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As Suffolk’s largest independent leisure operator and charitable social enterprise, we offer careers for everyone, whether you’re experienced in leisure or you’re thinking about a career change.
Whether your ambitions lie in mangement, sport, finance, health and wellbeing, catering or marketing, you’ll be able to find your perfect job with us.
We offer unrivalled industry training and development, a range of benefits including pension scheme, free use of Abbeycroft’s health and fitness facilities, generous annual leave entitlement, family friendly benefits, discounts at local restaurants and venues.
If you’re just starting out, we also have a range of apprenticeships available.
Thinking about starting a career in the Sports & Fitness industry? Have a read of our Active Suffolk Career Guide
Our latest vacancies
To apply for any of our current vacancies – please use the ‘Apply Now’ button within each job advert or you can click here to apply.
Please note that we are only able to reply to those who have been shortlisted. If you do not hear from us within four weeks of the closing date then regrettably your application has been unsuccessful on this occasion.
All our jobs include the following benefits:
- Free use of health and fitness facilities
- Generous annual leave entitlement
- Industry training and development
- Family friendly benefits
- Westfield Health Benefits
- Employee & Family wellbeing support services– GP & prescription service (online 24 hr), discounts off well-known brands, and financial, law, family advice service and mental health support
OPERATIONS
Management Accountant/Business Partner – Bury Leisure Centre - closes 8 december
Abbeycroft Leisure is a non-for-profit organisation meaning we reinvest our profits into our services and the communities we are in. We therefore take pride in supporting where we work to provide great facilities and deliver health and wellbeing services to all within. #YourJobMatters
Management Accountant/Business Partner – between £30,000 – £34,000 per annum
As a Management Accountant you will be reporting directly to the Finance and Systems Manager and provide financial support to managers across the Leisure Trust. Your key duties include, but are not limited to:
• Having responsibility to produce management accounts and key performance indicator reports
• Undertaking and assisting with financial performance reporting and forecasting
• Maintaining the integrity of information on the Financial Management Accounting package
• Supporting the development of financial systems to improve efficiency
• Responding accurately to requests for statutory returns within deadlines
• Undertaking monthly report, balance sheet (including bank reconciliation) and budgeting duties as required
• Managing fixed assets and undertaking other ad hoc financial duties as required
37 hours per week
Primarily you will be based at our Bury St Edmunds Leisure Centre, but some of your colleagues work from other sites and so there will be a requirement to travel occasionally. Members of the team also work from home on an ad hoc basis one or two days per week where business needs allow, and we would be happy to consider a similar arrangement after your initial training.
You will be an organised person and a supportive team player but equally comfortable working on your own initiative and with a thorough and logical approach to tasks. The ideal candidate will demonstrate experience of using financial accounting systems and will be confident in initiating and managing change and process improvement.
Experience & Qualifications required
• An Accounting qualification (e.g. AAT foundation, CIMA or ACCA) is essential
• Previous experience of financial accounting systems is essential (e.g. Sage 200)
• Advanced knowledge of MS Excel with the ability to produce complex financial models
• Excellent communication, organisation and time management skills
• A passion for detail and accuracy
• The ability to interpret and explain complex financial information to other stakeholders across Abbeycroft Leisure
• Confident in initiating and managing change and process improvement
Abbeycroft Leisure is a great place to work where your efforts contribute to your community, in return we can offer you:
• A Multisite membership
• A discounted multisite membership for someone that lives with you
• Free child swims*
• Annual Leave entitlement
• Pension Scheme with NEST
• Opportunities for career development and progression
*Not lessons
We also offer Westfield Health Benefits which include:
• Mental, Physical health and financial support
• 24/7 DoctorLineTM
• Access to Togetherall
• Generous Highstreet discounts and cashback
The closing date is 8th December 2023 and Interviews will take place on or before 11th December 2023. We will close this early if an appropriate applicant applies
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Duty Officer – Skyliner sports centre
Abbeycroft Leisure is a non-for-profit organisation meaning we reinvest our profits into our services and the communities we are in. We therefore take pride in supporting where we work to provide great facilities and deliver health and wellbeing services to all within. #YourJobMatters
Duty Officer – £20,662.71 per annum
You will be responsible for carrying out a range of operational duties whilst specialising in assisting members in our fitness suites, delivering excellent customer service at all times.
37 hours per week
Wk 1 Mon 14:15-22:15 Tues 14:15-22:15 Weds 15:15-22:15 Sat 7:45-16:15 Sun 7:45-16:15
Wk 2 Mon 5:45-13:15 Tues 10:15-18:15 Weds 10:15-18:15 Thurs 13:15-22:15 Fri 13:15-22:15
Wk 3 Mon 5:45-13:45 Tues 14:15-22:15 Weds 16:15-22:15 Sat 7:45-16:15 Sun 7:45-16:15
A DBS enhanced disclosure will be required for this post.
We are looking for something who thrives working in a health and wellbeing environment whilst wanting to progress into a supervisory role.
You will currently hold a Level 2 Gym Instructor or Fitness qualification minimum, and emergency first aid at work (this can be gained upon succession)
Abbeycroft Leisure is a great place to work where your efforts contribute to your community, in return we can offer you:
• A Multisite membership
• A discounted multisite membership for someone that lives with you
• Free child swims*
• Annual Leave entitlement
• Pension Scheme with NEST
• Opportunities for career development and progression
*Not lessons
We also offer Westfield Health Benefits which include:
• Mental, Physical health and financial support
• 24/7 DoctorLineTM
• Access to Togetherall
• Generous Highstreet discounts and cashback
Interviews will take place by Microsoft Teams. We will close this early if an appropriate applicant applies so please contact us as soon as possible.
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Duty Officer - Brandon leisure & health hub -
Abbeycroft Leisure is a non-for-profit organisation meaning we reinvest our profits into our services and the communities we are in. We therefore take pride in supporting where we work to provide great facilities and deliver health and wellbeing services to all within. #YourJobMatters
Duty Officer – £20,662.71 per annum
You will be responsible for carrying out a range of operational duties whilst specialising in assisting members in our fitness suites, delivering excellent customer service at all times.
24 hours average per week
Wk 1 Mon 6:30-12:30 Tues 6:30-12:30 Weds 6:30-12:30 Fri 6:30-12:30
Wk 2 Mon 6:30-12:30 Weds 15:00-21:15 Fri 6:30-12:30
Wk 3 Mon 15:00-21:15 Fri 5:30-13:30 Sat 9:00-12:30 Sun 7:30-16:30
Wk 4 Tues 6:30-12:30 Thurs 5:30-12:30 Fri 13:30-21:15
Wk 5 Mon 5:30-13:30 Tues 13:45-21:15 Weds 15:00-21:15 Sat 7:30-16:30 Sun 9:00-13:30
A DBS enhanced disclosure will be required for this post.
We are looking for something who thrives working in a health and wellbeing environment whilst wanting to progress into a supervisory role.
You will currently hold a Level 2 Gym Instructor or Fitness qualification minimum, and emergency first aid at work (this can be gained upon succession)
For those applying for the role without a fitness qualification, there is an opportunity to gain if you hold relevant experience in Leisure
Abbeycroft Leisure is a great place to work where your efforts contribute to your community, in return we can offer you:
• A Multisite membership
• A discounted multisite membership for someone that lives with you
• Free child swims*
• Annual Leave entitlement
• Pension Scheme with NEST
• Opportunities for career development and progression
*Not lessons
We also offer Westfield Health Benefits which include:
• Mental, Physical health and financial support
• 24/7 DoctorLineTM
• Access to Togetherall
• Generous Highstreet discounts and cashback
The closing date is 27th November and Interviews will take place during the week beginning 27th November 2023 by Microsoft Teams. We will close this early if an appropriate applicant applies
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Customer service
Manager with Specialism, Customer Service – Newmarket Leisure centre - Closes 5 december
Abbeycroft Leisure is a non-for-profit organisation meaning we reinvest our profits into our services and the communities we are in. We therefore take pride in supporting where we work to provide great facilities and deliver health and wellbeing services to all within. #YourJobMatters
Customer Service Manager with Specialism – FTE £23,706.93 per anum pro rata
In this role you will be responsible for the day-to-day running of the leisure centre whilst supporting the development of the front of house area and members of staff.
25 hours per week average
Week 1 Mon 5:30-13:30 Weds 9:00-17:00 Fri 5:30-13:30
Week 2 Mon 5:30-13:30 Weds 9:00-17:00 Fri 5:30-13:30
Week 3 Mon 5:30-13:30 Weds 9:00-17:00 Fri 5:30-13:30
Week 4 Mon 5:30-12:30 Weds 9:00-17:00 Fri 5:30-12:30 Sat 7:00-17:00 Sun 7:30-18:00
We are looking for a motivated individual wanting their next challenge. Being a manager at Abbeycroft is a varied role where you will be challenged operationally and have time allocated to manage staff within your specialism.
Experience in Leisure is beneficial, but not required.
For the role as, you will manage operationally, an NPLQ (lifeguarding qualification) and first aid at work is required but can be gained upon succession.
A DBS enhanced disclosure will be required for this post.
Abbeycroft Leisure is a great place to work where your efforts contribute to your community, in return we can offer you:
• A Multisite membership
• A discounted multisite membership for someone that lives with you
• Free child swims*
• Annual Leave entitlement
• Pension Scheme with NEST
• Opportunities for career development and progression
*Not lessons
We also offer Westfield Health Benefits which include:
• Mental, Physical health and financial support
• 24/7 DoctorLineTM
• Access to Togetherall
• Generous Highstreet discounts and cashback
The closing date is 5th December 2023 and Interviews will take place on or before 8th December 2023 by Microsoft Teams. We will close this early if an appropriate applicant applies.
For more information, please contact Abbeycroft’s Recruitment Advisor on 07966 439673
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Swimming instructors/teachers
Swimming Instructor level 2– Haverhill Leisure centre – Closes 8 december
Abbeycroft Leisure is a non-for-profit organisation meaning we reinvest our profits into our services and the communities we are in. We therefore take pride in supporting where we work to provide great facilities and deliver health and wellbeing services to all within. #YourJobMatters
Swimming Instructor – £14.93 per hour
In this role you will have the great responsibility and satisfaction in teaching those of any age to swim. You will be observant of those in the water and be confident in delivering great, enthusiastic sessions for all to learn and grow in their swimming journey
6 hours per week
Mondays – 15:30-18:30 Wednesdays 15:30-18:30
A DBS enhanced disclosure will be required for this post.
We are looking for confident communicators who will take pride in teaching others and have the ability to stay professional in all situations.
You will need to hold an STA Level 2 or Swim England swim teaching qualification (if you are applying without, please enquire when the next courses are being held)
Abbeycroft Leisure is a great place to work where your efforts contribute to your community, in return we can offer you:
• A Multisite membership
• A discounted multisite membership for someone that lives with you
• Free child swims*
• Annual Leave entitlement
• Pension Scheme with NEST
• Opportunities for career development and progression
*Not lessons
We also offer Westfield Health Benefits which include:
• Mental, Physical health and financial support
• 24/7 DoctorLineTM
• Access to Togetherall
• Generous Highstreet discounts and cashback
The closing date is 8th December 2023 and Interviews will take place on or before 11th December 2023 by Microsoft Teams. We will close this early if an appropriate applicant applies.
APPLY NOW
For more information, please contact Abbeycroft’s Recruitment Advisor on 07966 439673
ABOUT ABBEYCROFT - A SOCIAL ENTERPRISE
What goes in – stays in.
We are a not-for-profit social enterprise, which means we re-invest any financial surplus back into our services.
We make a difference.
Our annual social impact is £6 million
We are a trusted partner of choice.
We work with our strategic partners for improved services for all.
We are local.
We have knowledge and understanding of the communities we work in because we are part of those communities.
We work for the whole community.
Providing quality facilities and opportunities to lead a healthier, active lifestyle.
We manage 16 facilities across Suffolk with 1 in Cambridgeshire, on behalf of West Suffolk Council and Babergh and Mid Suffolk District Council.
SAFEGUARDING & EQUAL OPPORTUNITIES POLICY
Abbeycroft Leisure is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people, and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.
Focused on Equal Opportunities, we value diversity in our workforce and positively encourage applications from all sections of the community.
Please note that we are only able to reply to those who have been shortlisted. If you do not hear from us within four weeks of the closing date then regrettably your application has been unsuccessful on this occasion.
Our full privacy policy can be viewed here: privacy-policy
VISION
Inspiring healthier active communities through excellent facilities and services, great experiences and strong partnerships.
MISSION
Inspiring a Healthier You
Inspiring someone to do something that has a positive impact on their health and wellbeing.
VALUES
Act with Integrity
Community Focused
Delivering Together
Pride
Meet some of our staff
DAN
I’m the centre manager at Brandon Leisure Centre. I started as a leisure assistant – then went onto duty officer, duty manger, operations manager, sports centre manager and now leisure centre manager.
The oportunties are here if you want to take them and you can also do all sorts of training – NPLQ, first-aid, NVQs in leisure management etc.
I was very much into martial arts and football so for me this was such a natural career choice becuase I love fitness but you don’t need to have that interest – you just need to like people.
The best part of the job is working with our customers, getting people to their personal best is very rewarding but also some customers just love the social side of being here and that’s a great, positive environment to work within.
KIM
I started as a fitness instructor in 2009 with Abbeycroft – then I did some class instructing and trained as a personal training.
I then progressed to a GP referral instructor, a coordinator and then onto pulmonary and cardiac rehab – so I’m now a qualified Phase 4 GP referral coordinator.
I’ve benefitted from many courses and qualifications with Abbeycroft so I’m very grateful and proud of my progression.
I love seeing the start and the finish of what our GP referral clients achieve – for example a man who came to us after having a stroke had a goal to walk his daughter down the aisle and we were able to help him achieve that.
We get to work with so many different people and every day is different and that’s part of what is appealing. Abbeycroft is very flexible and understanding if you’ve got a family, so this helps a lot of us Mums return to work.
ANDY
I’m a fitness instructor and I used to be a leisure assistant. I love meeting different people, finding out what they want to do – and this inspires me to help them and improve their lifestyle.
Fitness has always been part of my life – I’m actually a professional swimmer, having qualified for Rio but was unable to go because of a heart condition – but I have my sights set on Paris 2024.
Best of my job is interacting with customers and developing a rapport – everyone knows your name here – I love that.
I also enjoy using the facilities myself – and Abbeycroft are so good at helping me to fit in my swim training as well as do my job.
TOBY
I’m a health and wellbeing practitioner at Brandon and Newmarket, overseeing our Active Living referral scheme, dealing with all clients who are referred to us by clinicians.
It’s such a rewarding job becuase we see first hand what a difference exercise and movement can have with these clients – you can’t help but love it.
I’ve had so many opportunities during the last 10 years with Abbeycroft – having had lots of fitness roles. They’ve fnded all the qualifications I’ve taken which is excellent and I would encourage anyone who wants to do something worthwhile as a career to try it.
JOSEPH
I’m a fitness instructor at Brandon Leisure Centre and for me the best part of my job is helping people achieve their goals. I’ve always found the flexibility of the hours great to be honest – and it’s such a happy environment.
I used to work in the construction industry but I’m a people’s person so this job is perfect for me.
I would encourage anyone to give this industry a try…you won’t regret it!
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