Careers

We are seeking talented, enthusiastic and committed people to join our fantastic team here at the RiversMeet Sports Centre.

Café Manager - Maternity Cover, 12 Months Fixed Contract

Full Time: 37.5 hrs per week - Monday – Friday
£24,784.50 per annum

About Us

We are a busy, committed, fun loving, professional team dedicated to ensuring that our customers enjoy the very best experience from this community owned and led leisure centre.

About you

We are looking for an enthusiastic, professional person with good customer service skills who really enjoys being part of a team but are also comfortable working independently. Can make good customer care decisions and take ownership of this important role with confidence. IT/Till Operating experience will be advantageous. Actively lead from the front and take ownership of this important role with confidence.

Essential: 2+ years’ experience leading in hospitality or a café environment, Food Hygiene Level 2/3

What we can offer you

Salary up to £24,784.50 according to experience and qualifications based on an average of 37.5 weekly. We encourage an environment where everyone can be themselves and we celebrate differences and wellbeing. Working at RiversMeet gives you access to lots of great benefits including FREE full centre membership. Also great discounts off our amazing products available in our Sport Shop, children’s activities as well as a heavily discounted Café.

How to apply

If you are interested in joining us, please send a letter of application and CV to deputygeneralmanager@gclt.org.uk or you are welcome to leave your application with reception addressed to Lauren Morris.

Closing date: 20th March 2025. Interviews will follow shortly after, pending availability.

Recreation Assistant

Full Time: 37.5 hrs per week average
£18,135 - £22,698 per annum

About Us

We are a busy, committed, fun loving, professional team dedicated to ensuring that our customers enjoy the very best experience from this community owned and led leisure centre.

As part of our Recreation Team, you will aid the effort in maintaining the highest levels of health and safety and cleanliness across wet and dry activities. Lifeguarding and managing time critical set ups and de-rigs.

About you

Essential: NPLQ – Desirable, training will be fully funded for the right candidate.

We are looking for an enthusiastic, professional person with good customer service skills who really enjoys being part of a team but are also comfortable working independently.

What we can offer you

We encourage an environment where everyone can be themselves and we celebrate differences and wellbeing.

Working at RiversMeet gives you access to lots of great benefits including FREE full centre membership for you and your family. (Gym, Swim, Classes, and Racket Sports). Also great discounts off our amazing products available in our Sport Shop as well as a heavily discounted Café.

There is every opportunity to diversities or expand into a long-lasting career into Leisure.

How to apply

If you are interested in joining us, please send a letter of application and CV to emily.watts@riversmeetgillingham.org or you are welcome to leave your application with reception.

Aqua Fit Instructor

Regular Classes available as well as class cover

Responsibilities include:

Playing a vital role in guiding clients towards their fitness goals while ensuring their safety and enjoyment during each session.
Leading group classes and providing high-quality instruction.
Creating an inclusive and welcoming environment for our customers.

Experience:

Previous experience as an instructor alongside a relevant qualification is required
Ability to effectively communicate and demonstrate exercises to clients of all fitness levels

Benefits:

Free use of the gym, pool and racket sports.
Heavily subsidised café.
Discount on our incredible products in our Sports Shop.

Rates of pay:

£21.63 per hour

If you are interested in joining us, please send a letter of application and CV to lynsey.pledger@riversmeetgillingahm.org or you are welcome to leave your application with reception addressed to Lynsey Pledger.

Swimming Teacher

Regular classes, plus cover

Responsibilities include:

Planning and delivering lessons to suit each swimmer in the class
Ensuring safe provision and correct use of all equipment
Establishing and making sure that safety standards are followed in every lesson
Identifying participants’ abilities and encouraging them to reach their full potential
Providing explanations and demonstrating swimming techniques
Correcting faults in swimming techniques and identifying ways to improve performance

Essential skills

STA Award/Certificate OR ASA Level 2
Being a positive role model, creating a positive and fun environment in which to motivate and encourage children and adults to participate in swimming
Setting ground rules for each session
Evaluating sessions and giving constructive feedback
Regularly assessing each participant’s ability and progress
Confidence to work independently and as part of a team
Highly organised with the ability to multi-task

Benefits

Full use of the facilities

A heavily subsidised café

Discount on Swim School and Gymnastics Direct Debts

Rates of pay:

£16.22 - £18.54 per hour

If you are interested in joining us, please send a letter of application and CV to swish@gclt.org.uk or you are welcome to leave your application with reception addressed to Nick Mattravers.

Pilates & Yoga Instructor

Regular Classes available as well as class cover

Responsibilities include:

Playing a vital role in guiding clients towards their fitness goals while ensuring their safety and enjoyment during each session.
Leading group classes and providing high-quality instruction.
Creating an inclusive and welcoming environment for our customers.

Experience:

Previous experience as an instructor alongside a relevant qualification is required
Strong knowledge of anatomy and how it relates to movement
Ability to effectively communicate and demonstrate exercises to clients of all fitness levels

Benefits:

Free use of the gym, pool and racket sports.
Heavily subsidised café.
Discount on our incredible products in our Sports Shop.