Leisure and sports managers

£36,500

Average salary

Average annual salary UK 2020 | Annual Survey of Hours and Earnings

52 hours

Average weekly hours

Average weekly hours UK 2019 | Annual Survey of Hours and Earnings

3.09%

Unemployment rate

Unemployment rate UK 2020 | Labour Force Survey

Definition: Leisure and sports managers

*SOC Code (Standard Occupational Classification): 1225

Leisure and sports managers organise, direct and co-ordinate the activities and resources required for the provision of sporting, artistic, theatrical and other recreational and amenity services.

Common tasks include:

organises timetable of activities/schedule of programmes;
ensures that facilities are kept clean and in good condition and that appropriate health and safety requirements are adhered to;
keeps abreast of new trends and developments in recreational activities and arranges exhibitions, theatrical productions, concerts, demonstrations etc.;
advises on the facilities available and promotes publicity in relation to shows, games, races, new theme parks, etc.;
determines financial, staffing, material and other short- and long-term needs;
recruits, supervises and trains staff;
ensures custody of all cash receipts and organises regular stock checks.

Qualifications

Both graduate and non-graduate entry is possible. Off- and on-the-job training is provided. NVQs/SVQs in relevant areas are available at Levels 3 and 4. Professional qualifications may also be required for some posts.

*Introduced in 1990, SOC is a multi-purpose common classification of occupations in UK. Jobs are defined in terms of skill level and skill content, including qualifications, training and work experience.

Employment status: Leisure and sports managers

Regional employment: Leisure and sports managers

Future employment: Leisure and sports managers

Top 12 industries: Leisure and sports managers

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Equality focus: Leisure and sports managers

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