Sports Centre Assistant - Heriot's Sports Centre

We are seeking to appoint reliable, motivated and enthusiastic people to join Heriot's Sports Centre from September 2026.

The Sports Centre Assistant (SCA) will work as part of a team of staff to support the Centre Manager and Supervisor in the day to day running of the facility. Working as part of a shift rota, the SCA will help to deliver excellent customer service and ensure the safety and good conduct of those members of the public who hire the facilities available.

Hours of Work: Hours will be in accordance with requirements during the following times:

During School Term Time: Monday – Thursday Evenings from 5:30pm – 10pm

Friday evening from 4:30pm – 10pm

Weekends from 8.30am to 10pm

During School Holidays: Monday to Sunday from 7am to 10pm

Rota's are produced on a monthly basis and a degree of flexibility across 7 days a week is required as shifts may change subject to external bookings.

Please see attached job description for full details.

We welcome applications from those with a passion for providing excellent customer service. Whilst the position does not require a sports related qualification, a proven interest in Sport and Exercise would be desirable.

Being able to commit to between 2-4 shifts per week (including weekends)

Flexible approach to work

Great communication skills

Additional Information
\n Heriot’s is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share in this commitment.
\n This post is considered Regulated Work with Vulnerable Children and/or Protected Adults, under the Protection of Vulnerable Groups (Scotland) Act 2007 and the successful candidates will be required to obtain membership of the PVG scheme.

Please note that parking is not available on our campus

George Heriot’s Trust is an Equal Opportunities employer and we welcome applications from all sections of the community.

George Heriot’s School is governed by George Heriot’s Trust, Scottish Charity number SC011463