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

Estates Supervisor

***INTERNAL APPLICANTS ONLY***

YMCA Lakeside

Full-Time – 37.5 hours per week; Permanent

£26,286 per annum

Job Reference – 813LAKE

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 and possible the best benefit is working for a company that makes a difference.

As a Estates Supervisor what does the role entail:

Your day will consist of …

  • Manage and monitor a Planned Preventative maintenance system, including contract management of various sub-contractors and specialist services to maintain compliance records.
  • To undertake and manage a range of maintenance works, including plumbing, joinery, minor building works.
  • Management of periodic checks through all areas for items requiring attention, particularly light fittings, toilets/kitchens and all doors/barriers/shutters, ensuring all exits and walkways are kept free from obstructions.
  • Escalate any faults or issues outside of competence to appropriate sub-contractors.
  • Effectively manage a site wide maintenance budget, monitor and maintain effective cost control.
  • Be compliant with relevant health and safety legislation/guidelines and ensure compliance with these at all times.

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.

Job Reference – 813LAKE

Closing date for the role is Thursday 27th March 2025 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 – 813LAKE

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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