Customer Service and Lifeguard Apprentice - Coventry

AT7 Coventry Sports Foundation
AT7 Coventry Sports Foundation
At a glance
  • £283.13/ Week
  • 15 months
  • Intermediate Level Apprenticeship
  • 37.5 hours per week - Monday - Sunday in line with business opening hours. Exact shifts to be confirmed.
  • 1 Oct 2025
Closing date
  • 8 Sep 2025
AT7 Coventry Sports Foundation
AT7 Leisure Centre are looking for a Customer Service and Lifeguard apprentice to join the team, to embrace and lead by example on the Company's key values of Pride, Passion and Performance. Providing a safe environment for children, young people and vulnerable adults.

As a Customer Service and Lifeguard Apprentice at AT7 Leisure Centre, you will be working towards the Customer Service Level 2 apprenticeship programme over the duration of 15 months, alongside achieving the Level 2 Award in Pool Lifeguarding.

Please note you will be required to complete a swim test consisting of the below as part of the interview process.

Jump/dive into deep water
Swim 50 metres in no more than 60 seconds
Swim 100 metres continuously on front and back in deep water and then tread water for 30 seconds
Surface dive to floor of the pool (deepest part)
Climb out of a swimming pool unaided by ladders/steps and where pool design permits

You will be supporting the day-to-day operations and services of CV Life leisure facilities, by carrying out the following responsibilities.

Work directly with children and adults of all ages throughout their usage of CV Life facilities and engagement of activities, both internally and externally
Work collaboratively with a wide range of partner organisations and internal departments
Undertake routine maintenance of equipment and maintaining the cleanliness and safety of the environment
Undertake duties directly associated with the roles of Lifeguard
Setting up equipment for activities, events and competitions
Ensure customers receive an excellent level of service, including supporting with the sale of memberships and bookings for facilities
Maintain accurate records in accordance with GDPR and promote activities using facilities IT systems in accordance with company marketing and branding guidelines
Complete all coursework on time and to the best of your ability
Contribute the the overall ethos and working values of the Foundation
Contribute to raising standards by demonstrating and promoting high expectations
To complete the end-point assessment process including professional discussion (supported by a portfolio of evidence) and observation of practical activities with questioning by an external body
Visit venues outside the centre as required to promote the activities of the company

This job description is not exhaustive or exclusive, and may be reviewed and updated depending on operational requirements and staffing levels.

Please note for this position you will be subject to an Enhanced DBS check, and have the ability to work unsociable hours including, evenings, weekends and Bank Holidays, as well as travel between sites.

Desired Skills

• Good communicator • Well organised and adaptable • Able to use initiative • A good team player • Able to adapt approach to meet needs of customers • Attention to detail

Personal qualities

A positive can-do attitude and able to lead by example
Leadership qualities
Interested in sport and physical activity
Driven to achieve high levels of performance at all times
Enthusiastic
Determined and committed to learn and succeed
Commitment to the safeguarding of children and vulnerable adults
Punctual and reliable
A positive attitude and flexible approach
A desire to support communities and deliver impactful experiences

Qualifications required

Maths and English at a Grade C/4, or equivalent is desired.
Basic IT knowledge.
Level 2 qualification in a relevant field is desired.

Future prospects

Ongoing training and development.

Training to be delivered

Customer Service Practitioner Apprenticeship L2 including Functional Skills in Maths and English

At CV Life, we are dedicated to bringing the benefits that sport, health and fitness provides to the people of Coventry. We offer fantastic facilities for all the family, and for every level of fitness and skill. Everyone is welcome at CV Life!

Employer

AT7 Coventry Sports Foundation

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Address

12 Bell Green Rd

West Midlands

Coventry

CV6 7GP

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