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Maternity Cover (approximately 7 months starting mid April)
Full/part time
Responsibilities
· Line manage some permanent and casual members of staff. Ensuring they feel supported, developed and process HR related matters with support from HR Admin. Scheduling of these staff will also be required.
· Ensuring that all staff operate in line with the Centre Ethos
· Play a key part in driving bookings and sales, thinking innovatively about new ways we can gain new business.
· Deputise in the Centre Manager’s absence – chair meetings, represent at external events.
· Support the Centre Manager in day-to-day running of the Centre.
· Support the centre manager in reviewing financial reports and making improvements to the centre so it remains financially profitable.
· Making sure operations are running in a safe and correct way.
· Resolving issues – staff or customer related.
· Providing an open dialogue with centre management and have an active participation in improving standards of the centre.
· Arrange and liaise with contractors, under the guide of the centre manager, when the above cannot be resolved in house.
· Support the centre in planning, running and executing events.
· Personal management development.
Qualifications and Experience
1. Proven experience in the climbing industry Essential
2. Coaching qualification and experience Desirable
3. An enthusiastic climber Desirable
4. Management qualifications and experience Desirable
Personal Qualities
1. Enthusiastic and positive approach to the role.
2. Punctual, reliable and pro-active.
3. Clear thinker and assertive.
4. Adapt to change effectively and seek continuous improvement whilst aligning with charitable aims.
5. Self-motivated
What we need from you
1. Committed to set regular shift patterns as determined by the Climbing Centre Manager and Scheduling Manager
2. Be willing to work with the Outdoor Manager when required on outdoor activity sessions.
3. The ability to resolve conflict or customer complaints.
4. Organise the smooth and safe running of the Centre with a proactive mindset.
5. To be able to work closely and effectively with the centre management in all areas.
6. The role requires an understanding of Oakwood’s Christian ethos and a willingness to work within an environment that seeks to promote that ethos.
Oakwood Youth Challenge 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. All applicants are subject to thorough screening, and for applicable roles, successful candidates are subject to relevant criminal record checks with the UK’s Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS)
If you are interested in the role, please send your CV and qualifications to jobs@oakwoodclimbingcentre.com with the reference “Assistant Centre Manager”
Freelancer positions available
Qualifications:
Essential
- CWI / RCI or higher
- Proven experience in the Climbing industry/ Outdoor industry
Desirable Skills
- NICAS / NIBAS teaching experience
- Coaching qualification and experience
- Route setting qualification and experience
- Archery GB
- Mountain Bike Qualification
You must also hold a current first aid certificate and your own public liability insurance.
Personal Qualities
- Flexible, proactive and enthusiastic work approach
- Trustworthy
- Punctual and reliable worker
If you are interested in joining our books as a freelancer please send your CV and qualifications to jobs@oakwoodclimbingcentre.com with the reference “Freelancer Position”
Receptionist
Part time and Casual worker contracts available
Part time contract deadline 14th March 2024
Qualifications and Experience
1. Working knowledge of RGP (Rock Gym Pro) or another Point of Sale system
2. Has previously worked in a customer facing role
Personal Qualities
1. Problem solving and analytical skills.
2. Dedicated to providing excellent customer care
3. Punctual, positive, mature, reliable and pro-active.
4. A personal interest in climbing is desirable
What we need from you
1. Excellence needs to be maintained at every level, especially as reception staff are often the first Oakwood
representative to be seen
2. Demonstrate good attention to detail and self-drive.
3. Facilitate the Oakwood ethos
4. Flexible availability, including regular shift work over evenings and weekends.
If you are interested in joining the team as a receptionist please send your CV and qualifications to jobs@oakwoodclimbingcentre.com with the reference “Receptionist position”