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Sharnbrook Academy is seeking a reliable, enthusiastic and customer-focused Sports Centre Assistant to support the day-to-day operation of our busy Sports Centre.

Responsibilities and Accountabilities:

Setting up and clearing equipment as requested. This will include the sports hall, fitness suite, outdoor courts and AGP’s.

Ensure the proper maintenance of all sports equipment.

Ensure that the requisite Health and Safety regulations and Codes of Practice are complied with for the safety of all staff and students, and reporting as required, to the Director of Sport or Sports Development Manager.

Make regular checking of department equipment, fixtures, fittings and services. Reporting any faults to the site team and the Director of Sport or Sports Development Manager.

Sports centre reception duties include checking online booking system, taking payment for pay and play bookings. Ensure payment report is completed at the end of each shift. Clean all equipment daily as required.

Carry out repairs and maintenance to the Fitness room equipment.

Provide First Aid Support to the Sports Centre users and complete all reporting (course must be attended).

Monitor and action all bookings through the online sports facility system.

Set up all equipment prior to club, community or pay to play bookings.

About Meridian Trust –

Meridian Trust is a values-led organisation formed in 2011 that has risen to be one of the highest-performing academy trusts in the country. The Trust is founded on its commitment to a high-quality educational provision for all at the heart of local communities. Meridian currently operates primary, secondary and special schools across Bedfordshire, Cambridgeshire, Peterborough, Lincolnshire and Northamptonshire.

Meridian Trust offers a wealth of fantastic benefits for teaching and support staff which are highlighted below but are not limited to -

Apprenticeship and CPD opportunities which allow you to gain specialist knowledge in a role you are passionate about developing in
Opportunity to jump start your career in teaching through our dedicated Initial Teacher Training Team (ITT)
Support for mental health and wellbeing through our Employee Assistance Programme and other resources
Cycle to work scheme
Defined benefit local government or Teacher’s pension scheme
Healthcare benefits including free eye test vouchers and flu vaccinations
Free on-site parking
Discounts on a wide range of benefits from everyday essentials to holidays

To explore our full range of benefits, please visit https://www.meridiantrust.co.uk/jobs-and-training/benefits/.

For more information about the role please download the Applicant Information Pack below.

52 weeks per year.

17 hours per week:

Monday - 7pm-10:15pm

Tuesday - 7pm-10:15pm

Wednesday - 5pm-10:15pm

Thursday - 5pm-10:15pm

Closing date for applications: 13.10.2026

Interviews will be held on: 15.10.2026

Meridian Trust reserves the right to close the applications early in the event that a suitable candidate is sourced.

The Trust is committed to diversity and inclusion and equality of opportunity for all staff and applications from individuals are encouraged regardless of age, disability, sex, gender reassignment, sexual orientation, race, religion or belief and marriage and civil partnerships.

The Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. All appointments will be subject to pre-employment checks, including an enhanced check with the Disclosure & Barring Service (DBS), as well as online searches.

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Sixth Form Open Evening is 5th November 2026

APPLICATIONS FOR 2026 ARE NOW CLOSED

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Sports Centre Assistant

Sharnbrook Academy