Operations Manager

Organisation: Huntingdon Gymnastics Club
Salary: £35,000 – £37,000
Location: Huntingdon Gymnastics Club, Mayfield Road, Huntingdon, Cambs, PE29 1UL
Contract type: Permanent (Full time)
Closing date: 30 January 2026
Interview date: 6 February 2026
Job Description: About Us
Huntingdon Gymnastics Club is one of the UK’s leading gymnastics centres with a proud history of providing high quality coaching and opportunities for all ages and abilities. We are committed to excellence, community engagement, and helping every gymnast reach their potential in a safe, inspiring environment. We are now seeking a proactive and dynamic Operations Manager to join our leadership team and support the continued growth and success of the club.

The Role
The Operations Manager plays a key role in ensuring the smooth and effective running of the club’s day to day activities. You will oversee staffing, programmes, scheduling, quality of delivery and operational standards across key areas of the club. This is an exciting and varied role that requires strong organisational abilities, confident leadership, and the capability to work collaboratively across multiple departments.

Key Responsibilities

Club Operations & Programme Management
• Oversee daily operational activity to ensure high quality service delivery.
• Manage class capacity, timetabling, and scheduling to maximise participation.
• Lead the recruitment of new gymnasts and ensure programmes meet local demand.
• Support gymnast progression through talent identification pathways.
Quality Assurance
• Monitor and review coaching delivery across departments.
• Conduct regular observations and provide constructive feedback.
• Support continuous improvement in coaching and programme structure.
Staff Management & Development
• Line manage daytime and early years coaching teams.
• Line manage and support the club’s CPD Co ordinator.
• Provide day to day mentoring and professional support.
• Manage staff rotas, sickness, and leave cover.
• Support recruitment and onboarding of new staff.
• Administer the club’s Staff Review Programme.
Collaborative Leadership
• Work closely with Heads of Departments to align operational goals.
• Contribute to departmental planning, initiatives, and improvements.

Events, Competitions & Community Engagement
• Lead and support the delivery of club events including displays, School and University visits and summer activities.
• Oversee competition administration processes.
• Strengthen parent communication and engagement.
• Support fundraising and community engagement initiatives.
Administration & Compliance
• Carry out regular facility and equipment safety checks.
• Manage operational documentation and reporting.
• Participate in disciplinary and grievance procedures as required.
• Uphold club policies, safeguarding standards, and Health & Safety requirements.

Experience, Skills & Personal Qualities
We’re looking for a highly organised and confident professional with experience managing day to day operations in a sports, club, school, or activity based environment. You’ll bring strong communication skills, proven staff management experience, and the ability to coordinate rotas, events, and customer interactions. Excellent organisational, administrative, and digital skills are essential, along with a calm, solution focused approach.

Experience in gymnastics, sports developmental, data analysis, or community engagement is an advantage. You’ll be approachable, professional, flexible, and committed to safeguarding and supporting young people.
How to apply: Please visit: www.huntingdon-gymnastics.org to complete the HGC application form and submit to Nikki Scarfe: nscarfe@huntingdon-gymnastics.org