Sports Assistant

Job Description

The University of Reading is a prestigious institution, ranked 24th in the UK for 2025 and joint 169th in the 2024 QS World University Rankings. The University is ranked 1st in the UK in the People & Planet University League and contributes £1 billion to the UK economy. Recently, it was awarded Sustainable University of the Year in The Times and The Sunday Times Good University Guide 2025.

The University is also in the midst of delivering its ambitious three-year Sport & Active Wellbeing Vision, focused on inspiring, expanding, and integrating sport and active wellbeing into both the University and the wider community.

As part of the SportsPark department, the Sports Assistant will join the Facilities & Operations team, playing a key role in providing essential operational and facility support to SportsPark users. The role will also involve assisting with the development and delivery of various sports and active wellbeing initiatives across the University. This position is split, with approximately 80% focused on supporting the Sports Facilities Managers with operational tasks, and 20% dedicated to sports development duties.

As an important team member, you will need to have:

Strong communication skills, both written and verbal.

A genuine interest in sport and fitness.

The ability to take initiative and contribute to the growth of sport and active wellbeing for a diverse group of users.

Candidates should be prepared to work a shift pattern that includes early mornings, evenings, and two weekends out of every three, ensuring that the SportsPark facilities operate efficiently during all business hours.

If you are passionate about improving and expanding a vibrant sport and active wellbeing programme at a leading UK Green Flag campus, we would love to hear from you.

Closing Date: 11:59pm, Sunday 2nd February 2025
Interviews: Tuesday 11th February 2025

Contact Details

Samantha Sumner, Business & Operations Manager
Email: s.m.sumner@reading.ac.uk

Michael Dyer & Kris Morgan-Jones, Sports Facilities Managers
Emails: m.dyer@reading.ac.uk or k.morgan-jones@reading.ac.uk

Applications from candidates who require sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. However, non-UK applicants who do not already have the right to work in the UK should note that sponsorship will not be available for this role under the Skilled Worker Route, based on the applicable SOC code. For further information, please visit the UK Visas and Immigration website.

The University is committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workforce, supporting the gender equality Athena SWAN Charter, the Race Equality Charter, and LGBT+ equality. Applications for job-share, part-time, and flexible working arrangements are encouraged and will be considered based on business needs.