Work for DCLT

To deliver a wide-ranging programme of activities, Doncaster Culture & Leisure Trust requires a diverse workforce across a range of roles and job functions.

Current Courses

Pool Lifeguard - Level 2 (RQF)

30–31 March & 1–3 April 2026
8am–4pm
Askern Leisure Centre (DN6 9LN)
£250 (Free for ages 16–18, eligible applicants)
Qualification + opportunity to work with DCLT

🔗 Pool Lifeguard Training Opportunity with DCLT March/April – Fill in form

Open Water Lifeguard – STA Level 2

2-day course (dates provided on application)
Hatfield Outdoor Activity Centre (Aquapark)
£250 (Free for ages 16–18, eligible applicants)
Guaranteed interview

🔗 Open Water Lifeguard Course – Fill in form

Deep & Shallow Aqua Instructor

Dates provided on registration
DCLT venues
Free when committing to work with DCLT
£25 per hour pay upon completion

🔗 Deep & Shallow Aqua Instructor Course – Fill in form

STA Babies & Pre-School Swimming

28–30 April 2026
8am–3pm
Adwick Leisure Complex (DN6 7QF)
Free (usually £395) when committing to work with DCLT

🔗 STA Babies & Pre-School Swimming Course – Fill in form

STA Level 2 Teaching Course - starting April 2026

The course is delivered through blended learning, and candidates must complete the required home learning before the face-to-face sessions begin.

The cost of this course is normally £550. However, if you are successful during the selection process, you will be offered a place on the course for just £150, subject to completing an indemnity with DCLT. Learners must have all pre-requisites in place before the start of the course; post-course submissions will not be accepted.

25 & 26 April 2026
5 & 6 May 2026
9 May 2026
9am -5pm each day
Adwick Leisure Complex (DN6 7QF) for training sessions
£150 (usually £550) when committing to work with DCLT

🔗 STA Level 2 Swimming Teaching course - Fill in form

Job applications

As users of the Disability Confident scheme, we guarantee to interview all disabled applicants who meet the minimum criteria for the vacancy. All of our current vacancies are listed below. If you are interested in applying, then simply click on Apply Now and fill out your details on our online application form.

DCLT Gender Pay Gap Report

We are looking to recruit additional board members!

To enable us to deliver our services to a high standard and with robust scrutiny, DCLT is looking to recruit additional board members to join our current board. We are looking for people who have a passion for our industry, attention to detail, and skills and experience that can help drive the Trust forward.

To apply, please send your CV and covering letter to

trusteeapplication@dclt.co.uk

Find out more here.

Interested in completing work experience/work placement at DCLT?

We offer students interested in working in the leisure industry the opportunity to complete a work experience placement at one of our sites.

If you would like to do this, please complete this form, and we will contact you regarding the placement.

Casual Swim Teachers Level 2

Salary: £14.50 - £18.00 per hour dependant on qualification
Experience: Level 2 in teaching swimming
Closing date: Tue, 31 Mar 2026

We are looking for Level 2 Swim Teachers to deliver outstanding swimming lessons on a casual basis across the City of Doncaster. You will need to hold a level 2 qualification in teaching swimming.

Location: Trustwide - Leisure
Salary: £22.50 per hour
Experience: Level 2 British Gymnastics Instructor Certificate or British Gymnastics Activity Instructor (GAI)
Closing date: Tue, 31 Mar 2026

We're looking for casual Gymnastics Instructors to deliver RISE Gymnastics lessons at sites across the Trust. You will need to hold a Level 2 British Gymnastics Instructor Certificate or British Gymnastics Activity Instructor(GAI) or equivalent.

Location: Trustwide
Salary: National Minimum Wage- dependant on age
Experience: L2 Fitness/Gym Instructor qualification or equivalent required as a minimum
Closing date: Tue, 30 Jun 2026

Doncaster Culture & Leisure Trust (DCLT), are looking for Fitness Instructors with a can-do attitude.

Salary: 16-17 years old £7.55 per hour, 18-20 Years Old £10.00 per hour 21 years old + £12.21 per hour
Experience: Valid Pool LIfeguard Certificate is required for this role
Closing date: Tue, 31 Mar 2026

We are looking for enthusiastic and conscientious individuals who hold a current Pool Lifeguard L2 qualification as a minimum, to work on a casual basis at venues across Doncaster.

Location: Adwick Leisure Complex
Salary: £15,642.86 (pay review pending April 2026)
Experience: Valid Pool Lifeguard Qualification is a requirement for this post
Closing date: Sun, 22 Mar 2026

We are looking to recruit Lifeguard/Leisure Assistants to join the team at Adwick Leisure Complex

Location: Armthorpe Leisure Centre
Salary: £24,116 per annum subject to a pay review in April 2026
Experience: Willing and able to undertake Pool Lifeguard course and qualification
Closing date: Sun, 22 Mar 2026

This is a varied and rewarding role where you will help ensure the smooth,safe and efficient running of our Leisure venues while supporting staff and making every customer experience a positive one.

Location: Hatfield Outdoor Activity Centre
Salary: £30,869 per annum (pending April pay review)
Experience: Minimum of two years outdoor activity centre experience.
Closing date: Tue, 17 Mar 2026

DCLT are looking for an Assistant Manager at Hatfield Outdoor Activity Centre to work alongside the General Manager in delivering a fantastic guest journey from start to finish.

Location: The Dome
Salary: £34,602 per annum
Experience: Strong and experienced Duty Manager or success in a similar role.
Closing date: Tue, 17 Mar 2026

The Assistant Manager, The Lagoons, role is a new position for Doncaster Culture and Leisure forming a prominent position in the leisure management structure and playing a crucial role in the operations of the Trust's flagship venue Supporting the Leis...

Location: Choose Fitness Balby
Salary: £30,869 (pending April pay review)
Experience: Supervisory or Management experience is necessary,
Closing date: Sun, 29 Mar 2026

This role would suit someone looking for a new challenge or someone wanting progression. It is vital that candidates are driven with high customer service standards.