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Job Description
- You will be joining the Sport & Physical Activity team at the University of Southampton on a mission to create an inclusive, sustainable, and empowering physical activity experience for students and staff. Your role as a Sport Development Connector will involve supporting the delivery of recreational sport programs, engaging with local schools and community groups, and providing operational support across sporting facilities. This dynamic position is crucial for contributing to the University's Active-for-All 2031 plan.
**Key Responsibilities:**
- Deliver informal and social sport programs within facilities and community locations.
- Provide support in-club and outreach activities.
- Establish relationships with local schools and colleges to enhance recruitment and civic engagement.
- Collect feedback and assess program success against set targets.
- Offer operational support, including facility checks, safety procedures, and in-club coordination.
**Qualifications Required:**
- Experience in sport development, outreach, or recreational activity delivery.
- Passion for promoting inclusion, wellbeing, and active lifestyles.
- Excellent communication skills for engaging diverse groups.
- Proactive and flexible approach to working across facilities and initiatives.
This role offers you a fantastic opportunity to positively impact student experience, wellbeing, and community engagement through sport. You will be part of a supportive team with access to professional development opportunities, generous staff benefits, and the chance to influence how sport is delivered at a leading UK university. Please note that an Enhanced DBS check is mandatory for this position.
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As an inclusive university, we strive to create an environment where everyone can thrive. We value and promote a culture of inclusion, respect, and equal opportunities. We encourage a working environment where you can bring your whole self to work. With a competitive holiday allowance, university closure days, and a commitment to supporting staff and students, we are open to flexible working arrangements.
Please note that this role does not qualify for Skilled Worker Visa sponsorship. For alternative UK visa options, please refer to gov.uk. Don't miss the application deadline and apply by 11.59 pm GMT on the closing date. If you need assistance, feel free to contact Recruitment at +44(0)2hidden_mobile or email hidden_email quoting the job number.,
Skills
Recreational Activity DeliveryEngagementOutreachSport DevelopmentOperational SupportCommunication SkillsIf an employer asks you to pay any kind of fee, please notify us immediately. Jobaaj does not charge any fee from the applicants and we do not allow other companies also to do so.
Important dates & deadlines?
Application Deadline
27 Oct 25, 12:44 PM IST
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