Careers/Current Vacancies

It’s more than a job at Lakeside

At YMCA Lakeside we provide high quality residential and day experiences to over 12,000 people each year. When our customers visit Lakeside they overcome challenges, defeat fear, develop relationships and build the skills and character traits that serve them throughout life.

We’re a happy and hard-working team with a focus on delivering enjoyable and challenging programmes that change young people’s lives for the better. Based on the south western shores of Lake Windermere, in 100 acres of private woodland, we provide high-quality outdoor adventure holidays and development programmes for schools, youth groups and corporate clients and families.

We make the most of our natural location, offering more than 50 water and land-based activities ranging from sailing and kayaking to fell walking and abseiling. If you’re interested in joining us for the season or if you’re looking for a career at Lakeside, please browse our current vacancies.

Current Vacancies

Bookings Administrator

Full-Time – 37.5 hours per week; Permanent

£24,375 per annum

Job Reference – 798LAKE

(please note this vacancy is based in Ulverston, Cumbria)

 

Are you inspired and want to play an important role in changing people’s lives be a part in creating inspirational pathways and opportunities, opening doors, and welcoming all to get involved and make a positive difference. Working for us means helping children, young people, and adults of all levels of ability and from all walks of life, to reach their full potential. You’ll be working for a well-established team who work in multiple fields including Young People, Outdoor Education, Physical Activity, Housing, and our own workforce.

 

We offer flexible working, with an emphasis on learning and development through our online training portal for all staff, 28 days annual leave (including Bank Holidays) rising with years of service.  You have a subsidised hot lunch whilst at work, and access to climbing, mountaineering and powerboat handling courses. Possibly the best benefit is working for a company that makes a difference, in a beautiful location.

 

As a Programme Administrator, what does the role entail:

Manage and develop client bookings and visits to YMCA Lakeside for schools and youth groups, and other clients, to delight customers and deliver high levels of repeat bookings.

 

Your day will consist of …

 

  • Respond to inbound enquiries to ensure maximum customer service and conversion of bookings
  • Engage prospective bookers and clients to build trust and loyalty to Lakeside
  • Plan and organise bookings to ensure maximum occupancy and most efficient delivery while meeting client needs
  • Work closely with the Bookings and Administration Manager to ensure that financial contribution/margin is managed for all bookings
  • Liaise with the Programme department effectively and efficiently, to enable them to provide great service levels and deliver programmes efficiently
  • Contribute ideas and market information to ensure that Lakeside is offering maximum impact to children and young people through our programmes

 

This job is for you, if…

  • You have previous administration experience.
  • A flexible approach and be willing to carry out a variety of tasks.
  • Great attention to detail and value excellent customer service.
  • Team working skills and can work on your own initiative or as part of a team.
  • You understand the need for confidentiality with a professional and caring approach to work.
  • You enjoy working in a busy, fast paced environment.

Successful applicants will be required to complete an Enhanced DBS Disclosure.

 

For further information on the role just download our Job Information Pack below.

Closing date for the role is Wednesday 9th October 2024 by 9:00am. Applications submitted and/or received after this time will not be considered.

 

To complete an Application Form please click on the Application Form Link below.

When submitting your application form please quote job reference – 798LAKE

Please return the back page of the Privacy Notice to – Recruitment@fyldecoastymca.org
Please note, that due to the high volume of applications we are currently receiving, we are only able to contact candidates who are successful in progressing to the next stage.

Application Form

Equal Opportunities Form

Privacy Notice – Job Applicant YMCAFC

 

Housekeeper (Bank Vacancy)

Job Reference – BANK12LAKE

As & When required

£10.92 per hour

As a Housekeeper what does the role entail:

Your day will consist of …

• Work as part of the house team under the direction of the Head Housekeeper/Operations Services Manager
• Carry out general cleaning duties, preparation and changeover of client accommodation
• Clean facilities, public areas and meeting rooms as required, maintaining a high standard of cleanliness throughout
• Report any damage to soft furnishings, paint work etc. to Maintenance/Operations Services Manager
• Assist in cleaning and preparation of staff accommodation
• Report any equipment replacement requirement i.e. light bulbs etc. to Maintenance Team
• To assist with general maintenance of public and staff areas, with regard to soft furnishings etc.
• Adhere to all Health and Safety requirements of the job and the Centre as indicated by the Centre Policies and Procedures. Read and accept all risk assessments of equipment

This job is for you, if…

• You have previous cleaning experience in a domestic or workplace setting.
• You have a good standard of education to G.C.S.E level or equivalent, with grade C or above – or equivalent in Mathematics and English.
• You have good communication skills both written and verbal.
• You have great attention to detail and take pride in delivering a quality cleaning service.
• You are a confident team worker who can work on their own initiative or work as part of a team.
• You can work unsociable hours, including evenings and weekends.

Successful applicants will be required to complete an Enhanced DBS Disclosure.

To the successful candidate we offer:
• 28 days annual leave (Pro rata) (including Bank Holidays)
• Flexible working environment
• Opportunities to apply for other internal roles
• An opportunity to work for a company who offer on-going development within your role
• Job Share will also be considered.
• Essential training courses provided relating to job role

For further information on the role just download our Job Information Pack below.

To complete an Application Form please click on the Application Form Link below.

When submitting your application form please quote job reference – Bank12LAKE

Please return the back page of the Privacy Notice to – Recruitment@fyldecoastymca.org
Please note, that due to the high volume of applications we are currently receiving, we are only able to contact candidates who are successful in progressing to the next stage.

Job Information Pack – Housekeeper

Application Form

Equal Opportunities Form

Privacy Notice – Job Applicant YMCAFC

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