Forum Leisure Centre.

Reporting to the Leisure Operations and Transformation Manager and working closely with the wider management team, you will play a key role in the day-to-day leadership and operation of one of the borough's busiest leisure centres. You will be responsible for planning, coordinating and delivering all aspects of the service, ensuring the centre operates safely, efficiently and to the highest possible standards.

The successful candidate will have proven experience in leisure facility management, with a strong track record in leading teams, managing health and safety, delivering excellent customer experiences and driving business and financial performance. Candidates must fully meet the essential criteria outlined within the Person Specification and be prepared to work as part of a four-week management rota, including early mornings, evenings and weekends.

This is an exciting opportunity for an ambitious individual looking to take the next step in their leisure management career and join a successful, innovative and passionate team committed to delivering outstanding services for local communities.

For an informal discussion about the role, please email Conor Payne – Leisure Operations and Transformation Manager at conor.payne@gedling.gov.uk.

Employee benefits

At Gedling Borough Council, you will be part of a supportive organisation with a clear public service ethos: serving people and improving lives. We offer a competitive local government benefits package, including access to the Local Government Pension Scheme, generous annual leave, flexible working where service needs allow, learning and development opportunities and wellbeing support.

Gedling Borough Council is committed to equality, diversity and inclusion, and to creating a workplace where everyone is treated with dignity and respect. In addition we committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. Safer recruitment checks will be undertaken in line with council policy.

How to apply

To apply, please first read and understand both the job description, and Person Specification, complete the online application form and tell us how your experience, skills and professional approach meet the requirements of the person specification.

We can only shortlist candidates who clearly demonstrate how they meet the criteria set out in the Person Specification. Please read this document carefully before completing your application.

Please note all appointments are subject to a Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check. The level of disclosure required will depend on the duties and responsibilities of the role.

We reserve the right to close this vacancy early should we receive a high volume of suitable applications. We therefore encourage interested candidates to submit their application as soon as possible.

Please be advised, you must have the right to work in the UK at the time of application; we are unable to offer visa sponsorship for this role.

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