Oldham Active

Join us as Assistant Manager! This is an exceptional opportunity for a manager to join Oldham Active, as an Assistant Manager managing our leisure facilities. We are looking for an effective leader with a passion for leisure. A strong commercial head for all products, including, Health and Fitness, Swim Lesson Scheme’s and organising and delivering large events. To find out more & to apply, visit https://lnkd.in/gNCkdN9t

Join the Oldham Active Board and support our mission to encourage healthier lifestyles in and around Oldham. We are looking for a non-executive board member who works with or has connections to young people and individuals who can assist us in enhancing diversity within the organisation. Interested? Learn More & Apply: https://ow.ly/eQaL50TqLhq

We are Seriously Social About Employment and Skills. Did you know that In 2023, Oldham Active's initiatives had a significant impact on the community. We participated in career events at several local schools, reaching over 2000 students and showcasing various career pathways. Our provision of First Aid training and practical support for job applications and apprenticeships directly benefited these students. Additionally, our involvement in the Oldham Youth Hub collaboration, where we shared information with other professionals supporting the town's young people, further strengthened our ties with the community. Oldham Active stands out with its unique approach and unwavering commitment to nurturing young talent. With 47% of our workforce being under 30, we are not just dedicated but also innovative in providing support, training, upskilling, and diverse opportunities for those at the beginning of their careers. Our goal is to inspire them to reach their full potential, setting us apart in our dedication to the youth. Our extensive training courses cater to young people seeking career progression and individuals in the Oldham community interested in personal and skill development. Providing a first-class training environment for our junior employees, ensuring they have the best resources to gain their qualifications. The resulting qualifications are recognised and set the professional standard nationally and internationally, giving our employees a competitive edge. Oldham Active is committed to changing the youth development situation in the borough. Despite it being well below the national average for opportunities and personal growth, we are dedicated to making a difference. In 2023, we put 13 individuals through Level 2 and Level 3 workplace apprenticeships, providing invaluable training and hands-on experience. This initiative is a testament to our commitment to nurturing the potential of Oldham's young people and gives us hope for a brighter future. We also provide essential life skills, such as swimming, to children and adults within our community, delivering our children's swimming lesson programme to 9.5% of the 0-15-year-olds in the Oldham Borough this year alone. That's over 5000 children! #SeriouslySocial #Skills #OldhamActive #YouthDevelopment #CareerPathways #Apprenticeships #YouthEmpowerment

We are Seriously Social About Employment and Skills and would like to shine a big spotlight on our outstanding Volunteer, Phil Kelly. Phil has been a cornerstone of the Chadderton Health and Wellbeing Centre in Oldham for over 25 years. His commitment to volunteering and exceptional contributions have left a memorable mark on the Centre's community. Full-time employment does not suit him, but the flexibility of volunteering allows him to contribute meaningfully while accommodating his needs as a disabled person. Phil's positive attitude and willingness to go above and beyond in his voluntary role as a leisure attendant have never gone unnoticed. He consistently provides excellent customer service, carries out various tasks with diligence, and has shown remarkable support for lifeguard training, showcasing his eagerness to contribute in every way possible. Furthermore, Phil's passion for football, particularly his unwavering support for Manchester City, reflects his vibrant and engaging personality, making him an integral part of the Oldham Active community. Over the years, he has undergone significant development, and his outstanding work has been recognised with numerous awards, including Oldham Active's Volunteer of the Year and Oldham Borough's Top Volunteer Awards. His impact extends far beyond the Centre, positively influencing the lives of those around him. Phil's customer-facing voluntary role has also been instrumental in raising awareness in the community about the challenges faced by people with autism in the workplace, highlighting the lack of understanding and stereotypes around autism while showcasing the significant value they can offer to the workplace environment. Oldham Active is a community where everyone is recognised for their differences, and everyone is recognised as belonging, ensuring that his volunteering role provides him with a sense of purpose and enjoyment each day in a place where he feels comfortable and belongs. Phil's dedication, hard work, and positive spirit make him an inspiration to us all. And that is why we are proud to put him forward for the Seriously Social Outstanding Volunteer Award. #SeriouslySocial #Skills #Volunteering #OldhamCommunity #OutstandingVolunteer

We are Seriously Social About Inclusion. At Oldham Active, we value people's differences and ensure everyone is treated equally and supported in the community. It's part of the Oldham Active DNA. Did you know that last year, Oldham Active delivered 584 community-based classes, resulting in 5832 visits from members of the Oldham community? We supported over 120 volunteers, including providing free training programs. We introduced new schemes such as "Shower and Go" (free showers for all) and provided free leisure activities for refugees and asylum seekers with our "Welcome to Oldham" promise. We also continued developing, supporting, and engaging with our community partnerships with charities such as SWAN (Support and Action for Women's Network). #SeriouslySocial #Inclusion #CommunitySupport #OldhamActive #SWANCharity #InclusionMatters

We are Seriously Social About Health & Wellbeing. Did you know that 15% of Oldham Active members are supported through concessions or GP referral pathways? We have helped over 1600 individuals through our GP referrals this year, which have resulted in 18000 visits to our leisure centre. Since 2007, our REACH exercise referral scheme has helped over 3500 Oldham residents improve their health and wellbeing, promoting and encouraging lifestyle changes through a person-centred approach. An impressive 83% of these individuals have reported a positive impact on their health and wellbeing, underscoring the success of our commitment within the community to the long-term benefits of health and wellbeing. More info about REACH (https://lnkd.in/eEdRWRkb) "The classes are both mentally and socially important and have helped me since my condition was diagnosed." "I think it's a wonderful scheme; I have been in the hospital 4 times in the last 2 years and by doing this, I hope it will keep me stronger." #SeriouslySocial #Health

Join the Oldham Active Board and support our mission to encourage healthier lifestyles in and around Oldham. We are looking for a non-executive board member who works with or has connections to young people and individuals who can assist us in enhancing diversity within the organization. Interested? Learn More & Apply: https://ow.ly/eQaL50TqLhq

This Friday is the Oldham Business Awards 2024!🏆 As you know, Oldham Active have been nominated for the Supporting Young People Award. These are a few of the reasons why we should win! 🏫In 2023 Oldham Active attended careers events in many local schools and have impacted upon well over 2000 students, demonstrating career pathways, First Aid and practical support on applying for jobs and apprenticeships. We have also been part of the Oldham Youth Hub collaborative, disseminating information to other professionals supporting young people in the town. 🏊As well as health and fitness, Oldham Active teaches around 5000 children to learn to swim every week across its 5 leisure centres, as well as providing free holiday activities for children on free school meals and free family swims to families living in temporary accommodation within Oldham. 🏃♀️We also recognise that children enjoy activities outside of our leisure centres and in the past have donated money for equipment to set up Junior Parkrun in Oldham, as well as hosting extensive activity programmes and competitions in school settings, including the first ever Junior Triathlons in the town. 💼47% of our workforce are under 30. We support young people at the start of their career and offer training, upskilling and opportunities to step up into different roles. 🎓In 2023 we supported 13 young people in Level 2 and Level 3 Apprenticeships. These placements support young people at site with training and practical experience in the job role.

🏆Oldham Business Awards 2024 Nominee!🏆 Oldham Active have been nominated for the "Supporting Young People" award at the Oldham Business Awards 2024! Leading up to the award ceremony, we have been sharing different ways in which we support young people, in particular with Careers, Work Experience and Apprenticeships. Check out our short clip which compiles a few of the ways we show our support to young people, and why we should win the Supporting Young People award on the 13th of September! #oldhambusinessawards

Our team need YOU! We are looking to recruit new Apprentices, who will commence in September 2024. This is a great opportunity to earn whilst you learn, gaining a host of leisure related qualifications which can put you on your way to a fantastic career within this exciting and fast paced industry. You will be assigned a dedicated mentor to help you to complete the apprenticeship successfully. The training provided will include First Aid at Work, Gym Instruction, Pool Lifeguard and Swim Teaching as well as any other leisure related qualifications and training which can be offered during the period. If you are interested, apply below! https://lnkd.in/dnfDXxDi